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One Codex

Summer 2014 · Acquired

Data platform for metagenomics and the microbiome.

Location: San Francisco, US

Founded: 2014

Team size: 16

About

One Codex is a data platform for applied microbial genomics, enabling new and valuable applications in clinical diagnostics, food safety, and biosecurity. Acquired by Invitae (NVTA) in February 2021. Spun out as an independent company in September 2022.

Founders

  • Nick GreenfieldFounder

    Founded One Codex (YC S14), the leading microbial genomics data platform, acquired by Invitae (NVTA) in February 2021 and spun out via an employee buyout in late 2022. VP of Product & Tech (Biosecurity) at Ginkgo Bioworks 2022-2023 (DNA, also YC S14). Reformed management consultant turned software, data, and bio nerd. Skier, cheese-lover, Vermonter, based in VT and Cambridge MA.