ReactWise
ReactWise is a technology company that provides an AI-driven platform to accelerate chemical process development by up to 30 times. Their software enables rapid development of predictive models for chemical reactions and process conditions, seamless integration with automated laboratory equipment, and in-depth insights into chemical processes. The platform supports collaboration across teams and external partners with shared dashboards and real-time data access. ReactWise's business model is SaaS-based, targeting pharmaceutical and chemical companies to optimize reaction yields, selectivities, and process scalability without requiring coding expertise. The company is positioned as a leader in AI-powered chemical engineering optimization, with traction from clients like OnDemand Pharmaceuticals and Pharmaron, and has received recognition including Innovate UK grants and backing from Y Combinator.
ReactWise
ReactWise is a technology company that provides an AI-driven platform to accelerate chemical process development by up to 30 times. Their software enables rapid development of predictive models for chemical reactions and process conditions, seamless integration with automated laboratory equipment, and in-depth insights into chemical processes. The platform supports collaboration across teams and external partners with shared dashboards and real-time data access. ReactWise's business model is SaaS-based, targeting pharmaceutical and chemical companies to optimize reaction yields, selectivities, and process scalability without requiring coding expertise. The company is positioned as a leader in AI-powered chemical engineering optimization, with traction from clients like OnDemand Pharmaceuticals and Pharmaron, and has received recognition including Innovate UK grants and backing from Y Combinator.
TL;DR
What they do: No-code, AI-driven platform to accelerate chemical reaction and process development with hardware integration for self-driving labs
Founded: 2024
Founders: Alexander Pomberger (CEO), Daniel Wigh (CTO)
Funding: $3.4M pre-seed (announced March 17, 2025); Innovate UK grant
HQ / Offices: London / Cambridge, U.K. and San Francisco
Company Overview
Problem Domain
Chemical reaction and process optimization for pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing R&D.
Founded
2024
Industry
Data and Analytics
Tech Stack
Funding Track Record
$3.4M
Round includes Y Combinator backing and a competitive Innovate UK grant
Investor Signal
“Backed by Y Combinator and awarded an Innovate UK grant”