Nuno Pereira’s Post

So proud to be part of this output marking 20 yrs of #microplastics research, led by RICHARD THOMPSON OBE FRS What have we learnt? - Extensive evidence of substantial widescale environmental accumulation of microplastics - Evidence demonstrates ecological harm of microplastics - plastic pollution is human caused, but we, as humans, also hold the solutions to bring change. - Global policy measures cannot be delayed; action to reduce plastic production is vital Read more in our multidisciplinary review https://lnkd.in/e2peMuJC

Searching for the ultimate #adsorbent?🚨 Our partners at Hightech Zentrum Aargau AG highlight our innovative work in developing scalable #MOF-based solutions for #CarbonCapture. Our #MOFs have the potential to adsorb up to 10x more CO₂ than traditional materials, offering a revolutionary solution for industrial decarbonization. 👉 Read the full story here: https://hubs.ly/Q032qN5p0 #missioninnovation

🚄🧬 Innovation meets logistics: The cooperation between time:matters and Cellbox Solutions takes cell transport to the next level! 🧬🚄 For a long time, biotechnology was faced with the challenge of not finding suitable means of transport for #livingcellsystems, as freezing and thawing the cells usually harbours risks, as the sensitive biological material can be damaged or have its physiological properties altered in the process. This is where Cellbox Solutions, a spin-off of the Fraunhofer IMTE in Lübeck, comes in. Cellbox Solutions has developed innovative, transportable incubators with which living cells can be shipped internationally in excellent quality. 🔬❓Are you wondering how we transport this special box? One example is our #SamedayRail solution in cooperation with Deutsche Bahn. ⬇ Swipe through the images below to see the individual steps of the safe transportation. ⬇ The expertise of all involved and the advanced technology ensured that the cells reached their destination safely, making a significant contribution to the field of cell logistics. Additionally, the train courier service provided a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative, as the shipment was CO2-neutral with green electricity.🧬🔍 More Information: Sameday Rail: https://lnkd.in/gusAkdV3 Cellbox Solutions: https://lnkd.in/epG_yn5 #timematters #timemattersLifeSciences #CellboxSolutions #warmchain #livingcells #FraunhoferInstitute #samedayrail #Innovation #Research #MedicalResearch #transportusecase

Everyone in the Life Science Logistics World talks about "Cold Chain" Transports. But have you ever heard of "Warm Chain" Transports? We help transporting your cells within 28-38°C in a fast and reliable way. Interested to hear more about these solution? Feel free to reach out to me. #coldchain #warmchain #celltransports

Celebrate World Ocean Day with Laserline! 🌊 Today, we celebrate World Ocean Day, a global event dedicated to protecting and preserving our marine environments. In line with this mission, we want to share our groundbreaking research on using blue lasers as a sustainable solution against biofouling. 🔬 These are the key insights from our research: 🔹 Economic & Environmental Impact: Biofouling drastically increases fuel consumption and CO2 emissions significantly, leading to economic losses and environmental damage. For instance, a biofilm of just half a millimeter can increase fuel consumption by 25-30%. 🔹Challenges with Traditional Methods: Current antifouling techniques either harm marine life or damage ship coatings, making it less effective and sustainable. 🔹Innovative Solution: Our blue laser method shows promise in effectively removing marine growth without damaging surfaces or harming ecosystems. 🔹Successful Laboratory Tests: Laboratory tests using blue lasers have shown significant results, with the technology effectively killing both soft and hard marine growth. This prevents further biofouling and invasive species spread. 🔹Future Developments: The next step involves testing this technology on the hull of a ship in the North Sea. The goal is to develop scalable laser solutions that can clean large areas efficiently, paving the way for industrial application. Join us in our commitment to protecting our oceans while advancing maritime technology. 🌍 You can find more information in the following article (only available in German): https://lnkd.in/eEfYxuTX Or in our journal article (available in English): https://lnkd.in/e9qCqKR About the project: It is a joint project of the Fraunhofer IFAM, OFTEC Oberflächentechnik GmbH, Laserline GmbH and the Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. (LZH) on the North Sea Island of #Heligoland. Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz Projektträger Jülich (PtJ) | #Maritime #FoulLas #WorldOceanDay #BlueLaserTechnology #Biofouling #SustainableShipping #Innovation #MarineConservation #BlueLaser #Laserline #DiodeLaser

In terms of energy, safety and ecology, this is the best solution for cooling processes below -40°C. Alternatively, flammable (A2L and A3) refrigerants in combination with CO2 remain, because only yesterday I was informed again that no synthetic refrigerants with a sufficiently low global warming potential that meet the F-Gas Regulation (GWP <2500) will be available for below -40°C from 2025. And the Mirai can go even lower than conventional refrigeration systems.

It was great to present CellCircle at the first Battery Congress Bavaria and a big honor to be selected as highlight for the respective television broadcast! You can find the video in the media library of ARD: https://lnkd.in/eSuNp4us We are very motivated by the speech of our Bavarian Minister of Economic Affairs Hubert Aiwanger and want to support him in making prohibitions redundant via technology leadership. Our disruptive battery recycling solution can be one of the game changers – from an economic and ecological perspective!   Bayerisches Wirtschaftsministerium Bayern Innovativ GmbH Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research ISC #Sustainability #Mobility #Batteries #CircularEconomy #Innovation

Advanced materials like graphene are set to revolutionise industries and are quietly transforming our world. How? We’re about to tell you. 👩🔬 Pia Björk, Amaia Zurutuza and Johannes Homa reveal how these innovations are making the leap from lab to market and what it means for our future. 🎧 This week on #TalkInnovation, we’re giving you an insider’s look into the industries of the future. Tune in: https://lnkd.in/dSywQ2fk Graphenea Lithoz

Great news! Recently the project, Going Green with Graphene (G3), has entered an exciting new phase with the launch of G3-Demo. The new project with a total budget of 2.8 million SEK, is funded by Vinnova, Energimyndigheten and Formas, ett forskningsråd för hållbar utveckling, through SIO Grafen. Building on the foundation set by G3, which explored using graphene to enhance natural fiber composites, Linköpings universitet, RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, GRAFREN AB. Graphene that works. , Trifilon, X Shore and IMA will push further into real-world applications by developing a small scale boat hull using graphene-enhanced natural fibers. Learn more about G3-Demo through this link:  https://lnkd.in/dDKsRaAj  #Sustainability #Graphene #GreenInnovation #AdvancedMaterials #CircularEconomy

On Tuesday, the conference "Sodium-Ion Technology: Europe’s Battery Electric Future?" (Natrium-Ionen-Technologie: Europas batterieelektrische Zukunft?) took place at the fem in Schwäbisch Gmünd, where I had the honor of speaking alongside Prof. Dr. Maximilian Fichtner (Director of the Helmholtz Institute), Johannes Wanner (Fraunhofer IPA), Dietmar Schulz (Karle Recycling), and Dr. Şeniz Sörgel (fem). My talk focused on the 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦-𝐈𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 at VARTA and the challenges we need to overcome to commercialize this emerging technology. Sodium-ion cells are particularly interesting for home storage systems because they do not rely on 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐰 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 ⛏️, making them potentially more affordable. Additionally, they are expected to be 𝐓𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 ❄️ and capable of 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 ⚡, which makes them especially appealing for use with 𝐝𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐬 💹. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬: 👉 Battery recycling remains a significant challenge and needs to be better integrated into the development process. 👉 The safety of sodium-ion cells requires further investigation. It is still unclear whether they outperform today’s lithium-ion technologies. 👉 Prussian Blue analogs are widely recognized as promising cathode materials for sodium-ion technology. The difference between Prussian White, Prussian Blue, and Prussian Yellow lies in how much sodium is stored in their lattice structures. At 100% SOC, Prussian White is present, which transitions to Prussian Blue during discharge and finally to Prussian Yellow at full discharge. Fascinating! Many thanks to the other speakers and the fem Forschungsinstitut for organizing this event!