Updated: June 13, 2026

Alumni startups
41
Total investments
70
Successful exits
6
About the program
Program type
Investment stage
Investment focus areas
Description
Illumina Ventures is an independently managed venture fund in a strategic partnership with Illumina. Illumina provides the majority of their capital and access to the expertise and vision of the world's leading genomics solutions provider. They invest primarily in early stage companies, in areas where their expertise and special relationship with Illumina can add value. They typically syndicate with other leading institutional and strategic investors. Focus areas include applications of genomics in life science research, healthcare, agriculture and environmental science, public safety and personal wellness.
Founded2016
Location
Investment offer
Can lead rounds
Yes