NanoStruct
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About
NanoStruct is a Würzburg, Germany-based deep tech startup founded in 2021 that develops nanostructured sensor chips for the rapid identification of dangerous pathogens in food 12. The platform combines optical measurement technology, nanotechnology, biotechnology, and machine learning to reduce detection time for pathogens such as Listeria and Salmonella from 2–3 days to just a few hours 12. The €2.6M Seed round announced May 11, 2026 was led by High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) with participation from Bayern Kapital and AUXXO Female Catalyst Fund; proceeds will validate the system through pilot projects in the food analysis market and build a structured sales organization 12.
Funding History
| Date | Round | Amount | Lead | Co-investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | Seed | €2.6M | High-Tech Gründerfonds | Bayern Kapital, AUXXO Female Catalyst Fund 12 |
What Investors Say
Dr. Stephan Ruck, Investment Analyst at HTGF, stated: “The technological breakthrough NanoStruct has achieved in sensor development is remarkable…I very much look forward to working with Henriette and the entire founding team.” 1
What Founders Say
Dr. Henriette Maaß, CEO, said: “With HTGF, Bayern Kapital, and AUXXO, we have found exactly the partners we need for this next step: experienced, well-networked, and convinced of our vision.” 1
Sources
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High-Tech Gründerfonds, “NanoStruct Secures €2.6M Seed Funding,” May 11, 2026. Accessed May 2026. https://www.htgf.de/en/nanostruct-secures-e2-6m-seed-funding/↩↩↩↩↩↩
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EU-Startups, “Würzburg-based NanoStruct raises €2.6 million to detect harmful bacteria in food within hours,” May 11, 2026. Accessed May 2026. https://www.eu-startups.com/2026/05/wurzburg-based-nanostruct-raises-e2-6-million-to-detect-harmful-bacteria-in-food-within-hours/↩↩↩↩