Los Angeles, United States
Omeat is a pioneering food startup focusing on producing cultivated meat that's delicious, affordable, and significantly more sustainable than conventional meat. Founded in 2018 by renowned tissue biologist Dr. Ali Khademhosseini, the company is based in Los Angeles and has attracted significant attention in the biotechnology and food and beverage industries. Their proprietary process that utilizes regenerative factors within cows' plasma for cell growth sets them apart. Omeat's approach is not only environmentally friendly but also eliminates the need for sacrificing animals.
Having recently secured a $36.50M Series A investment on 29 April 2022, Omeat has garnered support from a noteworthy group of investors including GV, Tyson Ventures, S2G Ventures, Bold Capital Partners, Cavallo Ventures, Trailhead Capital, and Rethink Food. With this assistance, the company is rapidly advancing toward commercial readiness by establishing a pilot plant and expanding its team.
