Foldscope Instruments, Inc.

Education · Biotechnology

Overview

Foldscope makes science more accessible. Our foldable paper microscopes are low-cost devices that bring the wonders of the microscopic world to all. Magnifying Curiosity for more than 10 years!

Funding and backers

Team
11-50
employees, estimated range
Backers
1
StartX
Momentum
0/100
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Sep 16, 2022 On the Hacker News front page Foldscope: The Paper Microscope · 169 points
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Offices

Where the company hires and what each office is for
Cities
1
Hiring now
0
Countries
1
Palo Alto United States
HQ
Foldscope Instruments, Inc.
10-50 est. staff
2625 Middlefield Road, #938,, Palo Alto, CA, 94306 United States
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