Ulva seaweed fronds in water — the foundation of PhycoHealth products
Venus Shell Systems

Venus Shell Systems

Science From the Sea. Solutions for Life.

From seaweed to skincare, nutrition, and beyond

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About Venus Shell Systems

Venus Shell Systems is an Australian marine biotechnology company based in Huskisson, NSW. Founded by Dr. Pia Winberg, we develop premium seaweed-derived products for human health and wellness through our consumer brand, PhycoHealth.

Our proprietary SXRG84 extract — a plant-based alternative to hyaluronic acid — is produced at the NSW Marine Biorefinery, where cutting-edge research meets sustainable bioprocessing. Every product is backed by university research partnerships and a zero-waste production model.

Huskisson, NSW, AustraliaMarine Biotechnology~1,500 Shareholders

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The Science

Proprietary marine biotech extract from Australian seaweed, backed by university research partnerships.

Close-up of Ulva sp. 84 seaweed fronds — the foundation of PhycoHealth products

Ulva sp. 84 Seaweed

Sustainably cultivated Australian green seaweed — the foundation of the PhycoHealth product range.

SXRG84 Extract

Proprietary Phyaluronic extract — a plant-based alternative to hyaluronic acid for skincare and wellness.

Zero-Waste Biorefinery

20% high-value biotech extract, 80% premium nutritional products. NSW Marine Biorefinery scaling from 5 to 50 tonnes per annum.

Research Partners

University of WollongongWound Healing
Macquarie UniversityEpithelial Health
The University of SydneyTissue Repair

Every PhycoHealth product helps restore the ocean.

  • Seaweed naturally produces oxygen
  • 1,500 litres of seawater re-oxygenated for every product
  • Nutrients transformed into food for gut, skin and planetary health

Because these systems belong together.

Ulva seaweed — every PhycoHealth product helps restore the ocean

Our Founder

Dr. Pia Winberg working in the laboratory — Founder, CEO & Chief Scientist of Venus Shell Systems

Dr. Pia Winberg

Founder, CEO & Chief Scientist

From marine ecologist to biotech CEO, Dr. Pia Winberg has dedicated over two decades to unlocking the potential of Australian seaweed. Her pioneering research at the NSW Marine Biorefinery in Huskisson has transformed how we think about plant-based wellness and sustainable bioprocessing.

Recognised with the MBCRC Hall of Fame Award, Pia's work bridges the gap between cutting-edge science and consumer health products — creating value for shareholders while advancing environmental stewardship.

ABC Conversations InterviewMBCRC Hall of Fame

From the Founder

Prepared from research undertaken by Dr. Pia Winberg and colleagues for a recent workshop with Venus Shell Systems research partners — insights into novel marine-derived products in development.

NICE Research Workshop Podcast·February 2026

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Partnership

Sanitarium Health Foods Collaboration

PhycoHealth welcomes Sanitarium Health Foods to Huskisson for product trials and formulation development.

March 2026 · Huskisson, NSW

Research

NICE Research Workshop

Five universities and 15 scientists collaborating on SXRG84 healing applications across burns, chronic wounds, and skin therapy.

February 2026 · Multi-University

Media

ABC Conversations with Pia

Dr. Pia Winberg featured in ABC's 20th Anniversary Collection — the story behind turning seaweed science into ocean wellness.

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