Microplastics (MPs) are acknowledged as environmental pollutants posing a risk to both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. MPs are typically defined as plastic particles ranging from 1 μm to 5 mm in size. MPs consist of a diverse mix of synthetic materials, including...
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New journal article: Protecting the Baltic Sea demands unified data collection and reporting across borders
During the summer months, the coastal regions surrounding the Baltic Sea experience a significant influx of tourists, which amounts to up to 20 times more than local residents. The wastewater infrastructure is normally planned with a safety margin, but in many...
Project partners validated the Methodology for Supporting e-Bio-Business Launching in Finland, 21-22. November.
Methodology for Supporting e-Bio-Business Launching is validated and ready for testing. Project partners validated the Methodology for Supporting e-Bio-Business launching in Finland, 21-22. November. The project partners gathered on November 21-22 in Kuortane,...
Vegan food tasting event at Kuopio Classical High School Promotes Healthy Eating Habits
Savonia University of Applied Sciences' FoodLoops project recently hosted a successful vegan food tasting event during the well-being day at Kuopio Classical High School. This engaging event provided students with the opportunity to explore new foods and expand their...
UrbanTestbeds.JR – Quotes
It's not just about asking children what they want to do, but understanding their dreams and the places they love or avoid. Lisbeth Mærkedahl, Aarhus, Denmark Urban experimentation turns cities into laboratories, empowering young citizens to co-create...
UrbanTestbeds.JR – Project Story
Engaging Young Citizens to build a sustainable Urban Future UrbanTestbeds.JR was a transnational project under the Interreg Baltic Sea Region program, focusing on how communities can engage with young citizens to co-create sustainable urban futures. At its core, the...
Three winners at BioBoosters’ LiukasHackathon: Developing recycled nutrient logistics through combined digitalisation expertise and international partnership
The international LiukasHackathon innovation competition sought an smart logistics solution for the transport of recycled nutrients. Three winners with complementing solutions were named in the competition. Proposals for the combined solution will be piloted in...
Empowering IT and Communication SMEs in the Baltic Sea Region 💻📡
🌍 Empowering IT and Communication SMEs in the Baltic Sea Region 💻📡 The Baltic Sea Region is a dynamic hub for businesses from various sectors, including IT and communication—one of the many industries thriving in the program. Through BSR Go Abroad, we proudly support...
COP29: The Key to Improving the World Lies in the Hands of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
COP29 focused on global efforts to mitigate climate change, with nations negotiating the distribution of billions in funding. The topics discussed ranged widely, from the state of Brazilian agriculture to the use of satellite data in Japan. A central theme throughout...
From Passion to Startup: Highlights from the BSR DeepTech Launch Workshop Series
Let’s dive into the story of three unforgettable workshops that lit up the entrepreneurial spirit of students and young scientists, under the BSR DeepTech Launch project. Each session built a unique chapter in a journey where science met business, turning dreams into...