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Prebiotic sodas are redefining what soft drinks can be! Once seen as a wellness niche, they are now a fast-growing category that brings gut health, clean-label ingredients, and nostalgic flavors together in one can. This article, written by Disha Tripathi, explores how OLIPOP and Poppi are leading the charge, why PepsiCo’s entry marks a turning point, and how new product launches are accelerating the shift toward functional beverages. The future of soda is not about cutting back. It is about adding purpose and functionality to every sip. Read here: https://lnkd.in/dM_sUZxh Acknowledgements: OLIPOP PBC, poppi, PepsiCo, Tan Do Beverage, @Slice #BeverageInnovation #PrebioticSoda #FunctionalDrinks

Polymer additives are quietly reshaping the future of additive manufacturing. AM has already expanded from prototyping to full-scale production, and the next leap forward lies in tailoring polymers with functional additives. This feature for Sustainable Plastics (July/August issue), written by Shivani Srivastava, explores how next-gen additives are enabling precision microstructure control, improving recyclability, and unlocking application-specific performance across aerospace, healthcare, mobility, and consumer products. The next leap in additive manufacturing is not just about hardware. It is about materials science and engineering driving competitive advantage. Read here: https://lnkd.in/d5kucHzE Acknowledgements: Arkema, NanoXplore Inc., SABIC, Inslogic 3D, NatureWorks, Evonik, BYK Additives, Clariant, Reflow #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrinting #PolymerInnovation

Mitsui Chemicals Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Dangote Industries Limited and AAIC Holdings to explore comprehensive petrochemical collaboration in Nigeria. The partnership will leverage Mitsui Chemicals’ advanced materials expertise, Dangote’s large-scale refining and petrochemical operations including a 650,000 barrels per day refinery and three million tonnes per year of fertiliser capacity, as well as AAIC’s consulting and investment strengths. By combining technology, infrastructure, and investment capabilities, the collaboration aims to enhance domestic production, strengthen regional industrial foundations, and contribute to sustainable economic and social development across Africa. This initiative highlights the growing role of strategic partnerships and technology transfer in building resilient industrial ecosystems in emerging markets. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e_f9uzwS #Petrochemicals #AfricanIndustry #MitsuiChemicals #Dangote

The forgotten layer in wearable tech is finally coming into focus. While innovation has surged in biosensors, circuits and e-skin technologies, the skin–device interface has long lagged behind. Poor adhesion, discomfort and inconsistent readings remain barriers to performance, especially during long wear or intense activity. This feature for Med-Tech Insights, written by Shivani Srivastava, explores how bioinspired polymers are redefining skin integration. From gecko-patterned silicones and octopus-like suction surfaces to mucus-inspired hydrogels and biodegradable adhesives, researchers are engineering interfaces that move, breathe and adapt with the skin. Advances in silicone elastomers, hydrogels, polyurethane adhesives and biopolymer blends are delivering not just secure attachment, but also clean data, comfort and biocompatibility. The next wave of wearable innovation is not only about smarter sensors. It is about materials that make the human body part of the design equation. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dNch8m8z Acknowledgements: Epicore Biosystems, DuPont, AFWERX, PepsiCo (as the parent company to Gatorade) #WearableTech #Biosensors #PolymerInnovation #MedTech

Solid-state batteries are reshaping the future of energy storage. As demand grows for safer, faster-charging, and higher-density power solutions, researchers and companies are moving beyond conventional lithium-ion to solid electrolytes that unlock new performance frontiers. How nano-sulfide solid electrolytes with high ionic conductivity, lithium metal compatibility, and ultra-thin separator layers are enabling breakthroughs in applications from electric vehicles to aerospace and defense. High energy density, intrinsic safety, and global industry momentum are driving adoption, but success depends on precision materials science and scalable manufacturing. Solid-state innovation is not just about better batteries. It is about powering the next era of mobility and technology! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dDqRDMPb Acknowledging industry leaders: Ampcera, Toyota Motor Corporation, Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PPES), Samsung SDI America Inc., Solid Power, Inc., NGK INSULATORS, ProLogium Technology 輝能科技, Mitsubishi Corporation, Sumitomo Corporation, Ohara Corporation, BMW Group, Ford Motor Company #SolidStateBatteries #EnergyStorage #BatteryInnovation #EV

Nestlé scientists have developed Muscle Repair+, a bioactive nutritional supplement designed to support muscle repair and regeneration. The formulation combines nicotinamide (vitamin B₃) and pyridoxine (vitamin B₆), which activate muscle stem cells and play a key role in the muscle recovery process. By enhancing muscle stem cell repair functions, Muscle Repair+ has the potential to support faster regeneration after exercise and help maintain long-term muscle health. This development reflects Nestlé’s commitment to advancing science-backed nutrition for active individuals and athletes. The research also underscores the growing role of targeted bioactive nutrients in sports nutrition, as consumers increasingly look for solutions that can deliver measurable performance and recovery benefits. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gBJAmruG #MuscleHealth #SportsNutrition #FoodandNutrition

Global packaging is entering a decisive chapter. Food and beverage drive a huge share of global packaging demand, but change is in the air. Plastic remains the dominant material, yet paper & board are rapidly gaining ground as sustainability targets tighten and regulations push for greener choices. This is no longer just about protecting products. It is about meeting consumer expectations, staying ahead of policy changes, and building resilient, future-ready supply chains. Industry leaders are rethinking portfolios, investing in eco-friendly technologies, and exploring innovative designs to align with a more circular economy. The winners will be those who can innovate at speed, scaling sustainable solutions without compromising performance or cost. #PackagingTrends #Sustainability #FoodAndBeverage

Next-gen sweeteners are reshaping food & beverage innovation. As consumers demand low-sugar products that don’t compromise on taste or texture, brands are exploring novel solutions from rare sugars to sweet proteins that deliver full sensory experiences with added functional benefits. In this feature for FoodBev Media, the article explores how ingredients like allulose, tagatose, brazzein and enzymatically produced stevia are enabling sugar-like performance in applications ranging from baked goods to beverages. With advancements in synthetic biology, enzymatic conversion and fermentation, formulators are overcoming long-standing challenges in sweetness potency, stability, bulk and labelling. Clean taste, gut-health positioning and global regulatory momentum are driving adoption, but success requires precision formulation and a deep understanding of both sensory science and food tech. Sweetener innovation is not just about sugar reduction. It's about redesigning the future of food. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ejtu9Zz2 Spotlight on: Sweegen, Oobli, Bonumose, Ingredion Incorporated, Matsutani America, Inc., Tate & Lyle, Cargill, dsm-firmenich, Roquette, Amyris #SweetenerInnovation #FunctionalIngredients #SugarReduction

With an increase in consumers looking for products with lower #sugar contents and a need to be transparent with #ingredients, finding the next generation of sweeteners can be a challenge. With natural extracts and bioengineered options, Suchita Arya, content specialist at ChemBizR, looks at how producers can deliver a sugar-like experience without negatively impacting the taste and texture consumers love. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ejtu9Zz2

SIBUR has begun installation of a polypropylene production line at its Amur Gas Chemical Complex (Amur GCC), marking a major step toward becoming one of the world’s largest polymer production hubs. A 20-ton purification column was recently delivered, with the facility now 82% complete. Once operational, Amur GCC will produce 2.7 million tonnes of polymers annually, including 2.3 million tonnes of polyethylene and 0.4 million tonnes of polypropylene. The complex is strategically located near the Chinese border, positioning SIBUR to serve both domestic and Asian markets with large-scale volumes. Polyethylene production is expected in 2026, followed by polypropylene in 2027. The installation marks another step in the growing shift of polymer production capacity toward Asia, reflecting long-term trends in regional demand, trade realignment, and supply chain diversification. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gmzcFwUh #Polypropylene #Petrochemicals #Polymers #SIBUR #AmurGCC