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Synthego

Redwood City, US · Founded 2012 · Delaware corporation · 176 employees on LinkedIn · 24 known investors

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Synthego develops CRISPR gene-editing and molecular diagnostics products, including custom CRISPR editors in mRNA or protein formats, base editors, and cell-free protein and RNA production systems. It serves researchers and cell and gene therapy developers in the biotechnology industry.

Founders & leadership

Synthego was founded in 2012 by Paul John Dabrowski and Michael Jakub Dabrowski.

PJPaul John Dabrowski
Paul John DabrowskiCo-founder
MJMichael Jakub Dabrowski
Michael Jakub DabrowskiCo-founder
CCCraig Christianson
Craig ChristiansonCEOChristianson spent over a decade at Promega Corporation, where he served as general counsel, general manager for North America, vice president of commercial operations, and a member of the board of directors. He later worked as an executive advisor at Water Street Healthcare Partners, co-founded MezLight, and was a co-owner of vcpi.
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Alex PeschFounder
MD
Michael DabrowskiFounder
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Paul DabrowskiFounder

Board

DODrew Oetting
Drew OettingBoard directorFounding partner of 8VC
SNScott Nolan
Scott NolanBoard directorPartner at Founders Fund and Founder and CEO of General Matter

Investors · 24

8VCreportedAustin · $500K – $50M

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Formation GroupreportedLos Altos

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OS FundreportedPark Ridge · $1M – $2M

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Also in the syndicate · 6

Chimera Abu DhabiLaurion Capital ManagementLogos CapitalMoore Strategic VenturesPerceptive AdvisorsleadSoftBank Vision Fund 2

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$247M disclosed across 3 of 6 rounds · 2016–2025

▶$106.3MraisedOct 2018 · 29 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Drew OettingDirector
  • Scott NolanDirector
  • Michael Jakub DabrowskiExecutive Officer, Director
  • Forrest Baringer-JonesExecutive Officer
  • Paul John DabrowskiExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$116.3M
Amount sold
$106.3M
First sale
Oct 2018
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$40.7MraisedJan 2017 · 22 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Paul John DabrowskiExecutive Officer, Director
  • Michael Jakub DabrowskiExecutive Officer, Director
  • Drew OettingDirector
  • Scott NolanDirector
Offering amount
$40.7M
Amount sold
$40.7M
First sale
Dec 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2012
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

10 people who came through Synthego went on to found or lead other companies.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Synthego do?
Synthego develops CRISPR gene-editing and molecular diagnostics products, including custom CRISPR editors in mRNA or protein formats, base editors, and cell-free protein and RNA production systems. It serves researchers and cell and gene therapy developers in the biotechnology industry.
Who founded Synthego?
Synthego was founded by Paul John Dabrowski, Michael Jakub Dabrowski in 2012.
Who are Synthego's investors?
Synthego's investors include AAF Management Ltd., AME Cloud Ventures, Declaration Partners, Founders Fund, Khosla Ventures, Menlo Ventures, Open Field Capital, Perot Jain and 10 more.
How much funding has Synthego raised?
Synthego has disclosed $247M raised across 3 of its 6 known rounds.
Where is Synthego headquartered?
Synthego is headquartered in Redwood City, US.