Technology
SK Chemicals, Hyosung Advanced Materials, and Hankook Tire launch tires Vehicle Tire with bio-based silica
SK Chemicals, Hyosung Advanced Materials, and Hankook Tire have jointly developed an electric vehicle-exclusive tire, "iON," using "circular recycled PET fiber tire cords." This innovative tire incorporates 45% sustainable materials, including recycled polymers, bio-based silica, and circular PET-based tire cords.…
X-BATT develops bio-derived anode materials
X-BATT, a pioneer in advanced material solutions, announced a significant breakthrough in lithium-ion battery technology with the introduction of its innovative composite anode materials utilizing renewable, bio-derived materials. This cutting-edge research sets a new standard for sustainable and efficient energy…
Collaboration between BRAIN Biotech and AMSilk: Protein engineering successfully improves structural proteins for performance materials
First patent application registered BRAIN Biotech relies on protein engineering expertise and bioinformatics for rational protein design Zwingenberg / Neuried (Germany), March 5, 2024 - BRAIN Biotech AG, leading provider of solutions for the biologization of industry, and AMSilk GmbH,…
World’s first: New Culture announces GRAS status for animal-free casein protein
New Culture, an animal-free dairy company, has announced that its groundbreaking casein protein, produced without any animal inputs, has been deemed safe for consumption. The world's first casein protein of its kind has received self-affirmed Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS)…
Sway debuts scalable seaweed-based plastic packaging alternative
Sway, a California-based startup, announced a breakthrough technology that enables seaweed to replace flexible plastics at scale for the first time. The new technology involves a patent-pending Thermoplastic Seaweed resin (TPSea™), a 100% biobased, home-compostable, and microplastic-free ingredient derived from…
RUDOLF’s bio-based solutions elevate textile industry
Global specialty chemicals leader RUDOLF has unveiled a leap forward in sustainable textile performance with its HYDROCOOL® technology. This groundbreaking product line for moisture management introduces eco-friendly innovations through RUCO®-PUR BIO SLB and FERAN® BIO ICR, marking a significant shift…