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Numen

YC S23

San Francisco, US · Founded 2021 · 18 employees · Hiring · 5 known investors

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Numen develops at-home cancer diagnostics and health data collection infrastructure using machine learning models to enable earlier intervention and improve patient outcomes.

Also known as Cleancard Inc. · Cleancard

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S23)

Numen was founded in 2021 by Luca Springer and Thomas Carroll.

LSLuca Springer
Luca SpringerFounderLuca Springer holds master's degrees in computer science and global governance from Oxford University, where he was a Rhodes Scholar. He previously worked at Stockdale Street analyzing and investing in healthcare, consumer, and technology companies, and brings expertise in network science, computational game theory, and healthcare policy.
TCThomas Carroll
Thomas CarrollFounderThomas Carroll is a cancer researcher with expertise in bioinformatics, biomarkers, and methods development who is now building diagnostics at Numen.
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Dominique PichéHead of Assay Development
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Taylor Walmsley-EyreCTO
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Alisa EmagScientist III
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Micaela EverittSenior Scientist

Investors · 5

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Cleancard Inc.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Numen do?
Numen develops at-home cancer diagnostics and health data collection infrastructure using machine learning models to enable earlier intervention and improve patient outcomes.
Who founded Numen?
Numen was founded by Luca Springer, Thomas Carroll in 2021.
Who are Numen's investors?
Numen's investors include Ankur Capital, Axilor Ventures, Tq Ventures Llc, Urban Innovation, Y Combinator.
Where is Numen headquartered?
Numen is headquartered in San Francisco, US.