Bacteria that spin fine cellulose fibers can bind loose desert sand into a firmer ...

(Khalifa University) For farmers working sandy ground, watering is only part of the job. Water drains quickly through the ...

Sand reinforced with cellulose sheets reduced water permeability by nearly 28-fold compared with untreated sand.

Despite endless dunes at their doorstep, the UAE and Saudi Arabia spend millions each year importing sand into the country. The sand in the nearby dunes has been shaped over centuries by the wind.

Sand is one of the most fundamental materials in construction, playing a crucial role in building homes, infrastructure, and forming concrete. While vast reserves of sand exist in seas and deserts, ...