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Seeking kerbside recyclable alternative to our flexible plastic bags used in frozen food cooking for microwave usage

• Posted by Nomad Foods
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• Project Size : 0 - 50,000 €

As a global market leader in frozen foods, Nomad Foods is seeking to future-proof our packaging portfolio by identifying sustainable, kerbside-recyclable alternatives to our current flexible plastic bags. The solution must withstand continuous storage at -18°C and meet RecyClass RAM Grade A or B criteria, specifically optimized for the UK recycling infrastructure. We prioritize materials that can be integrated into existing manufacturing lines and are supported by case studies of successful market implementation. The ideal solution should be scalable across our global brand footprint.

Seeking Solutions for Repair and Protection of Enamel and Dentin

• Posted by The Procter & Gamble Company
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• Project Size : 250,000 - 1,000,000 €

A product that delivers significant and long lasting repair to damaged tooth enamel and dentin

Seeking a next generation material for safe Microwave, Oven and Air Fryer cooking from frozen

• Posted by Nomad Foods
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• Project Size : 0 - 50,000 €

As a global market leader in the frozen food sector, Nomad Foods is seeking advanced material solutions capable of maintaining structural and chemical integrity across an extreme thermal lifecycle: from deep-freeze storage at -18°C to active cooking in microwaves, air fryers, and conventional ovens (up to 220°C). The material must not adversely affect the product in any way: Proposals must demonstrate that the material has zero organoleptic impact, ensuring no migration of taste, odor, or aroma to the food product throughout its lifecycle. To ensure the long-term sustainability of our packaging portfolio, the material must achieve a RecyClass Recyclability Assessment Method (RAM) rating of Grade A or B. This may be accomplished through the use of an appropriate barrier coating or by utilising an existing recyclable substrate. The packaging format remains open, though our preference is to identify solutions that could replace our current flexible plastic cook‑in pouches or trays. The technology we are seeking should be at the functional prototype stage. The proposed packaging format must enable a high-performance "cook-in-pack" solution for our consumers. This technology will facilitate steam-cooking directly within the bag, pouch, or enclosed material, preserving the nutritional integrity of the food. The material must offer high transparency, allowing consumers to see the product, allowing us to showcase our vibrant, high-quality ingredients, emphasizing the premium nature and freshness of the Nomad Foods portfolio.

Patterned surfaces for physical entrapment of drug particles

• Posted by UACOOPERA University of Aveiro from uacoopera
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• Patents for licensing

Easy-to-apply device composed of a transdermal patch with microsize patterns such as micropillars, able to efficiently entrap the maximum amount of drug particles at the microscale and release them in a controlled and sustained manner. The maximum amount of entrapped drug microparticles is enabled by the similarity between the micropillars spacing in the patch and the microparticles diameter, enhancing the dose of the therapeutic compound administrated, decreasing the need of frequently replacing the patch.

Point-Cloud Modeling for High-Resolution 3D Facial Recognition

• Posted by Georgetown University
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• Innovative Products and Technologies

This technology addresses the challenge of identifying individuals from low-quality security camera footage. Traditional systems struggle with partial facial captures and obscured features due to the camera's focus on broad areas. This technology collects facial features across multiple images, determining the face's angle to the camera and extracting images to form a comprehensive set. These images are then transformed into a high-resolution 3D point cloud model. Unlike existing methods, this approach provides a dense, detailed facial representation, improving identification accuracy. This model can directly facilitate recognition or be converted back into a facial image, offering superior resolution. The system's intelligent sampling varies resolution based on feature significance, and is able to optimize computation.

Alternative source of fresh drinking water for Beverage Bottling Plants

• Posted by Allan M Olbur from Green Technology Global, Inc.
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• Innovative Products and Technologies

The water quality in specialty beverages plays a huge role in the finished product. Without a proper filtration process, you could be letting unwanted minerals and bacteria alter the taste and look of your drink.