Deep Tech Startups

LGND builds AI-powered geospatial intelligence tools that turn satellite and aerial imagery into analysis, letting users detect features across the globe from a few examples. It offers no-code apps and an API aimed at analysts, nontechnical teams, and enterprises.

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Lhyfe produces renewable hydrogen with zero CO2 emissions using renewable energy sources and water, serving industrial customers and transport applications. The company designs, installs, and operates local hydrogen production units and supplies hydrogen directly to end-users through localized distribution networks.

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Liberate Bio develops lipid nanoparticle (LNP) delivery technologies for in vivo cell therapies and genetic medicines, with a focus on myeloid-optimized CAR-M programs that target tissues beyond the liver. The company works on targeted nucleic acid delivery for therapeutic applications.

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A company developing an Autonomous Passengers Service (APS) for autonomous transportation. It highlights work on autonomous mobility and robotics.

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Lica is building a substrate to train and evaluate AI models as design partners, covering tasks like understanding a design brief, producing designs, and iterating across contexts. Its work includes a graphic design benchmark that tests frontier AI models across design-related tasks.

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LICORbio develops fluorescent imaging instruments for scientific research, including systems for 2D and 3D sample imaging with multiple detection channels. Its technology builds on fluorescent imaging methods first developed in 2001 and is aimed at scientists who require accurate imaging data.

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Lidrotec builds laser-based wafer dicing equipment that cuts microchips and devices inside controlled liquids to produce burr-free, clean cutting edges without heat damage or debris. Its technology targets semiconductor manufacturing and other industries such as energy, medicine, electronics, and material science.

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Lifecast.ai developed software tools for volumetric video capture, editing, and 3D reconstruction using machine learning and computer vision. The company created tools for creating 3D and 4D Gaussian video, upscaling video content, and rendering immersive scenes for mixed reality and virtual production applications.

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Life Magnetics develops carbon-coated magnetic bead kits for total RNA extraction and isolation, offering RNA purification with no DNase cleanup, room-temperature shipping, and compatibility with automated liquid and bead handling systems. The products serve research scientists and laboratories in the life sciences.

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Life Science Angels provides an investment fellowship program for graduate students, postdocs, and early-career professionals to gain experience in life science entrepreneurship and investing. The program offers training in deal analysis, due diligence, investor relations, and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and investors.

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Lifespan Research Institute invests in biotechnology startups developing regenerative medicine and longevity therapies. The institute funds companies working on age-related disease treatment, including cellular senescence, tissue damage repair, and cancer therapeutics.

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LIFTT is a network organization in Italy that connects investors and innovators to support the development of future-oriented competencies and entrepreneurship within the country.

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LIGENTEC is a European manufacturer of Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) based on Silicon Nitride, including heterogeneous integration with Thin-film Lithium Niobate and III-V materials. It fabricates photonic chips for computing, connectivity, and sensing and offers design, layout, and testing services via dedicated runs, Multi-Project Wafer runs, and custom developments.

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Light Polymers develops lyotropic liquid crystal materials and coatable polarizer solutions for displays and optical applications in electronics, mixed reality headsets, automotive displays, and microLED technologies. The company manufactures advanced materials that enable direct coating onto substrates, improving display efficiency, durability, and production costs.

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Lighthouse Avionics develops passive, dual-use air domain awareness systems through its VICTOR product line, which provides Counter-UAS detection, remote tower surveillance, and BVLOS/DFR enablement using optical detect-and-avoid technology, ADS-B receivers, and laser rangefinding. The company serves defense and aviation surveillance applications.

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Lighthouse Tech develops TAMI, assistive eyewear technology designed for people who are blind or have low vision to navigate environments with greater independence and safety. The Swiss startup aims to create mobility solutions that combine intuitive design with practical support for visually impaired users.

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Develops ultrafast photonic information technologies designed to enable sustainable scaling of artificial intelligence systems.

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Lightshift is an early-stage venture firm that writes first checks and co-builds with founders of decentralized, web3 projects. It backs crypto and blockchain startups, offering hands-on support beyond capital.

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Lightup develops Halo AR, an AI-powered augmented reality creator studio that lets users build and share 3D and holographic experiences from a phone or tablet without coding. It serves museums, educators, and sales teams, with content viewable on phones, tablets, and headsets like Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest, and Microsoft HoloLens.

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LightWare designs and manufactures compact, lightweight microLiDAR laser distance-measurement sensors for autonomous sensing applications such as drones, gimbals, and obstacle detection. Its sensors serve UAV and robotics customers in fields like wildlife conservation, disaster response, and drone delivery.

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LIG Nex1 is a South Korean defense contractor that develops and manufactures guided weapons systems, missiles, and radar technology for military applications. The company has evolved from a precision manufacturing firm since 1976 to a comprehensive defense industrial company with global export operations.

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Lila Sciences builds AI models and autonomous "AI Science Factory" lab instruments that run the scientific method on their own — generating hypotheses, designing and running experiments, and learning from results in real time. It offers this autonomous science platform to scientists and research organizations across multiple industries to speed up discovery and R&D.

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Lilium develops genetic medicines that selectively target pathogenic T cells in autoimmune diseases using engineered delivery vehicles for precision immune reprogramming. The company focuses on treating T-cell mediated autoimmune diseases and oncology indications that currently lack effective treatments.

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Limenbio develops gas-based preservation technology (branded HIPPER) for keeping viable cell grafts, tissues, and organs — including red blood cells, skin grafts, and hearts — using a modified gas atmosphere. Its methods target biomedical and transplantation applications such as extended organ and cell preservation prior to transplant.

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