Interesting Engineering on MSN

World’s first bamboo structural guide aims to unlock low-carbon buildings worldwide

Engineers from the University of Warwick have led the creation of the world’s first ...
Tech Xplore on MSN

Researchers publish first ever structural engineering manual for bamboo

Comprehensive guidance about the design of permanent bamboo structures has been published by the Institution of Structural ...
CNN

Daredevils: Hong Kong skyscrapers are built using bamboo

But in Hong Kong, bamboo scaffolding is considered to be a strong and reliable material. It is passed down to the next generation at bamboo scaffolding schools run by Hong Kong's Construction Industry ...
News-Medical.Net on MSN

Research suggests bamboo-based foods could support metabolic health

By Priyanjana Pramanik, MSc. A comprehensive review weighs the promise of bamboo shoots as a nutrient-rich, sustainable food ...
Study Finds on MSN

Scientists Call Bamboo An Overlooked Superfood With Multiple Health Benefits

Bamboo offers numerous nutritional upsides, but must be prepared the right way to ensure safety. In A Nutshell Bamboo shoots ...
Inhabitat

Using bamboo for reforestation and clean energy in Uganda

Each year, Uganda loses over 200,000 acres of forest to source wood for domestic cooking needs, such as firewood and charcoal. Unlike gas or electric stoves, biomass options are typically more ...