BioCertica
OperatingBioCertica is a biotechnology company that combines advanced genetic testing with encryption technology to create Africa’s first digital biobank.
- Biotechnology
- Paarl, South Africa
- Seed
- Founded 2019
- biocertica.com ↗
- Total raised
- $2.3M
- disclosed
- Last round
- $1.6M
- Seed
- Rounds
- 2
- since 2019
- Investors
- 1
- on record
- Employees
- 11-50
About BioCertica
BioCertica is a biotechnology company that combines advanced genetic testing with encryption technology to create Africa’s first digital biobank. A range of DNA tests unlock your genetic information and translate it into actionable results that empower you to live a happier, healthier and more fulfilling life. With a strong focus on security, BioCertica puts you in control of your genetic information with a secure bio-identity. This specifically means that BioCertica will not sell your genetic information to third parties, as is the case with others in the industry.
BioCertica funding2 rounds
All 2 rounds →BioCertica has raised $2.3M across 2 disclosed rounds. The latest is a $1.6M Seed announced 12 Apr 2022.
- $650KPre-seedPre-seed, $650K, $650K raised to date
- $1.6MSeedSeed, $1.6M, $2.3M raised to date
SLA Funding Index · grey is capital raised before each round
Who has invested in BioCertica
| Announced | Round | Lead · investors | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Apr 2022 | BioCertica Seed | Not disclosed | $1.6M |
| 01 Jan 2021 | BioCertica Pre-seed | Ministry of programming | $650K |
BioCertica founders & team
- Gert van WykFounder
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Frequently asked about BioCertica
- Where is BioCertica based and when was it founded?
- BioCertica is headquartered in Paarl, South Africa and was founded in 2019.
- Who founded BioCertica?
- BioCertica was founded by Gert van Wyk (Founder).
- How much funding has BioCertica raised?
- BioCertica has raised $2.3M across 2 disclosed rounds. Its latest, a $1.6M Seed, was announced on Apr 12, 2022.
- Who has invested in BioCertica?
- Backers include Ministry of programming.
- What sector is BioCertica in?
- BioCertica operates in Biotechnology, Analytics and MedTech.
