Colorifix, a biotech company based at Norwich Research Park, received a visit from Prince William and Hollywood star Cate Blanchett last month.

Prince William and Cate Blanchett visited Colorifix's lab at Norwich Research Park in June (Image: Eddie Mulholland/Daily Telegraph) The firm, which is using DNA to create the world’s first biologically produced dye for the fashion and textile industries, has now secured $18m (£13.3m) of funding from IKEA Group and several other investors.

The backing aims to support Colorifix’s transition from pilot production to full-scale global commercial manufacturing.

Prince William visited Colorifix in June (Image: Eddie Mulholland/Daily Telegraph) Orr Yarkoni, CEO of Colorifix, said: “This investment marks a critical milestone as we shift from proving our........

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