Start Codon
Start Codon is an incubator based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, focused on Pre-Seed to Series A startups in Healthcare & Biotech, Biotech & Pharma, and MedTech & Medical Devices. This profile covers its focus and how founders can get in front of it in 2026.
Translating disruptive research into successful start-ups, the Cambridge way
- Investment focus
- Healthcare & BiotechBiotech & PharmaMedTech & Medical DevicesDigital Health & HealthTech
- Investment stages
- Pre-SeedSeedSeries A
- Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Team size
- 1-10
- Portfolio companies
- 28+
- Latest deal on record
- March 2026
About Start Codon
Start Codon identifies the most disruptive and innovative life science start-ups worldwide, seed-funds them and leverages the exceptional resources of the Cambridge Cluster to de-risk and drive their success
Source: the organization's public company profile.
How to pitch Start Codon
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Round Funded. "Start Codon." Round Funded investor database, updated October 19, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Start Codon invest in?
Start Codon focuses on Healthcare & Biotech, Biotech & Pharma, MedTech & Medical Devices, and Digital Health & HealthTech. Match your sector and stage before reaching out, then find similar active investors on Round Funded.
What stage does Start Codon invest at?
Start Codon focuses on Pre-Seed to Series A rounds. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
Is Start Codon still active?
Yes. Round Funded's research found that Start Codon has made a new investment or run a new cohort since 2024, and its latest deal on record is from March 2026. Reach out with a personalized pitch that fits its stage and focus, then track who opens it.
Where is Start Codon based?
Start Codon is based in Cambridge, United Kingdom. You can reach out from anywhere with a pitch that matches its focus.
How do I contact Start Codon?
Unlock a verified email for Start Codon and reach out with a personalized pitch on Round Funded. We show only deliverable contacts, so your outreach does not bounce.
What is Round Funded?
Round Funded is an investor database and outreach platform for startup founders. It lists 60,000+ active investors with verified contacts, filtered to recent investment activity, and lets founders send personalized pitches from their own Gmail, track replies, and share a free Data Room. Round+ starts at $99 per month with a 3-day trial.