Porang (Amorphophallus muelleri Blume), a local plant from the Araceae family, has gained attention for its high glucomannan content, a natural compound widely used in food, pharmaceuticals, and biomaterials. However, raw porang flour also contains oxalic acid, particularly potassium oxalate…
Industrial wastewater often contains harmful dyes, such as methylene blue, that pollute rivers and threaten ecosystems. Finding an effective and sustainable way to clean this wastewater has become a global challenge. A new study has explored the potential of combining…
Rising carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions are one of the main drivers of global warming, and scientists worldwide are racing to find effective solutions for capturing and reducing these emissions. A recent review highlights a promising approach: turning chitosan, a biodegradable…
Researchers have successfully developed a simple and efficient way to create vaterite fine powder calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) from natural limestone in Padalarang, West Java. This breakthrough not only adds value to Indonesia’s abundant natural resources but also opens opportunities for…