In the initial phase, using their strong background in computational methods, Evogene has developed a smart process to identify potential novel compounds that act on new proteins and binding sites. The collaboration achieved its first project milestone, with the joint nomination of a set of novel SoAs, discovered by Evogene that will advance to the discovery phase of relevant bioactive compounds.
“Insecticides are essential for controlling insect damage and infestations that affect public health and increase the quality and quantity of crops. I am excited that we have achieved our first milestone towards the discovery and development of new insecticides,” said Eran Kosover, Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Ag-Chemicals division at Evogene Ltd.