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Industrial Microbes
YC W15San Francisco, US · Founded 2014 · 12 employees · 15 known investors
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iMicrobes uses synthetic biology to develop cost-effective sustainable materials and replace conventional manufacturing processes. The company focuses on circular economy principles, converting waste streams into value through biotechnology.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W15)
Industrial Microbes was founded in 2014 by Derek Greenfield, Liz Clarke, and Noah Helman.
Investors · 15
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Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeed RoundNov 2024 · 2 sourcesSource ↗
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Companies working in the same space as Industrial Microbes.
Non-dilutive funding · 7 SBIR/STTR awards
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Energy | Phase II | 2019 | $1.1M |
| Department of Energy | Phase I | 2018 | $150K |
| Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | Phase II | 2016 | $300K |
| Department of Energy | Phase I | 2016 | $150K |
| Department of Agriculture (USDA) | Phase I | 2016 | $100K |
| National Science Foundation | Phase I | 2015 | $150K |
| Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | Phase I | 2015 | $100K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Industrial Microbes do?
- iMicrobes uses synthetic biology to develop cost-effective sustainable materials and replace conventional manufacturing processes. The company focuses on circular economy principles, converting waste streams into value through biotechnology.
- Who founded Industrial Microbes?
- Industrial Microbes was founded by Derek Greenfield, Liz Clarke, Noah Helman in 2014.
- Who are Industrial Microbes's investors?
- Industrial Microbes's investors include CLI Ventures, First Bight Ventures, Jude Gomila, Juniper, Point Reyes Management, StartX, Y Combinator, Asymmetry Ventures and 7 more.
- Where is Industrial Microbes headquartered?
- Industrial Microbes is headquartered in San Francisco, US.