The Circularis Biocluster (Valorish, One Earth & Promiseang) presented the projects results in its first webinar
The first webinar of the CIRCULARIS Biocluster, titled “Valorising Animal Byproducts for a Circular Bioeconomy,” took place on October 22nd, 2025, bringing together three European research projects—VALORISH, ONE EARTH, and PROMISEANG—united under a shared vision of advancing circular and sustainable bio-based solutions. The event served as a collaborative platform for researchers, industry partners, and stakeholders to exchange knowledge and showcase ongoing efforts in transforming animal by-products into high-value compounds, contributing to the European Union’s circular economy objectives.
The session opened with the introduction of the CIRCULARIS initiative, followed by a series of scientific and technical presentations, with the VALORISH project being first. Laura Oleaga from PESCANOVA presented insights on feedstock analysis and the preparation of raw materials for downstream processing. Subsequently, Borja Lagoa from ANFACO-CYTMA detailed innovative techniques for fish oil extraction and protein hydrolysis using fermentative methods, highlighting the potential of biotechnological processes to valorize fish-processing residues. The VALORISH segment concluded with a presentation by Marta Franco from IDENER, who discussed the computational biology approach for producing bioactive peptides from fish by-products, illustrating the project’s interdisciplinary research approach that bridges biotechnology and digital tools.
The webinar continued with contributions from the ONE EARTH project, represented by Noura Raddadi from the University of Bologna and Anna Laura Eusebi from Università Politecnica delle Marche. Their presentations explored the valorisation of chicken feathers and fish residues through diverse bioprocessing pathways and the production of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), respectively. To conclude the technical programme, Celia Costas from the University of Vigo presented the PROMISEANG project’s advancements in the revalorization of marine by-products from the fishery industry, emphasizing synergies among the CIRCULARIS partners and their shared focus on sustainable resource use.
The CIRCULARIS Biocluster’s first joint event successfully highlighted the complementarity of the three EU-funded initiatives and their contributions to building a resilient circular bioeconomy in Europe. By combining expertise in feedstock valorisation, biotechnological processing, and computational innovation, VALORISH, ONE EARTH, and PROMISEANG are collectively demonstrating how scientific collaboration can transform waste into valuable materials, reduce environmental impacts, and promote sustainable industrial practices. The webinar reinforced the role of coordinated research as a key enabler for advancing Europe’s transition toward a circular, low-carbon future.
