Top 20 Biotechnology Startup Investors in Uruguay (October 2026)

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• metaBIX Biotech — Predictive technology for emerging pathogen and microbiological risk for the agrifood sector from environmental samples.

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• HUNTY — HUNTY is a platform that help people find jobs by connecting them with world class mentors who prepare them for the job search process. And people only pay when they get hired.
• UIN — UIN is the BehaviorOS for banks, fintechs, telcos, and retailers. Its AI-powered platform analyzes user behavior and transaction data to orchestrate personalized triggers, incentives, rewards, and experiences that increase activation, frequency, retention, and lifetime value.
• ALKEMIO — ALKEMIO is a developer of a bio-magnetic technology intended to transform electronic waste into quality battery-grade metals.

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• Calice — ounded in 2022, Calice is at the forefront of agricultural innovation. We specialize in computationally modeling biological and agronomic data of crops to predict and enhance their yield, quality, and adaptability across diverse environmental scenarios.Our flagship software, NODES™, leverages advanced artificial intelligence, data science, andbioinformatics to transform vast amounts of crop data into actionable insights. This enables agricultural companies to optimize their R&D programs, reducing costs, enhancing efficiency, and minimizing environmental impact.At Calice, we believe that the future of agriculture lies in harnessing the power of science and technology to create sustainable and resilient farming practices. Our mission is to contribute to a more sustainable world by helping our clients develop better crops and products, ensuring that natural and productive resources are universally accessible.Join us as we lead the next revolution in agriculture, fostering growth and resilience for a more prosperous and environmentally conscious future.
• Giraffe Bio — Giraffe Bio uses AI and biomolecules to optimize metal extraction, increase yield, and reduce environmental impact. Revolutionizing sustainable mining technology.
• metaBIX Biotech — Predictive technology for emerging pathogen and microbiological risk for the agrifood sector from environmental samples.

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• metaBIX Biotech — Predictive technology for emerging pathogen and microbiological risk for the agrifood sector from environmental samples.

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• EYWA — Through expert interviews and educational talks, Eywa Academy shares the science, stories, and ideas driving a new era of psychedelic-assisted care.
• Tell — Tell provides natural speech metrics for fast, objective insights on neurocognition.
• metaBIX Biotech — Predictive technology for emerging pathogen and microbiological risk for the agrifood sector from environmental samples.

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• Fecundis — Fecundis develops sperm capacitation technologies for IVF and assisted reproduction, helping fertility laboratories improve sperm function, embryo development, and ART outcomes.
• EYWA — Through expert interviews and educational talks, Eywa Academy shares the science, stories, and ideas driving a new era of psychedelic-assisted care.

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• EYWA — Through expert interviews and educational talks, Eywa Academy shares the science, stories, and ideas driving a new era of psychedelic-assisted care.

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• Halla — Halla Intelligence is a digital solution that leverages over 100 billion shopper and product data points to recommend and promote what grocery items.
• Simply Good Jars — Simply Good Jars is a B-Corp company that delivers healthy meals in reusable + returnable packaging through use of smart refrigerated kiosks placed in offices, transit centers, universities and health-systems. Driven by purpose to change that way people think about consumption, SGJ introduces sustainable business practices into their everydayoperations with a zero-waste goal. For every jar returned back to the company for reuse, they will help feed someone in need and ensure that no packaging materials end up in landfills.
• Verdex Technologies — Verdex Technologies is an advanced materials platform technology that uses nanofibers to disrupt industries. Verdex doesn't just compete, it innovates and disrupts.

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• EYWA — Through expert interviews and educational talks, Eywa Academy shares the science, stories, and ideas driving a new era of psychedelic-assisted care.

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• Xeptiva Therapeutics — Xeptiva develops therapeutic vaccines against chronic pain and inflammation in companion animals.

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• One — ONE is the ecosystem you need to create, launch, and sell your digital products to customers around the world
• EYWA — Through expert interviews and educational talks, Eywa Academy shares the science, stories, and ideas driving a new era of psychedelic-assisted care.
• Satellites on Fire — Satellites on Fire helps to detect the real time forest fire through satellite imagery.

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• Pulpos — Pulpos objective is to provide the greatest product available on the market, complete with an interface that enables retailers to open a store from the cloud in a matter of minutes and with the support they need.
• Reuse — Reuse is an end-to-end online marketplace for buying and selling refurbished electronics in LATAM.
• ALKEMIO — ALKEMIO is a developer of a bio-magnetic technology intended to transform electronic waste into quality battery-grade metals.

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• UIN — UIN is the BehaviorOS for banks, fintechs, telcos, and retailers. Its AI-powered platform analyzes user behavior and transaction data to orchestrate personalized triggers, incentives, rewards, and experiences that increase activation, frequency, retention, and lifetime value.
• Dapper — Dapper is a SaaS platform that empowers companies in Latin America to navigate public affairs with clarity and precision. By combining cutting-edge technology with expert legal and economic analysis, Dapper delivers real-time insights on laws, regulations, and policy shifts that impact business strategy. From monitoring legislative changes toproviding customized economic intelligence, Dapper helps organizations anticipate risks, identify opportunities, and make informed decisions in complex regulatory environments. The company operates in Colombia, Perú and Dominican Republic, Mexico, and Chile as of February, 2026.
• Bia Energy — Bia Energy is a next-generation energy retailer transforming Latin America’s electricity market. By replacing analog meters with smart metering infrastructure, Bia delivers real-time consumption data and a digital platform that helps businesses and households cut costs, optimize usage, and improve sustainability. Backed by Kaszek, 8VC, GlobalFounders Capital, and Nazca, Bia serves leading companies including Starbucks, Coca-Cola, WeWork, Terpel, Falabella, and IKEA. With rapid growth in Colombia and expansion plans into LatAm, Bia is building the digital backbone of energy retail in the region.

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• Flipzen — Your AI compliance operating system for automated KYC/KYB checks, document validation, and secure case management at scale.
• Kaudal — At Kaudal, people without a tech profile create the automation and digital products they need with no-code tools and authorized datasets. The solutions they create and the savings they generate are visible to celebrate people and measure impact.
• ReForest Latam — ReForest Latam is an biotech company restoring ecosystems and creating forests to fight climate change.

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• Dapta — Our SaaS platform offers a no-code solution for building APIs and aggregating databases. Save time and resources by streamlining your backend development process. Try it now!
• Magnar — AI Legaltech Assistant
• Forest — A cleaner, healthier and happier world is possible, one pedal at a time. 10 minutes free, every day, for every user.

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• CASIMIR —
• illumicell AI — illumicell AI combines patented AI algorithms and proprietary microscopy technology to test 50x faster, 20x more effectively, empowering every healthcare provider at the point of care – not just fertility clinics – with accessible, scalable fertility diagnostics.
• SignalRank — SignalRank owns a growing asset portfolio of top performing venture backed companies. It enters at Series B by helping early stage investors maintain their ownership in their best assets. The resulting portfolio is a top decile venture performer since inception in May 2023. SignalRank finances early stage investors’ pro-rata in qualifying Series B rounds through an automated process designed for speed, high-conviction selection, and partner-aligned economics. it can decide inside 24 hours and fund in less than a week. As a result SignalRank has 300+ seed partners who invite it to partner for pro-rata financing in their fastest growing companies. It sees a high percentage of all Series B term sheets prior to close. Capital is supplied from SignalRank’s balance sheet, with no capital calls or partner IC process delays. Check size correlates with capital available. SignalRank handles SPV setup and ongoing administration, with a target of moving from partner allocation request to funding in 5 business days. 20% of the profit on each investment goes directly to partners. SignalRank creates deal-by-deal SPVs; SignalRank does not charge management fees for this partner product. The portfolio can be seen at - https://signalrank.com/signalrank-index.html

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• Axenya — Axenya leverages the power of data to deliver personalized health, greater control, and cost savings. They design solutions for managing a company's corporate health.
• BIOMAKERS — BIOMAKERS is a biotechnology research company that offers molecular testing and genetic diagnosis for patient treatment.
• NeoCrop Technologies — NeoCrop Technologies modernizes the breeding of agri-food crops and contributes to the development of new seeds.

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• Xeptiva Therapeutics — Xeptiva develops therapeutic vaccines against chronic pain and inflammation in companion animals.

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• Order EAT — Revoluciona el funcionamiento del comedor o cafetería de tu colegio o escuela
• Data4Sales — We help eCommerce stores to understand their most valuable customers. Our A.I. recommends actionable insights that help you treat customers differently on every channel, improving retention, acquisition and developing customer value.Create a passionate, committed customer base that will spread the word of your eCommerce store attributes topotential new customers. As a result, we help you make far more money from your most valuable customers, who will buy from you more often and spend more when purchasing from you.
• Xeptiva Therapeutics — Xeptiva develops therapeutic vaccines against chronic pain and inflammation in companion animals.

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• FluoSphera — Fluosphera better predicts the effects of molecules through animal-free microphysiological systems, helping you to discover more efficient drugs with less adverse side effects.
• Giraffe Bio — Giraffe Bio uses AI and biomolecules to optimize metal extraction, increase yield, and reduce environmental impact. Revolutionizing sustainable mining technology.
• Transition Metal Solutions — Transition harnesses wild microbial communities to recover copper and other critical metals from low-grade mining resources.