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Biochar fertiliser, microwave-driven catalysts, and DNA sequencing of airborne germs: Open Innovation Weekly 04.02.26

Biochar fertiliser, microwave-driven catalysts, and DNA sequencing of airborne germs: Open Innovation Weekly 04.02.26

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Free webinar TOMORROW: green mobility in 2026

How are innovators decarbonising transport systems, and how can corporates get involved? Join us on 4th February to find out…
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What’s in store for climate tech in 2026?

Despite a tumultuous financial and political environment globally, the need for solutions to climate challenges like water scarcity and energy storage has never been greater.
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Future Now episode 5: Climate tech trends, carbon capture breakthroughs, and 2026 Earthshots
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Renewable heat solutions for heavy industry

This model provides thermal energy storage without the need for costly upfront investment…
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Eco-friendly bioplastic that self-heals

Researchers found that spoons made from the material safely broke down in the soil in under 30 days…
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Bioengineered silk, window-cleaning robots, and anti-bacterial enzymes: Open Innovation Weekly 28.01.26

Catch up on the latest news from the global open innovation network…
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Building smarter office spaces with AI

How could micro-scale occupancy data support more efficient workplace design?
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An AI wearable boosts elderly preventative care

The device uses onboard data processing to reduce the need for high-speed internet and frequent recharging…
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Innovation Leaders: Gaurav Shah, Associate Director – Innovation and Business Development, NOVUS

Applying open innovation principles to the animal feed industry…
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Grocery ‘ShopBots’ revolutionise online orders

Purpose‑built robots assemble orders with near‑perfect accuracy, reducing substitutions, labour costs, and waste…
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A ‘digital foreman’ streamlines construction admin

These AI tools are helping Europe’s tradespeople save time, cut waste, and work smarter…
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Ocean-degradable plastic cuts microplastic pollution

Researchers in Japan have created a cellulose-based material that fully breaks down in seawater…
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Innovation Leaders: Sander de Haas, CTO/Regreening Expert, Justdiggit

How digital innovation can be delivered with limited in-house resources…
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The top 5 ocean conservation solutions

Having come into effect last week, we've collated some of our favourite innovations that can help turn the High Seas Treaty into action…
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Can AI transform construction workflows?

This software vastly speeds up building design, cutting the time and manpower needed for large projects…
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Seaweed coffee cups, deep-sea desalination, and bioplastics on farms: Open Innovation Weekly 20.01.26

Catch-up on the latest news in the open innovation ecosystem…
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Wearable ultrasound monitors chronic conditions

In a world first, researchers are developing wearable ultrasound tech for real-time health tracking…
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AI phone therapy supports brain health

This remote rehabilitation programme helps fight cognitive decline without apps or in-person clinics…
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Enzyme helps turn CO2 into valuable raw materials

This enzyme helps transform carbon dioxide into an important precursor chemical for many industrial processes…
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Carbon catalyst cleans antibiotic pollution

A seaweed catalyst could offer a greener way to clean polluted water and prevent antibiotic resistance…