Our research is focused on harnessing cyanobacteria and other algae through scalable bioreactor technology to develop a nutrient rich, high protein, highly anti-inflammatory food ingredient that can be utilized as a climate proof protein source, vital for brain development, that can address nutrient deficiencies in impoverished countries greatly impacted by the effects of climate change world wide. At the University of Arizona we have developed and optimized low-cost photobioreactors for increased biomass productivity and a scalable strategy for spirulina production.
The alternative
protein ecosystem
Sofia Honeycutt
Researcher- Host institution: University of Arizona
- Position: Other
- Discipline: Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Nutritional science
- Alternative protein type: Plant-based
- Collaboration opportunities: Industry partnership, Joint research, Sharing equipment or facilities, Technical consultation
- Lab equipment: Biochemistry equipment
- Pilot equipment: None
- Region: North America
- Technology focus: End product formulation and manufacturing, Food safety and quality, Ingredient optimization
- Location: Arizona, United States