On 3 February 2026, iBB participated in the Técnico Innovation Summit 2026, presenting a selection of research projects with clear potential for market uptake, alongside demonstrators developed at iBB facilities.
The showcase included biopolymers produced in-house and applications of 3D printing that are advancing innovation in circular economy, medical technologies, and cellular agriculture. Together, these demonstrators illustrated how bioengineering tools can support the translation of research into practical solutions with societal and industrial relevance.
The projects presented addressed a broad range of themes, including rare diseases, digital workflows for biomanufacturing, and the development of biosurfactants and biopolymers for applications in the cosmetics, textile, automotive, furniture, and packaging sectors. Other initiatives highlighted the use of marine microorganisms for the synthesis of high-value bioproducts.
Taken together, these activities reflected iBB’s contribution to the development of sustainable and innovation-driven value chains grounded in scientific excellence.
In parallel with the exhibition, iBB also contributed to round-table discussions held during the event. Luis P. Fonseca participated in the discussion on innovation in advanced materials, while Leonilde Morais Moreira contributed to the session focused on the role of biotechnology in health.
iBB thanks the organisers of the Técnico Innovation Summit, as well as the wider Técnico community, for their strong engagement in promoting innovation and helping move research beyond the laboratory towards real-world impact.