Technology
New Wave Biotech launches AI-powered bioprocess simulation platform for alt protein sector
New Wave Biotech, a company specializing in AI bioprocess simulation software, has introduced a new technology aimed at helping alternative protein and biomanufacturing companies enhance their production processes. The Bioprocess Foresight platform utilizes artificial intelligence to offer insights on techno-economics,…
New process converts carbon dioxide into biodiesel more effectively than conventional methods
A team of researchers from the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis and the University of Missouri has developed an innovative technique to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into biodiesel. This method, led by Joshua Yuan and…
New tech aims to transform nitrogen supply in agriculture
A new study published in Scientific Reports introduces a technological advancement that could reshape how farmers provide nitrogen to crops. Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Purdue University, and Pivot Bio collaborated on this groundbreaking work, demonstrating that gene-editing can…
Study highlights rapid biodegradation of new bioplastics in marine environments
A study published in ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering reveals that cellulose diacetate (CDA)-based foams, created from Eastman Aventa™ compostable materials, biodegrade quickly in ocean environments. Conducted by researchers at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), the findings suggest these…
Inscripta launches advanced biomanufacturing for eco-friendly skincare ingredients
Inscripta, Inc. has introduced its cutting-edge biomanufacturing capabilities designed to produce sustainable and high-quality anti-aging skincare ingredients. Utilizing its innovative GenoScaler™ whole-genome engineering platform, the company aims to enhance the speed and reliability of ingredient production. The shift from traditional…
Breakthrough in plant oil yield could revolutionize biofuels
Australian researchers are making strides in enhancing oil production from plants, which may transform the landscape of biofuel production worldwide. A team at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) has directed its efforts toward extracting oil not just…