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Loop Genomics

acquired by Element BiosciencesYC W16

San Francisco, US · Founded 2016 · 7 employees · 8 known investors

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Loop Genomics developed long-read sequencing technology that used synthetic long reads to enable full-length sequencing of DNA and RNA molecules on standard short-read sequencers. Acquired by Element Biosciences in 2021.

Also known as Metabiotech Corporation

AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechHealthtechMedical DevicesUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W16)

Loop Genomics was founded in 2016 by Tuval Ben-Yehezkel.

TBTuval Ben-Yehezkel
Tuval Ben-YehezkelFounder & CEO2016–2022

Investors · 8

Fusionlisted by FusionPalo Alto · $500K – $1M
Rising Tidelisted by Rising TidePacifica

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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DN CapitalreportedLondon · $270K – $22M

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Khosla VenturesreportedMenlo Park · $100K – $20M

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TSVCreportedSilicon Valley · $1M

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Wisemont CapitalreportedRedwood City

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Frequently asked questions

What does Loop Genomics do?
Loop Genomics developed long-read sequencing technology that used synthetic long reads to enable full-length sequencing of DNA and RNA molecules on standard short-read sequencers. Acquired by Element Biosciences in 2021.
Who founded Loop Genomics?
Loop Genomics was founded by Tuval Ben-Yehezkel in 2016.
Who are Loop Genomics's investors?
Loop Genomics's investors include 11.2 Capital, Fusion, Rising Tide, Y Combinator, DN Capital, Khosla Ventures, TSVC, Wisemont Capital.
Who acquired Loop Genomics?
Loop Genomics was acquired by Element Biosciences.
Where is Loop Genomics headquartered?
Loop Genomics is headquartered in San Francisco, US.