The Vireo Advisors blog brings you the latest news and developments in safe, sustainable and bio-based materials and products including novel foods and sustainable nanomaterials.
Dyes and Fabrics Created by Synthetic Biology
The Genetic Literacy Project published an article in which they review new developments using synthetic biology to create more sustainable dyes and fabrics from microbes.
Noblegen Launching Non-GMO Complete Source Protein that is Comparable to Animal Protein
Canadian-based company Noblegen will launch a meat alternative into the marketplace in October 2019 which is non-GMO and derived from Euglena gracilis.
Graphene-lined Clothing offers Protection from Mosquito Bites
Researchers from Brown University recently published their findings of their study in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences showed that graphene oxide-lined clothing deters mosquitos from living things by blocking the chemical signals which attract them.
UBQ Materials Bio-Based Thermoplastic used in Central Virginian Recycling Pilot Program
The waste management authority of Central Virginia (CVWMA) has launched a partnership with UBQ Materials and will soon begin a pilot program which will provide 2,000 of its consumers with a recycling bin made with UBQ Materials’ patented technology.
PFAS Legislation Passes in House
The House of Representatives has passed legislation on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) as part of amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act.