Biofaction and MetRaZymes at the Long night of Science Vienna 2026
On April 24th 2026, the MetRaZymes project presented its research to the public at the long night of science 2026 at BOKU University Vienna. This biennial event draws thousands of visitors to explore Austria's scientific institutions through over 3.000 events...
New article in Frontiers in Horticulture
A publication about the findings on SPIKA, an innovative modular system developed as part of the Mi-Hy project. Cities produce tons of waste. But what if some of it could grow food, recover nutrients, and sustain living microbial ecosystems all at once? This...
New article in Frontiers in Microbiology featuring Mi-Hy
As part of the Mi-Hy research project, we recently co-authored a review in Frontiers in Microbiology alongside our partners at Sony CSL Paris, Lenon Romano Modesto, and Rachel Armstrong, examining how electroactive microorganisms (EAMs) could be embedded into...
MudTronics – microbial fuel cell championship
The Mi-Hy research project and Biofaction are launching MudTronics, a global competition for makers, artists, and scientists to develop innovative microbial fuel cell applications. Turn organic matter like mud and wastewater into electrical energy. The event...
SpringXplain pitch
On April 28, 2026, SpringXplain brought together researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators for an evening of concise and engaging idea presentations at Palais Eschenbach in Vienna. Following a competitive selection process, participants took to the stage to present...
Artzymes exhibition
On 24th April 20206, we have been showcasing the MetRaZymes ITN research project through a series of art–science prints—featuring visual interpretations of Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) alongside portraits of the PhD researchers driving the work.The art inspired...
NOGAN Task Force Uncovers Syndicate in “Impossible” Case: Was it Crime or the Future of Farming?
Following a mysterious, two-year surge of fresh fruits and vegetables on the black market, the NOGAN Task Force has unraveled a highly organised group of illegal growers. The suspects include several leading academics and scientists...
New publication in EMBO reports: Governing the AI-biotech convergence
The landscape of biotechnology is undergoing a major shift driven by Artificial Intelligence, pushing innovation into territories we never previously imagined. However, this rapid momentum raises urgent questions regarding ethics, security, and safety. A recent study...
New article in NATO Science for Peace and Security Series
A new book published as part of the NATO Science for Peace and Security Series. Based on an international NATO workshop held in Cartagena, Colombia, it brought together experts from different fields, including AI, biotechnology, and risk and resilience research. The...
Biofaction and deCYPher inviting citizens to discuss AI, plant compounds, and synthetic biology
During the end of October until the beginning of November, biofaction and the EU Horizon project, deCYPher we have organised 4 citizen engagement events to let citizens decide which plant compounds matter most for them. They rated flavonoids and terpenoids based on...
New publication in Frontiers in Soft Matter
From simulation to reality: experimental analysis of a quantum entanglement simulation with slime molds as bioelectronic components Our team at Biofaction, alongside Zeki Seskir and Eduardo R. Miranda, recently published a study in Frontiers in Soft Matter exploring...
Biofaction with Mi-Hy at Maker Faire Hannover
On August 23–24, Biofaction together with the Mi-Hy project traveled to Maker Faire Hannover (2025) to showcase our latest research and demonstrate how microbial fuel cell (MFC) technology can power hydroponic systems. Maker Faire is a worldwide, family-friendly...