Fermeate

BiotechnologySeedSan Francisco, USfermeate.com

Latest round

Seed

Last raised

Mar 2026

Total raised

$2.5M

Investors

9

About Fermeate

Based in the US, Fermeate, Inc.Fermeate, Inc. specializes in optogenetic technology aimed at improving industrial fermentation processes.525 mn.Fermeate specializes in advanced optogenetic control technology for industrial fermentation processes, which enhances the efficiency and output of microbial production systems. Its core product offering includes a hardware module that integrates with existing bioreactors through standard tank ports. This module draws a small volume of broth, delivers a precisely timed pulse of light, and returns it to the bioreactor, facilitating real-time switching of microbial organisms from growth to production mode. This innovative approach stabilizes production strains against genetic drift, optimizes yield, and enables the use of low-cost and waste-stream carbon sources.Fermeate generates revenue through partnerships and direct sales of its optogenetic control technology to industrial fermentation clients. The company's transactions often involve long-term collaborations with partners to tailor solutions that align with specific production needs and efficiency goals. By implementing its hardware module into existing bioreactor systems, Fermeate facilitates a streamlined integration process, minimizing costs and operational downtime for its clients.In March 2026, Fermeate, Inc. The company plans to introduce new products aimed at enhancing the efficiency of fermentation processes and is targeting expansion into additional geographic regions, specifically in Europe and Asia, by 2027.

Who invested in Fermeate

9 investors across 1 round

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Funding rounds

  1. Seed

    Mar 31, 2026

    Amount

    $2.5M

    Investors

    Locked

Questions about Fermeate

Who invested in Fermeate?

Fermeate has 9 investors on record across 1 venture round. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.

How much funding has Fermeate raised?

Fermeate has raised 1 venture round. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.

When did Fermeate last raise money?

Fermeate's most recent round on record is a Seed, in Mar 2026.

What does Fermeate do?

Based in the US, Fermeate, Inc.

Where is Fermeate headquartered?

Fermeate is headquartered in San Francisco, US.

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