The Industrial Biotechnology Catalyst helps businesses and researchers to develop innovative solutions to challenges in industrial biotechnology and bioenergy.
It will fund projects that develop biological processes, or a combination of biological and chemical approaches, in:
- Production of fine and speciality chemicals and natural products (for example fragrances, flavours, pharmaceutical intermediates)
- Production of commodity, platform and intermediate chemicals and materials (for example plastics, resins and textiles)
- Production of liquid and gaseous biofuels
- Production of peptides and proteins (for example enzymes, antibiotics, recombinant biologics)
- Novel or improved upstream or downstream processes to reduce costs or improve efficiency
Who can take part?
Any UK-registered business or academic undertaking research and development may apply for funding. Total project sizes can range from up to £250,000 for feasibility studies through to £10m for experimental development.
If you would like to find out more about the Industrial Biotechnology Catalyst and how to apply, click here.