Top 15 Biotechnology Startup Investors in Uruguay (September 2026)

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• Oncoliq — Oncoliq is a startup that is developing a screening method for early cancer detection based on liquid biopsy using a small blood sample. Our technology is based on the detection of panels of microRNAs by PCR and machine learning.
• 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.
• 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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• 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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• 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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• Xeptiva Therapeutics — Xeptiva Therapeutics is a veterinary biotechnology company that focuses on developing therapies for chronic inflammation conditions in companion animals. Its main products target chronic pain associated with osteoarthritis and atopic dermatitis in dogs. In addition, the company is developing therapies for the treatment of pain in horses and asthmain cats. Xeptiva's goal is to allow pets to live longer and healthier by targeting the underlying source of many chronic diseases.

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• One — Your customers pay in their local currency. You receive USDC dollars instantly, in your wallet from ONE. With just your ID.
• 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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• 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 Corporation is a FinTech company in the Venture space. It focuses on the seed stage asset class and uses data analytics to allocate capital to the best seed fund managers for their top performing companies. GPRank and CompanyRank are two proprietary algorithms it leverages to automate capital allocation. The company invests from balancesheet. Its customers are seed stage investors with outstanding companies in their portfolio.

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• Aptuno — Aptuno - Busco apartamento o casa en arriendo
• 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.
• 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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• 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.
• Asclepii — Multi-dimensional Wound Healing | Cell therapy is the future of human health. | Regenerative medicine for modern wound care.
• BIOMAKERS — BIOMAKERS is a biotechnology research company that offers molecular testing and genetic diagnosis for patient treatment.

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• Latitud — Build good sh*t with Latitud
• 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 Therapeutics is a veterinary biotechnology company that focuses on developing therapies for chronic inflammation conditions in companion animals. Its main products target chronic pain associated with osteoarthritis and atopic dermatitis in dogs. In addition, the company is developing therapies for the treatment of pain in horses and asthmain cats. Xeptiva's goal is to allow pets to live longer and healthier by targeting the underlying source of many chronic diseases.

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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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• Cifrato — Contabiliza, paga, concilia y analiza tus facturas en minutos, sin errores ni trabajo manual.
• 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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• Xeptiva Therapeutics — Xeptiva Therapeutics is a veterinary biotechnology company that focuses on developing therapies for chronic inflammation conditions in companion animals. Its main products target chronic pain associated with osteoarthritis and atopic dermatitis in dogs. In addition, the company is developing therapies for the treatment of pain in horses and asthmain cats. Xeptiva's goal is to allow pets to live longer and healthier by targeting the underlying source of many chronic diseases.