Key Takeaways
- HypeSound secures €1.2 million in pre-seed funding to accelerate its sound-driven biotechnology platform.
- The company uses low-frequency acoustic waves to enhance microbial productivity and quality.
- Funding will support team expansion, a new research facility in Perugia, and further development of So’Sweep technology.
- Investors include Eatable Adventures, Ulixes Capital Partners, CDP Venture Capital SGR, Vento, Athena FH, and NextUp.
- HypeSound positions sound-based microbial stimulation as a new frontier in sustainable bioproduction.
Harnessing Sonic Technology for Sustainable Biotech
HypeSound, a startup pioneering the use of low-frequency sound waves to optimize microbial performance, has announced the successful close of its €1.2 million pre-seed funding round. The capital will be used to scale its So’Sweep™ technology, expand its team, and open a research laboratory in Perugia, Italy.
The round was backed by Eatable Adventures, Ulixes Capital Partners, CDP Venture Capital SGR, Vento, Athena FH, and NextUp. The company also extended thanks to Alberto Barbari and the FoodSeed team for their early support.
What HypeSound Does
In a world increasingly focused on efficiency and sustainability, HypeSound’s So’Sweep™ technology introduces a novel approach to bioproduction. By applying low-frequency acoustic stimulation, the platform aims to boost the productivity and performance of microbes such as algae, yeast, and bacteria—without relying on chemical inputs or genetic modification.
The method is designed to enhance bioproduction processes in industries ranging from food and agriculture to health and materials science.
“In a world driven by efficiency and sustainability, So’Sweep’s breakthrough in fermentation is a game-changer,” the company noted. “Using sonic technology to enhance the productivity of algae, yeast, and bacteria is not just innovative; it’s the future of sustainable bioproduction. It’s about harnessing the hidden powers of nature to drive our next industrial revolution.”
Strategic Goals for 2025
With this new round of funding, HypeSound plans to:
- Expand its team to support scaling and commercialization efforts.
- Establish a dedicated research laboratory in Perugia to advance scientific validation and application development.
- Further develop its So’Sweep™ platform to integrate into existing microbial production systems.
- Explore broader applications in yeast and bacterial bioproduction, with a focus on industrial and food-tech use cases.
HypeSound’s Investor Confidence in a New Biotech Frontier
“At NevaTeam Partners, we invest in visionary companies that redefine industries, and HypeSound is a perfect example of bold innovation,” said Shai Levy, Partner at NevaTeam Partners. “The decision to support this round reflects strong confidence in HypeSound’s mission and technology.”
