"We found that xylan and lignin operate in different ways to interfere with the breakdown of cellulose," said Nerya Zexer, postdoctoral researcher in biology in the Penn State Eberly College of ...

The efficient use of cellulose—the primary plant scaffold and a major natural building block—could address many issues associated with petroleum-based polymers across various industries.

Inspired by the natural Bouligand structure, researchers have been developing advanced materials for applications in ...

catalyses the breakdown of ATP and Cellulose synthase: catalyses the formation of cellulose from glucose molecules Hormones Communication between different parts of the body. Hormones are released ...

The cell wall of plant cells is made from cellulose. This gives them a rigid structure. Supports and strengthens cell? Cell membrane Selectively permeable double layer of lipid and protein molecules?