Automata builds LINQ, a software-defined lab automation platform that lets scientists design and run complex multi-step experiments on modular robotic benches without manual programming. Its no-code Canvas designer and Python SDK connect instruments, manage scheduling, and feed structured data into AI-directed drug discovery and genomics pipelines. In February 2026 the company raised a $45M Series C led by Dimension with Danaher Ventures participating. Customers include The Francis Crick Institute, Bit.bio, and Lonza. Key features: - LINQ Canvas no-code node-based workflow designer for experiment automation - Modular LINQ Bench supporting 800,000+ instrument configurations - MCP-enabled AI integration for autonomous closed-loop experimentation - Python SDK and REST API for custom code integration - Real-time remote monitoring, error handling, and version control with GitHub sync - Parallel workflow execution with hybrid static/dynamic scheduling
Not public (enterprise contracts; $45M Series C raised Feb 2026)