Birch Biosciences
YC S22Portland, US · Founded 2021 · 10 employees · 4 known investors
Birch Biosciences develops enzyme-based plastic recycling technologies using green chemistry and machine learning to transform plastic waste into reusable material. The company targets the plastic resin market with solutions for industrial and commercial recycling applications.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningBiotechCircular EconomyCleantechClimate TechMachine LearningSynthetic BiologyClimateClimateTechUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S22)
Birch Biosciences was founded in 2021 by Johan Kers.
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Johan KersinFounderHe has 15 years of experience in synthetic biology and genetic engineering at companies including Absci and Ginkgo Bioworks, with a PhD from Cornell University and postdoctoral training at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Investors · 4
Olive Tree CapitalBoston
Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K
Elevate CapitalreportedBeaverton · $2M – $25M
Also in the syndicate · 1
Tuck Social Venture Fund
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Birch Biosciences do?
- Birch Biosciences develops enzyme-based plastic recycling technologies using green chemistry and machine learning to transform plastic waste into reusable material. The company targets the plastic resin market with solutions for industrial and commercial recycling applications.
- Who founded Birch Biosciences?
- Birch Biosciences was founded by Johan Kers in 2021.
- Who are Birch Biosciences's investors?
- Birch Biosciences's investors include Olive Tree Capital, Y Combinator, Elevate Capital.
- Where is Birch Biosciences headquartered?
- Birch Biosciences is headquartered in Portland, US.