SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.

Audrey Chen

Investor Relations Manager

Daniel Eichner

Partner

Sheng Ge

Partner

Benjamin Joffe

Partner

Kelly Kirkpatrick

Director of Investor Relations

Vivian Law

Senior Associate

Steve McCann

Chief Financial Officer & General Partner

Sean O'Sullivan

Founder & Managing General Partner

Duncan Turner

General Partner

Qiyu Wu

Operations Director

Past deals in Metals and Mining

Minus Materials

Convertible Note in 2022
Minus Materials uses microalgae to produce CO2-storing biominerals for the cement and concrete industry. The company was founded to support sustainability and innovation in cement and concrete manufacturing.

RockMass Technologies

Seed Round in 2021
RockMass Technologies is revolutionizing structural mapping by developing a data collection tool made for geologists. The company creates data collection more efficient, accurate and safe for geologists in mining, exploration, civil engineering and education. At RockMass, our goal is to improve geological mapping in the mining, civil engineering, and exploration industries with our revolutionary mapping technologies.

RockMass Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
RockMass Technologies is revolutionizing structural mapping by developing a data collection tool made for geologists. The company creates data collection more efficient, accurate and safe for geologists in mining, exploration, civil engineering and education. At RockMass, our goal is to improve geological mapping in the mining, civil engineering, and exploration industries with our revolutionary mapping technologies.

Motion Metrics

Convertible Note in 2020
Motion Metrics is a Canadian technology company specializing in artificial intelligence and computer vision solutions for the mining industry. The company focuses on enhancing mine safety, productivity, and energy efficiency through advanced technologies. Its product offerings include missing tooth detection for shovels and loaders, tooth wear and payload monitoring for shovels, boulder detection for haul trucks, and particle size analysis applicable to various mining equipment. Motion Metrics' innovative solutions have been implemented in over 60 mines across six continents, earning the trust of some of the largest mining companies globally. With offices in Canada, Chile, South Africa, Australia, and Russia, Motion Metrics ensures prompt, localized support for its clientele.

RockMass Technologies

Convertible Note in 2020
RockMass Technologies is revolutionizing structural mapping by developing a data collection tool made for geologists. The company creates data collection more efficient, accurate and safe for geologists in mining, exploration, civil engineering and education. At RockMass, our goal is to improve geological mapping in the mining, civil engineering, and exploration industries with our revolutionary mapping technologies.

RockMass Technologies

Convertible Note in 2019
RockMass Technologies is revolutionizing structural mapping by developing a data collection tool made for geologists. The company creates data collection more efficient, accurate and safe for geologists in mining, exploration, civil engineering and education. At RockMass, our goal is to improve geological mapping in the mining, civil engineering, and exploration industries with our revolutionary mapping technologies.

RockMass Technologies

Convertible Note in 2018
RockMass Technologies is revolutionizing structural mapping by developing a data collection tool made for geologists. The company creates data collection more efficient, accurate and safe for geologists in mining, exploration, civil engineering and education. At RockMass, our goal is to improve geological mapping in the mining, civil engineering, and exploration industries with our revolutionary mapping technologies.

RockMass Technologies

Seed Round in 2017
RockMass Technologies is revolutionizing structural mapping by developing a data collection tool made for geologists. The company creates data collection more efficient, accurate and safe for geologists in mining, exploration, civil engineering and education. At RockMass, our goal is to improve geological mapping in the mining, civil engineering, and exploration industries with our revolutionary mapping technologies.

UBA Biologix

Seed Round in 2017
UBA Biologix specializes in developing advanced water treatment systems that utilize biological processes to effectively break down and remove contaminants from mining and industrial wastewater. The company is contracted by notable mining firms, including Anglo American, to address toxic chemicals such as sulfates and selenium in effluent, transforming these harmful substances into valuable, marketable products. Initially focused on reducing sulfate levels in mine wastewater in South Africa, UBA Biologix has expanded its services to offer customized solutions for a variety of water contaminants on a global scale, particularly in the coal, gold, and platinum mining sectors. Through its organic bioremediation systems, UBA Biologix aims to promote environmental sustainability while meeting the specific needs of its clients.