In Germany, researchers at the University of Ausburg have created realistic models for second-year medical students to practice their punch biopsy and wound closure techniques with the hopes of minimizing scarring with real patients. The models are 3D printed using filaments made of the common bioplastic polylactic acid. Alternatives such as silicone mats, foam blocks […]
In North Carolina, cultivated meat producer UPSIDE Foods has withdrawn from a previously announced agreement to acquire the production facility of bankrupt peer, Believer Meats. The stalking horse bid, worth $50 million, was announced in June. According to AgFunderNews, conditions of the deal were not met. The purchase agreement allowed UPSIDE to terminate under several circumstances, […]
In Iowa, agribusiness giant ADM has received $2.23 million in tax credits from state authorities to help fund a previously announced $55.5 million precision fermentation project. The investment will add separation, purification, drying and packaging equipment and upgrade existing fermentation systems at the company’s Clinton site, creating an expected 53 jobs. The site is also set […]
In California, skate-sneaker brand Vans has launched the Premium SF Moc Low, a new low-top shoe that combines a moccasin-inspired upper with the brand’s signature vulcanized construction and waffle outsole. The shoe incorporates Vans’ Sola Foam ADC (All-Day Comfort) insole, which contains at least 30% biobased polyurethane foam derived partially from plant-based feedstocks. The material […]
In Ohio, an artist and assistant professor at University of Cincinnati is turning grass clippings into a renewable source of bioplastic for sculptures and other artworks. Mrin Aggarwal, known professionally as Supermrin, developed the material by extracting cellulose fibers from discarded grass through a process of boiling, blending and washing. The resulting cellulose is converted […]
In the United Kingdom, Ponda, a company developing renewable insulation materials from broadleaf cattail, has raised €1.6 million (US$1.86 million) through a crowdfunding campaign, significantly exceeding its €230,000 target and attracting 256 new investors. Ponda will use the funds to expand cultivation of broadleaf cattail on restored wetlands, with the plants helping keep carbon stored […]
In Germany, healthcare company Schülke has launched a biodegradable disposable wash mitt developed in collaboration with Nitto, Indorama Ventures and Polymateria. The wash mitt, now available in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Spain, is primarily made from cellulose, with a nonwoven polypropylene layer accounting for about 24% of the material. The polypropylene incorporates Polymateria’s Biotransformation technology, […]
In the United Kingdom, Kelpi a company developing seaweed-based biomaterial coatings, has received clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration’s for food contact applications. The approval allows Kelpi’s coating to be used on paper and board food packaging sold in the United States, in contact with all food types at or below room temperature, including […]
In the UK, Platts will delay the launch of a Platts Editorial Window, or eWindow, communication tool for the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) renewable diesel (HVO) FOB FARAG barge instruments. Platts announced the launch of the eWindow instruments in a subscriber note published July 29. The eWindow instruments reflect RD-A and R D-B in line with […]
In Ireland, Gas Networks Ireland has connected College Group’s new €30 million biomethane facility in Nobber, Co. Meath, to Ireland’s national gas network, enabling the business to transform waste into renewable gas. The biomethane produced at the facility will not only increase the amount of renewable gas on the network but will also be used to […]
