Every month, GO!PHA hosts a science talk for its members, creating a platform to share research, discuss new developments, and connect with peers across the field. If you are interested in giving a talk or would like to join a session as a guest, we welcome you to reach out and get involved.
SATISPHACTION project: Upcycling PHAs to innovative materials for fully sustainable food packaging
Biodegradable and bio-based PHA fibers are gaining increasing attention for their potential across various sectors, including textiles. However, challenges related to stability during and after processing remain a key hurdle. To unlock their full potential, innovative strategies are being developed to enhance processing performance and material reliability.
Gas fermentation is gaining momentum. More and more bioprocesses rely on this technology, and PHA production makes no exemption. Indeed, several PHA producer start-ups and firms are testing the conversion of gases into polymers. However, C1 biological fixation faces a paradox: while gases like CO2 and CH4 are extremely abundant and polluting, thereby representing ideal feedstocks, their mass transportation within bioreactors and biomass is highly challenging.
This webinar featured groundbreaking insights into sustainable solutions for key sectors, including agriculture, fisheries, and the medical field. Our experts included:
Kirk Havens (Virginia Institute of Marine Science)
Ipsita Roy (PHAsT, The University of Sheffield)
Maarten van der Zee (Wageningen University & Research)
Jasmina Nikodinovic-Runic (University of Belgrade)
In anticipation of the UN Global Treaty on Plastics, we hosted this Webinar, featuring groundbreaking insights into sustainable solutions for key sectors, including agriculture, fisheries, and the medical field. Our expert speakers for this session included:
Daniele Spinelli (SEALIVE)
Jappe de Best (MNEXT)
Helena Vilaça (Waste2BioComp)
Explore the latest solutions for reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainable alternatives. Our speakers included:
Marco Versari (Italy) – Italy's approach to recycling food waste with compostable plastics.
Katrina Knauer, Ph.D. (USA) – Innovations in mixed (bio)polyester recycling.
Our speakers covered a range of topics, from compostable materials to advanced recycling technologies:
Henk Vooijs – Designing systems for effective composting.
Florian Graichen – Exploring end-of-life options for biopolymers.
Corinne van Noordenne - Bos – Sorting and recycling biodegradable plastics like PHA
In this webinar, we delve into the advantages, possibilities, and challenges associated with adopting alternative materials and suitable substitutes. We also analyze policy implications and strategies for effective implementation. Through case studies, we reveal success stories and valuable lessons, shedding light on commercial readiness and market adoption.
