fibers made from different ratios of milk protein and cellulose. (IMAGE)

Penn State

fibers made from different ratios of milk protein and cellulose.

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Milk protein and cellulose derived from plants can be electrospun into thin fibers for use in mats that could be used for biodegradable and edible food packaging, according to a new study by researchers at Penn State. Pictured here are variations in the composition of fibers made from different ratios of milk protein and cellulose.

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