Locations
Alexandria, VA, USA · Manassas, VA, USA
industry
Biotechnology · DeepTech
Size
11-50 employees
Stage
Other
founded in
2020
Capra Biosciences is revolutionizing chemical production with its patented bioreactor technology, which transforms waste into high-performance renewable chemicals. The company specializes in producing clean and sustainable hydrophobic chemicals that are difficult to create using traditional fermentation methods. Their innovative approach utilizes biofilms—natural microorganisms—to manufacture complex products like retinol, offering greener alternatives to conventional petrochemical processes. With a focus on sustainability and cost-efficiency, Capra is positioned to lead in the bio-based chemical market, demonstrating significant traction with a recent $7.5 million funding to scale pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing.
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