"Nanocrystalline cellulose (NCC), which is produced by processing wood pulp, is being hailed as the latest wonder material.  Japan-based Pioneer Electronics is applying it to the next generation of flexible electronic displays. IBM is using it to create components for computers. Even the US army is getting in on the act, using it to make lightweight body armour and ballistic glass. "

Fascinating.

Read all about this at the NewScientist.