Solena Materials

Solena Materials is a UK biomaterials company developing next-generation protein fibres for the textile and apparel sector. Spun out from Imperial College London, the company combines artificial intelligence, computational protein design, and bio-based manufacturing to create fibres designed to be high-performance, non-oil-derived, and biodegradable. Its technology targets sectors such as premium sportswear, fashion, and sustainable textiles, where brands are seeking alternatives to petrochemical-based materials such as polyester and nylon. Solena Materials has attracted venture funding to scale its production platform and support the commercialization of protein-based fibres.