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Be part of a relevant ecosystem focused on industrial biotechnology
dsm-ferminich is highly dedicated to contributing to a more sustainable economy and society. Already for 150 years, dsm-ferminich in Delft (previously Gist Brocades and Nederlandsche Gist en Spiritus Fabriek) has been a front runner in biotechnological innovations with global impact.
The board of dsm-ferminich has given its commitment to open its site in Delft for third parties active in biotechnology, and to share its knowledge and infrastructure to create an open innovation campus.
The dsm-ferminich Biotechnology Centre at the Biotech Campus Delft houses over 400 scientists with expertise in all areas of Biotechnology. Ranging from bioinformatics, analytics, fermentation, downstream processing and application. Collaborations and mentoring between Planet B.io and dsm-ferminich scientists is actively promoted. Moreover, dsm-ferminich can offer valuable commercial support and business opportunities.
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Interview | Bram Kerssemakers - Programme Manager Protein Port
Bram Kerssemakers recently joined the Planet B.io team as Programme Manager Protein Port. He will take responsibility on all activities within Protein Port, a network of companies, institutes and educational institutions aimed at strengthening and accelerating the protein transition. We had a talk with Bram about his career and experience.
Plant One new owner of Bioprocess Pilot Facility at Biotech Campus Delft
Plant One, an established pilot plant company specialized in sustainable production processes, will be the new owner of the Bioprocess Pilot Facility at Biotech Campus Delft. Plant One will further develop the current bioprocess facility into a full-service pilot plant for companies active in biobased and/or biotechnology processes, from SME's to multinationals. The deal was signed at the Biotech Campus Delft earlier today.
Paques Biomaterials | Natural alternatives to plastic
Plastic is everywhere and from its production to its disposal, plastic has a huge impact on our planet. In nature, plastics break down into small particles called microplastics, which accumulate in the food chain. Planet B.io’s resident Paques Biomaterials uses a variety of residual streams to create a biobased and biodegradable alternative to plastic: Caleyda®.