Search

Anzahl der Suchergebnisse: 1447

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Mauritius

The ocean is at the heart of the country's economic development. In 2013, the Mauritian government published a comprehensive roadmap on “Ocean Economy”, which outlines how Mauritius will transform to grow economically, create jobs and wealth.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Nigeria

With the objective of diversifying energy sources and promoting agroindustrial development, Nigeria adopted its national "Biofuel Policy and Incentives" strategy in 2007.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Senegal

Senegal does not have its own bioeconomy strategy. The country primarily focuses on bioenergy and specifically on the jatropha plant.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Tanzania

Since 2010, Tanzania has had a "National Biotechnology Policy". With the deployment of biotechnology, the country wants to create the transition from agricultural self-sufficiency to an industrial economy.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Uganda

The "Biomass Energy Strategy", adopted in 2014, aims to maximise the benefits of its biomass resources. Similar to the "National Biotechnology and Biosafety Policy" of 2008, the strategy's objective is to initiate discussions to stimulate Uganda's growth, to improve healthcare and food security.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Belgium

The bio-based economy has a long tradition in the beer brewing nation – more than 500 beers are produced there. The regional division between Flanders and Wallonia is also reflected in research and industry.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Ireland

There is a strong tradition of agriculture on the Emerald Isle, and of course, marine resources and fisheries also play an important role there. Industrial pharmaceutical production has also secured its place in Ireland.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Lithuania

The Baltic country is known worldwide for its industrial enzyme production. Since the middle of the 1970s, industrial biotechnology - particularly enzyme production - has been concentrated in Lithuania.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Portugal

Portugal wishes to use its plentiful maritime resources in an innovative and sustainable way.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Estonia

Estonia, the most northern of the Baltic States, is still working on its own bioeconomy strategy.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

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.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

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).

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Mexico

Bioenergy is the focus of attention in the corn’s country of origin.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

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.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

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.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Paraguay

Paraguay has formulated a biotechnology strategy for agriculture and forestry.

unspecific unspecific unspecific

Uruguay

Building on a biotechnology strategy, the potential for bioeconomy is currently being explored in Uruguay.

Klebstoffentwicklung
The adhesives specialist Henkel is already testing the first prototypes of new bio-based adhesive compounds that can be removed again.

Chemistry Plants Chemistry

New synthesis components for de-adhesive bio-adhesives

Researchers from the Leibniz Institute for Catalysis in Rostock have joined forces with adhesives specialist Henkel to develop new bio-based adhesives that can be removed again.

Verschiedene Reissorten
Rice, one of the most common staple foods, is naturally high in carbohydrates and low in protein.

Agriculture and forestry Plants Plant breeding research

High-protein rice varieties cultivated

Max Planck researchers in Potsdam have worked with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) to breed rice varieties with a high protein content. Among other things, the CRISPR-Cas gene scissors were used.

Eine Mörtelbiene trägt ein Stück PE-Schaumstoff in ihr Nest.
A mortar bee carries a piece of PE foam into its nest.

Agriculture and forestry Plants Agriculture sciences

Pollinators suffer from plastic pollution

Deposits of plastic particles in the soil can endanger the behaviour of bees and thus the function of agricultural landscapes and global food security. This is shown by an international study involving German researchers.