Environment Archives - Knowledge Transfer Slovenia

Microfluidics-based preparation of cross-linked enzyme aggregates

This invention presents a microfluidics-based method for generating stable and uniform cross-linked enzyme aggregates without particle carriers, enabling highly efficient enzyme immobilization. The method reduces...

Electrocatalyst for the Hydrogen Evolution Reaction

Background Thanks to its high energy density and environmental sustainability, hydrogen is emerging as a promising alternative to fossil fuels and a primary energy carrier....

Chemical Recycling for Recovering Raw Materials From Poliurethane Waste

Background Polyurethane foams (PUFs) are widely used in various comfort applications, such as mattresses or upholstered furniture, and as thermal and acoustic insulation materials. Their...

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...

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...

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...

KIS Pavlin – Slovenian Common Bean Variety

Background Beans and other legumes play a crucial role both in human nutrition and sustainable agriculture. They are a natural source of protein, dietary fiber,...

KIS Nazarij – A New Slovenian Common Bean Variety

Background The KIS Nazarij common bean is a high-quality Slovenian variety bred by the Agricultural Institute of Slovenia. Developed through targeted crossing and a 9-year...

A scalable environmentally friendly method for inactivation of viruses in water

A consortium of Slovenian public research organizations has developed a new method and device for water disinfection without the use of chemicals. The solution combines...

Disruption of bacterial biofilms by magnetic nanochains

Antimicrobial resistance is a critical global public health threat and tough scientific and developmental challenge. Antibiotic-resistant infections cause millions of deaths worldwide. ...