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MycoWorks
Startup company based in Emeryville, California From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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MycoWorks is a biotechnology company based in Emeryville, California[1] that produces leather-like products using a process involving mycelium. The company was founded in 2013 by Philip Ross, Sophia Wang, and Eddie Pavlu.[2]
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History
Co-founder and chief technical officer Phil Ross's work with mycelium began before the formation of the company,[specify] which has assisted in the company's developments.[3] In 2017, Matthew L. Scullin signed on as chief executive officer. In early 2020, the company raised Series A financing, and later that year, $45 million in Series B financing with Natalie Portman and John Legend participating.[4]
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Technology
Fine Mycelium is a patented technology by MycoWorks that attempts to influence cellular structures for increased strength and durability. The company uses the term to refer to both their process and the resulting materials intended for the fashion, footwear, automotive, and decor industry.
Products
Reishi was the first commercially available product from MycoWorks, followed by Reishi Doux, Reishi Natural, and Reishi Pebble in 2023.[5] The product has been used in a number of luxury retail items such as handbags [6] and hats.[7] Commercial-scale manufacturing began in September 2023 at a plant in Union, South Carolina.[8]
See also
- Ecovative Design – American construction materials manufacturer
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External links
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