Helicos Biosciences Corporation
Latest round
- Series B
Last raised
- Mar 2006
Total raised
- $47M
Investors
- 5
About Helicos Biosciences Corporation
Helicos BioSciences is a biotechnology firm specializing in advanced sequencing technologies, particularly in RNA and DNA sequencing.Helicos BioSciences, headquartered in Cambridge, US, focuses on developing sequencing technologies that eliminate the need for library preparation or amplification in RNA and DNA sequencing. The company pivoted to an IPO on May 24, 2007, with UBS Investment Bank as the sole book-running manager. The founder's history and previous ventures are not detailed in the available information.Helicos BioSciences specializes in True Single Molecule Sequencing (tSMS), enabling direct RNA and DNA sequencing without library preparation. This technology provides high accuracy by reducing errors associated with conventional methods.In the most recent fiscal year, Helicos BioSciences reported revenue of USD 3,230,000 and an EBITDA of USD -6,038,000.60 mn to expand its product offerings and enhance its sequencing technologies. The company is targeting new geographic markets, with specific plans to increase its presence in Europe and Asia by the end of 2008.
Who invested in Helicos Biosciences Corporation
5 investors across 2 rounds
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Who invested in Helicos Biosciences Corporation?
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How much funding has Helicos Biosciences Corporation raised?
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When did Helicos Biosciences Corporation last raise money?
Helicos Biosciences Corporation's most recent round on record is a Series B, in Mar 2006.
What does Helicos Biosciences Corporation do?
Helicos BioSciences is a biotechnology firm specializing in advanced sequencing technologies, particularly in RNA and DNA sequencing.
Where is Helicos Biosciences Corporation headquartered?
Helicos Biosciences Corporation is headquartered in Cambridge, US.
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