Magmatic develops a novel metal separation process using engineered metal-binding proteins to recover critical metals from various waste streams. This bio-based technology offers a scalable and energy-efficient solution for metal extraction, reducing the need for traditional energy-intensive and toxic chemical methods.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional methods for recovering critical metals from waste streams are energy-intensive and rely on toxic chemicals, posing environmental and economic challenges. These methods often lack the selectivity needed to efficiently extract specific metals from complex mixtures.
Solution
Magmatic is developing a bio-based metal separation process that uses engineered metal-binding proteins to selectively recover critical metals from diverse waste streams. Inspired by extremophile microorganisms, their technology leverages proteins like Lanmodulin, which exhibits high affinity and selectivity for rare earth elements. This approach offers a scalable and energy-efficient alternative to conventional metal extraction techniques, reducing the environmental impact and improving resource recovery. The technology aims to close the loop for advanced critical metal regeneration.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes companies involved in metal recycling, mining, and waste management, as well as industries requiring critical metal recovery from industrial byproducts.
Features
- Engineered metal-binding proteins with picomolar affinity for target metals
- Selective separation of critical metals from complex waste streams
- Bio-based process that reduces reliance on harsh chemicals
- Energy-efficient metal extraction compared to traditional methods
- Scalable technology suitable for various waste stream volumes
- Lanmodulin protein stable across a wide range of temperatures and pH levels