Living detectors: how biosensors protect wildlife
Biosensors are devices that exploit biological materials or living microorganisms to detect particular chemicals in their surroundings. Here’s how they help scientists monitor, understand, and ultimately help protect natural habitats.
NEOZANT: A breakthrough polymer for aerospace and infrastructure
Element Labs, part of NZT Group, has announced a new polymer called NEOZANT™. It aims to improve performance, sustainability, and versatility across many industries. These include aerospace, mobility, chemicals, infrastructure,…
Are biomaterials healthier for us?
We look at how biomaterials interact with our bodies in a range of applications, from cosmetics right the way through to architecture.
UBQ Materials launches UBQ™ Masterbatch to transform sustainable manufacturing
UBQ Materials announced the launch of its new UBQ™ Masterbatch, a groundbreaking product designed to transform manufacturing. Municipal waste incineration in Europe nearly doubled from 30 million tonnes in 1995…
Signify eliminates 99.9% of plastics in Philips Hue packaging using biobased materials
Signify announced it has removed 99.9% of plastics from Philips Hue product packaging. The redesigned packaging uses biobased materials, improving recyclability and reducing environmental impact. The new packaging is smaller,…
AMSilk launches silk protein-based ingredients for consumer care market
AMSilk announced its entry into the consumer care market with two new silk protein-based products: AMSilk4Shine and AMSilk4Care. AMSilk4Shine offers a sustainable, high-performance alternative to petroleum-based polymers used in dishwashing…
Cooling biomaterials in a warming world
Researchers are developing new biomaterials for climate-ready building design that protect inhabitants and cuts down energy use.
HH Chemical launches BIODEX®: world’s first fully biobased materials brand
HH Chemical has announced the official launch of BIODEX®, the world's first brand offering fully integrated biobased materials. The platform delivers a complete solution across the entire value chain—from renewable…
The power of sustainable jelly
Gelatin is best known as the main ingredient in jellies. Yet this humble store-cupboard staple has many applications in consumer goods and industry.