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Supporting ambitious founders tackling complex, large markets with innovations that improve global efficiency

Investment Approach

What we look for?

Visionary founders solving for complex & large markets

We seek out early-stage ventures led by talented founders who demonstrate a clear vision for tackling large markets with scalable solutions. Our preference lies in backing startups possessing distinctive IP that offers a sustained competitive advantage & creates long-term value through global growth and influence

 

As an early-stage venture capital fund, we typically invest in pre-seed or seed stage companies, with investments ranging from $150k to $1 million (₹1 to ₹8 Crores) per startup, aiming for a 5% to 15% stake. This allows us to provide extensive support for follow-on fundraising, technology development, talent acquisition, and global expansion efforts

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What we look for? Visionary founders solving for complex & large markets

Our Focus Sectors

We invest at the edge of what many think is feasible or viable today

Tech. Bio.

Companies leveraging advanced computational tools, biological systems, AI/ML & engineering principles to innovate & solve complex biological & medical challenges.

Key areas of interest include:
  • Screening & Diagnostic Tools & Platforms

  • Bio-pharma/ AI- based drug development

  • Synthetic Biology/ Bio-engineering Tools & Platforms

  • Precision Therapeutics, Cell/ Gene- Therapy

  • Innovative RNA & protein based technologies

  • Crispr/ Gene editing tools & platforms

  • Digital Health, Health analytics, & EHRs

  • Biomaterials, Regenerative Medicine, Tissue Engineering

  • Neurotechnology & Brain-Computer Interfaces

Frontier Tech.

Cutting-edge technologies, encompassing areas such as AI/ML, quantum computing, advanced materials, space exploration, aimed at increasing global efficiency

Key areas of interest include:
  • AI & Machine Learning

  • Robotics & Automation

  • Advanced Materials & Nanotechnology

  • Semiconductor Technologies

  • Next Gen. Compute, Quantum Computing

  • Aerospace & Space technology

Climate Tech.

IP driven technology companies working to address effects of climate change by reducing GHGs, improving energy efficiency, & promoting sustainability across sectors

Key areas of interest include:
  • Renewable energy

  • Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS), Direct Air Capture, At source Carbon Reduction

  • Energy Storage & Grid technologies

  • Alternate/ Sustainable Materials

  • Water and Waste Management

  • Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems, Precision Agriculture

Agriculture Drone
What we look for?

Visionary founders solving for complex & large markets

We seek out early-stage ventures led by talented founders who demonstrate a clear vision for tackling large markets with scalable solutions. Our preference lies in backing startups possessing distinctive IP that offers a sustained competitive advantage & creates long-term value through global growth and influence.

As an early-stage venture capital fund, we typically invest in pre-seed or seed stage companies, with investments ranging from $150k to $1 million (₹1 to ₹8 Crores) per startup, aiming for a 5% to 15% stake. This allows us to provide extensive support for follow-on fundraising, technology development, talent acquisition, and global expansion efforts.

Our Focus Sectors

Investing in sectors aimed at advancing global health, safety, & efficiency

We strive to invest in transformative technologies with the mission to create a healthier, safer, and more efficient world. Our primary investment areas include Tech Bio, Climate Tech, and Frontier Tech, aligning with our mission to support innovations that enhance global health, safety, and efficiency.

Tech. Bio.

Tech Bio

Companies leveraging advanced computational tools, biological systems, AI/ML & engineering principles to innovate & solve complex biological & medical challenges.

Key areas of interest include:
  • Screening & Diagnostic Tools & Platforms

  • Bio-pharma/ AI- based drug development

  • Synthetic Biology/ Bio-engineering Tools & Platforms

  • Precision Therapeutics, Cell/ Gene- Therapy

  • Innovative RNA & protein based technologies

  • Crispr/ Gene editing tools & platforms

  • Digital Health, Health analytics, & EHRs

  • Biomaterials, Regenerative Medicine, Tissue Engineering

  • Neurotechnology & Brain-Computer Interfaces

Frontier Tech

Cutting-edge technologies, encompassing areas such as AI/ML, quantum computing, advanced materials, space exploration, aimed at increasing global efficiency

Key areas of interest include:
  • AI & Machine Learning

  • Robotics & Automation

  • Advanced Materials & Nanotechnology

  • Semiconductor Technologies

  • Next Gen. Compute, Quantum Computing

  • Aerospace & Space technology

Climate Tech.

Climate Tech

IP driven technology companies working to address effects of climate change by reducing GHGs, improving energy efficiency, & promoting sustainability across sectors

Key areas of interest include:
  • Renewable energy

  • Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS), Direct Air Capture, At source Carbon Reduction

  • Energy Storage & Grid technologies

  • Alternate/ Sustainable Materials

  • Water and Waste Management

  • Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems, Precision Agriculture

Our Team
Our Team

With roots in Silicon Valley and India, we are building bridges in a shared mission

Pitch to Us
Pitch to Us

If you are working on creating disruptive innovation, we would love to hear your story

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