Who founded Qarbotech?

Qarbotech was founded by Chor Chee Hoe, Suraya Abdul Rashid.

Who are Qarbotech's investors?

Qarbotech's investors include 500 Global, Better Bite Ventures, X-HUB TOKYO Global Startup Accelerator, Epic Angels.

Qarbotech

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Qarbotech develops patented biocompatible nanotechnology that enhances photosynthesis to increase crop yields and accelerate crop cycles for farmers. The company operates in the agritech and nanotech space, addressing food security and climate challenges, with technology developed at Universiti Putra Malaysia.

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Founders & leadership

Chor Chee HoeChief Executive OfficerChor Chee Hoe is a professional aviator and climate technology entrepreneur who co-founded Qarbotech, a deep tech startup developing biocompatible nanotechnology to enhance plant photosynthesis and crop yields.

Suraya Abdul RashidChief ScientistSuraya Abdul Rashid is a professor of nanomaterials at Universiti Putra Malaysia who developed a patented method for producing quantum dots from agricultural waste biochar; she is Chief Scientist at Qarbotech, which applies this technology to enhance photosynthesis in crops.

Amirul MericanChief Operating OfficerAmirul Merican is Co-Founder and COO of Qarbotech, which uses patented nanotechnology to enhance photosynthesis for improved crop yields. He previously co-founded BioLoop, focused on sustainable insect protein production, and worked as a Strategy & Consulting Analyst at Accenture on business transformation projects.

Investors · 6

500 Globallisted by 500 GlobalPalo Alto · $150K

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Better Bite Ventureslisted by Better Bite Ventures

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X-HUB TOKYO Global Startup Acceleratorlisted by X-HUB TOKYO Global Startup AcceleratorTokyo

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Epic AngelsreportedSingapore · $250K

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Also in the syndicate · 2

EQT FoundationID Capital

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

Undisclosed amountseed extension roundSep 2024
500 Global (lead), Better Bite Ventures, Epic Angels Limited, EQT Foundation, ID Capital
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Undisclosed amountseed fundingDec 2023
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Frequently asked questions

What does Qarbotech do?: Qarbotech develops patented biocompatible nanotechnology that enhances photosynthesis to increase crop yields and accelerate crop cycles for farmers. The company operates in the agritech and nanotech space, addressing food security and climate challenges, with technology developed at Universiti Putra Malaysia.
Who founded Qarbotech?: Qarbotech was founded by Chor Chee Hoe, Suraya Abdul Rashid.
Who are Qarbotech's investors?: Qarbotech's investors include 500 Global, Better Bite Ventures, X-HUB TOKYO Global Startup Accelerator, Epic Angels.