Exploring the Science Behind Soleic®

At Algenesis® Labs, science is at the core of everything we do. Our groundbreaking work on bio-based and biodegradable polyurethanes combines years of research, innovation, and real-world testing. The Soleic® Science Hub is your resource for exploring the science that drives us—featuring peer-reviewed research, webinars, educational content, and thought leadership from our expert team.

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Publications

Explore our published research showcasing the scientific rigor and innovation behind Soleic® technology. These articles detail our advancements in bio-based and biodegradable materials and provide insights into how we’re tackling global challenges like plastic pollution.

Articles Authored by Our Team

Rethinking footwear

Renewable Carbon Plastics,
June 2025, pages 50-54

Breaking down the problem:
How durable and biodegradable polyurethane foams and tpus offer a real solution to microplastic pollution

Renewable Carbon Plastics,
April 2025, pages 26-27

Polyurethane Innovation Award: Algenesis labs wins the 2025 innovation award

PU Magazine,
April 2025, page 13

Mitigating Environmental
Microplastic Pollution
Through Smart PU Formulation.

International Polyurethanes Magazine,
December 2024, pages 38-39

Peer-Reviewed Scientific Papers

Groundbreaking Research Validated by Experts.
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Webinars & Talks

Learn from the Scientists Behind Soleic®


Catch up on webinars, conference talks, and panel discussions where our team shares
insights into the science, challenges, and breakthroughs shaping the future of materials innovation.

Collaborating to Solve Sustainability Challenges:
A Macroanalysis of Microplastics

Speakers:
Scott Echols – Chief Impact Officer at ZDHC,
Stephen Mayfield, PhD – CEO of Algenesis


Change Chemistry: Collaborating to Solve Sustainability Challenges WEBINAR Part 2, December, 10 2024

Photosynthetic
bio-manufacturing
in green algae –
the future of food and biomaterials.

Speakers:
Maurizio Vecchione – Chief Innovation Officer at Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation,
Stephen Mayfield, PhD – CEO of Algenesis

Podcasts & Videos

Science Simplified—Podcasts and Educational Videos



Enjoy digestible science content through short videos and podcasts. Hear from our scientists, collaborators, and industry leaders as they break down the science and significance of bio-based and biodegradable materials.

Textbooks & Learning Resources

Expand Your Knowledge with Comprehensive Resources


Our team of scientists and researchers have contributed to key educational materials that advance
understanding of bio-based chemistry, sustainable materials, and biodegradability.

Available Resources:


Rethinking Polyester Polyurethanes: Algae-based Renewable, Sustainable,
Biodegradable, and Recyclable Materials.

Pomeroy RS, Simkovsky R, Carcellar F, Rajput BS, Samoylov AA, Phung Hai TA, Gunawan NR, Read MT, Brown WR, Tessman M, Kuntasal B, Modi M, Wiatrowski M, Tan ECD, Davis R, Neelakantan N, Pourahmady N, Cooke T, Mayfield SP, Burkart MD, (2023).

Plastic Biodegradation.

Tessman M, Scofield GB, O’Shea KA, (2025).