Ironic Biotech® — Iron Deficiency Solved.
Ironic Biotech® Lund University, Sweden

Iron
deficiency
solved.

A patented heme iron protein that absorbs like meat, without the gut irritation. Up to 65× more effective than traditional iron supplements.

2B+
People with low iron
65×
Greater effectiveness
0
Adverse effects observed
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High Absorption Iron
Gentle on the Gut
Patented Heme Iron Protein
No Adverse Effects
65× More Effective
Works in Powders & Liquids
Neutral Taste
Born at Lund University
High Absorption Iron
Gentle on the Gut
Patented Heme Iron Protein
No Adverse Effects
65× More Effective
Works in Powders & Liquids
Neutral Taste
Born at Lund University
Woman with fatigue from iron deficiency
1 in 3
Women worldwide
The Problem

Iron deficiency is a massive and overlooked problem

Iron deficiency affects 1 in 3 women worldwide, leading to constant fatigue, brain fog, and low performance. Yet the solutions available today often fail.

Most traditional iron supplements are poorly absorbed and cause gut irritation, leading many women to stop taking them before their iron levels recover. We need iron that truly works.

2B+
People globally with iron deficiency
33%
Of women worldwide affected
50%
Stop supplements due to side effects
10%
Absorption rate of standard supplements
Our Solution

A patented heme iron protein that works with your body

We built a better kind of iron. Designed to absorb efficiently and avoid the gut irritation that supplements cause.

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    High Absorption

    Delivers iron like meat through the heme pathway — bypassing the absorption limitations of traditional supplements.

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    Gentle on the Gut

    No gut irritation. No constipation. No reason to stop. Our formulation has shown zero adverse effects in preclinical studies.

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    Versatile Format

    Works in powders, liquids, chewables and more. Neutral taste ensures seamless integration into any product.

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    Science-Backed

    15+ years of research at Lund University. Patented technology developed by leading biotechnology scientists.

Ironic Biotech iron solution
65×
Greater effectiveness than traditional supplements
0
Adverse effects observed in preclinical studies
15+
Years of iron protein research at Lund University
Dr. Nélida Leiva Eriksson — Founder of Ironic Biotech
The Story

The ironic story about Ironic.

"I found myself in desperate need of what I was dedicating my life to research on blood. Oh, the irony."

I am Dr. Nélida Leiva Eriksson and I've learned the hard way that I was one of countless women suffering from iron deficiency. After neglecting my own health I found myself in desperate need of what I was dedicating my life to research on blood.

However, the iron pills available were a major disappointment. Not only did they upset my gut, but my body wasn't able to absorb the iron and most of it went through, anyway. I thought I had to come up with a better alternative.

That's why I founded Ironic to empower women and put an end to the tiredness and fatigue caused by iron deficiency. I refuse to believe that being a woman should mean constantly feeling drained. I am determined to provide a solution that truly works.

Dr. Nélida Leiva ErikssonFounder & CEO, Ironic Biotech
The Team

The scientists behind the solution.

A team of world-class biotechnology researchers and innovation pioneers united by one mission.

Dr. Nélida Leiva Eriksson
Dr. Nélida Leiva Eriksson
Founder & CEO

Assoc. Prof. biotechnology scientist at Lund University. 15+ years studying iron proteins. Developing genetic engineering and fermentation techniques to scale up production.

Hans Holm
Hans Holm
Chief Technology Officer

Innovation pioneer with 30+ years at DSM and Chr. Hansen. Specialised in bringing R&D technologies into innovative products and innovation strategy development.

Eskil Åhlin
Eskil Åhlin
Chief Business Officer

Long experience from Sony and leading tech companies. His early career was designing parts of how the internet should work. Background in life science and food technology transfer.

Dr. Karin Kettisen
Dr. Karin Kettisen
R&D Scientist

PhD from Lund University on hemoglobin and protein engineering. Previously worked for Cytiva and SARomics. Deep expertise in iron protein characterization.

Dr. Leila Allahgholi
Dr. Leila Allahgholi
Senior R&D Scientist

PhD from Lund University. Extensive experience in analytical characterization, structural modeling, and study of molecular interactions through dynamic simulations.

FAQ

Common questions answered.

Ironic Biotech produces a patented heme iron protein the same form of iron found in meat. Unlike inorganic iron supplements (ferrous sulfate, ferric iron), our formulation is absorbed through the heme pathway, which is significantly more efficient and doesn't cause the gut irritation that leads most people to stop taking supplements.
In preclinical studies, our non-animal iron protein showed up to 65× greater effectiveness than traditional supplements, with no adverse effects observed. This is because we deliver iron through the heme pathway the same efficient absorption mechanism your body uses to absorb iron from meat.
No. Despite delivering iron the same way meat does (via the heme pathway), our iron protein is produced through biotechnology not from animals. This makes it suitable for vegans and vegetarians while delivering the same absorption benefits as heme iron from meat sources.
Our iron compound works in powders, liquids, chewables, and other supplement formats. It has a neutral taste, making it easy to incorporate into any product formulation. We work with supplement manufacturers and food companies to integrate our ingredient into their products.
We are currently in the development and scaling phase, supported by Vinnova, Region Skåne, and the FAN network. We are actively building partnerships with manufacturers and supplement brands. Contact us to stay updated on our launch timeline and partnership opportunities.
Yes. We are open to strategic partnerships with supplement manufacturers, food companies, and healthcare providers. We are also exploring investment opportunities. Please use the contact form below or email us directly at info@ironicbiotech.com to start a conversation.

Ready to bring better iron
to your customers?

Partner with Ironic Biotech. Join us in solving one of the world's most overlooked nutritional challenges.

Let's talk about better iron.

Do you want to know more about us and when our products will be released? Are you a supplement manufacturer, retailer, or healthcare provider interested in partnership? We'd love to hear from you.

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Address
Kungsgatan 3, 244 63 Furulund, Sweden
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Email
info@ironicbiotech.com
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Born from research at
Lund University, Sweden
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Supported by

Vinnova
Vinnova
Sweden's Innovation Agency supporting breakthrough research and innovation
Region Skåne
Region Skåne
Regional authority of Skåne empowering life science and biotech innovation
FAN
FAN Network
Food Arena Network connecting food & biotech innovators across Sweden
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