BrightSpec
PrivateLast Round
Series C
Dec 14, 2022
Total Funding Raised
$22.3M
Company Overview
BrightSpec operates in Healthcare & Life Sciences and is based in Charlottesville, Virginia. Its latest recorded funding round was a Series C round in December 2022.
BrightSpec is a life science tools company that commercializes instruments using molecular rotational resonance (MRR) spectroscopy for the structural identification and quantitation of small molecules.
Sector
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Verticals
Biotech Equipment, Drug Discovery, Smart Manufacturing, Quality Management
Business Model
B2B
Customer Profile
Hardware Sales, Services & Consulting, Subscription SaaS
AI Layer
Non-AI
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BrightSpec Funding Rounds
Historical fundraising activity
| Round | Date | Amount Raised | Valuation | Investors | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series C | Dec 14, 2022 | ||||
| Series B | Mar 1, 2019 | ||||
| Grant | May 1, 2018 | ||||
| Grant | Aug 1, 2015 |
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Key People
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BrightSpec Investors
Notable investors and investment history
| Investor | Rounds |
|---|---|
| University of Virginia LVG Seed Fund | Series B, Series C |
| Arboretum Ventures | Series C |
| NIH RADx | Grant |
| Genoa Ventures | Series C |
| Felton Group | Series C |
| Virginia Catalyst | Grant |
| Medvest Capital | Series B, Series C |
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- Nov 28, 2025
Added Kusak Cut Glass Works, a startup in glass manufacturing.
- Oct 28, 2025
Received a 2025 R&D 100 Award for its spectraMRR platform.
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BrightSpec Filings
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is BrightSpec a public or private company?
BrightSpec is a private company.
What is the current stock price of BrightSpec?
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How much is BrightSpec worth (valuation)?
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Can I buy BrightSpec stock?
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When was BrightSpec's last funding round?
BrightSpec's most recent funding round was Series C on December 14, 2022.
Who are the main investors in BrightSpec?
Key investors in BrightSpec include Arboretum Ventures, NIH RADx, Genoa Ventures, Virginia Catalyst, National Science Foundation.
Will BrightSpec IPO soon?
No public IPO plans have been announced for BrightSpec.
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