Chitosan fiber in the making — Photo: U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration At first glance, the thread looks like a run-of-the-mill material. But the glossy white, strong and elastic strand is anything but ordinary. This antibacterial material can stop the flow of blood and dissolves naturally within the human body. It can be used […]
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STRANDE — Just north of Strande, along northern Germany’s Kiel Fjord, stands the Bülk lighthouse, built in 1865 and still functioning. Around it are rocky beaches, a favorite spot for surfers because of the strong winds that kick up waves coming in from the Baltic Sea. Just to the west, a less scenic view: a […]