BIOBIOWA

The BIOBIOWA project addresses the challenge of agri-food waste management in Sicily and Malta, transforming waste into a valuable resource through a low-energy impact "green" process. The goal is to produce biochar and nanobiochar, innovative carbonaceous materials derived from biomass (such as citrus and vegetables), to be used as carriers for drugs and vitamins (drug delivery), in the bioremediation of contaminated soils, and in industrial sectors such as cosmetics. Through cooperation between universities and private partners, the project promotes the circular economy and technological innovation in the cross-border area.


✔️ Eligible Action

Developing and enhancing research and innovation capacities and the uptake of advanced technologies in the cross-border area (RSO1.1).

✔️ Description of Actions

• Management and Coordination (WP1): Strategic and operational supervision of activities, risk monitoring, and partnership coordination between Messina and Malta.
• Communication (WP2): Promotion of goals and results through kick-off/final events, social media channels, and newsletters to involve agricultural and pharmaceutical companies.
• Technical Implementation (WP3-WP4-WP5):
  • Acquisition of advanced scientific instrumentation.
  • Transformation of 10 types of biomass into biochar and nanobiochar through hydrothermal carbonization.
  • Chemical, morphological, and functional characterization to ensure the absence of contaminants and test effectiveness in active ingredient transport.
• Intellectual Property (WP6): Preparation and filing of at least 2 patent applications related to production methods and developed applications.