As detailed by Anthropocene, researchers found a way to extract an organic polymer known as chitin from crustacean shells ...

Increased insect consumption by humans may be better for both gut health and planetary health. Chitin (kai'tin) and healthy fats from insects appear to contribute to healthy gut microbiota and are ...

The global chitin market is estimated at USD 100 to 150 million in 2025, with a CAGR of 5% to 6% from 2025 to 2030, fueled by diverse industry demand. Key drivers include rising agricultural ...

Researchers at the Nano Life Science Institute (WPI-NanoLSI), Kanazawa University, have used three-dimensional atomic force microscopy (AFM) and molecular dynamics simulations to determine the ...

An unexpected discovery overturns a longstanding belief in the biological sciences. The research demonstrates that chitin, a molecule that was previously thought to be absent in vertebrates and that ...