EU project targets cheaper microalgae cultivation through molecular magnets
In the European Union, a government-funded consortium is working to develop new cultivation and extraction techniques for microalgae, including the use of molecular magnets.
The...
CJ Biomaterials and Dongil Platech partner for biodegradable PLA/PHA straws
In South Korea, CJ Biomaterials has partnered with Dongil Platech to develop a new eco-friendly straw made from polylactic acid and CJ Biomaterials’ PHACT...
Advanced Biochemical Thailand absorbs AGC Vinythai
In Thailand, biobased epichlorohydrin producer Advanced Biochemical (Thailand) has been absorbed by its parent company, AGC Vinythai Public Company Limited.
The transaction was completed...
High hopes for hemp in Australia
In Australia, expanding government acceptance and Chinese demand is giving hemp growers a boost, but infrastructure and new seed varieties are still required before...
Fulvic acid firm branches out into biostimulants
In Michigan, nutraceutical maker AgTonik is expanding into new markets with its biobased fulvic acid and plans to at least double its business in...
Icelandair adopts cornstarch-based service items
In Iceland, Icelandair has announced it will be among the first airlines to adopt biodegradable single-use items on its flights.
Through a partnership with onboard...
Kobe University now home to global BioFoundry
In Singapore, a Global BioFoundry Alliance has been created to provide synthetic biology tools and advance the bioeconomy.
Cofounded in May by NUS Synthetic Biology...
Architect envisions “living homes” that keep you warm if you feed them (but may...
In Argentina, architect Juan Manuel Prieto has used artificial intelligence to conceptualize “Habitable Monsters” to draw attention to the potential of living architecture. Made...
Healthy Choice frozen entrees to switch to plant-based packaging
In Chicago, Conagra Foods, the food company behind the popular frozen entrées Healthy Choice, says it will be replacing plastic with microwave-safe serving bowls...
Evonik acquires Swiss plant extract firm
In Germany, specialty chemical leader Evonik has acquired Switzerland plant extract producer Botanica for an undisclosed sun. Botanica will be integrated into the Care Solutions...