It’s the yeast we can do
Join us in exploring the fascinating world of wild yeast. Together, we can unlock the potential of microbial diversity for sustainable innovation.
Empowering Sustainable Processes Through Microbial Innovation
At Wild Yeast Zoo, we harness the power of wild yeast and bacteria to drive biodiversity conservation and nature-based sustainable manufacturing solutions. Our mission is to build a comprehensive library that supports innovative research and industry collaboration.
Applications of Our Research
Discover how wild yeast is transforming various industries. Our research initiatives are paving the way for sustainable practices in manufacturing, food and beverage production, textiles, and agriculture.
Enhancing Food and Beverage Quality & Sustainability
Harnessing natural yeast fermentation techniques, wild yeast and bacteria can lead to diverse, healthier and more sustainable food and beverage production options.
Revolutionising Manufacturing
Wild yeast and bacteria offer nature based alternatives for sustainable manufacturing processes and product development.
Transforming Clothing & Textiles
Integrating wild yeast and bacteria in textile production promotes eco-friendly practices and reduces environmental impact.
Improving Agricultral Practises
Utilising wild yeast can improve soil health and biodiversity, boosting crop yields sustainably and ethically.
Our Current Partnerships
Get Involved
You can contribute to and support our mission in two very important ways.
Invest in our Mission
Our zoo relies on the contributions of noble investors, to continue the important work we’re doing.
Back nature-based solutions to our biggest problems
Join the bio-manufacturing revolution at its early stage
Support innovation driven by Australian renewables
Collect Samples
Yeast can be collected from all over the world. Find out how you can contribute to our continually growing zoo.
Discover powerhouse microbes in your own backyard
Follow the game changing journey of your critters
Share the story and learn as you make a difference
Latest News & Discoveries
Our Zookeepers
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Dr Ben Matthews
CMO
Ben drives business development, strategy and marketing for the Zoo. His background and research ranging from extensive private sector experience in strategic communication and creative media production. He is a Senior Lecturer in Communication and Media at the University of Newcastle, Australia.
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Dr Georgia Weaver
CSO
Georgia has a Ph.D. in molecular microbiology and expertise in tissue culture and microbial R&D. She supports Operations and Product Development at Wild Yeast Zoo and leads offshore production and innovation at Ramm Botanicals. She drives lab-based experimentation, data analysis, and scaling biological systems.
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Mr Evan Gibbs
CEO
Evan is a PhD candidate in the Bacterial Regulation and Transport Laboratory under Dr Karl Hassan at the University of Newcastle. He is building innovative methodologies using synthetic biology so the Zoo can rapidly expand high value small molecule overproduction in single celled organisms. He also makes a damn fine beer.
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Prof Peter Lewis
CTO
Peter is the founder and director of Hunter Biological Solutions, with over 30 years in molecular biology, microbiology and biochemistry. He worked at the Universities of Sydney, Oxford and Newcastle leading a research into gene expression, antimicrobial development and metabolic engineering for green energy and chemical production.
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Dr Ben Leita
THE ORACLE
Ben is our business coach and glutton for punishment who combines experience as a senior manager and entrepreneur and a love for bringing pioneering science & technology to market. He has a PhD in Chemistry and his skills span deep tech start-ups, biofuels & bio-products, chemical engineering, biomaterials, and renewable energy.
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