$8.65M Raised for Whole-Genome-Based Custom Probiotics

Sun Genomics Raises Series A for Personalized Probiotics

June 29, 2020

Sun Genomics, a San Diego DTC custom probiotics company, raised $8.65m in Series A funding. Led by Sunny Jain, CEO and founder, Sun Genomics provides personalized probiotic solutions based on whole-genome sequencing diagnostics.

The round was led by Pangaea Ventures with Danone Manifesto Ventures, SOSV, Human Longevity, and Nascita Ventures joining.

Sun Genomics will use the funding to grow sales in the custom probiotics market, scale their delivery operations across the United States and international markets, and accelerate the publication of studies in partnership with academic institutions.

Sun Genomics offers the flagship product Floré, a microbiome test and custom probiotics supplement that utilizes whole-genome sequencing and ensure that customers receive a completely personalized product that is based on their unique gut profiles.

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Maggie Saunders