SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm based in Princeton, New Jersey, founded in 1995. It specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on deep technology innovations that address human and planetary health. The firm operates startup development programs, notably HAX and IndieBio, which provide resources, facilities, and lab equipment to accelerate the growth of promising startups. SOSV supports companies from their inception through various funding stages, including seed and series A rounds, while offering ongoing assistance to help them scale and attract additional investors. By concentrating on revolutionary technologies and cross-border markets, particularly in Asia, SOSV aims to foster significant advancements that benefit humanity and the environment.

Hugh Bowen

Associate

Shawn Broderick

General Partner

Stephen Chambers

Partner

Westley Dang

Principal

Katie Hoffman

General Partner

Stephen McCann

CFO and General Partner

Carthach McCarthy

CFO

Paul Monaghan

Principal

Brian Murphy

Finance Director

Sean O'Sullivan

Managing General Partner and Founder

Eric Ramsay

Analyst

Sabriya Stukes Ph.D

Partner

Duncan Turner

General Partner

Past deals in Ireland

Hexafly

Convertible Note in 2023
Hexafly is a biotechnology company based in Kells, Ireland, that focuses on developing sustainable products derived from the farming of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Established in 2016, Hexafly operates within the circular economy by converting food waste into valuable resources, including insect oil and protein for aquaculture and animal feed, as well as Frass, a plant nutrition compound. The company also produces Chitin, a biopolymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food additives. By offering these products online, Hexafly aims to provide sustainable solutions for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition industries, contributing to a more sustainable food system for animals and, ultimately, humans.

Metabolomic Diagnostics

Seed Round in 2022
Metabolomic Diagnostics Ltd. is a medical diagnostics company based in Little Island, Ireland, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing advanced diagnostic solutions that utilize mass spectrometry technology to analyze biomarkers associated with complex diseases. Its primary focus is on providing predictive diagnoses for pre-eclampsia in early pregnancy through a blood test that assesses the risk of this condition, which can lead to serious complications such as hypertension and restricted blood flow to the fetus. Metabolomic Diagnostics has established a pipeline for identifying diagnostic biomarker panels and translating these findings into clinical assays suitable for use in laboratory settings, thus enabling effective disease diagnosis and risk prediction.

Hexafly

Seed Round in 2022
Hexafly is a biotechnology company based in Kells, Ireland, that focuses on developing sustainable products derived from the farming of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Established in 2016, Hexafly operates within the circular economy by converting food waste into valuable resources, including insect oil and protein for aquaculture and animal feed, as well as Frass, a plant nutrition compound. The company also produces Chitin, a biopolymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food additives. By offering these products online, Hexafly aims to provide sustainable solutions for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition industries, contributing to a more sustainable food system for animals and, ultimately, humans.

XFuel

Venture Round in 2022
XFuel is a company that specializes in producing sustainable and net-zero drop-in fuels for road, marine, and aviation applications. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with a presence in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, XFuel has developed innovative technology for the efficient and cost-effective conversion of biomass waste into low-carbon fuels. The company’s advanced fuels generate up to 85% fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional fossil fuel production, positioning them as a cleaner alternative in the transport sector. By providing decentralized and sustainable fuel solutions, XFuel aims to support distributors and consumers globally in reducing reliance on fossil fuels while working towards carbon-neutral and even carbon-negative fuel options.

SensiPass

Convertible Note in 2022
SensiPass Ltd. specializes in developing advanced 3-factor authentication solutions aimed at enhancing digital security for various industries, including energy, transportation, communications, government, and defense. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company addresses significant challenges related to identity theft and insider threats by replacing traditional passwords and PINs with a personalized human interaction model. By registering a user's device, biometric data, and a unique interaction, SensiPass generates a sophisticated digital signature that is secure and non-reproducible. This innovative approach allows for quick authentication, providing identity assurance in both digital and physical access scenarios. The company's patented technologies, such as SensiAR™ and ImmersiveID™, cater to immersive environments, reinforcing security for critical infrastructure and utilities. SensiPass has received recognition for its contributions to cybersecurity innovation, including accolades from Deloitte and other industry organizations.

Metabolomic Diagnostics

Convertible Note in 2022
Metabolomic Diagnostics Ltd. is a medical diagnostics company based in Little Island, Ireland, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing advanced diagnostic solutions that utilize mass spectrometry technology to analyze biomarkers associated with complex diseases. Its primary focus is on providing predictive diagnoses for pre-eclampsia in early pregnancy through a blood test that assesses the risk of this condition, which can lead to serious complications such as hypertension and restricted blood flow to the fetus. Metabolomic Diagnostics has established a pipeline for identifying diagnostic biomarker panels and translating these findings into clinical assays suitable for use in laboratory settings, thus enabling effective disease diagnosis and risk prediction.

Hexafly

Convertible Note in 2022
Hexafly is a biotechnology company based in Kells, Ireland, that focuses on developing sustainable products derived from the farming of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Established in 2016, Hexafly operates within the circular economy by converting food waste into valuable resources, including insect oil and protein for aquaculture and animal feed, as well as Frass, a plant nutrition compound. The company also produces Chitin, a biopolymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food additives. By offering these products online, Hexafly aims to provide sustainable solutions for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition industries, contributing to a more sustainable food system for animals and, ultimately, humans.

Ostoform

Series A in 2021
Ostoform is a spin-out medical device company from the University of Limerick, Ireland with a range of patented technologies, and the potential to scale, becoming a global leader in the area of ostomy skin health.

Intelligent Implants

Convertible Note in 2021
Intelligent Implants, founded in 2014 in Cork, Ireland, specializes in the development of wireless implantable electronics designed to stimulate, steer, and monitor bone growth. The company focuses on creating electrotherapeutic devices that not only treat diseases but also support the recovery of bone and other tissues. By integrating data, engineering, and medicine, Intelligent Implants aims to deliver innovative, active, and connected medical devices that enhance patient treatment and facilitate decision-making for healthcare professionals. Their technology allows for the acceleration and adjustment of bone growth, enabling healthcare providers to effectively utilize electrotherapeutics to monitor and control patient conditions, ultimately leading to more timely and informed medical interventions.

Hexafly

Convertible Note in 2021
Hexafly is a biotechnology company based in Kells, Ireland, that focuses on developing sustainable products derived from the farming of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Established in 2016, Hexafly operates within the circular economy by converting food waste into valuable resources, including insect oil and protein for aquaculture and animal feed, as well as Frass, a plant nutrition compound. The company also produces Chitin, a biopolymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food additives. By offering these products online, Hexafly aims to provide sustainable solutions for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition industries, contributing to a more sustainable food system for animals and, ultimately, humans.

Hexafly

Seed Round in 2020
Hexafly is a biotechnology company based in Kells, Ireland, that focuses on developing sustainable products derived from the farming of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Established in 2016, Hexafly operates within the circular economy by converting food waste into valuable resources, including insect oil and protein for aquaculture and animal feed, as well as Frass, a plant nutrition compound. The company also produces Chitin, a biopolymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food additives. By offering these products online, Hexafly aims to provide sustainable solutions for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition industries, contributing to a more sustainable food system for animals and, ultimately, humans.

Metabolomic Diagnostics

Convertible Note in 2020
Metabolomic Diagnostics Ltd. is a medical diagnostics company based in Little Island, Ireland, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing advanced diagnostic solutions that utilize mass spectrometry technology to analyze biomarkers associated with complex diseases. Its primary focus is on providing predictive diagnoses for pre-eclampsia in early pregnancy through a blood test that assesses the risk of this condition, which can lead to serious complications such as hypertension and restricted blood flow to the fetus. Metabolomic Diagnostics has established a pipeline for identifying diagnostic biomarker panels and translating these findings into clinical assays suitable for use in laboratory settings, thus enabling effective disease diagnosis and risk prediction.

Intelligent Implants

Series A in 2019
Intelligent Implants, founded in 2014 in Cork, Ireland, specializes in the development of wireless implantable electronics designed to stimulate, steer, and monitor bone growth. The company focuses on creating electrotherapeutic devices that not only treat diseases but also support the recovery of bone and other tissues. By integrating data, engineering, and medicine, Intelligent Implants aims to deliver innovative, active, and connected medical devices that enhance patient treatment and facilitate decision-making for healthcare professionals. Their technology allows for the acceleration and adjustment of bone growth, enabling healthcare providers to effectively utilize electrotherapeutics to monitor and control patient conditions, ultimately leading to more timely and informed medical interventions.

MicroSynbiotiX

Convertible Note in 2019
MicroSynbiotiX Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cork City, Ireland, that specializes in developing oral vaccines tailored for the aquaculture sector. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on addressing the challenges posed by excessive antibiotic use in farmed fish. Through advancements in algal genomics and molecular biology, MicroSynbiotiX engineers microalgae to produce cost-effective therapeutic proteins and vaccines. This innovative approach utilizes microalgae as an oral delivery system, significantly reducing production costs and labor associated with traditional vaccine methods. The technology aims to decrease fish mortality rates, prevent bacterial and viral diseases that threaten fish stocks, and enhance global food security by providing affordable and user-friendly solutions for aquaculture.

Sothic Bioscience

Convertible Note in 2019
Sothic Bioscience Ltd. is a biotech company based in Cork, Ireland, established in 2015. The company focuses on developing LimuleX, a bio-production platform designed to create bio-identical replacements for naturally sourced limulus amebocyte lysate. This innovation aims to eliminate the reliance on the threatened horseshoe crab species in the pharmaceutical quality control supply chain. Sothic Bioscience is currently in the lab bench production phase of a highly specific pyrogen contamination testing reagent. To support scaling up production and market entry, the company is actively raising seed capital, emphasizing its commitment to replacing unsustainable animal sourcing with scalable production of high-quality biomolecules for the pharmaceutical, medical device, and biomedical research sectors.

Hexafly

Seed Round in 2019
Hexafly is a biotechnology company based in Kells, Ireland, that focuses on developing sustainable products derived from the farming of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Established in 2016, Hexafly operates within the circular economy by converting food waste into valuable resources, including insect oil and protein for aquaculture and animal feed, as well as Frass, a plant nutrition compound. The company also produces Chitin, a biopolymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food additives. By offering these products online, Hexafly aims to provide sustainable solutions for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition industries, contributing to a more sustainable food system for animals and, ultimately, humans.

GlowDx

Pre Seed Round in 2019
GlowDx is a diagnostics company based in Midleton, Ireland, established in 2015. The company focuses on decentralizing molecular testing through innovative point-of-care technologies, which facilitate local access to diagnostics for tropical diseases. By combining novel molecular technology with effective delivery models, GlowDx aims to improve clinical outcomes while reducing the economic burden on patients and healthcare systems. This approach enhances the quality of life for individuals by ensuring they receive timely and accurate diagnostic information, thereby enabling healthcare providers to offer better-targeted treatments.

Intelligent Implants

Convertible Note in 2019
Intelligent Implants, founded in 2014 in Cork, Ireland, specializes in the development of wireless implantable electronics designed to stimulate, steer, and monitor bone growth. The company focuses on creating electrotherapeutic devices that not only treat diseases but also support the recovery of bone and other tissues. By integrating data, engineering, and medicine, Intelligent Implants aims to deliver innovative, active, and connected medical devices that enhance patient treatment and facilitate decision-making for healthcare professionals. Their technology allows for the acceleration and adjustment of bone growth, enabling healthcare providers to effectively utilize electrotherapeutics to monitor and control patient conditions, ultimately leading to more timely and informed medical interventions.

MicroSynbiotiX

Convertible Note in 2018
MicroSynbiotiX Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cork City, Ireland, that specializes in developing oral vaccines tailored for the aquaculture sector. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on addressing the challenges posed by excessive antibiotic use in farmed fish. Through advancements in algal genomics and molecular biology, MicroSynbiotiX engineers microalgae to produce cost-effective therapeutic proteins and vaccines. This innovative approach utilizes microalgae as an oral delivery system, significantly reducing production costs and labor associated with traditional vaccine methods. The technology aims to decrease fish mortality rates, prevent bacterial and viral diseases that threaten fish stocks, and enhance global food security by providing affordable and user-friendly solutions for aquaculture.

Hexafly

Seed Round in 2018
Hexafly is a biotechnology company based in Kells, Ireland, that focuses on developing sustainable products derived from the farming of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Established in 2016, Hexafly operates within the circular economy by converting food waste into valuable resources, including insect oil and protein for aquaculture and animal feed, as well as Frass, a plant nutrition compound. The company also produces Chitin, a biopolymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food additives. By offering these products online, Hexafly aims to provide sustainable solutions for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition industries, contributing to a more sustainable food system for animals and, ultimately, humans.

Intelligent Implants

Seed Round in 2018
Intelligent Implants, founded in 2014 in Cork, Ireland, specializes in the development of wireless implantable electronics designed to stimulate, steer, and monitor bone growth. The company focuses on creating electrotherapeutic devices that not only treat diseases but also support the recovery of bone and other tissues. By integrating data, engineering, and medicine, Intelligent Implants aims to deliver innovative, active, and connected medical devices that enhance patient treatment and facilitate decision-making for healthcare professionals. Their technology allows for the acceleration and adjustment of bone growth, enabling healthcare providers to effectively utilize electrotherapeutics to monitor and control patient conditions, ultimately leading to more timely and informed medical interventions.

Ostoform

Series A in 2018
Ostoform is a spin-out medical device company from the University of Limerick, Ireland with a range of patented technologies, and the potential to scale, becoming a global leader in the area of ostomy skin health.

Metabolomic Diagnostics

Seed Round in 2018
Metabolomic Diagnostics Ltd. is a medical diagnostics company based in Little Island, Ireland, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing advanced diagnostic solutions that utilize mass spectrometry technology to analyze biomarkers associated with complex diseases. Its primary focus is on providing predictive diagnoses for pre-eclampsia in early pregnancy through a blood test that assesses the risk of this condition, which can lead to serious complications such as hypertension and restricted blood flow to the fetus. Metabolomic Diagnostics has established a pipeline for identifying diagnostic biomarker panels and translating these findings into clinical assays suitable for use in laboratory settings, thus enabling effective disease diagnosis and risk prediction.

Hexafly

Seed Round in 2018
Hexafly is a biotechnology company based in Kells, Ireland, that focuses on developing sustainable products derived from the farming of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Established in 2016, Hexafly operates within the circular economy by converting food waste into valuable resources, including insect oil and protein for aquaculture and animal feed, as well as Frass, a plant nutrition compound. The company also produces Chitin, a biopolymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food additives. By offering these products online, Hexafly aims to provide sustainable solutions for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition industries, contributing to a more sustainable food system for animals and, ultimately, humans.

Cell-Free Technology

Convertible Note in 2017
Cell-Free Technology Limited, established in 2017 and located in Cork, Ireland, specializes in the production of cell-free extracts that enable the synthesis of essential biomolecules, such as insulin, odors, bio-compatible color palettes, and fluorescent proteins. This innovative approach allows for cell-free protein expression, facilitating the creation of biological products without the constraints of traditional laboratory settings or regulations related to genetic modification. The company offers ultra low-cost cell-free extracts and kits designed to simplify biological production, making it accessible for various applications outside conventional labs. Additionally, Cell-Free Technology is committed to open-source projects, actively sharing resources to promote wider use and understanding of their technology.

PlantEdit

Convertible Note in 2017
PLANTeDIT Limited is a biotech company based in Cork, Ireland, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing advanced plant transformation technologies that utilize CRISPR/Cas9 RNPs for the direct delivery and regeneration of genome-edited plants and biopharmaceuticals. The company focuses on producing non-transgenic, regulatory-free, and sustainable plant products, such as high oleic soya, aimed at consumer health and preferences. PLANTeDIT's innovative approach allows for the creation of DNA-free crops, enabling the production of pure mammalian proteins and human drugs at competitive prices through its genome-edited plant platform. The company also collaborates strategically with Toolgen to enhance its research and development efforts.

MicroSynbiotiX

Seed Round in 2017
MicroSynbiotiX Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cork City, Ireland, that specializes in developing oral vaccines tailored for the aquaculture sector. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on addressing the challenges posed by excessive antibiotic use in farmed fish. Through advancements in algal genomics and molecular biology, MicroSynbiotiX engineers microalgae to produce cost-effective therapeutic proteins and vaccines. This innovative approach utilizes microalgae as an oral delivery system, significantly reducing production costs and labor associated with traditional vaccine methods. The technology aims to decrease fish mortality rates, prevent bacterial and viral diseases that threaten fish stocks, and enhance global food security by providing affordable and user-friendly solutions for aquaculture.

Cell-Free Technology

Seed Round in 2017
Cell-Free Technology Limited, established in 2017 and located in Cork, Ireland, specializes in the production of cell-free extracts that enable the synthesis of essential biomolecules, such as insulin, odors, bio-compatible color palettes, and fluorescent proteins. This innovative approach allows for cell-free protein expression, facilitating the creation of biological products without the constraints of traditional laboratory settings or regulations related to genetic modification. The company offers ultra low-cost cell-free extracts and kits designed to simplify biological production, making it accessible for various applications outside conventional labs. Additionally, Cell-Free Technology is committed to open-source projects, actively sharing resources to promote wider use and understanding of their technology.

GlowDx

Convertible Note in 2017
GlowDx is a diagnostics company based in Midleton, Ireland, established in 2015. The company focuses on decentralizing molecular testing through innovative point-of-care technologies, which facilitate local access to diagnostics for tropical diseases. By combining novel molecular technology with effective delivery models, GlowDx aims to improve clinical outcomes while reducing the economic burden on patients and healthcare systems. This approach enhances the quality of life for individuals by ensuring they receive timely and accurate diagnostic information, thereby enabling healthcare providers to offer better-targeted treatments.

PlantEdit

Seed Round in 2017
PLANTeDIT Limited is a biotech company based in Cork, Ireland, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing advanced plant transformation technologies that utilize CRISPR/Cas9 RNPs for the direct delivery and regeneration of genome-edited plants and biopharmaceuticals. The company focuses on producing non-transgenic, regulatory-free, and sustainable plant products, such as high oleic soya, aimed at consumer health and preferences. PLANTeDIT's innovative approach allows for the creation of DNA-free crops, enabling the production of pure mammalian proteins and human drugs at competitive prices through its genome-edited plant platform. The company also collaborates strategically with Toolgen to enhance its research and development efforts.

Hexafly

Seed Round in 2017
Hexafly is a biotechnology company based in Kells, Ireland, that focuses on developing sustainable products derived from the farming of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Established in 2016, Hexafly operates within the circular economy by converting food waste into valuable resources, including insect oil and protein for aquaculture and animal feed, as well as Frass, a plant nutrition compound. The company also produces Chitin, a biopolymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food additives. By offering these products online, Hexafly aims to provide sustainable solutions for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition industries, contributing to a more sustainable food system for animals and, ultimately, humans.

MicroSynbiotiX

Convertible Note in 2017
MicroSynbiotiX Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cork City, Ireland, that specializes in developing oral vaccines tailored for the aquaculture sector. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on addressing the challenges posed by excessive antibiotic use in farmed fish. Through advancements in algal genomics and molecular biology, MicroSynbiotiX engineers microalgae to produce cost-effective therapeutic proteins and vaccines. This innovative approach utilizes microalgae as an oral delivery system, significantly reducing production costs and labor associated with traditional vaccine methods. The technology aims to decrease fish mortality rates, prevent bacterial and viral diseases that threaten fish stocks, and enhance global food security by providing affordable and user-friendly solutions for aquaculture.

Intelligent Implants

Seed Round in 2017
Intelligent Implants, founded in 2014 in Cork, Ireland, specializes in the development of wireless implantable electronics designed to stimulate, steer, and monitor bone growth. The company focuses on creating electrotherapeutic devices that not only treat diseases but also support the recovery of bone and other tissues. By integrating data, engineering, and medicine, Intelligent Implants aims to deliver innovative, active, and connected medical devices that enhance patient treatment and facilitate decision-making for healthcare professionals. Their technology allows for the acceleration and adjustment of bone growth, enabling healthcare providers to effectively utilize electrotherapeutics to monitor and control patient conditions, ultimately leading to more timely and informed medical interventions.

Fruitcubed

Pre Seed Round in 2017
FruitCubed is a food company based in Cork, Ireland, that addresses food waste by transforming surplus and overripe fruits and vegetables into nutritious products. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in producing fruit-based flavored stock cubes designed to provide individuals with the nutritional benefits of fruits and vegetables. These stock cubes can be refrigerated and used for various culinary applications, allowing consumers to enjoy a refreshing and healthy addition to their meals while contributing to waste reduction.

Fruitcubed

Convertible Note in 2017
FruitCubed is a food company based in Cork, Ireland, that addresses food waste by transforming surplus and overripe fruits and vegetables into nutritious products. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in producing fruit-based flavored stock cubes designed to provide individuals with the nutritional benefits of fruits and vegetables. These stock cubes can be refrigerated and used for various culinary applications, allowing consumers to enjoy a refreshing and healthy addition to their meals while contributing to waste reduction.

Intelligent Implants

Seed Round in 2016
Intelligent Implants, founded in 2014 in Cork, Ireland, specializes in the development of wireless implantable electronics designed to stimulate, steer, and monitor bone growth. The company focuses on creating electrotherapeutic devices that not only treat diseases but also support the recovery of bone and other tissues. By integrating data, engineering, and medicine, Intelligent Implants aims to deliver innovative, active, and connected medical devices that enhance patient treatment and facilitate decision-making for healthcare professionals. Their technology allows for the acceleration and adjustment of bone growth, enabling healthcare providers to effectively utilize electrotherapeutics to monitor and control patient conditions, ultimately leading to more timely and informed medical interventions.

Metabolomic Diagnostics

Venture Round in 2016
Metabolomic Diagnostics Ltd. is a medical diagnostics company based in Little Island, Ireland, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing advanced diagnostic solutions that utilize mass spectrometry technology to analyze biomarkers associated with complex diseases. Its primary focus is on providing predictive diagnoses for pre-eclampsia in early pregnancy through a blood test that assesses the risk of this condition, which can lead to serious complications such as hypertension and restricted blood flow to the fetus. Metabolomic Diagnostics has established a pipeline for identifying diagnostic biomarker panels and translating these findings into clinical assays suitable for use in laboratory settings, thus enabling effective disease diagnosis and risk prediction.

Sothic Bioscience

Seed Round in 2016
Sothic Bioscience Ltd. is a biotech company based in Cork, Ireland, established in 2015. The company focuses on developing LimuleX, a bio-production platform designed to create bio-identical replacements for naturally sourced limulus amebocyte lysate. This innovation aims to eliminate the reliance on the threatened horseshoe crab species in the pharmaceutical quality control supply chain. Sothic Bioscience is currently in the lab bench production phase of a highly specific pyrogen contamination testing reagent. To support scaling up production and market entry, the company is actively raising seed capital, emphasizing its commitment to replacing unsustainable animal sourcing with scalable production of high-quality biomolecules for the pharmaceutical, medical device, and biomedical research sectors.

Ageria

Seed Round in 2016
Ageria Ltd. specializes in the production of yogurt enriched with a longevity compound called Spermidine, aimed at promoting healthier aging. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Vienna, Austria, and focuses on naturally engineering yogurt to incorporate beneficial compounds that support human health. Ageria's innovative approach involves modifying yogurt bacteria to enhance the production of health-promoting oxidative compounds. As part of its development process, the company is affiliated with the Indiebio biotech incubator at University College Cork in Ireland, where it continues to refine its product offerings.

MicroSynbiotiX

Seed Round in 2016
MicroSynbiotiX Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cork City, Ireland, that specializes in developing oral vaccines tailored for the aquaculture sector. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on addressing the challenges posed by excessive antibiotic use in farmed fish. Through advancements in algal genomics and molecular biology, MicroSynbiotiX engineers microalgae to produce cost-effective therapeutic proteins and vaccines. This innovative approach utilizes microalgae as an oral delivery system, significantly reducing production costs and labor associated with traditional vaccine methods. The technology aims to decrease fish mortality rates, prevent bacterial and viral diseases that threaten fish stocks, and enhance global food security by providing affordable and user-friendly solutions for aquaculture.

Hexafly

Seed Round in 2016
Hexafly is a biotechnology company based in Kells, Ireland, that focuses on developing sustainable products derived from the farming of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Established in 2016, Hexafly operates within the circular economy by converting food waste into valuable resources, including insect oil and protein for aquaculture and animal feed, as well as Frass, a plant nutrition compound. The company also produces Chitin, a biopolymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food additives. By offering these products online, Hexafly aims to provide sustainable solutions for the aquaculture, animal feed, and plant nutrition industries, contributing to a more sustainable food system for animals and, ultimately, humans.

Anú Dairy

Seed Round in 2016
Anú Dairy Limited, established in 2016 and based in Cork, Ireland, specializes in producing vitamin K2-rich butter. The company is committed to regenerative agriculture practices, focusing on enhancing soil organic and carbon levels while employing chemical-free organic farming techniques. Anú Dairy utilizes advanced grazing management and soil microbiome analysis to optimize outcomes for farmers, consumers, animal welfare, and the environment. In addition to its butter production, the company develops probiotics aimed at increasing the vitamin K2 content in milk and dairy products, thereby improving the nutritional value of dairy offerings.

GlowDx

Seed Round in 2015
GlowDx is a diagnostics company based in Midleton, Ireland, established in 2015. The company focuses on decentralizing molecular testing through innovative point-of-care technologies, which facilitate local access to diagnostics for tropical diseases. By combining novel molecular technology with effective delivery models, GlowDx aims to improve clinical outcomes while reducing the economic burden on patients and healthcare systems. This approach enhances the quality of life for individuals by ensuring they receive timely and accurate diagnostic information, thereby enabling healthcare providers to offer better-targeted treatments.

LearnLode

Venture Round in 2015
Learnlode is headquartered in Ireland and is creating a next generation knowledge management and online learning platform. How much of your companies value is built on what your employees know? How much do you spend on training and recruitment to build up that knowledge value? Their platform will help you capture and retain some of the value of that knowledge for your business so you can find it, capture it and share it across your business.

Aranex Biotech

Seed Round in 2015
Aranex Biotech is focused on developing hypoallergenic peanuts that do not contain the major allergens typically associated with peanut allergies. The company is currently working on a proof-of-concept at University College Cork in Ireland, where it aims to advance its innovative approach to creating safer peanut products. By addressing the prevalent issue of peanut allergies, Aranex seeks to provide a viable alternative for consumers who are allergic to traditional peanuts, ultimately contributing to improved food safety and accessibility.

Ageria

Seed Round in 2015
Ageria Ltd. specializes in the production of yogurt enriched with a longevity compound called Spermidine, aimed at promoting healthier aging. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Vienna, Austria, and focuses on naturally engineering yogurt to incorporate beneficial compounds that support human health. Ageria's innovative approach involves modifying yogurt bacteria to enhance the production of health-promoting oxidative compounds. As part of its development process, the company is affiliated with the Indiebio biotech incubator at University College Cork in Ireland, where it continues to refine its product offerings.

Sothic Bioscience

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Sothic Bioscience Ltd. is a biotech company based in Cork, Ireland, established in 2015. The company focuses on developing LimuleX, a bio-production platform designed to create bio-identical replacements for naturally sourced limulus amebocyte lysate. This innovation aims to eliminate the reliance on the threatened horseshoe crab species in the pharmaceutical quality control supply chain. Sothic Bioscience is currently in the lab bench production phase of a highly specific pyrogen contamination testing reagent. To support scaling up production and market entry, the company is actively raising seed capital, emphasizing its commitment to replacing unsustainable animal sourcing with scalable production of high-quality biomolecules for the pharmaceutical, medical device, and biomedical research sectors.

WhatSalon

Venture Round in 2014
WhatSalon is a mobile application available for both iPhone and Android devices that facilitates last-minute bookings at local hair and beauty salons. The app simplifies the appointment process, allowing users to browse salons in their vicinity, select desired services, and view available time slots—all through a user-friendly interface. Additionally, WhatSalon provides features such as beautiful imagery and customer reviews, enabling users to evaluate salons before making a booking. This platform connects consumers with both new and familiar stylists, making it easier to secure appointments conveniently, whether on the go or during downtime. WhatSalon operates under WhatSalon Applications Ltd., registered in the Republic of Ireland.

Metabolomic Diagnostics

Venture Round in 2014
Metabolomic Diagnostics Ltd. is a medical diagnostics company based in Little Island, Ireland, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing advanced diagnostic solutions that utilize mass spectrometry technology to analyze biomarkers associated with complex diseases. Its primary focus is on providing predictive diagnoses for pre-eclampsia in early pregnancy through a blood test that assesses the risk of this condition, which can lead to serious complications such as hypertension and restricted blood flow to the fetus. Metabolomic Diagnostics has established a pipeline for identifying diagnostic biomarker panels and translating these findings into clinical assays suitable for use in laboratory settings, thus enabling effective disease diagnosis and risk prediction.

Taxworld

Venture Round in 2014
Taxworld Ltd., founded in 1996 by Alan Moore, is a pioneering publishing company that specializes in tax legislation and commentary. It has established itself as a leading provider in the field through several innovative offerings, including the first plain English rewrite of Irish tax law and the introduction of the first fully searchable Irish taxation publication. Taxworld also produced the first tax planning book and was the first to make Irish tax publications available on mobile devices. The company serves a diverse clientele of over 5,000 customers, which includes major financial institutions, top accounting and tax practitioners, prominent legal firms, and the Irish Revenue. Additionally, Taxworld offers a web-based publishing platform that delivers tax law, articles, and commentary, further enhancing its role in the tax publication industry.

Metabolomic Diagnostics

Venture Round in 2014
Metabolomic Diagnostics Ltd. is a medical diagnostics company based in Little Island, Ireland, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing advanced diagnostic solutions that utilize mass spectrometry technology to analyze biomarkers associated with complex diseases. Its primary focus is on providing predictive diagnoses for pre-eclampsia in early pregnancy through a blood test that assesses the risk of this condition, which can lead to serious complications such as hypertension and restricted blood flow to the fetus. Metabolomic Diagnostics has established a pipeline for identifying diagnostic biomarker panels and translating these findings into clinical assays suitable for use in laboratory settings, thus enabling effective disease diagnosis and risk prediction.

Metabolomic Diagnostics

Seed Round in 2013
Metabolomic Diagnostics Ltd. is a medical diagnostics company based in Little Island, Ireland, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing advanced diagnostic solutions that utilize mass spectrometry technology to analyze biomarkers associated with complex diseases. Its primary focus is on providing predictive diagnoses for pre-eclampsia in early pregnancy through a blood test that assesses the risk of this condition, which can lead to serious complications such as hypertension and restricted blood flow to the fetus. Metabolomic Diagnostics has established a pipeline for identifying diagnostic biomarker panels and translating these findings into clinical assays suitable for use in laboratory settings, thus enabling effective disease diagnosis and risk prediction.

SensiPass

Seed Round in 2013
SensiPass Ltd. specializes in developing advanced 3-factor authentication solutions aimed at enhancing digital security for various industries, including energy, transportation, communications, government, and defense. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company addresses significant challenges related to identity theft and insider threats by replacing traditional passwords and PINs with a personalized human interaction model. By registering a user's device, biometric data, and a unique interaction, SensiPass generates a sophisticated digital signature that is secure and non-reproducible. This innovative approach allows for quick authentication, providing identity assurance in both digital and physical access scenarios. The company's patented technologies, such as SensiAR™ and ImmersiveID™, cater to immersive environments, reinforcing security for critical infrastructure and utilities. SensiPass has received recognition for its contributions to cybersecurity innovation, including accolades from Deloitte and other industry organizations.

Monitor Backlinks

Seed Round in 2013
Monitor Backlinks is an online search engine optimization tool that specializes in monitoring backlinks and keywords. Founded by Razvan Girmacea in Dublin, Ireland, the platform provides automatic notifications to users regarding changes, removals, or expirations of their backlinks. Key features include a PageRank checker, the ability to import and export data, a bookmarklet for easy access, and automated email notifications. The tool also offers checks for IP, dofollow status, and country origin. Monitor Backlinks provides both a free version and several paid plans, allowing users to choose based on the number of backlinks they wish to monitor. The primary aim of Monitor Backlinks is to assist individuals and businesses in improving their search engine rankings.

Travelbuddy

Seed Round in 2013
Travelbuddy is headquartered in Ireland and is a unique online and mobile platform that is being developed initially for the benefit of foreign visitors coming to Ireland. These platforms will drive additional revenue to attraction and activity providers whilst at the same time providing tourists with discounted vouchers, thereby ensuring they obtain greater value when visiting Ireland. TravelBuddy is an exciting new online and mobile service brought to you by a group of people who have travelled the world and now want to help fellow travellers.

Metabolomic Diagnostics

Venture Round in 2013
Metabolomic Diagnostics Ltd. is a medical diagnostics company based in Little Island, Ireland, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing advanced diagnostic solutions that utilize mass spectrometry technology to analyze biomarkers associated with complex diseases. Its primary focus is on providing predictive diagnoses for pre-eclampsia in early pregnancy through a blood test that assesses the risk of this condition, which can lead to serious complications such as hypertension and restricted blood flow to the fetus. Metabolomic Diagnostics has established a pipeline for identifying diagnostic biomarker panels and translating these findings into clinical assays suitable for use in laboratory settings, thus enabling effective disease diagnosis and risk prediction.

SensiPass

Seed Round in 2013
SensiPass Ltd. specializes in developing advanced 3-factor authentication solutions aimed at enhancing digital security for various industries, including energy, transportation, communications, government, and defense. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company addresses significant challenges related to identity theft and insider threats by replacing traditional passwords and PINs with a personalized human interaction model. By registering a user's device, biometric data, and a unique interaction, SensiPass generates a sophisticated digital signature that is secure and non-reproducible. This innovative approach allows for quick authentication, providing identity assurance in both digital and physical access scenarios. The company's patented technologies, such as SensiAR™ and ImmersiveID™, cater to immersive environments, reinforcing security for critical infrastructure and utilities. SensiPass has received recognition for its contributions to cybersecurity innovation, including accolades from Deloitte and other industry organizations.

Skynet Labs

Seed Round in 2013
Skynet Labs Limited specializes in providing innovative cloud and mobile solutions tailored for the oil and gas drilling industry. Established in 2011 and based in Dublin, Ireland, the company develops software applications that enhance the efficiency of drilling and workover operations. Their flagship product, the Drilling Unit Calculator (DUC), allows oilfield operators, engineers, planners, and technicians to perform complex calculations quickly, utilizing over 100 industry-standard algorithms. By consolidating traditional paper-based processes into a digital format, Skynet Labs aims to streamline workflows and minimize time and costs associated with drilling operations. Additionally, the company focuses on creating dynamic information capture systems designed for real-time data management in live drilling environments, enabling users to access and record drilling data anytime, anywhere. With the increasing reliance on smartphones and tablets, Skynet Labs is positioned to revolutionize how engineers manage project data in the field, ultimately enhancing productivity within the upstream oil and gas sector.

Monitor Backlinks

Seed Round in 2013
Monitor Backlinks is an online search engine optimization tool that specializes in monitoring backlinks and keywords. Founded by Razvan Girmacea in Dublin, Ireland, the platform provides automatic notifications to users regarding changes, removals, or expirations of their backlinks. Key features include a PageRank checker, the ability to import and export data, a bookmarklet for easy access, and automated email notifications. The tool also offers checks for IP, dofollow status, and country origin. Monitor Backlinks provides both a free version and several paid plans, allowing users to choose based on the number of backlinks they wish to monitor. The primary aim of Monitor Backlinks is to assist individuals and businesses in improving their search engine rankings.

PUNC

Seed Round in 2013
PUNC is an environmental friendly manufacturing company. They manufacture and markets stainless steel water bottles and juice containers. The water bottles are made from 304 food grade stainless steel which makes them BPA, BPS, and toxic free. Its products are able to keep drinks hot for 12 hours and cold for 24 hours. The company’s products include curved, insulated, and sports water bottles. Punc was founded by John Cavanagh and Trish Mulvaney in 2007; and is headquartered in Clonakilty, Ireland.

Skynet Labs

Pre Seed Round in 2012
Skynet Labs Limited specializes in providing innovative cloud and mobile solutions tailored for the oil and gas drilling industry. Established in 2011 and based in Dublin, Ireland, the company develops software applications that enhance the efficiency of drilling and workover operations. Their flagship product, the Drilling Unit Calculator (DUC), allows oilfield operators, engineers, planners, and technicians to perform complex calculations quickly, utilizing over 100 industry-standard algorithms. By consolidating traditional paper-based processes into a digital format, Skynet Labs aims to streamline workflows and minimize time and costs associated with drilling operations. Additionally, the company focuses on creating dynamic information capture systems designed for real-time data management in live drilling environments, enabling users to access and record drilling data anytime, anywhere. With the increasing reliance on smartphones and tablets, Skynet Labs is positioned to revolutionize how engineers manage project data in the field, ultimately enhancing productivity within the upstream oil and gas sector.

MavenHut

Series B in 2012
MavenHut Ltd is an Irish-based company focused on transforming classic single-player games into engaging social experiences. Established by a founding team with extensive experience in the social gaming industry, MavenHut aims to develop an online platform that enhances multiplayer gameplay, particularly in the solitaire genre. The company's offerings allow game enthusiasts to connect and enjoy their favorite games in a social context, fostering interaction and community among players. As a StartupBootcamp 2012 alumni, MavenHut is committed to innovating in the gaming space by blending traditional gaming elements with modern social features.

AJ Team Products

Seed Round in 2012
It provides its products online; and through retailers in Virginia, Ireland.

Silicon Republic

Seed Round in 2011
Since 2002, Siliconrepublic has embraced its mission to be Ireland’s No 1 resource for technology news. Today it is read by over 250,000 people each month (unique visitors, Google Analytics, October, 2012) Siliconrepublic.com is Ireland’s leading website for IT and business decision-makers focused on making effective use of business and technology. Their award-winning team of journalists have chronicled the growing technology landscape in Ireland diligently and now every week thousands of readers from Ireland and Europe, Silicon Valley and the rest of the world, come to Siliconrepublic to be informed on vital issues affecting the technology business, start-ups, academia, CIOs and IT decision makers, as well as emerging areas like innovation and discovery, green tech and the digital lifestyle. Since 2002, technology has moved from being a niche issue for businesses and individuals to affecting the fabric of their professional and personal lives. Siliconrepublic has charted the spread of broadband to almost every business and household and the rise and rise of mobile communications. There are few businesses today that can function without technology and Siliconrepublic has been there every step of the way, chronicling this revolution. When they began, the internet was only a PC-centric experience, Facebook didn’t exist and Google had only embarked on its commercial model. Today, they are in a world where 1 billion people are online and the next 3 billion people will be carrying mobile devices. They believe their mission has expanded to not only serve their local and global audience with news on the shifting technology landscape, but to also provide vital services like jobs and careers, events listings, technology services directories and reports and whitepapers. The nature of news coverage, too, has changed, to include high quality video coverage, as well as the ability to share the latest news and video reports across the web via social media. The revolution began in 2002. Stick with Siliconrepublic as they guide you through the choppy waters of change and the incredible years ahead in what is truly the century of innovation, collaboration and communication. If it happens you will find it on Siliconrepublic, keeping you up-to-date with the fast-moving and ever changing world of technology, business, science and innovation.

Mapflow

Seed Round in 2007
Mapflow Limited specializes in location intelligent solutions, primarily serving the insurance and transport sectors. The company offers a range of software products designed to enhance business processes in property insurance, including sales, marketing, underwriting, claims, and fraud assessment. Its flagship offerings, such as Mapflow Geo, enable insurers to integrate location-aware capabilities into their pricing and underwriting functions, while Mapflow GEO:underwriting provides visualization tools for managing addresses, policies, and associated risks. In the transport sector, Mapflow addresses issues related to road safety, shared transport, traffic management, and road pricing. Additionally, the company provides a variety of business and technical services, including strategic consulting, product development, and performance benchmarking. Founded in 1997 and based in Dublin, Ireland, Mapflow was previously known as Iris Group until its name change in 2001.

Mapflow

Venture Round in 2007
Mapflow Limited specializes in location intelligent solutions, primarily serving the insurance and transport sectors. The company offers a range of software products designed to enhance business processes in property insurance, including sales, marketing, underwriting, claims, and fraud assessment. Its flagship offerings, such as Mapflow Geo, enable insurers to integrate location-aware capabilities into their pricing and underwriting functions, while Mapflow GEO:underwriting provides visualization tools for managing addresses, policies, and associated risks. In the transport sector, Mapflow addresses issues related to road safety, shared transport, traffic management, and road pricing. Additionally, the company provides a variety of business and technical services, including strategic consulting, product development, and performance benchmarking. Founded in 1997 and based in Dublin, Ireland, Mapflow was previously known as Iris Group until its name change in 2001.
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