Technology
First global aquaculture database to go live
The FAO will unveil the first ever global database on farmed aquatic resources by the end of 2021. The AquaGRIS (Aquatic Genetic Resource Information) database will be available free online. It will cover over 600 farmed aquatic species as well…
Mushrooms mimic animal fats in Swedish breakthrough
Swedish food-tech company Mycorena has developed the first fungi-based ingredient that mimics animal fats. The texture and cooking behaviour of Mycorena’s ingredient is closer to those of animal fat than any other plant-based alternative on the market. It contains fat…
Commentary: Arkema Introduces Medical-Grade ‘Bio-Circular’ PA 11
Part of Arkema’s Advanced Bio-Circular materials portfolio, Rilsan MED PA 11 is a new material developed for medical applications. Made with 65% glass fiber, the easy-to-process polymer is strong enough to replace metals in surgical devices, combining performance and sustainability.…
Sophie’s BioNutrients Develops Microalgae-based Cheese
Sophie’s BioNutrients, the Singapore based next-gen food tech, announced it has produced its first microalgae-based cheese. Co-founded by Eugene Wang of Sophie’s Kitchen, the company describes itself as the world’s first food tech company to use microalgae to develop 100%…
Biomaterial to Reduce Catheter-Associated Complications
Access Vascular Inc. is producing biomaterial-based catheters, which aim to lower long standing complication rates. Vascular access complications can delay treatment, add risk for patients, increase costs, and lead to dissatisfied patients. According to the company, its biomaterial catheter can…
Bioresearch of the Week, Vol. V
We're here with another issue of bioresearch of the week, updating you on the most recent innovative investigations that have been going on around the world. Electronic nose on a drone sniffs out wastewater treatment plant stink: While we have…