Solar cells are subjected to a lot of harmful ultraviolet light, as they're typically placed for maximum sunlight exposure. A ...

Researchers at the University of Turku, Finland, investigated how to use bio-based materials to produce effective UV ...

University of Turku researchers find that nanocellulose films with red onion dye provide exceptional UV protection, ...

Researchers have developed a bio-based ultraviolet (UV) protection film that has the potential to replace conventional ...

Nanocellulose dyed with red onion skin extract can protect solar cells from up to 99.9% of UV radiation up to 400 nanometers.

Researchers from the University of Turku, Finland, have found a new way to protect solar cells from harmful UV radiation ...

Nanocellulose is a derivative of cellulose, the most abundant organic polymer on Earth, largely present in the cell walls of plants. Cellulose is a natural polymer discovered in 1838 by French chemist ...

As a solution, nanocellulose—a renewable, biodegradable material—has become a promising, affordable alternative for water filtration, providing better contaminant removal and offering hope for ...

Emergen Research Logo As global demand for bio-based materials continues to rise, nanocellulose is poised to play a crucial role in various ...

Mechanical tests show a 30% increase in concrete’s flexural strength, or the ability to resist bending when an external force is applied, when 0.2% volume of the nanocellulose is integrated.

Research in materials engineering seeks to find alternatives to oil-based plastics from bio-based materials, one of which is nanocellulose. Nanocellulose is made by breaking down cellulose into ...