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News from DTU

2020
16 APR

Psychedelic compound from magic mushrooms produced in yeast

Scientists from DTU Biosustain prove that psilocybin, a potential drug for treating depression and other psychological conditions can be produced in yeast.

Biotechnology and biochemistry
2019
Photo: Octarine
19 AUG

Biotech start-up targets billion-dollar market by producing superior cannabinoids in yeast

The young biotech start-up Octarine Bio seeks to commercialize the production of brand-new tailored cannabinoids in yeast. Around one thousand new molecules have already been identified, but the company will focus on those with the highest commercial potential.

Photo: Anders Østerby Mønsted
19 AUG

Start-up to challenge big guns with artificial cannabis substances

With its tailored cannabis substances, the biotech start-up Octarine Bio is eyeing the growing market for pain relieving drugs.

Biotechnology and biochemistry Medicine and medico technology
20 JUN

Biotech start-up targets billion-dollar market by producing superior cannabinoids in yeast

The young biotech start-up Octarine Bio seeks to commercialize the production of brand-new tailored cannabinoids in yeast. Around one thousand new molecules have already been identified, but the company will focus on those with the highest commercial potential.