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Molagri

YC S26

Toronto, CA · Founded 2026 · 4 employees · 7 known investors

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Molagri develops biopesticides that target harmful insects through specific molecular mechanisms while protecting beneficial insects and the environment, and incorporates resistance modeling to maintain product efficacy over time.

Advanced ManufacturingAgTechBiotechClimate TechSynthetic BiologySustainabilityClimateAgricultureCanadaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S26)

Molagri was founded in 2026 by Zaky Hassan and Min Jin.

ZHZaky Hassan
Zaky HassanCo-Founder and CEOZaky Hassan is a protein biochemist and viral structural biologist with a BSc in Biochemistry from the University of Toronto and PhD-level training in the same field. He has studied antibody neutralization mechanisms in human pathogenic coronaviruses, previously founded a non-profit focused on youth programming in Toronto, and has published in peer-reviewed journals.
MJMin Jin
Min JinCo-Founder and CSOMin Jin has trained in structural biology and protein biochemistry, holding degrees in biophysics (BSc from University of Toronto) and pursuing a PhD in biochemistry. Her research has been published in Nature Microbiology and Nature Communications, with work focused on coronavirus spike protein structures.

Investors · 7

Agrolimen Venturesreported

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Convective CapitalreportedSan Francisco

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RobinhoodreportedMenlo Park

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SuperorganismreportedNew York

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Ventioneers CapitalreportedOakville

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Vest Capital Partnersreported

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Frequently asked questions

What does Molagri do?
Molagri develops biopesticides that target harmful insects through specific molecular mechanisms while protecting beneficial insects and the environment, and incorporates resistance modeling to maintain product efficacy over time.
Who founded Molagri?
Molagri was founded by Zaky Hassan, Min Jin in 2026.
Who are Molagri's investors?
Molagri's investors include Y Combinator, Agrolimen Ventures, Convective Capital, Robinhood, Superorganism, Ventioneers Capital, Vest Capital Partners.
Where is Molagri headquartered?
Molagri is headquartered in Toronto, CA.