The startup develops glycosphingolipids and their precursors to create nutritional alternatives that enhance cognitive capabilities across all age groups. By addressing the lack of essential components found in human milk, the company aims to prevent age-related cognitive decline and combat neurodegenerative diseases.
Funding
$15.8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Age-related cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases pose a significant challenge, exacerbated by the lack of essential glycosphingolipids (GSLs) and their precursors in standard diets, which are crucial for optimal brain function. Current nutritional options often fail to provide adequate support for cognitive health across all age groups.
Solution
CarboCode develops and manufactures glycosphingolipids (GSLs) and their precursors for use in nutritional products designed to enhance cognitive function. By replicating the composition of human milk, which is rich in GSLs, CarboCode aims to provide essential building blocks for brain health throughout life. Their products offer a nutritional intervention strategy to support cognitive development, maintain cognitive performance during aging, and potentially mitigate the progression of neurodegenerative conditions. CarboCode's GSLs are intended to be incorporated into various food and supplement formulations, offering a convenient and effective way to boost cognitive well-being.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes food and supplement manufacturers seeking to incorporate cognitive-enhancing ingredients into their products, as well as consumers looking for nutritional solutions to support brain health across all age groups.
Features
- Production of a range of glycosphingolipids (GSLs) and their precursors.
- Focus on replicating the GSL composition found in human milk.
- Development of nutritional alternatives for cognitive enhancement.