Researchers develop biobased nanopesticide to control mosquito populations
In India, researchers at the Centre for Nanobiotechnology at VTT University are developing nanometric emulsions to control the mosquito population.
According to Science Trends, researchers...
Kiwis look to save kiwifruit using algae’s defenses
In New Zealand, two students at University of Waikato are studying whether algae hold the key to saving the kiwifruit industry from a devastating...
Herbivore uproar not enough to stop tallow-based currency
In the United Kingdom, vegan outrage over the use of animal fat in currency will not halt the introduction of £10 notes that contain...
Algae blooms as Fermentalg raises nearly $15 million in oversubscribed offering
In France, microalgae company Fermentalg has raised €12.6 million (US$14.8 million) to help fund development of natural food colorings and nutrition and health products.
The...
Firmenich launches traceability initiative for flavors business
In Switzerland, fragrance and flavor major Firmenich has launched the Natural and Clean Label to provide traceability for its food and beverage products.
The label...
Grape-based plastics offer new life for vino waste
In France, Veuve Clicquot and other winemakers are exploring the possibility of using waste grape skin to produce more sustainable plastics.
Veuve Clicquot is already...
Cotton waste could be next 3D printer ink
In Texas, researchers at the Fiber and Biopolymer Research Institute at Texas Tech University in Lubbock have developed a process to convert cotton waste...
Soy-based shoe brand launches in Atlanta
In Atlanta, millennial Sara Irvani has launched a footwear brand that uses materials that are recycled, upcycled and soy-based.
A third-generation shoemaker, Irvani tells Life...
Used chewing gum finds new life in the UK
In the United Kingdom, design student-turned-entrepreneur Anna Bullus has founded Gumdrop, a company that turns used chewing gum into useful products.
The Bullus-based company manufacturers...
French milk-based bioplastic maker nabs government grant
In France, milk protein-based bioplastic company Lactips has received a €1.5-million (USD1.8-million) grant from the European Union’s H2020 SME funding vehicle to help the...