BioHub Project

29/01/2019

“It’s truly exciting that a naturally derived marine ingredient has demonstrated such profound anti-inflammatory benefits with great potential to improve gut and digestive health.”
Seaweed is amazing for one more problem that many people suffer from.

[Australia] Marinova has announced the results of research recently conducted on Maritech fucoidan, a branded bioactive compound

20/11/2018

There is still hope coming from our lovely seaweed..

Seaweed is an ingredient in everything from fertilizers to food products, and the demand for it has never been higher. Scientists say expanding the seaweed f...

12/11/2018

Bom dia!
Our new website is ready, take a look ;)
https://biohub.pt/

17/07/2018

Chemical sunscreens can be highly toxic to human development, marine organisms and, most importantly, coral.
One more use of algae! Protect yourself and the environment.

Shinorine, the main substance in the sunscreen, is able to absorb UV-rays. This compound is safer than the current chemicals used in sunscreen, oxybenzone and octinoxate.

28/05/2018

3D printable seaweed-derived material adsorbs pollutants with 94% efficiency!

Synthesized inexpensively from solid wastes and a naturally abundant polymer, this planet-friendly material has the potential to adsorb what is called particulate matter—particles and droplets emitted by power plants, cars, and other polluters.

15/05/2018

A journal to keep updated on emerging technologies in algae biology. Check it out:

https://www.journals.elsevier.com/algal-research

26/04/2018

Wind power is helping Scotland to avoid over a million tonnes of polluting carbon emissions every month.

Wind turbines in Scotland provided enough electricity to supply the average needs of almost all Scotland's homes last month, according to a report. Data from WeatherEnergy showed turbines generated 792,717MWh of electricity to the National Grid in October, up more than a quarter on the same month la...

10/04/2018

"Saline environments, including coastal and inland ecosystems, harbour a substantial fraction of the biodiversity of the world. These serve as a major source of food for humankind through commercial fishing and aquaculture." - says the Saline Systems | Source: https://doi.org/10.1186/1746-1448-1-1
And this is how our Salines look like

12/03/2018

Tip of the day:

WALK OR BIKE WHENEVER POSSIBLE.

Take the public transports if one of these is not practical. Walking or cycling reduces the amount of gas spewed into the air by cars thus lowering carbon emissions greatly. In addition to having less of an impact on our planet you can become a little more fit and healthy, so make it part of your exercise program.

We are shifting into higher consciousness, which means we may be accelerating and shifting towards more renewable energy, sustainable travel and business, eco-friendly products, green technology and sustainable designs which will change the way we live. Enjoy and explore the alternatives.

06/03/2018

Tip of the day:

RECYCLE WHENEVER AND WHATEVER YOU CAN.

Check with your city or town to find out everything that you can recycle. Visit your local recycle depot to see exactly what and how to recycle. Take a field trip and make it an adventure. Don’t forget to invite your friends along!

05/03/2018

Tip of the (Mon)day:

REUSE YOUR CLOTHES.

What you wear each day can often be worn for more than one day. Be mindful before you toss that shirt into the dirty laundry and ask yourself if you can get one more day out of wearing it. Not only will you save water and detergent but also the time it takes to do that extra load of laundry. The same can be applied for sheets and blankets.

02/03/2018

Tip of the day:

UPGRADE YOUR LIGHTS.

Changing light bulbs with compact fluorescent ones can save four times the amount of energy than a regular bulb. Energy-efficient CFLs can also last up to ten times longer than traditional ones. The light from these bulbs will give off light as bright as your old bulbs or brighter and save you money. Don’t forget to turn off lights when not in use. If you can get motion-sensitive lights, give them a try – they turn off when no more motion is detected. Also, if you like using outdoor lights go for the solar powered ones.