Meet our first fellow projects!

At ANIPH, we believe that collaboration can accelerate the transformation of the biopolymer industry. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our fellow projects – initiatives that share our ambition to reshape materials, processes and value chains for a more sustainable future.

The first three of our peer initiatives  - PHAntastic, ViSS, and MAGICBIOMAT -  mark the start of this collaboration. Each brings unique focus and innovation to the biopolymer realm, expanding the horizons of what’s possible.

Together we amplify our impact, turning shared ambition into collective progress across the biopolymer industry.

Applications
Mulch films and plant-growth foams for crop cultivation

Core technologies
Formulation of active bioproducts within biodegradable matrices

PHAntastic in a nutshell
Modern agriculture still relies heavily on synthetic fertilisers, pesticides and plastics, which can damage soil and water quality.

The PHAntastic project aims to face this challenge by developing biodegradable alternatives: PHA-based mulch films and growth foams that incorporate bio-based fertilisers and natural plant-protection agents. In doing so, the project supports healthier soils and reduces both plastic and chemical pollution in agricultural systems.

Applications
Bio-based and biodegradable food packaging.

Core technologies
PHBV biopolymer production from industrial organic residues; circular value-chain demonstration.

ViSS in a nutshell
Conventional food packaging still relies heavily on fossil-based plastics, contributing to resource depletion and environmental pollution.

The ViSS project aims to tackle this by developing food-packaging solutions made from PHBV (a copolymer from the PHA family) derived from industrial organic residues. By demonstrating a full circular value chain, ViSS aims to provide a safe, sustainable, and economically viable alternative to conventional plastics.

Applications
Agricultural mulch films and coated paper packaging.

Core technologies
Trustworthy AI design tool; biodegradation testing in open environments.

MAGICBIOMAT in a nutshell
Plastic waste from agriculture and packaging too often ends up in soil, rivers and oceans, breaking down into harmful microplastics.

The MAGICBIOMAT project addresses this issue by developing circular, bio-based materials with programmable biodegradability for applications such as mulch films and paper-based packaging. A key innovation: the use of an AI-powered design tool to guide material design and ensure reliable biodegradation in soil, freshwater and marine environments.

By joining forces, we are not simply supporting parallel projects; we are building a collaborative ecosystem where shared goals fuel collective progress.

Stay tuned for further updates on how our network is accelerating sustainable materials, circular value-chains and system-wide change!

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