Myth Busted: Biodegradable polymers are biodegradable

In Germany, researchers at the University of Bayreuth have tested the biodegradability of common polymers in both fresh and seawater. Led by Amir Reza Bagheri,...

Evolva readies itself for “product-driven” transformation

In Switzerland, Evolva is forecasting a big jump in product sales as it readies two major product launches for 2018. EverSweet, a zero-calorie stevia sweetener...

Recent World Congress reveals stagnation

In Massachusetts, Lux Research outlined the central themes from the recent World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology, many of which highlighted the inherent challenges of...

High-tech elite love castor bean oil kicks

In San Francisco, the latest trend among venture capitalists and entrepeneurs is AllBird, a loafer made of wool and castor bean oil. New York Times...

Bamboo silk offers sutainable textile alternative in India

In India, deigner/conservationist Madhu Jain is launching a textile she calls Bamboo-Silk Ikat, which is inspired by the fabric traditions of Indonesia, Uzbekistan, and...

Zimbabwe eyes industrial biotech

Zimbabwe will host its second technical meeting on industrial biotechnology as the country aims to increase its use of renewable raw materials. The meeting will...

New Jersey couple looks to kickstart leaf-based disposable tableware

In New Jersey, the husband and wife team behind 4eSync is launching a line of disposable tableware made from the leaves of the Arecanut...

Oh, rats! Kia slapped with suit over rodent damage

In the United States, consumers have filed a class-action suit against Kia Motors, alleging breach of warranty, design defect, negligence and product liability over...

Natural deoderants don’t hold up: Beauty blogger

In Australia, beauty blogger Emma Markezic took three natural deoderants for a week-long test run to determine efficacy. Results were disappointing. The first, a roll-on,...

Start-up claims bamboo TP is better for your bum and the environment

In the United Kingdom, bamboo-based toilet tissue firm The Cheeky Panda has raised  £375,000 (USD488,633) from nearly 100 investors in an equity crowdfunding campaign...

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Bruce the dog reviews cultivated meat

In Scotland, Philip Lymbery, a journalist writing for The Scotsman has turned to his beloved pup Bruce to review Chick Bites dog treats, the...

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Be green on the green with biodegradable golf balls

In Vancouver, a company is selling golf balls that biodegrade in two weeks and are made from compressed corn starch, calcium carbonate, glycerin, and...