More active genes in hybrid high-yield maize
The offspring of two maize inbred lines provides higher yield than the parent plants. According to researchers at Bonn University this effect is caused by increased gene activity.
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Cosmetics based on bio-isobutene
Clariant and Global Bioenergies have developed a new polymer from renewable resources for cosmetic creams and lotions.
Promising new weapon against bee parasite
Researchers at Hohenheim University found a possible new remedy against the Varroa mite: the chemical lithium chloride. It seems highly effective and is would be easy to dispense.
Face scrub with wood instead of plastic
Fraunhofer researchers are developing bio-based and biodegradable alternatives to microplastics. They use cellulose particles derived from wood or crops.
Genome of European Beech deciphered
Researchers at the Senckenberg research institute decoded the genome of the European Beech. The new genetic information will allow for targeted breeding of stress tolerant trees.
EU paves way for insect-derived food
Since January 2018, insect-derived food can be commercialised according to the rules of the new Novel Food Legislation.
Computer mouse made of sugar cane
Yoghurt cups and water bottles made from polylactic acid are en vogue. Material scientists in Hannover have developed a computer mouse housing material based on sugar cane.
Teething plants
According to Bonner botanists many more plants than previously thought use calcium phosphate, a component of teeth and bones, to strengthen their defensive hairs and thorns.
More than mash: paints from potatoes
Fraunhofer researcher from Potsdam and Stuttgart develop new paints and varnishes based on potato starch. A special chemical process is optimising the starch for this application.
Knowing when and where to grow
Plants have several strategies to receive sufficient light. Now, Biologists from Tübingen University demonstrate that plants can choose between alternative responses to competition.
3D skin models to reduce allergens
Researchers at the Mannheim University of Applied Sciences and BRAIN AG develop new three-dimensional skin models. These allow for more realistic screenings for health care and cosmetics.
Visions in bioeconomy
Students from all over the globe are invited to present new ideas for a biobased economy as part of an art competition. The winners will be exhibited at the global summit in Berlin.
Transforming plants into bio-factories
Molecular plant physiologists in Golm managed to engineer the chloroplast DNA of the tobacco plant. Via horizontal gene transfer they were able to produce the carotenoid astaxanthin.
Bioengineering improves photosynthesis
Biochemists in Munich managed to improve the photosynthesis process by generating the Rubisco enzyme in a bacterial host. This could also boost future crop yields.
Nanotechnology allows for larger 3D structures
A new technique enables Hendrik Dietz at TU Munich to build DNA origami structures the size of viruses, while also reducing the cost of production substantially.
Greentech start-ups looking for investors
17 green start-ups were competing for potential investors in Berlin. Biobased plastic produced in Sweden and a map for air quality developed in Munich convinced the panel.
Mapping European biorefineries
According to a recent study, there are 224 biorefineries online in Europe. The platforms differ by region, depending on the available resources.
Maize pest turns plant defense on its head
Researchers in Jena found out why the corn rootworm is such a devastating pest: it exploits the plants defenses and then uses it against potential enemies.
Acidic oceans destroy mussel shells
According to researchers in Kiel, the increasing acidification of the oceans cause growing problems for mussels when developing their shells.
How bacteria and algae talk
Pseudomonas bacteria can immobilise microalgae within moments. Researchers from Jena identified orfamid A as the chemical culprit.