Shiru
Shiru leverages ML to create proteins to feed the world sustainably.
Y CombinatorSummer 2019ActiveHealthcareIndustrial BioAI-powered Drug DiscoveryCellular AgricultureMachine Learning
What they do
Problem
The company addresses the need for sustainable protein sources to feed a growing global population while reducing environmental impact.
Solution
It uses machine learning to discover and develop novel functional proteins for food and other applications.
Who it's for
Food and consumer packaged goods companies that need sustainable protein ingredients.
Founders
Jasmin Hume
Founder
Company timeline
- Founded2019
- YC batchSummer 2019
- StatusActive
- Team size4 people
- LocationEmeryville, CA, USA
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