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1855 Capital
State College, United States
1855 Capital is a seed and early‑stage venture fund that backs companies with a strong connection to Penn State University. It focuses on technology‑driven startups in information technology, advanced materials, and heal...
Portfolio
14+
Employees
5+
Founded
2016
AUM
≈ $10.0M
Investment focus
Stages
Seed
Industries
Software OnlyHealthcare TechnologyMedical DevicesNew Materials
Geographic scope
United States
Fund details
Funds
1855 Capital Fund I
Vintage 2018 • $10.0M
Sources
1855 Capital
1855 Capital is a seed and early‑stage venture fund that backs companies with a strong connection to Penn State University. It focuses on technology‑driven startups in information technology, advanced materials, and healthcare/medical devices, leveraging the university’s research and alumni network. The firm aims to support founders with capital and mentorship to accelerate product development and market traction.
Portfolio
14+
Employees
5+
Founded
2016
AUM
≈ $10.0M
Funds
1855 Capital Fund I · Vintage 2018 • $10.0M
Stages
Seed
Industries
Software OnlyHealthcare TechnologyMedical DevicesNew Materials
Geographic scope
United States
Sources
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5Metis develops novel agricultural fungicides by leveraging a platform combining natural product screening and proprietary boron chemistry. This approach yields compounds with new modes of action that effectively break resistance to existing chemistries. The resulting solutions allow growers to reduce application rates while providing safer and more sustainable crop protection.
Funding: $15.5M
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Funding: $15.5M
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Benefix is a digital platform that streamlines the management of small group employee benefits by integrating quoting, installation, and administration into a single workflow. It eliminates manual data entry and ensures 100% accurate rates directly from carriers, allowing brokers to save time and enhance client service.
Funding: $12.5M
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Funding: $12.5M
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Daasity provides a unified data platform that integrates and analyzes omnichannel retail data, enabling brands to visualize key performance indicators and identify growth opportunities. By transforming raw data into actionable insights, Daasity helps businesses optimize inventory management, enhance customer segmentation, and improve demand forecasting.
Funding: $20.7M
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Funding: $20.7M
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Phospholutions provides RhizoSorb 8‑39‑0, a patented phosphorus fertilizer that synchronizes phosphate release with crop demand, delivering up to 50% higher phosphorus use efficiency and reducing runoff and leaching by 78% and 84% respectively. The product cuts CO₂‑equivalent emissions by 45% and offers growers a $20 per acre ROI advantage while being compatible with existing application equipment, targeting manufacturers, retailers, and commercial growers seeking cost and sustainability gains.
Funding: $10.2M
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Funding: $10.2M
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Pledge It is a fundraising platform that enables nonprofits to utilize various methods such as peer-to-peer fundraising, auctions, and donation forms to maximize their fundraising potential. By providing tools for participant recruitment and community engagement, the platform helps organizations effectively rally support and achieve their financial goals.
Reflexion provides cognitive training through personalized workouts using touchscreen lightboards and mixed reality headsets, enhancing athletes' reaction time, eye-hand coordination, and anticipation skills. This technology addresses the need for improved cognitive performance in sports, enabling athletes to recover faster and achieve better results on the field.
Funding: $635.7K
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Funding: $635.7K
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Develops ultra-repellent surface coatings using a proprietary, PhD-developed technology that creates an ultra-smooth barrier on glass and ceramic materials. This technology prevents dirt, grime, and stains from adhering, reducing the need for frequent cleaning and enabling easier maintenance in residential and automotive applications.
Funding: $900.0K
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Funding: $900.0K
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studio BE is a wellness technology company focused on enhancing collective well-being through breathwork and mindfulness practices. By providing a digital platform that facilitates guided breathing exercises, the company aims to improve mental health and reduce stress in users.
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