Upside Robotics

Autonomous robots for crop nutrient management.
Founded 2024
Founders Jana Tian, CEO Sam Dugan, CTO
Agriculture & FarmingClimate
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Upside Robotics deploys solar-powered field robots that match fertilizer delivery to real-time crop needs. Farmers reduce chemical use and boost yields through continuous, precision nutrient application.

Founders

Jana
Tian

CEO

Jana is an Imperial College Chemical Engineer, ex-BCG consultant, and early-stage employee at a hardware startup.

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Sam
Dugan

CTO

Sam is a University of Waterloo Mechatronics Engineer. He built autonomous cars for GM, BMW, and drones for the US DoD.

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