Female entrepreneurs in biotech lead the country in microbial production

Faced with a lesser-known industry in the region, Rivais a Chilean start-up company, established in partnership with biotechnology, dedicated to the research, development and production of microorganisms for human and animal consumption. Its purpose is to enhance the well-being of the individual.

Combining artificial intelligence (AI) and scientific research, co-founders Catalina, sisters Natalia Garrido and Melissa Alegría liva; Opportunities for innovation in the production of probiotics in the Chilean food industry were identified. In contrast, Chile has had little involvement in the development of well-being and health-enhancing probiotics.

from National Geographic allegedly more than 100 trillion bacteria Organisms coexist and enhance living organisms, therefore, it is essential to promote the development of organisms, strengthen the digestive system, immune barrier and prevent the development of complex diseases.

“Usually the supplements we find in pharmacies are developed by foreign laboratories, as well as microbes needed for agriculture or breweries. For this reason, we wanted to start a Microbiology laboratories for the study and production of bacteria typical of our populationwhich allows us to strengthen the nation’s health and nutrition,” commented Catherine GarridoBiotechnology Engineer and Technical Director, University of Santiago de Chile liva.

Since 2020, they have developed raw materials and functional ingredients based on probiotic microorganisms for the food, agricultural, cosmetic and veterinary sectors; thereby also supporting research and launching supplements for human and animal consumption.

the latter is his brand Knoop! and NUP!petrespectively, Focus on meeting diverse needs such as digestive health, immune system enhancement, nervous system, nutraceuticals and probiotic boosters. Highlights for 2021 and 2022 50 Food Innovations from Transforma Alimentosan initiative of Corfo and the Ministry of Agriculture.

Today, its products are sold in Knop, Fracción and Redfarma pharmacies, as well as online at physical and e-commerce points of Mercado Libre, Good Meal, Ripley, Paris, Falabella and more than 700 specialty stores.

Developed for worry-free consumption, it is free of gluten, lactose, GMOs and sealants, and also features Swiss V-label certified vegan.In addition, next to we all recyclethe biotech company is responsible for the plastics associated with each product.

Its latest edition supports the research of the Doctor of Biological Sciences at the University of Concepcion, Apollinaria Garcia; After 17 years of research, he finally found probiotics Lactobacillus fermentum UCO979C, Can prevent bacterial growth Helicobacter pylori Enter the digestive system, causing stomach discomfort, gastritis, ulcers, etc. stomach cancer.

presented as Knoop!Helicobacter pylori close upthe supplement hopes to reduce the number of infections Helicobacter pylori as its symptom, because the estimated Pathogenic bacteria are present in 70% of the population.

“The next step is to expand regionally and make our startup a Leader in Microbial Development in Latin America This improves the human-microbe relationship”, details Natalia GarridoCommercial Director and Co-Founder of Liva.

Liva is supported by CORFO, Innovo Usach, Microsoft for Startups, Endeavor and thanks to Probiotics for technology transfer Lactobacillus fermentum UCO979Cobtained by the University of Concepcion and gymhe is an essential part of technology transfer.