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We’re proud to share our latest publication in Small: "Plasma Functionalization Enables Diffusion Control of Reactive Oxygen Species"

Huge thanks to our brilliant colleagues from NOVA, whose input made this work a success!

📖 Read the full article here: doi.org/10.1002/smll...

#NOVA

A novel and validated 3D-printed method for the consistent and reproducible dry transfer of microorganisms for the determination of antimicrobial surface efficacy | Applied and Environmental Microbiol... The transmission of microorganisms between surfaces by touch contributes to an increased healthcare burden due to secondary infection and mortality rates. Antibacterial materials can help to reduce th...

Our new paper is out:
"A novel and validated 3D-printed method for the consistent and reproducible dry transfer of microorganisms for the determination of antimicrobial surface efficacy."
Huge shoutout to the amazing team at Nova for making this possible!
Read it here: doi.org/10.1128/aem....

We're proud to share that our Scientific Coordinator, Nihal Engin Vrana, has been invited as a speaker at the upcoming NanoTR-19 conference.

📅 Date: August 27–29, 2025
📍 Location: Middle East Technical University (METU), Ankara, Turkey
🔗 More Info: nanotr.org#announcement

#NanoTR19

Don’t forget to register for #EUROTOX2025 happening 14-17 September in Athens, Greece!

Join the scientific community to explore how toxicology tackles real-life risks for a sustainable future. 🌍🔬

📍 Info & registration: lnkd.in/ed7TNE39

🌍 On #WorldEnvironmentDay, we stand for innovation that respects our planet.
In NOVA, we develop smart antimicrobial coatings that are safe & sustainable, using data, science & collaboration to protect both people and ecosystems.
#Sustainability #NOVA

🔵 We’re at #EUIndTech!

Come visit us at booth 10 – we’re excited to connect, exchange ideas, and talk innovation.

See you there! 👋💬

#EUIndTech2025

🚀 Next week: EUIndTech 2025!

📍 Kraków | 2–4 June | Booth 10

Meet the us at one of Europe’s top events for sustainable industrial innovation! 🌍💡

🔗 Details: indtech2025.eu

#EUINDTech2025

We're heading to DGHM 2025 in Jena! 🎉

Come find us at our exhibitor booth from Sept 22–24 at the DGHM Congress – let’s talk microbiology, diagnostics, One Health & more. 🧫🌍🔬

See you there! 👋

📍 dghm-kongress.de

#DGHM #Jena

🚀 EUIndTech 2025 is just around the corner – and we’ll be there!

📍 Kraków, Poland | 2–4 June 2025

👉 Visit the NOVA project at Booth 10

We can’t wait to meet you and exchange ideas that will shape the future of Europe’s technological landscape.

🔗 Event details: indtech2025.eu

#EUINDTech2025

2025 Edition | Viva Technology VivaTech is the world’s rendezvous for startups and leaders to celebrate innovation. It’s a gathering of the world’s brightest minds, talents, and products.

Our partner Spartha Medical will represent Strasbourg at VivaTech 2025!
📍 Find them in Hall 1, Booth B21-014
🗓️ June – Wednesday & Thursday
Don’t miss their cutting-edge antimicrobial innovations! 💡🧫
Find more info here: vivatechnology.com
#VivaTech #SparthaMedical #HealthTech #Innovation #Strasbourg

Excited that our Scientific Coordinator Engin will speak at 360 Grand Est in Strasbourg! 🌿

🗓️ May 20, 11:20–11:50 AM

🎤 Panel: "Preserving and learning from nature – for better healthcare"

🌱 Full programm: www.360grandest.fr/en/sessions

#360GrandEst #NOVA_EU

✨ New in the #NSCCommunity – and loving it already!
The 4th NSC News & Events Update (2025) is out 📬

🔗 Read the full update: lnkd.in/dwT6-ujA
📝 Not on the mailing list yet? Join here: lnkd.in/djYk3ZW5

#SSbD #Sustainability #ResearchCommunity #NOVA_EU

🌍 Happy Earth Day from NOVA!

Today we celebrate our planet – and recommit to protecting it through responsible innovation.

At NOVA, we're developing bioactive antimicrobial coatings that are not only effective and safe for humans, but also designed with sustainability in mind.

#EarthDay

The future of industrial technologies is taking shape at EUIndTech 2025!

Kraków, Poland from 2.-4. June

Hosted by the Mineral and Energy Economy Research Institute of the Polish Academy of Sciences – this event is a must for anyone shaping Europe’s sustainable future.

More info: indtech2025.eu

Looking forward to EUROTOX 2025 in Athens

🗓️ Sept 14–17

Theme: "Toxicology addresses society’s real-life risks for sustainable health & well-being"

Perfect mix of cutting-edge science, great networking & an inspiring city 🌍

Info 👉 www.eurotox2025.com

#EUROTOX2025 #Athens

Light Irradiation of N‐Doped Graphene Acid: Metal‐Free Strategy Toward Antibacterial and Antiviral Coatings With Dual Modes of Action Antimicrobial resistance and new viral strains are rising threats. Metal-based nanomaterials show promise but have side effects and debated effectiveness. A metal-free approach using nitrogen-doped g...

Publication alert

We are happy to share the work on metal-free photoactive antimicrobial coatings from our team!

This work is the result of a collaboration between the Nanointercell Research Group – Empa and the team of Dr. Radek Zbořil.

More info here: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

🔬💜 Honoring the Women of NOVA on #IWD!
Today, we celebrate the women in the NOVA project who are driving innovation in antimicrobial research. Your work is shaping the future—thank you for your dedication! 🚀
Let’s keep championing women in STEM and beyond!
#InternationalWomensDay #NOVAProject

We’re excited to be on Bluesky!

We just had another great General Assembly in Amsterdam at AkzoNobel, filled with insightful discussions and inspiring collaborations. A big thank you to them for hosting us and to everyone who contributed!

Looking forward to connecting and sharing more updates here