Dr Aleks Szopinska, Founder of UpCycle Biotech Consulting, has been recognised among the 99 Most Influential Women in Global Agrifood-Tech, a global list curated by Antonio Iannone, highlighting women shaping the future of food systems through science, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

As noted by the organisers: “She turns waste into gold. Alchemists tried for centuries. She did it with biotech.”

Read the full list here: https://antonio-iannone1978.medium.com/the-99-most-influential-women-in-global-agrifood-tech-400e1dc3932a

This recognition reflects a continued commitment to driving innovation at the intersection of biotechnology, sustainability, and circular economy. Through UpCycle Biotech Consulting, the focus remains on transforming scientific potential into real-world impact—supporting the development of sustainable processes, valorization of biological resources, and the creation of market-ready solutions.

A core part of this mission is bringing structured New Product Development (NPD) approaches into academia, enabling researchers to translate scientific discoveries into impactful, real-world innovations while maintaining scientific freedom and flexibility.

As the agrifood sector evolves to address global challenges such as resource efficiency, nutrition, and climate impact, this recognition highlights the growing importance of bridging science, innovation, and application to build more sustainable food systems.

Author: Dr Aleksandra Szopinska