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The Encyclopedia of Science's Frontier

Author: Erin Faye Dizon

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Brewing sustainable power from used coffee grounds

Posted on June 22, 2026May 28, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

Researchers developed a fully biodegradable energy-harvesting device that uses spent coffee grounds to transform motion into electricity.

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    Upcycling polystyrene with sunlight and sulfur

    Posted on May 11, 2026May 12, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

    Researchers in China developed a rapid, solar-driven process that transforms waste polystyrene and excess sulfur into chemicals used in…

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      Turning carbon dioxide into fuel with nanostructures

      Posted on April 13, 2026April 15, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

      Scientists designed an electrocatalyst infused with bismuth metal that helps convert CO2 to formate, providing a scalable new way to recycle…

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        New packaging can warn you when meat has spoiled

        Posted on February 19, 2026February 4, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

        Scientists designed color-changing carbon dot biosensors that can detect spoiled meat in sealed packages in real-time.

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          Unzipping bamboo to make better plastics

          Posted on February 2, 2026January 14, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

          Scientists developed a recyclable plastic from bamboo that is stronger and more biodegradable than conventional petroleum-based products.

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            Wild enoki mushrooms growing on rotten wood
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            Fungi could reshape the next generation of smart materials

            Posted on January 12, 2026January 7, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

            Scientists dispersed living fungal fibers into mixtures that can act as self-stabilizing emulsifiers, tunable films, and fast-responding…

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              A Detailed Close-Up of a Colorful Mosaic Wall Made From Recycled Materials - A close-up shot of a colorful mosaic wall created from recycled materials. The wall is composed of various pieces of metal, fabric, and other materials, all stitched together to form a complex and intricate pattern. The colors are bright and vibrant, creating a visually stunning and textured surface.
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              Reinventing fabric coatings from textile waste

              Posted on November 13, 2025January 7, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

              Scientists developed a sustainable way to upcycle discarded polyester and spandex fabrics into durable, toxin-free coatings using…

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                New aerogels offer a greener way to clean up oil spills

                Posted on July 21, 2025January 7, 2026 by Erin Faye Dizon

                Scientists created a strong, highly porous solid that can clean up oil spills using sustainable and reusable materials.

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