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Metagenomi

Berkeley, US · Founded 2018 · 20 known investors

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Metagenomi Therapeutics is an in vivo genome editing company that uses genetic material sourced from natural environments (metagenomics) to develop a toolbox of editing tools for deletion, integration, and correction of genetic mutations. It focuses on developing genetic medicines to treat diseases with well-understood biology.

Founders & leadership

Metagenomi was founded in 2018 by Brian Thomas.

BTBrian Thomas
Brian ThomasFounder · DirectorBrian Thomas is Executive Officer and Director at Metagenomi Therapeutics, an in vivo genome editing company developing genetic medicines to treat diseases with well-understood biology.

Board

AFAndrew Farquharson
Andrew FarquharsonBoard ObserverPromoter at VHM
JK
Jak KnowlesBoard directorVenture Advisor at Agent Capital

Investors · 20

Also in the syndicate · 8

Bristol Myers SquibbDeep Track CapitalEventide Asset ManagementFarallon Capital ManagementleadHumboldt FundLeapsModernaPFM Health Scienceslead

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$345.1M disclosed across 5 rounds · 2019–2022

▶$95.8MraisedJan 2023 · 25 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Willard DereDirector
  • Brian C. ThomasExecutive Officer, Director
  • Santhosh PalaniDirector
  • Risa StackDirector
  • Juergen EckhardtDirector
  • Sebastian BernalesDirector
Offering amount
$100M
Amount sold
$95.8M
Minimum investment
$100K
First sale
Dec 2022
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware, 2018
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$175.4MraisedFeb 2022 · 29 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Risa StackDirector
  • Brian ThomasExecutive Officer, Director
  • Willard DereDirector
  • Juergen EckhardtDirector
  • Sebastian BernalesDirector
  • Santosh PalaniDirector
Offering amount
$175.4M
Amount sold
$175.4M
Minimum investment
$1M
First sale
Jan 2022
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware, 2018
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$10MraisedMar 2021 · 2 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Andrew LevinDirector
  • Sebastian BernalesDirector
  • Andrew FarquharsonDirector
  • Brian ThomasExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Juergen EckhardtDirector
Offering amount
$10M
Amount sold
$10M
First sale
Mar 2021
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware, 2018
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$37.5MraisedNov 2020 · 11 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Brian ThomasExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Sebastian BernalesDirector
  • Andrew FarquharsonDirector
  • Juergen EckhardtDirector
Offering amount
$40.2M
Amount sold
$37.5M
First sale
Nov 2020
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware, 2018
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$26.4MraisedAug 2019 · 16 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Brian ThomasExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Andrew FarquharsonDirector
  • Jak KnowlesDirector
Offering amount
$27.3M
Amount sold
$26.4M
First sale
Aug 2019
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, Delaware, 2018
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Founder mafia

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Frequently asked questions

What does Metagenomi do?
Metagenomi Therapeutics is an in vivo genome editing company that uses genetic material sourced from natural environments (metagenomics) to develop a toolbox of editing tools for deletion, integration, and correction of genetic mutations. It focuses on developing genetic medicines to treat diseases with well-understood biology.
Who founded Metagenomi?
Metagenomi was founded by Brian Thomas in 2018.
Who are Metagenomi's investors?
Metagenomi's investors include Catalio Capital Management, LP, RA Capital, Sozo Ventures, Agent Capital, Frazier Life Sciences, Humboldt, InCube Ventures, Irving Investors and 4 more.
How much funding has Metagenomi raised?
Metagenomi has disclosed $345.1M raised across 5 rounds.
Where is Metagenomi headquartered?
Metagenomi is headquartered in Berkeley, US.