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Tal Sherman
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Using genome editing as a breeding tool
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BetterSeeds is an Israeli plant breeding and seed production company, founded in 2017. BetterSeeds’ goal is to provide farmers with the seeds of improved plant varieties, developed through the application of CRISPR gene editing technology. https://betterseeds.com/
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Crispr/cas9 targeted genome inversion platform for vegetable crop improvement

A gene-editing platform leveraging CRISPR/Cas9 to induce targeted chromosomal inversions in vegetable crops. Combines Ku70 knockout backgrounds and gamete-specific Cas9 expression to improve inversion efficiency, heritab...

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Genome editing platform for evaluating plant promoter variants

Innovative genome editing platform utilizing GFP fluorescence for precise evaluation of promoter variants in plants. The system leverages a self-replicating element activated by Cas9, enabling sensitive detection and qua...

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NRC4 gene editing for broad-spectrum disease resistance in tomatoes

BetterSeeds' NRC4 gene editing technology enhances disease resistance in tomatoes, providing protection against fungi, bacteria, and pests without affecting growth or yield. The solution is scalable, adaptable, and comme...

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Genome-edited drought-resistant tomatoes for sustainable agriculture

A CRISPR-based solution enhancing drought resistance in tomatoes by modifying the ROP9 gene to improve water use efficiency (WUE) without compromising yield. This innovation supports sustainable agriculture and efficient...

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Genome editing for enhanced vegetable fruit quality traits

BetterSeeds employs genome editing to improve fruit quality traits in vegetables, accelerating development and market introduction of superior varieties. The approach focuses on genes controlling traits like flesh color ...

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Tal Sherman
Work experience
CSO
2017 - Present
PhD, Plant Science
2007 - 2013
Top industry applications
Agricultural biotechnologyPest and disease management
Expertise
Abiotic StressAgricultural ScienceMolecular BiologyPlant BiologyPlant Pathology
Last updated Nov 2023
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