Partners

Partners

Partners

What is MAID?

Microbiome bioproducts are rapidly reshaping global health, with applications ranging from cancer therapeutics to next‑generation antimicrobials like bacteriophages, as well as agricultural, nutraceutical and veterinary innovations. Yet despite their potential, innovators still face significant scientific and commercial barriers that slow progress and prevent many microbiome breakthroughs from reaching the market. 

MAID is a strategic collaboration led by the University of Liverpool, established to overcome these barriers and unlock the commercial potential of microbiome products, antimicrobial therapies, and diagnostic innovations across the Liverpool City Region (LCR) and throughout the UK. It provides bespoke, end-to-end support to help businesses navigate the complexities of product development, ensuring novel solutions in therapies and diagnostics reach the market faster. 

This one-stop-shop is built on the combined expertise of: 

• The University of Liverpool’s Microbiome Innovation Centre (MIC): Providing world-class scientific expertise, research capabilities, and access to unique facilities in microbiome science. 

• CPI: Leveraging our expertise in scaling up bioprocesses, manufacturing de-risking, and technology commercialisation to bridge the gap between lab-scale innovation and industrial reality. 

This project is part of the LCR Life Sciences Innovation Zone Programme* with the aim of supporting organisations in developing their microbiome technology across the UK. The project also underscores the region’s commitment to supporting high-growth SMEs in the life sciences sector.

*The Liverpool City Region Life Sciences Innovation Zone Programme forms part of the Government’s national Investment Zone Programme, positioning the city region as a powerhouse for health and life sciences innovation.

What MAID offers

MAID offers targeted support to help innovators progress microbiome and phage‑based innovations, including:

Engagement benefits

Working with MAID gives you access to a range of benefits, including:

• Technology development

• Accelerated translation

• Comprehensive end-to-end solutions

• Strategic engagement and signposting

• Building connections

• Funding by LCRCA

Events

Our events include training sessions, in-person workshops, and networking opportunities, bringing together industry to tackle common challenges and build a community of growth within microbiome sciences.

How to get involved

We’re committed to supporting innovators progress their technologies, particularly in today’s challenging funding landscape. Contact us to find out how we can help accelerate your product development journey and move your innovation closer to market.