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BioYork

BioYork is a University of York-led initiative focused on using our world class research and knowledge base to drive the development of UK bio-based industries to deliver growth, jobs and environmental benefits.

Global consumption has driven demand for food, energy and materials to an all-time high. At the same time, the need and legal obligations to mitigate climate change requires a shift from petrochemical based products and energy sources to low carbon sustainable alternatives. Seizing this opportunity will require a step change in our current thinking, and our approach.

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BioYork is a world leader in the bioeconomy and collaborates with companies across a number of sectors, bringing together regional and national research and innovation capability across Technology Readiness Levels.

Drawing on expertise from founding institutions – the University of York, Biorenewables Development Centre and BioVale – to partner universities, research bodies, industry and networks, BioYork ensures the best teams are working towards solving these challenges.

A strong and vibrant bioeconomy has the power to harness biotechnology to transform the way we address challenges in food, chemicals, energy, materials and medicines and address the ‘perfect storm’ of resource depletion, population growth and climate change.

- Professor Ian Graham FRS, Director of BioYork and Weston Chair of Biochemical Genetics, Department of Biology

Solving global challenges

We aim to translate research into technologies, processes and products to address the major 21st century challenges of healing, feeding and fuelling the world.

Heal

Novel uses of nature's solutions for healthcare and pharmaceuticals.

Feed

Improving the productivity, sustainability and nutritional value of crops and food.

Fuel

Developing new sources of bio-based fuels and chemicals.