Sensible Biotechnologies
Sensible Biotechnologies, formerly known as Genbiotics, is a healthcare company based in Oxford, England, and Bratislava, Slovakia, specializing in the development of a cell-based platform for the cost-efficient production of high-quality mRNA.
Company History
Sensible Biotechnologies, formerly known as Genbiotics, was founded in 2021. Based in Oxford, England, United Kingdom, and Bratislava, Slovakia, the company operates in the healthcare industry, specifically within the therapeutics sub-industry. As a member of the Y-Combinator S21 batch, Sensible Biotechnologies has established itself as a key player in mRNA manufacturing technologies. The company raised $4.2 million in a pre-seed financing round to support its development efforts.
Services
Sensible Biotechnologies focuses on developing cost-efficient manufacturing platforms for high-quality mRNA. The company has a strategic partnership with Ginkgo Bioworks, aimed at creating an in vivo microbial mRNA manufacturing platform. This collaboration leverages Sensible Biotechnologies' expertise in cell engineering and mRNA quality control to innovate and streamline mRNA production processes.
Locations
Sensible Biotechnologies is headquartered in Oxford, England, and Bratislava, Slovakia. The company operates within the United Kingdom, Slovakia, and other parts of Europe. It supports a partly remote working environment, providing flexibility for various team members. The team currently consists of 17 members, with ongoing recruitment for roles including cell engineers, bioprocess engineers, mRNA Quality Control analysts, and RNA computational biologists at their Oxford location.
Industry and Sector
Sensible Biotechnologies operates in the healthcare industry, specialized within the therapeutics sub-industry. The company's primary focus is on developing innovative platforms for the manufacturing of high-quality mRNA. This niche area is crucial for advancements in medical treatments and therapeutics, particularly in the context of emerging biological and medical research and applications.