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Bikanta

DefunctYC S14

San Francisco, US · Founded 2013 · 2 employees · 7 known investors

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Bikanta develops nanodiamond-based imaging probes for medical diagnostics and research, leveraging fluorescent properties to improve detection sensitivity in optical imaging applications.

HealthtechMedical DevicesNanomedicineUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S14)

Bikanta was founded in 2013 by Ambika Bumb.

ABAmbika Bumb
Ambika BumbCEO and Founder2013–2018Ambika Bumb previously served as CEO of a cancer diagnostics startup and has held roles across the White House, U.S. Department of State, and national laboratories focused on biotechnology and biodefense strategy. She is now founder and CEO of Bikanta, which develops nanodiamond-based imaging probes for medical diagnostics and research.
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Terry Sachlos

Investors · 7

Anvil CapitalreportedBoston

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BEENEXTreportedSingapore

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Lin, Bill | A10 Venturesreported

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Meichun Kuoreported

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Venture Investment AssociatesreportedPeapack

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WefunderreportedSan Francisco

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In the news

A Nano Step For Man, A Giant Leap For Mankind | TechCrunchtechcrunch.com · Dec 2015

Frequently asked questions

What does Bikanta do?
Bikanta develops nanodiamond-based imaging probes for medical diagnostics and research, leveraging fluorescent properties to improve detection sensitivity in optical imaging applications.
Who founded Bikanta?
Bikanta was founded by Ambika Bumb in 2013.
Who are Bikanta's investors?
Bikanta's investors include Y Combinator, Anvil Capital, BEENEXT, Lin, Bill | A10 Ventures, Meichun Kuo, Venture Investment Associates, Wefunder.
Where is Bikanta headquartered?
Bikanta is headquartered in San Francisco, US.