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Lightchain Capital
AddedFeb 17, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Lightchain Capital

Lightchain Capital

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Venture capital fund investing in early-stage life sciences firms for improved cancer outcomes.

Location
St. Louis, MO, US
Founded
2018
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Lightchain Capital is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in life sciences companies, particularly those focused on improving cancer outcomes. The firm typically participates in Seed and Series A funding rounds, supporting innovative startups with the potential to make significant advancements in cancer treatment and patient care.

Notable portfolio companies include AI Proteins, Nextrna Therapeutics, and SimpleRose, which have collectively raised substantial funding. Lightchain Capital is led by experienced partners with a strong background in life sciences and venture capital. The firm offers unique value-add services such as strategic guidance, regulatory support, and access to a network of industry experts to help portfolio companies navigate the complexities of the healthcare sector.

Lightchain Capital - Portfolio Snapshot

Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages

Total Investments4
Current Portfolio Count3
Total Portfolio Exits0

Top Investment Stages

Seed2 (50.0%)
Series A2 (50.0%)

Stage Mix

Seed 50%Series A 50%

Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.

Recent Investments

SimpleRose logo

SimpleRose

AI Proteins logo

AI Proteins

Nextrna Therapeutics logo

Nextrna Therapeutics

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Lightchain Capital - Classification

Also Known As
  • Lightchain Capital LLC
NAICS
  • 520000Finance and Insurance
  • 523000Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
  • 523900Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523990All Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523999Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
SIC
  • 6700Holding And Other Investment Offices
  • 6790Miscellaneous Investing
  • 6799Investors, Not Elsewhere Classified
Show 6 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 525000Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
  • 523910Miscellaneous Intermediation
  • 523940Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
SIC
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 6720Investment Offices
  • 6722Management Investment Offices, Open-end