Chalmers University of Technology spin-off LayerLogic raises €470K to scale graphene-based food safety sensor
LayerLogic, a Swedish deeptech startup spun out of Chalmers University of Technology, has secured €470,000 in pre-seed funding to accelerate development of its real-time food contamination detection platform. The round was led by Scientifica Venture Capital and follows LayerLogic’s selection in the Super Sapiens Europe initiative.
Founded in 2024, LayerLogic originated within Chalmers’ Department of Quantum Device Physics, Microtechnology, and Nanoscience. The team combines engineering and academic expertise in graphene-based technologies, including co-founders André Persson (CEO), Ebba Sandbecker (CCO), and Sebastian Samuelsson (CFO), alongside researchers Munis Khan, Avgust Yurgens, and Santosh Pandit.
Graphene biosensor delivers real-time contamination results
At the core of the company’s innovation is a portable biosensor that uses graphene field-effect transistors (gFETs) to detect foodborne pathogens. The surface of the sensor is functionalized with selective receptor molecules, enabling rapid identification of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and contaminant compounds.
The system provides results digitally in under 15 minutes, compared to the two to four days typically required by conventional lab testing. Designed for direct use on production lines, the compact device aims to help food manufacturers detect contamination early and reduce downtime, waste, and financial loss.
“We want to put the power of science directly into the hands of those who produce and monitor the food we eat every day. We believe in a future where food quality and safety can be guaranteed in real time,” says André Persson, CEO of LayerLogic.
Funding to support market deployment
The investment will support the final stages of product development and enable early deployment in operational food production environments. Scientifica Venture Capital, which combines capital with infrastructure and operational support, is backing the company as part of its broader investment in scalable science-driven innovation.
“We chose to invest in LayerLogic because it represents a virtuous example of how materials science can translate into scalable innovation with high industrial and social impact. The combination of proprietary technology, a multidisciplinary team and a clear market positioning aligns perfectly with our investment strategy,” says Riccardo D’Alessandri, managing partner at Scientifica Venture Capital.
