Brazilian discovers pesticide substitute in eucalyptus
Eucalyptus citrus, lemon eucalyptus or sweet-smelling eucalyptus, these are some of the best known names for the species Corymbia citriodora. From it comes the essential oil capable of working as a natural "agrochemical", according to researcher Cátia Libarino, who is studying for a Masters in Forest Science at the State University of Southwest Bahia (Uesb). Seeking to find a natural substance to combat a […]
Silica made from rice husk ash!
the silica (SiO2) is one of the most used raw materials in the world, among its applications are glasses, Solar cells, refractory ceramics and even toothpaste. In this way, hundreds of thousands of tons are produced every year around the world. Nonetheless, the traditional way this material is produced is not the most efficient way, […]
Event highlights the importance of innovation for sustainable and inclusive development
Innovation and technology are allied tools in defining public policies and can help countries achieve a more inclusive and sustainable development, in the assessment of United Nations officials present this Wednesday (28) in the assessment of United Nations officials, held at the Museum of Tomorrow, in Rio de Janeiro (RJ). Over […]
unpolluted oceans: An innovative project to solve the problem
oceans and one (old) problem The load of waste dumped into the oceans, directly or indirectly (by means of natural transport) it's incalculable, and the survey of your data is practically immeasurable for the vast area that would have to be tracked, and by the fact that the analyzed parameters are not static. The generation of waste, […]
Discover some solar-powered technologies
Technologies in the use of solar energy and its benefits Technologies in solar energy are in great ascendancy in Brazil. Some will say that by stride. There are several economic and environmental benefits that are helping to drive the growth of this renewable energy source.. From an economic point of view, using a home as a reference, […]