Tainno Private Equity Fund
ABOUT US
Our focus is on collaborating with renowned scientists and successful alumni executives to identify exceptional projects with substantial investment potential.Adhering to the principles of early, small, and new investments, we commit an average of under 1.5 million per investment, achieving an impressive internal rate of return exceeding 31%.
This strategic approach ensures both strong financial performance and a valuable network for early project discovery and support.
PROTFOLIO

LIGHTELLIGENCE
The world's first and leading photonic computing chip company, driving Moore's Law into the 2.0 era. Its core technology was pioneered by a team of scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), focusing on a matrix processor based on silicon photonics technology, which handles large-scale matrix multiplication tasks in deep learning. Compared to traditional electronic chips, it achieves a 1000-fold increase in computational power while reducing energy consumption to one percent. The research findings were published in the photonics section of the journal Nature and featured on the homepage of the MIT official website for three consecutive days. It was hailed by the magazine Science as "illuminating the future of artificial intelligence." In May 2018, the company received a seed round investment of $300,000, with a post-investment valuation of $27 million. In early 2022, it completed a Series B financing round worth hundreds of millions of dollars at a valuation of $800 million, with Sequoia China leading the investment. Previous investors include Matrix Partners China, China Renaissance, CICC Capital, Tsingyuan Ventures, Tencent, Hillhouse Capital, Deep Ventures, Wuyuan Capital, and China Merchants Capital, among other top-tier institutions. The valuation increased by 29.6 times.

KULA BIO
biotechnology company dedicated to solving the challenges associated with the use of nitrogen fertilizers. Founded by top Harvard professor Daniel Nocera, the company applies microbial charging technology to agriculture. The biologically produced fertilizers theoretically offer lower costs and can completely replace synthetic nitrogen fertilizers, while achieving negative carbon emissions throughout the production and application process. Daniel is a member of both the National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Engineering, and is a prominent figure in the field of chemistry. He successfully created the first "artificial leaf" and established a liquid battery company, which was acquired by Lockheed Martin for hundreds of millions of dollars. He has published 278 highly cited articles in top journals such as Nature, Science, PNAS, and other leading publications in the field of chemistry, totaling over 450 publications. Named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in 2009, he has been featured on the cover of Time magazine twice. The company's Series A financing round valued it at $210 million, marking a twelvefold increase in valuation.

MOBIDROP
Based on cutting-edge third-generation microfluidic technology patents from the United States, Professor David Weitz of Harvard University, along with Dr. Pei Hao, Dr. Liu Han, and Dr. Zheng Wenshan, founded Mozhuo Biotech in 2019, which settled in Zhejiang in 2020. Weitz's lab has also spawned companies such as Capsum (acquired by Chanel), RainDance (acquired by Bio-Rad for $87 million), and GnuBio (acquired by Bio-Rad for $50 million). Mozhuo possesses a world-leading microfluidic technology platform and has rich technical accumulation in single-cell sequencing. It has become a leader in the field of in vitro diagnostics and scientific research platforms and solutions, driven by microfluidic technology, biochemical technology, hardware development technology, and bioinformatics technology, supported by digital PCR technology platforms and single-cell sequencing platforms, and advancing in liquid biopsy, companion diagnostics, and life science research in parallel. In September 2021, it completed a Series A financing round led by Huagai Capital, with participation from Source Code Capital and Bilin Star Ventures, raising 150 million yuan (approximately $23.4 million), with a post-investment valuation of $120 million, marking a 21.8-fold increase from the investment.

AVATARGET
The company won the championship in the national final of the Disruptive Innovation Competition, drafted China's first organ chip standard (skin) which passed the project approval announcement. Collaborating with a pharmaceutical factory, the company formally submitted Pre-IND using data from the Aiwei Organ Chip. The company's valuation increased from 300 million to 600 million RMB.

MICRO WONDERS
An outstanding enterprise in the field of rapid biological testing, it achieved the first prize in the Biomedicine category of the 2022 Shenzhen Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition

XCISION
a leading entity in breast cancer radiotherapy, positions itself as a comprehensive solution provider in the precision radiotherapy market. It has obtained certification from the U.S. FDA and European CE, with its products commencing overseas sales.

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The in vitro micro-physiological system/organ chip technology system and products establish an innovative model for life science research. The company received the Outstanding Award at the National Final of the China National Innovation Competition.

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Leading the way in non-invasive blood glucose detection, the company has obtained the national Class II medical device registration certificate in China.

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The innovative antenna technology for smart terminals, with major clients including Samsung, Hisense, and Nokia, generates an annual revenue of 50 million RMB.
OUR TEAM

HUAPING MU
FOUNDER
Ph.D. in Precision Instruments from Tsinghua University, a visiting scholar at Harvard, and a seasoned professional with over 20 years in economic and technological management. Notable contributions include drafting China's first innovation policy at the National Ministry of Science and Technology and leading key projects like the "Wireless Capsule Endoscope" and "Network Computing" under the national 863 Program. Held significant roles in Chongqing, overseeing the development of major initiatives, including the world's largest computer base and the "Chongqing-Xinjiang-Europe" China-Europe railway corridor.

LongWen Yu
CO-FOUNDER
Mr. Longwen Yu is the founder of Taiyou Fund and co-founder of Tsinghua Alumni Capital. Mr. Yu received his PhD from Tsinghua University and currently serves as the Deputy Secretary General of China Young Entrepreneurs Association. Mr. Yu has invested in over one hundred elite early-stage technology startups and bridged his portfolio companies with extensive resources in China.

Bingyan Yu
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Tsinghua University PBC School of Finance EMBA Co-founder and CEO of Taiyou Fund, Managing Partner of Shuimu Tsinghua Alumni Fund Formerly worked at Bank of China International Securities Limited, Hongyuan Securities Co., Ltd., and served as General Manager of the Investment Banking Department of Tianjin Branch of CITIC Bank. He has invested in nearly 300 high-tech innovative enterprises, including He Neng Renju, iVisionTech, Tianyi Research Institute, and Variantec, emerging as a group of high-growth enterprises.

Yang Zhang
Investment Director (Healthcare)
Holds a Master's in Public Health from Yale University, with extensive experience in strategic planning and operations. Previously employed by two Fortune Global 500 companies, Fosun and ORIX, overseeing healthcare strategic planning and investment management. Additionally, served as an advisor to the Blue Ivy Ventures, a venture fund for Yale alumni, and as a Risk Partner at Nodes Advisors, a European biotech investment bank. Possessing firsthand investment experience in the life and health industry, the individual's portfolio includes investments in companies such as Clarify Health, Mate Fertility, and Conseo Doctor Group.

Jinbao Liu
Risk Control Specialist
holds a Master's degree in Economic Law from Southwest University of Political Science and Law. Possesses a profound understanding and practical experience in identifying and mitigating common risks in investment and mergers and acquisitions. Successfully handled significant projects, including cross-border trade arbitration cases between ABRINA708(PTY) LTD and Chongqing Changan International Sales Service Co., Ltd., as well as the cross-border acquisition project of TCI (Singapore).
SCIENTISTS

Jinrong Liang
Member of the National Academy of Engineering in the United States, Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Columbia University, and Editor-in-Chief of the top international journal Biomaterials in the field of biomaterials. A world-renowned expert in the application of nanotechnology in immunotherapy and cell therapy, with over 50 patented inventions.

Gaojun Teng
Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chief Professor at Southeast University. Engaged in clinical work in medical imaging and interventional therapy for nearly 40 years, specializing in interventional treatment for liver cancer, peripheral vascular diseases, and spinal disorders. Inventor of multiple interventional new technologies/devices, awarded three Second Prizes for National Scientific and Technological Progress.

Kaiming Ye
Director and Professor of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the State University of New York, and Director of the Center for Biomedical Manufacturing and Regenerative Medicine. Primarily focused on stem cell engineering and regenerative medicine, the individual has developed a bio-printing platform with real-time fluorescence monitoring capabilities, applied in the research of organ-like tissue development.

Xinhua Lin
Dean of the School of Life Sciences at Fudan University, Director of the Institute of Genetics at Fudan University, Director of the State Key Laboratory of Genetic Engineering, and Executive Director of the Precision Medicine Research Institute (Guangzhou) in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Chief Scientist of the National Basic Research Program of China (973 Program), primarily engaged in research on developmental genetics and stem cell biology.

Zhongze Gu
Dean of the School of Biological Sciences and Medical Engineering at Southeast University, and Director of the Institute of Biomaterials and Medical Devices at Jiangsu Industrial Technology Research Institute. Designated as a "Changjiang Scholar" Distinguished Professor, serves as the President of the Organ-like Structure Branch of the Chinese Society of Biomedical Engineering. Also, the founder of Aiweide Biological, a company specializing in organ-like structures, with a previous valuation of 340 million RMB in the last round of financing.

Jianlong Zhao
Deputy Director of the Shanghai Institute of Microsystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, responsible for multiple important scientific and technological projects, including the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Commission, and the National 863 Program
We have successfully developed gene diagnostic chips and urine protein detection analyzers for a variety of important infectious diseases (hepatitis B, hepatitis C, etc.), and obtained one national first class new drug certificate and one medical device product registration certificate
We have successfully developed gene diagnostic chips and urine protein detection analyzers for a variety of important infectious diseases (hepatitis B, hepatitis C, etc.), and obtained one national first class new drug certificate and one medical device product registration certificate

Xinsheng Yu
Academician of the American Society of Medical Physicists, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Professor at the University of Maryland, Director of Radiotherapy Research Center, and Founding Member of the International Intensity modulated Radiotherapy Federation
Founder of Medical Science Xin Xsion, a leading global precision radiotherapy equipment and service provider (estimated at $150 million in the previous round of financing)
Founder of Medical Science Xin Xsion, a leading global precision radiotherapy equipment and service provider (estimated at $150 million in the previous round of financing)

Yubo Fan
Founding Dean, Professor, and Doctoral Supervisor of the School of Biomedical and Medical Engineering at Beihang University, Director of the Key Laboratory of Biomechanics and Force Biology of the Ministry of Education, and Distinguished Professor of "Changjiang Scholars"
Fellow of the International Academy of Medical and Bioengineering Sciences (IAMBE), Chairman of the Chinese Society of Biomedical Engineering
Fellow of the International Academy of Medical and Bioengineering Sciences (IAMBE), Chairman of the Chinese Society of Biomedical Engineering

Wei Sun
National Distinguished Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tsinghua University, Director of the Biomanufacturing Center, and Albert Soffa Chair Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics, Drexel U, USA
In 2014, led the Tsinghua team to construct an in vitro three-dimensional tumor model using 3D printing technology for the first time, and in 2016, led the team to 3D print embryonic stem cells
In 2014, led the Tsinghua team to construct an in vitro three-dimensional tumor model using 3D printing technology for the first time, and in 2016, led the team to 3D print embryonic stem cells

Weidong Wang
Adjunct professor of Peking University, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Member of the Expert Advisory Committee for the Development of National Strategic Emerging Industries and the Expert Committee of the China Biotechnology Development Center. Expert in project evaluation of the National Natural Science Foundation of China/National 863 Program
Member of the Expert Advisory Committee for the Development of National Strategic Emerging Industries and the Expert Committee of the China Biotechnology Development Center. Expert in project evaluation of the National Natural Science Foundation of China/National 863 Program

Pu Chen
Director and Professor of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Wuhan University
Using human derived multifunctional stem cells to induce differentiation of seed cells, constructing microscale simulations of human tissues and organs in vitro, and constructing macroscopic substitutes for human tissues and organs in vitro; Provide alternative solutions to the shortage of organ transplant donors
Using human derived multifunctional stem cells to induce differentiation of seed cells, constructing microscale simulations of human tissues and organs in vitro, and constructing macroscopic substitutes for human tissues and organs in vitro; Provide alternative solutions to the shortage of organ transplant donors

Tao Xu
Professor and doctoral supervisor at the Biomanufacturing Center of Tsinghua University, consulting expert for the National Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) Industry Promotion Plan of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
He is one of the earliest researchers internationally to develop cell and organ printing technology. Owning the world's first cell printing patent and publishing the first cell inkjet printing paper as the first author
He is one of the earliest researchers internationally to develop cell and organ printing technology. Owning the world's first cell printing patent and publishing the first cell inkjet printing paper as the first author
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