VYNE Therapeutics
Series A in 2015
VYNE Therapeutics Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for dermatological conditions. It offers AMZEEQ, a topical minocycline treatment for non-nodular moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris in patients aged 9 and older. The company is advancing its pipeline with FMX103, currently in Phase III clinical trials for moderate-to-severe papulopustular rosacea in adults, and FCD105, a topical combination foam under investigation in Phase II trials for moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris. Additionally, VYNE is developing Serlopitant, an oral NK1 receptor antagonist aimed at addressing pruritus associated with prurigo nodularis, as well as exploring therapies for other immuno-inflammatory conditions. Formerly known as Menlo Therapeutics Inc., the company rebranded in September 2020 and is headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey.
Cnano Technology Limited specializes in the development and manufacturing of carbon nanotubes and conductive pastes. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company has advanced research and manufacturing facilities in Beijing, China. Its products find applications across various industries, including energy, automotive, aerospace, and electronics. In the energy sector, Cnano's carbon nanotubes are utilized in batteries, super-capacitors, and fuel cells. The automotive industry benefits from their use in electrostatic paintable polymers and fuel system components. Additionally, Cnano's technology serves structural composites in sporting goods and aerospace, as well as transparent conductive coatings and components in electronics. The company has established a large-scale production technology for carbon nanotubes, leveraging exclusive licensing from Tsinghua University alongside its own innovations.
Jobvite is a developer of a recruitment platform and talent acquisition suite designed to assist companies in attracting, engaging, hiring, onboarding, and promoting talent essential for achieving business objectives. The company's candidate-centric recruiting model focuses on providing meaningful experiences for candidates throughout the hiring process, from initial contact to their first day. Jobvite integrates automation and intelligence into its recruitment applications, enhancing recruiting speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This innovative approach enables organizations of various sizes and industries to leverage real-time recruiting intelligence and adapt to the evolving demands of the job market.
Sorbent Therapeutics
Series D in 2014
Sorbent Therapeutics, Inc. develops treatment for end stage renal disease patients undergoing dialysis. The company develops fluid retaining polymers for therapeutic uses, such as treatment of kidney diseases. Sorbent Therapeutics, Inc. was founded in 2005 and is based in Vernon Hills, Illinois.
Arcadia Biosciences
Series D in 2014
Arcadia Biosciences, Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Davis, California, focusing on the development of crop productivity traits primarily in hemp, wheat, and soybean. Established in 2002, the company employs advanced screening, breeding, and biotechnology techniques to create products that enhance farm economics and improve the value of crops as food ingredients, health and wellness products, and for industrial applications. Its product lineup includes GoodHemp, a range of non-GMO hemp seed varieties aimed at genetic improvement; GoodWheat, which transforms wheat into a functional food; and a drought and herbicide-tolerant soybean trait known as HB4. Additionally, Arcadia Biosciences produces plant-based food and beverage products, including high-fiber pasta and coconut water, thereby catering to consumer demands while promoting environmental sustainability. The company operates in diverse markets, including the United States, Canada, Africa, and India, and collaborates with several industry partners to advance its initiatives.
Neos Therapeutics
Series C in 2014
Neos Therapeutics, Inc. is a pharmaceutical company based in Grand Prairie, Texas, focused on the development, manufacture, and commercialization of products for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Utilizing its proprietary drug delivery technology platform, Neos produces extended-release medications in various forms, including orally disintegrating tablets and liquid suspensions. Its product lineup features Adzenys XR-ODT and Adzenys ER, both amphetamine-based treatments, and Cotempla XR-ODT, a methylphenidate formulation, all designed to address ADHD symptoms. Additionally, the company markets generic Tussionex, a hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine polistirex oral suspension for cough relief. Neos is also developing NT0502, a clinical-stage candidate aimed at treating chronic sialorrhea associated with certain neurological conditions. The company operates primarily in the United States and is committed to creating high-quality products that meet significant medical needs.
Auspex Pharmaceuticals
Series E in 2014
Auspex Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for orphan diseases, particularly those involving involuntary movement disorders. The company’s pipeline features product candidates aimed at addressing significant unmet medical needs, including hyperkinetic movement disorders such as chorea associated with Huntington’s disease, tardive dyskinesia, and Tourette syndrome. Auspex Pharmaceuticals specializes in creating deuterated analogs of clinically-validated drugs, enhancing existing therapies across various therapeutic areas, including respiratory disease and inflammation. Through its focused approach, the company seeks to provide effective treatment options for patients suffering from these challenging conditions.
MediaSpike
Series A in 2013
MediaSpike, Inc. operates an online platform specializing in in-game product placement, primarily targeting social and mobile games. Founded in 2011 and based in Mountain View, California, the company serves as a monetization solution for both brands and game developers. Through its user-friendly dashboard, brands can search for suitable advertising placements based on specific criteria, while developers can integrate MediaSpike's SDKs to manage placements effectively. The process involves selecting available placements, uploading assets, and submitting them for developer approval. MediaSpike also provides analytics for live placements, enabling brands to track performance and engagement in real-time. The platform supports a range of applications, including virtual reality content, allowing for diverse advertising opportunities across popular games on iOS and Android platforms.
Mojo Networks
Series D in 2013
Mojo Networks, Inc. is a provider of cloud-managed WiFi solutions for enterprises globally, specializing in advanced wireless network technologies. Founded in 2002 and based in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive suite of products designed to enhance network management and security. Key offerings include the Mojo Wireless Manager for network deployment and management, Mojo Guest Manager for guest authentication via various plugins, and Mojo AirTight, which provides wireless intrusion prevention. The platform also features Mojo Navigator for automated network design and monitoring, Mojo Aware for leveraging cloud and big data, and Mojo Canvas for creating interactive guest network pages. Additionally, Mojo Networks supports mobile-optimized setup through Mojo Nano and offers tools for packet analysis and API access. Serving diverse sectors such as education, government, finance, and hospitality, Mojo Networks aims to simplify and secure wireless connectivity, ensuring reliable and seamless user experiences. As of August 2018, Mojo Networks operates as a subsidiary of Arista Networks, Inc.
Spitfire Pharma
Venture Round in 2013
Spitfire Pharma, Inc. offers drug development and research services to improve the pharmaceutical properties of peptide drugs. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in South San Francisco, California.
RSI (Reel Solar Inc)
Seed Round in 2013
RSI provides technology, tools, materials and know-how to the leaders in photovoltaic manufacturing. The company has developed a proprietary process for Rapid Efficient Electroplating on Large-areas (REEL). RSI works with regional manufacturing partners to deliver the lowest cost locally manufactured photovoltaic modules. The company was founded in 2009 by a team of capital equipment veterans based in Silicon Valley, California. Co-investors include CalCEF Angel Fund, CMEA, Mayfield Fund, Nth Power, and Pangaea Ventures.
Auspex Pharmaceuticals
Series D in 2012
Auspex Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for orphan diseases, particularly those involving involuntary movement disorders. The company’s pipeline features product candidates aimed at addressing significant unmet medical needs, including hyperkinetic movement disorders such as chorea associated with Huntington’s disease, tardive dyskinesia, and Tourette syndrome. Auspex Pharmaceuticals specializes in creating deuterated analogs of clinically-validated drugs, enhancing existing therapies across various therapeutic areas, including respiratory disease and inflammation. Through its focused approach, the company seeks to provide effective treatment options for patients suffering from these challenging conditions.
MediaSpike
Seed Round in 2012
MediaSpike, Inc. operates an online platform specializing in in-game product placement, primarily targeting social and mobile games. Founded in 2011 and based in Mountain View, California, the company serves as a monetization solution for both brands and game developers. Through its user-friendly dashboard, brands can search for suitable advertising placements based on specific criteria, while developers can integrate MediaSpike's SDKs to manage placements effectively. The process involves selecting available placements, uploading assets, and submitting them for developer approval. MediaSpike also provides analytics for live placements, enabling brands to track performance and engagement in real-time. The platform supports a range of applications, including virtual reality content, allowing for diverse advertising opportunities across popular games on iOS and Android platforms.
WorkingPoint
Venture Round in 2012
WorkingPoint is a developer of an online business management software tailored for small to mid-size companies and sole proprietorships. The platform offers an integrated solution that encompasses essential business functions, including accounting, invoicing, expense management, financial reporting, tax reporting, customer relationship management, and inventory management. Designed to be user-friendly and web-based, WorkingPoint aims to streamline operations and enhance efficiency, ultimately saving time and reducing costs for its clients.
Luminate, founded in 2008 and previously known as Pixazza, is a company that specializes in creating interactive image technology. Based in Mountain View, California, Luminate offers a pioneering platform that transforms static images on the web into engaging, interactive content. This platform utilizes a combination of Internet and crowdsourcing technologies to provide users with relevant information and enhance their online experiences, attracting over 150 million users and generating approximately 30 billion image views annually. In addition to its technological innovations, the organization operates as a global philanthropic entity that supports efforts to foster just and fair societies by empowering individuals and institutions. Luminate focuses on four interconnected areas crucial for societal resilience: Civic Empowerment, Data and Digital Rights, Financial Transparency, and Independent Media.
Bionic Panda Games
Seed Round in 2012
Bionic Panda Games, Inc. is a mobile game development company based in San Francisco, California, established in 2010. Specializing in Android-focused social games, Bionic Panda Games has built a team with extensive expertise in mobile and social game development. The company's debut title, Aqua Pets, is currently available on the Android Market, marking its entry into the competitive mobile gaming landscape. Through its innovative approach to game design, Bionic Panda Games aims to engage users in interactive social experiences.
Graffiti Labs
Seed Round in 2011
Graffiti Labs, Inc., established in 2007 and headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, specializes in developing browser-based games focused on creating virtual drawings. The company's offerings include a popular Facebook application that enables users to draw for one another, fostering a creative and interactive online community.
Zaarly, Inc. is an online marketplace that connects small business owners specializing in customer services with homeowners seeking assistance. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Zaarly operates primarily in Denver, Minneapolis, Kansas City, and Northern Virginia. The platform is designed to facilitate home-maintenance jobs and projects, offering features such as selection, communication, scheduling, payment, and reviews. By focusing on a proximity-based, real-time marketplace, Zaarly aims to create a buyer-driven environment that enhances the experience for both service providers and consumers.
Contour Energy
Series C in 2011
Contour Energy is a company of portable power that commercializes customizable battery technologies for a wide range of cross-industry applications. It designs its next-generation battery systems to deliver unprecedented improvements in energy and power density, and are capable of performing in extreme operating conditions at significantly improved costs. Founded through the collaboration of Caltech and CNRS, the French National Center for Scientific Research, It combines expertise in nano-materials science, patented fluorine-based battery chemistries and manufacturing processes to significantly advance the state of portable power. With its headquarters in Azusa in California, a team of battery industry leaders from Caltech, Energizer, General Electric, Hewlett-Packard, Sanyo and Valence Technologies manages it. Private entrepreneurs hold it.
Blekko
Venture Round in 2011
Blekko is a search company established in 2007 by Rich Skrenta and a team that includes members from Topix and Netscape's Open Directory. The company specializes in offering a web search engine and a mobile application, as well as a social news platform designed to filter search results. Blekko allows users to search for content based on specific categories relevant to their queries, differentiating itself in the competitive search engine market. The company has attracted investment from Baseline Ventures and several former Google employees, highlighting its innovative approach to enhancing online search experiences.
Beautylish
Angel Round in 2011
Beautylish, Inc. is an online retailer based in San Francisco, California, specializing in beauty care products. Founded in 2010, the company offers a wide range of items, including makeup, skincare, hair care, fragrance, and beauty tools. Beautylish serves as a platform for users to discover, discuss, and learn about various beauty products, providing tutorials, tips, and reviews to enhance the shopping experience. The company fosters a diverse and positive community, encouraging respectful conversations about beauty and personal preferences. Through its innovative approach, Beautylish aims to improve how consumers engage with beauty products and brands.
Ardelyx, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Fremont, California, specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative oral therapeutics for cardiorenal diseases. Founded in 2007, Ardelyx focuses on addressing significant unmet medical needs with its proprietary drug discovery platform. The company's lead product candidate, tenapanor, has completed Phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation and is also being evaluated for hyperphosphatemia in end-stage renal disease patients on dialysis. In addition, Ardelyx is advancing RDX013, a potassium secretagogue aimed at treating hyperkalemia, and other candidates including RDX002, a phosphate transport inhibitor for chronic kidney disease, and RDX009, an agonist for type 2 diabetes, which are currently in preclinical development. Ardelyx's approach emphasizes the creation of minimally absorbed medications that target specific receptors and transporters, thereby reducing the risk of systemic side effects.
Danotek Motion Technologies
Series B in 2011
Danotek Motion Technologies Inc, founded in 2001, in Ann Arbor, Michigan is an ISO 9001:2000 certified technology innovator. Danotek develops clean, energy efficient, generators, electrical conversion systems, brushless motors and electronics controls for alternative energy and advanced transportation applications. Danotek has developed a number of patent-pending innovative products that include variable speed permanent magnet (PM) generators and brushless motors with integrated electronics for wind power, fuel cell, CHP, auxiliary power and electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Their designs represent industry leadership and are expected to replace inefficient and unreliable systems with added extensive control features.
Sorbent Therapeutics
Series B in 2011
Sorbent Therapeutics, Inc. develops treatment for end stage renal disease patients undergoing dialysis. The company develops fluid retaining polymers for therapeutic uses, such as treatment of kidney diseases. Sorbent Therapeutics, Inc. was founded in 2005 and is based in Vernon Hills, Illinois.
Jobvite is a developer of a recruitment platform and talent acquisition suite designed to assist companies in attracting, engaging, hiring, onboarding, and promoting talent essential for achieving business objectives. The company's candidate-centric recruiting model focuses on providing meaningful experiences for candidates throughout the hiring process, from initial contact to their first day. Jobvite integrates automation and intelligence into its recruitment applications, enhancing recruiting speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This innovative approach enables organizations of various sizes and industries to leverage real-time recruiting intelligence and adapt to the evolving demands of the job market.
Multigig, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Scotts Valley, California, specializing in high-performance analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. Founded in 2003, the company designs and manufactures innovative clock and timing solutions aimed at the wired and wireless communications markets. Multigig's product offerings include precision synthesizers, crystal oscillators, and zero delay buffers, which deliver ultra-low jitter and phase noise reference clock signals for various applications, such as Gigabit Ethernet, SONET/SDH, Fibre Channel, and other high-speed networking and storage systems. The company's proprietary RotaryWave technology enhances its ability to address significant system-level timing challenges while promoting energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness. As of 2012, Multigig operates as a subsidiary of Analog Devices, Inc.
Auspex Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2010
Auspex Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for orphan diseases, particularly those involving involuntary movement disorders. The company’s pipeline features product candidates aimed at addressing significant unmet medical needs, including hyperkinetic movement disorders such as chorea associated with Huntington’s disease, tardive dyskinesia, and Tourette syndrome. Auspex Pharmaceuticals specializes in creating deuterated analogs of clinically-validated drugs, enhancing existing therapies across various therapeutic areas, including respiratory disease and inflammation. Through its focused approach, the company seeks to provide effective treatment options for patients suffering from these challenging conditions.
Sorbent Therapeutics
Series B in 2010
Sorbent Therapeutics, Inc. develops treatment for end stage renal disease patients undergoing dialysis. The company develops fluid retaining polymers for therapeutic uses, such as treatment of kidney diseases. Sorbent Therapeutics, Inc. was founded in 2005 and is based in Vernon Hills, Illinois.
Luminate, founded in 2008 and previously known as Pixazza, is a company that specializes in creating interactive image technology. Based in Mountain View, California, Luminate offers a pioneering platform that transforms static images on the web into engaging, interactive content. This platform utilizes a combination of Internet and crowdsourcing technologies to provide users with relevant information and enhance their online experiences, attracting over 150 million users and generating approximately 30 billion image views annually. In addition to its technological innovations, the organization operates as a global philanthropic entity that supports efforts to foster just and fair societies by empowering individuals and institutions. Luminate focuses on four interconnected areas crucial for societal resilience: Civic Empowerment, Data and Digital Rights, Financial Transparency, and Independent Media.
Baxano, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the development of minimally invasive tools aimed at restoring spine function while preserving healthy tissue. Founded in 2005 and based in San Jose, California, the company offers the iO-Flex System, designed to target and decompress bone and soft tissue in the foramen, lateral recess, and central canal, catering to patients with varying degrees of spinal stenosis. Baxano's product lineup includes the Neuro Check device, which enables surgeons to verify safe positioning against the bone while ensuring the nerve is adequately protected. Additionally, it features the MicroBlade Shaver, an instrument for removing impinging bone and ligament, along with essential accessories such as guidewires, probes, and distal handles.
Tetraphase Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2010
Tetraphase Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the creation, development, and commercialization of innovative antibiotics aimed at treating serious and life-threatening multidrug-resistant infections. The company's primary product, Xerava, is a synthetic fluorocycline administered intravenously, designed as a first-line empiric monotherapy for multidrug-resistant infections, particularly those caused by MDR Gram-negative bacteria. Tetraphase has successfully conducted Phase III clinical trials for Xerava, specifically targeting complicated intra-abdominal infections. In addition to Xerava, the company is developing several other candidates, including TP-271 for respiratory diseases linked to bacterial biothreats and TP-6076 for MDR Gram-negative infections, both in Phase I clinical trials. Furthermore, TP-2846 is being explored as a treatment for acute myeloid leukemia. Tetraphase Pharmaceuticals has established a licensing agreement with Everest Medicines Limited to enhance the development and commercialization of Xerava in select regions across Asia. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, Tetraphase operates as a subsidiary of La Jolla Pharmaceutical Company.
Contour Energy
Series B in 2010
Contour Energy is a company of portable power that commercializes customizable battery technologies for a wide range of cross-industry applications. It designs its next-generation battery systems to deliver unprecedented improvements in energy and power density, and are capable of performing in extreme operating conditions at significantly improved costs. Founded through the collaboration of Caltech and CNRS, the French National Center for Scientific Research, It combines expertise in nano-materials science, patented fluorine-based battery chemistries and manufacturing processes to significantly advance the state of portable power. With its headquarters in Azusa in California, a team of battery industry leaders from Caltech, Energizer, General Electric, Hewlett-Packard, Sanyo and Valence Technologies manages it. Private entrepreneurs hold it.
Cnano Technology Limited specializes in the development and manufacturing of carbon nanotubes and conductive pastes. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company has advanced research and manufacturing facilities in Beijing, China. Its products find applications across various industries, including energy, automotive, aerospace, and electronics. In the energy sector, Cnano's carbon nanotubes are utilized in batteries, super-capacitors, and fuel cells. The automotive industry benefits from their use in electrostatic paintable polymers and fuel system components. Additionally, Cnano's technology serves structural composites in sporting goods and aerospace, as well as transparent conductive coatings and components in electronics. The company has established a large-scale production technology for carbon nanotubes, leveraging exclusive licensing from Tsinghua University alongside its own innovations.
Danotek Motion Technologies
Venture Round in 2009
Danotek Motion Technologies Inc, founded in 2001, in Ann Arbor, Michigan is an ISO 9001:2000 certified technology innovator. Danotek develops clean, energy efficient, generators, electrical conversion systems, brushless motors and electronics controls for alternative energy and advanced transportation applications. Danotek has developed a number of patent-pending innovative products that include variable speed permanent magnet (PM) generators and brushless motors with integrated electronics for wind power, fuel cell, CHP, auxiliary power and electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Their designs represent industry leadership and are expected to replace inefficient and unreliable systems with added extensive control features.
Solaria
Debt Financing in 2009
Solaria Corporation is a solar technology company that specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing silicon photovoltaic products for solar system integrators, project developers, and large commercial and utility customers across the United States, Europe, and other international markets. The company offers crystalline solar modules compatible with tracking systems, along with a range of related services including preliminary system design, energy yield optimization, and cost guidance. Additionally, Solaria provides technical specifications, installation support, troubleshooting, and after-sale services. Founded in 1993 and originally known as Lightchip, Inc., the company rebranded to Solaria Corporation in May 2006. Headquartered in Oakland, California, Solaria also operates offices in Germany, with further locations in India and China, enhancing its global presence in the solar industry.
Blekko is a search company established in 2007 by Rich Skrenta and a team that includes members from Topix and Netscape's Open Directory. The company specializes in offering a web search engine and a mobile application, as well as a social news platform designed to filter search results. Blekko allows users to search for content based on specific categories relevant to their queries, differentiating itself in the competitive search engine market. The company has attracted investment from Baseline Ventures and several former Google employees, highlighting its innovative approach to enhancing online search experiences.
Foro Energy
Venture Round in 2009
Foro Energy, Inc., established in 2008 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, specializes in manufacturing and commercializing high-power lasers tailored for the oil, natural gas, geothermal, and mining industries both domestically and internationally. The company's core products include Stimulated Brillouin Scattering technology, which utilizes a 'physics effect' to destroy fiber optic cables and laser sources; high-power laser fiber optic cables enabling long-distance transmission; low-power optical slip rings; and downhole connectors designed for water cooling and low shock thresholds. Foro Energy's lasers are primarily employed in drilling, working over, and completing energy wells, offering alternatives to mechanical cutting/grinding, explosives, harsh chemicals, and high pressures.
Jobvite is a developer of a recruitment platform and talent acquisition suite designed to assist companies in attracting, engaging, hiring, onboarding, and promoting talent essential for achieving business objectives. The company's candidate-centric recruiting model focuses on providing meaningful experiences for candidates throughout the hiring process, from initial contact to their first day. Jobvite integrates automation and intelligence into its recruitment applications, enhancing recruiting speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This innovative approach enables organizations of various sizes and industries to leverage real-time recruiting intelligence and adapt to the evolving demands of the job market.
Blekko is a search company established in 2007 by Rich Skrenta and a team that includes members from Topix and Netscape's Open Directory. The company specializes in offering a web search engine and a mobile application, as well as a social news platform designed to filter search results. Blekko allows users to search for content based on specific categories relevant to their queries, differentiating itself in the competitive search engine market. The company has attracted investment from Baseline Ventures and several former Google employees, highlighting its innovative approach to enhancing online search experiences.
Schooner Information Technology
Series B in 2009
Schooner Information Technology develops and markets two software products: SchoonerSQL™, a high-availability high-performance SQL database, 100% compatible with standard MySQL and InnoDB, for demanding mission-critical applications; and Membrain™, a 100% memcached-compatible flash-optimized software cache and NoSQL key-value store. SchoonerSQL and Membrain provide industry-leading 99.999% availability with auto fail-over, guarantee no data loss and no stale data”, deliver industry-leading performance and scalability on commodity servers and storage, radically simplify administration, and minimize your Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Schooner, based in Sunnyvale, CA, is funded by CMEA Capital (Jim Watson), Redpoint Ventures (John Walecka), and Menlo Ventures (Mark Siegel). Learn more at www.schoonerinfotech.com.
Intellikine
Series B in 2009
Intellikine is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of innovative small molecule therapies that target the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway. The company specializes in creating drugs designed to treat various conditions, including cancer, inflammation, and autoimmune disorders. Its product portfolio features several notable candidates, such as INK128, an orally-available inhibitor that targets TORC1/2 for solid tumor malignancies, and INK1197, a dual PI3K selective inhibitor aimed at treating immune-mediated inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and asthma. Intellikine is dedicated to fostering a skilled team and a robust discovery platform to accelerate the development of kinase inhibitors that have the potential to lead to significant medical advancements.
Visiogen, Inc. is an ophthalmic medical device company focused on creating innovative vision solutions for cataract patients, including those with presbyopia. The company's flagship product is the Synchrony dual optic accommodating intraocular lens (IOL), designed to deliver a seamless vision experience across near, intermediate, and distance ranges without the need for corrective eyewear. To enhance surgical efficiency, the Synchrony IOL is supplied in a pre-loaded injector, minimizing lens handling during procedures. This advanced technology has received CE Mark approval in Europe and is currently undergoing clinical trials in the United States, reflecting Visiogen's commitment to improving patient outcomes in cataract surgery.
Pyxis Technology
Series C in 2009
Pyxis Technology specializes in advanced analog routing engines tailored for the complexities of nanoscale integrated circuit (IC) designs. The company provides integrated circuit routing software that supports both full-custom and semi-custom IC designs. Its product offerings include NexusRoute-SoC, which is designed for yield-aware and semi-custom design applications in system-on-chip environments, and NexusRoute-HPC, which offers users control over routing constraints for hierarchical custom designs. Pyxis Technology also facilitates assisted custom design automation through integrated analysis, allowing for in-depth exploration of custom analog design scenarios. The company's technology is set to be integrated into Mentor's IC solution, IC Station, enhancing the market with advanced automated analog routing capabilities that are currently unavailable.
Ambrx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in La Jolla, California, specializing in the development of engineered precision biologics through an expanded genetic code technology platform. This innovative approach enables the incorporation of synthetic amino acids into proteins, facilitating the creation of next-generation therapeutics. Ambrx focuses on various product candidates, including antibody drug conjugates (ADCs), bispecific antibodies, targeted immuno-oncology treatments, and long-acting therapeutic peptides aimed at addressing metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. The company has a robust development pipeline featuring multiple clinical and preclinical programs, with its lead candidate ARX788 among them. Ambrx also collaborates with other organizations, such as MabSpace Biosciences and BeiGene, to enhance its research and development efforts in oncology and other therapeutic areas. Founded in 2003, Ambrx is committed to advancing the efficacy and safety of new biologic therapies for patients.
Luminate, founded in 2008 and previously known as Pixazza, is a company that specializes in creating interactive image technology. Based in Mountain View, California, Luminate offers a pioneering platform that transforms static images on the web into engaging, interactive content. This platform utilizes a combination of Internet and crowdsourcing technologies to provide users with relevant information and enhance their online experiences, attracting over 150 million users and generating approximately 30 billion image views annually. In addition to its technological innovations, the organization operates as a global philanthropic entity that supports efforts to foster just and fair societies by empowering individuals and institutions. Luminate focuses on four interconnected areas crucial for societal resilience: Civic Empowerment, Data and Digital Rights, Financial Transparency, and Independent Media.
Superprotonic
Series C in 2009
Superprotonic is an energy technology company established to market and commercialize the innovative solid acid fuel cell (SAFC) technology developed and patented by the company's founders at the California Institute of Technology. Solid acid fuel cells offer significant cost and performance advantages compared to other fuel cell technologies currently under development.
Intermolecular
Series D in 2009
Intermolecular, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in the development of advanced materials through its high productivity combinatorial (HPC) technology platform. Founded in 2004, Intermolecular offers an integrated Tempus HPC Platform, which includes processing tools, automated characterization methods, and informatics analysis software aimed at enhancing materials discovery and process development for industries such as semiconductors, consumer electronics, automotive, and aerospace. The company also provides various workflow systems for applications like self-assembly processing and surface preparation, using established chemical vapor deposition, physical vapor deposition, and atomic layer deposition methods. Intermolecular serves a diverse clientele, including semiconductor manufacturers, materials suppliers, and equipment producers, with a specific focus on the semiconductor, biotechnology, and energy sectors, primarily in the Asia-Pacific region. It operates as a subsidiary of MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien.
Contour Energy
Series A in 2008
Contour Energy is a company of portable power that commercializes customizable battery technologies for a wide range of cross-industry applications. It designs its next-generation battery systems to deliver unprecedented improvements in energy and power density, and are capable of performing in extreme operating conditions at significantly improved costs. Founded through the collaboration of Caltech and CNRS, the French National Center for Scientific Research, It combines expertise in nano-materials science, patented fluorine-based battery chemistries and manufacturing processes to significantly advance the state of portable power. With its headquarters in Azusa in California, a team of battery industry leaders from Caltech, Energizer, General Electric, Hewlett-Packard, Sanyo and Valence Technologies manages it. Private entrepreneurs hold it.
Symwave is a technology company that specializes in designing and developing high-performance analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits and system solutions. Its products are tailored for fast-growing applications that require high-speed data transfer, including external storage, portable phones, media players, and HD camcorders. The company's product portfolio features standards-based serial physical layer integrated circuits and low power analog front-end semiconductor solutions, which are distinguished by patented innovations that support multi-gigabit per second data transfer rates while consuming minimal power. Symwave is also advancing its offerings with a suite of SuperSpeed USB products, which operate at five gigabits per second and provide ten times the speed of previous USB technologies, ensuring backward compatibility with a vast number of existing USB-enabled devices. In addition to consumer electronics, Symwave's solutions are applicable across various sectors, including home, automotive, and industrial environments, facilitating the distribution of video, audio, and data.
Solyndra is a manufacturer of cylindrical panels utilizing CIGS thin-film solar cell technology, located in Fremont, California. Established in 2005, the company focuses on designing and producing photovoltaic systems that include both panels and mounting hardware specifically for the commercial rooftop market. Solyndra employs high-volume manufacturing techniques to address the needs of the global solar industry. Its proprietary cylindrical modules are engineered to achieve low installation costs while maximizing solar energy output, particularly on low-slope commercial rooftops. The company operates a fully-automated manufacturing facility spanning 300,000 square feet, underscoring its commitment to efficiency and innovation in solar technology.
Danotek Motion Technologies
Series A in 2008
Danotek Motion Technologies Inc, founded in 2001, in Ann Arbor, Michigan is an ISO 9001:2000 certified technology innovator. Danotek develops clean, energy efficient, generators, electrical conversion systems, brushless motors and electronics controls for alternative energy and advanced transportation applications. Danotek has developed a number of patent-pending innovative products that include variable speed permanent magnet (PM) generators and brushless motors with integrated electronics for wind power, fuel cell, CHP, auxiliary power and electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Their designs represent industry leadership and are expected to replace inefficient and unreliable systems with added extensive control features.
Evolution Robotics
Series B in 2008
Evolution Robotics, Inc. specializes in developing robotics solutions and collaborates with original equipment manufacturers to enhance their products with advanced technologies. The company focuses on creating autonomous robots for both commercial and consumer applications, as well as integrating intelligent functionalities into electronic devices. A key offering is the ERSP®, a software development platform that serves as a foundational infrastructure for robotic application development. This platform includes essential capabilities such as computer vision, navigation, path planning, and human-robot interaction, allowing partnering companies to concentrate on innovative product development while utilizing cutting-edge tools.
Triporati
Venture Round in 2008
Triporati, Inc. is an online travel company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in helping consumers identify suitable vacation destinations through its innovative "Destination Genome Project" platform. Founded in 2008, the company leverages the expertise of over 70 travel experts, who have contributed to more than 650 travel guidebooks, to analyze and profile over 2,000 global destinations across 62 dimensions, including various attributes and activities. Users can input their interests to receive personalized recommendations, which are presented on a customized map that highlights the best places to visit based on individual preferences. Additionally, Triporati's website enables both travel and non-travel-related advertisers to effectively target leisure travelers, enhancing the overall travel planning experience.
Schooner Information Technology
Series A in 2008
Schooner Information Technology develops and markets two software products: SchoonerSQL™, a high-availability high-performance SQL database, 100% compatible with standard MySQL and InnoDB, for demanding mission-critical applications; and Membrain™, a 100% memcached-compatible flash-optimized software cache and NoSQL key-value store. SchoonerSQL and Membrain provide industry-leading 99.999% availability with auto fail-over, guarantee no data loss and no stale data”, deliver industry-leading performance and scalability on commodity servers and storage, radically simplify administration, and minimize your Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Schooner, based in Sunnyvale, CA, is funded by CMEA Capital (Jim Watson), Redpoint Ventures (John Walecka), and Menlo Ventures (Mark Siegel). Learn more at www.schoonerinfotech.com.
Tetraphase Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2008
Tetraphase Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the creation, development, and commercialization of innovative antibiotics aimed at treating serious and life-threatening multidrug-resistant infections. The company's primary product, Xerava, is a synthetic fluorocycline administered intravenously, designed as a first-line empiric monotherapy for multidrug-resistant infections, particularly those caused by MDR Gram-negative bacteria. Tetraphase has successfully conducted Phase III clinical trials for Xerava, specifically targeting complicated intra-abdominal infections. In addition to Xerava, the company is developing several other candidates, including TP-271 for respiratory diseases linked to bacterial biothreats and TP-6076 for MDR Gram-negative infections, both in Phase I clinical trials. Furthermore, TP-2846 is being explored as a treatment for acute myeloid leukemia. Tetraphase Pharmaceuticals has established a licensing agreement with Everest Medicines Limited to enhance the development and commercialization of Xerava in select regions across Asia. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, Tetraphase operates as a subsidiary of La Jolla Pharmaceutical Company.
Amitive Inc. offers on demand supply chain management technology via internet to small and medium-sized companies and operating units of corporations. The company was formerly known as Mitrix Inc. and changed its name to Amitive Inc. in 2008. Amitive Inc. is headquartered in San Mateo, California. Amitive Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Mitsui & Co. (U.S.A.), Inc.
Ardelyx, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Fremont, California, specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative oral therapeutics for cardiorenal diseases. Founded in 2007, Ardelyx focuses on addressing significant unmet medical needs with its proprietary drug discovery platform. The company's lead product candidate, tenapanor, has completed Phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation and is also being evaluated for hyperphosphatemia in end-stage renal disease patients on dialysis. In addition, Ardelyx is advancing RDX013, a potassium secretagogue aimed at treating hyperkalemia, and other candidates including RDX002, a phosphate transport inhibitor for chronic kidney disease, and RDX009, an agonist for type 2 diabetes, which are currently in preclinical development. Ardelyx's approach emphasizes the creation of minimally absorbed medications that target specific receptors and transporters, thereby reducing the risk of systemic side effects.
Multigig, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor company based in Scotts Valley, California, specializing in high-performance analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. Founded in 2003, the company designs and manufactures innovative clock and timing solutions aimed at the wired and wireless communications markets. Multigig's product offerings include precision synthesizers, crystal oscillators, and zero delay buffers, which deliver ultra-low jitter and phase noise reference clock signals for various applications, such as Gigabit Ethernet, SONET/SDH, Fibre Channel, and other high-speed networking and storage systems. The company's proprietary RotaryWave technology enhances its ability to address significant system-level timing challenges while promoting energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness. As of 2012, Multigig operates as a subsidiary of Analog Devices, Inc.
Untangle, Inc. is a provider of cybersecurity software solutions and appliances tailored for small-to-medium businesses. The company offers a range of products, including its NG Firewall, which balances performance, protection, and productivity needs, as well as NG Firewall appliances, Command Center for centralized management, and ScoutIQ, a cloud service. Its solutions address various cybersecurity concerns such as web filtering, Internet of Things security, ransomware protection, and mobile policy enforcement. Untangle serves a diverse clientele, including K-12 schools, higher education institutions, government organizations, nonprofits, and various sectors like healthcare and finance. The company, originally founded as Metavize, Inc. in 1997, rebranded to Untangle in December 2006 and is headquartered in San Jose, California. With its user-friendly, cost-effective solutions, Untangle has established a significant presence, protecting over 2 million users across more than 30,000 organizations worldwide.
SpikeSource
Series C in 2008
SpikeSource is a software certification company specializing in open source solutions. It provides a comprehensive platform that enables independent software vendors (ISVs) to assemble, test, package, certify, and update a variety of software solutions, including open source, proprietary, and hybrid applications. The company emphasizes ensuring interoperability, scalability, and performance for its clients. In addition to its certification services, SpikeSource offers an on-demand service tailored for ISVs, independent developers, and IT departments. The company has established a partnership with Intel, where it manages the certification process for applications featured in the Intel Business Exchange.
NuScale Power
Venture Round in 2008
NuScale Power, LLC specializes in the design, manufacture, and commercialization of small modular nuclear reactors, particularly pressurized water reactors, for both domestic and international power generation. The company has developed the NuScale Power Module, a self-contained reactor unit that can operate independently or in a multi-module configuration, enhancing flexibility and safety. Its technology stems from extensive research by nuclear scientists, supported by the U.S. government, and is built on decades of operational experience with commercial light water reactors. NuScale's solutions cater to diverse applications, including electricity generation, cogeneration, process steam, remote mining, desalination, and government needs. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, NuScale also maintains offices in several U.S. cities and London. It operates as a subsidiary of Fluor Enterprises, Inc.
Luminus Devices
Series E in 2008
Luminus Devices is a developer and manufacturer of high-performance solid-state lighting solutions, focusing on its patented PhlatLight LED technology. This innovative technology offers high light output and versatility, enabling a wide range of applications in the global illumination market, including projection displays, entertainment, and general lighting. Luminus Devices aims to redefine the solid-state lighting landscape by creating advanced lighting products that were previously deemed impossible with traditional lighting technologies. Their PhlatLight LEDs are utilized by leading global companies in diverse consumer and specialty markets.
InSound Medical
Series E in 2008
InSound Medical, Inc. is a privately held company located in Newark, California, that specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced hearing solutions. The company is known for its innovative product, Lyric, which is an invisible extended wear hearing device designed to provide discreet and convenient hearing assistance. InSound Medical is supported by notable investors, including Johnson & Johnson and various venture capital firms, reflecting its commitment to advancing hearing technology and improving the quality of life for individuals with hearing impairments.
TrueDemand Software
Series C in 2008
TrueDemand Software, Inc., founded in 2004 and headquartered in Los Gatos, California, specializes in supply chain solutions. The company develops software that enhances retail operations by automatically detecting and predicting out-of-stock items, enabling demand forecasting, correcting inventory discrepancies, and measuring sales performance. This technological approach aids retailers in optimizing their inventory management, ultimately improving operational efficiency. TrueDemand Software operates as a subsidiary of Acosta, Inc.
Jobvite is a developer of a recruitment platform and talent acquisition suite designed to assist companies in attracting, engaging, hiring, onboarding, and promoting talent essential for achieving business objectives. The company's candidate-centric recruiting model focuses on providing meaningful experiences for candidates throughout the hiring process, from initial contact to their first day. Jobvite integrates automation and intelligence into its recruitment applications, enhancing recruiting speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This innovative approach enables organizations of various sizes and industries to leverage real-time recruiting intelligence and adapt to the evolving demands of the job market.
Relypsa, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Redwood City, California, focused on the development and commercialization of innovative medicines for iron deficiency, nephrology, and cardio-renal conditions. Incorporated in 2007, Relypsa specializes in non-absorbed polymeric drugs, aiming to address medical needs in these therapeutic areas. Its flagship product, VELTASSA, is a potassium binder used in the treatment of hyperkalemia, a condition characterized by elevated potassium levels in the blood. The company targets overlooked and undertreated conditions that can be managed through gastrointestinal applications. As of late 2016, Relypsa operates as a subsidiary of Vifor Pharma Ltd.
NetBooks provides online tools that help businesses with their marketing, sales, operations and financial activities.
Cnano Technology Limited specializes in the development and manufacturing of carbon nanotubes and conductive pastes. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company has advanced research and manufacturing facilities in Beijing, China. Its products find applications across various industries, including energy, automotive, aerospace, and electronics. In the energy sector, Cnano's carbon nanotubes are utilized in batteries, super-capacitors, and fuel cells. The automotive industry benefits from their use in electrostatic paintable polymers and fuel system components. Additionally, Cnano's technology serves structural composites in sporting goods and aerospace, as well as transparent conductive coatings and components in electronics. The company has established a large-scale production technology for carbon nanotubes, leveraging exclusive licensing from Tsinghua University alongside its own innovations.
Mojo Networks
Series C in 2007
Mojo Networks, Inc. is a provider of cloud-managed WiFi solutions for enterprises globally, specializing in advanced wireless network technologies. Founded in 2002 and based in Mountain View, California, the company offers a comprehensive suite of products designed to enhance network management and security. Key offerings include the Mojo Wireless Manager for network deployment and management, Mojo Guest Manager for guest authentication via various plugins, and Mojo AirTight, which provides wireless intrusion prevention. The platform also features Mojo Navigator for automated network design and monitoring, Mojo Aware for leveraging cloud and big data, and Mojo Canvas for creating interactive guest network pages. Additionally, Mojo Networks supports mobile-optimized setup through Mojo Nano and offers tools for packet analysis and API access. Serving diverse sectors such as education, government, finance, and hospitality, Mojo Networks aims to simplify and secure wireless connectivity, ensuring reliable and seamless user experiences. As of August 2018, Mojo Networks operates as a subsidiary of Arista Networks, Inc.
As of October 2010, Phenomix closed down as it was unable to find a partner to pay for is clinical trial bills after Forest Laboratories walked away. Phenomix is a drug discovery and development company building a portfolio of novel therapeutics for the treatment of major human diseases. Phenomix' lead clinical candidate, PHX1149, is a DPP4 inhibitor in phase 2 testing as a once daily oral treatment for type 2 diabetes. Phenomix' second program is directed at the treatment of hepatitis C through inhibition of the NS3/4A viral protease. Phenomix is based in San Diego, California.
LiveOps, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based multi-channel solutions designed for customer engagement across various industries, including finance, healthcare, insurance, retail, and technology. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, the company offers a range of services such as LiveOps Chat for real-time customer interaction, an on-demand outsourced call center solution, and a comprehensive email system that gives agents a complete view of customer interactions. LiveOps also features Skill Builder, a customizable training program to enhance the skills of customer service agents. The company specializes in delivering an on-demand workforce of skilled virtual agents, enabling clients to efficiently scale their customer service operations while minimizing overhead costs. LiveOps serves over 400 organizations, providing faster program readiness and improved customer satisfaction compared to traditional call centers.
Telsima
Venture Round in 2007
Telsima Corp., founded in 1999 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, specializes in the development and marketing of base station and subscriber station systems, along with network management software tailored for the WiMAX telecommunications market. The company provides a range of solutions including mobile WiMAX, WiMAX certified broadband wireless access, and mobility services. Telsima's offerings include the StarMAX 6400, a macro base station designed to deliver triple play services over mobile broadband wireless access, and the StarMAX 5200, a Pico base station aimed at supporting underserved areas. Additionally, they offer the StarMAX ASN-GW for managing mobile WiMAX networks and the TRUFLE ASN solution for operators without roaming needs. Telsima also maintains offices and facilities in Bangalore, Gurgaon, and Mumbai, India, as well as Trzin-Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Untangle, Inc. is a provider of cybersecurity software solutions and appliances tailored for small-to-medium businesses. The company offers a range of products, including its NG Firewall, which balances performance, protection, and productivity needs, as well as NG Firewall appliances, Command Center for centralized management, and ScoutIQ, a cloud service. Its solutions address various cybersecurity concerns such as web filtering, Internet of Things security, ransomware protection, and mobile policy enforcement. Untangle serves a diverse clientele, including K-12 schools, higher education institutions, government organizations, nonprofits, and various sectors like healthcare and finance. The company, originally founded as Metavize, Inc. in 1997, rebranded to Untangle in December 2006 and is headquartered in San Jose, California. With its user-friendly, cost-effective solutions, Untangle has established a significant presence, protecting over 2 million users across more than 30,000 organizations worldwide.
Kalypsys specializes in pathway-based drug discovery and development services. The company conducts discovery programs across a wide range of therapeutic areas, leveraging its automated and integrated suite of technologies in biology, chemistry, and informatics. By utilizing advanced methodologies, Kalypsys aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the drug discovery process, ultimately contributing to the development of innovative therapies.
Alien Technology
Venture Round in 2006
Alien Technology Corporation is a manufacturer and supplier of radio frequency identification (RFID) products, specializing in ultra-high frequency (UHF) solutions. The company offers a range of products including UHF passive RFID transceiver chips, tags, antennas, inlays, labels, and both fixed and mobile readers. Additionally, Alien Technology provides professional services such as item tagging, technical consulting, project management, and training services tailored for various sectors including retail, logistics, life sciences, and government. Utilizing a patented manufacturing process known as Fluidic Self Assembly, Alien Technology produces electronic product code (EPC) compliant RFID tags that enhance inventory management and reduce operational costs. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has expanded its presence globally with offices in China, Korea, Europe, Australia, and Asia, as well as a dedicated RFID solutions center in Dayton, Ohio. Alien Technology was previously known as Beckman Display, Inc. before rebranding in 1999.
Strix Systems
Series G in 2006
Strix Systems Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing wireless mesh networking solutions that enhance connectivity and productivity for various sectors. The company offers a range of products, including modular mesh systems, outdoor wireless equipment, edge systems, indoor solutions, and mobile systems. Its Manager/One software platform allows for comprehensive control and configuration of the network, ensuring efficient management. Strix Systems' technology is utilized in diverse applications such as public safety, government, energy, manufacturing, transportation, hospitality, education, healthcare, and residential services. The company markets its products through a network of distributors, service providers, resellers, and systems integrators globally. Founded in 2000, Strix Systems is headquartered in Ventura, California, with additional offices in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, India.
Intermolecular
Series C in 2006
Intermolecular, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in the development of advanced materials through its high productivity combinatorial (HPC) technology platform. Founded in 2004, Intermolecular offers an integrated Tempus HPC Platform, which includes processing tools, automated characterization methods, and informatics analysis software aimed at enhancing materials discovery and process development for industries such as semiconductors, consumer electronics, automotive, and aerospace. The company also provides various workflow systems for applications like self-assembly processing and surface preparation, using established chemical vapor deposition, physical vapor deposition, and atomic layer deposition methods. Intermolecular serves a diverse clientele, including semiconductor manufacturers, materials suppliers, and equipment producers, with a specific focus on the semiconductor, biotechnology, and energy sectors, primarily in the Asia-Pacific region. It operates as a subsidiary of MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien.
TrueDemand Software
Series B in 2006
TrueDemand Software, Inc., founded in 2004 and headquartered in Los Gatos, California, specializes in supply chain solutions. The company develops software that enhances retail operations by automatically detecting and predicting out-of-stock items, enabling demand forecasting, correcting inventory discrepancies, and measuring sales performance. This technological approach aids retailers in optimizing their inventory management, ultimately improving operational efficiency. TrueDemand Software operates as a subsidiary of Acosta, Inc.
Codexis, Inc. is an industrial biotechnology company that specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of protein catalysts for pharmaceutical and chemical production through biocatalysis. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Codexis utilizes its proprietary CodeEvolver directed evolution technology platform to create enzyme optimization solutions that enhance process development from research to manufacturing. The company offers a range of products and services, including biocatalysts, enzyme screening, and protein engineering services, which are utilized by over 50 pharmaceutical firms globally. Codexis generates the majority of its revenue through product sales and also licenses its CodeEvolver technology to enable pharmaceutical companies to engineer enzymes for their own production needs. Its customer base spans various markets, including the United States, Europe, and Asia, contributing to the company's growth in the biotechnology sector.
Ambrx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in La Jolla, California, specializing in the development of engineered precision biologics through an expanded genetic code technology platform. This innovative approach enables the incorporation of synthetic amino acids into proteins, facilitating the creation of next-generation therapeutics. Ambrx focuses on various product candidates, including antibody drug conjugates (ADCs), bispecific antibodies, targeted immuno-oncology treatments, and long-acting therapeutic peptides aimed at addressing metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. The company has a robust development pipeline featuring multiple clinical and preclinical programs, with its lead candidate ARX788 among them. Ambrx also collaborates with other organizations, such as MabSpace Biosciences and BeiGene, to enhance its research and development efforts in oncology and other therapeutic areas. Founded in 2003, Ambrx is committed to advancing the efficacy and safety of new biologic therapies for patients.
Pyxis Technology
Series B in 2006
Pyxis Technology specializes in advanced analog routing engines tailored for the complexities of nanoscale integrated circuit (IC) designs. The company provides integrated circuit routing software that supports both full-custom and semi-custom IC designs. Its product offerings include NexusRoute-SoC, which is designed for yield-aware and semi-custom design applications in system-on-chip environments, and NexusRoute-HPC, which offers users control over routing constraints for hierarchical custom designs. Pyxis Technology also facilitates assisted custom design automation through integrated analysis, allowing for in-depth exploration of custom analog design scenarios. The company's technology is set to be integrated into Mentor's IC solution, IC Station, enhancing the market with advanced automated analog routing capabilities that are currently unavailable.
AWR Corporation
Venture Round in 2006
AWR Corporation specializes in developing high-frequency electronic design automation (EDA) software aimed at facilitating the design of advanced products such as cell phones and satellite systems. The company offers a range of software solutions, including Microwave Office for designing radio frequency and microwave circuits, Visual System Simulator for architecting communication systems, and Analog Office for managing RFIC and analog designs through various stages of development. AWR's products support the design of a wide array of wireless technologies, including amplifiers, antennas, and filters. The company's innovative technology and flexible software architecture enhance design automation across different vendor tools, thereby improving productivity and efficiency for engineers. Headquartered in El Segundo, California, AWR Corporation operates as a subsidiary of Cadence Design Systems and serves a global customer base with thousands of users.
Perlegen Sciences
Series D in 2006
Perlegen Sciences engages in the discovery and commercialization of genetic variations that provide physicians with information to improve the clinical decision-making process and patient treatment outcomes. Its products include MammaPLUS, a breast cancer risk stratifier and a panel of common genetic variants that stratifies individual genetic and background/clinical risk for those at moderately elevated risk for non-familial breast cancer, as well as impacts the risk for developing invasive breast cancer; and Genotype Browser Website that provides a way to access and view the results of a study of genetic variation in various diverse human populations. Perlegen Sciences, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is based in Mountain View, California.
Telsima Corp., founded in 1999 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, specializes in the development and marketing of base station and subscriber station systems, along with network management software tailored for the WiMAX telecommunications market. The company provides a range of solutions including mobile WiMAX, WiMAX certified broadband wireless access, and mobility services. Telsima's offerings include the StarMAX 6400, a macro base station designed to deliver triple play services over mobile broadband wireless access, and the StarMAX 5200, a Pico base station aimed at supporting underserved areas. Additionally, they offer the StarMAX ASN-GW for managing mobile WiMAX networks and the TRUFLE ASN solution for operators without roaming needs. Telsima also maintains offices and facilities in Bangalore, Gurgaon, and Mumbai, India, as well as Trzin-Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Agility Design Solutions
Series B in 2005
Agility Design Solutions, Inc. develops software tools that shorten the time to design, verify, and implement signal processing algorithms. The company offers solutions for algorithm acceleration, prototyping, and implementation in software and hardware. Its products include RMS, which improves the execution speed of MATLAB programs; MCS, which automatically synthesizes MATLAB code to C code; MCS Function Library, which includes functions that are synthesized using MCS to generate ANSI-C source; DK Design Suite, a design environment for C-based algorithmic design entry, simulation, and synthesis; RC Series Platforms, a family of FPGA-based rapid prototyping/development boards; and PixelStreams Imaging Library, which includes IP cores for digital image and video processing. The company also offers training, support, and algorithm implementation consulting services. It serves customers in various fields, including video analysis, image recognition, and wireless and wired communications. The company markets and sells its products through direct sales channels and local distributors in North America, Asia, and Europe. Agility Design Solutions, Inc. was formerly known as Catalytic, Inc. and changed its name to Agility Design Solutions, Inc. in January, 2008. Agility Design Solutions, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California with additional offices in Austin, Texas; Abingdon, England; and Yokohama, Japan.
Raven Biotechnologies
Series D in 2005
Raven biotechnologies, Inc., a biotechnology company, focuses on the development of monoclonal antibody therapeutics for treating cancer. Its lead product candidate, RAV12, targets adenocarcinomas and used for the treatment of gastrointestinal, lung, colon, pancreatic, prostate, breast, brain, and ovarian cancer. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in South San Francisco, California. As of July 17, 2008, Raven Biotechnologies, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of MacroGenics, Inc.
Intermolecular
Series B in 2005
Intermolecular, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in the development of advanced materials through its high productivity combinatorial (HPC) technology platform. Founded in 2004, Intermolecular offers an integrated Tempus HPC Platform, which includes processing tools, automated characterization methods, and informatics analysis software aimed at enhancing materials discovery and process development for industries such as semiconductors, consumer electronics, automotive, and aerospace. The company also provides various workflow systems for applications like self-assembly processing and surface preparation, using established chemical vapor deposition, physical vapor deposition, and atomic layer deposition methods. Intermolecular serves a diverse clientele, including semiconductor manufacturers, materials suppliers, and equipment producers, with a specific focus on the semiconductor, biotechnology, and energy sectors, primarily in the Asia-Pacific region. It operates as a subsidiary of MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien.
Teros, Inc. provides security solutions for companies, government agencies, and large Web site operators. It develops Secure Application Gateway, Teros's FireLine Solution, Web Services, and SAFE modules that protect Web and Web services applications. The Secure Application Gateway is a hardened security appliance, which is deployed directly in the data path of application traffic and blocks attacks that are not detected by network-based firewalls and intrusion detection systems. The Teros's FireLine Solution blocks damaging Web-based attacks and prevents the disclosure of sensitive corporate and customer information. The Web Services allow developers to link business-critical applications to groups of users and applications. The SAFE modules provide defined object protection and deliver the capability of protecting user-defined data objects. The company was formerly known as Stratum8 Networks, Inc. and changed its name to Teros, Inc. in February 2003. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Santa Clara, California. As of November 15, 2005, Teros Inc. operates as a subsidiary Citrix Systems, Inc.
Perlegen Sciences
Series D in 2005
Perlegen Sciences engages in the discovery and commercialization of genetic variations that provide physicians with information to improve the clinical decision-making process and patient treatment outcomes. Its products include MammaPLUS, a breast cancer risk stratifier and a panel of common genetic variants that stratifies individual genetic and background/clinical risk for those at moderately elevated risk for non-familial breast cancer, as well as impacts the risk for developing invasive breast cancer; and Genotype Browser Website that provides a way to access and view the results of a study of genetic variation in various diverse human populations. Perlegen Sciences, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is based in Mountain View, California.
Intermolecular
Series A in 2004
Intermolecular, Inc. is a technology company based in San Jose, California, that specializes in the development of advanced materials through its high productivity combinatorial (HPC) technology platform. Founded in 2004, Intermolecular offers an integrated Tempus HPC Platform, which includes processing tools, automated characterization methods, and informatics analysis software aimed at enhancing materials discovery and process development for industries such as semiconductors, consumer electronics, automotive, and aerospace. The company also provides various workflow systems for applications like self-assembly processing and surface preparation, using established chemical vapor deposition, physical vapor deposition, and atomic layer deposition methods. Intermolecular serves a diverse clientele, including semiconductor manufacturers, materials suppliers, and equipment producers, with a specific focus on the semiconductor, biotechnology, and energy sectors, primarily in the Asia-Pacific region. It operates as a subsidiary of MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien.
LiveOps, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based multi-channel solutions designed for customer engagement across various industries, including finance, healthcare, insurance, retail, and technology. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, the company offers a range of services such as LiveOps Chat for real-time customer interaction, an on-demand outsourced call center solution, and a comprehensive email system that gives agents a complete view of customer interactions. LiveOps also features Skill Builder, a customizable training program to enhance the skills of customer service agents. The company specializes in delivering an on-demand workforce of skilled virtual agents, enabling clients to efficiently scale their customer service operations while minimizing overhead costs. LiveOps serves over 400 organizations, providing faster program readiness and improved customer satisfaction compared to traditional call centers.
Sanera Systems
Venture Round in 2002
At Sanera Systems, Inc. they are building a dream team to deliver innovative, new-paradigm system products. They are a well-funded startup (top tier VCs and visionaries) actively looking to fill positions in software, hardware, and marketing.
Sanera Systems
Series B in 2001
At Sanera Systems, Inc. they are building a dream team to deliver innovative, new-paradigm system products. They are a well-funded startup (top tier VCs and visionaries) actively looking to fill positions in software, hardware, and marketing.
Sanera Systems
Series A in 2000
At Sanera Systems, Inc. they are building a dream team to deliver innovative, new-paradigm system products. They are a well-funded startup (top tier VCs and visionaries) actively looking to fill positions in software, hardware, and marketing.
Syrrx Inc is a biotechnology company that specializes in the development of novel small molecule drugs aimed at treating cancer, metabolic diseases, and inflammation. By leveraging its expertise in high-throughput structural biology, Syrrx is able to determine the three-dimensional structures of drug targets that have been validated in human clinical trials. This foundational work supports their iterative, structure-based drug design programs, which efficiently generate potential drug candidates. The company has established partnerships for the development and commercialization of its designed human dipeptidyl peptidase IV (DPP IV) inhibitors for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and other significant diseases. Additionally, Syrrx has a strategic alliance focused on discovering and early developing inhibitors that target human histone deacetylases (HDACs) and 11β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 (HSD1), further expanding its therapeutic portfolio.
Silicon Spice
Series A in 1997
Silicon Spice, Inc. builds platform solutions that enable networking and telecom system companies to build differentiated access systems.