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Qwarzo silica-based coating applied on Starbucks paper cup lid and coffee cup displayed on a wooden table

Starbucks, Lavazza adopt Qwarzo’s plastic-free coating for cups, lids across Europe

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ITALY – Qwarzo, an Italian company specializing in next-generation materials, has expanded its footprint across Europe with global brands such as Starbucks and Lavazza adopting its silica-based coating technology for packaging applications.   Developed over two decades of research and development, Qwarzo’s patented mineral-based coating provides a protective barrier against

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Institute of Food Technologists unveils CoDeveloper AI R&D platform to support food product development

IFT launches AI-powered R&D platform to support food product development

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USA – The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has launched CoDeveloper, an AI-powered research and development platform designed to accelerate food product formulation and support developers in overcoming technical challenges.    Developed by IFT’s team of food scientists, the proprietary tool integrates the organization’s more than 85 years of peer-reviewed

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 Taiwanese researchers develop biodegradable food wrap in bid to cut plastic waste

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TAIWAN – Researchers at National Taiwan University are developing a new biodegradable food packaging film designed to offer an alternative to traditional plastic wraps.    According to a university release, the experimental material combines bacterial cellulose, chitosan, and waterborne polyurethane, all selected for their environmental compatibility and functionality in food

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