# InSpek

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/inspek

- Industry: Biotechnology
- Headquarters: Palaiseau, France
- Website: www.inspek-solutions.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $3.9M
- Latest round: Seed (Aug 26, 2024)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Based in Palaiseau, France, and founded in 2021, InSpek develops optical microchip technologies for monitoring biochemical processes. The company was co-founded by Juejun Hu, Laurent Vivien, and Derek Kita. As of 2024, the company is headed by its CEO Jerome Michon.

InSpek offers optical sensor technology that enables real-time monitoring of biochemical processes. Their core product offerings include sensors that utilize established optical analysis methods, such as Raman spectroscopy, integrated with photonics technology. These sensors are designed to detect multiple parameters including temperature, acidity, oxygenation, and chemical composition, providing valuable insights directly into biochemical reactions. Intended primarily for industries such as bioprocessing and chemical manufacturing. The company serves a diverse client base across various geographical markets, including Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on organizations involved in bioprocessing, pharmaceutical development, and chemical analysis. 

Transactions typically occur through direct sales to clients in the bioprocessing and chemical industries, where clients purchase sensors and related services for real-time monitoring applications. Additionally, InSpek may engage in partnerships or collaborations with research institutions and manufacturing firms, enhancing the reach and application of their products. Specific pricing structures for their flagship products, which leverage patented optical microchip technology, are determined based on the configuration and scale of the solutions provided, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. 

InSpek plans to expand its product offerings with new sensor technologies designed for enhanced biochemical analysis, expected to launch in the next 12 months. The company is also targeting growth in new markets, including South America and the Middle East, with plans to establish a presence by the end of 2024. Recent funding will be utilized to support product development and market expansion initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Aug 26, 2024, $3.9M — Breega, Quantonation, Wind

## Investors

- Breega (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/breega) — Seed
- Quantonation (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/quantonation) — Seed
- Wind (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/wind) — Seed