Ourobio
Indianapolis, US · Founded 2020 · 2 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors
Ourobio develops engineered microorganisms that convert industrial byproducts into biomaterials using synthetic biology. The company targets industries seeking sustainable alternatives to petroleum-derived chemicals and materials.
Founders & leadership
Ourobio was founded in 2020 by Alec Brewer and Kobe Rogers.
Investors · 1
Competitors · 2
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Non-dilutive funding · 2 SBIR/STTR awards
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | Phase I | 2023 | $100K |
| Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | Phase I | 2021 | $100K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Ourobio do?
- Ourobio develops engineered microorganisms that convert industrial byproducts into biomaterials using synthetic biology. The company targets industries seeking sustainable alternatives to petroleum-derived chemicals and materials.
- Who founded Ourobio?
- Ourobio was founded by Alec Brewer, Kobe Rogers in 2020.
- Who are Ourobio's investors?
- Ourobio's investors include Lighthouse Network Ventures Llc.
- Where is Ourobio headquartered?
- Ourobio is headquartered in Indianapolis, US.