Silks as ancient models for modern polymers
Silks have a great potential as sustainable, ecologically benign commercial polymers. Here we discuss this fascinating bio-material by merging the biologist's with the polymer scientist's views i.e. combine insights into the characterisation and understanding of evolved structure, property...
Main Authors: | Vollrath, F, Porter, D |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2009
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