Berkeley Yeast bioengineers yeast strains that elevate fermentation for brewers and beyond.
Berkeley Yeast engineers yeast strains to help brewers create beers that are delicious and sustainable. The company was founded by Berkeley PhDs in 2017. Its headquarters is based in Oakland, California. They consume around the world, from regional specialties to staples used by billions of people daily. This includes beer and wine, but also bread, cheese, vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce, kombucha, miso, chocolate, and others. The list is long and reveals a broad and exciting horizon.
Announced Date | Round | Money Raised | Number of Investors | Lead Investors | Post Valuation | |
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Aug 15, 2018 | Grant | $1.44M | 1 | National Science Foundation | — | Detail |
Jun 27, 2017 | Grant | $225K | 1 | National Science Foundation | — | Detail |
Investor Name | Lead Investor | Funding Round |
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National Science Foundation | Yes | Grant |