Avalo is a plant biology company that employs interpretable machine learning, genomic discovery, and evolutionary theory to expedite the development of new crops tailored for future agricultural needs. Utilizing AI-assisted plant breeding methods, Avalo creates non-GMO products that foster natural biodiversity. Its core technology, a discovery engine, can swiftly identify genetic bases of complex traits even in understudied crops, reducing time and cost significantly compared to traditional methods. This enables Avalo to forecast and enhance crop traits like drought tolerance and nutrient density, adapting agriculture to changing climates.
Flore by Sun Genomics
Convertible Note in 2024
Sun Genomics, Inc. is a microbiome health company based in San Diego, California, specializing in customized probiotics aimed at addressing dysbiosis. Founded in 2014, the company’s flagship product, Floré, combines a gut microbiome test with personalized probiotic formulations tailored to individual gut profiles, assessed through whole-genome sequencing. The Floré Gut Test includes a microflora collection kit, a comprehensive microflora profile analysis, and wellness consultations. Additionally, Sun Genomics offers Floré Tots, a probiotic solution designed for children up to age 12, which comes in a convenient powder form that can be easily mixed with beverages. The company sells its products online, providing an automatic renewal service to enhance customer convenience.
Synplexity
Seed Round in 2024
Synplexity is a biotechnology company located in New Castle, Delaware, specializing in mutational scanning and multiplexed gene synthesis through advanced artificial intelligence technology. The company operates a large-scale gene synthesis and proteomics discovery platform that utilizes microdroplets as microreactors. This innovative approach allows for the efficient creation of multiplex gene libraries, which have applications across various sectors, including therapeutics, biomanufacturing, agriculture, and climate systems. Synplexity aims to drive advancements in healthcare and other industries through its cutting-edge genetic technologies.
Gatehouse Bio
Convertible Note in 2024
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Avalo is a plant biology company that employs interpretable machine learning, genomic discovery, and evolutionary theory to expedite the development of new crops tailored for future agricultural needs. Utilizing AI-assisted plant breeding methods, Avalo creates non-GMO products that foster natural biodiversity. Its core technology, a discovery engine, can swiftly identify genetic bases of complex traits even in understudied crops, reducing time and cost significantly compared to traditional methods. This enables Avalo to forecast and enhance crop traits like drought tolerance and nutrient density, adapting agriculture to changing climates.
Helex
Convertible Note in 2024
Helex is a biotechnology company developing genomic medicines for kidney-related diseases. It leverages its own genomics data, bioinformatics, and an intelligent data-driven platform to design, verify, and deliver therapy-specific gRNAs, with a focus on non-viral targeted delivery and genome editing for renal indications. The company's platform uses data-driven deep-learning models and high-throughput sequencing data from CRISPR edits in human cell lines to generate reliable predictions and validate them in-house. By combining these capabilities, Helex aims to accelerate CRISPR-based drug research and the development of cell and gene therapies for kidney conditions, offering precise and scalable renal therapeutics.
DropGenie
Convertible Note in 2024
Founded in Montreal, Canada in 2018, DropGenie is a biotechnology company specializing in automated genetic engineering. It offers a platform that uses microfluidics technology to miniaturize and automate complex synthetic biology workflows, enabling scientists to make changes to genomes efficiently while reducing costs and improving standardization and reproducibility.
Reactosome
Seed Round in 2024
Reactosome is a biotechnology company that develops synthetic nuclei for gene therapy. Its core product, a synthetic nucleus, operates continuously within cells, mimicking the natural nucleus to affect multiple genes simultaneously. This approach aims to enhance the safety and longevity of gene expression, thereby enabling the development of treatments for complex diseases such as cancer and age-related disorders.
Flore by Sun Genomics
Series B in 2023
Sun Genomics, Inc. is a microbiome health company based in San Diego, California, specializing in customized probiotics aimed at addressing dysbiosis. Founded in 2014, the company’s flagship product, Floré, combines a gut microbiome test with personalized probiotic formulations tailored to individual gut profiles, assessed through whole-genome sequencing. The Floré Gut Test includes a microflora collection kit, a comprehensive microflora profile analysis, and wellness consultations. Additionally, Sun Genomics offers Floré Tots, a probiotic solution designed for children up to age 12, which comes in a convenient powder form that can be easily mixed with beverages. The company sells its products online, providing an automatic renewal service to enhance customer convenience.
Gatehouse Bio
Convertible Note in 2023
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
TippingPoint Biosciences
Seed Round in 2023
TippingPoint Biosciences is developing therapeutics that target abnormal DNA packaging states in diseases such as cancer.
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
DNALite Therapeutics
Convertible Note in 2023
DNALite Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative gene therapy treatments for the gastrointestinal tract. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced oral lipid nanoparticle technology to deliver mRNA and plasmid DNA directly to intestinal stem cells. This approach aims to address the root causes of gastrointestinal diseases, including Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a hereditary condition that can lead to colorectal cancer and often necessitates invasive surgical interventions. DNALite's therapies seek to transform protein biologics into oral drugs, allowing for more effective and less invasive treatment options.
Kolibri
Convertible Note in 2023
Kolibri specializes in developing innovative bioreactors that significantly enhance cell culture yields while reducing production costs. Their proprietary platform, combining cutting-edge acoustics and biology techniques, aims to make cell and gene therapies more accessible and affordable.
Renegade.bio
Series A in 2023
Renegade.bio is a biotechnology startup focused on the development and deployment of high-throughput diagnostics aimed at detecting novel infectious diseases. The company specializes in creating innovative diagnostics and assays that support drug development, utilizing advanced techniques such as biomarker discovery, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), next-generation sequencing (NGS), and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS). By leveraging these capabilities, Renegade.bio enables healthcare organizations to offer diagnostic testing across various settings, including individuals, workplaces, schools, communities, and large events.
Pear Bio
Convertible Note in 2023
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
Renegade.bio
Convertible Note in 2023
Renegade.bio is a biotechnology startup focused on the development and deployment of high-throughput diagnostics aimed at detecting novel infectious diseases. The company specializes in creating innovative diagnostics and assays that support drug development, utilizing advanced techniques such as biomarker discovery, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), next-generation sequencing (NGS), and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS). By leveraging these capabilities, Renegade.bio enables healthcare organizations to offer diagnostic testing across various settings, including individuals, workplaces, schools, communities, and large events.
Flore by Sun Genomics
Series B in 2022
Sun Genomics, Inc. is a microbiome health company based in San Diego, California, specializing in customized probiotics aimed at addressing dysbiosis. Founded in 2014, the company’s flagship product, Floré, combines a gut microbiome test with personalized probiotic formulations tailored to individual gut profiles, assessed through whole-genome sequencing. The Floré Gut Test includes a microflora collection kit, a comprehensive microflora profile analysis, and wellness consultations. Additionally, Sun Genomics offers Floré Tots, a probiotic solution designed for children up to age 12, which comes in a convenient powder form that can be easily mixed with beverages. The company sells its products online, providing an automatic renewal service to enhance customer convenience.
Helex is a biotechnology company developing genomic medicines for kidney-related diseases. It leverages its own genomics data, bioinformatics, and an intelligent data-driven platform to design, verify, and deliver therapy-specific gRNAs, with a focus on non-viral targeted delivery and genome editing for renal indications. The company's platform uses data-driven deep-learning models and high-throughput sequencing data from CRISPR edits in human cell lines to generate reliable predictions and validate them in-house. By combining these capabilities, Helex aims to accelerate CRISPR-based drug research and the development of cell and gene therapies for kidney conditions, offering precise and scalable renal therapeutics.
Gatehouse Bio
Seed Round in 2022
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Flore by Sun Genomics
Convertible Note in 2022
Sun Genomics, Inc. is a microbiome health company based in San Diego, California, specializing in customized probiotics aimed at addressing dysbiosis. Founded in 2014, the company’s flagship product, Floré, combines a gut microbiome test with personalized probiotic formulations tailored to individual gut profiles, assessed through whole-genome sequencing. The Floré Gut Test includes a microflora collection kit, a comprehensive microflora profile analysis, and wellness consultations. Additionally, Sun Genomics offers Floré Tots, a probiotic solution designed for children up to age 12, which comes in a convenient powder form that can be easily mixed with beverages. The company sells its products online, providing an automatic renewal service to enhance customer convenience.
SyntheX
Convertible Note in 2022
SyntheX specializes in drug discovery using synthetic biology platforms. It identifies protein interaction modulators and enables functional protein degradation, focusing on unique mechanisms for cancer and rare disease treatments.
Briefcase Biotec
Convertible Note in 2022
Briefcase Biotec develops KiloBaser, a Nespresso machine of DNA synthesis - enabling cutting edge research without detours.
KiloBaser is a device for printing short synthetic DNA sequences. It enables individual scientists to easily produce the DNA they need on their desktops, while speeding up production of the basics for all genetic engineering and synthetic biology research and development.
Headquartered in Graz, Steiermark, KiloBaser was founded in 2013 by Martin Jost and Alexander Murer.
Gatehouse Bio
Convertible Note in 2022
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
AnimalBiome
Series A in 2022
AnimalBiome specializes in personalized pet nutrition, focusing on improving gut health for dogs and cats through microbiome science. The company offers microbiome tests to analyze pets' gut bacteria and provides tailored restorative supplements sourced from healthy animals to balance the microbiome.
DNALite Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2022
DNALite Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative gene therapy treatments for the gastrointestinal tract. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced oral lipid nanoparticle technology to deliver mRNA and plasmid DNA directly to intestinal stem cells. This approach aims to address the root causes of gastrointestinal diseases, including Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a hereditary condition that can lead to colorectal cancer and often necessitates invasive surgical interventions. DNALite's therapies seek to transform protein biologics into oral drugs, allowing for more effective and less invasive treatment options.
ArgenTAG
Pre Seed Round in 2022
ArgenTAG is a biotechnology company specializing in genomic sequencing. It offers a proprietary technology designed to reduce the cost of long-read sequencing applications.
ArgenTAG
Convertible Note in 2022
ArgenTAG is a biotechnology company specializing in genomic sequencing. It offers a proprietary technology designed to reduce the cost of long-read sequencing applications.
Inso Biosciences
Convertible Note in 2022
Inso Biosciences is an early-stage biotechnology company that develops microfluidic hardware platforms for genomic sample handling. The company's patented microfluidic technology enables high-efficiency processing of cellular material and the separation and isolation of cellular components, supporting genomic analysis and DNA sequencing workflows. Its platform aims to improve long-read DNA extraction, multiomic sample processing, and pathogen surveillance, enabling healthcare and biotech organizations to perform biological sample preparation with greater efficiency and accuracy.
Circularis Biotechnologies
Convertible Note in 2021
Circularis Biotechnologies, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Oakland, California. The company specializes in developing innovative methods to regulate gene expression, which enhances the production yields of biotherapeutics. Circularis offers a range of products, including RACRE Variant Libraries, hCMV Variant Library, Protein expression with CMV promoters, and T7 Variant Library. In addition, it provides various services such as RACRE Enhancement, RACRE Discovery, RACRE Technology Access Program, and Ribozyme Analysis of Cis-Regulatory Elements. Through its advanced technologies and services, Circularis aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of biotherapeutic production.
Gatehouse Bio
Seed Round in 2021
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
SEQUENTIAL
Seed Round in 2021
Sequential Skin is a diagnostic platform focused on skin longevity and aging, leveraging expertise in genetics, epigenetics, and the skin microbiome. The company specializes in clinical microbiome testing for skin, scalp, and female health. Its primary offering is a skin health test that employs quantitative real-time PCR (qPCR) technology to analyze specific markers within the skin microbiome. This analysis provides individuals with a detailed understanding of their skin profile, helping them identify their unique skincare needs. By delivering personalized insights, Sequential Skin empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their skincare routines.
DropGenie
Seed Round in 2021
Founded in Montreal, Canada in 2018, DropGenie is a biotechnology company specializing in automated genetic engineering. It offers a platform that uses microfluidics technology to miniaturize and automate complex synthetic biology workflows, enabling scientists to make changes to genomes efficiently while reducing costs and improving standardization and reproducibility.
Catalog Technologies Inc. specializes in a DNA-based platform that revolutionizes digital data storage and computation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company provides a method for encoding digital information into DNA, making it a viable and cost-effective solution for long-term data archiving. By leveraging advanced synthetic biology technologies, Catalog aims to transform how information is stored, allowing customers to utilize DNA molecules as a primary medium for digital records. This innovative approach positions Catalog at the forefront of next-generation data storage solutions.
Indee Labs
Convertible Note in 2021
Indee Labs develops hardware and platform technologies for gene delivery to immune cells, with the aim of enabling the rapid development and scalable manufacture of gene-modified cell therapies, including CAR-T cells. The company focuses on non-viral delivery methods to introduce small molecules, nucleic acids, proteins, and gene-editing complexes into immune cells, supporting biopharmaceutical research and manufacturing while maintaining high cell viability and function. Its technology has progressed with collaboration from national facilities and through participation in biotech incubators and accelerators. Indee Labs maintains an international footprint, with an office in Sydney and lab space in Berkeley, reflecting its cross-regional development and manufacturing focus.
SEQUENTIAL
Convertible Note in 2021
Sequential Skin is a diagnostic platform focused on skin longevity and aging, leveraging expertise in genetics, epigenetics, and the skin microbiome. The company specializes in clinical microbiome testing for skin, scalp, and female health. Its primary offering is a skin health test that employs quantitative real-time PCR (qPCR) technology to analyze specific markers within the skin microbiome. This analysis provides individuals with a detailed understanding of their skin profile, helping them identify their unique skincare needs. By delivering personalized insights, Sequential Skin empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their skincare routines.
Pear Bio
Seed Round in 2021
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
Helex is a biotechnology company developing genomic medicines for kidney-related diseases. It leverages its own genomics data, bioinformatics, and an intelligent data-driven platform to design, verify, and deliver therapy-specific gRNAs, with a focus on non-viral targeted delivery and genome editing for renal indications. The company's platform uses data-driven deep-learning models and high-throughput sequencing data from CRISPR edits in human cell lines to generate reliable predictions and validate them in-house. By combining these capabilities, Helex aims to accelerate CRISPR-based drug research and the development of cell and gene therapies for kidney conditions, offering precise and scalable renal therapeutics.
Helex
Convertible Note in 2021
Helex is a biotechnology company developing genomic medicines for kidney-related diseases. It leverages its own genomics data, bioinformatics, and an intelligent data-driven platform to design, verify, and deliver therapy-specific gRNAs, with a focus on non-viral targeted delivery and genome editing for renal indications. The company's platform uses data-driven deep-learning models and high-throughput sequencing data from CRISPR edits in human cell lines to generate reliable predictions and validate them in-house. By combining these capabilities, Helex aims to accelerate CRISPR-based drug research and the development of cell and gene therapies for kidney conditions, offering precise and scalable renal therapeutics.
Microgenesis
Convertible Note in 2021
Microgenesis is a biotechnology company focused on fertility and pregnancy health monitoring. It has developed a platform that provides a non-invasive fertility test and personalized nutritional supplementation aimed at restoring women's fertility potential. The company's innovative diagnostic approach detects subclinical inflammation that negatively impacts ovarian function and implantation, specifically targeting women who have experienced challenges, including multiple failed IVF attempts. Operating out of a CLIA lab in Oakland, Microgenesis offers its solutions through OB-GYNs and direct-to-consumer channels. Additionally, the platform addresses imbalances in vaginal and intestinal microbiota linked to infertility and offers dual testing for immunological issues related to the endometrium, equipping patients with effective treatment options for complex reproductive health cases.
Avalo
Venture Round in 2021
Avalo is a plant biology company that employs interpretable machine learning, genomic discovery, and evolutionary theory to expedite the development of new crops tailored for future agricultural needs. Utilizing AI-assisted plant breeding methods, Avalo creates non-GMO products that foster natural biodiversity. Its core technology, a discovery engine, can swiftly identify genetic bases of complex traits even in understudied crops, reducing time and cost significantly compared to traditional methods. This enables Avalo to forecast and enhance crop traits like drought tolerance and nutrient density, adapting agriculture to changing climates.
SEQUENTIAL
Convertible Note in 2021
Sequential Skin is a diagnostic platform focused on skin longevity and aging, leveraging expertise in genetics, epigenetics, and the skin microbiome. The company specializes in clinical microbiome testing for skin, scalp, and female health. Its primary offering is a skin health test that employs quantitative real-time PCR (qPCR) technology to analyze specific markers within the skin microbiome. This analysis provides individuals with a detailed understanding of their skin profile, helping them identify their unique skincare needs. By delivering personalized insights, Sequential Skin empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their skincare routines.
AnimalBiome
Venture Round in 2021
AnimalBiome specializes in personalized pet nutrition, focusing on improving gut health for dogs and cats through microbiome science. The company offers microbiome tests to analyze pets' gut bacteria and provides tailored restorative supplements sourced from healthy animals to balance the microbiome.
DNALite Therapeutics
Convertible Note in 2021
DNALite Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative gene therapy treatments for the gastrointestinal tract. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced oral lipid nanoparticle technology to deliver mRNA and plasmid DNA directly to intestinal stem cells. This approach aims to address the root causes of gastrointestinal diseases, including Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a hereditary condition that can lead to colorectal cancer and often necessitates invasive surgical interventions. DNALite's therapies seek to transform protein biologics into oral drugs, allowing for more effective and less invasive treatment options.
Kolibri
Seed Round in 2021
Kolibri specializes in developing innovative bioreactors that significantly enhance cell culture yields while reducing production costs. Their proprietary platform, combining cutting-edge acoustics and biology techniques, aims to make cell and gene therapies more accessible and affordable.
Wayfinder Biosciences
Seed Round in 2021
Wayfinder Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing orally available small molecule drugs that modulate RNA targets linked to cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. The company uses a proprietary platform that combines high-throughput screening, computational modeling, and machine learning with unique datasets to discover RNA-targeting compounds with potency and selectivity for traditionally inaccessible targets. Its approach includes RNA biosensor technologies that render target molecules detectable, aiding discovery and evaluation. Founded in 2021 and based in Seattle, Wayfinder aims to accelerate development of therapies for undruggable targets by enabling rapid screening and optimization of RNA-targeting small molecules.
Avalo
Convertible Note in 2021
Avalo is a plant biology company that employs interpretable machine learning, genomic discovery, and evolutionary theory to expedite the development of new crops tailored for future agricultural needs. Utilizing AI-assisted plant breeding methods, Avalo creates non-GMO products that foster natural biodiversity. Its core technology, a discovery engine, can swiftly identify genetic bases of complex traits even in understudied crops, reducing time and cost significantly compared to traditional methods. This enables Avalo to forecast and enhance crop traits like drought tolerance and nutrient density, adapting agriculture to changing climates.
Basin Genomics
Convertible Note in 2021
Basin Genomics is combining scientific backgrounds in genomics and oncology with startup expertise to translate genetic discoveries into advances in personalized clinical care as it strives to develop technology that will decrease the rates of cervical cancer globally.
Basin Genomics
Seed Round in 2021
Basin Genomics is combining scientific backgrounds in genomics and oncology with startup expertise to translate genetic discoveries into advances in personalized clinical care as it strives to develop technology that will decrease the rates of cervical cancer globally.
SEQUENTIAL
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Sequential Skin is a diagnostic platform focused on skin longevity and aging, leveraging expertise in genetics, epigenetics, and the skin microbiome. The company specializes in clinical microbiome testing for skin, scalp, and female health. Its primary offering is a skin health test that employs quantitative real-time PCR (qPCR) technology to analyze specific markers within the skin microbiome. This analysis provides individuals with a detailed understanding of their skin profile, helping them identify their unique skincare needs. By delivering personalized insights, Sequential Skin empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their skincare routines.
Microgenesis
Convertible Note in 2021
Microgenesis is a biotechnology company focused on fertility and pregnancy health monitoring. It has developed a platform that provides a non-invasive fertility test and personalized nutritional supplementation aimed at restoring women's fertility potential. The company's innovative diagnostic approach detects subclinical inflammation that negatively impacts ovarian function and implantation, specifically targeting women who have experienced challenges, including multiple failed IVF attempts. Operating out of a CLIA lab in Oakland, Microgenesis offers its solutions through OB-GYNs and direct-to-consumer channels. Additionally, the platform addresses imbalances in vaginal and intestinal microbiota linked to infertility and offers dual testing for immunological issues related to the endometrium, equipping patients with effective treatment options for complex reproductive health cases.
Gatehouse Bio
Funding Round in 2021
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Gatehouse Bio
Seed Round in 2020
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Pear Bio
Seed Round in 2020
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
Biomage
Seed Round in 2020
Biomage is a company dedicated to advancing life sciences through innovative single-cell analysis. It offers a platform that enables researchers to analyze vast single-cell sequencing data efficiently, transforming complex biological data into actionable insights. This capability supports both academic and industrial scientists in enhancing drug target discovery while reducing costs. The Biomage Single Cell Platform allows users to manage their single-cell data analysis with ease, providing deep biological insights in a streamlined manner. By applying advanced computational methods, Biomage is at the forefront of facilitating groundbreaking research across various biological disciplines.
Renegade.bio
Convertible Note in 2020
Renegade.bio is a biotechnology startup focused on the development and deployment of high-throughput diagnostics aimed at detecting novel infectious diseases. The company specializes in creating innovative diagnostics and assays that support drug development, utilizing advanced techniques such as biomarker discovery, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), next-generation sequencing (NGS), and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS). By leveraging these capabilities, Renegade.bio enables healthcare organizations to offer diagnostic testing across various settings, including individuals, workplaces, schools, communities, and large events.
SyntheX
Convertible Note in 2020
SyntheX specializes in drug discovery using synthetic biology platforms. It identifies protein interaction modulators and enables functional protein degradation, focusing on unique mechanisms for cancer and rare disease treatments.
Microgenesis
Convertible Note in 2020
Microgenesis is a biotechnology company focused on fertility and pregnancy health monitoring. It has developed a platform that provides a non-invasive fertility test and personalized nutritional supplementation aimed at restoring women's fertility potential. The company's innovative diagnostic approach detects subclinical inflammation that negatively impacts ovarian function and implantation, specifically targeting women who have experienced challenges, including multiple failed IVF attempts. Operating out of a CLIA lab in Oakland, Microgenesis offers its solutions through OB-GYNs and direct-to-consumer channels. Additionally, the platform addresses imbalances in vaginal and intestinal microbiota linked to infertility and offers dual testing for immunological issues related to the endometrium, equipping patients with effective treatment options for complex reproductive health cases.
Pear Bio
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
AnimalBiome
Convertible Note in 2020
AnimalBiome specializes in personalized pet nutrition, focusing on improving gut health for dogs and cats through microbiome science. The company offers microbiome tests to analyze pets' gut bacteria and provides tailored restorative supplements sourced from healthy animals to balance the microbiome.
Flore by Sun Genomics
Series A in 2020
Sun Genomics, Inc. is a microbiome health company based in San Diego, California, specializing in customized probiotics aimed at addressing dysbiosis. Founded in 2014, the company’s flagship product, Floré, combines a gut microbiome test with personalized probiotic formulations tailored to individual gut profiles, assessed through whole-genome sequencing. The Floré Gut Test includes a microflora collection kit, a comprehensive microflora profile analysis, and wellness consultations. Additionally, Sun Genomics offers Floré Tots, a probiotic solution designed for children up to age 12, which comes in a convenient powder form that can be easily mixed with beverages. The company sells its products online, providing an automatic renewal service to enhance customer convenience.
Renegade.bio
Convertible Note in 2020
Renegade.bio is a biotechnology startup focused on the development and deployment of high-throughput diagnostics aimed at detecting novel infectious diseases. The company specializes in creating innovative diagnostics and assays that support drug development, utilizing advanced techniques such as biomarker discovery, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), next-generation sequencing (NGS), and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS). By leveraging these capabilities, Renegade.bio enables healthcare organizations to offer diagnostic testing across various settings, including individuals, workplaces, schools, communities, and large events.
DropGenie
Convertible Note in 2020
Founded in Montreal, Canada in 2018, DropGenie is a biotechnology company specializing in automated genetic engineering. It offers a platform that uses microfluidics technology to miniaturize and automate complex synthetic biology workflows, enabling scientists to make changes to genomes efficiently while reducing costs and improving standardization and reproducibility.
Biomage
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Biomage is a company dedicated to advancing life sciences through innovative single-cell analysis. It offers a platform that enables researchers to analyze vast single-cell sequencing data efficiently, transforming complex biological data into actionable insights. This capability supports both academic and industrial scientists in enhancing drug target discovery while reducing costs. The Biomage Single Cell Platform allows users to manage their single-cell data analysis with ease, providing deep biological insights in a streamlined manner. By applying advanced computational methods, Biomage is at the forefront of facilitating groundbreaking research across various biological disciplines.
Renegade.bio
Seed Round in 2020
Renegade.bio is a biotechnology startup focused on the development and deployment of high-throughput diagnostics aimed at detecting novel infectious diseases. The company specializes in creating innovative diagnostics and assays that support drug development, utilizing advanced techniques such as biomarker discovery, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), next-generation sequencing (NGS), and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS). By leveraging these capabilities, Renegade.bio enables healthcare organizations to offer diagnostic testing across various settings, including individuals, workplaces, schools, communities, and large events.
Ivy Natal
Seed Round in 2020
Ivy Natal is a biotechnology company focused on addressing infertility through innovative reproductive solutions. The company has developed a skin biopsy technology that enables the creation of human egg cells from skin samples. This process activates the existing DNA within skin cells to transform them into healthy egg cells, offering a novel alternative to traditional in vitro methods for producing eggs and sperm. By circumventing the challenges associated with conventional reproductive techniques, Ivy Natal aims to provide couples, including those in same-sex relationships, with the opportunity to have genetically related children.
Circularis Biotechnologies
Seed Round in 2020
Circularis Biotechnologies, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Oakland, California. The company specializes in developing innovative methods to regulate gene expression, which enhances the production yields of biotherapeutics. Circularis offers a range of products, including RACRE Variant Libraries, hCMV Variant Library, Protein expression with CMV promoters, and T7 Variant Library. In addition, it provides various services such as RACRE Enhancement, RACRE Discovery, RACRE Technology Access Program, and Ribozyme Analysis of Cis-Regulatory Elements. Through its advanced technologies and services, Circularis aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of biotherapeutic production.
Pear Bio
Convertible Note in 2020
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
Briefcase Biotec
Convertible Note in 2020
Briefcase Biotec develops KiloBaser, a Nespresso machine of DNA synthesis - enabling cutting edge research without detours.
KiloBaser is a device for printing short synthetic DNA sequences. It enables individual scientists to easily produce the DNA they need on their desktops, while speeding up production of the basics for all genetic engineering and synthetic biology research and development.
Headquartered in Graz, Steiermark, KiloBaser was founded in 2013 by Martin Jost and Alexander Murer.
Catalog Technologies Inc. specializes in a DNA-based platform that revolutionizes digital data storage and computation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company provides a method for encoding digital information into DNA, making it a viable and cost-effective solution for long-term data archiving. By leveraging advanced synthetic biology technologies, Catalog aims to transform how information is stored, allowing customers to utilize DNA molecules as a primary medium for digital records. This innovative approach positions Catalog at the forefront of next-generation data storage solutions.
Renegade.bio
Debt Financing in 2020
Renegade.bio is a biotechnology startup focused on the development and deployment of high-throughput diagnostics aimed at detecting novel infectious diseases. The company specializes in creating innovative diagnostics and assays that support drug development, utilizing advanced techniques such as biomarker discovery, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), next-generation sequencing (NGS), and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS). By leveraging these capabilities, Renegade.bio enables healthcare organizations to offer diagnostic testing across various settings, including individuals, workplaces, schools, communities, and large events.
Farma Genetix
Seed Round in 2019
Farma Genetix is a Boston-based company that specializes in manufacturing genetically tailored natural supplements and personalized diet plans aimed at addressing chronic health conditions. By collaborating with researchers from Harvard Medical School's Genomics department, Farma Genetix develops nutritional products designed to support cardiovascular health, including the maintenance of healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels. The company emphasizes the importance of a customized dietary approach to promote overall well-being and reinforce a healthy lifestyle.
Flore by Sun Genomics
Convertible Note in 2019
Sun Genomics, Inc. is a microbiome health company based in San Diego, California, specializing in customized probiotics aimed at addressing dysbiosis. Founded in 2014, the company’s flagship product, Floré, combines a gut microbiome test with personalized probiotic formulations tailored to individual gut profiles, assessed through whole-genome sequencing. The Floré Gut Test includes a microflora collection kit, a comprehensive microflora profile analysis, and wellness consultations. Additionally, Sun Genomics offers Floré Tots, a probiotic solution designed for children up to age 12, which comes in a convenient powder form that can be easily mixed with beverages. The company sells its products online, providing an automatic renewal service to enhance customer convenience.
Pando Nutrition
Seed Round in 2019
Pando Nutrition, Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, is an animal microbiome company focused on developing probiotics to promote livestock health and performance without relying on medically significant drugs. The company's primary goal is to address the antibiotic resistance crisis by engineering genetically modified probiotics that enhance feed efficiency, profitability, and methane emission control. Pando Nutrition offers Panbiotics, a platform designed to identify and manage methane emissions, thereby improving feed efficiency and livestock growth. Additionally, the company develops solutions for poultry pathogens like Coccidiosis and operates in the sustainable protein sector using yeast-based systems for animal feed.
Ravata Solutions
Convertible Note in 2019
Ravata Solutions develops a medical device platform for gene delivery used to create custom transgenic animal models and support production-scale embryo engineering. Founded in 2016 and based in Davis, California, the company targets pre-clinical research by enabling faster creation of transgenic organisms and improving embryo viability for disease modeling and fertility applications. The technology is designed to streamline model development for drug efficacy studies and medical genetics research, helping researchers accelerate timelines while enhancing the reliability of embryo production and genetic modification processes.
Dahlia Biosciences
Convertible Note in 2019
Founded in 2011, Dahlia Biosciences is a biotechnology company specializing in single-cell RNA analysis tools for research and diagnostic applications. It uses CRISPR-Cas9 technology to detect multiple DNA and RNA biomarkers directly in cells and tissues.
DNALite Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2019
DNALite Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative gene therapy treatments for the gastrointestinal tract. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced oral lipid nanoparticle technology to deliver mRNA and plasmid DNA directly to intestinal stem cells. This approach aims to address the root causes of gastrointestinal diseases, including Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a hereditary condition that can lead to colorectal cancer and often necessitates invasive surgical interventions. DNALite's therapies seek to transform protein biologics into oral drugs, allowing for more effective and less invasive treatment options.
DropGenie
Seed Round in 2019
Founded in Montreal, Canada in 2018, DropGenie is a biotechnology company specializing in automated genetic engineering. It offers a platform that uses microfluidics technology to miniaturize and automate complex synthetic biology workflows, enabling scientists to make changes to genomes efficiently while reducing costs and improving standardization and reproducibility.
Serenity Bioworks
Convertible Note in 2019
Serenity Bioworks is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative antibody mimetics for targeted protein degradation. The company employs advanced display techniques alongside computational methods to optimize the discovery process of these therapeutics. Additionally, Serenity Bioworks is engaged in creating gene therapies aimed at addressing underserved areas in healthcare, such as hemophilia, inherited retinal diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. Their goal is to enhance the long-term efficacy and safety profiles of gene therapy treatments, ultimately improving patient outcomes with safer and more durable solutions.
Helixworks Technologies Limited
Seed Round in 2019
Helixworks Technologies Limited is a Cork, Ireland-based biotechnology company focused on DNA data storage and programmable biology. It develops a molecular storage system that stores digital information in DNA using an open architecture. The company advances enzymatic DNA synthesis methods and provides an end-to-end platform for DNA data storage, equipping developers with tools and services for molecular tagging, digital preservation and multiplexed next-generation sequencing applications, including barcoding kits for NGS workflows. By treating biology as an engineering discipline, Helixworks aims to enable the development of living machines and support healthcare data management and other advanced applications.
Chronomics
Seed Round in 2019
Chronomics Ltd is a tech-bio company headquartered in Norwich, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing testing kits and an artificial intelligence platform for DNA methylation analysis. Founded in 2017, the company provides insights into biological age, smoke exposure, and metabolic state, as well as health risks, eye color, and hereditary intolerances. Chronomics aims to make biological information accessible and actionable, simplifying the use of biomarkers across various sectors, including telehealth, travel, and personal care. By partnering with major organizations, Chronomics seeks to enhance how individuals diagnose and personalize their health and wellness decisions, contributing to a broader bio-revolution that aims to transform everyday life through scientific innovation.
Flore by Sun Genomics
Venture Round in 2019
Sun Genomics, Inc. is a microbiome health company based in San Diego, California, specializing in customized probiotics aimed at addressing dysbiosis. Founded in 2014, the company’s flagship product, Floré, combines a gut microbiome test with personalized probiotic formulations tailored to individual gut profiles, assessed through whole-genome sequencing. The Floré Gut Test includes a microflora collection kit, a comprehensive microflora profile analysis, and wellness consultations. Additionally, Sun Genomics offers Floré Tots, a probiotic solution designed for children up to age 12, which comes in a convenient powder form that can be easily mixed with beverages. The company sells its products online, providing an automatic renewal service to enhance customer convenience.
Briefcase Biotec
Convertible Note in 2018
Briefcase Biotec develops KiloBaser, a Nespresso machine of DNA synthesis - enabling cutting edge research without detours.
KiloBaser is a device for printing short synthetic DNA sequences. It enables individual scientists to easily produce the DNA they need on their desktops, while speeding up production of the basics for all genetic engineering and synthetic biology research and development.
Headquartered in Graz, Steiermark, KiloBaser was founded in 2013 by Martin Jost and Alexander Murer.
Dahlia Biosciences
Convertible Note in 2018
Founded in 2011, Dahlia Biosciences is a biotechnology company specializing in single-cell RNA analysis tools for research and diagnostic applications. It uses CRISPR-Cas9 technology to detect multiple DNA and RNA biomarkers directly in cells and tissues.
DNALite Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2018
DNALite Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative gene therapy treatments for the gastrointestinal tract. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced oral lipid nanoparticle technology to deliver mRNA and plasmid DNA directly to intestinal stem cells. This approach aims to address the root causes of gastrointestinal diseases, including Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a hereditary condition that can lead to colorectal cancer and often necessitates invasive surgical interventions. DNALite's therapies seek to transform protein biologics into oral drugs, allowing for more effective and less invasive treatment options.
AnimalBiome
Funding Round in 2018
AnimalBiome specializes in personalized pet nutrition, focusing on improving gut health for dogs and cats through microbiome science. The company offers microbiome tests to analyze pets' gut bacteria and provides tailored restorative supplements sourced from healthy animals to balance the microbiome.
Osiris Bio
Seed Round in 2018
Osiris Bio
Serenity Bioworks
Seed Round in 2018
Serenity Bioworks is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative antibody mimetics for targeted protein degradation. The company employs advanced display techniques alongside computational methods to optimize the discovery process of these therapeutics. Additionally, Serenity Bioworks is engaged in creating gene therapies aimed at addressing underserved areas in healthcare, such as hemophilia, inherited retinal diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. Their goal is to enhance the long-term efficacy and safety profiles of gene therapy treatments, ultimately improving patient outcomes with safer and more durable solutions.
BioMathematica
Pre Seed Round in 2018
BioMathematica is a biotechnology startup that provides modeling, simulation, and data analysis focused on microbiomes and genome-scale metabolic networks. The company develops genome-scale metabolic models to characterize biological processes, simulate system behavior, monitor and optimize performance, and guide therapeutic and product decisions for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. By integrating genome-to-microbiome and genome-to-cell interactions, BioMathematica delivers quantitative, predictive insights to support understanding of microbiome-related therapeutics and disease areas.
Chronomics
Seed Round in 2017
Chronomics Ltd is a tech-bio company headquartered in Norwich, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing testing kits and an artificial intelligence platform for DNA methylation analysis. Founded in 2017, the company provides insights into biological age, smoke exposure, and metabolic state, as well as health risks, eye color, and hereditary intolerances. Chronomics aims to make biological information accessible and actionable, simplifying the use of biomarkers across various sectors, including telehealth, travel, and personal care. By partnering with major organizations, Chronomics seeks to enhance how individuals diagnose and personalize their health and wellness decisions, contributing to a broader bio-revolution that aims to transform everyday life through scientific innovation.
Flore by Sun Genomics
Seed Round in 2017
Sun Genomics, Inc. is a microbiome health company based in San Diego, California, specializing in customized probiotics aimed at addressing dysbiosis. Founded in 2014, the company’s flagship product, Floré, combines a gut microbiome test with personalized probiotic formulations tailored to individual gut profiles, assessed through whole-genome sequencing. The Floré Gut Test includes a microflora collection kit, a comprehensive microflora profile analysis, and wellness consultations. Additionally, Sun Genomics offers Floré Tots, a probiotic solution designed for children up to age 12, which comes in a convenient powder form that can be easily mixed with beverages. The company sells its products online, providing an automatic renewal service to enhance customer convenience.
Cell-Free Technology
Convertible Note in 2017
Cell-Free Technology Limited, founded in 2017 and based in Cork, Ireland, specializes in creating cell-free extracts that enable the production of essential biomolecules, including insulin, odors, bio-compatible color palettes, and fluorescent proteins. The company focuses on cell-free protein expression, which allows for biological processes to occur outside of traditional laboratory settings, free from constraints posed by biological or GMO regulations. By offering ultra low-cost cell-free extracts and kits, Cell-Free Technology aims to democratize access to biological creation, facilitating innovation in various fields. The company is also committed to open-source projects, actively sharing resources and knowledge to broaden the application of its technologies.
Dahlia Biosciences
Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2011, Dahlia Biosciences is a biotechnology company specializing in single-cell RNA analysis tools for research and diagnostic applications. It uses CRISPR-Cas9 technology to detect multiple DNA and RNA biomarkers directly in cells and tissues.
Onconetics Pharmaceuticals
Seed Round in 2017
Onconetics Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing gene therapies aimed at treating cancer and other genetic disorders. Established in 2016 and located in Mill Valley, California, Onconetics utilizes a unique therapeutic platform that incorporates a genetic switch to activate apoptotic inducers, selectively targeting tumor cells while preserving healthy tissue. The company is dedicated to advancing personalized medicine by integrating established gene therapy techniques with innovative research, striving to create effective treatments that reduce the invasiveness and side effects associated with traditional cancer therapies. Through its efforts, Onconetics aims to enhance patient outcomes and improve the overall quality of life for individuals affected by cancer and genetic conditions.
PlantEdit
Convertible Note in 2017
PLANTeDIT Limited is a biotech company headquartered in Cork, Ireland, established in 2017. It specializes in developing plant transformation technology systems that utilize CRISPR/Cas9 RNPs for direct genome editing in a variety of crop species. The company focuses on producing non-transgenic, regulatory-free, and sustainable plant products, such as high oleic soya, aimed at health-conscious consumers. Additionally, PLANTeDIT is engaged in creating mammalian proteins and human pharmaceuticals through its innovative genome-edited plant platform, which allows for the efficient production of cost-effective biopharmaceuticals. The company's commitment to sustainability and consumer-oriented solutions positions it as a leader in the advancement of genome editing technology in agriculture and biomedicine.
Catalog
Seed Round in 2017
Catalog Technologies Inc. specializes in a DNA-based platform that revolutionizes digital data storage and computation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company provides a method for encoding digital information into DNA, making it a viable and cost-effective solution for long-term data archiving. By leveraging advanced synthetic biology technologies, Catalog aims to transform how information is stored, allowing customers to utilize DNA molecules as a primary medium for digital records. This innovative approach positions Catalog at the forefront of next-generation data storage solutions.
Indee Labs
Angel Round in 2017
Indee Labs develops hardware and platform technologies for gene delivery to immune cells, with the aim of enabling the rapid development and scalable manufacture of gene-modified cell therapies, including CAR-T cells. The company focuses on non-viral delivery methods to introduce small molecules, nucleic acids, proteins, and gene-editing complexes into immune cells, supporting biopharmaceutical research and manufacturing while maintaining high cell viability and function. Its technology has progressed with collaboration from national facilities and through participation in biotech incubators and accelerators. Indee Labs maintains an international footprint, with an office in Sydney and lab space in Berkeley, reflecting its cross-regional development and manufacturing focus.
Cell-Free Technology
Seed Round in 2017
Cell-Free Technology Limited, founded in 2017 and based in Cork, Ireland, specializes in creating cell-free extracts that enable the production of essential biomolecules, including insulin, odors, bio-compatible color palettes, and fluorescent proteins. The company focuses on cell-free protein expression, which allows for biological processes to occur outside of traditional laboratory settings, free from constraints posed by biological or GMO regulations. By offering ultra low-cost cell-free extracts and kits, Cell-Free Technology aims to democratize access to biological creation, facilitating innovation in various fields. The company is also committed to open-source projects, actively sharing resources and knowledge to broaden the application of its technologies.
Stelvio Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2017
Stelvio Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for incurable cancers and neurodegenerative diseases. The company utilizes a machine vision and learning platform to drive diseased stem cells to non-diseased states by identifying drugs that induce epigenetic changes. Its proprietary Microscopic Imaging of Epigenetic Landscapes (MIEL) technology facilitates the discovery of small molecules capable of differentiating or reversing cancerous cells into benign types, potentially offering curative outcomes. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Stelvio Therapeutics combines scientific creativity, clinical excellence, and professional management to advance novel drug therapies and precision medicine diagnostics, with a particular emphasis on personalized treatments for conditions such as glioblastoma.
PlantEdit
Seed Round in 2017
PLANTeDIT Limited is a biotech company headquartered in Cork, Ireland, established in 2017. It specializes in developing plant transformation technology systems that utilize CRISPR/Cas9 RNPs for direct genome editing in a variety of crop species. The company focuses on producing non-transgenic, regulatory-free, and sustainable plant products, such as high oleic soya, aimed at health-conscious consumers. Additionally, PLANTeDIT is engaged in creating mammalian proteins and human pharmaceuticals through its innovative genome-edited plant platform, which allows for the efficient production of cost-effective biopharmaceuticals. The company's commitment to sustainability and consumer-oriented solutions positions it as a leader in the advancement of genome editing technology in agriculture and biomedicine.