Author: Lea Primožič

Project REMEDY (Archibiome tattoo for resistant, responsive, and resilient cities), coordinated by Dr. Anna Sandak, InnoRenew CoE, UP IAM researcher, was featured in the newly published EU-IN Horizon Scanning Report – Engineered living materials for in situ production of therapeutics by the European Medicines Agency.

The project was presented as one of the relevant examples from the ongoing EIC Pathfinder Challenge on Engineered Living Materials (ELMs), launched by the European Innovation Council (EIC).

The REMEDY project aims to develop an archibione tattoo that uses living microbes for functional decoration, biotherapeutic effects and sustainability benefits such as carbon sequestration and bioremediation. Remedy brings life to materials.

You can read the recently published report here: Engineered living materials for in situ production of therapeutics

You can read more about the Remedy project here: https://eic-remedy.eu/?lang=en&pagename=home

The REMEDY project, funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe programme (European Innovation Council), held its 1st progress meeting.

All project partners gathered online to discuss key project activities of each work package, discuss common challenges and plan for the project’s next tasks. Additionally, the financial aspects and reporting was presented.

The project REMEDY aims to achieve a breakthrough in fundamental research in microbiology and synthetic biology, transfer the know-how to materials science in the form of engineered living materials, and develop compatible biofabrication processes that allow personalised design in the architectural context.

For more information about REMEDY, visit the LinkedIn profile.

Dr. Wojciech Pajerski, InnoRenew CoE researcher, is attending the 50th World Chemistry Congress (50WCC), in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

He is presenting the InnoRenew CoE’s sustainable research vision and bioinspired approach to materials science. Specifically, Dr. Pajerski is showcasing the institute’s efforts in developing Engineered Living Materials (ELMs) through the following projects:

• REMEDY (Archibiome Tattoo for Resistant, Responsive, and Resilient Cities) – funded by the European Innovation Council (EIC)
• ARCHI-SKIN (Bioinspired living skin for architecture) – funded by the European Research Council (ERC)
• Biolumicoat (Bioluminescent microbial coating for architectural surfaces) – MSCA Seal of Excellence project supported by ARIS

We’re showcasing cutting-edge developments in engineered living materials and bioinspired technologies, supported by leading European and Slovenian research initiatives. Join us at LIGNA 2025 (26–30 May, Hannover, Germany), where InnoRenew CoE is proud to co-exhibit with Ledinek Engineering in Hall 27, Stand C20.

Dr. Anna Sandak at INL Colloquia Series 2025

Dr. Anna Sandak, InnoRenew CoE Deputy director, was a featured speaker for the May edition of the INL Colloquia Series 2025, held in Braga, Portugal.

In her talk »Designing with life: engineering the next generation of building materials« she shared her visionary work on Engineered Living Materials (ELMs) — a new class of bio-integrated materials that bring adaptability, self-regeneration, and environmental responsiveness into the built environment.

She highlighted the groundbreaking research from two major EU-funded projects: ARCHI-SKIN, which develops living coating systems for buildings using fungal biofilms, and REMEDY, a new initiative exploring bespoke, living layers for architecture — so-called archibiome tattoos — that blend aesthetics with functionality.

The INL Colloquia Series 2025 is an inspiring monthly event that delves into cutting-edge science and engineering. It brings together high-level, visionary researchers who are pushing the boundaries of their fields. Each month explores a new theme, sparking fresh perspectives and lively discussions.

Watch the video of Dr. Anna Sandak’s presentation bellow.

Dr. Anna Sandak at the Advanced Innovative Materials for Health workshop

Dr. Anna Sandak, REMEDY project coordinator, attended the Advanced Innovative Materials for Health workshop, held in Braga, Portugal. The event brought together researchers and innovators to explore the future of healthcare technologies, emphasizing the crucial role of new innovative materials such as Engineered Living Materials (ELMs).
REMEDY project was presented as part of the EIC ELMs portfolio, highlighting its contribution to shaping the future of healthcare, which lies in smart, safe, and sustainable innovation.
The workshop was organized by the European Commission’s Technology Council for Advanced Materials and INL – International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory, and was a great opportunity to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Dr. Anna Sandak and Dr. Anja Černoša, InnoRenew CoE researcher, attended the EIC Summit 2025, held 2 April 2025 in Brussels.

The EIC Summit is Europe’s prime event where deeptech meets policy. The event started with the opening speech of Michiel Scheffer, EIC Board President. Following where several workshops where participants could learn about innovation, investment, and business growth in sustainable and deep-tech industries. Key topics included leveraging research infrastructures, the role of intellectual property in scaling businesses, and AI innovation and regulatory challenges. Workshops also covered the benefits of EIC’s Business Acceleration Services and transitioning from technology to market, among others.

Attending the EIC Summit 2025 was a great opportunity to present the Remedy project to a vast audience while fostering new connections for future collaborations.

Dr. Anna Sandak, InnoRenew CoE Deputy director and EIC project REMEDY coordinator, and Dr. Anja Černoša, InnoRenew CoE researcher, attended the EIC Women Leadership Programme »A leadership journey for women shaping the future of deep-tech«, held 1 April 2025 in Brussels.

The European Innovation Council (EIC), in partnership with the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), is offering a skills enhancement and networking programme for women researchers and entrepreneurs, in order to support the role of women in innovation and tech.

Participants benefited from a tailored programme following a needs assessment, including specific training sessions with interactive exercises and discussions, networking events, personalised mentorship, and business-coaching schemes.

Dr. Anna Sandak and Dr. Anja Černoša attended the event in the framework of the EIC Pathfinder REMEDY project.