Joyance Partners, established in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, is a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage investments. It specializes in startups and emerging technologies that empower individuals to improve their health and well-being, with a particular interest in health tech and consumer sectors. The firm invests in companies that leverage science and technology to cultivate joy and enhance lives, targeting pre-seed to Series A rounds in the United States, Canada, and Europe.
Epicore Biosystems, Inc. is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing and commercializing a wearable microfluidic sensing platform. This innovative technology analyzes small droplets of sweat directly from the skin to provide insights into health, hydration, and athletic performance. The platform is designed to measure various biomarkers, including proteomics and inflammatory markers, allowing for personalized management of health and nutrition. Epicore's approach leverages over two decades of research in microfluidics and soft materials conducted by leading experts at Northwestern University. By offering a non-invasive and cost-effective solution, Epicore aims to enhance athletic performance and improve overall health monitoring for users.
PostCoffee
Venture Round in 2025
PostCoffee Co., Ltd., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates as an online coffee platform that specializes in coffee subscription and delivery services. The company offers a diverse range of coffee beans, including selections such as Ethiopia Konga, Kenya Kianjuki, and Colombia La Italia, among others. Customers can personalize their coffee boxes by choosing from various options, and the platform also suggests suitable coffee types, brewing methods, and pricing based on a comprehensive coffee diagnosis. In addition to coffee, PostCoffee provides regular mail delivery of curated selections and pairs these offerings with sweets and other beverages, catering to coffee enthusiasts looking to enhance their daily coffee experience.
Millie
Series A in 2025
Millie is a maternity clinic designed to enhance the healthcare experience for expectant and new mothers. Founded by individuals with personal and professional backgrounds in maternal care, Millie focuses on improving clinical outcomes while offering a seamless healthcare journey. The clinic provides a range of services, including remote health monitoring, home postpartum visits, and personalized parenthood support through a dedicated application. Additionally, Millie offers one-to-one doula coaching, ensuring mothers receive comprehensive care, expert guidance, and emotional support during and after pregnancy.
DAMDAM Tokyo
Seed Round in 2025
DAMDAM Tokyo is a Japanese skincare company that specializes in crafting high-quality, natural products. Their range includes serums, cleansers, hair care, and body wash, all formulated with plant-based extracts to nourish, soothe, and balance the skin. The brand is committed to using 100% natural ingredients, ensuring their products are effective yet gentle, and can be used alone or in combination.
Kyan Health
Series A in 2024
Kyan Health is a pioneering Swiss digital health company that specializes in providing comprehensive, personalized mental wellbeing and health solutions for employees and their families. The company aims to facilitate seamless access to mental health support services in the workplace, encompassing employee engagement, awareness initiatives, self-improvement, self-care, coaching, and counseling. By offering a platform that enhances psychological safety, Kyan Health empowers organizations and their workforce to improve overall emotional health and performance.
World Class Health
Seed Round in 2024
World Class Health is a healthcare technology company that connects self-funded employers with top-tier medical facilities, known as Centers of Excellence, for complex medical procedures. Its platform facilitates data sharing, offers personalized advice from healthcare professionals, and provides regular check-ins, helping employers reduce healthcare costs and enhance clinical outcomes.
JOYA
Seed Round in 2024
JOYA is the first employee skincare and wellness benefit platform. The company's goal is to provide tailored access to services such as skin cancer screenings, skin condition treatment, anti-aging, acne, and hair loss care from reputable physicians at an accessible cost.
Spicewell
Seed Round in 2024
Spicewell is a California-based company that develops food seasoning products enriched with micronutrients. The company focuses on creating ayurvedic and plant-based seasonings, incorporating science-backed formulations that include vitamins and minerals. By infusing healthy organic additions into meals, Spicewell aims to enhance the nutritional value of everyday foods while promoting better health.
When Insurance
Seed Round in 2024
When is an AI-driven off-boarding platform for employees. It's a personalized health insurance marketplace that simplifies the process of finding health insurance during a job transition. When is a B2B solution that partners with employers to provide a better off-boarding experience for employees while reducing the risk of high claims by making it easy for exiting employees to find alternatives to COBRA.
Cellugy
Seed Round in 2024
Cellugy is a biotechnology startup focused on creating sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics through the production of 100% natural bio-cellulose. Utilizing a fermentation platform, the company harnesses renewable resources instead of fossil fuels to develop high-quality cellulose that competes effectively in terms of economics and environmental impact. Cellugy's innovative approach allows for the production of various grades and qualities of cellulose, making it applicable across multiple industries, including personal care, packaging, textiles, and food. By offering a more sustainable solution, Cellugy aims to significantly reduce the environmental footprint associated with traditional materials.
Mae Health
Seed Round in 2024
Mae is a women's health care center providing pregnancy and postpartum support, tailored to women's needs. Mae is establishing a world in which high-quality, proactive care is the norm. Mae improves the quality of care for Black women by providing a trusted, digital-first health platform.
Lilac
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Lilac revolutionizes Payer data analytics with a cloud-native platform that automates data aggregation, cleansing, and normalization. Our seamless, end-to-end platform turns complex data into actionable insights, leading to more profitable plans and healthier members. Data-driven decision making shouldn’t take months of lead time and countless hours of manual work. With Lilac, it doesn’t.
Sparxell
Seed Round in 2024
Sparxell specializes in the manufacturing of biobased pigments derived from cellulose materials with a high naturality index. The company focuses on creating dye-free pigments that mimic the physical structures found in birds and butterflies, resulting in vibrant colors and effects. These pigments are entirely biodegradable and designed to minimize environmental impact, avoiding the use of metals or minerals such as mica and titania. By offering a low-carbon alternative to traditional materials, Sparxell enables businesses to achieve greater sustainability and work towards carbon neutrality across various applications.
Sunnyside
Series A in 2023
Sunnyside is a developer of an alcohol tracking application aimed at helping individuals cultivate healthier drinking habits. The app creates personalized plans based on users' current drinking patterns and personal goals. It also sends daily reminders via text messages to assist users in setting and maintaining limits on their alcohol consumption. By encouraging users to reduce their weekly drink intake, the application promotes benefits such as better sleep, improved diet, financial savings, and an overall enhanced sense of well-being.
Amatera
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Amatera is a biotechnology research company based in Paris, France, founded in 2022 by Omar Dekkiche and Lucie Kriegshauser. The company focuses on developing sustainable and climate-resistant coffee varieties to meet increasing global demand. Utilizing non-genetically modified organism (GMO) technology, Amatera aims to create a naturally caffeine-free coffee variety that eliminates the need for decaffeination, thereby reducing both financial and environmental costs while preserving the original flavor. Through its innovative approach, Amatera seeks to contribute to a cleaner and greener coffee industry.
mybacs
Series A in 2023
mybacs GmbH is a Swiss company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing microbiome-focused dietary supplements aimed at enhancing digestive health. The company offers a range of products tailored for travelers to various regions, including Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and Latin America. Dedicated to innovation, mybacs utilizes research-driven methods to create synbiotic supplements, which combine carefully selected probiotic cultures, prebiotics, vitamins, and minerals. These formulations are designed to meet the specific needs of customers and are free from gluten, lactose, and chemical side effects. By focusing on the human microbiome, mybacs aims to improve daily well-being and provide effective solutions for digestion and related health concerns.
Jude
Seed Round in 2023
Jude is a healthcare company focused on addressing bladder health issues and raising awareness about incontinence. The organization offers a range of services that include expert advice from medical professionals through social media, virtual seminars, and private chat options. Additionally, Jude provides health products designed to assist individuals in managing their bladder health effectively. By combining educational resources with accessible support, Jude aims to empower individuals to understand their medical conditions and pursue solutions for a leak-free life.
Mosh
Series A in 2023
Mosh is a brain wellness brand offering protein bars for improving brain health. The company's mission is to change the conversation about brain health through food, education, research, and providing the tools for a mind-style lifestyle.
Alba Health
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Alba Health specializes in digital gut health support for children, utilizing artificial intelligence and gut microbiome testing. The company offers a microbiome testing service that provides comprehensive insights into a child's gut health through an easy-to-use stool test kit. This kit is analyzed in a certified laboratory, and the detailed results are returned to parents, who can then collaborate with dieticians to develop personalized action plans to enhance their child's health. Additionally, Alba Health anonymizes the test results, potentially contributing to broader discoveries that could improve children's overall health and well-being.
Cuzen Matcha
Series A in 2023
Cuzen Matcha is a tea company and food-tech startup focused on integrating authentic matcha into daily routines for both offices and homes. The company offers a customizable drink solution that serves as an alternative to traditional caffeinated beverages, promoting sustained energy without the jitters associated with coffee. Cuzen Matcha emphasizes the health benefits of its organic products, which contain calming agents that help relax the body while providing long-lasting energy. By introducing matcha into everyday consumption, Cuzen Matcha aims to enhance the well-being of its users.
Cure Hydration
Series A in 2023
Cure is a VC-backed hydration brand based in New York City. We’re the only premium hydration brand with a science-backed formula, plant-based ingredients, no added sugar, and 4x the electrolytes of leading sports drinks. The product is based on the World Health Organization's formula for Oral Rehydration Solution that is proven to hydrate as effectively as an IV drip but, unlike other ORS products, the ingredients are non-GMO, sustainably sourced, and have no added sugar. Made with coconut water and pink Himalayan salt, Cure provides everything your body needs for daily hydration and nothing it doesn't. Cure is backed by a medical advisory board that includes Dr. Roshini Raj, Dr. Dana Cohen, and Brooke Alpert and is FSA/HSA Eligible. In just 4 years, Cure has expanded to over 13,000 retail stores nationwide including CVS, Walgreens, and Sprouts, and was named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America at #225 (#10 in Food and Beverage). Cure is a female-founded company, certified Plastic Neutral, and donates a serving for every purchase made to someone in need. Our investors include Lerer Hippeau, Valedor Partners, Rocana Ventures, Beliade, Silas Capital, Litani Ventures, Joyance Partners, Parallel Ventures, Great Oaks Venture Capital, Simple Food Ventures, Carly Strife (Founder of BARK), Kathleen King (Founder of Tate's Cookies), Philip Krim (CEO at Casper), Nick Green (CEO at Thrive Market), Nas, Andy Roddick and more.
Luna Daily
Seed Round in 2023
Luna Daily is a Femtech startup focused on empowering women to enhance their intimate care routines. The company manufactures microbiome-balancing products designed for various body areas, including the head, vulva, knees, and toes. Luna Daily's offerings are formulated with mineral-rich thermal water, prebiotic active plant-based blends, and vitamin complexes, all aimed at maintaining a healthy pH microbiome. These high-quality products nourish, soften, and hydrate the skin, supporting women's intimate wellness and overall body care.
Wave Life
Seed Round in 2023
Wave Life is a new kind of mental health platform that makes emotional wellbeing an achievable part of everyday life. The app's mental health coach and toolkit empower users to live each day with intention. Mental health coaching helps to build self-awareness, discover values, and cope with stress.
Nimble Science
Seed Round in 2023
Nimble Science Ltd. is a digital health company focused on transforming gastrointestinal health through its innovative SIMBA capsule technology. This platform enables the passive sampling of small bowel luminal fluid, allowing for the collection of precision datasets related to the gastrointestinal tract. By utilizing multi-omic mapping, Nimble Science provides healthcare providers with direct insights into specific regions of the GI system, facilitating improved diagnosis and treatment strategies. The company's approach represents a significant advancement in understanding and managing gastrointestinal health.
New School Foods
Seed Round in 2023
New School Foods specializes in developing plant-based seafood alternatives that replicate the texture, flavor, and nutritional benefits of traditional seafood. The company's flagship product is a plant-based filet designed to resemble wild salmon, providing consumers with a similar cooking experience and taste. By offering these whole-muscle seafood substitutes, New School Foods aims to contribute to a more sustainable food system and promote kinder consumption practices.
Biofluff
Pre Seed Round in 2022
BioFluff specializes in the production of plant-based fur aimed at replacing traditional animal and plastic furs in the fashion industry. Utilizing a patented process along with retrofitted equipment for faux-fur manufacturing, the company is establishing a scalable production model for its sustainable materials. BioFluff's products are made from organic renewable fiber plants and are developed without gene splicing, gene editing, or the use of petrochemicals and unsustainable raw-oil derivatives. Additionally, the company offers customization services, allowing customers to personalize various aspects of their products, including fur length, fiber density, color, and insulation properties. This commitment to sustainability positions BioFluff as a leader in providing luxury materials that align with eco-friendly practices.
Phyla
Seed Round in 2022
Phyla is engaged in the development of alternative therapies aimed at addressing bacterial infections and skin conditions, particularly acne. The company employs microbiome technology to create probiotic skincare products that promote skin health while minimizing damage. Unlike traditional approaches that focus on adding beneficial bacteria, Phyla's innovative platform utilizes bacteriophages to selectively remove harmful bacteria from the microbiome. This subtractive method allows for a more targeted treatment, aiming to restore a balanced and healthy skin environment without adversely affecting beneficial bacterial strains. By offering a minimalist acne treatment system, Phyla provides an effective solution for customers seeking to manage acne while preserving skin integrity.
Scent Lab
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Scent Lab is an online retail store that specializes in creating personalized scents tailored to individual preferences. The company offers a curated selection of signature and seasonal scented candles designed to cater to various moods and tastes. Utilizing advanced technology, including machine learning and immersive video experiences, Scent Lab generates unique candle scents based on self-reported preferences from customers. This innovative approach makes personalized aromatherapy accessible to a wide audience, allowing individuals to enhance their environments with customized fragrance options.
Epicore Biosystems
Series A in 2022
Epicore Biosystems, Inc. is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing and commercializing a wearable microfluidic sensing platform. This innovative technology analyzes small droplets of sweat directly from the skin to provide insights into health, hydration, and athletic performance. The platform is designed to measure various biomarkers, including proteomics and inflammatory markers, allowing for personalized management of health and nutrition. Epicore's approach leverages over two decades of research in microfluidics and soft materials conducted by leading experts at Northwestern University. By offering a non-invasive and cost-effective solution, Epicore aims to enhance athletic performance and improve overall health monitoring for users.
Kombuchery
Seed Round in 2022
Kombuchery is a producer of kombucha beverages that focuses on offering a socially responsible, healthy, and affordable alternative to conventional drinks. The company emphasizes natural production methods, avoiding pasteurization and artificial additives, which allows it to create beverages with low sugar levels. By leveraging direct-to-consumer subscription services and digital marketing channels, Kombuchery aims to disrupt the traditional beverage value chain and establish itself as a leading health and lifestyle brand within the beverage industry. Its commitment to quality and health-oriented products positions Kombuchery as a refreshing choice for consumers seeking nutritious beverages.
GrayMatters Health
Series A in 2022
GrayMatters Health is a health technology company focused on developing digital therapeutics aimed at addressing mental disorders through the regulation of brain processes. By utilizing an approach grounded in neuroscience, the company provides solutions that enhance the efficacy, safety, and accessibility of mental healthcare. Their offerings empower healthcare professionals and patients alike, enabling individuals with neurological disorders to manage their conditions more effectively and conveniently. GrayMatters Health aims to bridge existing gaps in mental health treatment, promoting better outcomes for those affected by these challenges.
Bloom Science
Series A in 2021
Bloom Science, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing neuroprotective medicines that leverage the microbiome to address epilepsy and other neurological conditions. Established in 2017, the company employs its proprietary IrisRx™ discovery platform, which utilizes insights into the Gut-Brain Axis to create therapeutics targeting rare and complex neurological disorders. This innovative approach aims to translate the therapeutic benefits of the ketogenic diet into effective medications, enhancing safety and efficacy. Bloom Science is advancing a diverse pipeline of therapeutic candidates aimed at conditions such as Dravet syndrome, other rare epilepsies, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), and various neurodegenerative and cognitive disorders, with a commitment to providing improved treatment options for patients facing serious, life-altering illnesses.
AOA
Seed Round in 2021
AOA, based in Boston, New York, and London, is a female-led company focused on developing innovative cancer diagnostics specifically for women's health. The company is dedicated to creating the first accurate early-stage liquid biopsy test for ovarian cancer, which aims to enhance clinical practices, reduce patient mortality, and offer cost savings for healthcare payers. Utilizing an artificial intelligence-enabled platform, AOA's technology analyzes tumor marker gangliosides to facilitate the early detection of ovarian cancer. This approach not only helps healthcare providers implement more effective treatment strategies but also ensures that patients can access life-saving treatments sooner and at a more affordable cost.
Sigrid Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2021
Sigrid Therapeutics AB, based in Stockholm, Sweden, is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapeutic products aimed at preventing and treating lifestyle diseases. The company utilizes a novel materials platform technology, which consists of engineered minerals, to create an ingested medical device designed to lower blood sugar levels in prediabetic individuals. This lead product represents a new class of therapies that works in the gut to improve digestion and metabolic health, thereby assisting in weight loss and helping individuals manage chronic conditions associated with modern lifestyles.
Felt
Seed Round in 2021
At Felt (formerly Mine'd), we believe emotional well-being begins with building better relationships with yourself and those around you. We are the first interactive feelings school to help you improve your relationships and navigate life's hardest moments. Through immersive Felt Courses, live coaching and on-demand content, the top therapists, coaches and experts, we'll teach you the relationship skills you never learned in school. ABOUT US We have grown really fast, totally organically (we acquired over 100k users with over one million videos watched in the last 6 months alone!) We also raised a $3.5MM seed round from some amazing investors including Listen Ventures (early VC behind Calm), Jefferey Katzenberg's fund WNDRCO (President of Dreamworks), Able Partners (VC behind Goop, Bumble, Oura Ring, Bulletproof, Daily Harvest), Ed Baker (former VP of Growth at Facebook and Uber), Jillionaire from Major Lazer, and more. ABOUT OUR TEAM Our team cares deeply about celebrating emotional wellness and breaking the rules while doing it to drive more access. We are constantly working to push the norm and reinvent how folks think about and interact with emotional health support. We lead with compassion and curiosity, work hard but celebrate in the process, and love strong opinions balanced with strong collaboration. We have a diverse, world-class team. Some of us come from reputable enterprises in tech and media while others are self-made personal growth experts. We create deep and meaningful connections and relationships with everyone in the company as we are all building Mine'd together. Mine'd is a meritocracy founded in collaboration and innovative minds. Come join us in our mission is to celebrate emotional and relational wellness. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in New York.
Ombre
Seed Round in 2021
Ombre is a provider of microbiome testing kits that focus on personalized health solutions. The company offers subscription-based services that include customized microbiome testing and probiotics tailored to individual needs. Through its testing kits, Ombre delivers actionable insights aimed at preventing chronic diseases such as obesity, cystic fibrosis, and Alzheimer's. By addressing the root causes of gut-related issues, Ombre empowers customers to improve their overall health and well-being with science-backed interventions.
Kittl
Seed Round in 2021
Kittl is an online design platform that simplifies the creation of both simple and complex commercial designs for users. Founded in 2020 by Nicolas Heymann and Tobias Saul, the platform offers a range of tools for customizing items such as logos, t-shirts, posters, labels, and cards. With features including professional templates, precision editing, text manipulation, recoloring, and clipping, Kittl allows users to automate complex design processes that typically require professional expertise. This accessibility enables customers to produce visually appealing artistic designs with ease.
IDUN Technologies
Seed Round in 2021
IDUN Technologies AG is a Swiss neurotechnology startup founded in 2017, specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced biosensors for wearable devices. The company’s flagship product, DRYODES, features dry conductive electrodes that facilitate bio-potential monitoring, including electrocardiography (ECG), electroencephalography (EEG), and electromyography (EMG). IDUN Technologies aims to integrate neuroscience into everyday products, allowing connected devices to understand and respond to users' emotional needs through real-time neuro-markers. By developing innovative biosensor technology and a comprehensive neurofeedback value chain—from electrode manufacturing to product integration—IDUN enables industries to harness brain signal monitoring for enhanced user experiences. The company's Guardian Neuro-Intelligence Platform exemplifies this approach, utilizing in-ear EEGs to provide actionable insights that improve product design and interaction. Through this integration of emotion intelligence and connected devices, IDUN Technologies aspires to foster a more connected and empathetic world.
Aether Biomedical
Seed Round in 2021
Aether Biomedical is a medical robotics startup dedicated to advancing rehabilitation robotics through AI-based biomedical signal processing. The company's flagship product, Zeus, is a multi-action bionic limb designed to provide an effective and affordable solution for upper limb amputees. By utilizing sophisticated biosignal processing, Aether Biomedical's devices enable users to achieve functional prosthesis capabilities, including a firm grasp that facilitates everyday activities. The individual control of the fingers allows the bionic limb to adapt to various objects, enhancing the quality of life for patients and integrating advanced medical technology into their daily routines.
Planted Foods
Convertible Note in 2021
Planted Foods AG, founded in 2019 and based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of plant-based meat products. The company's offerings include planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, which are crafted using pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. By employing advanced technology, Planted Foods transforms these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein alternatives that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. Additionally, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate the sale of its products directly to customers.
Sharper Sense
Seed Round in 2021
Sharper Sense is a company focused on wearable neurotechnology designed to enhance sensory acuity, including vision, hearing, and touch. The firm has developed a neuromodulation patch that employs comfortable, noninvasive electrical stimulation to improve sensory processing. This technology has both clinical and commercial applications, particularly in treating sensory processing disorders and sensory loss. By enhancing performance and safety, Sharper Sense aims to provide users with a clearer and more accurate perception of their surroundings.
NovoNutrients
Seed Round in 2021
NovoNutrients is focused on converting industrial waste carbon dioxide emissions into high-value protein and additives for food and feed. The company has developed a fermentation platform that utilizes proprietary microbes and advanced gas fermentation systems to transform CO2, along with hydrogen and oxygen, into safe and natural single-cell protein ingredients. This innovative approach enables the food industry to access sustainable protein sources, addressing the needs of a growing global population while also contributing to climate change mitigation through effective carbon capture and utilization.
Zone7
Series A in 2021
Zone7 is a technology company founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in artificial intelligence-driven sports injury prediction software. The platform leverages data from wearable devices, medical records, and fitness profiles to forecast potential injuries, allowing for proactive measures to enhance athlete safety and performance. Zone7 serves over 30 professional sports franchises, offering insights that enable coaching staff to monitor athlete performance and injury risk effectively. Additionally, the technology is utilized in hospitals to ensure the well-being of medical staff by providing actionable recommendations for optimizing workload and recovery. By analyzing various data sources, Zone7 aims to protect and enhance the health and performance of both athletes and the elite workforce.
FairCraft
Seed Round in 2021
FairCraft is a company focused on creating a sustainable alternative to traditional animal leather through innovative synthetic biology and material science techniques. By utilizing cellular culture, tissue engineering, and advanced material science, FairCraft develops lab-grown leather that provides a slaughter-free option for the fashion industry. This approach not only aims to reduce CO2 emissions associated with conventional leather production but also ensures high mechanical strength and durability for consumers. Through its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, FairCraft is positioned to transform the leather market by offering environmentally friendly solutions.
Clay
Seed Round in 2021
Clay is an education company focused on providing behavioral health solutions for early childhood education. The company specializes in identifying behavioral and developmental issues rapidly, enabling preschools to better support children facing disruptive behaviors and developmental delays. Clay offers a comprehensive range of behavioral and mental health services tailored for school communities, aiming to enhance the lives and outcomes of children and families. By delivering early, integrated access to necessary care, Clay seeks to empower families to raise healthy, resilient children while minimizing teacher absenteeism and addressing logistical challenges that can disrupt learning and development.
Cultured Decadence
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Cultured Decadence is a startup based in Madison, Wisconsin, focused on cellular aquaculture to produce crustacean products. Founded in 2020, the company employs innovative cell culture and tissue engineering techniques to create lobster and crab meat directly from the animals' cells, eliminating shell, organs, and waste. This approach addresses the increasing global demand for sustainable and nutritious seafood, offering a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fishing methods.
MeliBio
Pre Seed Round in 2021
MeliBio, Inc. is a technology-driven company that focuses on producing vegan nectar products as a sustainable alternative to traditional honey. Founded in 2020 by Aaron M. Schaller, PhD, and Darko Mandich, MeliBio utilizes advancements in plant biology, precision fermentation, and synthetic biology to create honey without the involvement of bees, thereby addressing concerns related to biodiversity and the environmental impact of commercial beekeeping. The company, headquartered in Oakland, California, aims to provide food producers with molecularly identical nectar alternatives that are healthier and do not rely on bee farming. In 2023, MeliBio expanded its offerings by launching its consumer brand, Mellody, further promoting its innovative approach to honey production. TIME recognized MeliBio's pioneering methodology as one of the Best Inventions of 2021.
Nanoleq
Venture Round in 2021
Nanoleq AG, established in 2017 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in the development and manufacturing of innovative electric cables using stretchable electronics. As a spinoff from ETH Zurich, the company focuses on integrating electronic functionalities into textiles, particularly for health monitoring. Its products utilize advanced conductive silicone technology to create soft sensors capable of recording vital signs such as heartbeat, electrocardiograms, and breathing patterns through comfortable and washable garments. These sensors are designed for various applications, including healthcare, sports, and workwear, with the aim of setting a standard in the health-monitoring textile market. Nanoleq is committed to facilitating the rapid development and widespread adoption of smart textiles across multiple sectors, including robotics and aerospace.
Planted Foods
Series A in 2021
Planted Foods AG, founded in 2019 and based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of plant-based meat products. The company's offerings include planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, which are crafted using pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. By employing advanced technology, Planted Foods transforms these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein alternatives that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. Additionally, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate the sale of its products directly to customers.
Planted Foods
Series A in 2021
Planted Foods AG, founded in 2019 and based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of plant-based meat products. The company's offerings include planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, which are crafted using pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. By employing advanced technology, Planted Foods transforms these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein alternatives that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. Additionally, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate the sale of its products directly to customers.
Dame Products
Seed Round in 2021
Dame Products is a sexual wellness brand focused on creating well-engineered sex toys that enhance intimacy and empower women's sexual experiences. The company designs strap-free, non-intrusive vibrators tailored to meet diverse sexual needs, allowing users to integrate these products seamlessly into their sex lives. By prioritizing a consumer-centric approach, Dame Products engages with women and sex therapists to inform their designs, ensuring that their offerings address the complexities of female sexuality.
Expectful
Seed Round in 2021
Expectful is a digital health and wellness platform focused on supporting women throughout their reproductive journey, specifically before, during, and after pregnancy. The app offers a range of resources, including guided meditations, mindfulness exercises, and expert advice tailored to the needs of expectant and new mothers. By providing a non-pharmacologic and accessible solution, Expectful aims to alleviate prenatal and postpartum stress, ultimately enhancing maternal and infant health outcomes. Its research-backed approach ensures that users receive effective tools to navigate the mental and emotional challenges associated with pregnancy and early motherhood.
Toybox Labs
Funding Round in 2021
Toybox Labs offers an innovative 3D printing experience designed specifically for children, allowing them to create a wide variety of toys at home with ease. By providing access to thousands of toy designs that can be printed at the push of a button, Toybox Labs combines technology and creativity, encouraging imaginative play. Additionally, the company operates an online marketplace for toys, broadening its reach and providing more options for consumers. This dual approach positions Toybox Labs as a unique player in the toy industry, merging the traditional concept of play with modern 3D printing capabilities.
SkillYoga
Convertible Note in 2020
SkillYoga UG, established in 2018 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in providing online yoga classes tailored specifically for men. The company has developed a mobile health and fitness platform that offers a comprehensive online training system, featuring instructional videos on yoga and other fitness programs. This platform includes personalized training plans and a real-time progress tracker, allowing users to monitor their development daily. By offering a vast library of workouts created by professionals, SkillYoga aims to enhance users' functional strength, mobility, flexibility, and mindfulness. Additionally, it provides fitness enthusiasts with valuable health and fitness tips from industry experts.
Attn: Grace
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Attn: Grace, Inc. is a company that specializes in manufacturing and selling wellness products specifically designed for women's urinary incontinence. Founded in 2019 by Mia Abbruzzese and Alexandra Fennell, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Attn: Grace offers a range of products, including pads, briefs, liners, and wipes, which are made from innovative, plant-based materials derived from sugarcane waste. The company aims to provide high-performance, skin-safe protection while also addressing the stigma associated with urinary incontinence. Attn: Grace operates primarily online, ensuring discreet delivery and access to reliable information about the condition and available treatment options. As a Certified B Corp, the company is committed to promoting better overall health and wellbeing for women.
Zone7
Venture Round in 2020
Zone7 is a technology company founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in artificial intelligence-driven sports injury prediction software. The platform leverages data from wearable devices, medical records, and fitness profiles to forecast potential injuries, allowing for proactive measures to enhance athlete safety and performance. Zone7 serves over 30 professional sports franchises, offering insights that enable coaching staff to monitor athlete performance and injury risk effectively. Additionally, the technology is utilized in hospitals to ensure the well-being of medical staff by providing actionable recommendations for optimizing workload and recovery. By analyzing various data sources, Zone7 aims to protect and enhance the health and performance of both athletes and the elite workforce.
Nanoleq
Convertible Note in 2020
Nanoleq AG, established in 2017 and based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializes in the development and manufacturing of innovative electric cables using stretchable electronics. As a spinoff from ETH Zurich, the company focuses on integrating electronic functionalities into textiles, particularly for health monitoring. Its products utilize advanced conductive silicone technology to create soft sensors capable of recording vital signs such as heartbeat, electrocardiograms, and breathing patterns through comfortable and washable garments. These sensors are designed for various applications, including healthcare, sports, and workwear, with the aim of setting a standard in the health-monitoring textile market. Nanoleq is committed to facilitating the rapid development and widespread adoption of smart textiles across multiple sectors, including robotics and aerospace.
Nymbl Science
Series A in 2020
Nymbl Science is focused on enhancing balance and reducing falls among older adults through a scientifically validated digital training program. The company leverages medical science and mobile technology to offer a unique application that combines physical and cognitive training. Users engage in dual-tasking exercises that promote reflexive balance, using just a smartphone for approximately 10 minutes a day. This approach not only helps users measure and track their health care status but also empowers them to improve their balance, thereby boosting confidence and enhancing overall quality of life. Nymbl Science aims to prevent one million falls, ultimately allowing older adults to maintain their independence and enjoyment of life.
Pollie
Seed Round in 2020
Pollie operates an online teleconsultation platform focused on addressing hormonal imbalances and complex chronic conditions in women. By connecting patients with independent specialists, Pollie facilitates lead generation tailored to the specialists' practices. The platform allows users to communicate with healthcare professionals and inquire about various issues related to hormonal and sexual health, such as acne, hair loss, fatigue, and mood disorders. This approach aims to enhance the patient experience and improve overall well-being for women dealing with these health concerns.
Blue Farm
Convertible Note in 2020
Blue Farm offers vegan dairy alternatives for maximum freshness and minimal waste. It focuses on rethinking how milk is produced, delivered, and consumed. Blue Farm's products reduce packaging waste and emissions significantly while tasting amazing. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.
BioAesthetics
Series A in 2020
BioAesthetics LLC, founded in 2015 as a spin-out from Tulane University, is focused on developing innovative reconstruction options for breast cancer patients following mastectomies. The company specializes in a tissue-engineered nipple-areolar complex (NAC) that serves as an acellular graft to be used by plastic and reconstructive surgeons during the breast reconstruction phase. This product allows the patient's own cells to integrate with the graft, facilitating the regeneration of a natural nipple and areola. Currently in the pre-clinical phase, this patent-pending technology aims to provide a more effective and aesthetically pleasing solution for patients who have experienced incomplete or removed NACs due to illness, surgery, or congenital conditions. BioAesthetics is headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.
Eumentis Therapeutics
Series A in 2020
Eumentis Therapeutics Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2019 and based in Newton, Massachusetts, the company is advancing several product candidates, including EM-036, a nitroaminoadamantane NMDA receptor antagonist aimed at treating Alzheimer's disease and autism-spectrum disorders. Additionally, Eumentis is developing EM-221, an oral PDE10A inhibitor that targets the dopamine D2 pathway in the striatum to address neuropsychiatric conditions. The company also offers pre-clinical study, development, and testing services, leveraging insights into brain function to enhance treatment options in the healthcare sector.
Beelinguapp
Seed Round in 2020
Beelinguapp is a language learning application that offers a unique approach to acquiring foreign language skills through an engaging karaoke audiobook format. The app features side-by-side text displays in two languages, allowing users to read along in their target language while having a reference in their native language. It enhances the learning experience by providing audio narrated by real human voices, accompanied by a karaoke animation that synchronizes with the text. Users can explore a diverse catalog of stories, novels, news articles, and songs, which aids in improving reading comprehension and vocabulary retention. This innovative method makes language learning both enjoyable and effective.
Oga
Seed Round in 2020
Oga is developing an interactive fitness platform that aims to create a fully immersive workout experience. Utilizing advanced technology, Oga tracks and analyzes the movements of users through any device's camera, providing real-time feedback that simulates the experience of a personal workout studio. The platform allows individuals to participate in live sessions with trainers, enhancing the motivation and engagement typically found in in-person classes. By monitoring 18 joints of the human body, Oga's motion comparison technology ensures that users receive accurate guidance on their movements, enabling them to exercise effectively anytime and anywhere.
Infinite Roots
Series A in 2020
Infinite Roots is a technology-driven company focused on creating sustainable health and wellness products using natural ingredients. By blending traditional remedies with modern science, the company emphasizes the use of organic and ethically sourced materials to promote holistic well-being. Their product range includes herbal supplements, skincare, and wellness solutions designed to support natural healing and balance. Additionally, Infinite Roots has developed fermentation technology that cultivates mushroom mycelium, enabling the production of nutritious and sustainable food options, including meat alternatives. This innovative approach allows the company to offer diverse, flavorful products while maintaining a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and ethical practices.
Elma
Venture Round in 2020
Elma is a health technology company founded in 2017 and based in Barcelona, Catalonia. The company focuses on improving healthcare quality and affordability by integrating an insurance business model with an e-healthcare application. This application facilitates communication between doctors and patients, providing access to medical insurance and personalized medical services. Through its platform, patients can seek treatment for medical inquiries via chat, phone call, or video conference, allowing them to receive timely care whenever needed.
Volumetric
Seed Round in 2020
Volumetric, Inc. is a Houston-based company that specializes in advanced biomaterials and biofabrication through its innovative 3D bioprinting platform. Founded in 2014, Volumetric focuses on creating vascularized human tissue and developing bioprinters and bio inks for a range of applications, including life sciences, drug discovery, and medical devices. The company's technology aims to enhance research in biomaterials, cancer treatments, and the potential replacement of human organs, positioning it at the forefront of developments in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering.
mybacs
Seed Round in 2020
mybacs GmbH is a Swiss company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing microbiome-focused dietary supplements aimed at enhancing digestive health. The company offers a range of products tailored for travelers to various regions, including Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and Latin America. Dedicated to innovation, mybacs utilizes research-driven methods to create synbiotic supplements, which combine carefully selected probiotic cultures, prebiotics, vitamins, and minerals. These formulations are designed to meet the specific needs of customers and are free from gluten, lactose, and chemical side effects. By focusing on the human microbiome, mybacs aims to improve daily well-being and provide effective solutions for digestion and related health concerns.
InformAI
Seed Round in 2020
InformAI, LLC specializes in developing business analytics and artificial intelligence solutions tailored for the healthcare industry. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company offers a range of AI-powered tools designed to enhance diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency for healthcare organizations, medical device companies, and imaging firms. Their product suite includes classifiers for conditions such as brain cancer and paranasal sinus diseases, as well as surgical risk and patient outcome predictors. InformAI's software leverages advanced algorithms, including deep learning and natural language processing, to streamline image classification and analyze medical reports. By providing these innovative solutions, InformAI aims to facilitate quicker patient diagnoses and improve overall healthcare outcomes.
Copper Cow Coffee
Seed Round in 2020
Copper Cow Coffee is a premium specialty coffee company based in Los Angeles, California, that specializes in Vietnamese coffee products. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on providing accessible, high-quality coffee through innovative packaging and modern design. Copper Cow Coffee sources its beans from sustainable, organic farms in Vietnam, ensuring that its offerings support environmentally-conscious practices. The brand is known for its specialty Vietnamese lattes, which are sweetened with condensed milk and contain no artificial flavors or preservatives. By selling its products online, Copper Cow Coffee aims to make authentic Vietnamese coffee experiences available to customers throughout the United States.
Aether Biomedical
Seed Round in 2020
Aether Biomedical is a medical robotics startup dedicated to advancing rehabilitation robotics through AI-based biomedical signal processing. The company's flagship product, Zeus, is a multi-action bionic limb designed to provide an effective and affordable solution for upper limb amputees. By utilizing sophisticated biosignal processing, Aether Biomedical's devices enable users to achieve functional prosthesis capabilities, including a firm grasp that facilitates everyday activities. The individual control of the fingers allows the bionic limb to adapt to various objects, enhancing the quality of life for patients and integrating advanced medical technology into their daily routines.
Feebris
Funding Round in 2020
Feebris Ltd is a technology company founded in 2017 and based in Saffron Walden, United Kingdom. The company specializes in developing artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms aimed at the detection of respiratory conditions. Its platform integrates with various point-of-care devices, such as digital stethoscopes and wearables, to facilitate community-based diagnosis and monitoring. By leveraging its AI-driven software, Feebris enables non-clinical users to identify clinical deterioration early, thereby helping to prevent complications and reduce hospitalizations. The team at Feebris combines expertise in biomedical engineering, machine learning, and global health, all driven by a commitment to transforming healthcare into a more equitable, personalized, and patient-centered system.
Nymbl Science
Seed Round in 2020
Nymbl Science is focused on enhancing balance and reducing falls among older adults through a scientifically validated digital training program. The company leverages medical science and mobile technology to offer a unique application that combines physical and cognitive training. Users engage in dual-tasking exercises that promote reflexive balance, using just a smartphone for approximately 10 minutes a day. This approach not only helps users measure and track their health care status but also empowers them to improve their balance, thereby boosting confidence and enhancing overall quality of life. Nymbl Science aims to prevent one million falls, ultimately allowing older adults to maintain their independence and enjoyment of life.
AVE + EDAM
Seed Round in 2020
AVE + EDAM is a skincare product maker and retailer. Their products include night cream, day cream, day and night cream, personalized creams, face cream, body cream, and sets of creams.
CognifiSense
Funding Round in 2020
CognifiSense, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, California, specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) software solutions aimed at pain management and mental health treatment. Founded in 2015, the company offers a unique product known as virtual reality neuropsychological therapy (VRNT), which provides psychological and experiential training for chronic pain patients to help normalize their pain perception. In addition to VRNT, CognifiSense also provides pain measurement software that supports the assessment of pain levels. The company's innovative approach combines principles of neuroscience with proprietary technology to address maladaptive neuroplastic changes in the brain, ultimately enabling patients to enhance their mental and physical well-being through targeted digital therapeutics.
Rosy Wellness
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Rosy Wellness, Inc. is a Dallas-based company that specializes in developing an application aimed at enhancing sexual health and wellness for women experiencing decreased sexual desire. Since its founding in 2018, Rosy Wellness has provided a comprehensive resource comprising educational videos, sexual health assessments, and a customizable library of romantic and erotic stories. The platform also features guided sessions led by psychologists, allowing users to learn at their own pace. Through its evidence-based approach, the application offers a personalized wellness plan designed to help women achieve their unique sexual wellness goals in a convenient manner.
Curie
Venture Round in 2020
Curie Co is a life science company dedicated to developing sustainable alternatives to harmful chemicals by engineering enzymes and marine biomaterials. The company focuses on replacing petrochemical-based ingredients with 100% safe and sustainable options derived from recycled marine sources, branded as OceanSafe. Curie Co aims to provide consumers with familiar products available at major retailers like Walmart, Target, and CVS, all while maintaining competitive price points. Their innovative approach enables businesses across various industries to adopt eco-friendly packaging solutions without sacrificing quality or performance. By positioning itself as a trusted supplier of engineered enzymes and biopolymers, Curie Co strives to lead the way in promoting environmentally responsible practices in product development.
Digbi Health
Convertible Note in 2020
Digbi Health, LLC is a healthcare company that provides digital therapeutics services focused on personalized nutrition and wellness. Based in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Bengaluru, India, and Taguig, Philippines, the company leverages Precision Biology, incorporating genetics, gut microbiome analysis, and continuous glucose monitoring to address food-related health issues such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, and mental health conditions. Its platform offers a comprehensive range of health programs, including weight loss diets and personalized food recommendations, supported by an online application that tracks key metrics like stress, energy, and weight. Recently, Digbi Health launched a nationwide virtual clinic to prescribe GLP drugs, enhancing its multi-condition care approach for individuals with multiple chronic conditions. The services are designed to be accessible through employer partnerships and are covered by insurance, promoting sustainable weight management and overall health improvement.
Bloom Science
Venture Round in 2020
Bloom Science, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing neuroprotective medicines that leverage the microbiome to address epilepsy and other neurological conditions. Established in 2017, the company employs its proprietary IrisRx™ discovery platform, which utilizes insights into the Gut-Brain Axis to create therapeutics targeting rare and complex neurological disorders. This innovative approach aims to translate the therapeutic benefits of the ketogenic diet into effective medications, enhancing safety and efficacy. Bloom Science is advancing a diverse pipeline of therapeutic candidates aimed at conditions such as Dravet syndrome, other rare epilepsies, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), and various neurodegenerative and cognitive disorders, with a commitment to providing improved treatment options for patients facing serious, life-altering illnesses.
Dr. SAM
Seed Round in 2020
Dr. SAM is a digital veterinary consultation platform based in Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, founded in 2018. The company connects pet owners with experienced veterinarians for online healthcare diagnoses. Through its platform, users can book appointments, discuss concerns via video chat, and seek professional advice, providing pet owners with convenient access to veterinary care at any time. This service aims to simplify the process of obtaining veterinary advice, ensuring that pet owners can address their concerns efficiently and effectively.
GrayMatters Health
Seed Round in 2020
GrayMatters Health is a health technology company focused on developing digital therapeutics aimed at addressing mental disorders through the regulation of brain processes. By utilizing an approach grounded in neuroscience, the company provides solutions that enhance the efficacy, safety, and accessibility of mental healthcare. Their offerings empower healthcare professionals and patients alike, enabling individuals with neurological disorders to manage their conditions more effectively and conveniently. GrayMatters Health aims to bridge existing gaps in mental health treatment, promoting better outcomes for those affected by these challenges.
Noctrix Health
Funding Round in 2020
Noctrix Health, Inc. is an early-stage medical device company based in Menlo Park, California, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing therapeutic wearable devices aimed at treating chronic neurological and sleep disorders, particularly focusing on restless leg syndrome. Its innovative device utilizes neural circuitry to alleviate symptoms and promote undisturbed sleep, empowering patients to better manage their chronic medical conditions.
Rosy Wellness
Seed Round in 2020
Rosy Wellness, Inc. is a Dallas-based company that specializes in developing an application aimed at enhancing sexual health and wellness for women experiencing decreased sexual desire. Since its founding in 2018, Rosy Wellness has provided a comprehensive resource comprising educational videos, sexual health assessments, and a customizable library of romantic and erotic stories. The platform also features guided sessions led by psychologists, allowing users to learn at their own pace. Through its evidence-based approach, the application offers a personalized wellness plan designed to help women achieve their unique sexual wellness goals in a convenient manner.
DermBiont
Debt Financing in 2020
DermBiont, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing skin microbial therapeutics aimed at treating, curing, and preventing skin diseases. Founded in 2017 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Emeryville, California, DermBiont operates at the intersection of dermatology and the microbiome. The company leverages naturally occurring microbes on human skin, which have evolved to compete with pathogenic organisms such as fungi, bacteria, and viruses. DermBiont's product portfolio includes therapeutics for various skin conditions, including fungal infections and hyperpigmentation disorders like melasma, as well as treatments for seborrheic keratoses. The company employs a unique discovery platform that utilizes its skin microbiome library, integrating prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics to develop innovative topical therapies with defined mechanisms of action.
Folia Health
Convertible Note in 2020
Folia Health, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has developed a web application that allows family caregivers to record daily observations regarding a patient's health. This innovative platform facilitates the entry of health outcomes data, which can be shared with the care team during medical appointments, thereby improving patient care. By focusing on the experiences of caregivers and patients dealing with complex diseases, Folia Health provides a valuable tool for parents of children with chronic conditions. The application supports precision diagnostics and patient-centered drug development by capturing longitudinal data and offering proprietary analytic methods. This approach aims to enhance the understanding of disease burden and treatment impact, contributing to a more home-centered, data-driven healthcare ecosystem.
Toybox Labs
Seed Round in 2020
Toybox Labs offers an innovative 3D printing experience designed specifically for children, allowing them to create a wide variety of toys at home with ease. By providing access to thousands of toy designs that can be printed at the push of a button, Toybox Labs combines technology and creativity, encouraging imaginative play. Additionally, the company operates an online marketplace for toys, broadening its reach and providing more options for consumers. This dual approach positions Toybox Labs as a unique player in the toy industry, merging the traditional concept of play with modern 3D printing capabilities.
WholyMe
Seed Round in 2020
WholyMe Ltd, founded in 2018 and based in London, specializes in producing natural relief products aimed at alleviating chronic pain and everyday stress. The company offers a range of all-natural and organic-certified remedies, including supplements and topical treatments. These products are free from preservatives, parabens, chemicals, and synthetics, providing customers with an effective alternative to conventional painkillers that often come with adverse side effects. WholyMe's focus on health and wellness underscores its commitment to delivering safe and effective relief solutions for those suffering from various pain conditions.
Lazarus
Convertible Note in 2020
Lazarus Enterprises Inc. is a company that develops and operates a clinical decision support platform aimed at improving cancer detection. Founded in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lazarus utilizes patient health data and artificial intelligence to enhance diagnostic accuracy for skin and cervical cancers. The platform provides automatic analysis of medical images and delivers instant results, ensuring seamless integration with electronic health records. By supporting healthcare professionals in early cancer detection, Lazarus aims to contribute to better patient outcomes and more effective treatment strategies.
Breakthrough
Convertible Note in 2020
Breakthrough build privacy-focused applications that support people living with chronic disease and connect them to researchers.
Declare
Venture Round in 2019
Declare is a company that provides leadership training and career advancement opportunities specifically for professional women. Founded in 2016 and based in New York Mills, New York, Declare focuses on helping women at all stages of their careers through a combination of professional development, mentorship, and community engagement. The company's platform, Declare Lead, facilitates thriving communities in major cities such as San Francisco, London, Boston, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. It offers members access to both in-person and online leadership training, curated networking groups, and valuable resources aimed at fostering high-performing diverse teams within organizations.
Infinite Roots
Venture Round in 2019
Infinite Roots is a technology-driven company focused on creating sustainable health and wellness products using natural ingredients. By blending traditional remedies with modern science, the company emphasizes the use of organic and ethically sourced materials to promote holistic well-being. Their product range includes herbal supplements, skincare, and wellness solutions designed to support natural healing and balance. Additionally, Infinite Roots has developed fermentation technology that cultivates mushroom mycelium, enabling the production of nutritious and sustainable food options, including meat alternatives. This innovative approach allows the company to offer diverse, flavorful products while maintaining a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and ethical practices.
Gourmey
Venture Round in 2019
Gourmey is a cultivated meat company based in Paris, France, founded in 2019. It specializes in producing ethical foie gras derived from duck cells, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional methods that involve force-feeding and slaughter. By cultivating animal cells in a controlled laboratory environment, Gourmey creates meat products that prioritize health, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare. The company aims to provide delicious meat options for consumers who are conscious of their choices and seek innovative solutions in the food industry.
Speechly
Seed Round in 2019
Speechly develops automatic speech recognition software that translates spoken words into actionable tasks. By leveraging deep learning and natural language processing technologies, the company creates voice interfaces for professional tools and services. Its software incorporates audio processing, speech recognition, and voice activity detection to improve command recognition. This enables developers to enhance the user experience of their applications in a cost-effective manner.
AVA
Venture Round in 2019
AVA is a developer of a lightweight health device that monitors and filters pollutants. Its health device uses air quality sensors to filter small particles, which can be charged using a USB port and regulated through an application with the increasing levels of air impurities that enable users to protect themselves from specific pollutant details that can negatively affect their health.
Rosy Wellness
Venture Round in 2019
Rosy Wellness, Inc. is a Dallas-based company that specializes in developing an application aimed at enhancing sexual health and wellness for women experiencing decreased sexual desire. Since its founding in 2018, Rosy Wellness has provided a comprehensive resource comprising educational videos, sexual health assessments, and a customizable library of romantic and erotic stories. The platform also features guided sessions led by psychologists, allowing users to learn at their own pace. Through its evidence-based approach, the application offers a personalized wellness plan designed to help women achieve their unique sexual wellness goals in a convenient manner.
H2L
Venture Round in 2019
H2L Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that focuses on researching and developing electric stimulation devices to enhance human interaction with virtual environments. Founded in 2012, H2L offers innovative products such as UnlimitedHand, a virtual reality gaming controller that utilizes electronic muscle stimulation to enable users to control finger movements and experience touch in a virtual space. Additionally, the company markets PossessedHand, a device worn on the forearm that applies electrical stimuli to control finger movements, making it suitable for rehabilitation and learning support applications. H2L is also exploring technologies that facilitate shared body experiences between users and virtual avatars, enhancing engagement in gaming and immersive environments.
Planted Foods
Seed Round in 2019
Planted Foods AG, founded in 2019 and based in Zürich, Switzerland, specializes in the development of plant-based meat products. The company's offerings include planted chicken and BBQ planted chicken, which are crafted using pea protein, pea fiber, sunflower oil, and water to replicate the taste, texture, and mouthfeel of traditional animal meat. By employing advanced technology, Planted Foods transforms these natural ingredients into nutritious, high-protein alternatives that appeal to consumers seeking plant-based options. Additionally, the company operates an e-commerce platform to facilitate the sale of its products directly to customers.
Nymbl Science
Seed Round in 2019
Nymbl Science is focused on enhancing balance and reducing falls among older adults through a scientifically validated digital training program. The company leverages medical science and mobile technology to offer a unique application that combines physical and cognitive training. Users engage in dual-tasking exercises that promote reflexive balance, using just a smartphone for approximately 10 minutes a day. This approach not only helps users measure and track their health care status but also empowers them to improve their balance, thereby boosting confidence and enhancing overall quality of life. Nymbl Science aims to prevent one million falls, ultimately allowing older adults to maintain their independence and enjoyment of life.
Elma
Series A in 2019
Elma is a health technology company founded in 2017 and based in Barcelona, Catalonia. The company focuses on improving healthcare quality and affordability by integrating an insurance business model with an e-healthcare application. This application facilitates communication between doctors and patients, providing access to medical insurance and personalized medical services. Through its platform, patients can seek treatment for medical inquiries via chat, phone call, or video conference, allowing them to receive timely care whenever needed.
Phyla
Seed Round in 2019
Phyla is engaged in the development of alternative therapies aimed at addressing bacterial infections and skin conditions, particularly acne. The company employs microbiome technology to create probiotic skincare products that promote skin health while minimizing damage. Unlike traditional approaches that focus on adding beneficial bacteria, Phyla's innovative platform utilizes bacteriophages to selectively remove harmful bacteria from the microbiome. This subtractive method allows for a more targeted treatment, aiming to restore a balanced and healthy skin environment without adversely affecting beneficial bacterial strains. By offering a minimalist acne treatment system, Phyla provides an effective solution for customers seeking to manage acne while preserving skin integrity.
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