In Switzerland, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) has created a computer mouse that works like any other, expect it is 100% compostable. The mouse’s printed circuit board is made from a wood substrate developed by the EU research project HyPELignum, while the casing is made out of biodegradable plastic and […]
In Belgium, alternative protein company Paleo has announced a “strategic refocusing” of its operations to concentrate on its core research and development. The company, which uses precision fermentation to produce animal-free heme proteins for plant-based meat and fish alternatives, will significantly reduce its Belgium-based staff located at the R&D Center in Leuven. The company flagged […]
In Indonesia, global cosmetics firm COSMAX has partnered with the Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology to develop new functional materials incorporating biotechnology. The two plan to expand biobased cosmetics research and manufacturing by establishing a joint research and development system for the consolidation of basic science and commercialization technologies. The collaboration will combine […]
In Germany, chemicals giant BASF has partnered with International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. to accelerate the development of IFF’s Designed Enzymatic Biomaterials™ technology platform and create enzyme technologies for fabric, dish and personal care and industrial cleaning applications. The agreement will focus on innovative enzyme systems and biobased polymers, enabling customers to achieve superior performance […]
In the United Arab Emirates, precision fermentation firms Vivici and The Every Company and the Abu Dhabi Investment Office have partnered to evaluate the potential of scaling production of animal-free dairy and egg proteins. The public-private partnership will jointly consider a 4 million liter per year facility operating using Vivici and The Every Company process […]
In Germany, Symrise has made an undisclosed equity investment in Cellibre, a San Diego-based company specializing in sustainable biomanufacturing. By partnering with Cellibre, Symrise gains preferred access to proprietary, fermentation-based technology, enabling scalable production of high-value ingredients across food, beverage, cosmetics, and nutraceutical sectors. “Since 2017, we have been led by the belief that biology […]
In South Korea, global elastane leader Hyosung TNC and Lenzing Group, a leading global producer of regenerated cellulosic fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries, have partnered to launch a yoga fabric collection that blends certified low-impact, renewable fibers with performance designed for modern movement. The new collection will make its debut at Performance Days […]
In Prague, Kibardin Design has created a sneaker concept out of recycled egg cartons. Dubbed Egg Box Sneakers, the design project combines art, fashion and design and “examines how everyday waste materials can be reinterpreted into new functional and cultural forms,” according to Design Boom. “The project reflects a method of working grounded in transformation, […]
In Sydney, Australia, a new Pier Pavilion designed by Besley & Spresser has been built using waste rock oyster shells. Comprising a “striking landscape roof,” the pavilion finds a use for the city’s bustling seafood industry. The shells impart a “subtle, pearly sheen” and demonstrate the potential for eco-friendly materials in city planning. According to […]
In France, fragrance and beauty ingredient maker Givaudan has opened a new White Biotechnology Innovation Centre in Toulouse. The facility will accelerate development of biobased beauty ingredients and feature cutting-edge laboratories that consolidate Givaudan’s expertise in white biotechnology, including a dedicated fermentation lab and biocatalysis development area. New scientific concepts can be efficiently scaled up […]
