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IOCB Tech Group (Ústav organické chemie a biochemie AV ČR) as a member of Transfera.cz is attending the 11th National Technology Transfer Conference organised by Vysoké učení technické v Brně. The main axis of the event is the Reform of TechTransfer in the Czech Republic. We are glad we were a part of this process preparation. The reform was introduced by the Czech minister for science, research, and innovation Helena Langšádlová. #TechTransfer #BioTech #science #inventions

Exciting News! In just two weeks, we’ll be kicking off our HorizonDECADES board and consortium meeting at the University of Groningen, hosted by Prof. Marco Fraaije! Our agenda is packed with valuable content and opportunities for connection. Over the first two days, we’ll dive into board meetings and engage in presentations from our PhD students, who’ll share the results of their recent research. Starting on the afternoon of Day 2, we shift focus to an in-depth lecture series, beginning with data-driven directed evolution of enzymes. The learning continues on Day 3 with inspiring talks on the digitalization of bioprocesses, rational protein design, and innovative methods for racemate resolution via crystallization. These sessions are designed to boost our skills and open new possibilities in our fields! And the lectures don’t stop there—we’re also adding hands-on computational protein engineering training and workshops for scientific presentations…but we won’t reveal too much just yet! It’s not all about hard work—we also have a fun excursion planned for Day 5! Plus, lunches and dinners together will be a perfect chance to unwind and strengthen our connections. Looking forward to the week ahead and everything we’ll accomplish together! #MSCA #HorizonDECADES #REA #ResearchImpactEU #H2021 #Research #Innovation #DES #Catalysts #Sustainability #biocatalysis #Science #PhDLife #DeepEutecticSolvents #DES #EU #HorizonEurope #Networking #ScienceAndInnovation #Groningen

🚀 Scientists from Palacký University Olomouc and the Technical University of Ostrava (VSB-TUO), in collaboration with colleagues from China, have discovered a groundbreaking method for developing a new generation of antibiotics. 🧑🔬 😷 These antibiotics not only combat a wide range of bacteria but also effectively prevent the development of bacterial resistance. By employing atomic engineering, the researchers transformed manganese—a trace element vital for human health—into a potent antibiotic by embedding it in the structure of chemically modified graphene. Tests conducted on animal models have demonstrated the material’s significant potential, particularly in localized therapies such as wound healing. The discovery has been published in the prestigious journal Advanced Materials, and the team has filed a European patent to safeguard their innovation. You can find more at https://lnkd.in/epv8XhkW or read the paper 👉 https://lnkd.in/esSFjQXY. Vysoká škola báňská - Technická univerzita Ostrava Centrum energetických a environmentálních technologií VŠB-TUO IT4Innovations National Supercomputing Center Projekt Refresh #TECHSCALE Michal Otyepka Zoppellaro Giorgio Rostislav Langer David Panacek Ales Panacek Markéta Paloncýová Tomáš Malina Veronika Šedajová Martin Šrejber Aristides Bakandritsos

𝟯️⃣ [ 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗩𝗛𝗛 𝗧𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗕𝗢𝗫 ] 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗮𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝘆𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗯𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀®🔬    Our 𝗩𝗛𝗛 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗯𝗼𝘅 continues to push boundaries in the field of Tau research! This spring, our synthetic nanobodies were highlighted in the Journal of Biological Chemistry (April 2024). The study from Isabelle Landrieu’s lab and collaborators explores how these nanobodies provide crucial insights into Tau folding, structural dynamics, and activity relationships. ➡️ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁? We’re excited to share that more VHHs are in development! Clément DANIS and Elian Dupre, with the support of our PhD network European Network TauImmune, are working on new anti-Tau nanobodies that will further expand the capabilities of our toolbox.  𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴-𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗯𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 ! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eKYNXnDv #Innovation #Biotechnology #Nanobodies #Tau #ScientificResearch #HybrigenicsServices #SyntheticNanobodies #TauResearch 

👋❗ Tomorrow, Thursday June 6th, Iñigo Urteaga (Ikerbasque Research Fellow at  #BCAM) will participate at the CIC bioGUNE - Ikerbasque Scientific seminar series for emerging group leaders in Euskadi. The talk will be on generative, probabilistic machine learning for biomedical applications: incorporating scientific knowledge into data-driven learning. Talk abstract: This talk explores the power of probabilistic and generative machine learning in unlocking data-driven insights, within and beyond the biosciences. We will explore the foundations of probabilistic and generative learning, emphasizing their ability to quantify uncertainty in data ---crucial for scientific rigor. We will argue that probabilistic and generative modeling enables incorporation of scientific knowledge into machine learning models. 🩸 💻 🔬 Drawing on his recent and ongoing research, Urteaga will showcase two success stories within the context of female menstrual health. These examples demonstrate the flexibility of integrating domain-specific knowledge into machine learning, paving the way for broader applications within the biosciences. By bridging the gap between observed data and scientific knowledge, we unlock the potential for more robust and interpretable models, generating new scientific understanding. Event information: https://lnkd.in/d3XvjgBf

João Carlos Sequeira – Uncovering the role of conductive #nanomaterials on #anaerobic digestion   17.10.2024 / 10h00 / Sala de Atos (CA-02-00-32-23) of Universidade do Minho, Azurém Campus, Guimarães.   João Carlos Sequeira, researcher of the ENV2B and BISBI Groups at #CEB, developed his #PhD Project, whose final thesis he will now defend, on the topic “Uncovering the role of conductive nanomaterials on anaerobic digestion".   #Conductive nanomaterials (CNM) accelerate anaerobic #digestion (AD), and the project explored the effects of #CNMs on anaerobic communities. To achieve this, several #bioinformatics tools were developed – #UPIMAPI, #reCOGnizer, and #KEGGCharter – which enable the functional annotation of #genes and the visualisation of #metabolic maps. The integration of these tools into #MOSCA, a meta-omics data #analysis pipeline, facilitated the study's analysis, revealing complex interactions between #methanogenic organisms and fatty acid-degrading organisms. The results showed that the materials had the most significant impact on methanogenic microorganisms and #interspecies relationships. The support effect appears to be important, as it is linked to the acceleration of #methane production.   More information here: www.lkme.pt/wnWAv

🧬 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗵-𝗦𝘄𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗹 Our CSO, Dr. Frank Plöger, was participating as a panelist at the prestigious Synthetic and Engineering Biology British-Swiss Summit in Bristol. This summit is a collaborative initiative, bringing together academic and industry leaders from the UK and Switzerland to explore cutting-edge developments in synthetic and engineering biology. During the session on Bioprocessing and Scale-Up, Frank and fellow experts delved into critical topics, including: 🔹 How rapid advancements in synthetic and engineering biology are expanding the possibilities of bioprocess technologies in the healthcare space. 🔹 Current challenges in bioprocessing concerning new modalities and the complexities of reproducibility and standards/metrology. 🔹 Scale-up challenges from an investment perspective. 🔹 Educating and collaborating with relevant communities, including academics, to address knowledge and skills gaps in bioprocessing and scale-up. We are thrilled to contribute to these important discussions and look forward to continuing our efforts in bridging the gap between research and development in the life sciences. Special thanks to Anike Te from Lucideon for the invitation 👏 Tim Heinemann Oliver Dovey Helen Stubbs Pugin #SyntheticBiology #EngineeringBiology #Bioprocessing #HealthcareInnovation #Biotechnology #LifeSciences #Innovation #Investment

📸 In the picture: the FUNIMAT and MUPOMAT teams in action. 🚀 ICMol at #ScienceForIndustry2025: Innovation and Technology Transfer The Institute of Molecular Science (ICMol) participated in Science for Industry 2025, a key event held on January 29-30, focused on promoting a knowledge-based economic model as a driver of progress. This gathering highlighted the crucial role of Deep Science in enhancing European competitiveness and accelerating the transfer of transformative technologies. 📍 At the SOMMa Alliance space, ICMol, together with its research groups MUPOMAT and FUNIMAT, presented two cutting-edge prototypes that contribute to scientific and technological advancements: 🔹 Porous Materials for Environmental Sustainability (MUPOMAT) The team led by Emilio Pardo Marín, with Jesús Ferrando Soria and Thais Maria Grancha Marco, showcased hybrid metal-organic porous materials (MOFs) designed to capture emerging water contaminants. These materials provide a compact, efficient, and scalable solution to address water pollution, with unique adaptability to meet specific client needs. 🔹 PhotoSpinner: Accelerating Photochemistry (FUNIMAT) Researchers Sergio Tatay Aguilar and Garin Escorcia Ariza presented the PhotoSpinner, a 3D-printed photoreactor designed to accelerate and standardize the discovery of new photochemical reactions. Its compact and versatile design makes it an ideal tool for research in heterogeneous media, providing access to advanced technologies at a reduced cost. 🌟 SOMMa Alliance and Innovation Transfer Both prototypes are featured in the SOMMa Centers and Units of Excellence Innovation Catalog, a network that brings together Spain’s leading scientific institutions. As an active member of this alliance, ICMol continues to spearhead projects that bridge cutting-edge science with knowledge transfer, fostering progress and innovation. 🔗 Explore the full catalog of prototypes presented at the event: go.uv.es/4G8umwt #DeepScience #Innovation #TechnologyTransfer #ICMol #SOMMa #ScienceForIndustry #WeAreICMol

Today, our very own Julius Muno had the privilege of attending and presenting at the Kuhner shaker Germany Conference hosted by Hochschule München University of Applied Sciences. The event brought together leading minds in bioprocess engineering to explore advancements in orbital shaking technology and online monitoring. During our talk, we showcased SBI's cutting-edge technology in online monitoring of biomass, dissolved oxygen (DO), fluorescence and more in shake flasks. We also introduced our latest innovation: the DO Sensor Pill for cell culture, a game-changer for real-time data in bioprocess monitoring in cell culture applications. The conference topics, from hydrodynamics in microplates to machine learning in media optimization, highlighted the growing need for smarter tools in bioprocessing – tools that SBI is proud to develop and deliver. A big thank you to the organizers - Prof. Dr. Robert Huber, Dr. Tibor Anderlei, Dr. Wouter Duetz, and Markus Landenberger - and all the brilliant participants who made this conference a success! #Bioprocessing #Innovation #CellCulture #DissolvedOxygen #ScientificBioprocessing

🚀 Let’s discover the 3 most viewed start-ups of last December on KS platform! 🍽️ AR-IOS proposes the application of an innovative system for microbial inactivation using pulsed electric fields (PEF). This would allow consumers to purchase food products with excellent organoleptic characteristics at a lower cost (referring entity: ENEA) 👉 https://lnkd.in/dravRXSB ♻️ The mission of #RePET is to enhance polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling through a innovative green chemical methodology (referring entity: Sapienza Università di Roma) 👉 https://lnkd.in/dDXXkp58 ⚙️ GeDy TrAss provides engineers with software that allows them to design a transmission in detail and quickly (referring entity: Politecnico di Torino) 👉 https://lnkd.in/dZtN-ywB