ABOUT

Upgraded Consumer Molecules (UCM) is a science-led innovation company dedicated to transforming the everyday substances. We develop, enhance, and commercialize functional molecules that improve quality of life, then bring them to the world through globally scalable brands.

Our work sits at the intersection of pharma-grade chemistry and consumer product innovation, bridging the gap between the lab bench and the marketplace. Every molecule we create is designed for real-world impact: safe, effective, sustainable, and capable of delivering experiences people love without the trade-offs they’ve come to accept.

Our mission is to elevate the world by creating and improving everyday molecules, transforming them into powerful, trusted brands, and commercializing them worldwide.

To achieve this, we use AI-powered pharma-grade predictive chemistry. We combining advanced machine learning, computational modeling, and experimental synthesis to accelerate discovery and optimize performance. This approach allows us to identify and perfect functional compounds at a fraction of the time and cost of traditional methods, opening the door to innovations that previously weren’t possible.

We focus on molecules that enhance daily life, always guided by the principles of efficacy, safety, and sustainability.

1. AI-Powered Discovery: We leverage proprietary machine learning models, molecular simulations, and high-throughput lab testing to design and predict the behavior of novel compounds with pharmaceutical precision.
2. Targeted Improvement: Rather than chasing “new” for novelty’s sake, we identify existing everyday molecules that can be improved—removing side effects, enhancing benefits, and increasing sustainability.
3. Brand-First Integration: We build consumer brands around our molecules from day one, ensuring that when they reach the market, they’re ready to scale globally with strong identity, trust, and demand.
4. Rapid Commercialization: By combining academic-grade research with an entrepreneurial execution model, we move from concept to commercial product with unmatched speed and precision.
5. Global Impact: We design for worldwide relevance: molecules that can improve lives across markets, cultures, and lifestyles, backed by scalable manufacturing and regulatory pathways.