Natural antimicrobial product for reducing fermentation contamination
A natural, low-cost antimicrobial product designed to control Gram-positive bacterial contamination in fermentation processes. It allows the growth of beneficial Gram-negative bacteria and fungi, improving production efficiency and reducing costs.
Overview
Altaecore Corp has developed an innovative natural antimicrobial product that effectively controls Gram-positive bacterial contamination in fermentation facilities. This cost-effective solution is supplied as a 500× concentrate and is non-biohazardous, making it ideal for use as a media additive in large-scale industrial fermentations. It supports fermentation processes by selectively eliminating Gram-positive bacteria, thereby reducing contamination risk and supporting strategies for improved fermentation stability and reliability.
Technical specifications
Key features:
- Targets and eliminates a broad range of Gram-positive bacteria, including spore-forming species.
- Compatible with Gram-negative bacteria, such as E. coli, and fungi, allowing their normal growth.
- Supplied as a 500× concentrate, facilitating easy integration into existing fermentation media.
- Non-biohazardous and naturally consumed by production organisms during fermentation.
Technology readiness level
The technology is currently at TRL 5, indicating that it has been validated in a relevant environment at lab scale and in small-batch fermentations. Future validation plans include collaboration with industry partners to assess its performance in small-scale industrial fermentations and larger-scale processes.
About Altaecore Corp
Altaecore Corp is a biotechnology company co-founded by Alexander Kinev and Vadim Beilinson that focuses on developing natural antimicrobial peptides (NAMPs). The company utilizes a proprietary process to produce these peptides at an industrial scale, offering a sustainable, non-synthetic alternative to traditional chemicals and antibiotics. Their technology is designed to be stable, water-soluble, and effective at combatting pathogenic bacteria without contributing to antimicrobial resistance, providing a neutral profile suitable for integration into various commercial applications.
The company targets multiple sectors, including consumer products, natural cosmetics, food and beverage preservation, and biotechnology, where it aims to solve critical challenges such as microbial contamination. By providing targeted protection, Altaecore's NAMPs are intended to help manufacturers safeguard production yields, reduce downtime, and improve process reliability in high-volume biomanufacturing environments. Headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, the company operates as a startup focused on leveraging natural defense mechanisms to drive innovation and sustainability across these industries.
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