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Device to Attract and Trap Motile Aquatic Pathogens
The Caribbean region is considered a coral disease hotspot, with over 20 documented diseases and syndromes affecting over 20 species of corals. One motile marine pathogen family, Vibrionaceae, which is responsible for 50% of coral diseases, is strongly thermodependent, thus warming sea-surface temperatures, driven by pollution and global climate change,...
Published: 4/5/2025   |   Inventor(s): Liza Roger
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Category(s): Environmental, Environmental Remediation/Wastewater Treatment, Life Science (All LS Techs), Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical
Niobium (Nb)-Based Atomically Distributed Electrocatalysts for Water Electrolysis
Background Hydrogen (H2) offers a promising solution in the global energy transition toward net-zero-carbon, particularly for decarbonizing challenging sectors like long-distance transportation, heavy industries, and renewable energy storage. However, most hydrogen is now produced by large-scale natural gas reforming without carbon capture and storage. Water...
Published: 4/3/2025   |   Inventor(s): Zhaoyang Fan, Xueyan Lin
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Category(s): Physical Science, Environmental, Applied Technologies
Amine- and Ammonium-Modified Silicones for Direct Air Capture of CO2
Background The field of carbon dioxide (CO2) capture is rapidly growing due to an increasing need to effectively remove CO2 from the atmosphere. New technologies are currently being developed to target CO2 in various types of sources. One particular method of CO2 capture that has gained traction in recent years is membrane-based separation, which is...
Published: 3/6/2025   |   Inventor(s): Matthew Green, Klaus Lackner, Jae Sang Lee
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Physical Science, Environmental
System for Synergistic Air Detoxification and Food Production
Background Food and water shortages are leading to the development of new technologies aimed at sourcing these resources from the air. Atmospheric water harvesting is an emerging field where atmospheric moisture, such as fog and clouds, is collected to obtain liquid water from the atmosphere (in addition to traditional rainwater harvesting). Recent...
Published: 3/4/2025   |   Inventor(s): Pierre Herckes, Paul Westerhoff, Ferran Garcia-Pichel
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Category(s): Physical Science, Applied Technologies, Environmental
Light Scattering Fiber with Enhanced Side Emission for Photobioreactors
Executive Summary Photobioreactors are used to cultivate various photosynthetic microorganisms to produce useful materials such as biofuels, value added chemicals. These systems regulate key factors including light, temperature, carbon dioxide concentration, and nutrients. A key challenge with photobioreactors is getting enough light into the medium...
Published: 4/3/2025   |   Inventor(s): Xinyue Liu, Yijie Cheng
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Category(s): Environmental, Chemicals, Biotechnology, Photonics
Jellyfish Polyp Bait-Trap
As coastal or nearshore environments experience rising sea levels, warming and acidification in addition to pollution from upland watersheds, coastal cities, and industrial development, ecosystems are significantly impacted. While this is happening on a global scale, monitoring as well as solutions and mitigations need to be enacted at the local level....
Published: 4/3/2025   |   Inventor(s): Natalia Figueroa, Liza Roger, Cheryl Ames, Meghan Maloney, Katherine Buckley, Andre Morandini, José M. Figueroa Conde
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Category(s): Environmental, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Life Science (All LS Techs), Educational
Engineering Strategies to Improve Photosynthetic Efficiency
Plants, algae and certain bacteria utilize photosynthesis to convert sunlight, water, and CO2 into oxygen and energy, which is the material basis for most biological activities on earth. However, their photosynthetic efficiency is low compared to theoretical values. Therefore, boosting this photosynthetic efficiency even a little above normal can translate...
Published: 2/13/2025   |   Inventor(s): Arul Mozhy Varman, Abhishek Singharoy, Willem Vermaas, Aditya SARNAIK, Nima Hajinajaf
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Category(s): Alternative Energy/Biofuels/Bioplastics/Algae, Applied Technologies, Environmental, Nutraceuticals/Extracts, Photosynthetic Organisms & Culture Systems, Life Science (All LS Techs)
Porous Membranes from Polyelectrolyte Coacervates
­PRODUCT OPPORTUNITIES • Micro-, Ultra- and nanofiltration membranes suitable for • Water and wastewater treatment • Industrial and Process filtration • Food, Beverage & Pharmaceutical Processing PRODUCT OPPORTUNITIES COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES • Environmentally sustainable production without toxic solvents •...
Published: 2/13/2025   |   Inventor(s): Jessica Schiffman, Shao-Hsiang Hung
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Category(s): Environmental, Engineering, Material science, Physical Science, Food technology & plant science, Healthcare
BioCatSup (Biogenic Catalyst for Sulfur Polymerization)
Background Excess sulfur poses challenges in storage and management, contaminating soil and water, disrupting ecosystems, and hindering plant growth. Burning sulfur releases sulfur dioxide, a major air pollutant contributing to acid rain and respiratory issues. Therefore, managing excess sulfur involves finding sustainable uses to reduce its environmental...
Published: 2/13/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Masoumeh Mousavi
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Category(s): Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical, Physical Science, Environmental
Bio-Grafted Plastic Granules for Sub-Zero Soil and Subgrade Applications (BCPG-S)
Background Cement plays a vital role in the stabilization and enhancement of civil infrastructure performance, including foundations, pavement layers, bridges, pipelines, and dams. Its curing process, driven by water through cement hydration, is essential for developing concrete's strength and durability. However, in cold climates, the inherent...
Published: 2/13/2025   |   Inventor(s): Elham Fini, Farideh Pahlavan, Sand Aldagari
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Category(s): Physical Science, Advanced Materials/Nanotechnology, Environmental, Manufacturing/Construction/Mechanical
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