Hudson River Biotechnology on LinkedIn: HRB Outing & Team building 2024 (2024)

Visit from VNO-NCW and the European Biosolutions Coalition!Last Wednesday, Gabino Sanchez-Perez, Lena Maas, and Inge van Bussel had the pleasant visit of Tim Zandbergen, Thomas Grosfeld, Marit Hvithamar Rystrøm, Frederik van Til, and Sofie Carsten Nielsen from the European Biosolutions Coalition.As indicated on their website: ‘The purpose of the European Biosolutions Coalition is to highlight the importance of streamlining the regulatory framework for biosolutions, in the EU and member states.’ https://lnkd.in/ebpNnpnCWe had a great talk about the #barriers we run into as a plant #biotech company, the barriers we see that our (European) customers have, and how the coalition can collaborate to fix these. It will most likely still take a few years…but we are all optimistic that there has to bea green light to work with #biosolutions, of which both our CRISPR-genome editing (saving so many years!) and nanoparticles, Plentrance™, are a part!

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Thanks to all organizers of the StartLife Demo Day and ! We enjoyed being there and are looking forward to showing you our movie (stay tuned) ;)!

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Our next week is full of cool events 😎 !Remember one of our last posts of Gabino Sanchez-Perez and Lotte Westerhof were being filmed in a strawberry greenhouse 🍓 ? The result of that will be shown on the 21st of May, where Hudson River Biotechnology will give a talk as Alumnus at the StartLife Demo Day. We are looking forward to meeting fellow innovators, investors, and #AgriFoodTech enthusiasts! The days after, the 22nd and 23rd of May we will be at the in Wageningen. is an initiative by Rabobank, , Anterra Capital, StartLife and Foodvalley NL. We at Hudson River Biotechnology also strongly believe that innovation is the key to sustainably feeding future generations and we need to collaborate to get there👏 .Our colleagues Lotte Westerhof, Ferdinand Los, and Lena Maas are looking forward to meeting you these events!https://lnkd.in/eagD95jFhttps://www.fanext.com/

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Clock’s ticking: International Seed Federation Congress is coming up. Who's excited? We know we are! 🌍⏰ May 27th and 28th our Director of Sales Jorik Bremer will be present and talk with representatives from the Seed industry on how our crop agnostic transgene free single cell CRISPR edited regeneration technology increases the speed of innovation in the industry.👉🏽 Gene Editing: Benefits, Intellectual Property and Licensing👉🏽 Value chain innovation👉🏽 Decarbonisation & SustainabilityWill you be there? 🤝 You’ll find us on May 27th & 28th at Ahoy Rotterdam.#NGT #regeneration #biotechnology #CRISPR

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Targeted genome editing for improving post-harvest traits in tomato 🍅 Up to now, most of published #CRISPR/Cas applications in plants (>97%) use an #SDN-1 approach, where the traits arise from knocking-out or silencing target genes. However, there is a significant potential in gene editing approaches (#SDN-2) where small, targeted modifications using hom*ology-directed repair (#HDR) can confer new characteristics to key genes.In a recent publication, a pioneering research group from the Henan Agricultural University identified a single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) in the ethylene receptor gene SlEIN4 in tomato, associated with fruit firmness within a #GWAS study with 266 tomato accessions. By SDN-2 targeted gene editing on SlEIN4, scientists achieved significant improvements in fruit ripening and firmness.The specific modification of the SlEIN4 gene affects the expression of enzymes involved in cell wall breakdown, producing a more robust microstructure of the fruit pericarp (the outer layer of the fruit), and ultimately an #increased #resistance to #physical #stress, improved resistance to damage during storage and transportation, extending #shelflife and reducing #waste.These results show the potential of using SDN-2 CRISPR for precise enhancement of tomato traits beyond simple gene knock-out or silencing. At HRB, we're proud to announce that we are already offering SDN-2 commercially in tomatoes, bringing potential specific edits like the one described above to market for better crop management and sustainability.https://lnkd.in/eXAA_HD5#Biotech #Genomics #TomatoResearch #PlantScience #SustainableAgriculture #CRISPR #GenomeEditing #FoodSecurity

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Yesterday, our colleagues were preparing for the StartLife Demo Day that is happening on the 21st of May! 🍓📽 Make sure you are present the 21st to see the movie and hear the update on Hudson River Biotechnology by Ferdinand Los (https://lnkd.in/eagD95jF).

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Feeding Trust, Not Fear: HRB's Response to Food MisinformationIn a world where our food sources are under more scrutiny than ever, the #conversation around food safety and biotech advancements has never been more important. At HRB, we're very aware of the rising #fear surrounding our food, sometimes triggered by #misinformation and #sensational headlines from media outlets that paint an incomplete picture of biotechnology.In an era where the lines between fact and fiction blur, HRB stands committed to evidence-based information and transparency. Misconceptions about food, particularly those reported by this article (https://lnkd.in/ecKNzjDR) exploring food fear, prompt for a critical need for clear, accurate information. The spotlight on the Environmental Working Group's "Dirty Dozen" list (https://lnkd.in/e82e_jS) by major global media outlets (https://lnkd.in/eunZskWG), exemplifies how easily public perception can be swayed by narratives lacking in scientific rigor.HRB recognizes these as opportunities for #educating and finally #empowering consumers. Our goal is to #demystify the #science behind our work, showing that modern biotechnologies, are not only safe but essential for the future of sustainable agriculture. It's not just about defending biotech innovations, it’s about focusing on evidence and transparent communication to correct #misconceptions, and finally replacing fear with facts for a more informed public dialogue.At HRB, we're actively contributing to this dialogue with our pioneering work in plant genome editing and smart delivery systems for agriculture. Our approach directly addresses these concerns by developing more resilient crop varieties that require fewer chemical inputs, thereby reducing the reliance on pesticides and mitigating the environmental impact of traditional agriculture.Through our work, we aim to #eradicate #myths and educate the public on the realities of modern agriculture and biotech foods. We address these misconceptions by providing accessible explanations of how biotech crops are developed, and showcasing the environmental and health benefits they offer. Our goal is to rebuild trust in our food systems and emphasize the critical role of science in securing a sustainable and safe food supply.Join us in cultivating a better-informed world, where science leads the way to safety, sustainability, and peace of mind at the dinner table.#HRB #FoodSafety #SustainableAgriculture #BiotechInnovation #ScienceOverFear #DebunkingMyths

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Thanks for having us CIOPORA! We enjoyed the networking, explaining the #CRISPR technology, and talking about concern regarding #plant #breeder's #rights.See you next time!

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Marrakech, CIOPORA, here we come!If you want to know more about the beneficial cooperation between #conventional breeding and #new breeding technigues, go to the CIOPORA - IP Public Conference, on Thursday April 18!Kitty Huijben will present where we as Hudson River Biotechnology see this cooperation between traditional and new techniques to get crops with desired traits. 👋She will be there together with Gabino Sanchez-Perez, so let's meet up!

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