Spinnova’s Innovative Fiber Technology
Spinnova’s fiber technology introduces a fundamentally new methodology for producing fibers from cellulosic- and residual raw materials, setting it apart from traditional man-made cellulose-based fibers. Unlike established processes for creating man-made fibers such as viscose and lyocell, Spinnova employs a mechanical transformation process that eliminates the requirement for harmful chemicals and solvent recovery systems.
From lab to pilot scale: Bio-LUSH advances fibre and nanofibre production at Empa
From 26–28 May, the Bio-LUSH consortium gathered in Dübendorf, Switzerland, for the project’s General Assembly, hosted by Empa – the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology. The meeting marked an important milestone for Bio-LUSH, as partners demonstrated concrete progress in scale up od fibre and nanofibre production, from laboratory to pilot level.
What the New EU Bioeconomy Strategy Means for Europe’s Bio-Based Future and Where Bio-LUSH Fits In
When the European Commission released its Strategic Framework for a Competitive and Sustainable EU Bioeconomy (COM(2025) 960 final), it sent a clear message: the bioeconomy is no longer a future ambition, it is now a strategic pillar of Europe’s industrial, environmental, and economic direction.
Printing the Future: How Natural Materials Become 4D Materials
This blog is based on the recent review “4D Printing of Natural Materials” published in Sustainable Materials and Technologies (2025) by Beatriz Arsuffi and co-authors Tommaso Magrini, Mathilde Champeau, Gilberto […]
Bio-LUSH Lab Notes – Chapter 2: FCBA
As autumn sets in, our partners at FCBA are finding shelter from the shifting weather in their lab where the work is anything but still. Here, the focus is on cellulose nanofibers (CNF) and how these tiny yet mighty structures could shape the next generation of sustainable materials.
Empa’s Summer Lab Notes
Even in the summer months, our partners at Empa continue to explore new and innovative ways of making textiles and packaging materials more sustainable. In today’s update, they share fresh insights into processing plant-based fibers without compromising quality—or the planet.
Bio-LUSH at ECOSYSTEX Insights #15
On 13 June, Bio-LUSH joined the 15th edition of the ECOSYSTEX Insights Series, an online gathering of EU-funded projects working to steer the textile sector away from fossil-based materials and toward a more sustainable, bio-based future. This session spotlighted Bio-LUSH, POLYMERS-5B, and pHYBi, each exploring innovative uses for natural feedstocks, waste streams, and overlooked resources.
Rethink Waste – Close the Loop
Today, on Global Recycling Day, it’s time to rethink how we view waste. For too long, we’ve seen recycling as just a way to manage what we throw away—but there’s so much more at stake. It’s about closing the loop on materials and ensuring they stay in use for as long as possible.
Bio-LUSH Workshop “Co-Creating a Sustainable Future” in Biomass Utilization
On October 24th, 2024, the Bio-LUSH project hosted a milestone event: the Co-Creating a Sustainable Future – Stakeholder Insights and Innovation in Biomass Utilization Confirmation workshop. This workshop aimed to engage diverse stakeholders in identifying barriers and opportunities within the bio-based sector. It provided an opportunity to align Bio-LUSH’s activities with the real-world needs of farmers, industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers, all while driving progress toward a more sustainable bioeconomy.
Bio-LUSH at the CBE JU Stakeholder Forum – Shaping the Future of the European Bio-Based Sector
The Bio-LUSH project proudly participated in the first CBE JU Stakeholder Forum (CBESF23), held in Brussels on December 6–7, 2023. This landmark event delivered on its promise of sparking discussions about the future of Europe’s bio-based sector, showcasing groundbreaking innovations, and solutions to build a more sustainable future.