KU Leuven coordinates the RADAR project and contributes to the RADAR project with three research groups, advancing biomass conversion technologies and assessing environmental risks of new substances using innovative bioassays.
The University of Graz contributes to RADAR by developing scalable bio-based surfactants from lignocellulose and assessing the environmental and socio-economic impacts of replacing conventional chemicals.
RUG contributes to the RADAR project by identifying and optimizing enzymes for efficient biocatalytic transformations, building on prior expertise to support sustainable lignin valorization and industrial application.
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GECCO Biotech is developing sustainable biocatalytic processes to convert lignin oil into valuable chemicals like isoeugenol and ferulic acid, aiming to scale production and establish a renewable supply chain for key industrial applications.
Allnex is developing bio-based epoxy resins from lignin as a sustainable alternative to Bisphenol A for can coatings, aiming to reduce toxicity and carbon footprint in collaboration with AB InBev.
Apeiron-Team supports the RADAR project by leading the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) assessment and human risk evaluation, aiming to guide the development of safer chemicals and prevent regrettable substitutions during research and development.
P&G operates in about 70 countries, offering a wide range of trusted consumer brands, and is committed to reducing supply chain emissions through science-based approaches, including the development of renewable surfactants via the RADAR project to support sustainability and the circular economy.
BfR contributes to the RADAR project by developing human-centered, non-animal testing strategies using advanced cell and organoid cultures to assess chemical hazards.
DTU supports the RADAR project by developing advanced, scalable methods for assessing the environmental sustainability and toxicity of biobased chemicals, applying them to products like epoxy resins, flame retardants, and surfactants.
AB InBev is working to reduce its carbon footprint by developing renewable alternatives to fossil fuel-based coatings in aluminum cans, a key step toward sustainable packaging.
The Universidad San Jorge contributes to the RADAR project by evaluating the ecotoxicity of chemicals using aquatic biomodels and RNA-seq techniques.
Particula Group is responsible for converting carbohydrate and lignin side-streams into high-end organic fertilizers and biostimulants, while also assessing the sustainability of the RADAR project's value chains.
Normec OWS contributes to the RADAR project by testing the biodegradability and ecotoxicity of biobased chemicals in various environments, using New Approach Methodologies.
Syensqo contributes to the RADAR project by transforming early-stage concepts into practical prototypes and aims to develop sustainable, cost-effective routes to lignin-based building blocks for future production and application.
