Technology
New biodegradable sensor aids in food safety and pesticide detection on fruits and veggies
Researchers from the University of São Paulo (USP) and the Federal University of Viçosa (UFV) in Brazil have developed a sustainable sensor, known as "plant-wearable," that can detect the presence of pesticides directly on the surface of vegetables or fruits.…
Innovative CELF biorefinery tech boosts biofuel competitiveness with petroleum
A new innovative biomass pretreatment technology, co-solvent enhanced lignocellulosic fractionation (CELF), has been developed by researchers at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) to improve biofuel competitiveness with petroleum. “Lignin utilization is the gateway to making what you want out…
Researchers develop 3D bioprinter for plant-based pharmaceutical production
A group of 10 undergraduate students from the University of Rochester have developed an affordable 3D-bioprinting system to replicate chemicals found in endangered and non-endangered plant species, which are threatened by climate change, invasive pests, diseases, and farming practices struggling…
DOD Launches Distributed Bioindustrial Manufacturing Program to Bolster Domestic Supply Chains
The US Department of Defense announced new opportunities for American businesses to advance biotechnology as part of President Biden's efforts to strengthen and build the resiliency of America's defense industrial base and secure its supply chains. Biomanufacturing has the potential…
Rice University launches synbio institute
Rice University has launched the Rice Synthetic Biology Institute (RSBI) in Texas, USA, which aims to foster collaborative research in synthetic biology and translate it into technologies that benefit society.
Lucent Bio debuts biodegradable seed coating to meet microplastic bans
Lucent BioSciences, a pioneer in sustainable crop input solutions, has unveiled a groundbreaking innovation with the launch of Nutreos, a non-toxic, plant-based, and biodegradable micronutrient seed coating. This eco-friendly solution addresses the growing concerns surrounding microplastic pollution in agricultural seed…