Biomaterials

DOPA lipid

DOPA lipid (1,2-dioleoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphate) is an anionic phospholipid widely used in membrane biophysics, liposome formulation, lipid–protein interaction studies, and nanocarrier development. Its negatively charged headgroup and fluid unsaturated tails make it an essential component in model membranes and advanced drug-delivery lipid systems.

Liquefaction of Corn Stover Pellets before Pretreatment by Enzyme Biocatalysis

Use of lignocellulosic biomass in continuous processes in biorefineries poses challenges due to its recalcitrant properties, feedstock variability, and materials handling of solids at large scale. Limitations include lignin derived inhibitors, and resistance to mixing due to rheological properties of lignocellulosic particulates at high solids loadings.

Marine Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering: Developing Scaffolds for Regenerative Medicine

The use of marine-derived biomaterials in tissue engineering presents an exciting opportunity to create sustainable, regenerative solutions. This research focuses on the innovative extraction of collagen from Corvina fish skin, a by-product of the fishing industry, and its combination with chitosan derived from the shells of marine invertebrates. By utilizing these abundant, often discarded resources, we are not only advancing tissue engineering but also embracing the principles of green chemistry and promoting a circular economy.

International N.I.C.E. Conference on Bioinspiration & Biobased Materials

The aim of this conference is to convene chemists, physicists, biologists, material scientists, and engineers from both academic and industrial institutes to share new developments and techniques in the domain of bio-inspired, bio-based, and bio-sourced chemistry and materials development. The conference will highlight recent advances in engineering and materials science that employ bio-inspired techniques and materials.

Biomaterials Made from Mycelium

Ecovative is a startup developing mycelium-based materials as sustainable alternatives for the food, fashion, and packaging industries. The company operates three mycelium farms and annually converts over 10 million pounds of wood chips into high-value mycelium products. By using environmental signals, Ecovative guides mycelium to grow into complex structures through specific phenotypic triggers. The company also develops new strains with tailored properties for various applications.

Mycocyle Waste-to-Value Materials Using Mycelium

Mycocycle has developed an innovative technology that uses fungi for waste management and recycling. This patent-pending process enhances the natural capabilities of fungi to transform construction waste into low-carbon raw materials suitable for the built environment. Mycelium, the root structure of fungi, is naturally fire and water-resistant, insulative, durable, and lightweight—making it an ideal raw material for the building industry. Mycocycle’s lab process uses mycelium to consume and eliminate toxins from construction waste, producing environmentally safe raw building materials.

Containers and Packaging Made From Seaweed

Sway has developed seaweed-based biodegradable substitutes for traditional packaging and containers. The company uses natural polymers found in seaweed to create thermoplastic seaweed resin (TPSea™), which are biobased pellets designed to replace conventional plastics. TPSea™ technology melts and stretches just like petroleum-based pellets and integrates well with plastic manufacturing systems. This technology is also the base for TPSea Flex™, a versatile film made with seaweed suited for various industries, including fashion, beauty, and food.

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