Last updated 2026-08-29
- Raised $90M Series D led by Octagon Capital, Aug 2026
- Raised $68M Series B led by GV, Mar 2025
- Raised $31M Series A led by Investissement Québec, Oct 2024
Total raised
$192.3M
Stage
—
Founded
2026
Headcount
—
HQ
Heidelberg, Germany
Sector
Biotechnology
Website ↗Registrar ID: 517204756 (EpiTrace Bio Ltd.)
About
EpiTrace, born out of the German Cancer Research Center, applies epigenetics to challenges in the livestock and food industries. Their mission is to collect and provide epigenetic data to make animal husbandry, breeding, and production more transparent, efficient, and sustainable. They envision a world where livestock systems can maximize both productivity and animal welfare. EpiTrace provides solutions across several sectors, including animal welfare assessment, meat traceability, cell-based meat, and equine health.
Funding history · 5 rounds · $192.3M total
5 events/rounds · $192.3M Total Funding: $191.2M in Private Equity
Aug 2026
★ Octagon Capital★ Janus Henderson Investorsabrdn Inc.Sanofi VenturesReadout CapitalAngelini VenturesDuquesne Family OfficeCormorant Asset Managementfunds managed by abrdn Inc.Fidelity Management & Research Company
Jun 2026
★ Caesar Ventures★ XISTA Science Ventures★ Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG)★ Austrian federal development and financing bank AWSNavec Venture Holding GmbH
Mar 2025
★ GV★ Ally Bridge Group★ Johnson & Johnson's corporate venture armPolaris Partners2 more investorsSamsara BioCapitalNovartis Venture Fund
Oct 2024
★ Investissement QuébecIRICoRJonathan MilnerCTI Life SciencesNovateur VenturesAdvent Life SciencesadMare BioInnovationsFonds de Solidarité FTQCambridge Innovation CapitalHarrington Discovery Institute
Jun 2023
Grant
$1.1M
pitchbook.com
Offices
Heidelberg, Germany · HQ / main office
Q&A
- What is EpiTrace Bio Ltd.'s primary business focus?
- EpiTrace Bio Ltd. decodes epigenetic biomarkers in animals to provide actionable insights for livestock management, animal welfare monitoring, and meat traceability.
- When was EpiTrace Bio Ltd. founded?
- EpiTrace Bio Ltd. was founded in 2026.
- Where is EpiTrace Bio Ltd. headquartered?
- EpiTrace Bio Ltd. is headquartered in Heidelberg, Germany.
- What is the origin of EpiTrace Bio Ltd.?
- EpiTrace Bio Ltd. was born out of the German Cancer Research Center.
- Who are the founders of EpiTrace Bio Ltd.?
- The founders of EpiTrace Bio Ltd. include Dr. Lisa Görs (Designated CEO), Dr. Geetha Venkatesh (CSO), Dr. Sina Lyko-Tönges (Head of IP), and Prof. Dr. Frank Lyko (High-level scientific vision and strategic oversight).
- What sectors does EpiTrace Bio Ltd. operate in?
- EpiTrace Bio Ltd. operates in the Biotechnology, Agriculture, and Food and Beverage sectors.
- What technologies does EpiTrace Bio Ltd. utilize?
- EpiTrace Bio Ltd. utilizes Epigenetic Analysis, Biomarkers, and Data Analytics technologies.
- What are the target customer segments for EpiTrace Bio Ltd.?
- EpiTrace Bio Ltd. targets customers in the Livestock Industry and Food Industry.
Team · 4
Dr. Lisa Görs
Founder · Designated CEO
Dr. Geetha Venkatesh
Founder · CSO
Dr. Sina Lyko-Tönges
Founder · Head of IP
Prof. Dr. Frank Lyko
Founder · Scientific Vision and Strategic Oversight
Sectors & technology
Primary sector
Biotechnology
Technologies
Target customers
Business model
B2B
Full data — links, identifiers, deals & radar signals (jobs, patents, research, more)
External links
| Website | epitrace.de/ |
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Identifiers & details
| Founded | 2026 |
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Radar intelligence
Israeli Companies Registrar (רשם החברות / ICA)
| Registrar # (ח.פ.) | 517204756 |
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| Status | פעילה |
| Corp type | ישראלית חברה פרטית |
| Incorporated | 2025-08-12 |
| Purpose | לעסוק בכל עיסוק חוקי |
| Liability | מוגבלת |
| In violation (unfiled) | no |
| Active charges / liens | 0 |
| Registry events | 0 |
| Registered address | ברקלי שאול 21 ירושלים |