Harvard algae breakthrough is good news for Martian houses

In Boston,  Harvard scientists have successfully grown algae in Mars-like conditions, raising hopes that astronauts could have a source of building materials to create...

Ontex Group begins using biobased SAP in its diapers

In Belgium, Ontex Group NV has introduced diapers made with biobased superabsorbent polymers. This new material will gradually and incrementally replace virgin fossil-based plastic...

AmphiStar raises $13.5 million to scale biosurfactants

In Belgium, a bio-based surfactant startup AmphiStar has raised $13.5 million.  The funding, which included a $10.8 million equity investment and $2.7 million grant...

Mercedes-Benz taps Modern Meadow for 80% plant-based leather

In Germany, luxury car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz has partnered with New Jersey biodesign firm Moden Meadow to develop a next-generation leather alternative for its CONCEPT...

Stella McCartney’s latest sneaker can be composted, smells of cinnamon

In London, sustainable fashion pioneer Stella McCartney has unveiled a new version of its S-Wave sneakers, featuring soles made entirely from BioCir Flex, a...

Scientists convert human urine into bone-like material

In California, a team at University of California, Irvine have developed a method to convert human urine into hydroxyapatite, a mineral naturally found in...

Algocell raises $2.8M for AI-powered biomanufacturing platform

In Israel, tech startup Algocell has secured $2.8 million in pre-seed funding to accelerate development of its AI-driven, digital twin platform for cell-based manufacturing....

Cefic urges EU to elevate bioeconomy strategy into full industrial policy

In Belgium, The European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic) is calling on the European Union to transform its upcoming Bioeconomy Strategy into a comprehensive industrial...

Choo-choo-choose sustainable train soundproofing

In Germany, researchers at Hof University of Applied Sciences are working with the RuhBio research project to create biobased nonwoven materials for noise protection...

Avantium secures €10 million in short-term financing

In Amsterdam, renewable polymer producer Avantium has secured a €10-million financing to address its short-term liquidity needs. The transaction includes access to the second...

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Fishway hooks Multus to jointly accelerate cultivated fish

In the United Kingdom, Fishway and Multus Biotechnology have partnered to bring cultivated fish to market faster. The pact will leverage Fishway's expertise in...

Pirelli unveils biobased tires for Range Rovers

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MIT students design 3D printer that converts home food waste into knick-knacks

In Boston, Massachusetts Institute of Technology students Biru Cao and Qiqing Wang have developed an AI-drive desktop 3D printer  that converts household food waste...