Seafood Without the Sea
Our Challenge
The Potential of Cellular Agriculture
Demand for seafood is increasing dramatically, compounded by a growing global population. Yet wild sources are already hitting a breaking point. With so much new demand, we need new tools to sustainably meet the food security challenges of this century.
By growing seafood directly from cells, we no longer have to rely only on wild or farmed fish. What’s more, we have the opportunity to keep what we love about seafood, but reduce our exposure to common contaminants we'd rather avoid.
Our Founders
A Cardiologist and a Diplomat
Our founders, a cardiologist and a diplomat, were deeply influenced by their years of service in medicine and international relations. Inspired by breakthroughs in stem cell research, and witnessing firsthand the impact of global food insecurity in places such as Pakistan and Afghanistan, these old friends brought their experiences together to reimagine the future of seafood.
Wildtype is an energetic, diverse, and earnest team of world-class scientists, chefs, engineers, and entrepreneurs. We share a collective passion for transforming the food system.
More Posts
Dive Deeper
Jun2025
Starting July 17th, Wildtype’s cultivated salmon is swimming onto the menu at OTOKO, led by Chef Yoshi Okai. At OTOKO, Chef Okai creates a multi-course omakase experience that blends Tokyo-style sushi and Kyoto-style kaiseki into a unique tasting…
Announcement
Jun2025
We could think of no better partner to introduce our cultivated salmon than award-winning chef and author, Gregory Gourdet. Weekly service began in late May at his James Beard award-winning Haitian restaurant, Kann in Portland, OR. Guests are now…
Announcement
May2024
Our take on Florida's recent ban of cultivated meat and seafood.
Announcement