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Illumina Ventures

Illumina Ventures

United States

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About

Illumina Ventures is an influential venture capital firm focused on advancing genomics and precision health. Established in partnership with Illumina, the firm targets early-stage companies driving innovation in life science tools, therapeutics, diagnostics, and personal wellness. Their notable investments include leading companies like 23andMe, Twist Bioscience, and Sherlock Biosciences. Illumina Ventures primarily operates within North America but maintains a global investment scope. The firm typically leads investment rounds, with a strong emphasis on startups harnessing cutting-edge technologies like AI, machine learning, and synthetic biology to improve human health. Recent investments highlight their commitment to transformative technologies, with companies such as Actym Therapeutics and Redshift Bio joining their portfolio. Key figures at Illumina Ventures include founding partner Nick Naclerio, who brings extensive experience from his tenure at Illumina Inc., and Malek Faham, promoted to Chief Scientist. The team is complemented by experts like Thomas Ybert of DNA Script, underscoring the firm's robust support for its portfolio companies.

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Round

Seed
Series A
Series B
Series C+

Previous Investments

Advertising & Marketing
AI & Deep Tech
B2B
Biotech
Consumer Goods & Electronics
Data & Analytics
Hardware. Robotics & IoT
Healthtech & Wellness
Lifestyle
Natural Resources
Pharma
Software & Apps
Sports & Fitness

Geo focus

Europe
USA

Highlights

$105M

Historical max check

October 2024

Last investment date

70

Investments

Biotech

Healthtech & Wellness

Pharma

AI & Deep Tech

Software & Apps

Data & Analytics

Other

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Website

illuminaventures.com

Email

info@illuminaventures.com

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