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Self-cleaning and washable cotton and cotton blends

Preparation of an air-stable superhydrophobic and oleophobic coating for cotton textiles, which maintains a contact angle below 10˚ even after the tenth wash. This is achieved by creating micro- and nanoscale roughness and by adding additional hydrophobic and oleophobic organic silicon precursors.

Recyclable Flame Retardant Fibres

A method for preparing fire-retardant polyamide 6 using modified caprolactam with phosphorus and nitrogen compounds offers cost-effective, durable, and recyclable textiles with uniform protection and improved mechanical properties.

KIS Mangart – Slovenian Potato Variety

The Agricultural Institute of Slovenia has over 30 years of tradition in developing its own potato varieties. Since the launch of the breeding programme in 1993, we have developed 12 registered varieties, with several additional hybrids currently undergoing evaluation. Our varieties are known for their excellent culinary quality, disease resistance,

Connector Element for Joining Glass and Wood

Background The research field of wood–glass composites has become a dynamic segment of modern construction, where new technical solutions are being developed and novel applications are being defined. Existing wood–glass composites range from load-bearing beams to floor/roof panels and wall panels. When joining glass and wood using self-tapping screws, an

KIS Krka – Slovenian Potato Variety

KIS Krka is a potato variety developed as part of the long-standing potato breeding program at the Agricultural Institute of Slovenia. The program focuses on the development of varieties adapted to Slovenian growing conditions. KIS Krka was specifically bred to increase disease resistance, yield stability, and adaptability to drought conditions,

Method and System for Selective Spraying of Fruit Trees Adapted to Their Fruiting Condition

Selective spraying transforming the way how fruit growers protect their crops.This innovative system allows precise application of treatments according to individual tree needs. Unlike traditional methods that spray every tree on the same way, selective spraying adjusts the dosage according to each tree’s flowering or fruiting condition. As a result,

DNAbi: Enzymatic storage of digital data in DNA with reduced error rates

The rapid growth of digital data and the increasing energy demands of data centers are driving the search for sustainable long-term storage technologies, with DNA emerging as a promising solution despite current limitations in efficient and environmentally friendly DNA synthesis.

Face Deidentification

Our technology addresses the challenges faced by individuals, organizations, and media in complying with GDPR when publishing video content.

Vanillin

Vanillin is commonly used in pharmaceutical products, for food flavoring, as a food preservative, and as a fragrance in cosmetic products. The innovation involves the conversion of lignin and ferulic acid into vanillin using hydrogen peroxide as an oxidant and vanadium oxide as a catalyst.

Bacillus Subtilis strain with Strong Inhibition of Enteropathogenic and Foodborne Pathogenic Bacteria (LICENSED)

The Bacillus subtilis PS-216 strain has been proven to exhibit a strong inhibitory effect on enteropathogenic and foodborne pathogenic bacteria such as Campylobacter jejuni. Our innovative product uses the Bacillus subtilis PS-216 strain for the preparation of feed and probiotic mixtures.

Organic Cathode Materials for Secondary Batteries

Background With increasing efforts put into sustainable development, the need for the efficient storage of energy obtained with renewable energy sources is on the rise. Since established battery technologies rely on the use of lithium and precious transition metals, organic cathode materials are fast becoming a hot topic in battery

Green Synthetic Platform for the Preparation of Various Xanthophyll Esters

Background Xanthophylls are oxygenated derivatives of carotenoids with many positive effects on human health. Some xanthophylls exhibit superior stability and bioavailability in esterified form compared to their free form. We present an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly synthetic platform for the preparation of various xanthophyll esters, paving the way for a

Nitroxoline for Prevention and Treatment of Coronavirus Disease

This invention uses 8-hydroxyquinoline derivatives, like Nitroxoline, as effective inhibitors of cathepsin B to block SARS-CoV-2 entry and replication, offering a well-studied, potent antiviral treatment with potential for developing more effective compounds.

LIGNIN-BASED EPOXY RESINSWITH IMPROVED MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Epoxy resins are widely used in various high-performing (e.g., structural) andcommodity products. They are frequently found in electronics, metal coatings,composites, plastics, and adhesives. Currently, the epoxy resin market is dominatedby materials containing bisphenol A and other chemicals harmful to theenvironment. Lignin can be employed to overcome this issue without sacrificing

New Immunostimulants as Vaccine Adjuvants and Drugs for the Immunotherapy of Cancer and Infectious Diseases

This invention presents novel conjugated compounds that act as dual agonists of TLR7 and NOD2, offering potent immunostimulatory effects for the treatment of infections, tumors, and immunological diseases, as well as for use as vaccine adjuvants, with the unique advantage of synergistically enhancing immune responses through simultaneous activation of both