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The Engine

The Engine

Cambridge, Massachusettstheengine.com

Overview

The Engine is a venture capital firm and accelerator built by MIT that invests in early-stage "Tough Tech" companies. It supports startups in sectors including climate change, human health, and advanced systems, which require significant time and capital to commercialize. The organization operates through two main arms: The Engine Accelerator, a non-profit public benefit corporation providing infrastructure and community, and Engine Ventures, the venture capital firm that manages the investment funds.

Portfolio Companies

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Investments

The Engine investments
CompanyDateStageLead
XGenomesSep 2019SeedLead
Foundry BioSciences-AcceleratorCo-investor

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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HeadquartersCambridge, Massachusetts
Year FoundedN/A

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