R&D
R&D | 02 May 2026

Evonik launches PEEK magnet wire lab in China to power next-gen EV innovation

The lab will tackle core engineering challenges in magnet wire production, including coating design, adhesion performance, dimensional precision, and process optimization

R&D
R&D | 02 May 2026

Ecolab bolsters global bioprocessing push with first Asia hub in South Korea

The new BPAL in Korea adds to Ecolab’s existing network in the United States and the United Kingdom

R&D
R&D | 29 April 2026

Evonik opens Asia innovation hub to accelerate next-gen sports materials, footwear development

The new facility, called the “Evonik Asia PAthletic Center,” is focused on polyamide-based innovation

R&D
R&D | 28 April 2026

Perstorp taps AI power with Citrine Informatics to accelerate alkyd emulsion innovation

The move brings together Perstorp’s deep formulation expertise with Citrine’s data-driven modeling capabilities

R&D
R&D | 27 April 2026

Clariant unveils “Let True Beauty Glow” 2026 concept to redefine natural beauty innovation

Value-conscious buyers are demanding more from fewer products, prioritizing multifunctional solutions that stretch across categories and deliver real utility in everyday routines

R&D
R&D | 27 April 2026

Syensqo to scale AI-driven discovery and growth with Microsoft

Agentic AI delivers measurable gains in speed, cost efficiency, and innovation outcomes across R&I, sales, and commercial operations

R&D
R&D | 25 April 2026

Ashoka University and IIT Dhanbad join forces on critical minerals & energy transition push

A major push to strengthen India’s clean energy and critical minerals ecosystem is underway

R&D
R&D | 25 April 2026

SIBUR taps AI to engineer next-gen polymers & fight counterfeiting

SIBUR is also tapping into massive industrial datasets generated across the entire polymer value chain

R&D
R&D | 23 April 2026

Atomgrid bets big on R&D as global chemicals supply chains shift away from China

Atomgrid is doubling down on R&D-led value creation to build proprietary products and deepen its global footprint

R&D
R&D | 23 April 2026

Sanplatec selects Mitsubishi Chemical’s Zelas TPS for new cell culture tubes

Sanplatec is leading the industry in the field of containers and devices for cell culture and live transport

R&D
R&D | 22 April 2026

DuPont launches Cyrel ReNew and opens new North American tech center

Center to spur closer collaboration to drive sustainable innovation and solve customer challenges

R&D
R&D | 21 April 2026

PPG supercharges coatings innovation with high-speed, low-carbon curing breakthrough

The new line can simulate real-world customer production conditions using multiple curing technologies

R&D
R&D | 17 April 2026

UNSW and KREDL forge India–Australia pact to power clean energy startups

The agreement is designed to accelerate collaboration in renewable energy by linking researchers, startups, and industry players across both countries

R&D
R&D | 16 April 2026

Solvay launches €10,000 grant call to turn local ideas into real-world impact

Hundreds of grassroots innovators—from classrooms to community labs—are once again being handed a shot at turning ideas into action

R&D
R&D | 16 April 2026

Clariant’s Lucas Meyer Cosmetics set to unveil next-gen beauty innovations

The ingredient is shown to stimulate pro-collagen I and HA production, restore autophagic flux in aged fibroblasts, and reduce IL-8 release, delivering a multi-pronged approach to skin aging

R&D
R&D | 16 April 2026

ARLANXEO opens new Innovation Center in China to power global elastomers R&D expansion

The upgraded facility features expanded infrastructure, a strengthened technical team, and enhanced laboratory capabilities

R&D
R&D | 14 April 2026

Ashland targets beauty innovation spotlight at Global Paris Expo

The company will unveil a wave of next-generation technology platforms and ingredient innovations

R&D
R&D | 14 April 2026

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions breaks ground on new, expanded Bengaluru plant

The dedicated Research & Development Center is designed to provide rapid, high-quality support to our customers

R&D
R&D | 04 April 2026

Umicore launches first R&D hub outside Europe in Shanghai

The center aims to strengthen the connection between the global materials technology and recycling company's local business operations

R&D
R&D | 01 April 2026

BITS Pilani scientists turn industrial smoke into clean fuel

This breakthrough can bolster India’s energy security amid global LPG supply disruptions in the wake of the current Gulf war

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