Airable Research Lab develops sustainable, bio-based chemical solutions for the soybean industry. They focus on research and product development to create innovative applications from soybeans.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
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Problem
Many industrial and consumer products rely on petroleum-based chemicals, which contribute to environmental pollution and are derived from non-renewable resources. There is a growing demand for sustainable, bio-based alternatives that offer comparable performance without the environmental drawbacks.
Solution
Airable Research Lab develops and licenses sustainable chemical solutions derived from soybeans, providing alternatives to traditional petroleum-based products. They partner with commercial and industrial companies to conduct early-stage research and development, reducing the financial risk associated with adopting soy-based chemistries. Airable supports all stages of commercial development, from initial proof-of-principle to application development, scale-up, and technology transfer, enabling partners to meet the increasing demand for environmentally friendly products. Their research focuses on replacing petroleum-based materials with soy-based alternatives in various applications, as well as valorizing soybean byproducts.
Target Audience
Airable Research Lab primarily serves commercial and industrial companies seeking to develop and market sustainable, bio-based products, as well as entrepreneurs and startups looking for innovative soy-based solutions.
Features
- Development of bio-based alternatives to petroleum-based waxes, adhesives, surfactants, coatings, monomers, and resins.
- Utilization of soybean oil and byproducts, such as hulls, as sustainable feedstocks.
- Proof-of-principle research at no cost to clients, reducing upfront investment risks.
- Expertise in soy-based product research and development.
- Licensing of market-ready technologies for various applications.
- Customization and commercialization partnerships for specific product needs.
- Development of carbonated soy-based materials for non-isocyanate polyurethanes.
- Formulation of corrosion inhibitors, high-melting soy waxes, and shrinkage-reducing additives.
- Production of soy-based cationic surfactants that consume CO2 during synthesis.