QuestPair

A new online platform for businesses and scientists to exchange expertise, equipment, data and materials. Promoting sustainable solutions & a circular economy.

[QuestPair @questpair]

COMSOL Multiphysics is commercial software to simulate complex physical systems. Our analytics shows that its usage in scientific research appears to be increasing, highlighting the potential of powerful and accessible modeling and simulation tools. https://t.co/j3Dd34C5Ll

[QuestPair @questpair]

#Sand used in #construction is typically dredged from rivers, causing environmental damage. To try to reduce the need for sand, researchers are turning to technology and innovation in the hunt for alternatives. #sustainablebuilding #plastics
https://t.co/8DG7WICDdV

[QuestPair @questpair]

Getting flavouring from #plastics? Scientists showed how genetically engineered bacteria can be used to #upcycle PET plastic waste into a valuable chemical like vanillin - something that could make the #recycling process more attractive and effective.

https://t.co/2PW4t1DuWH

[QuestPair @questpair]

University of Queensland #researchers have created a #quantum #microscope revealing biological structures that would otherwise be impossible to see. Apart from biotechnologies and medical imaging, which other areas could benefit from its application?
https://t.co/llkCz7be5v

[QuestPair @questpair]

Could a jacket or a pair of jeans one day power your mobile phone and other electronic devices? A team of #researchers are looking into new ways to harvest the kinetic #sustainable #energy generated in #clothing through state-of-the-art #nanotechnology.

https://t.co/ZrZvnEj7q6

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#concrete accounts for about 8% of the carbon dioxide (CO2) we emit into the atmosphere. Some companies are developing concrete that has a much lower CO2 impact.
https://t.co/WOkIVpLb46

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Is the "infinitely recyclable" PDK plastic really going to become a game changer? #plasticpollution #circulareconomy
https://t.co/rvjI4NYwtA

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As the #plastic #recycling industry is severely under-performing, researchers have been working on new solutions. One developed at the University of Delaware is to reuse one of the most common types of plastic – polyolefin – by turning it into #fuel.
https://t.co/lCRofAT11d

[QuestPair @questpair]

#AI systems and their potential applications in the #EU are going to be categorised by risk - from unacceptable to minimal risk - to make sure that they are safe, transparent, ethical, unbiased and under human control.
#TrustworthyAI #innovation
https://t.co/I0zSubRSe6

[QuestPair @questpair]

We have listened to your suggestions on how to improve QuestPair: the new QP version includes the possibility to switch roles between clients and experts, a news feed with updates and video tutorials, and a list of upcoming funding calls. Find out more:
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[European Investment Bank @EIB]

Ambitious and impactful climate action requires serious structural change and a new #green multilateralism. Now is the time to act.

Join us to debate how we can align #InvestingInClimateAction strategies #globally🌍 at the start of this critical decade👉https://t.co/5FQ7bAgQQ3

[QuestPair @questpair]

Scientific experts can advise companies on the methods, equipment, data and materials needed to meet global challenges. QuestPair enables companies to find experts around the globe, while empowering scientists to create impact through new collaborations.
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[Wevolver @WevolverApp]

Cassie Blue and MIT's mini-cheetah took a stroll in a high-end treadmill from Tuff Tread in Michigan Robotics: Dynamic Legged Locomotion Lab

Image/video credits: @UMich

#robotics #technology #engineering #stem #innovation #robots #CassieBlue #minicheetah

[QuestPair @questpair]

Why light recipes could be the next great revolution in agriculture: "Farmers need a diverse set of tools now to increase yields. This clean alternative could help reduce the need for agricultural chemicals”- @BioLumic
#sustainable #agriculture
https://t.co/fGuN8dFcrt

[QuestPair @questpair]

Can innovative materials such as surgical glue be inspired by nature? Marleen Kamperman explains how in another episode of the Eye-openers, a stage for talented #scientists based in the Netherlands to show key concepts of their #research. @KNCVchemie
https://t.co/j2Mt80tWwP

[Mariya Gabriel @GabrielMariya]

📆Save the date for the official launch of the @EUeic under #HorizonEU!

⭕18 & 19 March 2021

The @EUeic will be fully-fledged under #HorizonEU with a budget of over €10 billion to support the best 🇪🇺 #innovators & #entrepreneurs.
👉https://t.co/HVMKshQCr5

[QuestPair @questpair]

Can redox-flow batteries become a more efficient option for large-scale energy storage? Researchers at @TUeindhoven are working on optimizing durability and scaling up the process.
#energytransition #renewables #batteries

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While mechanical recycling is still hampered by deterioration of materials performance, chemical recycling offers an alternative that retains high-performance properties.
#plasticpollution #polymers #research #innovation #circulareconomy

[Nature Portfolio @NaturePortfolio]

Research published in Nature reports a fully recyclable polyethylene-like plastic made from sustainable sources. https://t.co/SJlLi1Yxio

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Some of the innovations promising to remove microplastics from water more efficiently: fluid magnetic mixtures, bottom feeders as 'vacuum cleaners', static-charged screens and plant-based nets. #plasticpollution #research

https://t.co/XwPyHocllf

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The modular and easily-retrofittable system is comprised of a world leading AI computer vision system, capable of detecting all items on waste streams, and a high performing robotic picker, to sort waste. @EITRawMaterials #RMAccelerator programme - #Recycle