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Cultivated Biosciences is a food production company that develops specialized fat ingredients from oleaginous yeast. These ingredients enhance the creaminess and mouthfeel of plant-based dairy products, such as cheese and yogurt alternatives.

twig bio operates as a bioengineering startup. twig bio using AI and robotics to find sustainable replacements for harmful ingredients.

Uncaged Innovations develops sustainable alternatives to animal skin products. They create bio-based leather using plant materials and proprietary processing techniques, serving industries such as luxury fashion and automotives.

PoLoPo is a biotechnology company specializing in large-scale protein production tailored to specific requirements. It employs directed metabolic engineering techniques to enhance plants' capacity as protein factories, with a focus on increasing amino acid production for scalable protein generation.

Win-Win is a fermentation food tech company specializing in creating delicious, harm-free, and guilt-free alternative ingredients. Their products aim to be better for both the planet and its people.

New School Foods develops plant-based seafood products that mimic the texture, flavor, nutrition, and cooking experience of traditional seafood. Their initial product is a plant-based salmon filet, aiming to provide sustainable and healthier alternatives.

Arkeon Bio is a biotechnology company focused on addressing global food needs by converting carbon dioxide into organic protein ingredients. Utilizing proprietary technology, the company harnesses ancient microbes to transform inorganic gases into essential amino acids for food and lifestyle products. This innovative approach not only provides a sustainable source of nutrition but also contributes to environmental sustainability by capturing CO2 from industrial sources. Arkeon's mission centers on fostering a regenerative method of nourishing populations worldwide, aligning with contemporary demands for sustainable food production.

Bright Biotech pioneers sustainable protein production using tobacco plant chloroplasts. It offers affordable recombinant proteins for various applications, driving innovation in cellular agriculture and biotechnology.

Forsea is a cultivated meat company with proprietary, breakthrough technology to produce fish and seafood in a very similar way to nature.

BioRaptor is developing an innovative operating system specifically for biotech and biopharma companies. This platform harnesses artificial intelligence to ingest and harmonize data from diverse sources, empowering scientists to leverage scientific information effectively. By enabling the design of improved experiments and facilitating insightful analysis of experimental outcomes, BioRaptor supports data-driven decision-making within the industry. The company's focus is on enhancing productivity and providing valuable insights that can accelerate research and development processes in the biotech sector.

Nutropy produces real milk ingredients identical to those produced by cows, using microbes and fermentation. They develop premium cheese alternatives that offer the same taste as cow's cheese but are more sustainable, healthier, and better for animals.

Cultivated Biosciences is a food production company that develops specialized fat ingredients from oleaginous yeast. These ingredients enhance the creaminess and mouthfeel of plant-based dairy products, such as cheese and yogurt alternatives.

Loki Foods develops plant-based seafood designed as a sustainable alternative to conventional seafood and industrial fishing. The company focuses on Arctic-inspired, plant-based products that are nutritious, tasty, cookable, and affordable. Its offerings aim to provide high-protein, vitamin-rich foods that support healthy diets while reducing environmental impact. By replacing conventional seafood with plant-based substitutes, Loki Foods seeks to help preserve marine ecosystems and offer consumers a reliable, planet-friendly source of seafood that delivers comparable nutrition.

Tandem Repeat is a deep-tech company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, founded in 2018. The company specializes in the development of tunable, adaptable, and programmable protein-based bioderived materials, focusing on sustainable manufacturing solutions. Tandem Repeat operates primarily within the textile, medical, and cosmetic industries, offering innovative biopolymer-based textiles that leverage fermentation and biosynthesis technologies. This approach enables the creation of customizable and programmable textiles, positioning the company at the forefront of sustainable materials innovation.

Brevel develops innovative cultivation technology for sustainable, low-cost production of microalgae. Its high-tech, indoor, automated systems use internal illumination to achieve over 90% cost reduction and up to 200 times higher yields compared to traditional methods. Brevel targets various markets where microalgae-derived products are in demand.

Hyfé is a feedstock processing company that converts food waste and crop byproducts into feedstock for chemicals, materials, fuels, and foods using fungal fermentation. By upcycling waste generated in food manufacturing, Hyfé creates cost-competitive, sustainable alternative inputs that reduce reliance on petroleum and lower the carbon footprint across multiple industries.

Mooji Meats is a sustainable food manufacturing company that produces and sells plant-based steaks.

Nowadays is a producer of plant-based meat that aims to create affordable and scalable manufacturing solutions for whole cuts of plant-based products. The company specializes in developing healthier alternatives to traditional junk food, utilizing animal-free ingredients to cater to consumers seeking nutritious and sustainable options. By prioritizing health and sustainability, Nowadays strives to provide innovative meat alternatives that meet the growing demand for plant-based diets.

MeliBio, Inc. is a technology-driven company based in Oakland, California, founded in 2020 by Aaron M. Schaller, PhD, and Darko Mandich. The company specializes in producing vegan nectar products that serve as a molecularly identical alternative to traditional honey. By employing advancements in plant biology, precision fermentation, and synthetic biology, MeliBio creates honey without the involvement of bees, aiming to mitigate the negative impact of commercial bee farming on biodiversity. In 2023, MeliBio launched its consumer-facing brand, Mellody, further expanding its market presence. Recognized by TIME as one of the Best Inventions of 2021, MeliBio is committed to providing sustainable and innovative solutions in the food industry.

Omni is a plant-based pet food company from the UK, that is developing healthy, sustainable food for dogs.

Oshi specializes in developing and producing plant-based fish fillets using advanced technology. Their mission is to create delicious, nutritious, and sustainable alternatives to traditional fish products.

RAAAM Memory Technologies Ltd. specializes in innovative on-chip memory solutions designed for the semiconductor industry. The company has developed a high-density memory technology that significantly enhances memory capacity, providing up to 50% greater density compared to traditional options without incurring additional costs, complexity, or performance drawbacks. RAAAM's technology serves as a drop-in replacement for static random access memory (SRAM) in system on chips (SoCs), allowing semiconductor companies to achieve area and power reductions while utilizing standard CMOS manufacturing processes. This advancement enables clients to maximize on-chip memory capacity within a smaller silicon die size, streamlining production and improving efficiency.

Founded in 2019 and based in Mumbai, India, Evo Foods specializes in producing plant-based liquid eggs using proprietary technology and indigenous Indian ingredients like moong beans and peas. Their cholesterol-free product offers a high protein content and egg-like texture.