Researchers in Austria 3D print squishy finger robots
In Austria, a team at Johannes Kepler University Linz has created a squishy robot by 3D printing a gel made from gelatin, sugar, citric...
Hugo Boss invests in cellulosic fiber technology
In Germany, fashion brand Hugo Boss has partnered with HeiQ AeoniQ LLC to advance its cellulosic filament yarn. HeiQ AeoniQ LLC, a fully owned...
Walk on eggshells (literally) with bioceramic bakery-waste tiles
In the Philippines, designer Elaine Yan Ling Ng has created ceramic tiles made from waste eggshells collected from local bakeries and kitchens. Ng, whose...
Textiles crisis prompts plant-based fiber organization
In the Philippines, three companies developing plant-based textile fibers have created a marketing organization to link producers such as themselves with the fashion industry.
Dubbed...
Synthos and Lummus advance bio butadiene project
In Poland, synthetic rubber producer Synthos has advanced its partnership with Lummus subsidiary Green Circle for biobased butadiene production. After completing a successful feasibility...
Private equity firm acquires majority stake in Novolex
In South Carolina, private equity firm Apollo Funds says it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Novolex Holdings LLC,...
A-listers Robert Downey Jr., Richard Branson join Series A for microbial oils startup
In California, several celebrities have signed on for a $37-milllion, Series A funding for Zero Acre Farms, a company developing vegetable oils produced by...
Swell idea: Bioplastic surf boards gain traction
In France, a company is using 3D printing and biobased materials to bring the surf community a more sustainable experience. Wyve, based in the...
Car company partner with artist to showcase biobased materials
In Sweden, electric car manufacturer Polestar has tapped artist Thijs Biersteker and his Woven Studio design group to showcase the strength and durability of...
Chinese smartphone maker uses biobased polymer
In China, a biobased polycarbonate copolymer produced by Saudi Arabia’s SABIC is being used in smartphones sold by emerging consumer electronics maker realme.
Dubbed Elcrin...