Project Description Biodegradable alternatives offer a promising solution to plastic pollution and waste littering in the open environment in some specific contexts, as they break down naturally under specific environmental conditions. However, it is often reported that many biodegradable plastics do not fully degrade in their receiving environment. MAGICBIOMAT aims at developing a portfolio of […]
A team of Cypriot ISOTECH ltd researchers, has been awarded the highly significant international recognition of the BeMed Foundation, supported by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation. The award concerns the new project, “Green and Circular Ports for a Litter-Free Mediterranean,” supported by Beyond Plastic Med (BeMed). This initiative aims to tackle marine plastic pollution in […]
Published in: Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2024, volume 209, Part B: 117300 Abstract This study investigated the operational effectiveness and social acceptance of bioplastic gillnets made from a biobased polyester blend used to develop a monofilament 0.33 mm in diameter, with linear density of 108 tex, tenacity of 24.4 cN/tex and breaking force of 3.12 daN. The […]
Published in: Rendiconti Lincei. Scienze Fisiche e Naturali, 2024, Volume 35, pp. 359-370 Abstract Sea level rise (SLR) is among the major climate change effects threating the coasts of the Mediterranean basin, which are increasingly exposed to coastal flooding, especially along the low lying coastal plains, river deltas, lagoons and reclamation areas. Coastal erosion, beach […]
Published in: Environment Systems and Decisions, 2023, Volume 44 pp. 126-144 Abstract The coasts of the Mediterranean basin are exposed to the ongoing effects of climate change and anthropogenic pressure. Low elevated coastal plains, river deltas, lagoons and reclamation areas are experiencing beach retreat, coastal erosion and marine flooding. This makes them particularly vulnerable […]
Addressing the urgent global challenge of plastic pollution, the MAGICBIOMAT project has officially kicked off, with the participation of Cypriot ISOTECH researchers, with the mission to develop innovative, biodegradable alternatives to plastics that are not only environmentally friendly but also tailored for diverse applications. MAGICBIOMAT, is a Horizon Europe project funded by the European […]
The SEALIVE Project concluded its journey with its Final Brokerage Event on March 7th, 2024, in Valencia, Spain, organized by the Cypriot environmental research and consultancy ISOTECH Ltd. Held at the historic building of Ateneo Mercantil de Valencia, this event brought together 64 industry representatives from 15 countries across Europe spanning bioplastics, agriculture, fishing, packaging, […]
Interested in combating plastic pollution and climate change in the fishing industry? Look no further! Join Isotech Ltd for an engaging SEALIVE Project online training session. Mark your calendars for March 28, 9:30-11:00 Irish time, where we’ll: Explore critical issues surrounding plastics and plastic pollution. Dive into waste management strategies, circular economy principles, and their […]
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The 5th and final #SEALIVE Knowledge Transfer Event is approaching, and the grand finale will be hosted in the beautiful destination of Malta! Organized by Isotech Ltd and AKTI Project and Research Centre, with the valuable support of the Voluntary Organisation and eNGO, Żibel, the “Biobased Plastics for Marine and Terrestrial Applications: Exhibition, Knowledge Transfer […]
