Sorex Sensors raises £900k in a seed follow-on round led by Cambridge Enterprise to develop its sensor technology.
The funding round was led by Cambridge Enterprise with backing from Cambridge Angels, SyndicateRoom and Camvision.
Sorex Sensors manufactures high-sensitivity mass sensors designed for applications including indoor air quality monitoring. The University of Cambridge spin-out operates from the Maxwell Centre.
University of Cambridge spin-out Sorex Sensors has secured £900k in a seed follow-on funding round led by Cambridge Enterprise. The company raised the capital alongside contributions from Cambridge and London-based backers, including Cambridge Angels, SyndicateRoom and Camvision.
The fresh capital will support the ongoing development of the firm's novel sensor technology. Alongside the funding announcement, Sorex Sensors has restructured its executive leadership team, appointing co-founder Mario de Miguel Ramos as chief executive officer.
From the founder
"The team has done a fantastic job so far and Mario will continue to work closely with Michael as we ramp up production and bring new products to market,"
Andrew Flewitt
Chief Scientific Officer at Sorex Sensors
Investor perspective
"I’m delighted at the progress the team has made over the past two years. Improving indoor air quality is recognised as a matter of urgent importance and I believe the Sorex technology will offer a step change in the ability to detect and measure harmful compounds, leading to healthier environments at home and in the workplace."
Elaine Loukes
Investment Director, Cambridge Enterprise
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Sorex Sensors
Sorex Sensors develops high-sensitivity MEMS mass sensors for industrial and consumer applications.