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Evogene

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Evogene Ltd.
Company typePublic
TASEEVGN
NYSEEVGN
IndustryComputational Biology
Founded2002
FounderDr. Hagai Karchi and Dr. Rafi Meissner
HeadquartersRehovot, Israel
Key people
Sarit Firon, Chairperson of Board, Ofer Haviv, President & CEO
SubsidiariesBiomica, Canonic, Lavie Bio, AgPlenus, Castera
Websitewww.evogene.com

Evogene is a computational biology company based in Israel. Evogene Ltd. (NASDAQ:EVGN) has developed a unique computational predictive biology "CPB" platform, which leverages big data with advanced algorithms such as machine learning and other artificial intelligence (AI), while adding a deep understanding of biology and advanced biological technologies. Evogene is using its proprietary CPB platform to computationally design and develop next-generation life-science products based upon three core components: microbes, small molecules, and genetic elements.

Evogene's computational platform allows it to substantially increase the probability of successful life-science product development, increase the efficiency and reduce the toxicity of its life-science products while reducing time and cost to development. Its strategic partners include BASF (OTCQX:BASFY), Bayer (OTCPK:BAYZF), Corteva (CTVA), ICL Group Ltd. (ICL) as well as various academic and medical institutions.

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