Lux Capital | Lux IX
◆ Fund Size
$1.5B
◆ Check Size
◆ Location
United States
◆ Portfolio
7 companies
◆ Activity
Statusactively investing
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◆ Investment Thesis
Focus on investments at the intersection of science, technology, and national security including foundational scientific and technological innovation.
◆ About Lux Capital
Lux Capital is a venture capital firm investing at the frontier of science and technology, focusing on deep tech at the intersection of science, technology, and national security. Lux Ventures IX (Lux IX), their largest fund to date at $1.5 billion, targets early and growth-stage companies in areas like artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, energy, biotechnology, and defense-related technologies. The firm backs founders building foundational innovations with a long-duration partnership approach, providing seed-level checks and significant follow-on capital.
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◆ Team
| Name | Title | Role | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Wolfe | Co-Founder & Managing Partner | — | |
| Peter Hébert | Co-Founder & Managing Partner | — |
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◆ FAQ
What does Lux IX invest in?
Lux IX invests in Manufacturing Tech, Clean Energy, Biotech and Defense Tech at the growth and seed stages.
Which geographies does Lux IX focus on?
Lux IX focuses on United States, and is headquartered in United States.
What is Lux IX's typical check size?
Lux IX typically writes checks of $0.1M to $100M.
Which startups has Lux IX backed?
Lux IX has 12 tracked investments on Fusion42, including Catalyst, Parallax, Multiplier, Transfyr, Agon and SkyPilot.