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CEO welcome

At TFTAK, we believe the future of food and biotechnology is built through collaboration, curiosity, and science that serves people and the planet. Based in Tallinn and backed by nearly 100 researchers, we help companies—from startups to global brands—develop smarter, more sustainable food solutions.

 

Our expertise spans alternative proteins, bioprocess optimization, microbiome research, precision fermentation, filamentous fungi and functional foods & beverages. Our in-house state-of-the-art laboratory and analytical capabilities have been developed over 20 years’ experience, with a focus on food and biotechnology. Whether it’s improving the taste of plant-based foods or scaling novel fermentation processes, we support every step from lab to pilot scale.

 

What sets us apart is our commitment to making science practical and impactful for our partners. We listen closely, work transparently, and deliver real, science-based results. Whether you’re exploring a new idea or looking for a long-term research partner, we’d be glad to hear from you.

Martin Lall, CEO

OUR TEAM

Meet #teamTFTAK

TFTAK Andres Maser

Andres Maser, MSc

Business Development Manager 

andres.maser [at] tftak.eu 

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TFTAK Merli Üle

Merli Üle, MSc

Innovation Director

merli.ule [at] tftak.eu

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TFTAK Sirli Rosenvald

Sirli Rosenvald, PhD

R&D Director
Food Science

sirli.rosenvald [at] tftak.eu 

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TFTAK Ranno Nahku

Ranno Nahku, PhD

R&D Director
Biotechnology

ranno [at] tftak.eu 

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Ildar

Ildar Nisamedtinov, PhD

VP R&D coordination at Lallemand

ildar [at] tftak.eu

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TFTAK Jekaterina Kazantseva

Jekaterina Kazantseva, PhD

Head of Microbiome Research Group

jekaterina [at] tftak.eu

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TFTAK Kadi Jakobson

Kadi Jakobson, MSc

Head of Alternative Proteins Group

kadi.jakobson [at] tftak.eu

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TFTAK Rain Kuldjärv

Rain Kuldjärv, MSc

Head of Functional Foods and Beverages Group

rain [at] tftak.eu

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TFTAK Steven van der Hoek

Steven A. van der Hoek, PhD

Precision Fermentation

Scientific Lead

steven.vd.hoek [at] tftak.eu

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TFTAK Shomaila Sikandar

Shomaila Sikandar, PhD

Fungal Bioprocess
Scientific Lead

shomaila.sikandar [at] tftak.eu

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TFTAK Martti Tamm

Martti Tamm, MSc

Head of Technical Department and Pilot Production

martti [at] tftak.eu

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TFTAK Eeva-Gerda Kobrin

Eeva-Gerda Kobrin, PhD

Head of Laboratory and Analytics

eeva-gerda.kobrin [at] tftak.eu

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TFTAK Annika Kaus

Annika Kaus, MSc

HR Manager

annika.kaus [at] tftak.eu 

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TFTAK Martin Lall

Martin Lall, MSc

CEO

martin.lall [at] tftak.eu 

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TFTAK Raivo Vilu

Raivo Vilu, PhD

Scientific Advisor to the Board

raivo [at] tftak.eu

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TFTAK Aavo Sõrmus

Aavo Sõrmus, MSc

Chairman of the Council

aavo [at] tftak.eu

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Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Our mission is to provide excellent support in applied research and product development to our partner enterprises. We value scientific excellence, reliability, dexterity, collaboration, and continuous growth.

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