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A diet high in cholesterol and fats can lead to hypertension and may cause low quality of life. This condition can be slowed down with early intervention and proper diet. This product specially formulated with precise ratio of cold pressed black sesame oil and rice bran oil. Natural extracts nourish the bones. Black sesame oil is rich in vitamins and minerals calcium, magnesium, potassium Rice bran oil contains antioxidants and helps you feel more comfortable sleeping and helps balance cholesterol Overall benefits are the ultimate nourishment of bones, knee, the nervous system, brain and memory. The technology provider is seeking to collaborate with healthcare industries.

The formalin test kit is a paper-based device suitable for detection of formalin contamination in paints, coating material such as pressed wood and plywood, fresh food such as meat, vegetables and fruits with 99.9% sensitivity & specificity, ensuring accurate results without interference. The test kit is quick and easy to use, with rapid results making it accessible for general use. The tech provider is looking for licensee to license the technology.

Side stream valorisation in sectors such as food and beverage manufacturing has gained substantial interest over the years. The waste streams, in particularly the liquid has high amount of nutrients and organics, in which suitable bioprocesses can be deployed to convert them into value-added products. One product of interest is the purple phototrophic bacteria (PPB), a metabolically diverse group of proteobacteria that contains pigments bacteriochlorophyll a and b. Attributed to its unique versatile metabolic pathways, PPB can be used as powerful pollutant removal in different types of wastewater treatments, under stressful conditions. Its light utilization process and hormone secreting properties also made PPB a good bio-fertilizer and bio-stimulant for plant growth.  This proposed PPB cultivation technology in photobioreactor (PBR) system has greater treatment efficiency and higher biomass conversion rate than conventional open pond systems. Biomass generated from this cultivation technology demonstrated its ability to enhance essential nutrients in soil and supply key plant hormones that aid in plant growth. This novel application of PPB can be adopted in the agriculture industry, in the effort to develop more eco-friendly agricultural inputs.  The technology provider is seeking for collaborators to test bed the technology and to license the technology.

To achieve carbon neutrality, the global expansion of renewable power is essential, but its intermittent nature makes long-duration energy storage (LDES) crucial for stabilizing power generation. Current solutions, such as Li-ion batteries, face significant challenges including safety risks, resource scarcity, and recycling issues, highlighting the need for safer, reliable, and eco-friendly alternatives. Sulphur flow batteries offer a promising solution by using low-cost, earth-abundant materials and storing energy in non-flammable, water-based electrolytes. The battery cost is estimated to be 1/2 of Li-ion and 1/4 of vanadium flow batteries. However, traditional designs suffered from short lifespans and low energy efficiency due to polysulfide crossover and slow reaction kinetics, limiting their commercial viability. The technology owner has developed a breakthrough solution to addresses these challenges. This intrinsically safe, cost-effective, and eco-friendly battery features a proprietary membrane, 20 times cheaper and more selective than commercial Nafion, eliminating polysulfide crossover and improving energy efficiency. Advanced catalysts further enhance reaction rates, resulting in a projected lifespan of over 15 years - double that of Li-ion batteries. Successful pilot production using large-scale roll-to-roll manufacturing has led to the world's first commercial sulphur flow battery with an industrial-grade lifespan. The system charges during off-peak hours and discharges during peak demand, reducing electricity costs by up to 70%. The technology owner is seeking partners to integrate this battery into industrial test-bed sites, including renewable power generation, EV charging stations, and data centres. They are also interested in co-developing energy storage ecosystems in Singapore and establishing supply chain partnerships.

Antioxidants (ATOs) such as tocopherol and synthetic ATOs such as Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT), Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), and Tertiary-Butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) are used in the food and supplement industry to extend shelf life and protect products from oxidation.  Due to concerns over long-term exposure to synthetic ATOs, there is a search for natural alternatives like rosemary and green tea, which have shown efficacy in preserving oils and other products.  However, natural ATOs exhibit significant chemical variations due to diverse cultivation and extraction processes, making it challenging and costly to identify the optimal combination for maximum efficacy.  Machine learning, capable of extracting patterns from input data for predictive analysis, can offer a solution by predicting the peroxide value (PV) in peanut oil using chemical parameters and storage duration. Six machine learning classifiers (logistic regression, multilayer perceptron, radial basis function, Gaussian Naïve Bayes classifier, support vector machine, and decision tree) were employed, with the multilayer perceptron demonstrating the highest predictive performance, achieving an accuracy of at least 89.8% in determining whether PV remains within acceptable limits post-storage in peanut oil.  Edible oil manufacturers, food and beverage companies, natural antioxidant suppliers, food quality testing laboratories and agricultural processors can use this technology to improve the quality and stability of their output.

The increase in porcine production in Thailand has led to a rise in the volume of waste and by-products from farrow-to-finish farms. Among these by-products, the porcine placenta is of particular interest due to its rich composition of bioactive components such as cytokines, enzymes, growth factors, collagen, bioactive peptides, vitamins and nucleic acids. Hence, there is growing interest in developing appropriate technologies to derive value from this resource, transforming it into high-value products. This technology presents an innovative serum with the primary ingredient being peptides derived from hydrolysed porcine placenta. The peptides were selected based on specific molecular weight sizes which influence bioactivities. The porcine placenta hydrolysate facial serum was found to reduce melanin production, diminish facial skin dullness, decrease water loss from the skin surface, maintain skin moisture, and enhance facial skin elasticity.

The use of plastic waste is severely restricted due to high levels of contamination, expensive sorting processes, and the non-homogeneous nature of the materials. These challenges contribute to low recycling rates both locally and globally, with most plastic waste being disposed of through landfilling or incineration, leading to further environmental concerns.  This technology aims to create sustainable products and processes for infrastructural applications by transforming mixed plastics from municipal solid waste (MSW) into raw materials like fibres, aggregates, and polymer modifiers, which can be incorporated into bituminous mixtures. It is the first of its kind to enable the direct use of MSW mixed plastics without the need for extensive sorting. The as-received mixed plastic waste is processed into standardized forms commonly used in the construction industry. Given the large scale of infrastructure projects, this technology can absorb significant volumes of plastic waste, reducing the demand for landfill space and eliminating greenhouse gas emissions (such as CO2) and toxic pollutants (like dioxins) from incineration.   The technology owner is looking for collaborations (R&D, test-bedding and/or licensing) with oil industry companies, road paving companies, building and construction industry players, waste management centres, institutes of higher learning (IHLs), and government agencies. 

The growing impacts of global warming and rapid urbanization have amplified the demand for innovative thermal management solutions. Urban areas are particularly vulnerable to rising temperatures due to the urban heat island (UHI) effect, where cities become noticeably warmer than rural regions. This leads to higher energy demands for cooling, resulting in increased electricity consumption, rising energy costs, and a greater carbon footprint. To tackle these challenges, the technology owner has developed an energy-efficient and versatile cooling coating designed to reduce heat absorption on various surfaces. By incorporating uniformly dispersed nanofillers into the coating, this solution effectively maintains cooler interior temperatures, reducing the reliance on energy-intensive cooling systems. Ultimately, it results in a significant energy saving and a lower carbon footprint. The adaptable coating can be applied to buildings, vehicles, greenhouses, and other infrastructure, providing protection against thermal degradation. As sustainability and energy efficiency become increasingly important, this eco-friendly solution aligns with market trends in green building practices, urban heat mitigation, and cost-effective energy management. The technology owner is actively seeking partnerships with relevant industrial partners to explore IP licensing opportunities for this technology.

Boron is an essential micronutrient necessary for the growth and development of plants, animals, and humans, while also playing a critical role in industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and semiconductors. However, while beneficial in trace amounts, excessive boron levels can be toxic. High concentrations in drinking water pose significant health risks, particularly to reproductive and developmental systems, while boron contamination in industrial water supplies can degrade process efficiency and product quality. Current methods for boron removal, such as reverse osmosis and ion exchange, face significant limitations. Reverse osmosis struggles to remove boron efficiently, especially in seawater desalination, often requiring multiple stages and high energy consumption to achieve acceptable levels. Ion exchange resins pose low loading capacity and require massive harsh chemicals for regeneration.  The proposed boron absorption technology provides a solution that efficiently removes boron from diverse water sources, including seawater and wastewater. It effectively reduces boron levels to meet stringent standards, such as drinking water limits of less than 0.5 mg/L. The technology aligns with sustainability goals, consuming fewer chemicals and exhibiting strong recovery stability. Additionally, the proposed absorbent is flexible, customizable and compatible with various water treatment applications. The technology owner seeks partnerships to integrate this solution into existing water treatment systems or collaborate on industrial-scale demonstration projects to address boron contamination across multiple sectors.