Industrial Microbes
Industrial Microbes, based in Alameda, CA, designs and builds microbes to make chemical production greener and more cost-effective. The company, launched in November 2014, operates in the Healthcare and Industrial Bio industries and is part of Y Combinator's W15 batch.
Company Overview
Industrial Microbes is a healthcare company based in Alameda, CA, that operates within the industrial bio sub-industry. The company was launched in November 2014 and is part of Y Combinator's Winter 2015 (W15) batch. With a team of 12 members, Industrial Microbes focuses on creating greener chemicals at lower costs by designing and building specialized microbes. The company's mission is to collaborate with the world’s largest companies to utilize new raw materials and recycle waste for applications in chemical production, polymers, agriculture, and space exploration.
Services
Industrial Microbes provides services that involve designing and building microbes to make chemicals more environmentally friendly and cost-effective. The company works with large corporations to implement new raw materials and recycling waste processes. Their focus areas include chemical production, polymers, agriculture, and space exploration, contributing to sectors like carbon capture and removal, as well as bioplastics.
Company History
Founded in November 2014, Industrial Microbes quickly established itself in the healthcare and industrial bio industries. The company gained early traction by participating in Y Combinator's Winter 2015 batch. From the outset, Industrial Microbes has aimed to reduce environmental footprints and create cost-effective solutions by leveraging bioengineering techniques to design specialized microbes.
Remote and Partly Remote Options
Industrial Microbes offers flexible working options, including remote and partly remote positions. This aligns with their mission of serving regions across the United States of America, America/Canada, and beyond. Such options facilitate the company's ability to attract diverse talent and collaborate effectively regardless of geographical constraints.
Location and Team
Based in Alameda, CA, Industrial Microbes operates with a small but specialized team of 12 members. The company's strategic location in the Bay Area provides access to a rich ecosystem of biotechnology institutions and talent. The compact team structure allows for agility and close-knit collaboration, driving innovation in their complex bioengineering projects.