At ThermoReLeaf we address the problem of crop yield losses due to heat exposure

, a global threat to food security that has worsened in recent years due to climate change.
Dead crops due to heat waves.
The Challenge

It is estimated that each degree-Celsius increase in global mean temperature reduces global yields of wheat by 6.0%, rice by 3.2%, maize by 7.4%, and soybean by 3.1%.

This represents a total global average loss of $42.4 billion per year.

Our Solution

We offer a platform that combines small molecule discovery and gene editing to protect crops from heat stress.

These technologies are specifically designed to prevent the cell death events that take place in response to heat, avoiding the damage that occurs in plants exposed to high temperatures.

Healthy crops.
Our Products
Genetically edited seeds.

Seeds of edited plants

Heat resilient plants obtained through DNA edition can cope with heat stress all along their life cycle.
Spraying of plants.

AgBiological formulation

Specific formulation that allows plants to cope with extreme temperatures, either by seed application or by foliar spray.
Current technologies are not specifically developed to cope with severe heat
We are able to precisely disrupt the cell death mechanism triggered in response to heat without affecting plant growth or development
Both technologies are applicable across species and in elite varieties, allowing the continuity of use of seeds with high productivity
Impact
By providing heat-resistant crops, ThermoReLeaf is committed to restore crop profitability and to reduce the social impact of climate change.
Through technological innovation, ThermoReLeaf promotes economic growth, higher levels of productivity and sustainable agricultural practices.
No poverty Zero hunger Decent work, and economic growth Responsible consuption and production Climate action Life on land
Our Team

ThermoReLeaf is a biotechnology startup founded in 2024.

We based our startup in years of research and strong science.

Gabriela Pagnussat
Gabriela C. Pagnussat
CEO

PhD in Life Sciences, Molecular and Cell Biologist. UCDavis, HHMI IECS.

CONICET Researcher UNMDP.

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Ayelén Distéfano
Ayelén M. Distéfano
CSO

PhD in Life Sciences, Plant Physiologist.

CONICET Researcher UNMDP.

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Diego Fiol
Diego F. Fiol
CTO

PhD in Life Sciences, Molecular biologist, Bioinformatic Leadership & management UCDavis.

CONICET Researcher UNMDP.

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Sponsors
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We discovered how plants die in response to heat.

We know how to save them.

Let’s do it together!