Bertrand Vick

Major props to Bertrand Vick, this guy’s the real deal in biotech. So, he’s a YC S17 alum, like one of those founders who jumped into the startup scene early and crushed it. His whole vibe is all about pushing the limits of what plants and biotech can do.

Bertrand’s background? It’s no joke. He’s got a BS in Molecular Biology from Texas and a PhD from Berkeley, the kind of creds that make you respect his science chops. But what’s crazy is, he didn’t just stay in the lab. Nah, he jumped straight into the startup game, working with Aurora Algae as their Chief Scientific Officer and a founding member. That company was all about algae tech, think sustainable bio-products, green solutions, and he played a key role until they sold in 2015.

What’s wild is, he’s super good at connecting science with the real world. His strength? Developing new strains, manipulating gene expression, and protecting that IP, basically making sure his innovations actually hit the market and make an impact. That’s why he’s now running Rev Genomics, a plant biotech startup based in Oakland, backed by YC. They’re all about creating better plants and new cultivars for breeders, growers, and retail, kinda like the next-gen crop tech.

What does this all say about him? It’s simple. Bertrand’s process screams passion for sustainability, innovation, and solving real problems with science. He’s not just messing around with cool tech, he’s thinking about how it can change agriculture, help the planet, and make food systems better. The dude’s all about aligning new discoveries with market needs, which is why he’s so important in this space.

Bottom line? Bertrand Vick is a bio-innovator who’s been in the trenches, making stuff happen from algae to plants. He’s a scientist turned startup founder who’s not afraid to take big swings. He’s pushing biotech forward, no bullshit, and he’s just getting started.