Biocentis secures $19M to advance its genetic innovation for insect control, led by the Grantham Foundation and Algebris Investments.
Amount Raised
$13 Million
Round Type
Seed
MilanBiotechnologyFarmingInvestors
Description
Biocentis has raised $19 million to enhance health and agriculture by managing insect populations through genetic innovation. The financing consists of a $13M seed equity investment led by the Grantham Foundation and Algebris Investments, alongside a $6M award from Wellcome. This funding will support Biocentis's mission to create genetically engineered insects that help control harmful species. The company combines advanced genetics with AI technologies to address the threats posed by insects.
Quick answer
Biocentis raised $13 Million in a Seed round, dated November 19, 2025. Investors: Grantham Foundation For The Protection Of The Environment, Wellcome and Algebris Investments. Biocentis is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
- How much did Biocentis raise?
- Biocentis raised $13 Million in a Seed round on November 19, 2025.
- Who invested in Biocentis?
- Grantham Foundation For The Protection Of The Environment, Wellcome and Algebris Investments are named as investors in this round.
- What does Biocentis do?
- Biocentis is a life-science company and spin-out of Imperial College London re-imagining insect control with a unique technology platform that combines environmental sustainability and unprecedented effectiveness.
- Where is Biocentis based and how big is it?
- Biocentis is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy. Fundz records about 20 employees.
- Who are the decision-makers at Biocentis?
- Fundz holds 1 contact at Biocentis. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.
Source: Fundz verified event record.
Who else raised in Farming and Biotechnology around the same time
Companies in the same sectors as Biocentis that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.
- Ruminant Biotech raised $17M (Series A) on November 25, 2025.
- Dalan Animal Health raised $3M (Seed) on November 19, 2025.
- AKA Foods raised $17M (Seed) on November 17, 2025.
- Bindwell raised $6M (Seed) on November 13, 2025.
- Solasta Bio raised $248K (Grant) on November 12, 2025.
- IBI Ag raised $10M (Series A) on November 11, 2025.
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