EOS biosystem
A custom, transparent, and sustainable bioproduction platform.
Create the biotechnological tools of tomorrow to reconcile production and environmental preservation.
EOS biosystem will be your best supplier for sustainable biosourcing and custom production.
The trigger element of our project ?
The current production model :
The current model of essential oil and biomolecule production poorly meets the growing needs and standards of the cosmetic, agri-food, and pharmaceutical industries.
Biosourcing, consistent quality, a reduction in environmental impact, and total traceability are becoming essential criteria.
EOS biosystem addresses these challenges with a disruptive solution tailored to the expectations of industrialists and investors.
Let's compare
The traditional production of essential oils & biomolecules ...
...an ancestral method, expensive and not sustainable
High environmental impact
Up to 650,000 liters of water are needed to produce 1 liter of essential oil.
Significant air pollution: 25 kg of CO2 for 1 g of oil.
A low yield, high consequences
6000 kg of plant for 1 kg of oil, an inefficient production involving approximately 2.7 million hectares of forests destroyed annually to meet the growing demand.
Quality & volume not consistent
Variations in climatic conditions lead to molecular composition discrepancies of up to 1000%, compromising the quality and purity of the products.
The technology of EOS biosystem
Combining biotechnology & agronomic expertise to bring the essential oils sector & bio-based molecules into the 21st century.
Stable and controlled production
Independent of climatic uncertainties, ensuring a constant and predictable quality, essential to meet the needs of demanding industries.
High efficiency & a reduction in the required space
With our tissue engineering technique, we reduce agricultural land needs by 1000, increase "useful" biomass by up to 95%, thereby eliminating a large portion of CO₂ emissions by the same order of magnitude.
Preservation of biodiversity
By reducing dependence on intensive harvesting, we protect endangered plant species while avoiding the massive pollution caused by traditional agriculture.
Our approach ensures environmentally friendly production to preserve the health of local ecosystems.
What do we produce?
Essential oils and their derivatives:
- Absolute
- Hydrosol
- Pure molecules
- Mix of molecules
Why do we have the best quality in the world?
We do not destroy our biomass during extraction; we harvest it without damage, every week.
How to assess the quality of an essential oil?
✽ Very simple, only three criteria matter
The molecular presence
An essential oil can contain more than 300 distinct molecules, some of which may be absent from one year to the next.
Sometimes, a few picograms are enough to change the fragrance of the oil, so it is imperative to ensure the presence of the desired molecules and the absence of undesirable molecules.
The molecular proportion
In the same way, from one year to the next, the percentage of a molecule within the same essential oil can change dramatically.
Obtaining a certain percentage for a specific molecule becomes the criterion for clients; they can reject entire batches if it does not meet their approval.
The impurity rate
The extraction process involves the destruction of plant tissue that contains the essential oil as well as that which does not contain it, which by default leads to contamination with other natural plant elements besides the precious essential oil.
Then, depending on the extraction method, contamination is added, which always ends up adulterating the subtleties of the oil. Being a luxury product, its subtlety is what gives it value.
Finally, the purification method is never perfect, so it can never eliminate 100% of the solvents used.
It is always less costly and more elegant to prevent than to suffer the consequences.
A high-performance and modular technique
Who pushes the boundaries of traditional bioproduction.
High-performing, adaptable, and designed to meet the specific needs of industries, our solution ensures consistent quality, predictable volumes, and a low environmental impact.
Seize a unique opportunity to meet growing demands while controlling your costs without sacrificing your sustainable commitments.
Discover how just below.
The art and the way to enter the era of biotechnologies
1
Optimal plant selection
Sur la base de vos besoins, nous sélectionnons le vecteur de production le plus approprié.
2
Growth of special plant tissue being production oriented only
With our organogenesis process, we increase useful biomass* by up to 95%.
3
Custom production of your molecules or bio-based mixes
We adjust the production conditions in a controlled environment to boost yield and customize the composition according to your preferences.
4
Non-destructive extraction
Extraction of your molecules of interest without destroying the productive tissue, allowing for its reuse in a new production cycle.
less "agricultural" land needed
of reducing water and fertilizer consumption
less waste produced thanks to our reuse of biomass
faster than current production methods
of impurity in our extracts
reuse of plant tissue & continuous production cycles
Our technology adapts to the specificities of different industries
How do we proceed?
We have created three disruptive technological pillars*
Never seen in over a millennium*
Tissue engineering
The plant tissue as a unit of production.
In nature, only a small part of the plant is dedicated to the production of essential oils, less than 5% of the plant to be exact.
Our technique allows us to increase the volume of "useful" biomass solely to create the specialized tissue that produces it.
This natural fabric allows for the continuous production of only essential oil; thus, all resources are directed towards its production, which drastically reduces the consumption of inputs in our production chain.
Our technique requires only 3% of the resources of a standard crop and 1000 times less space for an equivalent production volume.
Controlled environment
The yields of crops fluctuate from year to year, and this is solely due to the climate*.
Within our controlled environment, we can optimally manage the yields, volumes, and composition of our essential oils.
Our technique allows us to decouple from climate variability, ensuring stable volumes and quality from year to year.
This also allows us to customize the content of essential oils to better suit your activity.
Non-destructive extraction
Our technology allows us to extract our essential oils without having to destroy our plants.
The non-destruction of our useful biomass allows us to have production cycles that are 6 times shorter. We reuse the same productive tissue.
We can thus produce continuously throughout the year with almost zero waste generation, which we process using our upcycling method.
The yield of our extraction technique is therefore 100%*
Our three other complementary technologies developed in parallel
1
Broad-spectrum antimicrobial solution
For crops without contamination
2
Biotransformation of waste in culture media
Used as a nutritional source for our plants and thus reduce our use of natural resources
3
Water Revitalization
To increase the vitality of our plants and boost their productive yield
What our technology will do for you?
Reduction of logistical pressure
All of our production steps are located on a single operating site, this production takes place off the ground in a controlled environment and is therefore completely independent of climatic variations, which allows us to complete a production cycle without a decrease in pace throughout all seasons.
This competitive advantage places us at the top of reliability in terms of unambiguous delivery of volume and date, where others are dependent on irregular seasons, years of drought that destroy crops, reduce volumes, and the quality of extracts.
Controllable production volume
We can deliver continuously or in bulk.
This new capability will allow you to better face periods of decreased demand.
Adjust your production volume and navigate the economically weak periods as best as you can; this is the option we provide you.
Custom manufacturing tailored to your production lines
A customization of the composition to formulate or reformulate your most beautiful creations.
You will be able to reproduce the same product year after year without the need to set up your own production line, thus saving time and resources.
With a stable composition having the same chemical balance, the same scent, and the same persistence, you will no longer have heartache in reproducing your heart notes.
All production takes place on a single site, ensuring complete traceability and fully integrated quality control. You will never be surprised about the origin of certain batches again.
Our first products
Essential oils derived from the leaves of:
1
Peppermint and Basil
In order, 5 to 7 million liters/year and 0.5 to 6.7 million L/year mainly in the United States, France, and Italy*
(Mint is known for being very easy to grow with little maintenance)
2
Tarragon
150k to 300kL/year mainly in France and Spain
3
Lemon Balm
1000 to 2000L/year worldwide and especially in France
4
Patchouli
Between 1.5 and 2.5 million liters per year, especially in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka
It is the logical order of value proposition; production stabilization tests are much easier to conduct on mint and basil. Once validated by the clients, we will be able to start supplying them with high-end essential oils derived from plants endemic to France, such as tarragon and lemon balm. We will ultimately prove the adaptability of our technique by providing a highly sought-after oil in the perfume industry, derived from a plant that does not grow in France but in Indonesia, India, and China.
The undisguised goal is to concretely demonstrate the extensive and easily deployable application of our technique across the entire taxon of flowering plants.
This is to demonstrate the latent economic interest in the field of plant biotechnology.
Who are we?
Lounès ARAD, CEO
Biotech Engineer & Innovation Strategy Consultant
Lounès, an expert in biotechnology and innovation strategy, combines a dual technical and managerial skill set. Before founding EOS biosystem, he participated in the development of cutting-edge technologies in synthetic biology as an R&D engineer in the biotechnology industry.
Subsequently, he supported global leaders in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors within prestigious consulting firms such as Deloitte and Wavestone, defining innovation strategies and driving major transformations.
Today, Lounès applies this expertise at EOS Biosystem, with the aim of transforming bold ideas into high-impact biotechnological solutions, combining science and strategy.
Nassim BASSY, CTO
Industrial Phyto-biotechnology Engineer
Nassim is an expert in plant biotechnology, specializing in the development of plant-based bioproduction technologies. With several years of experience in micropropagation and plant cell culture, he has been able to transform complex projects into concrete and innovative solutions.
Today, Nassim applies his expertise at EOS Biosystem, where he develops pioneering approaches to harness the potential of plants and tackle the challenges of sustainable production. His commitment and passion for innovation push the boundaries of phyto-biotechnology and create high-impact solutions for the future.
Regarding the environmental impact
Our ambition ?
Highlight biotechnology as a solution for environmental preservation by decoupling production from soil.
Faced with increasing sustainability challenges, EOS Biosystem proposes
An innovative technology that allows companies to significantly reduce their environmental footprint.
By replacing traditional agricultural methods with an optimized and eco-friendly bioproduction process.
We offer our clients a solution to meet their sustainable development goals while ensuring consistent quality and effective management of natural resources.
Decarbonization now possible
Intensive agriculture is often accompanied by excessive use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers, leading to the contamination of soils and waters, which reduces the vitality of crops.
Current technology allows us the feat of growing plants on barren land*.
Our solution completely eliminates these pollutants by opting for clean production, without chemical inputs.
All our crops gain a vitality boost that changes the game.
Vanished ecological footprint
Thanks to our technology, we are helping to stop the annual destruction of 2.7 million hectares of forests, thereby reducing deforestation and protecting ecosystems.
Our optimized processes reduce CO₂ emissions by 98%, which can reach up to 25 kg per kilogram of oil produced using traditional methods.
Furthermore, we use 97% less water and fertilizer, providing a sustainable solution to preserve natural resources.
Adaptability and resilience
The effects of climate change, such as droughts and extreme weather conditions, disrupt traditional crops, affecting quality and yields.
Thanks to controlled laboratory production, EOS biosystem guarantees total resilience against these uncertainties, ensuring stable and consistent production, regardless of the region or season.
Protected biodiversity
The technology of EOS Biosystem mitigates the pressure on wild plants by replacing intensive farming with dedicated bioreactor production.
This directly contributes to the preservation of threatened plant species and the protection of local ecosystems.
By reducing the need for massive harvesting, we help maintain the balance of ecosystems and combat the extinction of essential species.
You have seen our technology, let's take a look at others.
The different existing production processes
The case of the damask rose
| Essential oils and biomolecules | EOS Biosystem | Callus culture | Microbial fermentation | Large-scale agriculture |
| Yield | 100%* | 0,50% | 0,20% | 0,02% |
| Product | Essential oils and biomolecules | Biomolecules | Biomolecules | Essential oils and biomolecules |
| Contaminants | None | Low | Antigens and Antibiotics | Pesticides and fertilizers |
| Bioproduction platform | Plant tissue/plant organ/whole plant | High mortality callus | Genetically modified microorganisms with high mortality rate | Large-scale conventional farming |
| Downstream process | Simple, energy-efficient & non-destructive | Hard & destructive | Hard & destructive | Low efficiency, polluting and destructive |
| Sustainable potential | ∞ | +++ | +++ | + |
Details for the conscientious
Here are the links to various articles and studies demonstrating this:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352484722000634
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S240584402032449X
https://www.amberluna.co.uk/blog/essential-oils-sustainability
That term did not exist; it refers to the percentage of biomass actually dedicated to production. In a plant, only the leaves, flowers, or in some cases the roots, produce essential oil. When it comes to leaves and flowers, they do not exceed 5% of the total mass of the plant, with 95% of the weight being stems and roots (when the latter are not the center of oil production like turmeric or angelica).
Increasing useful biomass means ensuring that 95% of the plant is actively producing essential oil; it is a new way to enhance yields through our non-invasive genetic engineering.
By design, our method has brought it down to zero.
To understand, we will provide context
Classic method
The traditional method of extraction for essential oil involves placing flowers or leaves in a still that contains water, heating it to 100°C. The heat causes the leaves and flowers to release the oils. The oils are volatile compounds; they become gaseous above 100°C and are then carried into the chamber of the still with the steam. They pass through a cooling column, which causes them to return to a liquid state. Gravity then allows for the separation of water from the oil, with the latter being above the former. We drain all the water from the bottom to keep only the oil.
Recent techniques
The recent techniques using supercritical CO2 and solvents have the advantage of increasing extraction yields but still amalgamate with the oil, which, along with the solvents, increases the impurity rate, necessitating a purification process that is not perfect and adds carcinogenic products to the final mix.
With CO2, in short, it degrades the condition of the oil, which changes the molecules and thus their olfactory and pharmaceutical profiles; the finished product is in greater abundance but is negatively altered and of reduced quality in both cases.
Generally, steam extraction, known as hydrodistillation, is preferred to obtain a pure and healthy product.
Non-Destructive Extraction™
Our method consists of in situ extraction, and therefore, under standard pressure and temperature conditions without killing the plant, without even causing it any lesions, thus, no cellular constituent passes through the plant.
Next, we proceed with a hydrodistillation using distilled water, under vacuum at 30 or 50 mBar between 60 and 75°C, which prevents the degradation of certain sensitive molecules that make up the oil while avoiding "carbonization" (i.e., a persistent burnt smell).
Thus, we obtain the purest essential oil ever produced, uncontaminated, free from all the previously described artifacts, without the astronomical cost of purification.
Like all important words, it has ended up being diluted through excessive use.
Here is the definition: [Speaking of an electric discharge] That occurs suddenly and is accompanied by a spark.
The metaphor fits perfectly in the field of technological innovation, which is why it has been worn out, abused, repeated, and has ultimately lost its descriptive power.
A disruptive technology breaks a trend of incremental development, where a process gains efficiency by +2% here, +5% there.
We can afford to use this term because our technologies and our production process completely change the production paradigm. Here is an image to simply describe our work: We propose to milk plants to obtain their oils just as cows are milked to obtain their milk.
It is an unprecedented development that makes sense when phrased this way, and yet has never been used before us.
The method of producing essential oil is over 3000 years old to be exact, the last incremental technical innovation by steam distillation dates back 1200 years, brought by the Persians to the West.
By climate, we mean the cycle of atmospheric seasons, which induces variations in the soil that, in turn, influence plant development.
It is therefore not incorrect to state that the climate is at the root of all influences on plant development.
In truth, the calculation becomes obsolete, so we must use another method of calculation.
The calculation of yield is equal to the amount of incoming material m1 divided by the desired amount of outgoing material m2, which is: (m1/m2)*100 = yield in %
The destruction of incoming matter not having been carried out and the desired matter having been obtained, the equation is rendered obsolete.
If one wants to obtain a figure to compare the effectiveness of one method to another, one can proceed according to certain logic:
The method for calculating our yield can only be carried out by comparing the quantities of essential oil obtained over time.
The calculation will therefore use the annual production volume of agricultural producers as a reference, during the same period if possible. After weighting the space used, the comparison can be made.
The production area of a country that produces Damask rose essential oil, such as Bulgaria, is x km². Let's say ours is 2000 m²; we then proceed by multiplying our production volume to adjust our area to theirs and thus obtain the virtual figure of our production volume if we had as much production area.
It is one of the ways to compare the efficiency of our production method with all the others.
[To obtain the "true" yield, it would be necessary to measure the quantity A that remained in the plant after our extraction process and then compare it to the quantity B that we obtained at the end of the process; this is the only way to use the calculation "(m1/m2)*100=yield." The problem is that no one measures A, and the relevance of the calculation lies in the comparison, so, relative to others and the data they collect, otherwise we fall back into the problem of the operational non-existence of this data. We cannot derive anything other than personal and basic satisfaction to continue improving our own process, but here it is not about us.]
Allez ici pour comprendre : https://wikipedia.org/wiki/Technology_readiness_level
We specify the TRL of our complementary technologies but not of the main ones like the brilliant non-destructive extraction ?
If you want to know the progress of our 3 pillars, send us an email, and we will be happy to provide the best answers regarding these technologies currently in the patenting process.
The current agricultural techniques mix the massive use of fertilizers with pesticides, and it's an inseparable duo.
Pesticides have killed all the underground fauna and flora, making the soil compact and non-porous. As a result, the soil can no longer breathe, accumulating much fewer minerals and water that transport them to nearby underground pockets (small aquifers easily accessible by plants and fungi).
The subsoil being more compact, the plant has more difficulty establishing its roots, which reduces its ability to seek out mineral resources. The absence of networks of fungi and bacteria killed by pesticides eliminates a large part of the elements refined by them, which increases the vitality of the plants that therefore find themselves deficient if they are not fed with fertilizers, creating a vicious cycle that keeps the plant in a constant state of homeostatic imbalance; in other words, it is constantly sick, which lowers the overall agricultural production yields.
These plants therefore grow on barren land, killed by pesticides and fertilizers that spread the underground imbalance to nearby regions. These imbalances result in a proliferation of invasive and destructive species like locusts, which sometimes decimate entire crops.
*If we use fertilizers, we facilitate the growth of all flora, which promotes the proliferation of all fauna; therefore, we must use specific pesticides that do not impact the plant we are interested in.
*If we treat the fields with non-specific pesticides, we destroy all growth of flora, which hinders the proliferation of fauna. Therefore, we must immediately follow up with fertilizers to promote the growth of the new shoots that we plant.
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