From the Ground Up: How AI is Cultivating the Future of Plant Genomics
At Rethink Food, we are particularly excited about AI disruption in the area of plant genomics. To develop the next generation of tailored plant breeding that could transform food security and climate change adaptation, scientists and startups are exploring new horizons by using AI and big data to decipher the intricate world of plant genomes.1 […]
Welcoming Amy Nelson to the Rethink Education Team
Amy Nelson is taking a full-time role with Rethink Education, joining Matt Greenfield and Dre Bennin as the third managing partner. Meet Amy and learn more about how her background equips her well for Rethink Education’s mission.
Rethink Education’s 2023 Impact Report
At Rethink Education, our mission is to unlock the full human potential of people in marginalized and underserved groups. We do this by supporting mission-driven founders willing to tackle the hard problems – challenging the status quo and transforming educational outcomes for all learners. This report serves as an illustration of that impact.
Rethink Healthcare Real Estate’s 2023 Sustainability Report
We are excited to share our Sustainability Report for 2023 with the Rethink Healthcare Real Estate community. Over the past year, we’ve made significant strides in enhancing our sustainability and community practices across our properties. Check out the full report to learn more about our achievements and future plans.
Rethink Food Newsletter April 2024
Spotlight: Plant-Based Meats In late March, our team joined fellow industry professionals at the Future of Food-Tech conference. Amidst the conversations about AI and climate disclosures, the topic that appeared to be at the forefront of many conversations was the state of alternative proteins. We’ve been monitoring the rise and pitfalls alternative proteins since our […]
Are Plant-Based Meats Cooked?
Plant-based meats – complex recipes of soy, oils, yeast, and potatoes that mimic the texture, appearance, and even “bleeding” of flesh – appeared to be unstoppable for a while. Beyond Meat’s stock shot up 163% on the day it went public in May 2019, marking the biggest one-day performance for a major American firm in […]
Exploring EdTech’s Ability to Alleviate the Unemployment Crisis in Sub-Saharan Africa
Rethink Education Newsletter April 2024
Spotlight: AI in Education (continued) The responsible deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education has remained top of mind for us at Rethink Education throughout the beginning of 2024. Our team continues to monitor new advancements, engage in thoughtful discussions with fellow investors, entrepreneurs, and academics, and continuously learn so that we can best prepare […]
Rethink Education Newsletter December 2023
Spotlight: AI in Education It’s impossible for us to close the books on 2023 without addressing this year’s most prominent theme: AI. As you may recall from our previous conversations, evaluating the potential and risks presented by AI in education has been top of mind for us at Rethink Education. We do not want to […]
Rethink Food 2023 Impact Report
We began Rethink Food with a mission to help digitize and decarbonize the food system for the betterment of the people and planet. Today, we’re able to showcase how we believe our portfolio companies are working to change the world – and our plates – for decades to come. Check out our 2023 Impact Report!