OSU AND ITS NEW GLUE

Researchers at Oregon State University have discovered a new glue that they say could cost half as much as the goo now used on tape, stick-up notes, and stamps.  And, it uses no petroleum-based solvents, so it’s more environmentally friendly.  It was discovered in the classic manner–by accident, as they were heating vegetable oil.  They’re keeping the exact recipe a secret until they get a patent.

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