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Pioneering the future of seafood through cellular aquaculture.

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What we are

Cell4Food is a deep tech biotechnology startup with a B2B licensing-based business model aiming to develop cellular agriculture technologies to produce fish, molluscs and crustacean cell-based food products.

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What We Do

Our Technological Platform

Combining cell lines, tailored media, and bioreactor systems to develop marine cell-based seafood biomass through cellular aquaculture.

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Our Values

A. Non-invasive biopsies for ethical science

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B. Cell isolation from animal tissues

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C. Cell expansion and duplication in bioreactors

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D. Harvesting and processing for the final product

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The advantages

  • Sustainability

    Cellular food production requires less land, water, and other resources compared to traditional aquaculture.

  • Environmental Impact

    Cellular food production does not generate any waste or pollutants, which makes it an environmentally friendly option.

  • Novelty

    Cellular food is a novel and innovative technology that can capture the interest of consumers who are looking for sustainable and ethical food options.

  • Nutritional Value

    Cellular food can be designed to have specific nutritional profiles, making it a healthier and more nutritious option compared to traditional aquaculture products.

  • Food Safety

    Cellular food is produced in a controlled environment, which eliminates the risk ofcontamination from bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens that are common in traditional aquaculture.

  • Scalability

    Cellular food production can be scaled up easily, which makes it a more efficient and cost-effective option compared to traditional aquaculture.

  • Animal Welfare

    Cellular food production does not involve any animal cruelty or exploitation, unlike traditional aquaculture.

The Team

The team combines unique, senior level, interdisciplinary technical and management knowledge, skills and experience that brings the chance for a disruptive technology development company programme.

Partnerships

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Research Hubs

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Memberships

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