8: Biomaterials
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- 8.1: NatureWorks - Green Chemistry’s Contribution to Biotechnology Innovation
- This page discusses the innovations in biomaterials, focusing on NatureWorks and its production of polylactic acid (PLA) from renewable corn sources. Originating from a partnership between Cargill and Dow Chemical, NatureWorks faced challenges in scaling production, market differentiation, and operational issues.