Envoy biosciences

Envoy biosciences are developing next generation vaccines and probiotics to help protect poultry from Avian Pathogenic E. coli (APEC)-related diseases (colibacillosis).

WHO WE ARE

About Envoy Biosciences

Envoy biosciences are developing an innovative manufacturing platform for producing bacterial vesicles that can be used as vaccines, therapeutics and probiotics. We are focusing on developing next generation vaccines and probiotics that are designed to protect poultry, including chickens, from E. coli infections. The purpose of our landing page is to explore interest in the market for poultry E. coli vaccines but also to gauge interest in our bacterial vesicle manufacturing platform more generally across pharma/biotech.

Prevention of E. coli infections through vaccination is a safe and cost-effective way to improve flock welfare. Indeed, poultry APEC vaccines can reduce mortality by over 35%, help prevent APEC-related productivity declines in egg and meat production whilst also reducing antibiotic use.

THE PROBLEM

The Challenge Facing Poultry Health

Widespread Threat to Poultry

Avian Pathogenic E. coli (APEC) is a major cause of infectious diseases in poultry – including chickens, turkeys, and ducks – posing a serious and ongoing health challenge across the globe.

Global Prevalence

APEC is found in poultry populations worldwide, making it a universal concern for farmers, producers, and veterinarians in every major poultry-producing region.

Massive Economic Impact

Colibacillosis, the group of diseases caused by APEC, costs the global poultry industry hundreds of millions of dollars every year through productivity losses, bird culling, and meat condemnation.

Productivity and Food Waste

Infected birds often must be culled, and their meat discarded, contributing not only to economic loss but also to food waste and supply chain inefficiencies.

OUR SOLUTION

Powerful Protection

Less Antibiotics

Envoy Biosciences is pioneering next-generation bacterial vesicle-based vaccines and probiotics to outsmart APEC. Our cutting-edge approach offers broader, safer, and more effective protection than conventional E. coli vaccines – improving poultry health and producer outcomes.

Better Productivity, Less Loss

Vaccination can reduce mortality by over 35% and prevent productivity drops – leading to up to 20% more eggs, heavier birds, and higher meat yields.

Broader Cross-Protection

Our vesicle-based vaccines target a wider range of APEC strains than existing live vaccines, helping protect flocks against more threats with a single solution.

Reduced Antibiotic Use

By preventing infections before they start, our solutions help lower dependence on antibiotics – supporting regulatory compliance and antimicrobial stewardship.

Safe & Cost-Effective Prevention

Vaccination is a proactive, scalable, and economical approach to poultry health – delivering long-term value and peace of mind for producers.

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MEET THE TEAM

Explore the Expertise of Our Team

Dr Richard Kelwick

Entrepreneurial lead, synthetic biologist & OMEGA platform co-inventor

Prof. Paul Freemont

Structural and synthetic biologist & OMEGA platform co-inventor

Dr Alexander Webb

Microbiologist & OMEGA platform co-inventor

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Let’s start the conversation

Whether you have questions about our technology, want to collaborate, or just want to learn more, our team is here to help. Reach out and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.