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{{PAGENAME}} is a Singapore-based startup developing cell cultured seafood. It was previously known as Umami Meats, prior to its' merging with [[Shiok Meats]] in 2024. ==Technology== The startup uses a machine learning (ML)-driven process to design and develop cultivated or hybrid cell-cultured products. The ML platform helps to parameters such as cell line selection, media development, process controls, and taste profiles<ref>{{Cite web |title=Technology |url=https://umamibioworks.com/technology/ |access-date=2026-01-03 |website=Umami Bioworks |language=en-US}}</ref>. ==Traction== In May 2025, the startup announced the signing of a joint development agreement with Maruha Nichiro, one of the largest seafood companies in Japan, to develop and commercialise cell-cultivated tuna<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-08-02 |title=Maruha Nichiro and UMAMI Bioworks begin joint development of cell-based tuna for commercialization – FoovoBridge |url=https://foodtech-japan.com/FoovoBridge/2025/05/21/maruha-nichiro-and-umami-bioworks/ |access-date=2025-12-31 |language=ja}}</ref>. ==Funding== The company raised US$2.4 million in their pre-seed round in March 2022, led by [[Better Bite Ventures]] and [[Genedant]]<ref>{{Cite web |last=Buxton |first=Amy |date=2022-03-02 |title=Singapore's Umami Meats Nets $2.4 Million For 'Cultivated, Not Caught' Seafood |url=https://www.greenqueen.com.hk/umami-meats-cultivated-seafood/ |access-date=2026-01-03 |website=Green Queen |language=en-US}}</ref>.{{Startup/Funding history}} == References == {{Reflist}}

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