Biomade

Members: University of California, Berkeley, R2DIO, Antheia, Geno, Amyris, Oobli

BioMADE works to create and domestically source manufactured goods using biology. The page states that up to 60% of materials in the global consumer product supply chain can be produced using biology.

Members: University of California, Davis, Boston University, University of Texas-Austin, Johns Hopkins University, University of Georgia, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

The page states that the U.S. bioindustrial bioeconomy supported nearly 650,000 jobs in 2023, with the number expected to reach at least one million by the end of the decade.

Members: University of Hawai‘i, Hilo, National Corn-to-Ethanol Research Center

Members: STEMconnector, University of California, Davis School of Chemical Engineering

Members: University of Texas, Austin and Austin Community College

Through this project, a team of experts at the Biomanufacturing Training and Education Center at North Carolina State University created a unique course that provides a comprehensive introduction to biomanufacturing and its role in the industrial biotechnology landscape. The course covers:

The page describes 2025 developments in the domestic bioindustrial manufacturing industry, including new commercial and defense products, federal policy, and infrastructure investments.

With funding from the U.S. Department of War and the U.S. National Science Foundation, these projects will support the production of critically needed goods and materials, strengthen the domestic supply chain, and build a 21st&a

Survey finds that the majority of Americans want more bio-based products, increased federal investment, and strategic action to stay ahead of global competitors

Located near Ames, the new facility will provide critical biomanufacturing infrastructure in the U.S. as part of BioMADE’s Pilot Plant Network, demonstrating a joint commitment between Governor Kim Reynolds and BioMADE to establish the State of Iowa as a biomanufacturing hub and support rural econom

BioMADE has open roles in technology and innovation, education and workforce development, manufacturing infrastructure, and operations.

Members: Biocom California Institute, Ohlone College, Skyline College

Christine Lee is BioMADE’s Director of Communications, managing external communications and events. She holds an M.A. in Strategic Communications from the University of Minnesota and has over a decade of experience with environmental and sustainability issues.

Clem Fortman is BioMADE’s Program Director of Technology and previously worked as a staff scientist at the University of California, Berkeley, and a synthetic biology subject matter expert for the Department of Defense.

The US bioeconomy is worth $950 billion, and growing, thanks to these federal policies

Jayne Laiprasert is BioMADE’s General Counsel. She has 16 years of experience in private legal practice, including as a principal at Bartko Zankel Bunzel & Miller in San Francisco, and has represented clients on intellectual property, privacy and security, and commercial contract matters.

BioMADE’s mission is to enable domestic bioindustrial manufacturing at all scales, develop technologies to enhance U.S. bioindustrial competitiveness, de-risk investment in relevant infrastructure, and expand the biomanufacturing workforce to realize the economic promise of industrial biotechnology.

BioMADE helps large companies identify products for their value chains and address product innovation and consumer demand goals. BioMADE members make bio-based ingredients and precursors that can fit into existing supply chains.

The page shares information about Project Calls, events, and updates.

The form begins the application process. BioMADE sends an email confirmation after submission, and staff follow up shortly.

BioMADE can help large companies, including retailers, wholesale suppliers, consumer brands, and others identify new products in their value chain and meet their corporate goals related to product innovation and meeting consumer demand.

The page describes how bioindustrial manufacturing can use biology to produce goods such as plastics, chemicals, materials, and clothing in the U.S.

The page describes how bioindustrial manufacturing can use biology to produce goods such as plastics, chemicals, materials, and clothing in the U.S.

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BioMADE is a Manufacturing Innovation Institute sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense and a member of Manufacturing USA, a national network focused on advanced manufacturing, supply chains, technology, education, and workforce development.