Polymers-5B Innovation at Técnico Innovation Summit 2026 | 03.02.2026
On 3 February 2026, iBB/IST-ID, a partner and member of the Polymers-5B project, participated in the Técnico Innovation Summit 2026, showcasing research projects with clear pathways to market uptake.
Showcasing biopolymers and advanced demonstrators
At the Summit, iBB presented demonstrators developed in-house, including:
- Biopolymers from bio-renewable monomers extracted from 2G feedstock residues, now commercially available in the EU for:
- Textile
- Automotive
- Furniture
- Polymeric resins
- 3D printing innovations advancing:
- Circular economy
- Medical technologies
- Cellular agriculture
“Our bioengineering tools are designed to translate research into real-world solutions.” – iBB team
These examples highlight how iBB’s research moves from the lab to tangible, market-ready innovations.
Addressing Industry and Societal Challenges
iBB projects also addressed:
- Rare diseases research
- Digital workflows for biomanufacturing
- Development of biosurfactants and biopolymers for:
- Cosmetics
- Textile
- Automotive
- Furniture
- Packaging
- Marine microorganism-based synthesis of high-value bioproducts
“iBB is building sustainable, innovation-driven value chains grounded in scientific excellence.”
These initiatives demonstrate iBB’s leadership in creating solutions that are both innovative and environmentally conscious.
Polymers-5B in Round-Table Discussions
In parallel, Prof. Luis P. Fonseca, coordinator of the Polymers-5B project, contributed to round-table discussions on innovation in advanced materials.
Other iBB representatives, including Leonilde Morais Moreira, discussed the role of biotechnology in health, illustrating iBB’s multidisciplinary impact.
Thanks to the Técnico Community
We sincerely thank the organizers of the Técnico Innovation Summit and the wider Técnico community. Their engagement continues to drive research beyond the laboratory, bringing scientific discoveries closer to real-world impact.
