Kebotix

Cambridge, MA AI / Robotics Private

Kebotix is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based technology company that develops a self-driving laboratory platform combining artificial intelligence and robotic automation to accelerate the discovery and creation of new chemicals and advanced materials. Founded in 2017 by Harvard and University of Toronto researchers led by Alan Aspuru-Guzik and Jill Becker, the company applies machine learning models to design candidate molecules and materials, then uses closed-loop robotic systems to synthesize and test them, compressing R&D cycles that historically take years into months. Kebotix targets applications across electronics, sustainable chemicals, catalysts, optoelectronic materials, and specialty polymers, and has partnered with industrial customers including Johnson Matthey and BP as well as government research programs.

Overview

Company data and valuation marks are estimates and may be incomplete, stale, erroneous, or revised.

Founded

2017

Employees

11–50

Total Funding

$13.61M

4 rounds

Funding

Total raised $13.61M across 4 rounds

Funding data and valuation marks are estimates and may be incomplete, stale, erroneous, or revised.

Last updated 06-25-2026

Latest Round

Type

Series B

Date

July 22, 2024

Amount

Not disclosed

Valuation

Lead Investors

Not disclosed
DateRoundAmount RaisedValuationLead Investors
July 22, 2024 Series B Not disclosed Not disclosed
March 2023 Seed (2023 - second seed) $2.21M Not disclosed
April 16, 2020 Series A $11.4M Novo Holdings

Leadership

  • Jill S. Becker

    Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer

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  • Alan Aspuru-Guzik

    Co-Founder & Chief Visionary Officer

  • Semion Saikin

    Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer

  • Christoph Kreisbeck

    Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer

  • Dennis Sheberla

    Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer

Competitors

Competitor list is illustrative and may be incomplete, stale, or erroneous.

  • Lila Sciences

    Flagship Pioneering-backed self-driving lab platform pursuing 'scientific superintelligence' for materials, life sciences, and chemistry discovery.

  • Radical AI

    New York-based autonomous materials-science discovery firm integrating AI, engineering and robotics into a self-driving lab.

  • Periodic Labs

    AI- and robotics-driven self-driving lab startup founded by prominent AI researchers targeting accelerated materials discovery.

  • Atinary Technologies

    Software platform offering self-driving lab (SDLabs) tools for autonomous experimentation in chemistry and materials.

  • Citrine Informatics

    AI platform for materials and chemicals development used by chemicals and manufacturing companies to accelerate R&D.

  • Schrodinger

    Public physics-based and machine-learning computational platform for molecular discovery in pharma and materials science.

Kebotix Investment FAQ

Public status and buying access

No. Kebotix is a private company and does not have a public stock ticker or trade on a public stock exchange. Its shares are generally held by founders, employees, investors, and other private shareholders. Buyers and sellers may be able to transact in Kebotix shares through private secondary transactions, but any transaction depends on share availability, buyer and seller agreement, transfer restrictions, company approval rights, and any applicable right of first refusal. There is no guarantee that Kebotix will complete an IPO or other liquidity event.

Yes, it is sometimes possible to buy Kebotix shares pre-IPO through private secondary transactions. This depends on finding a willing seller, company approval, and satisfying any transfer restrictions or rights of first refusal.

Buyers interested in buying Kebotix shares on the secondary market typically do so through SetterVC and other secondary-market platforms, subject to eligibility requirements, share availability, transfer restrictions, and issuer approval. Buyers may need to satisfy sophistication, accreditation, institutional, platform, regulatory, or other eligibility requirements before participating. Once eligible, buyers may be able to view listings, make bids, and work with a licensed broker through the transaction process. Buyers should ensure they have appropriate legal and financial advisors guiding them before completing any transaction.

Valuation and funding

Kebotix's latest disclosed funding round was a Series B round in July 22, 2024. The round raised approximately Not disclosed. Primary funding rounds are different from secondary transactions: in a primary round, capital goes to the company, while in a secondary transaction, investors buy existing shares from current shareholders. Funding-round data reflects publicly reported or collected information and may be incomplete.

Kebotix has raised approximately $13.61M in disclosed funding across 4 rounds. These figures reflect primary capital raised by the company and do not include every possible secondary transaction, undisclosed round, debt facility, or private transfer. Reported funding totals can change as new rounds are announced or older round details are corrected. Eligible users can use SetterVC to track Kebotix's funding history alongside private-market activity where available.

Kebotix's disclosed investors include Novo Holdings. Investor lists are based on public reporting, company announcements, and collected funding-round data, and may be incomplete. Participation in a prior funding round does not mean those investors are currently buying or selling shares. On SetterVC, eligible users can review Kebotix's funding history, valuation history, and private-market activity alongside other venture-backed companies.

Market context

Kebotix's most-cited competitors include Lila Sciences, Radical AI, Periodic Labs, Atinary Technologies, Citrine Informatics and Schrodinger. Investors often compare these companies by sector, product focus, valuation, funding raised, growth signals, investor base, and private-market activity.

Secondary-market demand for Kebotix shares can be affected by company performance, revenue growth, profitability, funding history, valuation, investor interest, sector momentum, public-market conditions, expected timing of a liquidity event, and the availability of shares for sale. Demand can also be affected by transfer restrictions, company approval rights, right of first refusal processes, limited information, and the price expectations of buyers and sellers. Strong demand does not guarantee strong pricing, liquidity, or investment returns. Weak demand does not necessarily reflect the company's long-term prospects. Demand signals should not be treated as a recommendation or prediction of investment performance. Buyers and sellers should treat demand signals as informational and conduct their own diligence before transacting.

Selling and transaction mechanics

Sellers often rely on intermediaries and platforms, such as SetterVC and other secondary-market platforms, to identify potential buyers. The exact process varies by company and transaction, but sellers often begin by confirming their ownership, desired price, transferability, and any company approval or notice requirements. If the seller agrees with a buyer on acceptable price and terms, the company may need to be notified through a share transfer notice or similar process. If a right of first refusal, company approval right, or other transfer restriction applies, the seller may need to wait until that process is completed. The parties may then execute a purchase and sale agreement, complete required transfer documentation, and close if all required conditions are satisfied. Sellers should always seek proper legal and financial advice before completing the transaction.

Yes, current and former Kebotix employees, early investors, and other existing shareholders may be able to sell vested shares before an IPO through a private secondary sale. This is not automatic; it depends on whether the shareholder has transferable shares, whether there is buyer demand, and whether the company's governing documents permit the transfer. Many companies require prior notice, company approval, or a right of first refusal before shares can be sold. Sellers should also seek proper legal and financial advice before proceeding.

A Kebotix secondary transaction usually involves an existing shareholder selling shares to a buyer before a public listing. The buyer and seller typically agree on price, number of shares, share class, and closing conditions. The seller may then need to notify Kebotix through a share transfer notice or similar process. If Kebotix or existing investors have approval rights, transfer restrictions, or a right of first refusal, those steps may need to be completed before the transfer can close. The parties typically enter into a purchase and sale agreement, complete any required transfer documentation, and close only if the necessary conditions are satisfied. Timing and certainty can vary by company and transaction.

In most private secondary transactions, parties commonly use a purchase and sale agreement that outlines price, terms, and conditions. They may also use share transfer documentation, often a stock transfer notice, share transfer notice, transfer instruction, or similar document, along with any required company approval or right of first refusal materials. Proof of ownership, such as a cap table entry, share certificate, brokerage statement, issuer confirmation, or administrator confirmation, may also be important. Buyers often request recent company financials, but private companies may limit disclosure. Since every deal varies, buyers and sellers should consult legal and financial advisors to understand which documents are needed.

Risk, diligence, and investor caution

Buying Kebotix shares pre-IPO is risky. Shares are illiquid, no IPO or liquidity event is guaranteed, valuations can change, transfers may require company approval, and private companies may provide limited financial disclosure. Be prepared for total loss. SetterVC and Setter Capital do not provide due diligence, legal, tax, accounting, valuation, or investment advice. Buyers must conduct their own due diligence, verify information, and seek independent legal and investment advice before proceeding.

Private secondary shares are typically illiquid. Unlike public stocks, there is no active public market, so selling them can be difficult and time-consuming. Sales depend on finding a willing buyer and often require company approval. Investors should be prepared to hold the shares for an extended period, with no guarantee of a future sale. Always assess your need for liquidity before investing.

SetterVC and Setter Capital do not provide due diligence, legal, tax, accounting, valuation, or investment advice. Buyers must conduct their own due diligence, including verifying ownership, transferability, legal structure, company approval, and assessing the company's prospects. SetterVC and Setter Capital do not provide advice on whether an investment is good, what price to pay, or what the best bid or ask is. SetterVC and Setter Capital may share documents in some circumstances, but it does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. Due diligence is essential. Seek legal and investment advice as needed.

Before buying Kebotix shares, a buyer should try to review the share class, price per share, implied valuation, transfer restrictions, ROFR process, company approval rights, seller ownership evidence, recent financing or tender-offer information, available financial information, information rights, resale restrictions, tax considerations, and expected liquidity paths. Not all information may be available for a private company. Buyers should confirm available diligence, process details, and information needs with their own legal, tax, and investment advisers.

SPVs carry risks. Examples include the need to confirm the company allows SPV-based transfers, verify that the SPV truly owns the shares or interests it claims to own, and ensure it has not sold more interests than it holds. Due diligence is essential. Seek legal and investment advice as needed.

Forward contracts carry risks. Examples include the seller refusing to transfer the shares at the future date, even if the seller owns them, the seller going bankrupt with creditors claiming the shares, or the seller committing the same shares to multiple parties. Due diligence is essential. Seek legal and investment advice as needed.

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