Low cost production of pheromones
Pheromones are an effective weapon against plant pests, but their production is expensive. A European research team now wants to produce these messenger substances through biotechnology.
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New colors for poinsettias
Poinsettias are not only beautiful to look at but also robust. Growers are constantly creating new color variations of the popular decorative plant.
Fungus supplies herb with active substance
The Tatarinow's aster is well-known for its medicinal properties. However, a recent study shows it is a special fungus which produces the sought-after active ingredient astin.
Bioplastics on the rise
Consumer demand for environmentally friendly products is growing: by 2024 this will lead to a global increase in bioplastics production of more than 15%, a recent market analysis by European Bioplastics shows.
Sweet potatoes raise alarm with fragrance
When insects attack, certain varieties of sweet potatoes release a fragrance that causes neighboring plants to start defending themselves.
Bacteria adapted to feed on CO2
Bioengineers have reprogrammed E. coli bacteria so that they can use CO2 as a carbon source.
New textiles from old fibers
In the DiTex pilot project, a research team is focusing on recycling fabric fibers and on intelligent labels.
Call for new rules for GMOs
Science academies and the German Research Foundation are urging EU legislators to reconsider the regulation for genetically modified organisms.
Clariant: Cosmetics from roots
Clariant has secured access to a unique technology through a strategic partnership with Plant Advanced Technologies (PAT): The French company extracts certain plant ingredients from roots.
Deforestation and fertilizer change water ecosystems
Aquatic plants that use hydrogen carbonate as a carbon source are increasingly displacing those that use carbon dioxide.
How land plants control stress
How land plants cope with stress is not primarily controlled by hormones. An international team of researchers found out that a gene set regulates the process right off the bat.
Bamboo dishes: Beware of heat!
Not every bamboo coffee-to-go cup is suitable for hot food: Products made with synthetic resin release toxic substances, warns the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment.
Oceans yield new antibiotics
Researchers have discovered a new source of antibiotics in the ocean. Planctomycetes are a marine phylum that has previously attracted little attention.
More efficient wastewater treatment
Sewage treatment plants often require a lot of space. The Ruhrverband is piloting a new process that saves 30% electricity and also reduces space requirements and operating costs.
Making fiberboard from hardwood
In addition to softwoods, low-value hardwoods are also suitable for the production of fiberboard. This has been demonstrated by Fraunhofer researchers.
EIB goes green
The European Investment Bank will stop financing fossil energy projects from the end of 2021. Future funding will focus on clean energy innovation, energy efficiency and renewables.
Gentle weed control
Researchers from Bonn are hoping to gently optimize weed control in the cultivation of medicinal plants in order to avoid contamination.
Genome Editing: EU to review judgment
The European Council calls on the European Commission to investigate how the handling of genome-edited plants is to be regulated in future.
As strong as mother-of-pearl
Researchers have shed light on the structure of nacre in mussels, paving the way for break-resistant ceramic materials.
Pesticides: even low doses harmful
Pesticides pose greater risks than previously thought: Helmholtz researchers have shown that pollutants can affect sensitive people and ecosystems even at very low concentrations.