Anand Anandkumar, Founder of BUGWORKS Research

About Anand Anandkumar

Dr. Anand Anandkumar is the Co-founder, CEO, and Managing Director of BUGWORKS Research, a drug discovery company focused on developing novel treatments for resistant bacterial infections. He leads the company's efforts to create a new class of antibiotics and cancer drugs through deep science innovation. Anandkumar has been instrumental in securing over $35 million in venture capital funding for BUGWORKS through multiple rounds including Series A and Series B.

Anand Anandkumar at a glance

• Company: BUGWORKS Research
• Total raised: $35M
• Latest round: Series A
• Investors: UTEC, 3One4 Capital, Lightrock India, Global Brain, Acquipharma Holdings, Blume Ventures
• Location: Bangalore, India

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