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Vivid Dx raises $15M in seed financing to enhance pathogen detection and combat drug-resistant infections, led by Oxford Science Enterprises and Cedars-Sinai.

PRIVATEJul 28, 2026

Amount Raised

$15 Million

Round Type

Seed

OxfordBiotechnologyHealth CareHealth Diagnostics

Investors

Jameel Investment Management CompanyOxford Science EnterprisesCedars Sinai Intellectual Property Co.

Description

Vivid Dx has secured $15 million in seed financing to advance its precision diagnostics for drug-resistant infections. This funding, co-led by Oxford Science Enterprises and Cedars-Sinai Intellectual Property Co., aims to improve pathogen detection. The investment will support the company's efforts to enhance diagnostics that are critical in hospital settings. Additionally, Vivid Dx has appointed Keith O'Neill as CEO to lead its next phase of development.

Quick answer

Vivid Dx raised $15 Million in a Seed round, dated July 28, 2026. Investors: Jameel Investment Management Company, Oxford Science Enterprises and Cedars Sinai Intellectual Property Co. Vivid Dx is based in Oxford, England, United Kingdom.

How much did Vivid Dx raise?
Vivid Dx raised $15 Million in a Seed round on July 28, 2026.
Who invested in Vivid Dx?
Jameel Investment Management Company, Oxford Science Enterprises and Cedars Sinai Intellectual Property Co. are named as investors in this round.
What does Vivid Dx do?
Vivid Dx is a precision diagnostics company transforming pathogen detection and antimicrobial resistance testing.
Where is Vivid Dx based and how big is it?
Vivid Dx is based in Oxford, England, United Kingdom. Fundz records about 15 employees.
Who are the decision-makers at Vivid Dx?
Fundz holds 1 contact at Vivid Dx, including the Chief Operating & Product Officer. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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  • Cerenome, Inc. raised $20M (Debt Financing) on September 10, 2026.
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  • Hope Care raised $7M (Series A) on September 8, 2026.
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Company Information

Company

Vivid Dx

Location

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

About

Vivid Dx is a precision diagnostics company transforming pathogen detection and antimicrobial resistance testing. The company is developing a next-generation platform to deliver broad pathogen ID in 30 minutes and antibiotic susceptibility testing in 3 hours directly from blood. A spin-out from the University of Oxford, Vivid Dx aims to redefine the speed and accuracy of infectious disease diagnostics.

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