Chitofun Biotech
Next Generation Natural Fungal Chitosan
Our approach
ChitoFun Biotech technology is a unique fermentation-based bioprocess producing fungal biomass rich in natural chitosan and other valuable components, chitin-chitosan-glucan complexes and natural chitosan of high purity and deacetylation.
Our Technology
Chitofun technology is based on flexible fermentation process utilising filamentous fungi and synthetic, sugar and nitrogen rich substrates or renewable substrates based on rest or waste materials. Production process is controlled by the advanced vibrational spectroscopy techniques, allowing precise process control and ensuring high quality products. Our products are biodegradable, allergen- free, vegan and of non-animal origin.
Chitofun Product Application Areas
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Agriculture
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Feed
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Cosmetics
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Medical
Meet our team
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Ellen Altenborg
CEO & Co-founder
PhD, Associate Professor in Strategy
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Simona Dzurendova
CTO & Co-founder
PhD, Researcher in Biology & Chemistry
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Volha Shapaval
Co-founder
PhD, Professor in Bioprocess Technology
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Achim Kohler
Co-founder
PhD, Professor in Physics
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Tellef Fladmark Larsen
Business Developer
MSc Student
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Henriette Robstad Bø
Business Developer
MSc Student
Gender Equality Plan (GEP)
At ChitoFun, we are committed to fostering an inclusive working environment where all team members and partners are valued and provided with equal opportunities, regardless of gender, age, cultural background, disability, or other aspects of diversity. We believe that equality and diversity strengthen both innovation, and the quality of our research and development activities.
Our research group currently consists of 1 man and 3 women, representing a good gender balance. In addition, our business development team includes individuals of both genders, ensuring a broad representation across roles. We aim not only to maintain balance but also to create a culture of inclusion, for both current researchers and employees, and for future staff.
