Think you need marathon gym sessions to build muscle? Think again. A new FAU study reveals that just one to two focused sets per workout can lead to serious strength gains—no endless reps required. By analyzing dozens of studies, researchers found that training smart, not just hard, is the key. The secret? Prioritize quality over quantity, target muscles directly, and spread your sessions throughout the week. More isn’t always better—sometimes, it’s just wasted effort.

In 2021 PROMICON set out to support the bioeconomy by harnessing the power of microbiomes. Bringing together researchers from 10 institutions across 7 European countries, the consortium studied microbial communities in diverse ecosystems and translated this knowledge into real-world applications, developing new biotechnological solutions for the production of bioplastics, butanol, hydrogen, and other bio-based products.

Four years later, PROMICON delivered over 30 scientific publications, five targeted policy briefs, and a range of educational videos and tools designed to inform researchers, industry representatives and policymakers. Explore the project’s legacy in the newly released booklet and video.