After 4.5 years of intensive research, collaboration, and innovation, the BIOMAC Project has officially come to a successful close. Funded under the Horizon 2020 framework, BIOMAC brought together a diverse consortium of industrial leaders, research institutions, and technology developers to drive forward the development and adoption of bio-based nanomaterials and polymer nanocomposites across Europe.
At the heart of the project was the creation of a comprehensive Open Innovation Test Bed (OITB), a collaborative infrastructure designed to support industry stakeholders, especially SMEs, in scaling up sustainable material technologies from lab to market. The OITB offers a wide range of services, including material characterisation, pilot-scale processing, regulatory guidance, and life cycle analysis, providing critical support for innovations aligned with the circular bioeconomy.
As a key partner in the BIOMAC consortium, Creative Nano proudly contributed to several major technological milestones, particularly in the field of lignin-based nanomaterials:
Design and development of an ultrasound-assisted pilot line for the efficient and scalable production of lignin nanoparticles (LNPs). This novel process uses water as the only solvent, demonstrating a strong commitment to green chemistry and industrial sustainability.
Filing of a patent (EP4471093) for the ultrasound-assisted synthesis method, securing the intellectual property behind this innovative production technique and paving the way for commercialisation.
Publication of a CEN Workshop Agreement (CWA), a pre-standard document that sets quality and reproducibility benchmarks for the LNP production method. This achievement supports broader industry adoption by aligning with European regulatory and technical standards.
These efforts collectively advance the real-world application of bio-based nanomaterials in sectors such as packaging, agriculture, cosmetics, and biomedical technologies, offering high-performance solutions with significantly reduced environmental impact.
Creative Nano extends its heartfelt thanks to:
- Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) for their outstanding coordination of the BIOMAC project,
- The University of Edinburgh for graciously hosting the final project meeting, and
- All BIOMAC consortium partners for their commitment, expertise, and collaborative spirit throughout this ambitious journey.
As the BIOMAC project concludes, its legacy continues, through the technologies developed, the partnerships forged, and the foundation laid for a more sustainable and circular materials economy in Europe.
