Technology
TekniPlex Healthcare launches biobased medical-grade PVC compounds
TekniPlex Healthcare has announced the launch of innovative bio-based PVC compounds for medical applications, marking a significant advancement in the healthcare materials sector. These new compounds feature performance and composition that match those of conventional polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins, enabling…
Biotalys launches new biofungicide program to combat fungal diseases
Biotalys, an Euronext-listed agricultural technology company, has announced the launch of BioFun-8, a new research and development program focused on developing biofungicide solutions to combat fungal diseases in crops. Dr. Carlo Boutton, Chief Scientific Officer of Biotalys, emphasized the challenges…
Manure, feathers, and wool: the circular potential of animal waste
Building a biobased and circular industry to use up livestock waste could go some way to solving the pollution associated with animal farming.
New study shows whole asparagopsis outperforms bromoform in reducing methane emissions from cattle
A new study has found that using whole Asparagopsis seaweed as a cattle feed additive is significantly more effective at reducing methane emissions than using bromoform, the primary active compound in the seaweed, on its own. The study, published in…
New tech aims to reduce microfibre pollution in textile industry
Matter, a UK-based company, and Paradise Textiles, a leading textile manufacturer, have launched a groundbreaking collaboration to bring a pioneering technology to the market. The technology, Regen.™ for Textile Production, aims to reduce microfibre pollution from textile production by implementing…
Biophilica launches 100% biobased adhesive
London-based material innovator Biophilica has introduced Brightbond, a 100% biobased adhesive made from renewable resources. The company's research and development team spent 18 months perfecting the formula, which boasts the same bonding performance as traditional PVA adhesives. Brightbond is suitable…