18.11.2016 News
Textiles Microorganisms Materials sciences
Running made by biotech
Adidas has presented the world’s first lightweight racing shoe made by recombinantly produced silk fibers.
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23.12.2016 News
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Watching rice plants grow
Researchers from Karlsruhe have developed a system that observes and measures rice while it grows. The measurement technique is designed to accelerate the breeding of resistant plants.
29.12.2016 News
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Skin care using lactic acid bacteria
An extract made from special lactic acid bacteria treats dry, itching and stinging skin in a targeted way. This was revealed by a clinical study carried out by the Organobalance GmbH company from Berlin.
30.11.2016 News
Food unspecific Nutritional sciences
For greater variety in the cheese department
According to official statistics, nearly 2.5 million tonnes of cheese were produced in Germany in 2015, of which over half were exports. This makes Germany one of the leading cheese exporters within the European Union.
16.11.2015 News
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Green chemistry from wood and oil
Bioplastics may be biobased, but they are not necessarily environmentally friendly. In addition, the basic chemical building blocks for bioplastic production are still mostly produced from the starchy fruits of agricultural crops.
26.11.2015 News
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Global agenda for sustainable bioeconomy adopted
At the Global Bioeconomy Summit in Berlin, about 700 participants from 82 nations set themselves the goal of increasing the involvement of the bioeconomy in sustainable development and the battle against climate change.
06.10.2016 News
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EC delays bioeconomy strategy review
The fate of the bioeconomy in Europe remains undecided. The evaluation of the European Commission’s bioeconomy strategy plus action plan has been delayed.
10.10.2016 News
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Synvina: BASF and Avantium join forces
The new joint venture Synvina is positioned in the market for drop-in bioplastics with advanced product characteristics.
27.01.2017 News
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Rust-eating microbe found in Twentekanaal
So it exists after all: the microbe that eats both rust and methane. After a long search, Max-Planck researchers in Bremen have found such a multi-talent.
16.10.2016 News
Agriculture and forestry Plants Biodiversity
Study: Tree mix increases yield in forests
The largest big-data analysis to date on global biodiversity in forests has confirmed how closely species diversity and productivity are interrelated.
20.10.2016 News
Chemistry Plants Agriculture sciences
Record acquisition: Bayer pounces
The time is finally upon us: Bayer AG has purchased Monsanto for 66 billion US dollars. The largest agrochemical corporation in the world will be created from this mega-deal.
16.09.2016 News
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Biotech giant Novozymes bags Organobalance
Denmark’s Novozymes has acquired microbial research company Organobalance GmbH. The Berlin-based company owns a large collection of microbial strains, some of which date back to the 1920s, and has strong capabilities in microbial screening and assay technology.
23.09.2016 News
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Symbiosis: How clover and fungus became friends
Symbiosis between plants and fungi is common. The organisms supply each other with important, growth-promoting nutrients. They give each other a helping hand even under extreme conditions.
14.12.2016 News
Agriculture and forestry Plants Agriculture sciences
Using weeds as a source of bioenergy
Within the framework of the EU-supported 'Sweedhart' project, Fraunhofer researchers are looking for ways of exploiting field weeds.
30.09.2016 News
Automobile unspecific Materials sciences
Campus for sustainable car manufacture opened
Using high-tech to make tomorrow's environmentally friendly car. That is the goal of the brand new LeichtbauCampus Open Hybrid LabFactory in Wolfsburg. Central government is supplying 30 million euros.
04.10.2016 News
Food Plants Agriculture sciences
WWF study on palm oil published
The increasing global demand for palm oil and expansion in cultivation are damaging the environment. A study by environmental protection organisation WWF has concluded, however, that no credible alternative to the product exists.
08.09.2016 News
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Biobased economy headed for success
The German biobased economy is on the road to success. That is underlined by the progress report of the German National Policy Strategy Bioeconomy.
27.10.2016 News
Food Plants Agriculture sciences
Biotech yeast produces complex plant material
Carnosic acid is a widely sought-after substance that is used to enhance the flavour of foods and make them keep longer. To date, the substance must laboriously be extracted from herbs such as rosemary.
27.04.2016 Basics
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Basic facts: What's bioeconomy?
Bioeconomy is a modern and sustainable form of economic activity based on the efficient use of biological resources such as plants, animals and microorganisms. All sectors that produce, process or in any way use biological resources, contribute to the biobased economy. These include agriculture, forestry, the energy industry, fisheries and aquaculture, chemical and pharmaceuticals industries, the food industry, industrial biotechnology, cosmetics, paper and textile industries. To continue Germany’s path towards biobased industry innovative approaches are needed. Federal Government has already launched specific funding initiatives for its research and development.
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18.01.2017 Interview
Consumables Plants Biotechnology/Systems biology
T-shirts made of wood
The „WoodShirts“ offered by the start-up wijld, which is headed by Timo Beelow, prove that products made of renewable resources such as wood are not just eco-friendly but also stylish and comfortable. 
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05.01.2017 Interview
Agriculture and forestry Plants Agriculture sciences
Plant breeding using CRISPR-Cas molecular scissors
Holger Puchta is one of the first researchers worldwide to utilise the CRISPR-Cas molecular ‘scissors’ in the area of plants. For the biotechnologist at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, the editing tool heralds a new era of precision in plant breeding.
02.12.2016 News
Agriculture and forestry Microorganisms Biotechnology/Systems biology
Genetic Engineering Act discussed in German Parliament
Certain aspects of the Federal Genetic Engineering Act are to be supplemented to include a ban on cultivating genetically engineered crops. Today the German parliament focused on the draft amendment.
05.12.2016 News
Chemistry Microorganisms Biotechnology/Systems biology
Biofuel cell stores energy
Researchers in Bochum have developed a new 'bio-supercapacitor' that, with the aid of enzymes, not only generates energy, but can also store it.
12.12.2016 News
Pharmaceutical industry Microorganisms Materials sciences
Biodegradable implant coatings
In a first, chemists in Karlsruhe have developed a biodegradable surface coating for implants.
04.01.2017 News
Agriculture and forestry Plants Biodiversity
Ants with a talent for gardening
Ants are social insects with many talents. Biologists from Munich found a species of ants on the Fijian Islands that cultivate coffee plants with the aim of later inhabiting them.
13.01.2017 Success story
Food Microorganisms Biotechnology/Systems biology
Gentle germ removal
The biotech company Organobalance found lactic acid bacteria in its archive that are able to gently disinfect hands and other surfaces. The microbes are now being refined for use in cleaning and care cosmetics.
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Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg
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Chemistry Microorganisms Biodiversity
Conserving ocean biodiversity
The marine biologist Helmut Hillebrand has always been fascinated by biodiversity. As the head of the new Helmholtz Institute for Functional Marine Biodiversity, the Oldenburg-based expert is developing tools that will help to improve predictions about changes in ocean biodiversity.
23.01.2017 Studies and statistics
Construction Plants Agriculture sciences
CEPI (2016): Roadmap Bioeconomy
The European paper industry has unveiled a major investment agenda to drive towards its 2050 vision of a low-carbon, resource-efficient bioeconomy.
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Life Food GmbH
Researcher Profile
Food Plants Agriculture sciences
Standing up for the soya bean
Martin Miersch wishes to drive soya cultivation in Germany forward. The agricultural engineer spends his time at Taifun, the organic tofu manufacturer, looking for the ideal bean for his tofu.
17.01.2017 News
Food Plants Biotechnology/Systems biology
Tetra Pak with bio-based packaging
Tetra Pak's aseptic carton packaging, the first of its kind worldwide, are manufactured from 80% bio-based material.
23.01.2017 News
Energy Plants Agriculture sciences
Mixed outcomes of EU neonicotinoid ban
A European study says that the ban of a certain class of insecticides to protect bees causes a lot of ecologic and economic burden.
12.01.2017 News
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Outlining national sustainability
The German Federal Government has approved a "German Strategy for Sustainability". It outlines how the sustainable development goals are to be achieved.
30.01.2017 Studies and statistics
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EIO (2017): Policies and Practices for Eco-Innovation Uptake and Circular Economy Transition
The Eco-Innovation Observatory (EIO) is an EU-funded initiative be on the lookout for new eco-innovations and identify trends in this area.
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Worldwide strategies
The bioeconomy is gaining ground all over the world. A large number of countries have now adopted bioeconomy strategies - with various focus areas. You can find them in the following overview.
06.02.2017 News
Food Plants Agriculture sciences
Tomato growth out of this world
A satellite carrying tomato seeds is expected to be launched into space before the end of the year. German researchers will test the growth under conditions found on Mars or the moon.
02.02.2017 News
Energy Plants Agriculture sciences
CO2 emissions from deforestation revisited
Researchers from Karlsruhe have investigated the effects of land-use change on the balance of carbon dioxide. Land restructuring causes more CO2 than anticipated.
10.10.2015 Country
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Spain
After several years of preparation, Spain has launched its national bioeconomy strategy called "Horizonte 2030" (Horizon 2030). It commenced at the end of 2015 and, by 2030, aims to extend the Spanish economy to the area of sustainable bioeconomy.
24.08.2016 Country
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Indonesia
Palm oil is one of the most important raw materials of the biobased economy in this tropical country offering an abundance of resources.
10.10.2015 Country
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South Korea
In 2006, South Korea was one of the first countries in Asia to focus on bioeconomy by adopting its "Bio-Vision 2016", outlining clear targets for biotechnology and bioeconomy development.
10.10.2015 Country
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Thailand
Thailand does not have its own bioeconomy strategy, but is one of Asia’s pioneers with regard to biotechnology. Political strategies for the further development of biotechnology have existed since 2004.
15.10.2015 Country
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Sri Lanka
Inspired by political developments in South and Southeast Asia, the Sri Lankan Cabinet of Ministers adopted its "National Biotechnology Policy" in 2010. The strategy comes from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Science and Technology Commission (NASTEC).
10.10.2015 Country
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Mexico
Bioenergy is the focus of attention in the corn’s country of origin.
10.10.2015 Country
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Mozambique
The development of bioenergy is a top priority within the country’s political agenda. Since 2004/2005, Mozambique has supported the cultivation of the jatropha plant for biofuel projects.
16.12.2021 Country
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Colombia
Colombia is home to about 10% of the world's species. The country has recognized the economic potential offered by this bioresource diversity and placed it at the center of its new bioeconomy strategy.
31.10.2015 Country
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Paraguay
Paraguay has formulated a biotechnology strategy for agriculture and forestry.
19.10.2015 Country
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Uruguay
Building on a biotechnology strategy, the potential for bioeconomy is currently being explored in Uruguay.
29.08.2016 Country
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Argentina
The agricultural sector is one of the most important economic driving forces in the country.
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Bioeconomy in Germany - Background
In view of scarce fossil natural resources, climate change and the growing world population, sustainability and climate action have become key issues of the 21st century. The objective of the bioeconomy is to combine economy and ecology to ensure a more sustainable use of biological resources. The German Federal Government has introduced a wealth of innovative initiatives to set the course towards a bioeconomy. These activities dovetail in the new National Bioeconomy Strategy which was published in January 2020. The achievement of a biobased economy will represent a significant contribution to the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals set out in the UN’s 2030 Agenda.
23.11.2016 Success story
Chemistry Microorganisms Biotechnology/Systems biology
Bio-lubricants from chip frying oil
Material researchers in Berlin have developed an enzymatic process for making lubricants out of used oil. The new bio-lubricant is based on oil that has been used for deep frying and it is biodegradable.
20.03.2015 Country
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The Netherlands
The Netherlands is a leader in food processing. The small country on the North Sea is one of the largest exporters of agricultural products worldwide.
15.09.2015 Country
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Brazil
The strongest South American economy is rich in bio-based raw materials. The Amazon country has unrivaled biodiversity. However, there is no bioeconomy strategy.
22.10.2024 Country
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Australia
Australia has a technologically advanced agricultural industry and is also well-established in industrial biotechnology. While there is currently no national bioeconomy strategy, individual states are increasingly pursuing bioeconomic initiatives. For example, Queensland has entered into a cooperation agreement with the German government in the field of bioeconomy research.
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10.05.2016 Product
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Dress
Every year, millions of tonnes of milk, which cannot be used for consumption, are accrued. Fibres can be made from milk proteins. In comparison to the production of cotton, this process uses considerably less water.
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06.10.2016 Product
Construction Plants
Bike
The bike is built from lightweight, thin-walled and resilient tubes with a minimum use of real wood. Unlike raw materials such as aluminium, iron or carbon, which are normally used for the construction of bicycles, wood is a renewable resource.
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10.03.2016 Product
Textiles Plants
T-Shirt
When brewing coffee, less than ten percent of the coffee bean’s aroma is released. The rest ends up in the compost bin. These coffee grounds, however, are an ideal raw material for the production of sustainable textiles.
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10.02.2016 Product
Consumables Microorganisms
Face cream
Some bioactive ingredients, including enzymes, can help to smooth out wrinkles, remove impurities from the skin or prevent irritation of the skin. These beneficial ingredients can be produced with the help of new processes in fermentation.
04.07.2016 Success story
Pharmaceutical industry Microorganisms Agriculture sciences
Tiny alginate "factories" create new wound dressing
Researchers at the joint AlBioTex project have found a way of using Azotobacter vinelandii bacteria to produce tailor-made alginates for use in wound dressings.
09.03.2016 Success story
Pharmaceutical industry Microorganisms Food technology
On the trail of good bacteria
As part of the GOBI strategic alliance, three companies are actively looking for new, beneficial bacteria for the manufacture of bioactive products in the animal feed, healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. The main objective: to find a bio-based alternative to conventional antibiotics.
17.12.2015 Success story
Pharmaceutical industry Microorganisms Nutritional sciences
Storing and protecting active compounds with yeasts
The Berlin-based company Organobalance has developed a process that protects compounds such as vitamins, trace elements and fatty acids with a natural casing.