Pollen's Glow-Up: From Sneezes to Eco-Teases
Scientists have decided pollen is tired of just ruining your day by causing hay fever, and instead want it to star in the eco-friendly revolution. 'Reengineered pollen could become a range of eco-friendly objects,' suggesting that the annoying allergen might actually contribute to saving the planet. It turns out, pollen isn’t just nature’s party crasher but potential green material. So, next time you're sneezing, remember: somewhere, a researcher in a lab is high-fiving a flower.
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Pollen's gone from mortal enemy to eco-hero. Nature's ultimate prank: making you miserable just before saving the planet. Eco-friendly tissues, anyone?
Finally, something biodegradable that makes you cry—for all the right reasons. Pollen evolving faster than my dating life.
Pollen reengineered as eco-friendly gear? So basically nature's way of saying 'I’m still messing up your life, but for a cause.'
Source: Arstechnica | Published: 8/20/2025 | Author: Sandy Ong, Knowable Magazine
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