Alginate forms a kind of supporting skeleton in the cell walls of certain kinds of algae. Scientists use the gel-like mass from Chilean seaweed as the substrate for stem cells. They can flexibly ...

Alginates, extracted from seaweeds, can be used to thicken foods without altering their flavor, keep salad dressings fresh, or even make dental impressions. Marjee Chmiel Take a look at the picture ...

A compound used to make stuffed olives could be a treatment for an extreme form of acid reflux. Sodium alginate, which occurs naturally in brown algae, is commonly used to ‘glue’ pimento strips into ...

A soft, edible electrode made from alginate and polydopamine detects glucose under intestinal conditions, opening a path toward swallowable sensors for diabetes monitoring. (Nanowerk Spotlight) ...