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73. Growing a biomaterial future with Jen Keane from Modern Synthesis
73. Growing a biomaterial future with Jen Keane from Modern Synthesis
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Length:
38 minutes
Released:
Apr 6, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Biotechnology company Modern Synthesis have developed a biomaterial from bacterial fermentation that can be used to create a low-carbon alternative to traditional clothing fabrics.Modern Synthesis founder Jen Keane explains her process to this week’s host Helen Palmer, head of materials at WGSN and Lucila Saldana, Footwear & Accessories Editor at WGSN.The biomaterial was developed in the company’s London lab and in this episode of Create Tomorrow Jen Keane talks about the development, stigmas around synthetic biology and GMO materials and about fabric innovations of the future.
Released:
Apr 6, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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