Back of the Yards Algae Sciences (BYAS) work to find new uses for algae as sustainable, natural ingredients for food colorants and flavors; protein powders for plant-based meat; biostimulants to improve yield and quality in vertical farming and growth media to move cell-based food from the laboratory to the table. 

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Back of the Yards Algae Sciences

Leonard Lerer

Benoît Degrenne

Rob Agterberg

Marc Peter Geytenbeek

Lita Dwight

Tony Milewski

Katie Spear

Jay Pleckham

Jiyan Cen

Chloé Placines

The Research and Development team at Back of the Yards Algae Sciences focuses on exploring and innovating sustainable applications of algae across various industries. Comprising experts in mycology, chemistry, and scientific research, the team conducts experiments, develops formulations, and advances technologies to create natural food colorants, plant-based proteins, and biostimulants, ultimately driving the company's mission to enhance food production and quality through algae-derived solutions.

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