Capro-X
Seed Round in 2025
Capro-X is an ag-tech company focused on sustainability in the dairy industry. It develops fermentation bioprocess technology to convert acid whey, a dairy waste stream, into valuable products such as bio-oils, biofuels, and bioplastics, while producing clean water. The WheyAway treatment uses naturally occurring, non-GMO microbes to upgrade dairy waste on site at the point of generation. By upcycling acid from dairy waste, Capro-X helps dairy producers reduce waste and improve sustainability and yield over time. Founded in 2017 and based in Ithaca, New York, Capro-X serves dairy processors seeking to turn waste streams into value.
Somatic
Venture Round in 2025
Founded in 2018, Somatic specializes in robotic cleaning services for commercial bathrooms. Its robots clean restrooms via virtual reality programming, reducing operational costs by up to 50% and improving hygiene.
Brightwater Tools
Seed Round in 2024
Brightwater Tools, headquartered in Vermont, is a woman-led startup specializing in sustainable sanitation solutions. The company has developed a unique, building-scale wastewater nutrient recovery system that transforms high-strength wastewater into natural, nutrient-rich fertilizer. This process not only reduces harmful algal blooms by minimizing nutrient discharge into waterways but also promotes a circular economy by recycling valuable resources. Brightwater Tools' system comprises three proprietary pieces of equipment, each facilitating key wastewater processes and available for individual or combined sale. The company aims to become a significant equipment provider in this industry, with a strong customer base expected as it completes prototype and beta testing.
Quorum Earth
Seed Round in 2024
Quorum Earth, based in Brooklyn, New York, is a pioneering agricultural technology company. It specializes in the development of innovative, eco-friendly pesticides, harnessing the power of the fungal kingdom to create products that are safe for the planet and effective in controlling pests. Currently, the company operates in stealth mode.
Gatehouse Bio
Convertible Note in 2024
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Capro-X
Seed Round in 2024
Capro-X is an ag-tech company focused on sustainability in the dairy industry. It develops fermentation bioprocess technology to convert acid whey, a dairy waste stream, into valuable products such as bio-oils, biofuels, and bioplastics, while producing clean water. The WheyAway treatment uses naturally occurring, non-GMO microbes to upgrade dairy waste on site at the point of generation. By upcycling acid from dairy waste, Capro-X helps dairy producers reduce waste and improve sustainability and yield over time. Founded in 2017 and based in Ithaca, New York, Capro-X serves dairy processors seeking to turn waste streams into value.
Helex
Convertible Note in 2024
Helex is a biotechnology company developing genomic medicines for kidney-related diseases. It leverages its own genomics data, bioinformatics, and an intelligent data-driven platform to design, verify, and deliver therapy-specific gRNAs, with a focus on non-viral targeted delivery and genome editing for renal indications. The company's platform uses data-driven deep-learning models and high-throughput sequencing data from CRISPR edits in human cell lines to generate reliable predictions and validate them in-house. By combining these capabilities, Helex aims to accelerate CRISPR-based drug research and the development of cell and gene therapies for kidney conditions, offering precise and scalable renal therapeutics.
Strados Labs
Convertible Note in 2024
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in respiratory health management through innovative sensor-based solutions. Founded in 2016, the company has developed a wearable device that provides real-time insights into breathing patterns, sounds, and speed. This device is equipped with clinical-grade biosensors and smart software, allowing for continuous monitoring of respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting to a mobile application, Strados enables users and healthcare providers to access and analyze respiratory data, facilitating informed health decisions and remote patient monitoring.
Farmshelf
Venture Round in 2024
Farmshelf Corp. is a Brooklyn-based company that designs and manages modular urban farms, specifically tailored for indoor environments. Founded in 2015, Farmshelf provides an automated hydroponic farming solution that allows users—whether at home or in restaurants—to grow a variety of fruits and vegetables in a compact, bookcase-sized unit. This innovative system is engineered to cultivate produce three times faster than traditional farming methods while utilizing 90 percent less water. The technology automatically manages watering and nutrient delivery, and it includes analytics to monitor plant growth, thereby reducing the need for packaging, pesticides, and food waste. Farmshelf aims to bring the benefits of fresh, locally grown food to urban settings, enhancing accessibility and sustainability in food production.
Lura Health
Seed Round in 2023
Lura Health develops a non-invasive continuous health monitoring platform that uses saliva as a diagnostic fluid. The company integrates micro-sensors into orthodontic devices such as retainers, aligners, and brackets to continuously measure saliva analytes and securely transmit data to a smartphone app, enabling users to monitor oral health metrics and potentially support broader chronic disease management. Target markets include heart disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and tooth decay. Founded in 2017, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Founded in 2015, Bite Inc. specializes in digital ordering solutions for the hospitality industry. Its primary offerings include bitekiosk, a kiosk ordering software for guests, and biteFLASH, a QR code-based mobile interface for contactless ordering.
Gatehouse Bio
Convertible Note in 2023
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Pannex Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2023
Pannex Therapeutics is a New York-based biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative cancer therapies. It specializes in Pannexin 1 channel blockers, a novel class of drugs designed to inhibit multiple pathways, preventing cancer cell growth, metastasis, and survival.
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
Protogenix
Convertible Note in 2023
Protogenix develops a platform technology to replace the mammalian cell system for manufacturing complex proteins. The decentralized plug-and-play platform enables high-yield production at greater speed and lower cost, helping food and pharmaceutical producers access sustainably produced, safe protein ingredients while aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of animal agriculture.
MIMiC Systems
Seed Round in 2023
MIMiC Systems designs solid-state heating and cooling systems at a building scale.
It was founded in 2022 by Berardo Matalucci and Theodorian Borca-Tasciuc and is located in Brooklyn, New York.
Bite
Convertible Note in 2023
Founded in 2015, Bite Inc. specializes in digital ordering solutions for the hospitality industry. Its primary offerings include bitekiosk, a kiosk ordering software for guests, and biteFLASH, a QR code-based mobile interface for contactless ordering.
Hidden Gems
Seed Round in 2023
Hidden Gems is a beverage company that offers Reveal, a first and only avocado seed beverage.
The company's mission is to create beautiful, environmentally safe, and socially responsible upcycled products by discovering the hidden value in the food people would normally call trash. Hidden gems aims to reduce food waste, continue to create and support sustainable systems for sustainable living.
The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Pear Bio
Convertible Note in 2023
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
Tandem is a company that specializes in electrification solutions for heavy-duty vehicles, focusing on class 8 trucks. The company aims to revolutionize the supply chain by providing innovative hybrid electric refrigerated trailers that eliminate the upfront costs, risks, and infrastructure challenges associated with traditional electric drivetrains. With a commitment to enhancing sustainability in transportation, Tandem operates from offices located in New York and Florida.
BioCraft Pet Nutrition
Seed Round in 2022
BioCraft Pet Nutrition is a biotechnology company focused on creating sustainable and nutritious pet food for dogs and cats. Established in 2016 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the company specializes in developing all-natural, organic products that incorporate innovative ingredients such as probiotics, nutritional yeast, and cultured meat. BioCraft aims to promote the health of pets while minimizing environmental impact and animal harm. The company's unique approach leverages green biotechnology to produce its offerings, which are available for purchase online. Through its commitment to sustainability and animal welfare, BioCraft Pet Nutrition stands out as a pioneer in the pet food industry.
BioROSA Technologies
Convertible Note in 2022
BioROSA Technologies Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing diagnostic tools for Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Belmont, Massachusetts, the company specializes in creating biologically-based blood tests that assist clinicians in identifying individuals at risk for ASD. By utilizing machine learning to analyze biological data, BioROSA Technologies aims to provide reliable and accurate diagnoses, facilitating early detection and timely treatment. Additionally, the company's technology supports therapeutic trials by evaluating pharmacodynamics and patient stratification, thereby enhancing the overall standard of care for ASD.
Pneuma is a biotechnology company based in New York, USA. It develops sustainable products through innovative biological processes.
Harmony Baby Nutrition
Seed Round in 2022
Harmony is a biotechnology startup that creates human breast milk protein-based infant nutrition designed to help human babies thrive. It is the world’s first dairy-free, allergen-free and environmentally friendly infant nutrition.
Harmony Baby Nutrition was established in 2018 and is based in Boston, MA.
Protogenix
Seed Round in 2022
Protogenix develops a platform technology to replace the mammalian cell system for manufacturing complex proteins. The decentralized plug-and-play platform enables high-yield production at greater speed and lower cost, helping food and pharmaceutical producers access sustainably produced, safe protein ingredients while aiming to reduce the carbon footprint of animal agriculture.
Looking Glass Factory
Series B in 2022
Founded in 2015, Looking Glass Factory develops and manufactures holographic displays designed for 3D creators. Its flagship product, the Looking Glass, combines light field and volumetric display technologies to enable users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without needing VR or AR headsets.
Helex is a biotechnology company developing genomic medicines for kidney-related diseases. It leverages its own genomics data, bioinformatics, and an intelligent data-driven platform to design, verify, and deliver therapy-specific gRNAs, with a focus on non-viral targeted delivery and genome editing for renal indications. The company's platform uses data-driven deep-learning models and high-throughput sequencing data from CRISPR edits in human cell lines to generate reliable predictions and validate them in-house. By combining these capabilities, Helex aims to accelerate CRISPR-based drug research and the development of cell and gene therapies for kidney conditions, offering precise and scalable renal therapeutics.
Gatehouse Bio
Seed Round in 2022
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Edge Foods
Seed Round in 2022
Edge Foods is a New York City-based company that addresses the scaling challenges faced by the cultured meat sector. The company has developed a platform technology designed to produce high-performing and affordable growth factors and recombinant proteins. This innovative approach allows for the creation of tasty and cost-effective meat alternatives that cater to health-conscious consumers, ensuring that meat lovers can enjoy their favorite foods while promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Looking Glass Factory
Convertible Note in 2022
Founded in 2015, Looking Glass Factory develops and manufactures holographic displays designed for 3D creators. Its flagship product, the Looking Glass, combines light field and volumetric display technologies to enable users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without needing VR or AR headsets.
Prospective Research
Convertible Note in 2022
Prospective Research, Inc., based in Beverly, Massachusetts, specializes in developing innovative solutions for antibiotic discovery and disease management in aquaculture. Founded in 2015, the company utilizes its proprietary MicrobeMiner platform to access untapped antibiotics by mimicking natural soil stimuli. Its GeneMiner technology aligns specific microbes with targeted stimuli, while the StimKeys technology reproduces these stimuli to unlock microbial natural products. Additionally, Prospective Research is pioneering feed-integrated preventative disease management solutions that eliminate the need for traditional antibiotics in aquaculture. By employing microbial signaling molecules, the company can modulate bacterial behavior and deliver therapeutics directly to the gut of farmed species. Prospective Research introduces trillions of beneficial bacteria into the microbiome of fin-fish, shrimp, and shellfish, enabling selective activation of bacterial genes that produce bio-active therapeutics to combat various pathogens.
Gatehouse Bio
Convertible Note in 2022
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Pannex Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2022
Pannex Therapeutics is a New York-based biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative cancer therapies. It specializes in Pannexin 1 channel blockers, a novel class of drugs designed to inhibit multiple pathways, preventing cancer cell growth, metastasis, and survival.
Tesarakt
Convertible Note in 2022
Tesarakt is a New York City-based company founded in 2022 that specializes in developing predictive artificial intelligence technology for brain care. The company focuses on enhancing neuro-diagnosis by employing advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques. Tesarakt utilizes a comprehensive database of conventional MRI scans to improve the predictive capabilities of medical professionals, enabling earlier detection of neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease, often before the onset of initial symptoms. Through its innovative approach, Tesarakt aims to transform the way neurological conditions are diagnosed and managed.
Tesarakt
Seed Round in 2022
Tesarakt is a New York City-based company founded in 2022 that specializes in developing predictive artificial intelligence technology for brain care. The company focuses on enhancing neuro-diagnosis by employing advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques. Tesarakt utilizes a comprehensive database of conventional MRI scans to improve the predictive capabilities of medical professionals, enabling earlier detection of neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease, often before the onset of initial symptoms. Through its innovative approach, Tesarakt aims to transform the way neurological conditions are diagnosed and managed.
Eachday
Seed Round in 2022
Eachday is a Pittsburgh-based digital health management company focused on providing tools and evidence-based techniques for self-managing ADHD. The company offers an ADHD self-management application designed to assist users in effectively managing their daily lives. By tracking behaviors and interests, such as task completion, cognitive failures, and self-reported symptoms, Eachday creates personalized profiles that help users gain insights into their cognitive patterns. This approach enables individuals to visualize their time and develop structured routines, ultimately aiming to alleviate ADHD symptoms as they arise and lessen the cognitive burden associated with everyday activities.
Eachday
Convertible Note in 2022
Eachday is a Pittsburgh-based digital health management company focused on providing tools and evidence-based techniques for self-managing ADHD. The company offers an ADHD self-management application designed to assist users in effectively managing their daily lives. By tracking behaviors and interests, such as task completion, cognitive failures, and self-reported symptoms, Eachday creates personalized profiles that help users gain insights into their cognitive patterns. This approach enables individuals to visualize their time and develop structured routines, ultimately aiming to alleviate ADHD symptoms as they arise and lessen the cognitive burden associated with everyday activities.
Conan MedTech
Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2020, Conan MedTech specializes in developing rapid point-of-care diagnostic tests for concussions. Its innovative technology enables sports medicine professionals and coaches to make informed decisions on the sideline during games, revolutionizing mild traumatic brain injury diagnosis.
Conan MedTech
Convertible Note in 2022
Founded in 2020, Conan MedTech specializes in developing rapid point-of-care diagnostic tests for concussions. Its innovative technology enables sports medicine professionals and coaches to make informed decisions on the sideline during games, revolutionizing mild traumatic brain injury diagnosis.
Founded in 2015, Bite Inc. specializes in digital ordering solutions for the hospitality industry. Its primary offerings include bitekiosk, a kiosk ordering software for guests, and biteFLASH, a QR code-based mobile interface for contactless ordering.
Founded in 2018, Somatic specializes in robotic cleaning services for commercial bathrooms. Its robots clean restrooms via virtual reality programming, reducing operational costs by up to 50% and improving hygiene.
Cellens
Seed Round in 2022
Cellens is a medical device company based in Medford, Massachusetts, and is a spinoff from Tufts University, established in 2019. The company focuses on enhancing cancer detection through noninvasive screening methods. It has developed a cell surface scanning platform that utilizes atomic force microscopy imaging and machine learning to assist oncologists in the detection of bladder cancer. By analyzing physio-biomarkers on cell surfaces derived from urine samples, Cellens provides a diagnostic score that helps healthcare professionals minimize the need for invasive and costly procedures, thereby improving patient outcomes in bladder cancer diagnostics.
Cellens
Convertible Note in 2022
Cellens is a medical device company based in Medford, Massachusetts, and is a spinoff from Tufts University, established in 2019. The company focuses on enhancing cancer detection through noninvasive screening methods. It has developed a cell surface scanning platform that utilizes atomic force microscopy imaging and machine learning to assist oncologists in the detection of bladder cancer. By analyzing physio-biomarkers on cell surfaces derived from urine samples, Cellens provides a diagnostic score that helps healthcare professionals minimize the need for invasive and costly procedures, thereby improving patient outcomes in bladder cancer diagnostics.
Haptic (WearWorks)
Convertible Note in 2021
Haptic (WearWorks), a B2B SaaS company creating a universal language through touch.
We have patented the haptic navigation technology, which made history. Haptic guided the first runner who is blind in the NYC Marathon with their HapticNav app.Â
Haptic is redefining inclusive mobility. Our patented technology uses tactile communication to guide users through subtle vibrations, offering a seamless, screen-free, ears-free experience. This empowers all users—especially those with visual impairments—to navigate independently.
Haptic is revolutionizing inclusive technology. Our patented HapticNav tool transforms how we navigate the world, offering a hands-free, eyes-free experience through the power of touch. It empowers thousands, especially those with visual impairments, to reclaim their independence and live screen-free.
Gatehouse Bio
Seed Round in 2021
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Aanika Biosciences
Series A in 2021
Aanika Biosciences is a biotechnology company founded in 2018 and based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in food security solutions for large agricultural and food enterprises. By integrating information technology and synthetic biology, the company develops innovative approaches to address various supply chain challenges. Aanika Biosciences employs customized microbial-based tags that serve as microscopic barcodes, enabling the tracking, tracing, and authentication of products throughout their supply chain journey. This technology helps businesses maintain the integrity of their supply chains, minimize losses, and gain valuable insights. Additionally, Aanika Biosciences supports companies in making informed consumption choices, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable food ecosystem.
Synthace is a software company that develops tools for life sciences R&D, enabling automation, digitization, and optimization of biological experiments across health, pharmaceutical, food, energy, and industrial biotechnology sectors. Its cloud-based Antha platform lets users visually design, execute, and analyze biological workflows and automates processes to improve success rates. The platform digitizes experiments end to end, allowing researchers to plan reproducible experiments, simulate them, run them on automation equipment, and automatically structure data and metadata in a centralized workspace. It enables codeless reprogramming of liquid handling and supports multifactorial experimentation by connecting experimental data with other digital tools in the ecosystem. The software is browser-based, requires no coding, and aims to streamline lab workflows, improve data quality, and broaden the scope of experiments that can be conducted. The company operates globally from its base in London, with additional presence in the United States.
Uplift Food
Convertible Note in 2021
Uplift Food, established in 2018, is an Australian-based company that manufactures and retails functional food products designed by dietitians. The company specializes in creating snacks that support gut health and mood, utilizing ingredients like organic green banana flour, probiotics, and vitamin D mushrooms. Uplift Food's products are available for purchase through its online platform.
Pannex Therapeutics
Convertible Note in 2021
Pannex Therapeutics is a New York-based biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative cancer therapies. It specializes in Pannexin 1 channel blockers, a novel class of drugs designed to inhibit multiple pathways, preventing cancer cell growth, metastasis, and survival.
Pannex Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2021
Pannex Therapeutics is a New York-based biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative cancer therapies. It specializes in Pannexin 1 channel blockers, a novel class of drugs designed to inhibit multiple pathways, preventing cancer cell growth, metastasis, and survival.
Catalog Technologies Inc. specializes in a DNA-based platform that revolutionizes digital data storage and computation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company provides a method for encoding digital information into DNA, making it a viable and cost-effective solution for long-term data archiving. By leveraging advanced synthetic biology technologies, Catalog aims to transform how information is stored, allowing customers to utilize DNA molecules as a primary medium for digital records. This innovative approach positions Catalog at the forefront of next-generation data storage solutions.
Pear Bio
Seed Round in 2021
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
Helex is a biotechnology company developing genomic medicines for kidney-related diseases. It leverages its own genomics data, bioinformatics, and an intelligent data-driven platform to design, verify, and deliver therapy-specific gRNAs, with a focus on non-viral targeted delivery and genome editing for renal indications. The company's platform uses data-driven deep-learning models and high-throughput sequencing data from CRISPR edits in human cell lines to generate reliable predictions and validate them in-house. By combining these capabilities, Helex aims to accelerate CRISPR-based drug research and the development of cell and gene therapies for kidney conditions, offering precise and scalable renal therapeutics.
Helex
Convertible Note in 2021
Helex is a biotechnology company developing genomic medicines for kidney-related diseases. It leverages its own genomics data, bioinformatics, and an intelligent data-driven platform to design, verify, and deliver therapy-specific gRNAs, with a focus on non-viral targeted delivery and genome editing for renal indications. The company's platform uses data-driven deep-learning models and high-throughput sequencing data from CRISPR edits in human cell lines to generate reliable predictions and validate them in-house. By combining these capabilities, Helex aims to accelerate CRISPR-based drug research and the development of cell and gene therapies for kidney conditions, offering precise and scalable renal therapeutics.
Looking Glass Factory
Series A in 2021
Founded in 2015, Looking Glass Factory develops and manufactures holographic displays designed for 3D creators. Its flagship product, the Looking Glass, combines light field and volumetric display technologies to enable users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without needing VR or AR headsets.
Hidden Gems
Convertible Note in 2021
Hidden Gems is a beverage company that offers Reveal, a first and only avocado seed beverage.
The company's mission is to create beautiful, environmentally safe, and socially responsible upcycled products by discovering the hidden value in the food people would normally call trash. Hidden gems aims to reduce food waste, continue to create and support sustainable systems for sustainable living.
The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Strados Labs
Seed Round in 2021
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in respiratory health management through innovative sensor-based solutions. Founded in 2016, the company has developed a wearable device that provides real-time insights into breathing patterns, sounds, and speed. This device is equipped with clinical-grade biosensors and smart software, allowing for continuous monitoring of respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting to a mobile application, Strados enables users and healthcare providers to access and analyze respiratory data, facilitating informed health decisions and remote patient monitoring.
BioROSA Technologies
Convertible Note in 2021
BioROSA Technologies Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing diagnostic tools for Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Belmont, Massachusetts, the company specializes in creating biologically-based blood tests that assist clinicians in identifying individuals at risk for ASD. By utilizing machine learning to analyze biological data, BioROSA Technologies aims to provide reliable and accurate diagnoses, facilitating early detection and timely treatment. Additionally, the company's technology supports therapeutic trials by evaluating pharmacodynamics and patient stratification, thereby enhancing the overall standard of care for ASD.
BioCraft Pet Nutrition
Seed Round in 2021
BioCraft Pet Nutrition is a biotechnology company focused on creating sustainable and nutritious pet food for dogs and cats. Established in 2016 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the company specializes in developing all-natural, organic products that incorporate innovative ingredients such as probiotics, nutritional yeast, and cultured meat. BioCraft aims to promote the health of pets while minimizing environmental impact and animal harm. The company's unique approach leverages green biotechnology to produce its offerings, which are available for purchase online. Through its commitment to sustainability and animal welfare, BioCraft Pet Nutrition stands out as a pioneer in the pet food industry.
Synthace
Convertible Note in 2021
Synthace is a software company that develops tools for life sciences R&D, enabling automation, digitization, and optimization of biological experiments across health, pharmaceutical, food, energy, and industrial biotechnology sectors. Its cloud-based Antha platform lets users visually design, execute, and analyze biological workflows and automates processes to improve success rates. The platform digitizes experiments end to end, allowing researchers to plan reproducible experiments, simulate them, run them on automation equipment, and automatically structure data and metadata in a centralized workspace. It enables codeless reprogramming of liquid handling and supports multifactorial experimentation by connecting experimental data with other digital tools in the ecosystem. The software is browser-based, requires no coding, and aims to streamline lab workflows, improve data quality, and broaden the scope of experiments that can be conducted. The company operates globally from its base in London, with additional presence in the United States.
Aanika Biosciences
Convertible Note in 2021
Aanika Biosciences is a biotechnology company founded in 2018 and based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in food security solutions for large agricultural and food enterprises. By integrating information technology and synthetic biology, the company develops innovative approaches to address various supply chain challenges. Aanika Biosciences employs customized microbial-based tags that serve as microscopic barcodes, enabling the tracking, tracing, and authentication of products throughout their supply chain journey. This technology helps businesses maintain the integrity of their supply chains, minimize losses, and gain valuable insights. Additionally, Aanika Biosciences supports companies in making informed consumption choices, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable food ecosystem.
Re-Nuble
Convertible Note in 2021
Re-Nuble is an agricultural technology company that transforms unrecoverable vegetative food byproducts into organic liquid fertilizers for hydroponic growers. Its products stimulate microbial activity in plants' root zones and are available through stores and online in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Gatehouse Bio
Funding Round in 2021
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Harmony Baby Nutrition
Seed Round in 2021
Harmony is a biotechnology startup that creates human breast milk protein-based infant nutrition designed to help human babies thrive. It is the world’s first dairy-free, allergen-free and environmentally friendly infant nutrition.
Harmony Baby Nutrition was established in 2018 and is based in Boston, MA.
Farmshelf
Convertible Note in 2021
Farmshelf Corp. is a Brooklyn-based company that designs and manages modular urban farms, specifically tailored for indoor environments. Founded in 2015, Farmshelf provides an automated hydroponic farming solution that allows users—whether at home or in restaurants—to grow a variety of fruits and vegetables in a compact, bookcase-sized unit. This innovative system is engineered to cultivate produce three times faster than traditional farming methods while utilizing 90 percent less water. The technology automatically manages watering and nutrient delivery, and it includes analytics to monitor plant growth, thereby reducing the need for packaging, pesticides, and food waste. Farmshelf aims to bring the benefits of fresh, locally grown food to urban settings, enhancing accessibility and sustainability in food production.
Gatehouse Bio
Seed Round in 2020
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.
Pear Bio
Seed Round in 2020
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
Re-Nuble
Seed Round in 2020
Re-Nuble is an agricultural technology company that transforms unrecoverable vegetative food byproducts into organic liquid fertilizers for hydroponic growers. Its products stimulate microbial activity in plants' root zones and are available through stores and online in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Lootcakes
Seed Round in 2020
Lootcakes Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2012 that provides an online platform focused on gaming data, particularly for free-to-play games. The platform allows players to consolidate their gaming activity and social engagement across different platforms. By utilizing in-game purchasing and social data, Lootcakes connects high-value players—those who spend money and engage socially with others—to game publishers. This connection is essential as game publishers increasingly rely on these players, who drive revenue and attract new users through their social interactions. Lootcakes aims to empower gamers by helping them unlock the value of their game activity data, enabling them to benefit from their influence within the gaming community.
Pear Bio
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
BioROSA Technologies
Convertible Note in 2020
BioROSA Technologies Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing diagnostic tools for Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Belmont, Massachusetts, the company specializes in creating biologically-based blood tests that assist clinicians in identifying individuals at risk for ASD. By utilizing machine learning to analyze biological data, BioROSA Technologies aims to provide reliable and accurate diagnoses, facilitating early detection and timely treatment. Additionally, the company's technology supports therapeutic trials by evaluating pharmacodynamics and patient stratification, thereby enhancing the overall standard of care for ASD.
Founded in 2015, Bite Inc. specializes in digital ordering solutions for the hospitality industry. Its primary offerings include bitekiosk, a kiosk ordering software for guests, and biteFLASH, a QR code-based mobile interface for contactless ordering.
Strados Labs
Convertible Note in 2020
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in respiratory health management through innovative sensor-based solutions. Founded in 2016, the company has developed a wearable device that provides real-time insights into breathing patterns, sounds, and speed. This device is equipped with clinical-grade biosensors and smart software, allowing for continuous monitoring of respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting to a mobile application, Strados enables users and healthcare providers to access and analyze respiratory data, facilitating informed health decisions and remote patient monitoring.
Lilu
Convertible Note in 2020
Lilu develops innovative, tech-enabled devices for new mothers. Its flagship product is a massage bra that mimics a baby's natural motions during breastfeeding, enhancing milk output and reducing associated discomfort. The company aims to empower women by improving lactation outcomes and managing breast milk supply efficiently.
Looking Glass Factory
Series A in 2020
Founded in 2015, Looking Glass Factory develops and manufactures holographic displays designed for 3D creators. Its flagship product, the Looking Glass, combines light field and volumetric display technologies to enable users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without needing VR or AR headsets.
Pear Bio
Convertible Note in 2020
Pear Bio is a biotechnology company based in Boston and London. It develops precision medicine-guided therapeutics for hard-to-treat cancers using AI. The company analyzes tumor biopsies and blood to identify new targets, then tests drug candidates directly on patient samples using its proprietary immune-microtumor system.
Catalog Technologies Inc. specializes in a DNA-based platform that revolutionizes digital data storage and computation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company provides a method for encoding digital information into DNA, making it a viable and cost-effective solution for long-term data archiving. By leveraging advanced synthetic biology technologies, Catalog aims to transform how information is stored, allowing customers to utilize DNA molecules as a primary medium for digital records. This innovative approach positions Catalog at the forefront of next-generation data storage solutions.
Somatic
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2018, Somatic specializes in robotic cleaning services for commercial bathrooms. Its robots clean restrooms via virtual reality programming, reducing operational costs by up to 50% and improving hygiene.
Lura Health
Convertible Note in 2020
Lura Health develops a non-invasive continuous health monitoring platform that uses saliva as a diagnostic fluid. The company integrates micro-sensors into orthodontic devices such as retainers, aligners, and brackets to continuously measure saliva analytes and securely transmit data to a smartphone app, enabling users to monitor oral health metrics and potentially support broader chronic disease management. Target markets include heart disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and tooth decay. Founded in 2017, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Hearth Labs
Seed Round in 2020
Hearth Labs develops thermal LiDAR sensors that rapidly scan buildings to create detailed thermal digital twins. The sensors capture the missing half of thermal comfort data, enabling precise simulation of heat transfer. Through its analysis platform, the company provides facility managers with insights to optimize energy use, reduce costs, and improve occupant comfort and environmental conditions.
Synthace
Venture Round in 2020
Synthace is a software company that develops tools for life sciences R&D, enabling automation, digitization, and optimization of biological experiments across health, pharmaceutical, food, energy, and industrial biotechnology sectors. Its cloud-based Antha platform lets users visually design, execute, and analyze biological workflows and automates processes to improve success rates. The platform digitizes experiments end to end, allowing researchers to plan reproducible experiments, simulate them, run them on automation equipment, and automatically structure data and metadata in a centralized workspace. It enables codeless reprogramming of liquid handling and supports multifactorial experimentation by connecting experimental data with other digital tools in the ecosystem. The software is browser-based, requires no coding, and aims to streamline lab workflows, improve data quality, and broaden the scope of experiments that can be conducted. The company operates globally from its base in London, with additional presence in the United States.
Global Belly
Convertible Note in 2020
Global Belly is an innovative online subscription service that offers meal kits featuring a variety of ingredients tailored to specific cuisines, such as Thai and Indian. Each kit includes fresh vegetables, spices, and proteins, accompanied by recipe cards and detailed cooking instructions. Founded in 2014 and based in Newburgh, New York, the company originally operated under the name Saffron Fix Inc. before rebranding in May 2018. In addition to its meal kits, Global Belly serves as a platform for food influencers, allowing them to create shoppable experiences by integrating their culinary content with products. This unique approach enables creators to monetize their brands while providing consumers with convenient access to curated food items inspired by their favorite influencers.
Lura Health
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Lura Health develops a non-invasive continuous health monitoring platform that uses saliva as a diagnostic fluid. The company integrates micro-sensors into orthodontic devices such as retainers, aligners, and brackets to continuously measure saliva analytes and securely transmit data to a smartphone app, enabling users to monitor oral health metrics and potentially support broader chronic disease management. Target markets include heart disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and tooth decay. Founded in 2017, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Breather Products
Series D in 2019
Breather Products Inc. is a company that specializes in providing on-demand private workspaces designed for productivity. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Breather has established a network of flexible office spaces available for reservation via its web and mobile applications. The company's offerings allow clients to rent spaces by the hour, day, or month, catering to various business needs. With locations in major cities, including New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, Washington, Toronto, Montreal, and London, each workspace is equipped with essential technology to facilitate immediate productivity. Breather aims to create comfortable and private environments that enhance operational efficiency for businesses and corporate clients.
Aanika Biosciences
Seed Round in 2019
Aanika Biosciences is a biotechnology company founded in 2018 and based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in food security solutions for large agricultural and food enterprises. By integrating information technology and synthetic biology, the company develops innovative approaches to address various supply chain challenges. Aanika Biosciences employs customized microbial-based tags that serve as microscopic barcodes, enabling the tracking, tracing, and authentication of products throughout their supply chain journey. This technology helps businesses maintain the integrity of their supply chains, minimize losses, and gain valuable insights. Additionally, Aanika Biosciences supports companies in making informed consumption choices, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable food ecosystem.
Farma Genetix
Seed Round in 2019
Farma Genetix is a Boston-based company that specializes in manufacturing genetically tailored natural supplements and personalized diet plans aimed at addressing chronic health conditions. By collaborating with researchers from Harvard Medical School's Genomics department, Farma Genetix develops nutritional products designed to support cardiovascular health, including the maintenance of healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels. The company emphasizes the importance of a customized dietary approach to promote overall well-being and reinforce a healthy lifestyle.
Hidden Gems
Seed Round in 2019
Hidden Gems is a beverage company that offers Reveal, a first and only avocado seed beverage.
The company's mission is to create beautiful, environmentally safe, and socially responsible upcycled products by discovering the hidden value in the food people would normally call trash. Hidden gems aims to reduce food waste, continue to create and support sustainable systems for sustainable living.
The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Hidden Gems
Convertible Note in 2019
Hidden Gems is a beverage company that offers Reveal, a first and only avocado seed beverage.
The company's mission is to create beautiful, environmentally safe, and socially responsible upcycled products by discovering the hidden value in the food people would normally call trash. Hidden gems aims to reduce food waste, continue to create and support sustainable systems for sustainable living.
The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
BioCraft Pet Nutrition
Seed Round in 2019
BioCraft Pet Nutrition is a biotechnology company focused on creating sustainable and nutritious pet food for dogs and cats. Established in 2016 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the company specializes in developing all-natural, organic products that incorporate innovative ingredients such as probiotics, nutritional yeast, and cultured meat. BioCraft aims to promote the health of pets while minimizing environmental impact and animal harm. The company's unique approach leverages green biotechnology to produce its offerings, which are available for purchase online. Through its commitment to sustainability and animal welfare, BioCraft Pet Nutrition stands out as a pioneer in the pet food industry.
Goblin is a New York-based technology company that operates a content delivery network (CDN). It specializes in distributing premium digital content directly to users via a widget, reducing potential abuse or blocking issues. Goblin facilitates content streaming and monetization for website owners through resource sharing and cryptocurrency payments, offering an alternative revenue model to traditional ads and paywalls.
Mori, formerly known as Overlook Research, is a company that develops a natural biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori's innovative coating is made from proteins extracted from natural silk using salt and water. This protective layer helps slow the spoiling process of various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, thereby reducing food waste. By focusing on sustainable and economical solutions, Mori aims to transform the food supply and enhance the efficiency of the food, agriculture, and packaging industries.
Protes
Convertible Note in 2019
Protes is a company based in Brooklyn, New York, founded in 2013, that specializes in producing protein snacks. The company markets its flagship product, Protes protein chips, available in four flavors: spicy chili lime, tangy southern BBQ, toasted coconut, and zesty nacho. These chips are designed to be a low-calorie, vegan alternative to traditional protein bars and shakes, offering a rich source of protein while being gluten-free. Protes aims to provide consumers with a tasty and healthy snack option that supports a balanced diet, accessible through their online platform and retail stores.
Hearth Labs
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Hearth Labs develops thermal LiDAR sensors that rapidly scan buildings to create detailed thermal digital twins. The sensors capture the missing half of thermal comfort data, enabling precise simulation of heat transfer. Through its analysis platform, the company provides facility managers with insights to optimize energy use, reduce costs, and improve occupant comfort and environmental conditions.
BioROSA Technologies
Convertible Note in 2019
BioROSA Technologies Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing diagnostic tools for Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Belmont, Massachusetts, the company specializes in creating biologically-based blood tests that assist clinicians in identifying individuals at risk for ASD. By utilizing machine learning to analyze biological data, BioROSA Technologies aims to provide reliable and accurate diagnoses, facilitating early detection and timely treatment. Additionally, the company's technology supports therapeutic trials by evaluating pharmacodynamics and patient stratification, thereby enhancing the overall standard of care for ASD.
Bombfell
Convertible Note in 2019
Bombfell is a New York-based company that specializes in providing an online clothing and styling service tailored for men. Founded in 2011, Bombfell offers a unique solution where each client is paired with a dedicated personal stylist who selects outfits based on the client's fit and taste. Customers pay only for the clothes they decide to keep, with free shipping and returns, and there are no styling fees or commitments involved. The service caters to various settings, including office wear, and allows customers to preview and approve their selections before finalizing the order.
Strados Labs
Seed Round in 2019
Strados Labs, LLC is a medical technology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, specializing in respiratory health management through innovative sensor-based solutions. Founded in 2016, the company has developed a wearable device that provides real-time insights into breathing patterns, sounds, and speed. This device is equipped with clinical-grade biosensors and smart software, allowing for continuous monitoring of respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. By connecting to a mobile application, Strados enables users and healthcare providers to access and analyze respiratory data, facilitating informed health decisions and remote patient monitoring.
Uplift Food
Seed Round in 2019
Uplift Food, established in 2018, is an Australian-based company that manufactures and retails functional food products designed by dietitians. The company specializes in creating snacks that support gut health and mood, utilizing ingredients like organic green banana flour, probiotics, and vitamin D mushrooms. Uplift Food's products are available for purchase through its online platform.
Farmshelf
Seed Round in 2019
Farmshelf Corp. is a Brooklyn-based company that designs and manages modular urban farms, specifically tailored for indoor environments. Founded in 2015, Farmshelf provides an automated hydroponic farming solution that allows users—whether at home or in restaurants—to grow a variety of fruits and vegetables in a compact, bookcase-sized unit. This innovative system is engineered to cultivate produce three times faster than traditional farming methods while utilizing 90 percent less water. The technology automatically manages watering and nutrient delivery, and it includes analytics to monitor plant growth, thereby reducing the need for packaging, pesticides, and food waste. Farmshelf aims to bring the benefits of fresh, locally grown food to urban settings, enhancing accessibility and sustainability in food production.
Roam International
Seed Round in 2019
Roam International, Inc. is a company that develops a networking platform offering communal living and working spaces for travelers and location-independent professionals. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company operates facilities in Miami, Florida, and Bali, providing a blend of coliving and coworking environments. Roam's offerings include fully equipped spaces designed for events, meetings, and classes, catering to both members and the surrounding community. The facilities are designed to ensure comfort and convenience, featuring amenities such as high-speed internet, universal power outlets, and shared resources like kitchens, media centers, and recreational areas. Roam International aims to redefine the experience of work and travel by fostering a sense of community among its users.
Aanika Biosciences
Seed Round in 2019
Aanika Biosciences is a biotechnology company founded in 2018 and based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in food security solutions for large agricultural and food enterprises. By integrating information technology and synthetic biology, the company develops innovative approaches to address various supply chain challenges. Aanika Biosciences employs customized microbial-based tags that serve as microscopic barcodes, enabling the tracking, tracing, and authentication of products throughout their supply chain journey. This technology helps businesses maintain the integrity of their supply chains, minimize losses, and gain valuable insights. Additionally, Aanika Biosciences supports companies in making informed consumption choices, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable food ecosystem.