Fungal Species:  Insects

Nanochitin: Chemistry, Structure, Assembly, and Applications

This research examines nanochitin, a sustainable material derived from shellfish and other natural sources, and its potential applications in creating advanced materials. Nanochitin combines strength, flexibility and biocompatibility while being environmentally friendly. The study explores how this material can be processed and used in various applications from medical devices to packaging materials. Impacts on everyday life: • Development of stronger, more sustainable packaging materials to replace plastics • Creation of better wound dressings and tissue engineering materials for medical care • New water filtration and purification technologies using nanochitin materials • More environmentally friendly electronic components and batteries • Reduction of seafood industry waste by converting shells into valuable materials

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