About us
Nikolaus Mandelburger
As the brains behind the operation, Nikolaus designs, builds, and tests all things concerning the bioreactor system. Since coming up with the concept, Nikolaus has worked relentlessly to make his idea a reality.
Alina conducts research and experiments to further the development of our reactor system. As the biochemist in our team, most of her work is in the lab to ensure a functioning cultivation process and high quality biomass.
Anna Buchner
In order for everything to run smoothly, Anna manages the organisation, documentation, and contact with stakeholders of the project. With team working sessions, she also ensures a healthy and fruitful team environment.
Christopher Kimmel
He plans, strategises, and oversees. Christopher is responsible for setting objectives and milestones and overseeing the progress of the project. He formulates official documents and strategies for our long-term vision.
Silvester Kößler
As our product designer, Silvester specializes in bringing our vision into tangible forms. His expertise in industrial design significantly enhances our prototypes, ensuring they are not only functional but also visually captivating.
Our Story
October, 2022
Algal project is born
Nikolaus, Christopher, and Anna form a team in the 13th Austrian Sustainability Challenge, a transdisciplinary programme in which students, start-up coaches, and partner organisations create innovative solutions for socio-ecological transformation and work towards the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
June, 2023
Cyan Cycle debuts
Nikolaus and Christopher present the first official prototype of the reactor system and present the project at the Vienna University of Economics and Business.
October, 2023
Cyan Cycle gains support by ATTACCA
Cyan Cycle receives financial support from the ATTACCA GmbH to further the development of the biorector system.
May, 2024
Cyan Cycle joins forces with accent incubator
accent is the high-tech incubator of Lower Austria. Guided by the principle of 'Competence and Passion,' accent supports us focused and passionately with an intensive program to take our start-up to the next level.
November, 2024
Cyan Cycle secures funding by aws
from November 2024 onward, Cyan Cycle is part of yet another icubation programme. As part of the aws First Incubator programme, our aim is to turn our prototypes into robust, industry-approved solutions for carbon capture and utilization.
Summer, 2025
First full-scale trial run
By Summer 2025, the bioreactor is developed to allow the first full-scale reactor trial run. We are currently working towards on-site pilot projects with potential partners. After successful implementation, recycling of CO2 can start and scaling of the reactor system can begin.
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