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Publications, case studies, and data from the EU-funded OLIWA initiative
OLIWA Hits First WP3 Milestone: Pioneering Insect Bioconversion Presented at GR-I-CE 2026
As part of its mission to transform Mediterranean agricultural residues into high-value resources, the OLIWA Project has successfully reached its first major experimental milestone in Work Package 3 (Use of Olive Byproducts as Substrate for Insects). The preliminary results of this pioneering research were officially presented at the GR-I-CE 2026 conference in Athens (May 10th–13th), a leading international platform dedicated to advancing green technologies and circular economy solutions....
OLIWA Shares the Stage with Environmental Icons at Riccio Day 2026 in Turin (N)
OLIWA project (co-funded by the European Union's PRIMA program) took center stage at the prestigious “Riccio Day 2026” (Hedgehog Day 2026). Organized by the "La Ninna Association" at the Valdocco Theater in Turin last night, Saturday, April 18, this major environmental advocacy event was a massive success, gathering over 750 attendees in person and broadcasting live to thousands more on Facebook. Set against a backdrop of live music by acclaimed artist Alberto Fortis, the evening brought...
Scaling Up Innovation: UNITO Unveils Upgraded Research Facility for OLIWA Bioconversion Activities
As the OLIWA project advances its mission to upcycle Mediterranean olive waste, the infrastructure supporting this cutting-edge research is scaling up to meet the challenge. On June 22nd, 2026, the University of Turin (UNITO) held a public presentation at its research complex in Carmagnola (Strada Torino 620) to unveil major facility improvements. These upgraded infrastructures will directly host and accelerate UNITO’s crucial activities for the OLIWA project. Upgrading Bioconversion...
Knowledge Repository
The OLIWA Knowledge Repository
An in-depth archive containing peer‑reviewed articles, methodologies, case studies, and dissemination materials developed by 25 international partners—all focused on transforming olive by-products into scalable circular economy solutions
Circular Economy
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🧠 Research & Scientific Journals
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Journal of Food Science & Technology
Articles on olive extract applications in food, feed and packaging
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Green Chemistry (RSC Publishing)
Research on extraction methods and bio-refinery integration
https://pubs.rsc.org/en/journals/journalissues/gc
🎥 Media & Outreach
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OLIWA Press Release (PDF)
Official announcement of the project launch and consortium overview
https://www.oliwa-project.xyz/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ENG_Press-Release-Oliwa.pdf -
PRIMA Webinar Archive
Recordings and presentations from collaborative events and partner workshops
https://prima-med.org/webinars
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