Grafting of bacterial cellulose nanofibers with polylactic acid (PLA) enables homogeneous dispersion in PLA and improved strength and stiffness without loss of ductility
Open Access
- 12 August 2026
- journal article
- Published by Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) in RSC Advances
- Vol. 16 (37) , 39604-39614
Abstract
The development of sustainable polymer materials is a major challenge, driven by the increasing demand for environmentally sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics.Keywords
Funding Information
- HORIZON EUROPE Framework Programme (101036838)
- HORIZON EUROPE Framework Programme (953214)
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