Category: Alternative Proteins

Solid-State Fermentation: The Comeback Tech

1 Introduction: Fermentation’s Forgotten Twin In the age of sleek bioreactors, precision fermentation, and gene-edited microorganisms, it’s easy to overlook one of the oldest and most effective fermentation techniques: solid-state fermentation (SSF). Yet, SSF is making a powerful comeback—reimagined for today’s needs in food tech, alternative proteins, biomanufacturing, and even pharmaceuticals. Unlike submerged fermentation (SmF), […]

Koji-Based Protein: The Future of Meat

1 Introduction: A New Dawn for Meatless Innovation Imagine a savory steak or a smoky slice of bacon crafted not from animals, but from mold. Sounds unappetizing? Think again. Thanks to recent advancements in fermentation technology, koji-based meat alternatives are emerging as a game-changing force in the alternative protein industry. What was once an ancient […]