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.
Huue is a company focused on providing sustainable dyeing solutions for the denim and textile industries, specifically through the use of bio-synthesized indigo dyes. By employing fermentation biotechnology, the company utilizes naturally occurring microorganisms to produce colors, which significantly reduces the reliance on toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production. This innovative approach not only enhances the environmental sustainability of the denim supply chain but also offers a greener alternative for fashion and textile manufacturers seeking to create eco-friendly products. Huue's commitment to harnessing renewable resources positions it as a leader in the movement towards more sustainable practices in the industry.
unspun
Series B in 2024
Unspun, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development of a platform that creates customized jeans using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental concerns by reducing global carbon emissions through automated and localized manufacturing processes. Unspun’s innovative approach not only eliminates pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory but also allows for the production of jeans in under ten minutes in a zero-waste manner. Their technology is showcased through the unspun.io platform, which provides digital customization solutions for various apparel brands. With a mission to make fashion more sustainable, Unspun is positioned at the intersection of robotics and digital apparel, striving to transform the industry with its unique approach to on-demand manufacturing.
unspun
Series A in 2023
Unspun, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development of a platform that creates customized jeans using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental concerns by reducing global carbon emissions through automated and localized manufacturing processes. Unspun’s innovative approach not only eliminates pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory but also allows for the production of jeans in under ten minutes in a zero-waste manner. Their technology is showcased through the unspun.io platform, which provides digital customization solutions for various apparel brands. With a mission to make fashion more sustainable, Unspun is positioned at the intersection of robotics and digital apparel, striving to transform the industry with its unique approach to on-demand manufacturing.
Re-Fresh Global
Convertible Note in 2023
Re-Fresh Global specializes in textile waste management, offering innovative solutions that contribute to the circular economy in textiles. The company employs a patented method to tackle the challenges of textile waste, facilitating smart collection, separation, and low-cost upcycling of large quantities of low-value materials. In addition to its technologies, Re-Fresh Global initiates and implements circular economy projects, providing training and fostering international cooperation. Their services aim to transform textile waste into valuable raw materials, addressing customer inquiries through various channels, including phone, email, and online applications.
Gozen Bioworks
Seed Round in 2023
Gozen Bioworks offers solutions and biomaterials developed with a biomimicry approach by combining science, art, philosophy, and design to raise awareness and provide help to the planet, living creatures, and humanity. They develop and invent high-performance microbe-derived materials from natural inputs, such as next-generation leather, biotextiles, bioplastics, packaging, and interior materials.
Re-Fresh Global
Seed Round in 2023
Re-Fresh Global specializes in textile waste management, offering innovative solutions that contribute to the circular economy in textiles. The company employs a patented method to tackle the challenges of textile waste, facilitating smart collection, separation, and low-cost upcycling of large quantities of low-value materials. In addition to its technologies, Re-Fresh Global initiates and implements circular economy projects, providing training and fostering international cooperation. Their services aim to transform textile waste into valuable raw materials, addressing customer inquiries through various channels, including phone, email, and online applications.
Gozen Bioworks
Seed Round in 2022
Gozen Bioworks offers solutions and biomaterials developed with a biomimicry approach by combining science, art, philosophy, and design to raise awareness and provide help to the planet, living creatures, and humanity. They develop and invent high-performance microbe-derived materials from natural inputs, such as next-generation leather, biotextiles, bioplastics, packaging, and interior materials.
Huue
Series A in 2022
Huue is a company focused on providing sustainable dyeing solutions for the denim and textile industries, specifically through the use of bio-synthesized indigo dyes. By employing fermentation biotechnology, the company utilizes naturally occurring microorganisms to produce colors, which significantly reduces the reliance on toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production. This innovative approach not only enhances the environmental sustainability of the denim supply chain but also offers a greener alternative for fashion and textile manufacturers seeking to create eco-friendly products. Huue's commitment to harnessing renewable resources positions it as a leader in the movement towards more sustainable practices in the industry.
Keel.Labs
Series A in 2022
Keel Labs is a biomaterials company focused on producing sustainable materials derived from renewable resources, specifically seaweed. The company addresses the ecological damage associated with the fashion industry by developing a platform for creating durable and rapidly degradable yarns from kelp. This innovative approach integrates scientific research and design with waste reduction in textile production, offering a viable alternative to conventional textiles for the footwear and apparel industries. By utilizing kelp, Keel Labs provides a functional and environmentally friendly resource that aims to mitigate the negative impacts of traditional material sourcing.
Smartex.ai
Seed Round in 2022
Smartex.ai is an AI and computer vision company that uses automated inspection to detect textile defects. It also uses cutting-edge AI tech in order to solve some of the biggest problems of an outdated yet so relevant sector which is the Textile Industry. Our company is bringing the most sophisticated state-of-the-art technologies of Machine Learning and Computer Vision in order to detect textile defects and irregularities in real-time, acting on the knitting machines as a way to reduce defective production to close to 0%. This high-tech solution is able to not only stop the production of defects during production, using hardware and software but also improve the business by offering a user interface where the factories can check their stats regarding the production.
Tidal Vision
Venture Round in 2021
Tidal Vision Inc. is a manufacturer based in Ferndale, Washington, specializing in sustainable products derived from ocean waste, such as salmon skin and crab shells. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on producing chitosan, a biodegradable industrial biopolymer extracted from crab shells, using a zero-waste extraction process that ensures high quality and cost-effectiveness. Tidal Vision's product range includes Alaska Salmon leather goods, chitosan-based clarifying agents for beverages, water treatment solutions, antimicrobial polymers, and various eco-friendly plant foods and cleaning products. By leveraging proprietary technologies, Tidal Vision serves multiple industries, including textiles and agriculture, offering environmentally friendly alternatives that meet industry demands while promoting sustainability.
Smartex.ai
Convertible Note in 2021
Smartex.ai is an AI and computer vision company that uses automated inspection to detect textile defects. It also uses cutting-edge AI tech in order to solve some of the biggest problems of an outdated yet so relevant sector which is the Textile Industry. Our company is bringing the most sophisticated state-of-the-art technologies of Machine Learning and Computer Vision in order to detect textile defects and irregularities in real-time, acting on the knitting machines as a way to reduce defective production to close to 0%. This high-tech solution is able to not only stop the production of defects during production, using hardware and software but also improve the business by offering a user interface where the factories can check their stats regarding the production.
unspun
Series A in 2021
Unspun, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development of a platform that creates customized jeans using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental concerns by reducing global carbon emissions through automated and localized manufacturing processes. Unspun’s innovative approach not only eliminates pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory but also allows for the production of jeans in under ten minutes in a zero-waste manner. Their technology is showcased through the unspun.io platform, which provides digital customization solutions for various apparel brands. With a mission to make fashion more sustainable, Unspun is positioned at the intersection of robotics and digital apparel, striving to transform the industry with its unique approach to on-demand manufacturing.
Keel.Labs
Venture Round in 2021
Keel Labs is a biomaterials company focused on producing sustainable materials derived from renewable resources, specifically seaweed. The company addresses the ecological damage associated with the fashion industry by developing a platform for creating durable and rapidly degradable yarns from kelp. This innovative approach integrates scientific research and design with waste reduction in textile production, offering a viable alternative to conventional textiles for the footwear and apparel industries. By utilizing kelp, Keel Labs provides a functional and environmentally friendly resource that aims to mitigate the negative impacts of traditional material sourcing.
Huue
Convertible Note in 2021
Huue is a company focused on providing sustainable dyeing solutions for the denim and textile industries, specifically through the use of bio-synthesized indigo dyes. By employing fermentation biotechnology, the company utilizes naturally occurring microorganisms to produce colors, which significantly reduces the reliance on toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production. This innovative approach not only enhances the environmental sustainability of the denim supply chain but also offers a greener alternative for fashion and textile manufacturers seeking to create eco-friendly products. Huue's commitment to harnessing renewable resources positions it as a leader in the movement towards more sustainable practices in the industry.
Bucha Bio
Seed Round in 2020
Bucha Bio creates a novel biomaterial grown from infinitely renewable bacterial-nanocellulose. Strands of natural fibers interlock to form a high-performance textile with a luxuriously soft handfeel. Produced in weeks rather than months or years, use it in premium applications instead of animal leather, polyurethane, latex, vinyl, and so much more. Creating a reliable material is our goal, adding plastics and petrochemicals like PU polyurethane would make it easy, but we’ve never taken the easy way out. Committed to sustainability, Bucha Bio’s team is dedicated to creating a completely biodegradable textile that enables the next generation of designers to create products for a more sustainable future. Our biomaterial is water-resistant, scratch-resistant, sunlight-resistant, flame-resistant, and so many more reasons to test it out in your next product.
Spintex
Seed Round in 2020
Spintex is focused on producing sustainable and cost-effective silk fibers through an innovative biomimetic spinning process inspired by spiders. The company utilizes alternative proteins and a water-based solution to significantly lower energy consumption in fiber production. Spintex's technology is designed to cater to various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and healthcare, by creating high-performance textiles suitable for advanced applications. Additionally, the company aims to incorporate recycling of pre-consumer waste streams, further enhancing its commitment to sustainability in the textile sector.
Bramble
Convertible Note in 2020
Bramble, LLC designs and manufactures outdoor gear, focusing on products such as daypacks and camp towels that cater to outdoor enthusiasts and environmental activists. Established in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, the company distributes its products through dealers, resellers, distributors, and its online store. Bramble is committed to environmental stewardship, contributing 5% of every purchase back to the iconic landscapes that inspire its products.
Huue
Seed Round in 2019
Huue is a company focused on providing sustainable dyeing solutions for the denim and textile industries, specifically through the use of bio-synthesized indigo dyes. By employing fermentation biotechnology, the company utilizes naturally occurring microorganisms to produce colors, which significantly reduces the reliance on toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production. This innovative approach not only enhances the environmental sustainability of the denim supply chain but also offers a greener alternative for fashion and textile manufacturers seeking to create eco-friendly products. Huue's commitment to harnessing renewable resources positions it as a leader in the movement towards more sustainable practices in the industry.
Smartex.ai
Seed Round in 2019
Smartex.ai is an AI and computer vision company that uses automated inspection to detect textile defects. It also uses cutting-edge AI tech in order to solve some of the biggest problems of an outdated yet so relevant sector which is the Textile Industry. Our company is bringing the most sophisticated state-of-the-art technologies of Machine Learning and Computer Vision in order to detect textile defects and irregularities in real-time, acting on the knitting machines as a way to reduce defective production to close to 0%. This high-tech solution is able to not only stop the production of defects during production, using hardware and software but also improve the business by offering a user interface where the factories can check their stats regarding the production.
unspun
Seed Round in 2019
Unspun, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development of a platform that creates customized jeans using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental concerns by reducing global carbon emissions through automated and localized manufacturing processes. Unspun’s innovative approach not only eliminates pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory but also allows for the production of jeans in under ten minutes in a zero-waste manner. Their technology is showcased through the unspun.io platform, which provides digital customization solutions for various apparel brands. With a mission to make fashion more sustainable, Unspun is positioned at the intersection of robotics and digital apparel, striving to transform the industry with its unique approach to on-demand manufacturing.
Huue
Seed Round in 2019
Huue is a company focused on providing sustainable dyeing solutions for the denim and textile industries, specifically through the use of bio-synthesized indigo dyes. By employing fermentation biotechnology, the company utilizes naturally occurring microorganisms to produce colors, which significantly reduces the reliance on toxic chemicals traditionally used in dye production. This innovative approach not only enhances the environmental sustainability of the denim supply chain but also offers a greener alternative for fashion and textile manufacturers seeking to create eco-friendly products. Huue's commitment to harnessing renewable resources positions it as a leader in the movement towards more sustainable practices in the industry.
Smartex.ai
Seed Round in 2019
Smartex.ai is an AI and computer vision company that uses automated inspection to detect textile defects. It also uses cutting-edge AI tech in order to solve some of the biggest problems of an outdated yet so relevant sector which is the Textile Industry. Our company is bringing the most sophisticated state-of-the-art technologies of Machine Learning and Computer Vision in order to detect textile defects and irregularities in real-time, acting on the knitting machines as a way to reduce defective production to close to 0%. This high-tech solution is able to not only stop the production of defects during production, using hardware and software but also improve the business by offering a user interface where the factories can check their stats regarding the production.
unspun
Seed Round in 2018
Unspun, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development of a platform that creates customized jeans using advanced body scanning technology, fit algorithms, and additive manufacturing. The company aims to address environmental concerns by reducing global carbon emissions through automated and localized manufacturing processes. Unspun’s innovative approach not only eliminates pattern-cutting waste and unsold inventory but also allows for the production of jeans in under ten minutes in a zero-waste manner. Their technology is showcased through the unspun.io platform, which provides digital customization solutions for various apparel brands. With a mission to make fashion more sustainable, Unspun is positioned at the intersection of robotics and digital apparel, striving to transform the industry with its unique approach to on-demand manufacturing.
Keel.Labs
Seed Round in 2017
Keel Labs is a biomaterials company focused on producing sustainable materials derived from renewable resources, specifically seaweed. The company addresses the ecological damage associated with the fashion industry by developing a platform for creating durable and rapidly degradable yarns from kelp. This innovative approach integrates scientific research and design with waste reduction in textile production, offering a viable alternative to conventional textiles for the footwear and apparel industries. By utilizing kelp, Keel Labs provides a functional and environmentally friendly resource that aims to mitigate the negative impacts of traditional material sourcing.
Electroloom
Convertible Note in 2016
Electroloom is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in 3D printing services for fabrics. Utilizing a unique manufacturing process known as Field Guided Fabrication, Electroloom is capable of producing lightweight, seamless fabrics on demand. This method closely resembles traditional 3D printing and enables the creation of customized apparel, particularly T-shirts and sweaters, as well as other fabric-based products such as tissue engineering scaffolds and filters. By focusing on the customization of fibrous articles of clothing, the company aims to meet the specific needs of the clothing industry, allowing for unique designs that enhance a stylist's collection.
Spira
Seed Round in 2016
Spira focuses on developing algae-based ingredients designed to replace petroleum and animal-derived compounds, promoting sustainability in various industries. The company specializes in creating food-safe dyes and other industrial ingredients, which are utilized across sectors such as beverages, cosmetics, textiles, and confectionery. By collaborating with a global network of farming partners, Spira aims to manufacture raw materials that contribute to carbon capture and wastewater management. Their efforts not only support the transition to more sustainable materials but also assist in improving the livelihoods of farmers in developing countries. Through its innovative products and services, Spira is committed to enhancing both human and planetary health.
Kniterate
Convertible Note in 2016
Kniterate is an affordable and compact digital knitting machine for your workshop. It turns your digital designs into knitted garments automatically. They’ve simplified the process of designing and making knitwear. Allowing you to go from an idea for a scarf, a beanie, a sweater or a dress into a design ready to be made within a few minutes. They love knitwear. It’s light and breathable, adapts to your body and unlike cut-and-sew, there is almost no waste, because the product is knitted to shape. They started Kniterate because they wanted to democratize clothing manufacturing. They want you to be able to explore knitting’s potential and locally make personalized goods for your customers, your loved ones and of course, for yourself. Until now this was only possible with industrial knitting machines, which cost upwards of $50,000, take a lot of space and require a technician to operate. They have re-imagined this industrial technology to deliver it to your space.
Kniterate
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Kniterate is an affordable and compact digital knitting machine for your workshop. It turns your digital designs into knitted garments automatically. They’ve simplified the process of designing and making knitwear. Allowing you to go from an idea for a scarf, a beanie, a sweater or a dress into a design ready to be made within a few minutes. They love knitwear. It’s light and breathable, adapts to your body and unlike cut-and-sew, there is almost no waste, because the product is knitted to shape. They started Kniterate because they wanted to democratize clothing manufacturing. They want you to be able to explore knitting’s potential and locally make personalized goods for your customers, your loved ones and of course, for yourself. Until now this was only possible with industrial knitting machines, which cost upwards of $50,000, take a lot of space and require a technician to operate. They have re-imagined this industrial technology to deliver it to your space.
Bioloom
Pre Seed Round in 2015
BioLoom is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in the production of bioengineered textiles designed to replace traditional cotton. The company focuses on creating next-generation performance bio-fabrics that are fully customizable, catering specifically to the needs of the fashion and industrial textile industries. By eliminating the dependence on cotton harvesting, BioLoom aims to provide a sustainable alternative that meets contemporary demands for both functionality and environmental responsibility.
Electroloom
Seed Round in 2015
Electroloom is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in 3D printing services for fabrics. Utilizing a unique manufacturing process known as Field Guided Fabrication, Electroloom is capable of producing lightweight, seamless fabrics on demand. This method closely resembles traditional 3D printing and enables the creation of customized apparel, particularly T-shirts and sweaters, as well as other fabric-based products such as tissue engineering scaffolds and filters. By focusing on the customization of fibrous articles of clothing, the company aims to meet the specific needs of the clothing industry, allowing for unique designs that enhance a stylist's collection.
Lennon Lines
Seed Round in 2012
Lennon Lines & Products is an engineering company which develops and manufactures a range of unique products including the Lennon All Weather Clothes Lines, Lennon Trampoline Wheels and the Lennon Easy Anchor. The business was the brain child of Noel Lennon from Latton, Co Monaghan.
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