Brightseed

Brightseed, founded in 2017, is a biosciences company that leverages artificial intelligence to discover bioactive compounds in nature with potential health benefits. Their proprietary AI platform, Forager®, maps and predicts the health impacts of plant-based compounds, facilitating the development of natural health solutions. Brightseed has partnered with organizations like Danone and Ocean Spray to explore the health benefits of various plant sources.

The company has attracted significant investment from a diverse group of investors, including Temasek, Lewis & Clark AgriFood, Seed 2 Growth Ventures, Horizons Ventures, CGC Ventures, Fifty Years, Germin8 Ventures, and AgFunder. In May 2022, Brightseed raised $68 million in a funding round led by Temasek, bringing its total funding to approximately $120 million.

What sets Brightseed apart is its integration of AI with biosciences to uncover previously unknown phytonutrients, accelerating the discovery and validation process from years to months. By mapping the connections between plants and human health, Brightseed addresses challenges in identifying natural compounds that can contribute to health and wellness, providing scientifically validated insights for the development of functional foods and supplements.

In the artificial intelligence landscape, Brightseed operates within the category of AI-driven bioactive discovery. Their technology applies machine learning algorithms to analyze complex biological data, facilitating the identification of beneficial compounds in nature and their applications in health and nutrition.

For more information, please visit brightseedbio.com.

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