On April 12, 2025, Space Seed Holdings Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, hosted the "Planetary Health Technology Forum @Singapore" at One Marina Boulevard. This forum aims to introduce cutting-edge research and ideas related to planetary health technologies, focusing on applications of fermentation technology, longevity through nanoparticles, and materials production from microalgae and plants. It also fosters international networking, especially within the ASEAN region.
Event Overview
- - Date and Time: April 12, 2025; from 14:00 to 17:30 Singapore Time
- - Venue: 1, One Marina Blvd, #15-01/02, Singapore 018989
- - Organizer: Space Seed Holdings Inc.
- - Co-organizers/Partners: Tsunan Brewing Co., Ltd., Regenosome Inc., and others
Program Highlights
At the start of the forum, Kengo Suzuki, the CEO of Space Seed Holdings, shared the purpose and background of this gathering. He emphasized the combination of three key elements: fermentation, longevity, and planetary health — aiming to address health challenges faced by humanity, both on Earth and in space.
Presentation: Space Seed Holdings' Business Concepts
Presenter: Kengo Suzuki (CEO, Space Seed Holdings)
In this session, Suzuki outlined the business vision for Space Seed Holdings, which was established as a space-related startup in 2024. He elaborated on the development of a closed-loop system utilizing microorganisms and plants, modernizing the fermentation industry, and engaging in bio-education projects related to space through initiatives like the XPRIZE.
Presentation: Regenosome's Aging Control Technologies
Presenter: Gentaro Sakuma (CEO, Regenosome Inc.)
Sakuma introduced Regenosome, a biotech startup originating from the University of Tokyo. He detailed their work with exosomes in developing supplements, cosmetics, and food products. Moreover, he highlighted innovative research themes, such as using components derived from sake, named "SAKESOME," that tackle health challenges in space environments, positioning them in the context of longevity technologies.
Presentation: Innovative Engineering from Japan Shaping the Future
Presenter: Takato Fukuda (ASEAN Fund Manager, Space Seed Holdings)
Researcher Fukuda presented innovative developments like the "Space Plots," a drone-based structural inspection system utilizing augmented reality technology. He showcased how this advancement could reduce image analysis time by over 40%, enabling those without specialized knowledge to participate in building inspections. He also presented a vision of smart inspections for urban infrastructure through a pending patent algorithm.
Networking Event: Kanpai Singapore
An exclusive sake tasting event hosted by Tsunan Brewing Co., located in Niigata, Japan, offered participants the chance to enjoy delicate and rich flavors of sake from a snow-covered region. During the toast, Suzuki spoke about extending terroirs achieved with koshihikari rice from Uonuma to realize planetary health. A networking session permitted further dialogue among researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors, expanding the possibilities for international collaboration.
Attendee Profile
Participants included:
- - Health-tech and biotech startups from the ASEAN region
- - Investors interested in longevity and food tech
- - Experts from the food, fermentation, and beverage industries
- - Specialists aiming to achieve planetary health solutions
Looking Ahead
Building on the international dialogue and networks formed during this forum, Space Seed Holdings aims to continue advocating sustainable technologies centered around fermentation, longevity, and planetary health in the global market, particularly throughout the ASEAN region.
About Space Seed Holdings
Space Seed Holdings is a deep-tech venture builder with a mission to make sci-fi a reality, engaging in investment, research, and business creation. They manage a program called "Fermentation and Longevity Fund," which supports the implementation of fermentation and longevity technologies to solve societal challenges. The company's long-term goal is to equip humanity with the necessary technologies to inhabit outer space by 2040, collaborating with various stakeholders across the globe.