Prolific Machines

Prolific Machines is a biotechnology company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2020. The company specializes in light-controlled biomanufacturing, aiming to enhance the production of essential biological products such as food, therapeutic proteins, and cell-based therapies. Co-founded by Deniz Kent, Max Huisman, and Declan Jones, Prolific Machines integrates photomolecular biology, hardware engineering, and AI to address challenges in scalability, cost efficiency, and sustainability. Their proprietary platform utilizes light to manipulate cell behavior, allowing for real-time adjustments in cell growth and protein production. This innovative approach reduces reliance on traditional methods and expensive growth factors. Prolific Machines collaborates with partners in cellular agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and climate tech, providing solutions for cultivated meat production, therapeutic proteins, and cell therapies. The company is committed to making biomanufacturing more accessible and sustainable, directly tackling global issues like climate change and food security.