Polygence
Founded 2019 · 302 employees on LinkedIn · 5 known investors
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Polygence is an online mentorship platform that pairs high school students with expert mentors for self-directed research projects across any academic discipline. The company serves students seeking intellectual exploration beyond traditional school curricula.
Founders & leadership
Polygence was founded in 2019 by Janos Perczel and Jin Chow.
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Janos PerczelinCEO and FounderJanos Perczel holds a PhD in quantum physics and previously conducted research in metamaterials design during his undergraduate studies. He founded Polygence, an online mentorship platform connecting high school students with expert mentors for self-directed research projects.
Investors · 5
Founder mafia
4 people who came through Polygence went on to found or lead other companies.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Polygence do?
- Polygence is an online mentorship platform that pairs high school students with expert mentors for self-directed research projects across any academic discipline. The company serves students seeking intellectual exploration beyond traditional school curricula.
- Who founded Polygence?
- Polygence was founded by Janos Perczel, Jin Chow in 2019.
- Who are Polygence's investors?
- Polygence's investors include Floodgate, Gobi Partners, Reach Capital, SBXi, Northern Light Venture Capital.