Excellis Holding
Venture capitalTorino · Pre-Seed–Series A · 2 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Excellis focuses on Italian founders, co-founders, or key people who hold a master's or PhD from prestigious universities and have built careers abroad as researchers and entrepreneurs. It targets deep-tech technologies emerging from top global research labs, protected by strong patents and carrying high potential impact. The firm co-invests in startups that already have pre-seed or seed funding — including research grants and awards — and are ready to raise larger rounds led by qualified international VCs. Its stated aim is to address Italy's brain-drain problem by creating value for its partners, portfolio companies, and co-investors across four deep-tech sectors expected to shape the future.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
Team · 2 people
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What they invest in
from 16 of 16 portfolio companiesDeep Tech ×12AI & Machine Learning ×7Biotech ×4Cleantech ×4Medical Devices ×4Semiconductors ×4Hardware ×3Energy ×2
HQs:Switzerland×5United Kingdom×3Austria×1France×1United States×1
Who they back
founder profiles across 8 portfolio companiesFounding team size:solo founder×12 founders×63 founders×1
Investments · 16 tracked
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ANNAIDA develops non-invasive technology to analyze cellular chemistry and metabolic properties without damaging microscopic life.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechFemTechMedical Devices
Co-investorsClub degli InvestitoriPrivilège Ventures
DeepMirror develops AI software for hit-to-candidate molecule design in drug discovery, enabling teams to generate novel chemical candidates and predict molecular properties using proprietary data while maintaining strict data privacy and IP security.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep Tech
Co-investorsTwin Path Ventures
FluoRok, a spin-out of the University of Oxford, develops patented fluorinating technologies to produce fluorochemicals such as Li-ion battery electrolytes, agrochemicals, and pharmaceutical ingredients without generating toxic hydrofluoric acid.
CleantechDeep TechNew Materials
Gabriele Pupo(CEO & Founder)inVéronique Gouverneur(Founder)in
Co-investorsGGFGreen Generation FundOxford Science Enterprises
Greenjets is a company drawing on aerospace and automotive engineering expertise to develop technology in the aviation sector.
CleantechDeep TechHardwareMobility & TransportationLondon, GB
Anmol Manohar(CEO)Guido Monterzino(CTO)in
Co-investors7percent VenturesBlossom CapitalCoalitionKern Venture GroupMD One VenturesTanglin Venture Partners
Hylomorph is a medical device company developing Vesta, a product in the cardiac/implantable device area, working with clinical partners such as Penn Medicine, Sant'Orsola Hospital, and the German Heart Center Charité.
BiotechHealthtechMedical DevicesZurich, CH
Co-investorsStartAngels NetworkVerve Ventures
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Mentium Technologies designs ultra-low-power, radiation-tolerant Edge AI co-processors and an accompanying SDK for size-, weight-, and power-constrained systems such as satellites, spacecraft, drones, robotics, bodycams, and security devices.
AI & Machine LearningSemiconductorsSpace TechSanta Barbara, US
Konstantin Likharev(Co-founder)Dimitri Strukov(Co-founder)Mirko Prezioso(CEO)inFarnood Merrikh Bayat(CTO)inPaul Daniel(CFO)
BoardJohn Bowers(Director)
Co-investorsSilicon Catalyst
MintNeuro designs purpose-built, low-power integrated circuits for neural implants, supporting functions like neural signal acquisition, stimulation, power management, and on-chip signal processing.
Deep TechMedical DevicesSemiconductors
Dorian Haci(Co-Founder & CEO)in
Nagi Bioscience provides in vivo toxicity testing services using organism-on-chip technology with C. elegans models, serving pharmaceutical, chemical, and biotech companies seeking faster, ethical alternatives to traditional animal testing.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechLongevityMedical DevicesNot stated, CH
Dr. Matteo Cornaglia(CEO and co-founder)Dr. Laurent Mouchiroud(CSO and co-founder)
Co-investorsVerve Venturesimec.xpand
NodeQuantum provides software for modelling, optimizing, and emulating quantum-safe networks and for designing quantum computing networks, including post-quantum encryption and validation of quantum key distribution hardware.
CybersecurityDeep TechQuantum Computing
QuantActions provides behavioral measurement tools for research, combining a smartphone app (TapCounter) that captures touchscreen interaction metrics, cognitive tests, and questionnaires with a web platform (Taps.ai) for study management and data analysis.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDigital HealthHealthtech
Co-investorsKickstart InnovationSICTIC
Renaissance Fusion develops fusion energy technology in Grenoble, France, focusing on high-temperature superconductors and liquid metal technologies to create clean, abundant energy.
CleantechClimate TechDeep TechEnergyGrenoble, FR
Francesco Volpe(Co-founder)inMartin Kupp(Co-founder)in
Co-investorsLowercarbon CapitalBpifranceHCVCJuniperLOWERCARBONPositron Ventures+2 more
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Synthara develops ComputeRAM, an embedded chip architecture that significantly improves energy efficiency and latency for AI inference on microcontrollers by leveraging in-memory computing.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechHardwareSemiconductorsZurich, CH
Manu(Co-founder)Alessandro Aimar(Co-founder)
Co-investorsSilicon CatalystVsquared Ventures
ToffeeX develops physics-driven generative design software for engineers to create optimized designs for thermal and fluid components such as heat sinks, cold plates, manifolds, and cooling systems.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingDeep TechSaaSLondon, GB
Marco Pietropaoli(CEO)inFrancesco Montomoli(Cofounder)in
Co-investorsEntrepreneur FirstIQ Capital
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Vitrealab develops and manufactures display components for augmented reality glasses using proprietary laser waveguide technology, produced in a dedicated cleanroom with custom fabrication processes.
Deep TechHardwareSemiconductorsVienna, AT
Co-investorsAPEX Venturesaws GründungsfondsLIFTTPhotonVenturesxista science ventures
WhatsApp is a messaging app for connecting with individuals and groups through voice and video calls, text, stickers, GIFs, photos, videos, and voice notes.
ConsumerSocial
Co-investorsBarn InvestmentsBR AngelsInvestidores.VCKF-FINANCE Private WealthLuchaMajinx Capital+4 more
Zaphiro develops software for monitoring and automating electrical networks used by public utilities and grid operators, with emphasis on cybersecurity and integration with renewable energy sources to support the energy transition.
CleantechDeep TechEnergyNot specified, CH
Paolo Romano(Founder & Chief Executive Officer)inLorenzo Zanni(Founder & Chief Operating Officer)inMarco Pignati(Founder & Chief Technology Officer)
Co-investorsCDP Venture Capital
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesGreenjets · uktech.news · Jul 21, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Excellis Holding made?
- Excellis Holding has 16 tracked investments, including 1 dated in the last 24 months.
- What stage does Excellis Holding invest at?
- Excellis Holding invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Excellis Holding focus on?
- Excellis Holding focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Cleantech, Deep Tech, Energy, Hardware, Medical Devices, New Materials, Quantum Computing, Semiconductors.
- Where is Excellis Holding located?
- Excellis Holding is headquartered in Torino, IT.
- Does Excellis Holding lead rounds?
- Excellis Holding typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
- Who does Excellis Holding co-invest with?
- Excellis Holding most often shares deals with Silicon Catalyst, APEX Ventures, Entrepreneur First, among 43 tracked co-investors.
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