Investment-Founder Dinner Series: Biomaterials

♻ What's hot in biomaterials, according to investors. 🌱 In our first-ever #InvestorInsight, Matthew sat down with three members of our #BioCapitalNetwork to hear their thoughts on the rapidly growing sector of #biomaterials - featuring Sarah from Zero Carbon Capital, Elisabetta from Rockstart and Joshua from Sustainable Ventures. 💭 Read on for insights on how each fund decides what to invest in, examples of the incredible biomaterial companies these investors have backed to date, what differentiates a biomaterial investment opportunity and practical advice for any biomaterial start-up currently fundraising. 🚀 Featuring highly innovative portfolio companies Biozeroc, Agoprene, Beyond Leather Materials ApS, Biotic, peelo, Biophilica, Mykor, PlantSea and Radiant Matter. Read the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eeFTx9MV Active investor in the life sciences? Join the #BioCapitalNetwork here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eepcRVXQ Founder of C-suite of a life science company? Join the #BioFounderClub here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eqERqDzB #biobased #sustainablematerials #venturecapital #investment #circulareconomy #startup #innovation

Ukhi, a biomaterials startup focused on sustainable packaging solutions, has raised $1.2M in pre-seed funding. The round included contributions from 100Unicorns, Venture Catalysts, SIDBI Venture Capital Ltd, and angel investor Avtar Monga. These fresh funds are set to enhance Ukhi’s production capabilities and further its materials research for compostable biomaterials created from agricultural waste. Sakshi Rathore | Infomance https://lnkd.in/eDKn_8g5 #CleanTech #Sustainability #ESG

Biotech startup AmphiStar, a leader in sustainable surfactant products, has recently been awarded a €2 million non-dilutive grant from SPRIN-D (Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation). This brings the total funding secured by the Belgian innovator to €10 million this year. AmphiStar’s biotechnology platform utilizes synthetic biology to develop custom molecules that meet specific performance requirements. These tailor-made biosurfactants, derived from organic waste and side streams, not only provide an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional chemically produced surfactants (fossil- and biobased) and other commercial microbial biosurfactants, but also open up new opportunities for innovation in the cleaning, cosmetics, and personal care industries. Pierre-Franck VALENTIN, Sophie Roelants, Bernd Everaert To share your startup story write us on - [email protected] #Amphistar #biotechnology #Innovation #News #startup #Funding #fundraising https://lnkd.in/gTRfGkeA

📢 Danish Biotech Startup Raises €49m for Eco-Friendly Cellulose 💰 Danish biotech startup CELLUGY® has raised €4.9m in seed financing to develop its bio-fabricated cellulose production platform. The funding, led by ICIG Ventures and Unconventional Ventures, will accelerate the deployment and commercialization of Cellugy's EcoFLEXY fermentation platform and support product co-development partnerships. Cellugy aims to replace petrochemical ingredients in personal care products with its fully bio-based and biodegradable alternatives. The global cosmetics market is predicted to reach $415.29bn by 2028, providing significant opportunities for sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions like Cellugy's. #BioprocessUpdates #biotechstartup #seedfinancing #biofabricatedcellulose #EcoFLEXY #fermentationplatform #sustainablealternatives #biodegradable #personalcareproducts #cosmeticsindustry #environmentallyfriendly #ICIGVentures #UnconventionalVentures #productcodevelopment #celluloseproduction #globalmarketopportunities ▷ Read the full article here: 📎 https://lnkd.in/dG5Qgc-a

Delhi-based Biomaterials Startup 'Ukhi' gains $1.2 million in Pre-seed Funding Ukhi, a biomaterials firm, has raised $1.2 million in its pre-seed round of funding. News: https://qrcd.org/7Uzv Priyanka Chauhan, Vishal Vivek, and Sundeep Kumar Tyagi, Co-founded, Ukhi #biomaterialsfirm #lignocellulosicagricultural #conventionalplastics #sustainablesolutions

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🌱 Another path toward composites sustainability, really? 🌱 As I continue my deep dive into the world of composite material recycling, I’m equally fascinated by alternative approaches to achieving sustainability in this space. One such path is BIO COMPOSITES—materials that could redefine our relationship with natural resources. Today, I came across an intriguing list by Tracxn featuring the Top 10 Bio Composites Startups: 1️⃣ Ecovative - the mycelium technology company 2️⃣ RENEWCELL (M) SDN BHD 3️⃣ SPINNOVA® 4️⃣ Woodoo 5️⃣ Kineco Exel Composites India 6️⃣ ECOR Global 7️⃣ 3DBioFibR Inc. 8️⃣ Spiderwort Biotechnologies Inc. 9️⃣ LEKO Labs 🔟 INCA Renewtech It’s inspiring to see innovation blossoming in this field, yet I’m left wondering: 🔍 What’s your take on bio composites? 💡 Which companies or technologies are missing from this list? Let’s ignite a conversation about new possibilities for composites sustainability. 🚀 #Sustainability #Composites #Innovation #BioComposites #Recycling

🍫 The current global shortage of cocoa highlights just how fragile the food industry is in the face of climate change. A new startup from the Wyss found a solution in an unusual place: bacteria. 🦠 Circe Bioscience has used genetically engineered microbes to produce cocoa butter in the lab that’s identical to the real stuff. 🌎 But they’re not stopping at chocolate. Circe’s technology has the potential to produce sugars, fats, biodegradable plastics, and biofuels - all using only CO2, water, and electricity as inputs. It offers a way to dramatically reduce the carbon footprint of a wide variety of industries by using life itself to manufacture the materials we need to support both human development and our planet’s health. #Sustainability #Manufacturing #CocoaShortage #Startup #Entrepreneurship #GreenTech https://lnkd.in/e8iuqNGH

Meet Ishwa Patel, an aspiring entrepreneur from the Biotechnology Department of Parul Institute of Technology, and the founder of EarthyPlast—a startup incubated at PIERC that's reshaping sustainability! 🌍✨ At EarthyPlast, Ishwa is tackling the challenge of high costs in the bioplastics industry by innovating affordable solutions. Her primary focus? Replacing LDPE-based products in the packaging sector with sustainable alternatives. Currently in the prototype stage, Ishwa's dedication has already earned her an ₹85,000 grant to bring her vision to life. 💡 Follow Ishwa’s journey as she pioneers the future of eco-friendly packaging—proof that with passion and innovation, change is possible. 🚀💚 Juned Shaikh KARNATAKAM SREENIVAS #pierc_pu #paruluniversity #PiercstartupStories #SustainabilityInFocus #WomenInInnovation

The BioE3 policy is shaping India's biotech landscape by fostering an ecosystem that drives innovation, strengthens collaborations, and encourages entrepreneurship. With a focus on sustainability, digitalization, and cutting-edge technologies, this policy is set to elevate India as a global biotech leader. Read more about the impact of BioE3 here #Biotech #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Collaboration #BioE3 #IndiaBiotech #LifeSciences #Sustainability BioSpectrum India Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) Department of Biotechnology