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At BioWell, we believe in the power of biology. "Nature is the world's greatest chemist, and human ingenuity knows no bounds. By building on existing organisms with cutting-edge science, we have the chance to build a thriving bioeconomy, reduce damage to the planet, and radically transform lives." We hope that you will join us in the journey. #bioeconomy #innovation #powerofbiology

Thrilled to share my thesis, 'Assessment and Characterization of Petroleum Degrading Bacteria in Petroleum Polluted Soils and Their Contribution to Bioremediation.' This work highlights the incredible potential of microbes in restoring polluted environments. As a microbiologist and renewable energy enthusiast, I believe innovation and science can transform how we approach sustainability. I welcome feedback, collaboration, and ideas on applying this research to real-world challenges. Let’s work together toward a sustainable future! 🌍✨ #Bioremediation #SustainabilityScience #MicrobialInnovation #EnvironmentalRestoration #ResearchAndDevelopment #GreenEnergy #Microbiology #ClimateAction #CollaborationForChange

RealClearScience published an article, "How Industrial Biology Will Transform Our World." Authors Veronica Breckenridge and BioWell Executive Director Paul Palmer argue that "nature is the world's greatest chemist, and human ingenuity knows no bounds. By building on existing organisms with cutting-edge science, we have the chance to build a thriving bioeconomy, reduce damage to the planet, and radically transform lives." https://shorturl.at/QbQvy

🌊 Exciting discoveries in ocean science! 🌱 Stanford University researchers, led by Dr. Anne Dekas and Alexander Jaffe, have uncovered a groundbreaking adaptation in cyanobacteria—microbes responsible for oxygenating our planet billions of years ago. This research, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, highlights cyanobacteria with two forms of Rubisco enzymes working together to store carbon more efficiently. 🌍 This discovery could reshape how we understand ocean carbon storage, especially as climate change expands low-oxygen zones. It also opens the door for innovative applications in crop engineering, potentially improving efficiency and sustainability in agriculture. This type of scientific insight shows how nature's flexibility and resilience can inspire solutions for our planet’s most pressing challenges. A big thank you to everyone involved in advancing this important research! Let’s connect and discuss the implications of this discovery—whether you’re in climate science, biotechnology, or agriculture, the possibilities are vast! 🚀 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e-aJqA9k #ClimateSolutions #Sustainability #StanfordResearch #OceanScience #Cyanobacteria #CarbonStorage #AgricultureInnovation

The EU Bioremediation Cluster, comprising six cutting-edge projects—MIBIREM, SYMBIOREM Project, BIOSYSMO Project, Nymphe, EDAPHOS, and ISLANDR Horizon EU—showcased the immense potential of bioremediation in creating healthier soils, cleaning up groundwater, and improving air quality through natural processes and microorganisms. 🌍 To all EU decision-makers and stakeholders in Environmental Research, we present our unified stance: Environmental Biotechnology, once in its infancy, has blossomed thanks to advancements in Molecular Biology, Systems Biology, and Synthetic Biology. This has led to significant achievements in cleaning up municipal and industrial wastewater and combating soil pollution. However, the journey doesn't end here. 🔬 Key Insights: - Scaling Up Bioremediation: Tackling challenges like antibiotic resistance and endocrine disruptors. - Integrated Knowledge Base: Developing interdisciplinary solutions through common platforms and databases. - Public Health & One Health Approach: Preventing pollution and addressing environmental degradation for better human health. - Need for Funding & Support: Urging the EU to prioritize environmental biotechnology in future programs. Read the call below! #MissionSoil #EUResearch #BioBio2024

#ClimateChange | 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 | Scientists from EPFL, led by researcher Dr. Hannes Peter, in collaboration with various European universities, uncovered the effects of rising treelines on high-altitude and high-latitude lakes. The study presents the first-ever detailed mapping of the Alpine treeline progression and its implications at a molecular level. Field experiments in Northern Finland and Austria, along with lab tests, were conducted to study the response of lake bacteria to organic carbon from diverse soil types. The findings suggest that as treelines rise, the dissolved organic matter in these lakes changes and affects how the bacteria process the organic carbon, leading to increased CO2 emissions. This revelation highlights the necessity for more research into the potential environmental impact of the extra carbon produced and provides an insight into how rising treelines can influence lake ecosystems. 👉 Learn more >> https://lnkd.in/gZtz8MHD 👉 Original publication >> https://lnkd.in/gaPXVuJt 🇨🇭 Follow #ScienceSwitzerland for the latest news and emerging trends on Swiss science, technology, education, and innovation >> www.swissinnovation.org Follow us >> Science-Switzerland #Science | #Education | #Research | #Innovation

📣 Call for proposals! Today we’re launching funding calls for our new programmes, Forecasting Tipping Points and Synthetic Plants. 🌍 Forecasting Tipping Points 🌍 This programme aims to develop an early warning system for climate tipping points capable of equipping the international community with the information, understanding + time we need to build resilience and accelerate proactive climate adaptation. We’ll aim to develop affordable and sustainable sensing systems, to be tested in a coordinated multi-year field campaign, whose data can be integrated with advances in physics- and AI-driven models to push the frontiers of knowledge for climate tipping points. If successful, we’ll demonstrate a ‘proof of concept’ for a system that can forecast when tipping points for the Greenland ice sheet and Subpolar Gyre are likely to be crossed, more accurately establish the societal and economic consequences, and empower decision makers to prepare accordingly. Find out more and apply: https://lnkd.in/eG6ZtMrX 🌱 Synthetic Plants 🌱 This programme will unite expertise in synthetic biology and plant biology to research pathways towards a new generation of major crops that are more productive, resilient, and sustainable, and can help meet the future needs of humankind. We’ll aim to develop synthetic chromosomes + chloroplasts that are viable in living plants, moving beyond today’s cutting edge breeding and crop engineering capabilities to imbue plants with new functionalities. We’re looking to fund researchers from a range of disciplines, from genetics to systems biology, working across academia, public labs and industry/private sector. Find out more and apply: https://lnkd.in/e_RTD2jF

The Future of Microalgae Research and Its Transformative Potential🧪🌱 🌱 As we stand at the crossroads of sustainability and innovation, microalgae research emerges as a beacon of hope with its profound potential to address some of our planet's most pressing challenges. The journey of microalgae, from being simple organisms to pivotal elements in biotechnology, is nothing short of remarkable. But what does the future hold for microalgae research?🤔 Cutting-edge Genetic Engineering: 🧪🔬🧬 By manipulating their genetic makeup, scientists aim to optimize microalgae for higher biofuel yields, better nutritional profiles, and increased carbon capture capabilities. Revolutionary Bioreactor Designs: The evolution of bioreactor technology is set to redefine microalgae cultivation. Innovations are focusing on maximizing space efficiency, light exposure, and nutrient delivery, making large-scale production more feasible and cost-effective. Lgem | synalgae Synoxis Algae 💧 Wastewater Treatment and Bio-remediation: Microalgae's role in environmental cleanup is gaining momentum. Through bioremediation projects, microalgae can treat wastewater, removing harmful pollutants and recovering valuable nutrients. Proalgaetech 🌍 Climate Change Mitigation: Perhaps one of the most critical roles of microalgae research is its contribution to combating climate change. By efficiently capturing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen, microalgae cultivation could play a significant role in reducing atmospheric CO2 levels. As we look forward, the prospects of microalgae research are not just promising; they are essential. Let's discuss: What do you see as the most exciting development in microalgae research? How can industries and communities get involved in this green revolution? #microalgae #cultivation #photobioreactors #environmental #food #protein #sustainable #co2 #climatechange #technology #geneticengineering #eu4health #eucommission Proalgaetech

We’re thrilled that our first funding call for Forecasting Tipping Points is now live. We’re looking to create an early warning system capable of more accurately predicting when major parts of the Earth's climate systems might tip – and empowering the international community to accelerate adaptation. Despite the potentially severe impact of events like the melting of the Greenland Ice Sheet or the weakening of the Subpolar Gyre circulation, we’re poorly equipped to map the long-term ramifications or future risk of runaway change. Our best climate models are computationally expensive and still do not include all the basic processes to confidently predict when a system will tip, what the consequences will look like, and over what timescales they will unfold. As medical physicists, Sarah and I have spent our careers translating developments in diagnostics into usable information for doctors, so they can better treat disease. We hope this programme will help us better diagnose the challenges facing the planet, providing decision makers with the requisite information to respond accordingly. Find out more about the programme and how to get involved below 👇

Ben Bostick, a geochemist at Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, has said, “We think about how we can roll back our footprint, and not so much about how can we make our footprint bigger in a positive way.” Biology offers enormous potential as a tool to develop microbial and plant-based solutions to remediate and restore our environment. Advances in synthetic biology are unlocking this potential, enabling the design of tailor-made organisms for bioremediation. Laboratory automation has certainly helped syn-bio grow. Every application demands a different workflow, so a complete synthetic biology and environmental remediation lab is set up for multiple applications and discovery. Learn more about Hudson Robotics’ Syn-Bio Lab Automation solutions here: https://lnkd.in/g_QDJpwS #labautomation #syntheticbiology #liquidhandling #colonypicking https://lnkd.in/gf687AaV