The Danforth Technology Company (DTC) has launched a new startup company, Spearhead Bio, focused on the development of native genome engineering tools to accelerate the development and launch of new transgenic and non-transgenic crops. The company’s Transposase Assisted Homology Independent Targeted Insertion (TAHITI) technology can be used to enhance the efficiency of crop genome engineering using the plant’s natural DNA, enabling the integration of genes into both transgenic and non-transgenic crops. Investors in Spearhead Bio include DTC, Rovaq Ventures, St. Louis BioGenerator, The Helix Fund, Hjelle Consulting Group and Alta Grow Consulting.