# Lightspeed Microscopy

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/lightspeed-microscopy

- Industry: Medical Devices & Equipment
- Headquarters: Seattle, US
- Website: www.lightspeedbio.com
- Total disclosed funding: $4M
- Latest round: Series A (Jun 15, 2021)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Lightspeed Microscopy, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, specializing in advanced microscopy technologies that enhance biological research and diagnostics for healthcare professionals and researchers across the globe.Founded in 2018, Lightspeed Microscopy, Inc. focuses on developing innovative microscopy solutions. The company has not undergone any significant operational changes since its inception. Co-founded by Adam Glaser, Jonathan Liu, and Steve Buckley, the company recently raised USD 4.00 mn in Series A funding led by Dynamk Capital on June 15, 2021, bringing its total amount raised to USD 4.00 mn. The company does not have any known subsidiaries or parent companies.Lightspeed Bio specializes in innovative biotechnology solutions aimed at addressing critical challenges in the life sciences sector. The company focuses on developing advanced platforms and products that enhance the efficiency and accuracy of biological research and diagnostics. Their core offerings include proprietary technologies for genetic analysis, high-throughput screening, and data analytics, serving a diverse clientele that includes academic institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and clinical laboratories across North America and Europe.Lightspeed Bio generates revenue through a multi-faceted business model primarily centered on B2B transactions. The company engages in direct sales of its products to research institutions and commercial clients, offering customizable solutions tailored to their specific needs. Revenue streams include subscription services for software platforms and transactional sales of diagnostic kits or analytical instruments. Collaborations with academic and clinical organizations support further research initiatives, enhancing the company’s visibility within the life sciences community.With the USD 4.00 mn raised in Series A funding, Lightspeed Microscopy, Inc. plans to support the commercialization and scaling of its microscopy platform. The company aims to introduce new products designed to streamline processes in biological research and diagnostics, although specific release dates have not been disclosed. Additionally, there are plans to expand into new markets, particularly within Europe and Asia, by 2023, further broadening the company's reach in the life sciences sector.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jun 15, 2021, $4M — Dynamk Capital

## Investors

- Dynamk Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dynamk-capital) — Series A