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It started as a germ of an idea, or rather a little predatory mite in this case. Koppert’s pioneer, Paul's father, Jan Koppert, noticed that chemical sprays were ineffective against the mites in his cucumber crop and set out to find a natural solution. One that would last for a very long time… Read the whole story: how a small predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today! https://lnkd.in/eMGPx7Xv #NothingbeatsOriginal #biocontrol #cropprotection

Hi, my LinkedIn friends, Since the time we started working on the sensor technology for soil nutrient monitoring, we have been reading about various protocols, methods, soil extractants, etc, for different soil parameters. Today I thought to get some insights on the widespread nitrogen testing Kjeldahl method. The Kjeldahl method, named after its Danish inventor Johan Kjeldahl, is a classic technique for determining nitrogen content in various samples. It involves digestion, distillation, and titration. Could you tell me why it continues? Perhaps because it’s like an old library—full of wisdom, meticulously cataloged. Its accuracy and versatility make it a stalwart companion for scientists and food analysts. Question: What is the Kjeldahl method, and why has it stood the test of time? What is the future? #soiltest #organicfarming #precisionagriculture

Cold plasma technology for food preservation is an innovative method that has garnered significant attention in recent years. Cold plasma refers to a partially ionized gas that contains a mixture of ions, electrons, and neutral particles. It is generated by applying a high voltage electrical field to a gas, typically air. Cold plasma technology holds promise for food preservation, there are still challenges to be addressed, including scaling up production, optimizing treatment parameters for different food products, and ensuring regulatory approval for use in the food industry. Nonetheless, ongoing research and development in this field are likely to lead to further advancements and applications of cold plasma technology for food preservation. https://lnkd.in/dcpJfrhP #Kerone #Coldplasma #sterilisation ##Systems

Cold plasma technology for food preservation is an innovative method that has garnered significant attention in recent years. Cold plasma refers to a partially ionized gas that contains a mixture of ions, electrons, and neutral particles. It is generated by applying a high voltage electrical field to a gas, typically air. Cold plasma technology holds promise for food preservation, there are still challenges to be addressed, including scaling up production, optimizing treatment parameters for different food products, and ensuring regulatory approval for use in the food industry. Nonetheless, ongoing research and development in this field are likely to lead to further advancements and applications of cold plasma technology for food preservation. https://lnkd.in/dVA3tDgn #Kerone #Coldplasma #sterilisation #Systems

Degradable tableware refers to tableware that can undergo biochemical reactions under the action of natural environmental microorganisms (bacteria, mold, algae) and enzymes, causing external mold to change to internal quality, ultimately forming carbon dioxide and water. buff.ly/424kcFg #Biodegradableplastics #marineenvironment #microplastics #hydrolysis #plasticadditives #ecologicalrisks #microbial

Interesting news Article on BBC Breakfast this morning. I think it goes someway to answering the question "When can producing Blueberry Muffins be R&D for tax relief?" When they are being developed from converted Green Algae, that has been through a proprietary biological engineering process to convert into a protein rich powder, that can be used as an egg and milk substitute!! #BlueberryMuffins #RandD #RnDTaxCredits

Degradable tableware refers to tableware that can undergo biochemical reactions under the action of natural environmental microorganisms (bacteria, mold, algae) and enzymes, causing external mold to change to internal quality, ultimately forming carbon dioxide and water. buff.ly/424kcFg #Biodegradableplastics #marineenvironment #microplastics #hydrolysis #plasticadditives #ecologicalrisks #microbial

OdorCap 5700 addresses odor problems from 2 sides: degrading organic compounds and enabling biological alternatives to the sulfate respiratory pathway. Read the application sheet to learn more: https://ow.ly/ZEF550UxYiW #application #facilitymanagement #wastewater

Fermentation is a process where organic molecules are broken down anaerobically - in the absence of oxygen. That breaking down is catalyzed by bioreactors like bacteria or yeast, which turn one substance into another. Industrial fermentation starts just like fermenting things at home. Even when we use our 2,000L tank or our 30,000 liter fermenter, we start with a "seed" - just like creating a sourdough starter! Learn more about fermentation, including the organisms we use and some of our sites pioneering single use bioreactors. https://lnkd.in/e_WdzCKr #fermentation #microbialfermentation #bioreactors #sciencefriday #funsciencefriday #science #pharmamanufacturing

Natural products refer to the composition and metabolites of plants, animals, or microorganisms. Possessing features including versatile structure, complex components, and low levels of active ingredients, natural products present huge challenges for purification tasks. From this article you will learn: Application of chromatographic technique in natural products https://lnkd.in/gJCM-2Re #Bestchrom #chromatography #purification