Shiru

We're honored to announce that Shiru has been recognized as part of the 2024 FoodTech 500 by Forward Fooding. This recognition celebrates the most innovative companies worldwide at the intersection of food, technology, and sustainability. We're proud to be selected from over 1,420 applicants across 50+ countries who are pioneering the future of our food system. At Shiru, we're committed to discovering and commercializing better ingredients through the power of AI. This acknowledgment fuels our mission to create a more sustainable food system through innovation. Huge thanks to our incredible team, partners, and supporters and to Forward Fooding for this recognition. Curious to see all the groundbreaking companies on this year's list? Download the official 2024 FoodTech 500 white paper here: ?? https://lnkd.in/gM_Ap9HV

?? The most impactful food innovation happens at the intersection of science, technology, and collaboration. Tomorrow at Future Food-Tech, Shiru CEO, Jasmin Hume, PhD, joins industry pioneers to explore how AI-powered ingredient discovery is creating entirely new possibilities for sustainable food systems. Shiru stands at the center of this transformation. Our unique approach doesn't just identify novel ingredients, but accelerates the entire journey from lab to market. By combining computational biology with deep industry partnerships, we're helping brands develop functional, sustainable ingredients that deliver on both performance and purpose. In tomorrow's panel, Jasmin will discuss why the next generation of food innovation requires new collaboration models that bring together diverse expertise from across the value chain. If you're at the event, this is one conversation you won't want to miss! ?? Panel: Crafting Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships to Further the Future of Food? ?? March 13 ?? 4:10 p.m. #FutureFoodTech

Shiru and GreenLab, Inc. are joining forces to commercialize and scale sustainable protein production using GreenLab's proprietary corn expression system. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our mission to create sustainable ingredients that nourish billions without exhausting our planet's resources. ?? Our AI-powered protein discovery combined with GreenLab's corn-based expression platform creates a breakthrough production model for sustainable bioindustrial ingredients. ?? This partnership enables faster ingredient innovation, bringing sustainable solutions to market more quickly. ?? Corn-based protein production can outperform traditional fermentation methods, reducing costs and making novel proteins more affordable. ?? The system produces more protein with less energy, using plants as natural biofactories. We're excited to work closely with food and beverage partners to accelerate adoption of novel, high-value proteins. Together with GreenLab, we're fundamentally changing how the industry approaches ingredient production. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gt6HYrdh

?? Future Food-Tech is just a week away! On March 13th in San Francisco, Shiru CEO, Jasmin Hume, PhD Hume, will take the stage to discuss how AI-powered ingredient discovery is revolutionizing the future of food through smarter collaboration and accelerated innovation. At Shiru, we believe multi-stakeholder partnerships are essential, because transforming food systems requires both breakthrough science and commercial expertise. Our AI platform doesn't just discover novel ingredients. It creates a bridge between discovery and real-world impact, helping partners bring sustainable solutions to market with unprecedented speed. Jasmin will share insights alongside leaders from Synonym , Unilever, ICL Group, and Merrick & Company on what it takes to build successful partnerships that drive meaningful change. Will you be joining us at Future Food-Tech? Drop a comment below! ?? ?? Panel: Crafting Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships to Further the Future of Food? ?? March 13th ?? 4:10 p.m. #FutureFoodTech

?? AI is transforming food & ingredient discovery, and Shiru is leading the way. In this episode of An Hour of Innovation, Shiru CEO Jasmin Hume, PhD sat down with Vitaliy Lyoshin to discuss how AI and biotechnology are redefining ingredient development for food and personal care products. ?? Traditional ingredient R&D takes years. Shiru can do it in months. ?? OleoPro? is changing the game, offering a structured fat alternative that mimics animal fats while cutting 90% of the saturated fat. ?? AI is unlocking new protein discoveries that make food more sustainable, scalable, and functional. ?? Want to learn how AI is shaping the future of food? Watch/listen to Jasmin’s full conversation below. ?? Watch/Listen Here: ?? YouTube: Watch Here. https://lnkd.in/gbstr9ij ?? Spotify: Listen Here. https://lnkd.in/gjDTCqbz ?? Apple Podcasts: Listen Here. https://lnkd.in/gukiCx2R Let’s talk about the future of food! What role do you think AI will play in ingredient innovation? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

?? Join Shiru & Shape the Future of Sustainable Innovation! ?? At Shiru, we believe that nature holds the key to solving global challenges—and that AI-driven discovery can unlock these solutions faster than ever before. We are pioneering high-performance, sustainable proteins that are transforming food, agriculture, materials, and beyond. From next-generation food ingredients to bio-based materials and biopesticides, we’re not just innovating—we’re bringing real solutions to market through partnerships with industry leaders. And we’re looking for brilliant minds to join us on this mission. ?? We’re hiring for two key Research Associate roles in Berkeley, CA! ?? ?? Research Associate – Molecular Biology (https://lnkd.in/ggzuRR5q) ?? Research Associate – Protein Chemistry? (https://lnkd.in/gsfVcctQ) Why Shiru? ? Work on cutting-edge AI-powered discovery ?? ? Shape the future of sustainable ingredients & materials ?? ? Join a passionate, cross-disciplinary team of experts ?? ? Be part of a mission-driven company that is creating real impact ?? This is not just another research job—this is an opportunity to push the boundaries of what’s possible, working with a team that’s pushing innovation, sustainability, and scientific breakthroughs. ?? If this excites you, apply today or share with your network!

? A Milestone for Sweet Proteins & Ingredient Innovation ? The food and beverage industry is at a turning point. While consumer demand for healthier, more sustainable ingredients is rising, the challenge has always been scalability, functionality, and environmental impact. For decades, synthetic solutions have aimed to replace sugar and other problematic ingredients, but many have fallen short—either in taste, cost, consumer acceptance, or sustainability. That’s why it’s exciting to see Oobli's partnership with Ingredion Incorporated, a move that reinforces the critical role of protein-based sweeteners in the future of sugar reduction. This isn’t just about one collaboration—it’s about the broader industry shift toward science-backed, functional ingredients that deliver on taste, health, and sustainability without compromise. For CPG brands and ingredient companies, the message is clear: the future of formulation can’t rely on single, isolated solutions. It requires a systems-based approach that ideally integrates breakthrough discovery, scalable production, and seamless ingredient integration—all while prioritizing planetary health and long-term viability. Companies that embrace this shift will define the next era of food and beverage innovation. At Shiru, we are accelerating this transformation by unlocking the full potential of nature’s functional proteins—not just in sweeteners, but across food, personal care, and agriculture. The breakthroughs happening now set the stage for a more sustainable, ingredient-rich future, and we’re eager to collaborate with those who are ready to lead. Congratulations again to Oobli and Ingredion on this milestone, and to everyone working to push the boundaries of what’s possible in food and beverage. The industry is evolving—are you evolving with it? https://lnkd.in/gKriXKjP

The quest for better sweeteners isn't just about replacing sugar – it's a prime example of how AI can systematically unlock nature's solutions to our biggest food and beverage challenges. Through our ProteinDiscovery.ai platform, we're not starting from scratch, but rather revealing what nature has already perfected. Our "Request for Partners" approach reflects a core truth we've learned: the most successful innovations happen when discovery and development are aligned from day one. When partners bring their deep expertise in formulation, manufacturing, and consumer needs to the table early, we can target our AI to find exactly the right molecule – one that's natural, scalable, and checks every box for functionality. While this RFP focuses on beverage sweeteners, it showcases a broader possibility. What if we could decode nature's vast library of proteins to solve any ingredient challenge? Whether you're looking to improve taste, texture, nutrition or sustainability, our approach can compress years of trial and error into months of focused discovery and ultimately, faster commercialization. Thank you Ryan Daily and FoodNavigator for working to capture how we're flipping the script on ingredient innovation partnerships. The future of food innovation is collaborative, and we're ready to explore new partnership opportunities across categories. Let's make food better, together. Interested in partnering? Reach out to [email protected] or submit your information at https://lnkd.in/gVyQAhvF to start the conversation.

Announcing a breakthrough opportunity in beverage innovation! What if you could offer consumers exactly what they're asking for - beverages that taste delicious, without sugar? Today, we're announcing something unprecedented: a global search for a beverage partner ready to solve one of the industry's greatest challenges. Through our AI-powered platform, we've identified hundreds of promising natural sweetener candidates that could finally bridge the gap between consumer desires and reality. This isn't about compromising. It's about discovering nature's own answer to sugar – molecules that deliver the taste consumers love, without the downsides they don't. Through our ProteinDiscovery.ai platform, we're positioned to achieve what countless others have attempted: a truly natural sugar replacement that scales globally and satisfies even the most discerning palates. The ideal partner will have: - Global commercialization capabilities - Strong R&D expertise in beverage science - A shared commitment to health-driven progress - Vision to pioneer the future of natural sweeteners Why now? The beverage industry stands at a critical juncture. Global sugar reduction mandates are intensifying. Consumer demand for healthier options is at an all-time high. But the hard truth remains: people won't compromise on taste. Our AI-powered approach can compress years of development into months, finally delivering what consumers and brands have been waiting for. Ready to make history? Visit shiru.com/SweetenerRFP to learn more about this partnership opportunity. The future of beverages is natural, sustainable, and delicious. Join us in making it real.

Announcing a breakthrough opportunity in beverage innovation! What if you could offer consumers exactly what they're asking for - beverages that taste delicious, without sugar? Today, we're announcing something unprecedented: a global search for a beverage partner ready to solve one of the industry's greatest challenges. Through our AI-powered platform, we've identified hundreds of promising natural sweetener candidates that could finally bridge the gap between consumer desires and reality. This isn't about compromising. It's about discovering nature's own answer to sugar – molecules that deliver the taste consumers love, without the downsides they don't. Through our ProteinDiscovery.ai platform, we're positioned to achieve what countless others have attempted: a truly natural sugar replacement that scales globally and satisfies even the most discerning palates. The ideal partner will have: - Global commercialization capabilities - Strong R&D expertise in beverage science - A shared commitment to health-driven progress - Vision to pioneer the future of natural sweeteners Why now? The beverage industry stands at a critical juncture. Global sugar reduction mandates are intensifying. Consumer demand for healthier options is at an all-time high. But the hard truth remains: people won't compromise on taste. Our AI-powered approach can compress years of development into months, finally delivering what consumers and brands have been waiting for. Ready to make history? Visit shiru.com/SweetenerRFP to learn more about this partnership opportunity. The future of beverages is natural, sustainable, and delicious. Join us in making it real.