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They focus on technology, commercial product innovation, and branding as well as intellectual property portfolio building in the area of ‘cell-based’ animal protein food products.

Brevel developed a disruptive cultivation technology for sustainable, low cost and high quality production of microalgae for various yet untapped markets. The technology is based on high-tech indoor, sterile and fully automated systems which are illuminated from within at high intensity. The technology enables the surprising results of more than 90% cost reduction and up to 200 higher yields compared to current alternatives. Brevel is using the advantageous production capabilities to enter multiple markets where microalgae derived products are needed.

Producer of fats for plant-based foods intended to provide alternative protein with fats. The company creates yeast cell factories through bioengineering technology that can dictate the structure and properties of the fats that microbes are producing, enabling producers and food manufacturers to make plant-based foods as healthy and tasty as animal-based foods.

Mooji Meats is developing Meat 2.0, the next generation of ethical and sustainable meat.

Producer of plant-based meat intended to provide healthy food and meat alternatives. The company focuses on making healthier plant-based versions of what is typically categorized as junk food, using animal-free ingredients, enabling consumers to have healthy and animal-free food items.

Novel Farms, Inc. specializes in the production of cell-based meat products aimed at ethical consumers. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company focuses on developing innovative 3D bioscaffolds that are cruelty-free, cost-effective, and customizable. These bioscaffolds facilitate the co-culturing of fat and muscle cells, essential for achieving the desired marbling and texture in cell-based meats. By leveraging synthetic biology, Novel Farms seeks to enhance the structure and flavor profiles of these products, ultimately aiming to recreate the taste and texture of traditional meats such as Jamon Iberico. The company's mission is to transform cell-based meat into a premium culinary experience for the next generation of conscious eaters while addressing key challenges in the cellular agriculture industry.