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The vegetable fibers used as reinforcement for polymer matrix composites are usually treated to improve their adhesion with the matrix. The chemical treatment with sodium hydroxide (NaOH) is widely employed, but it may damage the fiber surface structure, reducing its strength. This novel study is related to the use of hydride ions (H−) as protective agent for vegetable fibers, under alkaline treatment,...