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Five global fashion brands launch collections using UNCAGED Innovations’ biomaterial
Biomaterial company UNCAGED Innovations has announced that five global brands have launched products using its flagship material, ELEVATE. ELEVATE is a leather alternative crafted from grain byproducts like corn, soy, and wheat. Unlike traditional leather, this material is designed to…
NC State develops framework to improve biomanufacturing scale-up
Researchers at North Carolina State University (NC State), supported by BioMADE, have created a new framework to solve a major challenge in biotech manufacturing. The project, titled “Fluorescence and Raman Spectroscopy for Scaled-Down in Situ Product Monitoring,” aims to make…
Primient becomes sole owner of Primient Covation in growth move
Primient, a global leader in biomanufacturing, announced it will buy the remaining ownership stake in Primient Covation, LLC. This move makes Primient the sole owner of the company. It marks an important step in Primient’s growth in the bioeconomy sector.…
Investment boost for Dutch biochemical producer Mevaldi
ICOs Capital has announced an investment in Mevaldi B.V., a Dutch biotech firm specializing in sustainable biochemical building blocks. The funding aims to support Mevaldi’s efforts to increase production capacity and accelerate its commercial rollout. Alongside ICOs, High-Tech Gründerfonds and…
Japanese researchers develop strong, biodegradable plastic from plant cellulose
Researchers led by Takuzo Aida at the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science in Japan have made a significant breakthrough in addressing microplastic pollution. Their recent study, published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, introduces a new plant-based…
Radicle Growth Launches The Radicle Corn Challenge sponsored by US Corn Farmers to Drive New Demand for Corn
$1.75M Challenge Invites Global Startups to Develop New Uses for Corn Across Materials, Chemicals, Fuels, and Emerging Value Chains SAN DIEGO, Calif. — January 13, 2026 — Radicle Growth today announced the launch of The Radicle Corn Challenge sponsored by…