Conclusions
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Organisms grow faster and make cellulose more rapidly
when supported on mesh and dipped in medium (3-½ days versus 1 to
2 weeks).
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Success in Philippines shows that low technology works.
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Sugars in waste materials support cellulose formation.
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Lower labor costs and higher reactor productivity will
open many new applications.
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Composites with solids have great economic potential.
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Stronger paper when adding fibers to gel (no weakening
of gel).
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Environmentally friendly.