Darwin Management
Darwin Venture Management is a venture capital firm established in 2009 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, with additional offices in Hsinchu and the United States. The firm focuses on investing in various sectors, including biotechnology, software, consumer goods, materials and equipment, semiconductors, communication, and surveillance, particularly targeting opportunities in Taiwan and Silicon Valley. Over the years, Darwin has managed eight funds, with a recent emphasis on Series A/B, late-stage, and secondary investments. In 2022, the firm expanded its portfolio by launching an evergreen angel fund to support promising early-stage teams, especially those emerging from Taiwan's distinguished academic and research institutions. The combination of cross-stage investment strategies and a technically proficient team distinguishes Darwin in the venture capital landscape.
Past deals in Nanotechnology
Ball Wave
Funding Round in 2024
Ball Wave Inc. is a technology company based in Sendai, Japan, established in 2015. It specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of advanced sensors, including trance moisture sensors, mini sensors, and ball surface acoustic wave (SAW) gas sensors. These spherical sensors and analyzers are designed for chemical sensing, delivering high sensitivity, small size, and rapid response times. Ball Wave's innovative sensor technology enables users to detect various environmental attributes, such as moisture and hydrogen, at the nanoscale, thus positioning the company at the forefront of sensor technology.
Sino Applied Technology
Funding Round in 2024
Sino Applied Technology is a material technology company dedicated to the research and development of nanomaterials, particularly for the lithium-ion battery industry. The company specializes in the production of innovative nano-silicon anodes and other advanced nanomaterials aimed at enhancing battery performance. By focusing on improving the conductivity of silicon semiconductors, Sino Applied Technology works to stabilize the cycle capacity of silicon anodes, thereby advancing the formulation of next-generation batteries for cell manufacturers.
Ball Wave
Funding Round in 2023
Ball Wave Inc. is a technology company based in Sendai, Japan, established in 2015. It specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of advanced sensors, including trance moisture sensors, mini sensors, and ball surface acoustic wave (SAW) gas sensors. These spherical sensors and analyzers are designed for chemical sensing, delivering high sensitivity, small size, and rapid response times. Ball Wave's innovative sensor technology enables users to detect various environmental attributes, such as moisture and hydrogen, at the nanoscale, thus positioning the company at the forefront of sensor technology.
Syncell
Funding Round in 2023
Syncell is a proteomics technology company focused on advancing disease-specific protein drug target discovery. Utilizing its innovative Microscoop™ technology, Syncell enables microscopy-guided nanoscale protein "scooping," which allows for unbiased subcellular spatial proteomic discovery. This groundbreaking approach transforms high-content microscopy into a precise photolabeling system, addressing complex biological challenges and facilitating high-content de novo spatial proteomics. By enabling researchers to identify novel proteins and biomarkers within specific subcellular locations, Syncell aims to enhance the understanding of diseases and support the discovery of new therapeutic targets.
Sino Applied Technology
Venture Round in 2022
Sino Applied Technology is a material technology company dedicated to the research and development of nanomaterials, particularly for the lithium-ion battery industry. The company specializes in the production of innovative nano-silicon anodes and other advanced nanomaterials aimed at enhancing battery performance. By focusing on improving the conductivity of silicon semiconductors, Sino Applied Technology works to stabilize the cycle capacity of silicon anodes, thereby advancing the formulation of next-generation batteries for cell manufacturers.
Sino Applied Technology
Venture Round in 2021
Sino Applied Technology is a material technology company dedicated to the research and development of nanomaterials, particularly for the lithium-ion battery industry. The company specializes in the production of innovative nano-silicon anodes and other advanced nanomaterials aimed at enhancing battery performance. By focusing on improving the conductivity of silicon semiconductors, Sino Applied Technology works to stabilize the cycle capacity of silicon anodes, thereby advancing the formulation of next-generation batteries for cell manufacturers.
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