Cork-based materials, derived primarily from the bark of the cork oak tree (Quercus suber), have gained attention for their sustainable properties and potential applications across various ...

Cork is a layer of bark that grows only on the Quercus Suber oak tree. It typically takes 25 years from the moment a tree is planted for it to be ready for its first harvest. It then takes another ...

Acute Oak Decline (AOD) is a serious condition affecting oak trees, particularly in Europe, leading to significant tree mortality. Recent research has focused on identifying the bacterial ...