Novel Medical Food Solution for the Elderly: Pluri & Wilk Collaborate to Develop Human Breast Milk-Derived Food Production on a Commercial Scale

Core Insights - Pluri Inc. has announced a strategic collaboration with Wilk Technologies to develop a unique medical food for the elderly using components of breast milk [1][3] - The collaboration aims to leverage Pluri's 3D cell-expansion technology alongside Wilk's expertise in cultured milk products to address the nutritional needs of the aging population [3][4] Company Overview - Pluri Inc. is focused on creating cell-based products for commercial use, utilizing a patented 3D cell expansion system to address challenges in medicine, food scarcity, and sustainability [4] - Wilk Technologies is dedicated to sustainable dairy production, specializing in cultured human breast milk and cow milk ingredients, with a focus on reducing carbon footprint [5] Market Context - The global elderly nutrition market is currently valued at $25.2 billion and is projected to reach $39.7 billion within the next decade, driven by the increasing geriatric population and prevalence of chronic illnesses [6]