The Future Laboratory

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Material Futures in a Post-plastic World

The Future Laboratory sits down with Jessie French, artist and founder of design studio Other Matter, to discuss the tangible application of algae-based bioplastics and using retail as a real-world testing ground for material change.

Meli Quinoa Beer, Photography by Grant Legan, US

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Food & Drink

New Era Beer

From the addition of functional ingredients to the use of draught-tolerant grains, the beer market – and drinking venues – are innovating and evolving for the future.

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Technology

VivaTech 2024: Accessibility, Climate Tech and AI in Healthcare

AI took centre stage once again at the ever-growing Parisian start-up and tech summit VivaTech with ground-breaking advances in climate, health and inclusive technology solutions.

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Retail

Stat: Amazon tops first-of-its-kind sustainability value index

A study released in 2023 by Brand Finance analysed the financial value of sustainability perceptions of the world’s biggest brands.

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Beauty

Halal Beauty Market

In the wake of an inclusivity upheaval, beauty brands are swapping one-size-fits-all strategies for those that consider religious and ethical restrictions.

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Beauty

Science-backed beauty packaging inspired by nutrition labels

Skincare brand Codex Beauty is including an ‘efficacy panel’ on its products to empower consumers through quantifiable data around product purpose and effectiveness.