Solutions in Biotechnology
Focus areas
Sustainable and Innovative Bioproduction
We develop the bio-based circular economy and raw material production by utilising biotechnology and smart technologies.
Sustainable Ecosystems and Bioeconomy Solutions
We accelerate the transition towards sustainable land use by integrating soil and water research, digitalization, and applied research.
Come and do research with us
Working with us provides you and your organisation with tools for development and change, as well as support for growth. Collaboration can take place at many scales — from large international projects to individual assignments. We also offer services for a variety of needs, such as testing, analysis or prototyping.
BeFINE network
The BeFINE (Biotechnology & Food Innovation Network), formed by the City of Hämeenlinna, Linna Business Development Ltd and HAMK, brings together services, actors and partnerships related to the renewal of the bio-sector in Kanta-Häme. In addition to sustainable business opportunities, the aim is to develop solutions to critical challenges in various bio-based food and material production, caused for example by pandemics, climate change and the loss of biodiversity.
Our ongoing projects
Accelerating Growth Through Plant-Based Food Innovations (Kasvis-TKI)
The project aims to expand the variety of plant-based products by providing comprehensive information and recipes throughout the entire supply chain, while forming new collaborative networks.
BioVesi – Boosting Sustainability in Industrial Water Treatment Using Bio-Based Solutions
Our objective is to increase the use of bio-based materials and biological processes in industrial water treatment in order to enable the most efficient possible recycling of process by-products and end products, or their upgrading into value-added products. The aim is to develop sustainable, integrated concepts for the purification and reuse of industrial process waters.
Business from Fungi in Kanta-Häme
Our goal is to establish a fungi biorefinery within HAMK’s SmartBio education and research centre, serving as a centre of expertise for the development and testing of new composite materials containing fungal mycelium. Fungi materials are utilised in packaging, construction materials, and the textile industry.
CAgriLab – Consolidated virtual living lab platform for knowledge sharing and adaption in regenerative agriculture
We are establishing a consolidated virtual living lab platform in an international project to enhance knowledge exchange in agriculture. This will support collaboration and data sharing, helping farmers adopt and adapt regenerative practices to improve soil health and promote sustainable agriculture.
Carbon Dashboard Linking Satellite and In-Situ Data for Key Regions (CARDS)
We are establishing a digital observatory in the international CARDS project to enable near real-time monitoring of greenhouse gases in the Arctic and Amazon regions.
Center of Circular Economy and Horticulture (Hortianna)
We are building a circular and horticultural economy competence center at HAMK’s Lepaa campus, aiming to develop new circular economy-based innovations in collaboration with companies and other stakeholders.
Commercial growing substrates for sustaining multifunctional ecosystem services (KEKOMO)
We investigate the capacity of commercially available growing media to sustain soil biological diversity, soil fertility, plant growth and nectar production, as well as pollinator abundance and activity.
Coordination Project for the National ERDF Themes for Green Transition
The task of the coordination project is to strengthen the impact and effectiveness of the national themes of the green transition (energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emission reduction, climate change adaptation and mitigation measures, as well as a carbon-neutral circular economy society) by supporting projects implementing these themes and facilitating collaboration between the projects and…
Cutting Food Loss and Waste in Europe (CIBUS)
CIBUS aims to reduce food loss and waste by increasing regions’ capacity to develop innovative regional policies. Local and regional authorities have an important role in creating a policy environment that stimulates prevention and reduction of food loss and waste.
Durable biopigments and binders (Biopigments)
In Durable biopigments and binders (Biopigments) project, we promote the transition of the dyes and binders industry from fossil raw materials to renewable raw materials.
F.I.N.E. – Farm Innovation for Nutrient Efficiency
In this international cooperation project, we study and promote sustainable nutrient use and circular economy practices in agriculture. The project will result in new products and services that improve nutrient recycling and nutrient use efficiency, support farmers’ decision-making, and more broadly benefit the food system and the environment.
F3 – Food, Future, Fermentation
We implement practical trials at HAMK’s SmartBio Center, where we research and test alternative raw materials. Our aim is to offer companies in the confectionery and bakery sectors, as well as producers of raw-material components, concrete solutions for processing alternative raw materials and assessing their usability.
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