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AgBiome is a biotechnology company that develops biological products for agriculture by leveraging the plant-associated microbiome. It identifies plant microbes with potential to improve plant health, pest resistance, and yields, using genomics and screening technologies. The company builds a microbial collection and operates a platform to discover ingredients for agriculturally relevant applications, including fungicides and other biologics that target soil-borne diseases, insects, and nematodes. Through partnerships with agricultural players, AgBiome accelerates discovery and global deployment of solutions. It is based in Durham, North Carolina, with a state-of-the-art laboratory and greenhouse facility, and has a substantial research team.

Founded in Argentina, Grupo Los Grobo is a prominent agribusiness company operating across Latin America. It specializes in the production and commercialization of agricultural commodities, offering a comprehensive range of services including land development, input provision, technical assistance, financial support for small producers, wheat processing, and industrialization.

Oblong Industries is a design-driven software and hardware company headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 2006, Oblong focuses on advancing gesture-based and spatial computing technologies, which stem from research at the MIT Media Lab. The company’s flagship product, Mezzanine, is a room-scale visual collaboration system that facilitates dynamic multi-user interactions across multiple screens and devices, enabling participants to share data and collaborate effectively in real-time. Mezzanine is designed to enhance meetings and workflows by making information visible and accessible, transforming routine processes into engaging experiences. Oblong’s g-speak Spatial Operating Environment serves as the foundation for its application development, allowing organizations to create inherently collaborative solutions. The company has partnered with various Global Fortune 500 firms and government agencies, applying its technologies in sectors such as aerospace, logistics, energy management, and data visualization. Oblong's team includes experienced professionals from notable companies like Apple, Google, and Microsoft, underscoring its commitment to innovation in collaborative technologies.

Agrivida, Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in animal health and nutrition through the development of innovative feed additives for poultry, swine, dairy and beef cattle, and aquaculture. Founded in 2003 and based in Four Seasons, Missouri, Agrivida utilizes its proprietary GRAINZYME technology to produce enzymes directly within corn kernels, offering a natural and effective method to enhance animal diets. This platform enables the integration of beneficial enzymes such as phytase and glucanase, which improve nutritional efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of livestock production. Agrivida's solutions aim to promote healthier food production while delivering economic benefits to its clients in the agricultural sector.

AgBiome is a biotechnology company that develops biological products for agriculture by leveraging the plant-associated microbiome. It identifies plant microbes with potential to improve plant health, pest resistance, and yields, using genomics and screening technologies. The company builds a microbial collection and operates a platform to discover ingredients for agriculturally relevant applications, including fungicides and other biologics that target soil-borne diseases, insects, and nematodes. Through partnerships with agricultural players, AgBiome accelerates discovery and global deployment of solutions. It is based in Durham, North Carolina, with a state-of-the-art laboratory and greenhouse facility, and has a substantial research team.

Synergis Education partners with non-profit colleges and universities to develop and deliver innovative educational programs for non-traditional adult learners. It offers integrated services including marketing, enrollment management, academic program design, technology integration, student support, and accounting. Synergis Education's EdVantage Learning System co-develops associate, baccalaureate, and graduate degree curricula with partner institutions.