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MFV Partners

Palo Alto, California · Invests in US · Website

SeedPre-SeedSeries AHealthcare & BiotechClimate & EnergySpace & DefenseRoboticsHardware & DevicesFrontier TechRobotics & AutomationSemiconductors & HardwareClimate & Clean EnergyBiotech & Life SciencesAerospace & Defense

Thesis

Early-stage deep tech entrepreneurs developing novel, patented solutions to the world's biggest problems in robotics, quantum computing, energy, climate, and healthcare. We back visionary founders with deep domain expertise and engage as thought partners through technology validation and commercialization.

Likely not a fit for

No consumer apps, incremental improvements, or non-technical founding teams. Avoids companies without genuine technological breakthroughs.

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$25M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

5 contacts on file

KM

Karthee Madasamy

General PartnerManaging Partner · Primary contact

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AG

Ashish Gupta

PartnerChairman and Partner

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DR

Dr Ruchi Dana

PartnerPartner

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AP

Aaron Pickard

InvestorInvestor

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PO

Pavan Ongole

Platform & OpsAdvisor

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Portfolio

PsiQuantumSemiconductors Hardware

PsiQuantum is a quantum computing company focused on building the first commercially useful quantum computers.

Agility RoboticsRobotics Automation

Agility Robotics develops humanoid robots, specifically Digit, designed for automation in logistics and manufacturing environments. Their robots are aimed at addressing labor shortages by automating repetitive tasks.

SUN MobilityClimate Clean Energy

SUN Mobility is the leading provider of universal energy infrastructure and services to accelerate mass electric vehicle usage through innovative battery swapping technology.

MP SpaceAerospace Defense

Building the hardware driving the space industrial era, focusing on spacecraft subsystems, particularly power systems for reliable and cost-effective space missions.

OpenInferEnterprise Software

OpenInfer is redefining AI inference with edge-native infrastructure designed for power, cost, and reliability, enabling seamless integration of AI across various compute environments.

PhenoTAHealthcare Digital

PhenoTA is pioneering the use of Raman spectroscopy in routine blood testing, focusing on automation for next-generation hematology labs.

Chef RoboticsRobotics Automation

Chef Robotics specializes in smart cooking technology using robots to enhance meal preparation. The company focuses on faster, smarter, and more creative cooking methods.

ConiferRobotics Automation

Conifer is developing compact, modular, and cost-effective electric powertrains that do not rely on rare-earth materials, utilizing innovative axial flux technology and a unique manufacturing process.

IrrigreenClimate Clean Energy

Irrigreen offers digital smart sprinklers designed to save water and enhance lawn care through precision mapping and smart home integration.

Flow MedicalHealthcare Digital

FLOW Medical Solutions is a leading provider of high-quality medical technology solutions and management services and cutting-edge healthcare turnkey solutions. Our mission is to transform healthcare delivery by driving financial, clinical, and operational improvements.

SimCare AIEdtech

SimCare AI provides AI-powered client simulations for counselor training, allowing students to practice counseling skills with virtual clients and receive instant feedback.

BeaconLogistics Supply Chain

Beacon is an AI-powered supply chain workspace that enhances visibility and collaboration across logistics operations.

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MFV Partners Research Investment Thesis MFV Partners is an early-stage deep tech venture capital firm exclusively focused on investing in deep technology that transforms industries and solves the world's biggest challenges. Founded in 2018 and based in Silicon Valley, the firm believes that breakthrough innovations in robotics, quantum computing, AI, semiconductors, and other deep tech areas have

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