Transforming Crop Improvement with Cutting-Edge Gene Discovery

Our Mission

Empowering Innovation In Crop Improvement.

Our mission is to empower researchers and breeders with innovative tools that accelerate productivity and innovation in crop improvement, driving a more sustainable and resilient agricultural future. KnetMiner is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge software and services that simplify gene discovery. By leveraging AI and knowledge graphs, we enable researchers to navigate complex data with ease, accelerating discoveries and advancing crop improvement for global food security.

Faster & More Intuitive
Gene Discovery.

Just as the Human Genome Project transformed biology, KnetMiner is redefining biological search and gene discovery with faster, more intuitive tools. By connecting the dots across multi-omics layers, it simplifies complex search tasks, helping researchers to uncover hidden relationships and accelerate innovation.

Powered By Cutting-Edge Technologies.

KnetMiner is powered by a unique blend of cutting-edge technologies, including our GraphRAG search engine, which combines the precision of knowledge graphs with the contextual understanding of large language models. By uniting technology with science, we empower researchers to drive innovation in gene discovery and beyond.

We’re invested in your biological stories

We don’t just present information; we help shape the narrative that links genes to traits and diseases. With KnetMiner, you’re part of the scientific journey, uncovering valuable insights from plant and pest genomes. Join us as we chart a new path in gene discovery and research—KnetMiner is the future of scientific exploration, here today.

Meet the Minds Behind KnetMiner

Our team of founders combines expertise in bioinformatics, AI, and plant science to drive innovation and empower your research.

Keywan Hassani-Pak
Founder & CEO

PhD in Bioinformatics & Genome Research

Christopher Rawlings
Co-founder & Advisor

Professor in Computer Science and Bioinformatics

Arné de Klerk
Co-founder & Product Manager

MSc in Bioinformatics & BSc in Computer Science (Game Development)

Benjamin Turner
Advisor

Tech scale-up expert

Marco Brandizi
Co-founder & Software Engineer

PhD in Computer Science and Linked Data Technologies

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