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ClearA Mini Review of Natural Cellulosic Fibers: Extraction, Treatment and Characterization Methods
This paper is not about microplastics; it reviews methods for extracting, treating, and characterizing natural plant-derived cellulose fibers as sustainable alternatives to synthetic materials in composites and textiles.
Formulation of Composite Materials Using the Biomass from a Newly Developed Pineapple Leaf Fiber Extraction Process
Researchers developed a newly designed hydraulic fiber extraction and degumming process machine to extract fibers from discarded pineapple leaves and then formulated composite materials using the resulting pineapple leaf fiber (PALF) biomass. The study evaluated the mechanical, thermal, and structural properties of the composites, demonstrating that PALF is a viable low-density, high-tensile-strength reinforcement for sustainable bio-based materials.
Development of Biodegradable Rigid Foams from Pineapple Field Waste
Not relevant to microplastics — this paper develops biodegradable rigid foam materials from pineapple agricultural waste (starch and cellulose) as a sustainable packaging alternative to petroleum-based plastics.
Preparation and Characterization of Cellulose Nanoparticles from Agricultural Wastes and Their Application in Polymer Composites
Researchers developed eco-sustainable bio-nanocomposite materials by extracting cellulose nanoparticles from agricultural waste such as rapeseed straw, demonstrating their potential as renewable, biodegradable alternatives to synthetic nanomaterials.
Extraction and characterization of natural fibre from Ethiopian Typha latifolia leaf plant
Natural fibers were extracted from Ethiopian Typha latifolia leaves using manual, water-retting, and chemical methods, with characterization showing high cellulose content and properties suitable for use as a sustainable alternative to synthetic fibers in composite materials.
Valorization of Cotton Waste: Agricultural and Biotechnological Perspectives for Sustainable Development
This review explored the potential of cotton stalk residues—an underutilized agricultural by-product—as a sustainable feedstock for textile fiber production, analyzing the lignocellulosic composition of cotton stalks and summarizing extraction and processing methods.
Eco-Friendly Methods for Extraction and Modification of Cellulose: An Overview
This review covers eco-friendly methods for extracting and modifying cellulose, the most abundant renewable polymer on Earth. Researchers describe newer sustainable fractionation processes that avoid the harsh chemicals traditionally used to separate cellulose fibers from plant material. The study highlights cellulose-based materials as promising replacements for fossil-based products in textiles, packaging, and other applications.
A Review on the Modification of Cellulose and Its Applications
This review summarizes recent advances in cellulose modification techniques and applications, including its use as a sustainable alternative to synthetic polymers. The study discusses how modified cellulose materials could help address plastic pollution by providing biodegradable substitutes for conventional plastic products.
Green composites made of polyhydroxybutyrate and long-chain fatty acid esterified microcrystalline cellulose from pineapple leaf
Researchers developed fully degradable green biocomposites from polyhydroxybutyrate and esterified microcrystalline cellulose derived from pineapple leaf fibers, improving compatibility and mechanical properties for sustainable packaging alternatives.
Potential of cellulose extracted from sweet corn stalks (Zea mays saccharata Sturt) as a microplastic filter membrane
Researchers extracted cellulose from agricultural corn stalk waste and made it into filter membranes that removed over 90% of microplastics from water, showing that cheap, renewable plant material can be turned into effective, sustainable filters for tackling plastic pollution in wastewater.
Toward a Circular Bioeconomy: Development of Pineapple Stem Starch Composite as a Plastic-Sheet Substitute for Single-Use Applications
This paper is not about microplastics; it develops a biodegradable composite material from pineapple stem starch as a substitute for hard-to-recycle single-use plastic items.
Mechanical characterization of blends containing recycled paper pulp and other lignocellulosic materials to develop hydromulches for weed control
Researchers tested 24 blends of recycled paper pulp mixed with agricultural byproducts like wheat straw and rice hulls to create biodegradable mulch films that suppress weeds without plastic. The best-performing blends reduced weed seedling emergence by up to 96%, offering a plastic-free alternative to conventional agricultural plastic films.
Lignocellulosic biomass from agricultural waste to the circular economy: a review with focus on biofuels, biocomposites and bioplastics
This review examines how agricultural waste rich in lignocellulose can be converted into biofuels, biocomposites, and bioplastics as sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based products. Recent advances in biorefinery technology have improved the ability to process plant-based waste into a range of useful materials. Replacing conventional plastics with bioplastics from agricultural waste could help reduce both plastic pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
Advances in Cellulose-Based Packaging Films for Food Products
This review covers recent advances in cellulose-based packaging films as sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics, examining how different cellulose structures and derivatives enable versatile film properties for food packaging applications.
Barley Straw Fiber Extraction in the Context of a Circular Economy
This paper is not about microplastics; it investigates extracting natural fibres from barley straw to make sustainable textile and composite materials as part of a circular economy approach to agricultural waste.
Cellulose processing in ionic liquids from a materials science perspective: turning a versatile biopolymer into the cornerstone of our sustainable future
This review covers two decades of research on processing cellulose using ionic liquids to create functional materials. The study provides guidance from a materials science perspective on turning this versatile biopolymer into sustainable material solutions.
Extraction, Treatment and Characterization of Banana Pseudo-Stem Fibers as Potential Utility in Textile Industry
Researchers extracted, treated, and characterized fibers from banana pseudo-stem waste, evaluating their tensile strength, surface chemistry, and compatibility with polymer matrices for composite reinforcement. The fibers showed mechanical properties suitable for use as natural reinforcement in lightweight composites, offering a value-added use for an abundant agricultural by-product.
SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION OF NANOCRYSTAL CELLULOSE DERIVED FROM Parkia biglobosa POD
Researchers synthesized and characterized nanocrystalline cellulose (NCC) from Parkia biglobosa pod waste using standard isolation procedures, confirming its structure via FTIR, SEM-EDX, XRD, TGA, and DTG analysis and finding that NCC exhibited higher crystallinity and greater thermal stability than raw pod powder, suggesting potential as a reinforcing agent for green composites.
Nanocellulose Hybrid Lignin Complex Reinforces Cellulose to Form a Strong, Water-Stable Lignin–Cellulose Composite Usable as a Plastic Replacement
This study developed a strong, water-stable composite material made from cellulose and lignin extracted from agricultural waste (sugarcane bagasse), as an eco-friendly alternative to plastic. The lignin-cellulose composite showed dramatically improved wet strength compared to regular cellulose sheets, demonstrating potential as a biodegradable plastic replacement that would not generate persistent microplastic pollution.
Preparation and Characterization of Biodegradable Plastic From Luffa Cylindrica
Researchers produced and characterized a biodegradable bioplastic from Luffa cylindrica agricultural waste combined with cellulose-based additives, demonstrating a potential eco-friendly alternative to conventional non-degradable plastics derived from fossil feedstocks.
Effect of the Addition of Fique Bagasse Cellulose Nanoparticles on the Mechanical and Structural Properties of Plastic Flexible Films from Cassava Starch
This paper is not about microplastics — it develops biodegradable flexible films from cassava starch reinforced with cellulose nanoparticles derived from fique plant waste, focusing on sustainable packaging material properties.
Recent Developments in Cassava (Manihot esculenta) Based Biocomposites and Their Potential Industrial Applications: A Comprehensive Review
This review covered recent advances in cassava-based biocomposites and biopolymers as sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics, surveying applications in packaging, agriculture, and construction. Cassava starch and its derivatives showed versatile performance when blended with other natural polymers or reinforced with natural fibers.
Upcycling of HDPE Milk Bottles into High-Stiffness, High-HDT Composites with Pineapple Leaf Waste Materials
Not relevant to microplastics — this study explores recycling used HDPE milk bottles into reinforced plastic composites using pineapple leaf fiber waste, focused on materials engineering rather than pollution.
Free standing nanocellulose films – fabrication methods, surface engineering and recyclability
This review examines fabrication methods, surface engineering approaches, and recyclability of free-standing nanocellulose films, highlighting their potential as sustainable alternatives to synthetic plastic films across various applications.