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HIDROBAC. Science addressing water stress.

Technology developed at Universidad de Concepción, based on hydrogels and beneficial bacteria, intended to mitigate water stress in plants.

Not-to-scale illustration of roots and hydrogel granules in soil
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Conceptual representation, not to scale. Information based on public sources from Universidad de Concepción.

Hydrogels.
Microorganisms.
New possibilities.

Licensed technology

UdeC's Faculty of Agronomy reported that the technology was licensed to Gazalez e Hija in 2025.

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Two components,
one research purpose.

Hydrogel matrix
Biopolymers studied for their water-retention capacity.
Beneficial bacteria
Microorganisms incorporated into the matrix to explore their application in plants.
Water stress
The agricultural challenge this technology addresses.
Conceptual description. Results depend on validation and application conditions.

GAZAL's role

Participating in the transfer to industry of a technology originating at Universidad de Concepción. Its scientific origin and licensing relationship underpin this innovation area.

Status and scope

The license is the publicly confirmed milestone. This presentation is informational: it is not an offer for sale, a claim of exclusivity or a performance certification.

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