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UNM Rainforest Innovations

UNM Rainforest Innovations

Albuquerque, New Mexicounm.edu

Overview

UNM Rainforest Innovations is the non-profit technology transfer and economic development organization for the University of New Mexico, which commercializes university research by protecting intellectual property, licensing technology, and fostering the creation of startup companies.

Year Founded

1995

Portfolio Companies

3

Website

unm.edu

Investments

UNM Rainforest Innovations investments
CompanyDateStageLead
Zenthos EnergyAug 2023AngelCo-investor
Pajarito PowderDec 2014VC RoundCo-investor
Circular GenomicsJan 2024Series ACo-investor

Key People

Peter Kierst

Principal Lecturer in Constitutional Law, Department of Political Science

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Investment Activity

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FAQ

Where is UNM Rainforest Innovations based?

UNM Rainforest Innovations is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States.

When was UNM Rainforest Innovations founded?

UNM Rainforest Innovations was founded in 1995.

How many portfolio companies does UNM Rainforest Innovations have?

UNM Rainforest Innovations has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.

What are some companies in UNM Rainforest Innovations's portfolio?

Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Zenthos Energy, Pajarito Powder, Circular Genomics.

What was UNM Rainforest Innovations's most recent investment shown here?

UNM Rainforest Innovations's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Circular Genomics in 2024.

What sectors does UNM Rainforest Innovations focus on?

UNM Rainforest Innovations focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech.

What company stages does UNM Rainforest Innovations focus on?

UNM Rainforest Innovations typically invests at the Early stage.

Firmographic Details

HeadquartersAlbuquerque, New Mexico
Year Founded1995

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