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Tiny wood particles can have a big benefit

A closeup of a person's hand holding up a thin sheet of nanocellulose.
Research at the Forest Service's Forest Products Laboratory is finding new and innovative ways to transform these materials into nanocellulose products. From strengthening cement to extending shelf life of food, the lab is turning forest byproducts into high-performance materials of tomorrow. (Forest Service video)Forest thinning keeps forests healthier and reduces the risk of catastrophic…
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