Northern Light Venture Capital

Northern Light Venture Capital, established in 2005, is a China-focused venture capital firm headquartered in Menlo Park, California. Led by a team of experienced local Chinese and "returnee" executives, the firm manages multiple funds totaling approximately US$1.5 billion. Northern Light invests in early and growth-stage opportunities across information technology, new media, TMT, clean technologies, consumer services, and healthcare sectors. Notable portfolio companies include Meituan.com and Kaixin001.com. The firm targets innovative and disruptive technologies that leverage China's resources to build global enterprises.

Feng Deng

Founding General Partner

Freeman Ding

Executive Director

Elton Jiang

Managing Director

Jeffrey Lee

Co-Founder and Director

Lei Yang

Partner

Lixin Li

Managing Director

Lu Lin

Partner

Simon Sun

Venture Partner

Zhi Tan

Venture Partner

Tony Wu

Partner

Ben Yan

Executive Director

Fiona Yu

Partner

Johnny Zhang

Associate

Zhang Peng

Investment Analyst

Past deals in Nanotechnology

Shengrun New Materials

Seed Round in 2025
Shengrun New Materials is an aerogel material and system solution service provider integrating advanced material process research and development, product application development, advanced production line design, and mature system solutions.

Moge Microflow

Seed Round in 2023
Moge Microflow is a manufacturer of equipment for microreactors. It provides continuous flow production technologies and equipment for nanomaterials, pharmaceutical intermediates, and fine chemicals, as well as standardized high-end microreactor equipment.

Huahuixin Group

Series B in 2022
"Huahuixin" was established in 2017. Its core capabilities are the design, development and production of micro-nano structured optical chips and laser chips, which are in the upstream chip manufacturing link of the optoelectronics industry. There are two main business models: on the one hand, relying on high-end optoelectronic chip technology capabilities to provide joint R&D and foundry services for optoelectronic chip design companies; on the other hand, based on the team's technical capabilities in micro-nano structured optical chips and laser chips, Independent research and development, design and large-scale production of optoelectronic products.

Nanovision

Venture Round in 2022
Nanovision Technology, based in the Zhongguancun Yongfeng high-tech industrial base, specializes in high-speed and high-precision radiology imaging solutions. With a significant research and development presence in Yonyou Industrial Park and a subsidiary in Chengdu, the company focuses on static computed tomography (CT), X-ray CMOS detectors, and X-ray imaging software. Notably, Nanovision developed China's first self-designed CMOS flat panel detector, known as the Merak series, which serves a diverse range of applications across medical, industrial, and security sectors. By providing advanced technological support both domestically and internationally, Nanovision aims to enhance imaging capabilities in various fields.

Deptrum

Series A in 2019
Deptrum Limited is a technology company that specializes in developing optical technology and 3D vision solutions, founded in 2018 by three scientists from Silicon Valley. Headquartered in Shanghai, with an additional location in Shenzhen, Deptrum offers a comprehensive full-stack solution that encompasses both hardware and software, enabling advanced 3D computer vision capabilities. The company's innovative technology leverages nanophotonics and data-driven algorithms, allowing it to deliver superior 3D visual solutions across various industries. Its products are utilized in applications such as intelligent terminals, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, intelligent security, robotics, and automated medical devices. Notably, Deptrum has created the world's first non-VCSEL structured light solution, which powers a range of AIoT devices, including mobile robots and augmented reality devices.

Suro

Venture Round in 2019
Suro is a company focused on the development, manufacturing, and marketing of reverse osmosis membranes. Founded in 2016 and based in Suzhou, China, Suro provides innovative water treatment solutions, including seawater desalination, wastewater treatment for reuse, and osmotic treatment. Utilizing advanced composite reverse osmosis technology and nanofiltration membranes, the company aims to deliver usable and treated water for both the general public and various industries, including iron and steel as well as fine chemicals.

Quantapore

Series C in 2018
Quantapore Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 2009 by Sascha C. Dennstedt and Martin Huber. The company specializes in developing an innovative nanopore-based nucleic acid sequencing technology that utilizes an optical readout mechanism. This approach differentiates Quantapore from traditional nanopore methods by offering lower costs and higher throughput through quantum-optic interactions between optically labeled nanopores and nucleic acid samples. This technology enables rapid and sensitive single-molecule sequencing of entire genomes, significantly advancing the capabilities of genomic analysis and providing valuable tools for medical professionals to enhance human health.

Nuovo Film

Venture Round in 2012
Nuovo Film Inc., established in 2012 with headquarters in Suzhou, China, specializes in the development and manufacturing of transparent conductive electrode materials and solutions for renewable energy and display industries. Its product portfolio caters to applications such as touch screens, thin-film solar cells, LED lighting, flexible displays, and LCDs. Nuovo Film maintains a strategic relationship with Intel Corporation, integrating its proprietary Crystode film into Intel-architecture devices. The company aims to enhance global companies' value chains by providing high-performance products and cutting-edge technology.

Shanghai Denovo Environment Protection

Venture Round in 2010
Shanghai Denovo Environment Protection Co., Ltd. is a Shanghai-based company established in 2003 that specializes in the regeneration and reuse of industrial water resources. The company provides comprehensive solutions for the treatment of industrial wastewater, particularly in sectors such as steel and iron production, coking, petrochemicals, and electroplating. Utilizing advanced technologies, including nanoscale membrane separation and SIC ceramic membranes, Shanghai Denovo Environment Protection focuses on enabling industries to achieve clean production, enhance energy efficiency, and minimize emissions. Through its innovative services and technologies, the company plays a significant role in promoting environmental sustainability within various industrial sectors.
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