Open Water
San Francisco, US · Founded 2016 · 13 known investors
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Openwater develops an imaging platform using two optical modalities designed to diagnose and monitor diseases at the size and cost of a smartphone. The platform combines hardware, software, and open-source designs for use in clinical settings at hospitals, research institutions, and government programs worldwide, with trials spanning cancer, neurological disease, mental health, and metabolic conditions.
Founders & leadership
Open Water was founded in 2016 by Dr. Mary Lou Jepsen.
Investors · 13
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Open Water do?
- Openwater develops an imaging platform using two optical modalities designed to diagnose and monitor diseases at the size and cost of a smartphone. The platform combines hardware, software, and open-source designs for use in clinical settings at hospitals, research institutions, and government programs worldwide, with trials spanning cancer, neurological disease, mental health, and metabolic conditions.
- Who founded Open Water?
- Open Water was founded by Dr. Mary Lou Jepsen in 2016.
- Who are Open Water's investors?
- Open Water's investors include AIR Capital, Bold Capital Partners, Cleveland Avenue, Collaborative Fund, Colter, Excel Venture Management, Lauder Partners, PHD Ventures and 5 more.
- Where is Open Water headquartered?
- Open Water is headquartered in San Francisco, US.





