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Cm Venture

Venture capitaloperating company · company profile

Shanghai · Seed–Series A · 11 people tracked

Also known as CM VENTURE LLC

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Investment thesis

CM Venture invests in science-led, IP-protected technologies that have moved beyond proof-of-concept, are cost-effective to manufacture, and deliver world-class performance. The firm concentrates on four transformation themes: digital transformation (software, data, and connectivity upgrading industrial systems), materials transformation (synthesis, advanced formulations, and circular solutions), energy transformation (decarbonization, storage, fuels, and industrial energy efficiency), and applied AI embedded in real-world industrial applications. It seeks founders with big visions addressing emerging industries with scalable business models and clear paths to industry leadership. CM Venture partners with corporate venture arms, pensions and university endowments, impact investors, and financial investors to help scale portfolio companies.

Source: firm website, verified Oct 4, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Series A
HQ
Shanghai, CN
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2010
Private fund assets
$30M
VC funds
1
Tracked investments
3

Team · 11 people

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What they invest in

from 2 of 3 portfolio companies

Advanced Manufacturing ×2New Materials ×2AI & Machine Learning ×1Deep Tech ×1Enterprise Software ×1Semiconductors ×1

HQs:Germany×1United States×1

Investments · 3 tracked

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Citrine Informaticscitrine.ioin𝕏

Citrine provides an AI platform for product development used across organizations, with expertise in materials discovery and advanced manufacturing optimization.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningDeep TechEnterprise SoftwareNew MaterialsRedwood City, US

Greg Mulholland(Co-founder & CEO)inBryce Meredig(Executive Officer, Director)inRahim Lakhani(Executive Officer)in

BoardScott Brady(Director)inMark Cupta(Director)inAmar Hanspal(Director)

Co-investorsAlumni VenturesB&C Innovation InvestmentsDCVC (Data Collective)DYDX CapitalEndeavor8Isai+8 more

Heraeusheraeus.com

Heraeus is a family-owned technology group specializing in materials expertise, developing customized materials-based solutions across the areas of Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, and Industrials.

Advanced ManufacturingNew MaterialsSemiconductorsHanau, DE

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

Csmh Semi

Frequently asked questions

What stage does Cm Venture invest at?
Cm Venture invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
What sectors does Cm Venture focus on?
Cm Venture focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, AI & Machine Learning, Circular Economy, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Deep Tech, Energy, Enterprise Software, Hardware, New Materials.
Where is Cm Venture located?
Cm Venture is headquartered in Shanghai, CN.
Who does Cm Venture co-invest with?
Cm Venture most often shares deals with DCVC (Data Collective), Isai, Prelude Ventures, among 10 tracked co-investors.

From the blog

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CM Venture recently published articles on critical materials replacement as a strategic innovation opportunity driven by electrification demand, alongside reflections on investment methodology emphasizing technology commercialization potential, team capabilities, and ecosystem collaboration across industrial partners. AI summary

Media · Podcasts & interviews

featuring the team

Investing in Renewable Carbon - Dr Min Zhou, CEO & Co-founder, CM Venture

CM Venture Capital · Min Zhou

Dr. Min Zhou, CEO of CM Venture Capital @ SABIC Circular Carbon Economy Virtual Forum

CM Venture Capital · Dr. Min Zhou

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