Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
UK biotech start-ups to spark innovations to improve our lives
From healthcare to food production, seven biotech start-ups have joined a government-backed business incubator to bring innovations to market and improve lives
The DeepTech Catalyst Biotech Incubator (DTC Bio) is a collaboration between the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) and the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC).
Shaping a better tomorrow
Addressing a range of real-world challenges, the latest businesses to join the DTC Bio are:
Oshun Labs: developing functional products derived from seaweed to support women during and after menopause, helping reduce long-term health risks such as heart disease
GutSee Health: using AI and virus-based therapies to remove harmful bacteria, offering more targeted treatments for infected wounds and gut infections
The Good Pulse Company: helping cheese manufacturers make healthier, better-tasting, more nutritious and more sustainable plant-based cheese, with no additives and lower production costs
Avigen: working with drug developers to help predict which cancer immunotherapy treatments are most likely to be effective
Grouse Fibres: turning surplus milk waste into fibres that help soil retain water, supporting plant growth and creating more sustainable materials
RevoNA Bio: developing new ways to protect plants and animals from disease, reducing the need for traditional chemical treatments
Demeter Bio: creating alternatives to so-called ‘forever chemicals’, using natural waste to make water-resistant and durable materials.
Improving lives, creating jobs
Science Minister, Lord Vallance said:
British science is among the best in the world. Turning our research strength into businesses that bring innovation to market, we can ensure our science sector continues to lead the field while also improving lives and creating new jobs.
From supporting women through menopause to making farming more sustainable, these innovations use our homegrown scientific talent to tackle real problems and unlock benefits for communities across the country.
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