Sustainable Nano

Ep 12. Making Sustainable Nanoparticles From Plants

Episode Summary

Nanoparticles are widely used in a variety of technologies, and some researchers are looking for ways to make those nanoparticles more environmentally friendly. In this episode of the podcast, we interview Dr. Mike Curry about his research making nanoparticles from cellulose, a very common molecule found in plants.

Episode Notes

Nanoparticles are widely used in a variety of technologies, and some researchers are looking for ways to make those nanoparticles more environmentally friendly. In this episode of the podcast, we interview Dr. Mike Curry about his research making nanoparticles from cellulose, a very common molecule found in plants.

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Dr. Mike Curry and a network of cellulose nanofibers (nanocellulose image by Qspheroid4)

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Interviewee: Prof. Mike Curry

Producer/Host: Miriam Krause

Music: Ketsa