In an era marked by rising global health consciousness and intense competition in scientific innovation, Taiwan’s biotech industry once again shines on the international stage. Synbio Tech Inc. (1295), with its flagship probiotic strain TWK10® (Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TWK10), has recently secured two prestigious awards. Not only did TWK10® clinch the gold medal at the 24th Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE) International Invention and Innovation Awards 2025, but it also received recognition at Taiwan's 21st National Innovation Award. These accolades underscore Taiwan's competitive edge in probiotic technology worldwide.

The dual recognition highlights Synbio Tech’s excellence in innovation and marks TWK10®’s outstanding application in healthy aging, earning widespread recognition from international markets and expert juries alike.

MTE Gold Medal Places TWK10® in the Spotlight for Global Healthy Aging Market

The Malaysia Technology Expo, renowned as one of Asia’s most influential innovation exhibitions, annually attracts groundbreaking technologies from around the world. This year's event saw fierce competition, featuring 425 innovative technologies and products from 15 countries, including the USA, UK, Japan, Singapore, Indonesia, and Egypt. TWK10® distinguished itself with groundbreaking applications in healthy aging, sports performance, and gut microbiota regulation, earning a gold medal and showcasing Taiwan's biotech capabilities on an international stage.

Research on TWK10® has demonstrated significant effectiveness in delaying aging, enhancing muscle strength, improving bone density, and boosting cognitive function through gut microbiota modulation, promoting overall health and introducing revolutionary solutions to global healthy aging challenges. These findings, published in numerous international journals, have garnered widespread academic recognition, positioning TWK10® as a rising star in the global probiotics market.

National Innovation Award Highlights TWK10®'s Global Competitiveness

In addition to its international success, TWK10® also earned Taiwan's 21st National Innovation Award, one of the highest honors in Taiwan’s biotech sector, celebrating outstanding achievements in technological innovation, practical application, and market potential. TWK10® received this award not only for redefining conventional probiotic applications but also for its robust scientific backing and global market strategy, becoming a source of pride for Taiwan's biotech industry.

TWK10® has revolutionized the traditional probiotic focus on gut health by expanding into sports nutrition and healthy aging sectors, successfully entering global markets and demonstrating Taiwan's biotech strength and global influence.

Deepening Clinical Applications and Expanding Global Reach, Synbio Tech Leads the Way

Synbio Tech's General Manager, Yang Chuan-Hsien, remarked, "TWK10®’s consecutive recognitions at both international and domestic levels affirm our research capabilities and highlight Taiwan’s formidable competitive edge in the global probiotic industry." He emphasized that Synbio Tech will continue enhancing clinical research for TWK10®, strengthening its scientific foundation in healthy aging and sports nutrition, while proactively expanding its global market presence and collaborating with international partners to drive probiotic innovation and development.

Synbio Tech remains dedicated to the research and application of probiotics and postbiotics, guided by its mission of "Changing Lives with Probiotics," continuously advancing global health industries. The success of TWK10® exemplifies Synbio Tech’s dedication to innovation and professionalism, further elevating Taiwan's influence in the global probiotic market.

As the global health market expands, the probiotic industry faces evolving consumer demands and broader application scopes. With TWK10®’s exceptional performance in healthy aging, sports nutrition, and gut microbiota regulation, Synbio Tech is propelling probiotic technology from traditional uses into expansive new markets.

Synbio Tech Continues to Lead Innovation in Taiwan’s Biotech Industry

The biotech industry is at the forefront of the global health revolution, and Taiwan’s probiotic sector is a crucial contributor. Boosted by dual international and domestic honors, Synbio Tech remains committed to science-based innovation and market expansion.

Under its core strategies—"Scientific Evidence, Innovative Applications, and Global Market Presence"—Synbio Tech is steadily enhancing Taiwan's international biotech influence, setting new milestones for the health industry. Moving forward, TWK10® will not only continue shining in global markets but also deliver healthier, higher-quality lifestyles to consumers worldwide, reinforcing Taiwan’s biotech prominence on the global stage.