Researchers make yarn from crab shells and seaweed
In Finland, a consortium has created a new fiber from crab shells and seaweed. Researchers from Aalto University, the University of São Paulo and...
Cabin prototype lets you grow a plant in each plant-based shingle
In California, two college professors-turned-entrepreneurs have developed a proof-of-concept cabin with 3D printed, biobased tiles facades.
The cabins’ tiles include recycled chardonnay grape skins from...
French startup eyes fruit waste leather
In France, an entrepreneurial couple is repurposing mangos and bananas to produce a slaughter-free leather alternative.
Loïc Debrabander and Anaëlle Picavet launched VegSkin because of a lack...
Coming soon to a chainsaw near you: Plant-based lubricating oil
In Maryland, Stanley Black & Decker’s chainsaw brand DEWALT has launched biodegradable chainsaw oil made from North American plant oils. The USDA Certified Biobased...
Malaysia launches $22.4-million biotech fund
In Kuala Lumpur, Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Bhd has been chosen to manage the newly launched, RM100-million ($22.4-million) Biotechnology Commercialisation Fund.
The BCF is both...
Amyris exceeds debt-reduction goals
In California, Amyris has retired $86 million in debt—exceeding its previous goal of $75 million.
The original debt-reduction goal was announced on May 8, 2017...
Kintra Fibers and Paradise Textiles create biobased jacket
In Taiwan, biobased fiber producer Kintra Fibers has partnered with Paradise Textiles to create a prototype jacket—the first garment made with Kintra’s yarns.
The development...
3-D Printing with Bacteria Evaluated for Graphene Structures
In the Netherlands, Delft University of Technology researchers are using bacteria and 3-D printing to produce graphene. The work could yield a more environmentally...
Birdaid biodegradable bird bandage concept introduced by South Korean designers
In South Korea, designers Zay Kim, Chaewon Lee, and Jungmin Park have created a biodegradable splint concept for birds injured in urban environments.
Dubbed...
Munich researchers use algae to convert waste gas to carbon fiber
In Germany, researchers at the Technical University of Munich are using algae to convert waste gas from manufacturing facilities into carbon fiber.
The algae convert...