https://www.globalbiotechinsights.com/tag/280/biotechnology-and-bioinformatics IDTechEx provides independent analysis on the development and application of RFID, Printed Electronics, Photovoltaics and Energy Harvesting en Copyright (C) IDTechEx Ltd Substituting fossil fuel-based products with bio-alternatives is increasingly feasible as the development of new renewable feedstocks supports the commercial production of bio-based products including plastics, fuels and chemicals.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/bioplastics-and-biofuels-replacing-fossil-fuels-with-bio-feedstocks/35129?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/bioplastics-and-biofuels-replacing-fossil-fuels-with-bio-feedstocks/35129?rsst2id=280Thu, 13 Aug 2026 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) Wearable technology has the means to revolutionize health and wellbeing management, with the introduction of streamlined and miniaturized devices in recent years for diabetes management, assistive audio transcription, and general health stats access.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/accessible-healthcare-and-assistive-technology-with-wearables/35117?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/accessible-healthcare-and-assistive-technology-with-wearables/35117?rsst2id=280Fri, 07 Aug 2026 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) A world where plastic products are biodegradable and biofuels are increasingly available is one that would see far less harmful emissions being released into the atmosphere. This article by IDTechEx covers bioplastics, biofuels, and sustainable chemicals.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/seaweed-spoons-and-fossil-free-fuels-with-idtechex/35018?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/seaweed-spoons-and-fossil-free-fuels-with-idtechex/35018?rsst2id=280Wed, 15 Jul 2026 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) Wearables is a huge market across major sectors including healthcare and consumer electronics. The scope for versatility and flexibility, along with continuous, accurate data collection make wearable devices a technology unlike any other.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/increased-accuracy-and-real-time-results-with-wearables/35003?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/increased-accuracy-and-real-time-results-with-wearables/35003?rsst2id=280Fri, 10 Jul 2026 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) Introducing sustainability goals to long standing, established industries can be difficult. However, global environmental awareness and ramped up regulations are proving to help make changes across major sectors, with the creation of bioproducts and reduced emission processes. This article covers bioplastics, biomanufacturing, and biofuels.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/bioplastics-biofuels-and-biomanufacturing-sustainable-sectors/34893?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/bioplastics-biofuels-and-biomanufacturing-sustainable-sectors/34893?rsst2id=280Thu, 18 Jun 2026 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) Wearable devices can bridge the gap between the internal and external, by acting as an interface between the body's inner workings and real-time data displayed on a screen. This article covers wearable devices and quantum sensors used in wearables.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/sensing-up-close-with-wearables-and-quantum/34775?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/sensing-up-close-with-wearables-and-quantum/34775?rsst2id=280Tue, 26 May 2026 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) Transport and chemical manufacturing are industries currently facing sustainable changes as environmental awareness gains prevalence and sustainability action is taking place. This article covers biofuels, SAF, and sustainable chemicals.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/sustainability-movements-in-transport-and-chemical-sectors/34762?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/sustainability-movements-in-transport-and-chemical-sectors/34762?rsst2id=280Tue, 19 May 2026 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) Industrial biomanufacturing occupies a distinctive position in the production of high-value specialty chemicals. This article discusses two of the technology trends in specialty chemical biomanufacturing, the use of cell-free systems and alternative non-sugar feedstocks.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/biomanufacturing-specialty-chemicals-more-efficient-and-sustainable/34461?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/biomanufacturing-specialty-chemicals-more-efficient-and-sustainable/34461?rsst2id=280Tue, 10 Mar 2026 ZZZf.wei@idtechex.com (Dr Felix Wei) White biotechnology is a key step in a circular economy, enabling the transformation of waste to industrially useful chemicals via a sustainable process. This article delves into two of the key market drivers for industrial biomanufacturing: government policy and technology advancement.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/white-biotechnology-shaped-by-regulation-and-technology-breakthroughs/34316?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/white-biotechnology-shaped-by-regulation-and-technology-breakthroughs/34316?rsst2id=280Tue, 03 Feb 2026 ZZZf.wei@idtechex.com (Dr Felix Wei) As the demand for sustainable, high-performance ingredients continues to grow, specialty chemicals are emerging as a critical focus area in the chemical industry's transition to greener, more precise manufacturing. Unlike commodity chemicals, which are produced in high volumes and valued for their scale, specialty chemicals are defined by their function, purity, and compliance with rigorous performance or regulatory standards. These chemicals are essential to a wide range of products, from food and cosmetics to catalysts and coatings, and their production presents both technical challenges and commercial opportunity.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/white-biotechnologys-role-in-the-future-of-speciality-chemicals/34210?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/white-biotechnologys-role-in-the-future-of-speciality-chemicals/34210?rsst2id=280Mon, 22 Dec 2025 ZZZs.selim@idtechex.com (Dr Shababa Selim) Translating the body's signals into readable measurements or partaking in the enjoyment of gaming are ever-expanding possibilities with streamlined and accessible wearable devices. This article explores a wide range of wearables, including smart watches, glasses, mouthguards, glucose patches, VR headsets, and brain computer interfaces.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/watching-the-body-tick-making-calculated-moves-with-wearables/34063?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/watching-the-body-tick-making-calculated-moves-with-wearables/34063?rsst2id=280Mon, 24 Nov 2025 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) New sustainability innovations and trends are ever emerging under the decarbonization umbrella, evident amongst a number of material sectors. This article explores next-generation feedstocks, speciality chemicals, and the production of green steel.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/sustainable-chemicals-steel-and-decarbonizing-popular-materials/34005?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/sustainable-chemicals-steel-and-decarbonizing-popular-materials/34005?rsst2id=280Fri, 07 Nov 2025 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) IDTechEx's new report "Biomanufacturing Specialty Chemicals 2026-2036" examines the role of white biotechnology in producing specialty chemicals, focusing on food additives, cosmetic and personal care ingredients, pigments, and enzymes.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/new-idtechex-report-biomanufacturing-specialty-chemicals-2026-2036/33722?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/new-idtechex-report-biomanufacturing-specialty-chemicals-2026-2036/33722?rsst2id=280Fri, 05 Sep 2025 ZZZc.martin@idtechex.com (Charlotte Martin) Natural chemicals, machine learning that can advance enzyme engineering, and bioplastic food containers are just some of the benefits of sustainable chemical technology. This article covers some of the sustainable technologies of the future, explored in IDTechEx's research.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/clean-chemicals-and-self-healing-cars-the-future-of-sustainability/33622?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/clean-chemicals-and-self-healing-cars-the-future-of-sustainability/33622?rsst2id=280Fri, 08 Aug 2025 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett) White biotechnology refers to the use of biological systems for the industrial production of bio-based products, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower the carbon footprint of materials. This article covers main feedstocks and the molecules made via white biotechnology.https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/innovations-in-white-biotechnology-and-bioplastics/33435?rsst2id=280https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/innovations-in-white-biotechnology-and-bioplastics/33435?rsst2id=280Tue, 01 Jul 2025 ZZZl.schuett@idtechex.com (Lily-Rose Schuett)