There’s an ongoing $200 million Seed funding round for Lila Sciences, a U.S.-based company focused on developing AI-powered platforms for scientific research in life sciences, chemistry, and material sciences.
The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) has announced its participation in the round as part of the institution’s long-term strategy of focusing on cutting-edge technologies, particularly artificial intelligence.
Founded in 2023, Lila Sciences is at the forefront of developing AI-driven research platforms and autonomous laboratories. The company leverages robotics and automation to streamline experiment design and hypothesis testing, accelerating breakthroughs in scientific research.
Alongside ADIA, the funding round attracted leading investment firms, including Blue Horizon Advisors, Modi Ventures, March Capital, ARK Venture Fund, and General Catalyst.
This investment in Lila Sciences further reflects ADIA’s growing focus on AI technologies. The sovereign wealth fund recently invested $1 billion in Qlik, a U.S.-based data analytics firm, and $500 million in AlphaGen, a company specializing in energy sector AI solutions.
Established in 1976, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority is one of the largest sovereign wealth funds globally, managing approximately $1.1 trillion in assets. The fund focuses on long-term investments that deliver sustainable value and technological innovation across diverse sectors.
