Crispr wars
The legal conflicts over the intellectual property around Crispr-Cas9 gene editing show no sign of ending. But what does that mean for companies seeking to use this technology? Anthony King reports
Rethinking labelling for hazardous goods
When transporting hazardous and dangerous goods, there’s an assumption that compliance takes care of itself: once a label is printed and placed on a barrel or container, the job is done. In reality, the process goes far beyond this. Every day, thousands of drums, canisters and bulk containers move across borders, oceans and industries, many carrying substances that pose significant risks to health, safety and the environment.
Why the North American fertiliser market still growing
The North American fertiliser market is expected to reach $92.23bn by 2033, up from $68.68bn in 2024, with a CAGR of 3.33% from 2025 to 2033, according to the latest ResearchAndMarkets.com report: North America Fertilizer Market Size and Growth Trends and Forecast Report 2025-2033.
The outlook for digital life sciences
Life sciences organisations are using AI and other emerging technologies to become more agile, innovative and patient-centric, according to a new research report. The 2025 ISG Provider Lens global Life Sciences Digital Services report finds that clinical trials, manufacturing, patient engagement and other activities in the industry are being transformed to meet changing expectations.
There’s no lack of possibilities
SCI’s CEO Sharon Todd talks to Liam Condon, the CEO of Johnson Matthey about the path the company has taken, and where it goes next.
Using 2-D nanoflakes in cancer treatment
A collaboration between the University of Texas, Austin, US, and the University of Porto in Portugal developed a light-based cancer treatment by irradiating specially developed nanoflakes.
Chemical industry outlook: Will it be profits or problems?
Chemicals companies need to rethink their strategies in the face of global headwinds, as the industry races towards a polarised future with some sectors and regions winning out, and others struggling unless they make big changes.
Greener and more sustainable printed circuit boards
A new type of printed circuit board (PCB) made by UK-based JIVA Materials could offer a greener, more sustainable circuit board than those used currently in consumer devices.
Carbon capture - using coffee grounds and plastic waste
Researchers from the United Arab Emirates have recently patented a technology which uses coffee and plastic waste materials to capture carbon dioxide (CO₂) with potential for use in a wide range of industrial processes.
CEO Interview: CPChem's 'innovation fast forward'
CPChem’s Chief Executive Steve Prusak spoke to C&I's Steve Ranger about how the company has grown over the last 25 years, its priorities and how it approaches innovation.