oil spill cleanup beads

Published date:22/04/2026 | Last updated date:22/04/2026 Researchers led by Hiroshima University have developed a new class of floatable composite beads capable of efficiently removing oil from water, offering a promising alternative to traditional oil spill remediation methods. The material—made from chitosan, cellulose acetate, and bentonite—is designed to combine strong oil adsorption performance with ease of