Pfenex Inc
BiotechnologyCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
Pfenex Inc is a mid-sized biotechnology research company based in San Diego, California. Its Pelican Expression Technology Platform enables recombinant protein production and is described as reliable, validated, affordable, and scalable, particularly for complex, large-scale products where traditional systems fall short. The platform has been out-licensed to multiple global manufacturers for a range of commercial and development-stage programs, and it has demonstrated versatility across enzymes, peptides, antibody derivatives, and engineered non-natural proteins. By supporting shorter development timelines and reduced manufacturing costs, the platform aims to aid biopharmaceutical development of therapeutics and vaccines. In the context of industry trends toward large, structurally intricate biologics, the Pelican platform is positioned as a comprehensive protein production solution that is broadly available through partnerships and licensing.