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⏳ Only 10 days left to save €100 on the PHA World Congress 2025 – Early Bird Ends February 28! 🚀 The 4th PHA World Congress, co-organized by GO!PHA and Renewable Carbon Plastics, takes place September 2-4, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Germany (Hybrid) and will bring together industry experts, innovators, researchers, and investors to discuss PHA production, applications, policy, and market trends. Programme Overview 📅 September 2 – Dedicated matchmaking and investment sessions, including a PHA Masterclass and pitch contests. 📅 September 3-4 – Conference sessions focused on: ◾ Advancements in PHA production and applications across industries ◾ Discussions on policy, regulations, and sustainability in the biomaterials space ◾ Investment and industry matchmaking sessions ◾ Networking opportunities, including a congress dinner and industry meet-ups Register by February 28 to save €100 👉 www.pha-world-congress.com #PHAWorldCongress #CircularEconomy #SustainableMaterials #PHA

🌱 FAO Report: Rethinking Plastics in Agriculture with Circular Solutions 🌍 A new FAO report highlights the urgent need to reduce plastic use in agriculture and transition to circular bioeconomy approaches. With growing concerns over microplastics, environmental impact, and human health, the report underscores the role of bio-based and biodegradable materials in creating more sustainable systems. 🔎 Key insights: ✅ Bio-based materials align with circularity principles, helping to reduce emissions and environmental pollution ✅ Biomass-based alternatives to non-renewable materials offer sustainable solutions for industry and agriculture ✅ Biodegradable mulch films present a promising example of preventing microplastics accumulation and protecting human health. At GO!PHA, we see this as a step forward in advancing sustainable material solutions that align with both science and policy. Moving beyond conventional plastics, bio-based, biodegradable, and compostable materials (BBCMs) play a critical role in ensuring a circular economy—one that balances environmental responsibility with practical industry adoption. 💡 What’s next? How can we scale bio-based solutions in agriculture? Let’s discuss! 💬 📌 Read the full FAO report: https://lnkd.in/e2dGFtKc #CircularBioeconomy #SustainableAgriculture #PHA #Microplastics #PlasticPollution #CircularEconomy #FAO

Early Bird Registration ends on 28 February! Make sure to get your tickets now! www.pha-world-congress.com #PHAWorldCongress #BiobasedMaterials #PHA #RenewableCarbon #Sustainability

🚀 Only 2 Days Left! Register Now for the PHA Symposium Series – Session 1 Time is running out! In just 2 days, the PHA Symposium Series – Session 1: PHA Downstream Processing will take place. Don’t miss this chance to dive into the latest advancements in PHA downstream processing with top experts, co-hosted by European Federation of Biotechnology and GO!PHA. 🔬 Session Highlights: ✅ Biological PHA extraction ✅ Supercritical CO2 & co-solvents ✅ Green solvents ✅ Enzymatic processes ✅ Innovative, novel processes 📅 Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025 🕙 Time: 10:00–17:00 CET 💻 Format: Online via Zoom 💳 Cost: €240 (incl. VAT) – 50% off for GO!PHA & EFB members ⏳ Spots are still available – Register now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/epYvV7qe #PHA #DownstreamProcessing #Symposium #Sustainability #GreenChemistry #Workshop Bioextrax AB Edvard Hall Suchada Chanprateep Napathorn Chulalongkorn University Apilak Salakkam Khon Kaen University Universiti Sains Malaysia Manfred Zinn HES-SO Valais-Wallis Maximilian Lackner

🌿 New EU Biotech & Biomanufacturing Hub: A Game-Changer for Start-ups & SMEs 🚀 The European Commission has launched a new Biotech and Biomanufacturing Hub, a crucial operational tool designed to support start-ups and SMEs in navigating regulatory frameworks and scaling their innovations. At GO!PHA, we recognize the challenges biotech companies face when bringing bio-based, biodegradable, and compostable materials (BBMs) like PHA to market. This Hub—one of the key deliverables of the EU Biotech and Biomanufacturing Communication (March 2024)—bridges these gaps by offering clear, accessible guidance (in all EU languages) on: ✅ EU Funding Sources – A breakdown of available grants and investments for biotech & biomanufacturing businesses. ✅ R&D Infrastructure – Research networks, pilot facilities, and testing centers to support innovation. ✅ Scaling Resources – Market insights, business networks, and facilities to help companies commercialize. ✅ Intellectual Property Protection – Ensuring innovative solutions are safeguarded in the EU. ✅ Product Authorization – Guidance on regulatory approvals for biotech products, from medicines to food ingredients. ✅ Compliance & Market Access – Clear explanations of EU rules for developing and marketing biotech innovations. 🔎 As the bio-based sector expands, tools like this are vital to ensuring that sustainable substitute and alternative materials contribute to a circular, sustainable economy. How can we make regulatory frameworks even more supportive of bio-based solutions? Let’s discuss! 💬 📌 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eMtyn6sg #Biotech #Biomanufacturing #BioBasedMaterials #CircularEconomy #PHA #EURegulations

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A recent study published in Nature Medicine has identified the presence of microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) in human brain tissue. This discovery raises concerns about the potential health implications of MNP exposure. MNPs enter the human body through inhalation, ingestion, and possibly even direct absorption. Common sources include plastic-packaged food, water, and air pollution. As the global production and use of plastics continue to rise, understanding the pathways through which MNPs enter the human body and their subsequent effects is crucial. This research underscores the need for comprehensive studies to assess the impact of MNPs on human health and to develop strategies to mitigate exposure. 🔍 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2NApxgA At GO!PHA, we are committed to advancing research in this area and promoting policies that protect public health from emerging environmental hazards! #Microplastics #Nanoplastics #PublicHealth #EnvironmentalHealth #GOPHA

What if the very materials we use to save lives and deliver aid could also have a positive impact on our Planet? The #circulareconomy principles need to be widespread even to those contexts where they're hardly applicable, to date... Discover our work in and the mission of #aniph_eu project ⤵️ CETEC Centro Tecnológico del Calzado y del Plástico de la Región de Murcia Kveloce Agricultural University of Athens AUA OFC TerraVerdae Bioworks Inc. Universidad de Granada GO!PHA #biobased #bioplastics

🚀Join the PHA Symposium Series – Online Workshop Dive into the latest advancements in PHA downstream processing in this expert-led session, co-hosted by the European Federation of Biotechnology (EFB) and GO!PHA. Session #1: PHA Downstream Processing Get insights into cutting-edge techniques and solutions in PHA downstream processing. Topics include: ⚫ Biological PHA extraction ⚫ Supercritical CO2 & co-solvents ⚫ Green solvents ⚫ Enzymatic processes ⚫ Innovative, novel processes This interactive workshop provides a platform for open knowledge exchange under the Chatham House Rule, encouraging collaboration within the PHA community. Event Details 📅 Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025 🕙 Time: 10:00–17:00 CET 💻 Format: Online via Zoom 💳 Cost: €240 (incl. VAT) – 50% off for GO!PHA and EFB members 👉 Register now to secure your spot! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/epYvV7qe What topics would you like to see covered next in the PHA Symposium Series? Drop your thoughts below! Bioextrax AB CONSEJO SUPERIOR DE INVESTIGACIONES CIENTÍFICAS Chulalongkorn University Khon Kaen University Universiti Sains Malaysia HES-SO Valais-Wallis #PHA #DownstreamProcessing #Symposium #Sustainability #Workshop

Researchers at Bournemouth University have developed an innovative self-repairing plastic that could revolutionize how we think about waste and material longevity. This groundbreaking material has the ability to fix its own cracks and damage, extending the lifespan of plastic products and reducing the need for replacements. Why It Matters: 🌿 This innovation addresses two key challenges: Reducing waste by extending product life Minimizing resource consumption in manufacturing replacements With applications spanning from everyday consumer goods to critical industries like healthcare and construction, self-repairing plastics are a major step forward in creating a more sustainable and circular economy. 📖 Learn more about this exciting development: https://lnkd.in/eAb9qWah  #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Innovation #Plastics #MaterialScience