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Studies of Bio-Sustainable Materials by Scanning Electron Microscopy
Presentation Year
2024
College or Department
College of Natural Resources & Sciences
Short Description of your Research or Creative Project (700 characters or less)
Biomaterials derived from plants can provide stocks for biofuels and additives for sustainable bioplastic composites. Here, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to image cellulase enzyme-exposed samples vs. controlled samples, which indicated cellulose degradation. SEM examination of PLA-quinoa composites indicated successful incorporation of quinoa chaff into these biodegradable plastics. This study of cellulase contributes to understanding its role in enhancing biofuel feedstock production. Moreover, our PLA-quinoa composites show promise as biodegradable and biorenewable materials. Future studies will analyze cellulase-treated PLA-quinoa composites.
Does your project align with any of the following?
sustainability (explores interrelationships between environment society AND economy)
Permission to Publish Work
Yes
Primary Contact: First Name
Priscilla
Primary Contact: Last Name
Gamez
Primary Contact: Email
pg81@humboldt.edu
Primary Contact: I am a
Undergraduate Student
Primary Contact: Phone Number
8186753791