Our science – creating brighter lives
A longer life thanks to advanced biomedical materials. A safer life thanks to halogen-free flame retardants. A healthier life thanks to carefully formulated nutritional ingredients. DSM’s science helps make the world a better place – for people today and generations to come.
DSM scientists are constantly working on sustainable solutions for the challenges facing the world today. Many of these solutions are based on a successful cross-fertilization between Life Sciences and Materials Sciences.
Our science helps improve the health of people around the world. For example:
- Strong, long-lasting implants made from DSM biomedical materials mean less surgery and enhanced patient comfort.
- Our DHA-rich omega-3 powder provides the necessary nutritional level of omega-3 in baby milk formulas without adversely affecting the infants’ digestion.
- Advanced nutritional solutions developed by DSM - including vitamin/mineral mixes and enzymes - help combat hidden hunger.
And here’s how DSM innovations are helping to protect the planet:
- Considerable weight savings have been realized in the automotive and aviation industries thanks to DSM engineering plastics, composites and high-performance fibers. Less weight means less energy consumption and a lower eco-footprint.
- Solar energy is becoming more competitive now that DSM scientists have developed anti-reflective coatings that enhance the efficiency of solar cells.
- Skysails with Dyneema® reduce fuel consumption of container ships by up to 35%.
Sharing our knowledge for a better world
Our scientists are at the forefront of scientific developments.* By sharing our knowledge with the world we stimulate new developments, which in turn can help us work towards even better solutions for a better world.
* In 2010, DSM scientists published 208 scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals.
