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Leather Alternatives

Modern Meadow to Unveil Leather Alternative Made From Plant-Based Proteins at Global Fashion Summit

US-based biodesign company Modern Meadow has announced that it will showcase its next-generation material, newly branded as INNOVERA™, at Global Fashion Summit in Copenhagen. Formerly known as BIO-VERA®, the leather alternative will be Modern Meadow’s primary material product going forward. It is made from plant-based proteins, biopolymers, and recycled rubber, achieving more than 80% renewable carbon content. INNOVERA™ is said to replicate the look and feel of collagen found in leather, and is available in various colors, haptics, and finishes. Furthermore, it is claimed to be lightweight and twice as strong as traditional leather. The material does not require special preservation or storage conditions, reducing complexity and costs. It is reportedly adaptable to any standard manufacturing process. According to Modern Meadow, the company’s commercial production …

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Materials

Modern Meadow and BASF Collaborate to Develop Innovative Animal-Free Biomaterials

Biotechnology company Modern Meadow has entered into a strategic partnership with chemical company BASF to launch a collaboration to revolutionize the materials industry. This strategic collaboration will combine Modern Meadow’s cutting-edge biofabrication expertise with BASF’s renowned Ultramid® Ccycled® material, paving the way for the creation of a modern, sustainable, and animal-free material of the future. Bio-VERA™, an innovative substrate from Modern Meadow, integrates BASF’s Ultramid® Ccycled® solution and is based on Modern Meadow’s Bio-Alloy™ technology. By combining post-consumer waste and bio-renewable alternatives, this innovative technology is said to deliver a highly sustainable and luxurious material with exceptional performance capabilities. Bio-VERA™ is a sustainable biomaterial that reduces dependence on traditional animal sources while minimizing the environmental impact of production using plant-based and recycled raw materials. Modern …

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