Genoa Ventures
San Francisco
Investment thesis
Genoa Ventures partners with portfolio companies to enhance their performance and stability as they work toward their full potential. The firm brings diverse expertise from investing, operating, research, and scaling across biology and technology sectors. Upon investment, the firm becomes an extended team member actively supporting companies through growth acceleration, obstacle navigation, and strategic milestone achievement.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
What they invest in
from 15 of 17 portfolio companiesMedical Devices Γ9Biotech Γ7Healthtech Γ5AgTech Γ4AI & Machine Learning Γ4Deep Tech Γ4Digital Health Γ2FoodTech Γ2
HQs:United StatesΓ3United KingdomΓ1
Investments Β· 17 tracked
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AI & Machine LearningHealthtechMedical Devices
BRAINBox Solutions develops a diagnostic and prognostic platform for mild traumatic brain injury that combines blood biomarker panels, neurocognitive testing, and AI-driven scoring to provide objective evidence of injury and predict post-injury symptoms. The platform serves clinicians and patients requiring TBI diagnosis and prognosis assessment.
AI & Machine LearningHealthtechMedical DevicesHouston, US
Frank Peacock(Principal Investigator)
BrightSpec develops spectraMRR, a molecular rotational resonance spectroscopy platform for rapid identification and quantitation of molecules in complex mixtures. The platform serves pharmaceutical, chemical, and consumer goods industries for applications including structure validation, residual analysis, and raw material characterization.
BiotechDeep TechMedical Devices
Rick Gordon(CEO)
Codetta Bio develops the Concerto System, a biomarker detection platform that combines digital PCR, qPCR, and immunoPCR technology to simultaneously measure proteins, DNA, and RNA from a single sample for multi-omics applications.
BiotechDeep TechMedical Devices
Epitel develops REMI, a wireless EEG monitoring system with AI-powered seizure detection for use in healthcare facilities and ambulatory settings. The system captures brain electrical activity using disposable wearable sensors and integrates with standard EEG review platforms.
AI & Machine LearningHealthtechMedical DevicesSalt Lake City, US
Fellow provides mail-in semen analysis testing for patients and fertility clinics, with results delivered in under 2 business days from a CLIA-certified laboratory. The service supports vasectomy verification and fertility testing for patients and clinical partners including urologists and reproductive specialists.
Digital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices
Meiogenix develops a plant breeding technology platform that accelerates genetic gain and trait development through targeted recombination, serving crop breeders globally across specialty and field crops.
AgTechBiotech
New Culture produces animal-free dairy cheese products, starting with mozzarella for pizzerias, using food science to replicate the taste, melt, and stretch of conventional cheese. The company targets pizza makers and consumers seeking lactose-free and environmentally sustainable dairy alternatives.
Climate TechFoodTech
Redux Bio develops RNAi-based preventative disease management products for livestock and aquaculture farmers as sustainable alternatives to antibiotics. The company addresses unmet needs in animal health using RNA interference technology.
AgTechBiotechHealthtech
SCIEX manufactures mass spectrometry and capillary electrophoresis systems for precision molecular detection and quantitation. The company serves research scientists and clinical laboratories performing quantitative and qualitative analyses.
Deep TechMedical Devices
Simbiosys develops AI-powered 3D visualization and diagnostic technology that converts 2D medical imaging into interactive 3D digital tumor models to support surgical planning and patient treatment. The platform serves surgeons and oncologists in breast cancer and other oncology settings.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthMedical Devices
Bond Pets develops brewed meat proteins using precision fermentation for pet food products that are marketed as better for pets, farm animals, and the planet.
BiotechFoodTechBoulder, US
Rich Kelleman(CEO & Founder)
Tropic develops improved varieties of tropical crops using gene editing and gene silencing technologies to enhance yield, disease resistance, and climate resilience. The company serves farmers and global consumers by creating staple crops like bananas and rice that reduce pesticide dependency and environmental impact.
AgTechBiotechNorwich, GB
ZwitterCo manufactures anti-fouling membranes using zwitterionic chemistry for industrial wastewater treatment and process water purification. The company serves food processors, dairy operations, biotechnology companies, and other industrial facilities managing complex wastewater streams and process separations.
Advanced ManufacturingAgTechCleantech
Frequently asked questions
- What sectors does Genoa Ventures focus on?
- Genoa Ventures focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Deep Tech.
- Where is Genoa Ventures located?
- Genoa Ventures is headquartered in San Francisco, US.
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