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Genomenon, a US-based genome sequencing analysis software spinout of University of Michigan, secured $5.3m in a funding round yesterday backed by Michigan Rise and Red Cedar Ventures, a state-backed seed fund managed by and an early-stage venture arm of Michigan State University Foundation. The round also attracted insurer Atain Specialty Insurance, BroadOak Capital Partners, Green Park & Golf Ventures, Invest Detroit Ventures, IrishAngels, Michigan Angel Fund and Invest Michigan. Genomenon previously secured an undisclosed sum from Michigan Rise in…

Thierry Heles

Thierry Heles is the editor of Global University Venturing, host of the Beyond the Breakthrough interview podcast and responsible for the monthly GUV Gazette (sign up here for free).