LambdaVision Incorporated
Founded 2018 Β· 13 employees on LinkedIn Β· 6 known investors
LambdaVision develops a protein-based artificial retina designed to restore vision for patients blinded by advanced retinal degenerative diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa and age-related macular degeneration. The implant uses proteins similar to the visual pigment rhodopsin to mimic the light-absorbing function of damaged photoreceptor cells, and its manufacturing leverages space-based production.
Founders & leadership
LambdaVision Incorporated was founded in 2018 by Robert R. Birge.


Investors Β· 6
Competitors Β· 1
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Non-dilutive funding Β· 7 SBIR/STTR awards
Federal grants β no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| NASA | Phase I | 2023 | $156.5K |
| NASA | Phase I | 2023 | $150K |
| NASA | Phase II | 2020 | $749.5K |
| NASA | Phase I | 2019 | $121.6K |
| National Science Foundation | Phase II | 2016 | $742.2K |
| National Science Foundation | Phase I | 2015 | $149.9K |
| National Institutes of Health (NIH)National Institutes of Health | Phase ISTTR | 2014 | $190.5K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts β non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
Frequently asked questions
- What does LambdaVision Incorporated do?
- LambdaVision develops a protein-based artificial retina designed to restore vision for patients blinded by advanced retinal degenerative diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa and age-related macular degeneration. The implant uses proteins similar to the visual pigment rhodopsin to mimic the light-absorbing function of damaged photoreceptor cells, and its manufacturing leverages space-based production.
- Who founded LambdaVision Incorporated?
- LambdaVision Incorporated was founded by Robert R. Birge in 2018.
- Who are LambdaVision Incorporated's investors?
- LambdaVision Incorporated's investors include Aurelia Foundry, Connecticut Innovations, Seraphim Space, Seven Seven Six, Band of Angels, E2MC Ventures.


