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GigaCrop

Founded 2020 · 8 employees on LinkedIn · 2 known investors

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GigaCrop develops engineered crops with improved photosynthesis to increase agricultural yields for food, fiber, and fuel production. The company uses synthetic biology and enzyme engineering to enhance plant productivity sustainably.

Founders & leadership

GigaCrop was founded in 2020 by Chris Eiben.

CEChris Eiben
Chris EibenFounderChris Eiben is the founder and CEO of GigaCrop, which uses synthetic biology and enzyme engineering to enhance photosynthesis in crops for improved agricultural yields. His team includes researchers trained by structural biologist David Baker, chemist Frances Arnold, and metabolic engineer Jay Keasling.

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Frequently asked questions

What does GigaCrop do?
GigaCrop develops engineered crops with improved photosynthesis to increase agricultural yields for food, fiber, and fuel production. The company uses synthetic biology and enzyme engineering to enhance plant productivity sustainably.
Who founded GigaCrop?
GigaCrop was founded by Chris Eiben in 2020.
Who are GigaCrop's investors?
GigaCrop's investors include Juniper, Playground Global.