The plant cell wall is a dynamic network of several biopolymers and structural proteins including cellulose, pectin, hemicellulose and lignin. Cellulose is one of the main load bearing components of ...

Guard cells, like other types of plant cells, are surrounded by a three-dimensional, extracellular network of polysaccharide-based wall polymers. In contrast to the walls of diffusely growing cells, ...

A new mini-review published in the Journal of Bioresources and Bioproducts examines how environmental factors, particularly ...

CICECO−Aveiro Institute of Materials, Department of Chemistry, University of Aveiro, Aveiro 3810-193, Portugal ...

Nanopapers that swell into larger 3D structures pave the path towards designs of intelligent materials like robotic sensors ...

This mini-review explores the influence of temperature on lignin deposition in plant cell walls, highlighting the need for adaptive strategies in ...

Feb. 4, 2025 — Research has shown that a potential new targeted therapy for childhood brain cancer is effective in infiltrating and killing tumor cells in preclinical models tested in mice.

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining optimal digestive health is more crucial than ever. Many individuals struggle with ...

This is called photosynthesis. The basic structure of a plant cell is shown below. Photosynthesis relies on many structures in the cell all working together, each playing its role. The diagram ...

That’s because it’s coated in an anti-caking agent, most likely cellulose (a starch found in plant wall cells). Anti-caking agents prevent shredded cheese from clumping, but they remove moisture.