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Sirrus Synthesizes New Bio-Based Monomer

Sirrus has successfully synthesized its ChemilianTM 1,1 di-substituted alkenes using Lygos’ “bio-DEM”.

May 13, 2016

This marks the first known synthesis and purification of this class of monomers using bio-based malonate esters at laboratory scale.

Advancing Adhesives

Spider Silk Brings Adhesive Opportunities

Spider silk has the potential for industrial use in applications including ligament and tendon repair, advanced coatings, and bioadhesives.

May 2, 2016

Utah State University recently received a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contract with Salt Lake City-based Technology Holding LLC from the U.S. Army to continue research and development of spider silk manufacturing.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Henkel Makes Top News With Patent Announcement

Last week, readers were most interested in news about Henkel’s patent news.

Teresa McPherson

May 2, 2016

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

Green Biologics Signs Acme-Hardesty as Distributor

Green Biologics Inc. recently announced a distribution agreement with Acme-Hardesty for n-butanol and acetone.

April 28, 2016

Acme-Hardesty reportedly will focus its efforts on marketing renewable n-butanol and acetone.

MHG Appoints Croskrey CEO

Stephen Croskrey will take over all duties of the role effective immediately.

April 25, 2016

One of Croskrey’s first undertakings is reportedly to expand the PHA pilot biorefinery.

Emery Oleochemicals Opens Technical Center

Emery Oleochemicals recently completed its new, 7,500-sq-ft Technical Development Center.

April 7, 2016

The center will also serve as the center for Emery Oleochemicals’ Eco-Friendly Polyols business for bio-based materials.

Comet Biorefining Receives Grant for Bio-Based Chemicals Plant

March 8, 2016

Comet Biorefining Inc. recently announced it has received a grant of CA$10.9 million.

Focus On

Sticking with Science

A new company spun off from the research labs of Carnegie Mellon University is commercializing gecko-inspired dry adhesives.

Aimee DeLuca

February 1, 2016

Scientists and engineers have long used biomimicry as a way to find solutions to today’s problems in nature. For example, studying shark skin has led to new materials that bacteria cannot attach to, birds and bats have inspired aircraft design, and investigating plant leaves has resulted in light absorption efficiency innovations in solar panels.

Solvay Subsidiary Receives Sustainable Certification

December 7, 2015

Solvay recently announced that its subsidiary has received certification from the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials for the production of Epicerol.

Solvay Subsidiary Receives Sustainable Certification

December 3, 2015

Solvay recently announced that its subsidiary has received certification from the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) for the production of Epicerol.