In San Diego, BASF has sold its Spartec bioenergy enzyme portfolio to Lallemand subsidiaries Danstar Ferment AG and Lallemand Specialties Inc. Terms of the deal, which also includes related technologies in development, were not disclosed. Business activities and associated employees were transferred to Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits on June 1. LBDS, a leading global […]
In San Diego, University of California San Diego and Algenesis have developed a new biobased thermoplastic urethane to help address pervasive microplastics in the environment. In a study published recently in Scientific Reports, the team proved that tiny plastic particles from their new TPU rapidly biodegraded under home composting conditions. They discovered that even common […]
In San Diego, health and wellness company Cymbiotika has launched a plant-based dish soap that is also “naturally moisturizing.” The launch is a “testament to the brand’s dedication to providing consumers with products that prioritize health and the environment,” according to a company press release. The dish soap is crafted “with a meticulous blend of […]
