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Microalgae Ask Us Co., Ltd.: A functional microalgae library

Release time：2025-06-28 08:28:31 Source：DuHao

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For over 2 billion years, microalgae have sustained life on Earth, absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen. Today, as climate change accelerates, these microscopic organisms ask us: Is our planet okay? At Microalgae Ask Us (MAUS), we respond with innovation—harnessing the power of microalgae to heal the Earth and advance human health.

Microalgae Ask Us Co., Ltd.

Founded in October 2020 as a spin-off from the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), MAUS is a natural biomaterials company specializing in land-based, AI-driven microalgae cultivation. Headquartered in Gangneung, South Korea, we combine cutting-edge technology with sustainability to redefine functional ingredients.

Key Milestones

First in Korea to develop microalgae physiological datasets via AI/ML.
World’s only comprehensive microalgae library linking strains to bioactive compounds, target proteins, and diseases.
Pioneered a 75-ton microalgae culture vessel, scaling to a 600-ton smart farm facility.
Backed by Sopoong Ventures (2022 seed round) and recognized with awards like the 2024 Minister of Oceans and Fisheries Award and Green Technology Certification.

Our Technology & Strengths

1. Ultra-Gap Cultivation

Closed-loop, phototrophic smart farms reduce cultivation time by 45%, boost productivity 16.9x, and cut costs 9.5x vs. traditional methods.
Patented rectangular tank systems (12 registered patents, 21 pending) enable consistent, high-yield production.

2. AI-Driven Innovation

Proprietary machine learning algorithms accelerate strain development for nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
End-to-end vertical integration: From strain selection to formulation, ensuring purity and scalability.

Products & Applications

Our 200+ microalgae strains power solutions across industries:

Health: Phaeodactylum tricornutum (liver health), Tisochrysis lutea (joint/eye support).
Wellness: Chlorella/Spirulina polysaccharides for gut health.
Cosmetics: Healara™ line (anti-aging, hydration) exported to Vietnam (Skinreal Co.) and India (Amorisha Empires).
Sustainability: Carbon capture, renewable biomass, and green energy projects.

Global Vision

With FDA, CPNP, and Halal certifications, MAUS targets expansions into Europe, the U.S., Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Our mission: To rewrite the history of microalgae—one tank, one breakthrough, and one partnership at a time.

Join Us in embracing the small universe of microalgae—where science meets sustainability, and innovation lights the path to a healthier planet.

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