Cottonwood Technology Fund

Cottonwood Technology Fund is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments, targeting disruptive technologies and innovative startups. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Los Alamos, New Mexico, the firm focuses on sectors such as healthcare, nanotechnology, robotics, advanced materials, and clean energy, among others. Cottonwood seeks to invest in startups primarily located in the Southwestern United States and Northern Europe, particularly in regions bordered by Phoenix, Denver, and Austin. The firm typically invests between $1 million and $3 million in its portfolio companies and prefers to secure a board seat to actively participate in the management and growth of these businesses. With additional offices in El Paso, Texas, Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Enschede, The Netherlands, Cottonwood aims to foster innovation and support high-tech, patent-based startups across its investment landscape.

Dave Blivin

Managing Director

David Blivin

Managing Partner

Patrick Claessen

Partner

Michael Jackson

Partner

Alain Loux

General Partner

Matthew Ongaro

Junior Partner

56 past transactions

Infinitum

Series D in 2022
Infinitum Electric Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the manufacture of electric motors and control products. Established in 2014, the company leverages its innovative printed circuit board (PCB) stator technology to produce lightweight, efficient, and durable electric motors. This technology positions Infinitum at the forefront of the motor industry, offering products that are not only cost-effective but also optimized for a variety of applications across multiple sectors. Infinitum Electric collaborates with global manufacturers and industrial original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to tailor its motor solutions to meet specific market needs. The company, previously known as Fanergies Inc., rebranded in December 2016 to reflect its focus on advanced motor technology.

BioFlyte

Series A in 2022
BioFlyte specializes in the development of advanced bio-threat detection devices aimed at safeguarding against biological and low-volatility chemical threats. The company's innovative aerosol mass spectrometers are capable of autonomously sampling ambient air in critical environments, while also allowing for the manual analysis of liquid or powder samples. These instruments can identify a range of threats, including microbes, bio-toxins, and airborne chemicals, providing timely alerts to users about potential dangers. BioFlyte's technologies are designed to enhance safety and security by enabling effective responses to bio-chemical risks.
SmartNanotubes Technologies is a start-up company's odor sensor works on the basis of nanotechnology.

mPower Technology

Series B in 2022
mPower Technology, Inc. is a manufacturer of interconnected meshes of miniature solar cells, focusing on innovative solar cell technology. Founded in 2014 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company aims to advance solar power solutions on a global scale. With a team of experienced technology innovators and industry veterans, mPower Technology is dedicated to shaping the future of solar energy through its cutting-edge products.

Circular Genomics

Seed Round in 2021
Circular Genomics is a biotechnology and genomics company that develops RNA-based diagnostic and therapeutic assays to facilitate the treatment of psychiatric and neurological diseases. The company was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Armonica

Series B in 2021
Armonica Technologies is an early-stage medtech company specializing in long-read DNA sequencing technology aimed at precision medicine applications. Named after Benjamin Franklin's Glass Armonica, the company has developed a proprietary platform that can sequence a complete human genome in minutes. This innovative technology utilizes nanochannels to guide single nucleic acid molecules through nanopores, allowing for optical readout through Raman spectroscopy. By overcoming the limitations of existing sequencing technologies, Armonica's platform offers life science researchers and clinicians a comprehensive understanding of the genome, including critical insights into all epigenetic modifications. The company holds a portfolio of patented and patent-pending technologies licensed from STC.UNM, positioning it at the forefront of advancements in genomic sequencing.

Infinitum

Series C in 2021
Infinitum Electric Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the manufacture of electric motors and control products. Established in 2014, the company leverages its innovative printed circuit board (PCB) stator technology to produce lightweight, efficient, and durable electric motors. This technology positions Infinitum at the forefront of the motor industry, offering products that are not only cost-effective but also optimized for a variety of applications across multiple sectors. Infinitum Electric collaborates with global manufacturers and industrial original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to tailor its motor solutions to meet specific market needs. The company, previously known as Fanergies Inc., rebranded in December 2016 to reflect its focus on advanced motor technology.

BayoTech

Series C in 2021
BayoTech, Inc. is a company that focuses on the development and manufacturing of hydrogen generation systems and reformers, including steam methane reformers. Established in 2015 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, BayoTech serves various sectors, including agriculture, fuel cells, and energy. The company emphasizes the production of hydrogen-based products designed to have a low carbon footprint, contributing to more sustainable practices in these industries.

BennuBio

Series B in 2020
BennuBio is developing instruments that can use the flow cytometry paradigm to analyze samples regardless of particle size or sample volume. The company is an emerging technology company delivering unique cell analysis systems. BennuBio was founded in 2018 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

mPower Technology

Series A in 2020
mPower Technology, Inc. is a manufacturer of interconnected meshes of miniature solar cells, focusing on innovative solar cell technology. Founded in 2014 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company aims to advance solar power solutions on a global scale. With a team of experienced technology innovators and industry veterans, mPower Technology is dedicated to shaping the future of solar energy through its cutting-edge products.

Infinitum

Series B in 2019
Infinitum Electric Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the manufacture of electric motors and control products. Established in 2014, the company leverages its innovative printed circuit board (PCB) stator technology to produce lightweight, efficient, and durable electric motors. This technology positions Infinitum at the forefront of the motor industry, offering products that are not only cost-effective but also optimized for a variety of applications across multiple sectors. Infinitum Electric collaborates with global manufacturers and industrial original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to tailor its motor solutions to meet specific market needs. The company, previously known as Fanergies Inc., rebranded in December 2016 to reflect its focus on advanced motor technology.

OPNT

Convertible Note in 2019
OPNT B.V. provides network-based solutions for optical positioning, navigation, and timing. Its products include a time distribution system that distributes frequency and timing through fiber-optical networks; and frequency distribution systems that can be delivered in the form of a retrofit solution for dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) networks. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

Infinitum

Series A in 2019
Infinitum Electric Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the manufacture of electric motors and control products. Established in 2014, the company leverages its innovative printed circuit board (PCB) stator technology to produce lightweight, efficient, and durable electric motors. This technology positions Infinitum at the forefront of the motor industry, offering products that are not only cost-effective but also optimized for a variety of applications across multiple sectors. Infinitum Electric collaborates with global manufacturers and industrial original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to tailor its motor solutions to meet specific market needs. The company, previously known as Fanergies Inc., rebranded in December 2016 to reflect its focus on advanced motor technology.

Sarcos Corp.

Series B in 2018
Sarcos is a wearable and teleoperated industrial robotics company that augments humans to enhance productivity and safety. Sarcos Robotics augments human performance by combining human intelligence, instinct, and judgment with the strength, endurance, and precision of machines to enhance employee safety and productivity. Leveraging more than 25 years of research and development, Sarcos’ mobile robotic systems, including the Guardian® S, Guardian® GT, and Guardian® XO®, are revolutionizing the future of work wherever physically demanding work is done. Formerly the robotics division of a major defense contractor, Sarcos is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, powered by an innovative team of entrepreneurs and engineers, and backed by Caterpillar, GE Ventures, Microsoft, and Schlumberger.

BennuBio

Series A in 2018
BennuBio is developing instruments that can use the flow cytometry paradigm to analyze samples regardless of particle size or sample volume. The company is an emerging technology company delivering unique cell analysis systems. BennuBio was founded in 2018 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Eurekite

Series A in 2018
Eurekite is a scientific and creative company with expertise in formulation chemistry, production technology, and composite development. The company was incorporated in May 2015 as a spin off from the university to further develop and commercialize the technology. The disruptive flexible ceramic technology attracted Cottonwood Technology Fund, a top performing early stage VC firm from U.S. Eurekite’s birthplace is the University of Twente, which is located in Enschede, The Netherlands. The Flexiramics® technology was developed at the Inorganic Materials Science Group (IMS) of MESA + Institute for Nanotechnology, under the supervision of Prof. Andre ten Elshof.

BayoTech

Series B in 2018
BayoTech, Inc. is a company that focuses on the development and manufacturing of hydrogen generation systems and reformers, including steam methane reformers. Established in 2015 and based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, BayoTech serves various sectors, including agriculture, fuel cells, and energy. The company emphasizes the production of hydrogen-based products designed to have a low carbon footprint, contributing to more sustainable practices in these industries.

RoBird

Series B in 2017
Clear Flight Solutions is a Dutch company combining expert knowledge of unmanned aerial vehicles with extensive expertise in the ecological domain. Whether the situation requires a robotic bird of prey or a stable multicopter, the Company provides a working solution. With the Robirds, flying on unique patented flapping wing technology, the Company offers unmatched effectiveness in the field of bird control. Clear Flight Solutions also offers unique platforms for wildlife observation and protection, safety and surveillance, and surveying and mapping. After winning the UVS International Innovation Award in 2011, the Company was founded in 2012 as a spin-off of the University of Twente. Clear Flight Solutions has obtained a $1.7 million investment from the Cottonwood Euro Technology Fund early 2015. The Company was elected Startup of the Year in the Twente region in 2015 and has recently been awarded with the euRobotics Technology Transfer Award, the ASME Young Technology Award, as well as the first ever EU Drone Award for best drone-based solution.

SoundEnergy

Venture Round in 2017
Sound Energy BV is established to develop and commercialise new technologies to reduce fossile energy consumption. Their main focus is SoundEnergy’s breaktrough innovation in Thermo Acoustic Technology for Zero CO2 climate control of buildings. They are a modern company in sustainability, integrating environmental concern, scientific knowledge and business mentality. The environment will benefit most from technologies that are good cause as well as good investment.

Armonica

Seed Round in 2017
Armonica Technologies is an early-stage medtech company specializing in long-read DNA sequencing technology aimed at precision medicine applications. Named after Benjamin Franklin's Glass Armonica, the company has developed a proprietary platform that can sequence a complete human genome in minutes. This innovative technology utilizes nanochannels to guide single nucleic acid molecules through nanopores, allowing for optical readout through Raman spectroscopy. By overcoming the limitations of existing sequencing technologies, Armonica's platform offers life science researchers and clinicians a comprehensive understanding of the genome, including critical insights into all epigenetic modifications. The company holds a portfolio of patented and patent-pending technologies licensed from STC.UNM, positioning it at the forefront of advancements in genomic sequencing.

OPNT

Convertible Note in 2017
OPNT B.V. provides network-based solutions for optical positioning, navigation, and timing. Its products include a time distribution system that distributes frequency and timing through fiber-optical networks; and frequency distribution systems that can be delivered in the form of a retrofit solution for dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) networks. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

TriLumina Corp.

Venture Round in 2017
TriLumina Corporation, founded in 2010 and located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializes in manufacturing semiconductor lasers, specifically vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs). The company focuses on providing advanced illumination solutions for 3D sensing and LiDAR applications across automotive, industrial, and mobile markets. TriLumina's patented VCSEL technology enables rapid development of innovative technologies, positioning its products as the preferred platform in the industry. Their solutions support a variety of applications, including augmented reality, virtual reality, 3D cameras, and autonomous vehicles, thereby contributing to the advancement of future technological developments.

Sarcos Corp.

Venture Round in 2016
Sarcos is a wearable and teleoperated industrial robotics company that augments humans to enhance productivity and safety. Sarcos Robotics augments human performance by combining human intelligence, instinct, and judgment with the strength, endurance, and precision of machines to enhance employee safety and productivity. Leveraging more than 25 years of research and development, Sarcos’ mobile robotic systems, including the Guardian® S, Guardian® GT, and Guardian® XO®, are revolutionizing the future of work wherever physically demanding work is done. Formerly the robotics division of a major defense contractor, Sarcos is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, powered by an innovative team of entrepreneurs and engineers, and backed by Caterpillar, GE Ventures, Microsoft, and Schlumberger.

OPNT

Series A in 2015
OPNT B.V. provides network-based solutions for optical positioning, navigation, and timing. Its products include a time distribution system that distributes frequency and timing through fiber-optical networks; and frequency distribution systems that can be delivered in the form of a retrofit solution for dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) networks. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

Eurekite

Seed Round in 2015
Eurekite is a scientific and creative company with expertise in formulation chemistry, production technology, and composite development. The company was incorporated in May 2015 as a spin off from the university to further develop and commercialize the technology. The disruptive flexible ceramic technology attracted Cottonwood Technology Fund, a top performing early stage VC firm from U.S. Eurekite’s birthplace is the University of Twente, which is located in Enschede, The Netherlands. The Flexiramics® technology was developed at the Inorganic Materials Science Group (IMS) of MESA + Institute for Nanotechnology, under the supervision of Prof. Andre ten Elshof.

RoBird

Series A in 2015
Clear Flight Solutions is a Dutch company combining expert knowledge of unmanned aerial vehicles with extensive expertise in the ecological domain. Whether the situation requires a robotic bird of prey or a stable multicopter, the Company provides a working solution. With the Robirds, flying on unique patented flapping wing technology, the Company offers unmatched effectiveness in the field of bird control. Clear Flight Solutions also offers unique platforms for wildlife observation and protection, safety and surveillance, and surveying and mapping. After winning the UVS International Innovation Award in 2011, the Company was founded in 2012 as a spin-off of the University of Twente. Clear Flight Solutions has obtained a $1.7 million investment from the Cottonwood Euro Technology Fund early 2015. The Company was elected Startup of the Year in the Twente region in 2015 and has recently been awarded with the euRobotics Technology Transfer Award, the ASME Young Technology Award, as well as the first ever EU Drone Award for best drone-based solution.

Masterson Industries

Series A in 2015
Masterson Industries, LLC, established in 2012 and located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializes in the development and manufacturing of microgravity-enabled and semiconductor materials, including gallium nitride. The company has built a substantial portfolio of intellectual property and recently expanded its operations into a new production facility. Masterson Industries produces specialty materials that cater to various sectors, including defense, medical devices, electronics, and telecommunications. With a newly appointed sales and marketing team focused on these industries, the company is poised for commercial expansion and is currently preparing for a commercialization demonstration.

Raptor Products

Series A in 2015
Raptor Products Inc. combines versatility, gun security and safety with display and accessibility for gun owners. Our line of highly durable mounting and display products help gun owners interested in home self-defense, tactical teams, law enforcement, shooters, and gun store owners secure their firearms in an innovative way.

Skorpios Technologies

Series D in 2015
Skorpios Technologies, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, develops and markets silicon photonic integrated circuit (IC) products. The company offers 100G-CWDM system-on-chip fully integrated opto-electronic S-roC receiver ICs and S-toC transmitter ICs. It also provides Skorpios’ Template Assisted Bonding, a platform to address various applications that include high-speed video, data, and voice communications for networking and cloud computing, storage, wireless, and cable TV; and Skorpios optical ASICs that are constructed from a set of photonic and electrical macrocell building blocks. The company serves to aerospace and defense, bioelectronics, and communications sectors. Skorpios Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2009 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

TriLumina Corp.

Series B in 2015
TriLumina Corporation, founded in 2010 and located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializes in manufacturing semiconductor lasers, specifically vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs). The company focuses on providing advanced illumination solutions for 3D sensing and LiDAR applications across automotive, industrial, and mobile markets. TriLumina's patented VCSEL technology enables rapid development of innovative technologies, positioning its products as the preferred platform in the industry. Their solutions support a variety of applications, including augmented reality, virtual reality, 3D cameras, and autonomous vehicles, thereby contributing to the advancement of future technological developments.

Respira Therapeutics

Convertible Note in 2015
Respira Therapeutics, Inc. operates as a drug development company that focuses on pulmonary delivery of therapeutics for respiratory diseases. It develops and commercializes technology for passive dry powder inhalers for lung delivery and therapy. Respira Therapeutics, Inc. has a strategic collaboration with United Therapeutics Corporation. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Respira Therapeutics

Convertible Note in 2014
Respira Therapeutics, Inc. operates as a drug development company that focuses on pulmonary delivery of therapeutics for respiratory diseases. It develops and commercializes technology for passive dry powder inhalers for lung delivery and therapy. Respira Therapeutics, Inc. has a strategic collaboration with United Therapeutics Corporation. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Exagen

Debt Financing in 2014
Exagen is a patient focused, discovery-driven life science company that addresses the unmet need for the accurate diagnosis and monitors patients affected by autoimmune rheumatic diseases. The company also provides AVISE tests that are specifically designed to provide objective information to physicians and patients for more accurate, efficient diagnosis, and better disease management. Exagen was established in 2002 and is headquartered in Vista, California.

xF Technologies

Debt Financing in 2014
XF Technologies is a technology company that recycles renewable waste biomass into valuable products such as fuel, additives, petrochemical replacements, and specialty chemicals. Its molecular platform belongs to a family of chemicals called furaotes or simply 408s that provide similar or superior performance to the ingredients they intend to replace. In some cases, 408s can replace multiple ingredients in a formulation leading to significant cost savings. In other applications cost savings is a result of the total cost of ownership of the final product due to its improved environmental health and safety (EHS) rating. XF Technologies was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

TriLumina Corp.

Series A in 2014
TriLumina Corporation, founded in 2010 and located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializes in manufacturing semiconductor lasers, specifically vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs). The company focuses on providing advanced illumination solutions for 3D sensing and LiDAR applications across automotive, industrial, and mobile markets. TriLumina's patented VCSEL technology enables rapid development of innovative technologies, positioning its products as the preferred platform in the industry. Their solutions support a variety of applications, including augmented reality, virtual reality, 3D cameras, and autonomous vehicles, thereby contributing to the advancement of future technological developments.

xF Technologies

Series A in 2014
XF Technologies is a technology company that recycles renewable waste biomass into valuable products such as fuel, additives, petrochemical replacements, and specialty chemicals. Its molecular platform belongs to a family of chemicals called furaotes or simply 408s that provide similar or superior performance to the ingredients they intend to replace. In some cases, 408s can replace multiple ingredients in a formulation leading to significant cost savings. In other applications cost savings is a result of the total cost of ownership of the final product due to its improved environmental health and safety (EHS) rating. XF Technologies was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Skorpios Technologies

Series C in 2013
Skorpios Technologies, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, develops and markets silicon photonic integrated circuit (IC) products. The company offers 100G-CWDM system-on-chip fully integrated opto-electronic S-roC receiver ICs and S-toC transmitter ICs. It also provides Skorpios’ Template Assisted Bonding, a platform to address various applications that include high-speed video, data, and voice communications for networking and cloud computing, storage, wireless, and cable TV; and Skorpios optical ASICs that are constructed from a set of photonic and electrical macrocell building blocks. The company serves to aerospace and defense, bioelectronics, and communications sectors. Skorpios Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2009 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Exagen

Debt Financing in 2013
Exagen is a patient focused, discovery-driven life science company that addresses the unmet need for the accurate diagnosis and monitors patients affected by autoimmune rheumatic diseases. The company also provides AVISE tests that are specifically designed to provide objective information to physicians and patients for more accurate, efficient diagnosis, and better disease management. Exagen was established in 2002 and is headquartered in Vista, California.

Respira Therapeutics

Series A in 2013
Respira Therapeutics, Inc. operates as a drug development company that focuses on pulmonary delivery of therapeutics for respiratory diseases. It develops and commercializes technology for passive dry powder inhalers for lung delivery and therapy. Respira Therapeutics, Inc. has a strategic collaboration with United Therapeutics Corporation. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Masterson Industries

Series A in 2013
Masterson Industries, LLC, established in 2012 and located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializes in the development and manufacturing of microgravity-enabled and semiconductor materials, including gallium nitride. The company has built a substantial portfolio of intellectual property and recently expanded its operations into a new production facility. Masterson Industries produces specialty materials that cater to various sectors, including defense, medical devices, electronics, and telecommunications. With a newly appointed sales and marketing team focused on these industries, the company is poised for commercial expansion and is currently preparing for a commercialization demonstration.

xF Technologies

Series A in 2013
XF Technologies is a technology company that recycles renewable waste biomass into valuable products such as fuel, additives, petrochemical replacements, and specialty chemicals. Its molecular platform belongs to a family of chemicals called furaotes or simply 408s that provide similar or superior performance to the ingredients they intend to replace. In some cases, 408s can replace multiple ingredients in a formulation leading to significant cost savings. In other applications cost savings is a result of the total cost of ownership of the final product due to its improved environmental health and safety (EHS) rating. XF Technologies was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

VeriTran

Seed Round in 2013
VeriTran Inc. is a company based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializing in the development of infinitely variable transmissions and powertrains. The company offers compact belted drives designed for adjustable and variable speed applications, catering to electric motors and a range of vehicles with small to large horsepower. Its products serve various sectors, including electric motor variable speed drives, engine-driven generators, small wind turbines, and automotive transmissions. Founded by the inventors of its patented technology, VeriTran has established a strategic partnership with TEAM Technologies Inc. since its incorporation in 1998.

FibeRio

Series C in 2013
FibeRio Technology Corporation is transforming the materials market through the unlimited availability of nanofibers. It is supplying the equipment and processes that are meeting these demands. Utilizing rapid response manufacturing methodologies, the company is quickly developing and delivering Forcespinning technology to the market while producing the highest quality and most cost-effective equipment.

TriLumina Corp.

Series A in 2013
TriLumina Corporation, founded in 2010 and located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializes in manufacturing semiconductor lasers, specifically vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs). The company focuses on providing advanced illumination solutions for 3D sensing and LiDAR applications across automotive, industrial, and mobile markets. TriLumina's patented VCSEL technology enables rapid development of innovative technologies, positioning its products as the preferred platform in the industry. Their solutions support a variety of applications, including augmented reality, virtual reality, 3D cameras, and autonomous vehicles, thereby contributing to the advancement of future technological developments.

Exagen

Series C in 2012
Exagen is a patient focused, discovery-driven life science company that addresses the unmet need for the accurate diagnosis and monitors patients affected by autoimmune rheumatic diseases. The company also provides AVISE tests that are specifically designed to provide objective information to physicians and patients for more accurate, efficient diagnosis, and better disease management. Exagen was established in 2002 and is headquartered in Vista, California.

xF Technologies

Series A in 2012
XF Technologies is a technology company that recycles renewable waste biomass into valuable products such as fuel, additives, petrochemical replacements, and specialty chemicals. Its molecular platform belongs to a family of chemicals called furaotes or simply 408s that provide similar or superior performance to the ingredients they intend to replace. In some cases, 408s can replace multiple ingredients in a formulation leading to significant cost savings. In other applications cost savings is a result of the total cost of ownership of the final product due to its improved environmental health and safety (EHS) rating. XF Technologies was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

InView Technology

Series A in 2012
InView Technology Corporation develops and manufactures compressive sensing-based imaging and hyperspectral imaging products. The company offers CompressView software that helps to manage the setup, capture, and post-process and reconstruction of the captured data; SWIR cameras; and controllable spatial light modulator system. Its applications include microscopy and life sciences, military and surveillance, maritime, and compressive sensing. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Austin, Texas.

Exagen

Venture Round in 2012
Exagen is a patient focused, discovery-driven life science company that addresses the unmet need for the accurate diagnosis and monitors patients affected by autoimmune rheumatic diseases. The company also provides AVISE tests that are specifically designed to provide objective information to physicians and patients for more accurate, efficient diagnosis, and better disease management. Exagen was established in 2002 and is headquartered in Vista, California.

Exagen

Venture Round in 2011
Exagen is a patient focused, discovery-driven life science company that addresses the unmet need for the accurate diagnosis and monitors patients affected by autoimmune rheumatic diseases. The company also provides AVISE tests that are specifically designed to provide objective information to physicians and patients for more accurate, efficient diagnosis, and better disease management. Exagen was established in 2002 and is headquartered in Vista, California.

Skorpios Technologies

Series B in 2011
Skorpios Technologies, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company, develops and markets silicon photonic integrated circuit (IC) products. The company offers 100G-CWDM system-on-chip fully integrated opto-electronic S-roC receiver ICs and S-toC transmitter ICs. It also provides Skorpios’ Template Assisted Bonding, a platform to address various applications that include high-speed video, data, and voice communications for networking and cloud computing, storage, wireless, and cable TV; and Skorpios optical ASICs that are constructed from a set of photonic and electrical macrocell building blocks. The company serves to aerospace and defense, bioelectronics, and communications sectors. Skorpios Technologies, Inc. was founded in 2009 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

FibeRio

Series B in 2011
FibeRio Technology Corporation is transforming the materials market through the unlimited availability of nanofibers. It is supplying the equipment and processes that are meeting these demands. Utilizing rapid response manufacturing methodologies, the company is quickly developing and delivering Forcespinning technology to the market while producing the highest quality and most cost-effective equipment.

Exagen

Venture Round in 2011
Exagen is a patient focused, discovery-driven life science company that addresses the unmet need for the accurate diagnosis and monitors patients affected by autoimmune rheumatic diseases. The company also provides AVISE tests that are specifically designed to provide objective information to physicians and patients for more accurate, efficient diagnosis, and better disease management. Exagen was established in 2002 and is headquartered in Vista, California.

Exagen

Venture Round in 2011
Exagen is a patient focused, discovery-driven life science company that addresses the unmet need for the accurate diagnosis and monitors patients affected by autoimmune rheumatic diseases. The company also provides AVISE tests that are specifically designed to provide objective information to physicians and patients for more accurate, efficient diagnosis, and better disease management. Exagen was established in 2002 and is headquartered in Vista, California.

Respira Therapeutics

Series A in 2010
Respira Therapeutics, Inc. operates as a drug development company that focuses on pulmonary delivery of therapeutics for respiratory diseases. It develops and commercializes technology for passive dry powder inhalers for lung delivery and therapy. Respira Therapeutics, Inc. has a strategic collaboration with United Therapeutics Corporation. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

FibeRio

Series A in 2010
FibeRio Technology Corporation is transforming the materials market through the unlimited availability of nanofibers. It is supplying the equipment and processes that are meeting these demands. Utilizing rapid response manufacturing methodologies, the company is quickly developing and delivering Forcespinning technology to the market while producing the highest quality and most cost-effective equipment.