Former Apple exec turns 500 years of ocean waste into backyard compost
Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) has long been a go-to material for electronics and automotive packaging due to its lightweight and protective properties. However, EPS takes up to 500 years to degrade and contributes to 11 million metric tons of plastic in the ocean annually. With less than 10% of EPS recycled due to contamination and high […]
This startup is making plastic-free goods without cutting down a single tree!
Most alternatives to plastic (e.g., paper products) rely on tree fibers. A World Wide Fund for Nature survey shows that the Pulp and paper industry consumes nearly 40 percent of the industrial wood traded globally. Replacing plastic with paper is easy, but ReStalk is taking it to another level. The regenerative packaging startup offers an […]
How regenerative packaging is cutting costs and waste in supply chains?
Supply chain waste remains a critical challenge for businesses, with over 7 billion tons of plastic waste generated globally each year, of which less than 10% is recycled. For industries relying on single-use materials, packaging waste contributes to environmental issues and leads to inefficiencies in material usage and compliance costs. Companies like Nestlé and Unilever […]
Integrating sustainability in tobacco: How are industry players aligning their R&D efforts?
The complexity of integrating sustainability in tobacco lies in finding the balance between operational efficiency, resource optimization, and delivering tangible progress in sustainability goals. Whether it’s addressing agricultural impacts, reducing manufacturing emissions, or innovating biodegradable alternatives, the industry stands at the cusp of significant transformation. Those who lead with solutions, not just compliance, will set […]
Vegan Probiotic Trends to Watch in 2025
Dairy-based products currently dominate the probiotics market, taking up 80% of the probiotic segment. GreyB found that approximately 50% of new patents filed are moving toward these vegan solutions. Pioneering brewers like Kitaoka Honten and establishments like the Korea Institute of Science & Technology are developing newer vegan probiotic solutions. This article discusses the latest […]
Plant or fermentation-based dairy: Which approach solves consumer demands better?
Dairy is responsible for 2.9 percent of total human-induced greenhouse gas emissions. To add to it, one liter of milk requires 628 liters of water, surpassing the water footprint of all the other foods and making it the largest polluter of water. Such numbers have spurred the R&D efforts to find environmentally friendly, sustainable dairy alternatives […]
Notable Regenerative Agriculture Trends to Watch in 2025
Scientists are using microbes to turn urban sludge into organic fertilizers for regenerative agriculture! Turning food waste, sewage sludge, and crop leftovers into fertilizers that boost crop yields, improve soil health, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions has become a trend. Prominent entities such as Novozymes, Agri Life, Symborg, and Xi’an DELI Biochemical Industry have shown […]
Hot Drinks, Cold Vaccines: How 67% of Food Packaging Patents Focus on Thermal Packaging
Maintaining product integrity, increasing shelf life, and preventing contamination are some of the crucial problems various industries tackle today, especially the food and pharma sectors. Evidently, the ongoing innovations within these industries focus on efficient temperature-controlled packaging solutions and materials. While the Asia-Pacific region has shown remarkable growth in insulated packaging, our comprehensive report discusses […]
AI, Aroma, and the Green Revolution: Trends Shaping Tobacco in 2025
Sustainability trends in the tobacco industry are gaining attention. Swift advancements from filters that biodegrade within months to genetically optimized crops are transforming what’s possible in tobacco production. Additionally, innovations in flavor release for pre-rolled cones and improved hookah designs enhance the smoking experience. Heat-not-burn devices offer better heating and flavor delivery for a more […]
These AI solutions are eliminating decade long drug development cycles!
Industry data shows that drug development costs can reach up to $2.5 billion per successful therapy, including the costs of failed trials. For many companies, even one failure can be a big financial strain and stretch the development timeline to over 10 years. AI is changing this, bringing faster, more affordable solutions to biotech. Morgan […]
No needles, no drops: Biophta tackles blindness risks with a 7-Day gel tablet
Approximately 1 billion patients have lost sight due to ocular diseases, even though multiple treatments exist. Half of the patients find it hard to keep up with their eye treatments, resulting in millions losing their vision each year. The effectiveness of solutions like eye drops, gels, and ointments for front-of-the-eye conditions highly depends on how […]
Human-like bioprinted tissues with bio ink is making clinical testing cruelty-free
Despite ethical concerns, 90% of preclinical trials rely on animal testing. However, only 50-60% of these tests accurately predict human outcomes. But what if these tests could be performed directly on human-like tissues, eliminating the need for animal models? BIO INX is making this a reality by helping develop 3D-printed human tissue models that closely […]
How AI, Precision Fermentation, and Bioprocessing will Transform Alternate Protein in 2025
Shinsegae Food Co. Ltd. researchers have discovered how to use AI to develop mutant microbial strains that produce higher-protein meat alternatives. Others, like Air Protein Inc., have created methods to leverage CO2 in feedstock to increase protein yields. In addition to yield optimization, new texturization methods have emerged to enhance the mouthfeel of vegan meat […]
This startup uses black soldier flies to cut farm emissions.
Over the past decade, the average American’s protein consumption has increased by 25%. This surge in demand has led to unsustainable livestock farming, producing millions of tons of food waste each year. A significant portion of this waste ends up in landfills, producing greenhouse gases. FAO estimates that the global livestock industry produces 14.5% of […]
5 AI innovations in healthcare shaping diagnostics and drug development
Over 500 million global diabetes patients urgently need better wound care. The existing AI healthcare systems are unable to meet this demand. AI healthcare systems struggle to detect chronic conditions accurately. They cannot reliably identify biomarkers from large medical datasets, leading to suboptimal patient care. Many innovators have identified this gap and are working towards […]
This blood test detects cancer in less than 2 hours!
Breast cancer is one of the most treatable cancers when found early, yet deaths in Southeast Asia are expected to nearly triple by 2040. Cases often go undetected due to a lack of knowledge or access to proper diagnostic tools. Biotech startups are addressing this challenge with nanotechnology. OncoRevive is one such startup focused on […]
