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Veritas Genetics

99 Conifer Hill Dr, Danvers, MA, 01923, US

Overview

Veritas Genetics provides whole genome sequencing and targeted genetic screening tests focused on hereditary cancer and reproductive health. The company was co-founded in 2014 by Dr. George Church, Mirza Cifric, Preston Estep III, and Jonathan Zhao and is based in Boston, MA, with offices in the U.S., Europe and China. In October 2016 it raised $30M in a Series B, bringing total funding to $42M. Veritas plans to use the capital to expand its product portfolio and operations, enhance the consumer digital experience, and establish partnerships with hospitals and researchers globally. Recent executive hires include Tim Smith as Chief Operating Officer, Rodrigo Martinez as Chief Marketing and Design Officer, and Doug Flood as Chief Commercial Officer.

Total raised
$30M
Funding rounds
1
Latest round
Series B
Latest activity
Oct 2016

Industries

  • Biotechnology
  • Genetics
  • Health Care
  • Personal Health
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Recent funding

  1. Series B

    Oct 2016

    $30M

Team

  • Mirza Cifric

    Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer

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  • Jonathan Zhao

    Founder & Managing Director, Asia

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  • Devin Champagne

    Laboratory Technologist

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  • Jingyi Zhang

    Public Relations and Communication Associates

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