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Explore how BioMADE is securing the future of the US through bioindustrial manufacturing innovation
While‘ biotechnology’ and‘ bioindustrial manufacturing’ may sound like new concepts, in fact, the processes are based on fermentation, which was first harnessed by humans over 10,000 years ago. Today, innovative American companies are using advanced biological processes to safely manufacture everyday products ranging from chemicals and materials, to plastics, textiles, and more. Yet, many believe that the US currently lacks the pilot-scale biomanufacturing infrastructure to assist these companies in scaling up their biobased products from the lab bench to full commercialization.
With a vision to address this infrastructure shortage and build a sustainable, domestic end-to-end bioindustrial manufacturing ecosystem, in 2020, the US Department of Defense created the Bioindustrial Manufacturing And Design Ecosystem, or BioMADE, to develop technologies that enhance American competitiveness in the bioindustrial sector. The Institute’ s innovations are designed to mitigate investment risks in relevant infrastructure and expand the biomanufacturing workforce. Jill Zullo, Executive Vice President and COO, shares comprehensive insights into BioMADE’ s mission and the ongoing development of its pilot-scale bioindustrial manufacturing facilities.
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