Umami Bioworks
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| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Website | https://umamibioworks.com/ |
| Vertical(s) | Food & Agriculture |
| Headquarters | Singapore |
| Technology Readiness Level | Development (TRL 4-6) |
Umami Bioworks 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[1].
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[2].
Funding
The company raised US$2.4 million in their pre-seed round in March 2022, led by Better Bite Ventures and Genedant[3].
| Funding History | |
|---|---|
| Investor | Round |
| Better Bite Ventures | Pre-Seed |
| Genedant | Pre-Seed |
| Cult Food Science | Pre-Seed |
| Impact Venture | Pre-Seed |
| Katapult Ocean | Pre-Seed |
| Plug & Play Venture Group | Pre-Seed |
| Prithvi Ventures | Pre-Seed |
| The Yield Lab Asia Pacific | Pre-Seed |
| Venture for America | Pre-Seed |
Note: This list is community-maintained and may be incomplete or contain inaccuracies.
References
- ↑ "Technology". Umami Bioworks. Retrieved 2026-01-03.
- ↑ "Maruha Nichiro and UMAMI Bioworks begin joint development of cell-based tuna for commercialization – FoovoBridge" (in 日本語). 2025-08-02. Retrieved 2025-12-31.
- ↑ Buxton, Amy (2022-03-02). "Singapore's Umami Meats Nets $2.4 Million For 'Cultivated, Not Caught' Seafood". Green Queen. Retrieved 2026-01-03.