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Transforming tropical
agro-waste into
next-gen biocomposites

MyCeNova pioneers a novel class of mycelium-based composites engineered from tropical agro-waste, contributing to regenerate polluting industries and accelerate circular value chains.

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What MyCeNova does?

Born in Ecuador, we operate at the intersection of sustainable innovation, circular bioeconomy, and inclusive growth, creating value-added bio-based solutions with triple impact to address today’s material challenges. By upcycling residual biomass into biodegradable materials and inputs, we create economic, social, and environmental value while fostering rural jobs, empowering local communities, and reducing waste through a scalable, rural-based model.

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Innovation Pipeline

We start with two high-impact applications in packaging and construction, engineered from banana and coconut residues bound with mycelium and coated by a natural biowax.

EcoPacks

Compostable, lightweight, and custom-shaped protective packaging for premium products, consumer goods, and cosmetics. A circular alternative to conventional secondary packaging.

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EcoPacks real product
BioCons structural panels
BioModulars

Insulating, fire-resistant, and modular panels, tiles, and bricks for indoor building applications with a roadmap toward prefab housing systems for disaster-prone areas and eco-lodges.

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Co-create with us

Partner with us to upcycle your agro-waste into custom biomaterials or bioinputs. Together, we co-develop tailored formulations, validate new use cases, and build IP strategies to scale bio-based solutions and enable future technology transfer.

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Our Team

Santiago Maldonado
Santiago Maldonado
CEO · Founder

Chemical engineer, expert in corporate innovation, process improvement, and sustainability-circular economy. MSc in Global Management of Innovation and Technology at LUT University, Finland.

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Jonathan Olivo
Jonathan Olivo
Strategic Partner

Mechanical automotive engineer, specialized in design, lightweight materials modeling, and process optimization. Experience in connecting B2B actors across sectors to help businesses grow.

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Valeria Vaca
Valeria Vaca
Chemical Engineering Intern

Chemical engineering student, skilled in laboratory research, academic tutoring, and plant dynamic simulation. Focused on sustainable materials and circular-economy solutions through applied research.

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