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Brain Biotech, AMSilk to develop bio-based protein fibers
June 1st, 2023
German biotechnology companies BRAIN Biotech AG and AMSilk GmbH have announced that they will collaborate to develop high-performance, bio-based protein fibers for the textile industry. The biomaterials are useful in a variety of applications that include the apparel, medical and automotive markets. AMSilk produces biotechnological materials based on renewable carbon structural proteins that are not […]
Sustainable Tyrian purple dye created via fermentation
April 1st, 2023
Conagen® aims to replace petroleum-based ingredients and reduce carbon footprints with green technologies. Photos: Conagen Conagen® is the world’s first biotechnology company commercializing a sustainable Tyrian purple dye by fermentation. Tyrian purple is a historically coveted and expensive dye found in rare and limited sources in marine nature. As with any biologically sourced textile dye, […]