Tierra Biosciences

Tierra Biosciences is a synthetic biology company based in San Leandro, California, founded in 2015.

The company specializes in cell-free protein synthesis technology, which allows for the rapid production of custom proteins for various applications, including research, pharmaceuticals, and industrial uses. Their flagship product, the Tierra Protein Platform (also known as Sol by Tierra), is an e-commerce portal that enables scientists to order proteins digitally, significantly reducing the time required for protein sourcing from years to weeks. Tierra leverages automation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to enhance protein synthesis processes. The company also offers custom protein synthesis services, antibody engineering, drug target discovery, and metagenomic screening. With a focus on democratizing access to protein production, Tierra Biosciences serves a diverse clientele, including pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, biotechnology firms, and academic researchers. The company is led by a team of experts in the field, including co-founders Zachary Sun, George Church, and Richard Murray.