Mergus Ventures

Mergus Ventures, founded in 2021 and based in Nova Lima, Brazil, is a venture capital firm that focuses on investments in sectors poised for transformative change. The firm targets health technology, education technology, finance technology, law technology, and deep technology, identifying opportunities where technology can drive significant advancements in business and consumer relationships. Mergus Ventures is dedicated to supporting innovations that are shaping the future and enhancing societal progress.

Daniel Sarquis

Managing Partner and Co-Founder

24 past transactions

Spaceium

Seed Round in 2025
Spaceium develops a spacecraft docking system to support interplanetary missions. Its docking mechanism aims to offer solutions in the fields of In-space refueling with sustainable fueling stations can be an essential part of space exploration. The company's service hubs efficiently store and transfer cryogenic (extremely cold) and non-cryogenic fuels with zero loss during storage and transfer.

Starcloud

Seed Round in 2024
Starcloud is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space, scaleable to gigawatt capacity. Falling launch costs allow Starcloud to take advantage of the abundant energy, passive cooling, and high-speed connectivity in space.

ZeroPath

Pre Seed Round in 2024
ZeroPath is a company specializing in computer and network security, focusing on identifying and resolving software vulnerabilities. It has developed an automated red-teaming tool designed to be accessible and affordable for businesses of all sizes. This tool conducts automated analysis of web applications to pinpoint security weaknesses and verifies these vulnerabilities through exploit development and testing. By automating tasks typically carried out by red teams, ZeroPath helps clients reduce costs and enhance the speed of their development processes.

Spaceium

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Spaceium develops a spacecraft docking system to support interplanetary missions. Its docking mechanism aims to offer solutions in the fields of In-space refueling with sustainable fueling stations can be an essential part of space exploration. The company's service hubs efficiently store and transfer cryogenic (extremely cold) and non-cryogenic fuels with zero loss during storage and transfer.

Weave Robotics

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Weave Robotics is a Robotics Engineering firm offering Personal robots for the home.

Conductor Quantum

Pre Seed Round in 2024
Conductor Quantum is building quantum computers on silicon chips. Our AI-software creates qubits 1000x faster than current methods.

TissueLabs

Pre Seed Round in 2024
TissueLabs is the platform for creating organs and tissues in the lab. We offer biomaterials, equipment, and services to support tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our products are created to allow performing state-of-the-art research, from drug discovery to organ fabrication. Currently, we are focused on attending the academic life sciences market. In the future, our mission is to fabricate lab-grown tissues and organs, for both research and therapeutic applications.

Cellva Ingredients

Seed Round in 2024
Cellva Ingredients is a biotechnology startup that harnesses the rich biodiversity of the Brazilian biome to craft novel flavor carriers, less saturated fats, and essential fatty acids through cellular cultivation and microencapsulation. The company has garnered recognition through its involvement in esteemed acceleration programs such as Proveg International and boasts the sole privately-owned development center in Brazil.

HyLight

Seed Round in 2023
Hylight specializes in aerial monitoring and inspection of energy infrastructures, focusing on enhancing resilience to climate change. The company operates unmanned airship systems that facilitate sustainable and accessible aerial data collection and analysis. Hylight provides detailed inspections of power lines, gas pipelines, and compressor stations, allowing clients to diagnose issues such as disease and stress in infrastructure. By delivering comprehensive reports on the condition of these assets, Hylight enables clients to identify vulnerabilities that could lead to outages, ultimately supporting the maintenance and improvement of critical energy systems.

Invitris

Seed Round in 2023
Invitris is a biotechnology company focused on developing protein-based drugs, specifically targeting the growing challenge of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The company manufactures bacteriophages, which are viruses that infect and kill bacteria, providing an innovative approach to treating bacterial infections. Invitris synthesizes custom phages using a streamlined system that allows for thorough quality assessment and control. This enables the delivery of personalized treatment options for patients based on individual diagnostics, ensuring both safety and efficacy in combating bacterial infections.

Moya Aero

Seed Round in 2023
Moya Aero specializes in the design, manufacture, and operation of all-electric unmanned aerial vehicles tailored for cargo delivery and precision logistics. The company focuses on developing automated cargo drones that serve various logistics applications, addressing the challenges associated with traditional transportation methods. Moya's innovative solutions aim to enhance productivity while significantly reducing operating costs and environmental impact, contributing to a more sustainable future for the logistics industry.

Powerups

Seed Round in 2023
Powerups Inc is revolutionizing the way LLM apps are deployed, offering a platform where production-ready endpoints can be crafted with prompt power, backed by logs, versioning, and hassle-free rollback. Users can securely connect their data to build apps and visualizations without any coding, assured that their data remains secure under SOC2 policies. The platform encourages remixing and collaboration, allowing for the publication of transformative prototypes or innovative internal tools, either for team usage or public access. Powerups Inc advocates for productive use of time, facilitating streamlined app development and deployment processes.

Done Properly

Debt Financing in 2023
Done Properly Company SpA is a food technology company based in Santiago, Chile, founded in 2017. It specializes in manufacturing vitamins and nutritional supplements, including probiotic drinks, protein powders, and food ingredients aimed at enhancing gastrointestinal health. The company focuses on developing innovative ingredients through fermentation technologies, catering to the food industry’s need for healthier and more sustainable products. By collaborating with consumer packaged goods companies and major global food corporations, Done Properly enables these partners to reformulate their offerings in line with emerging consumer trends for healthier and environmentally friendly options, all while maintaining the existing consumer experience.

Tarvos

Seed Round in 2023
Tarvos is a Brazilian company established in 2017, specializing in agricultural pest monitoring solutions. It has developed a sensor-based trap that counts and classifies insects, providing real-time data to farmers. This technology helps identify pest locations and optimal intervention times, enabling timely and effective pest control. Additionally, the platform assesses pest pressure and potential crop damage, facilitating informed decision-making regarding insecticide application. By offering these insights, Tarvos aims to enhance crop monitoring and improve agricultural yields for its clients.

TissueLabs

Pre Seed Round in 2023
TissueLabs is the platform for creating organs and tissues in the lab. We offer biomaterials, equipment, and services to support tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our products are created to allow performing state-of-the-art research, from drug discovery to organ fabrication. Currently, we are focused on attending the academic life sciences market. In the future, our mission is to fabricate lab-grown tissues and organs, for both research and therapeutic applications.

Jusfy

Seed Round in 2022
Jusfy is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform developer focused on consolidating legal tools into a single platform. The company offers a comprehensive legal platform designed for both lawyers and accountants, providing essential legal services and consulting for individuals and businesses. This platform equips clients with all the necessary software tools to effectively manage their legal activities, streamlining processes and enhancing accessibility to legal resources.

Mooney

Angel Round in 2022
Mooney develops a practical financial literacy methodology. They provide financial literacy in a practical way. Thier products includes mooney lab i, mooney young, and mooney kids.

FabNS

Seed Round in 2022
FabNS is a manufacturer of scientific-grade instruments designed for micro and nano spectroscopy, catering to both research and industrial applications. The company specializes in providing analytical tools that facilitate the analysis of large optical spectroscopy datasets, empowering users to conduct complex analyses without the need for coding. In addition to its instrumentation, FabNS offers advanced software solutions and consulting services focused on optical spectral analysis. Through its comprehensive approach, the company supports industrial research and development, as well as specialized characterization services for nanoscale samples.

Neuralmind

Seed Round in 2022
NeuralMind is a Brazilian startup focused on developing advanced solutions for information extraction from documents and databases. The company's flagship product, NeuralsearchX, is a proprietary search engine that integrates with various enterprise databases to provide accurate answers to complex inquiries, catering to both staff and customer assistance. NeuralMind's platform excels in recognizing and classifying diverse document types and images, enabling the extraction and analysis of pertinent data. This capability allows clients to enhance operational efficiency while reducing risks and transaction errors in their interactions with both clients and suppliers. Through its innovative technology, NeuralMind aims to optimize decision-making processes for enterprises.

Lume Robotics

Seed Round in 2022
Lume Robotics is focused on developing advanced robotic systems that integrate hardware and software to enhance autonomous vehicle operations. The company's technology enables vehicles to operate fully autonomously, eliminating the need for human drivers. This innovation aims to improve safety on the roads by reducing the incidence of crashes. Lume Robotics specializes in areas such as artificial intelligence, computer vision, deep learning, and neural networks, all of which contribute to the advancement of self-driving technology.

Nano Food

Seed Round in 2022
Nano Food specializes in food coatings with nanotechnology focused on preserving post-harvest fruits and vegetables.

Urban Farmcy

Seed Round in 2022
Urban Farmcy is a company dedicated to transforming the future of food by promoting sustainability and optimizing health through its plant-based offerings. By minimizing the distance between cultivation and consumption, Urban Farmcy ensures that food is fresher, tastier, and more nutritious while reducing environmental impact. The company employs advanced technology to recycle water and minimize waste, enabling year-round indoor cultivation that is resilient to climate change. Urban Farmcy’s complete operational chain—from cultivation to consumption—focuses on extracting the vital power of plants, allowing health-conscious consumers to enjoy delicious meals that also contribute to the planet's well-being.

Logpyx

Seed Round in 2022
LogPyx is a technology-based company located in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, that specializes in providing software solutions for logistics and industrial optimization. Their platform focuses on enhancing productivity through streamlined logistical processes, improving inventory management, and preventing workplace accidents. Utilizing advanced technologies such as Ultra Wideband (UWB), Local Position System (LPS), and Artificial Intelligence (AI), LogPyx offers real-time visibility into logistical flows, enabling clients to manage their operations more efficiently. The company is also recognized for its commitment to social initiatives, including the Seal of Good program, which donates wheelchairs to individuals with disabilities for every specified amount of aluminum can seals collected.

PecSmart

Seed Round in 2022
PecSmart is a company focused on enhancing productivity in animal production through information management and precision livestock technology. It manufactures devices designed to control various aspects of animal production. Its product offerings aim to reduce feed consumption costs, optimize logistics, and enable targeted treatments for livestock. By providing these solutions, PecSmart helps farmers adjust their production rates in response to market opportunities, ultimately improving efficiency and profitability in the agricultural sector.
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