Klar Scientific
Pullman, US · Washington corporation
Founders & leadership
RL
Richard LytelNamed on SEC filing
MM
Matthew McCluskeyNamed on SEC filing
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$610K disclosed across 1 round · 2020
▶$610KraisedOct 2023 · 11 investors · Other TechnologyRule 506(b)
▶$610KraisedOct 2023 · 11 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Richard LytelExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
- Matthew McCluskeyExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
- Offering amount
- $1M
- Amount sold
- $610K
- First sale
- Aug 2020
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Washington
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
Competitors · 4
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Lumen22 shared keywordsLumen Learning provides courseware and teaching tools built on open educational resources (OER) for higher education, aimed at faculty and students. Its products support course delivery, faculty professional development, and student-centered learning in colleges and universities.
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Non-dilutive funding · 2 SBIR/STTR awards
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Science Foundation | Phase II | 2018 | $739.6K |
| National Science Foundation | Phase I | 2017 | $210.4K |
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.
Frequently asked questions
- How much funding has Klar Scientific raised?
- Klar Scientific has disclosed $610K raised across 1 round.
- Where is Klar Scientific headquartered?
- Klar Scientific is headquartered in Pullman, US.

