4D Biomaterials Making New Generation of Resorbable Medical Devices – Insights from Phil Smith, CEO
Implants are essential in modern medicine, supporting damaged tissues and improving function in orthopedic and cardiovascular surgeries. Traditional metal and plastic implants, widely used since the 1990s, provide strength and durability but often require secondary surgeries and can trigger immune reactions. Resorbable biomaterials, such as PLA and PCL, offer an improvement but face challenges like […]
5 Precision Feeding Startups Making Livestock Care Efficient
Traditional feeding practices in animal nutrition involve standard diets that aim to meet the nutritional needs of the average animal. This approach does not account for individual dietary needs based on an animal’s age, health, productivity level, or genetic makeup. It can lead to inefficiencies such as overfeeding or underfeeding, which can cause health problems, […]
Here’s how B’zeos creates scalable, seaweed-based packaging. Insights from Guy Maurce, CEO.
Traditional packaging produces approximately 275 million tonnes of plastic waste yearly; only about 14% gets recycled. Sustainable packaging is an obvious solution to this plastic waste problem. However, many sustainable alternatives are more expensive than traditional plastics, making them less attractive to businesses. Furthermore, bio-based plastic alternatives often lack the durability, flexibility, and barrier properties […]
7 Emerging Solutions of Electric Vehicles in 2025
Despite the EV industry’s rapid growth for more than a decade, it still has some areas for improvement. Companies are constantly innovating in these areas so that a reliable EV experience can be possible without any concerns about battery life, charging, and range. Battery charging and thermal management are two of the top EV industry trends. […]
3 New Heating Techniques Invented for Heat-not-burn (HNB) Devices
Achieving consistent and efficient heating in heat-not-burn HNB devices remains a challenge. Uneven heating leads to an unpleasant user experience. Furthermore, improper heating can release undesired substances from the HNBs, which erodes their proposition as a safer smokable device. Recent innovations in heating methods focus on optimizing heating efficiency, ensuring even heat distribution, and maintaining […]
5 AgTech Startups: Modernizing Farming In 2025
Traditional farming methods, such as agroforestry, crop rotation, cover cropping, and organic composting, rely on extensive manual labor and chemical inputs. These methods lead to resource wastage, environmental degradation, and reduced biodiversity. AgTech solutions like Precision agriculture offer improvements over traditional agriculture, with reduced waste, enhanced crop yields, and minimized environmental impact. For instance, conventional […]
Top 10 Automotive Startups in the US
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), transportation accounts for nearly 24% of global CO2 emissions, with road vehicles contributing approximately 75%. Furthermore, a report by the World Resources Institute highlights that transport emissions are expected to grow faster than those from any other sector. Current technologies such as electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid systems, and […]
Innovative Data Collection and Authentication Systems in E-cigarettes
E-cigarette users often encounter issues such as delayed device response, the need to adjust heating profiles manually, and maintaining personalized settings across multiple devices. The e-cigarette industry can overcome these challenges by using advanced data-sharing technologies, improving user satisfaction, and keeping up with market trends. Modern E-cigarettes can adjust to user behavior and preferences, making […]
Closed vs Open Innovation: What Should You Go for and Why?
The top 50 innovative companies beat the MSCI World Index by 3.3% annually, proving innovation boosts operations and investor returns. But the question remains: how should companies approach it – closed or open? A McKinsey study that surveyed over 650 businesses indicated that businesses that prioritized innovation and followed best practices achieved a total shareholder […]
Gekko Photonics’ Patented Technology Making Raman Spectroscopy Accessible to Businesses – Insights from Robert Stachurski, CEO
Precise control over material composition is crucial in the pharmaceutical, petrochemical, and semiconductor industries. Traditional chemical structure analysis methods often struggle to accurately identify the nature of materials used in these industries and control processes. This leads to waste, higher costs, safety risks, and regulatory issues. Raman spectroscopy, a powerful analytical technique, addresses these industrial […]
5 Precision Livestock Farming Startups Making Farm Management Easy
Livestock farming is critical in providing food security and sustaining rural economies. Traditional livestock management methods often involve manual labor and periodic checks, which can be inefficient and prone to human error. These methods include visual inspections, paper-based record-keeping, and basic mechanized systems for feeding and milking. While these traditional techniques have served farmers for […]
Latest Solar Cell Innovations Boost Efficiency by 90% and Reduce Maintenance.
Conventional solar photovoltaic (PV) systems face dust accumulation and surface heating issues. Elevated panel temperatures not only reduce energy conversion efficiency but can also shorten the panels’ lifespan. Research shows dust and dirt can cause up to 7% annual energy losses. In the Middle East, these losses can soar to 50%. Some innovators have found […]
5 Startups Making Food Delivery Faster and Economic
Traditional food delivery methods typically involved direct orders placed via telephone and restaurant deliveries. This model presented several challenges, such as limited restaurant reach, inconsistent service quality, and lack of convenience in ordering and tracking. The advent of digital platforms revolutionized the sector by introducing aggregator models that connect multiple restaurants with customers through user-friendly […]
5 Startups Making Ice Cream Healthier & Sustainable in 2024
In the UK alone, the ice cream industry consumes 4.81 billion kWh of electrical energy annually, much of it for refrigeration. Furthermore, commercial refrigerants, like HFC R404A, have a high global warming potential. The ice cream industry is overdue for health and sustainability upgrades. About 10% of all milk produced by US dairy farmers is […]
Why is the Cost of Repairing a big factor for ESPR to become a success?
Daily used products often break due to poor quality, planned obsolescence, or accidents. While many of us would love to repair these items or give them a second life, finding cost-effective solutions can be a significant challenge. In many cases, the price of a replacement part can surpass the cost of purchasing a new product […]
Innovative flavor release systems in heat-not-burn devices and e-cigarettes
The choice of flavors is one of the main reasons why Heat-Not-Burn (HNB) devices and e-cigarettes are so popular. However, maintaining a consistent aroma and flavor in these smokables is difficult. Existing heating systems are prone to carbon accumulation, which releases an unpleasant burnt taste. Furthermore, adding flavors to prerolled smokables is not user-friendly, limiting […]
