Checkerspot

Biotechnology company designs specialized fats and oils through precision fermentation using optimized microalgae

placeAlameda, California, United States calendar_todayFounded 2016 groups104 employees language checkerspot.com

Innovation

13 patent families (6 granted) — focus: Chemistry & metallurgy, Operations & transport, Human necessities; filing pace steady. Cited 1,428 times.

YearFilings
20202
20215
20225
202310
20249
20257
20261

Social engagement

Social engagement: 8.1K social following, 10 posts in the last 12 months — below the industry typical range.

Investor mix

17 investors on record; lead investors include Viking Global Investors, Builders VC, KdT Ventures, ArrowMark Partners.

Investor typeCountShare
Venture capital1059%
Private equity16%
Other / undisclosed635%

Recent activity

29 Jun 2026
Partnership
BioMADE
18 Jun 2026
Event
Hanson Wade 2026 Novel Ingredients for Infant Formula Summit
16 Jun 2026
Recognition
Coming soon