Vella Bioscience, Inc. is a United States-based company specializing in women's intimate care, arousal, and wellness products. Its offerings are designed to enhance arousal, comfort, and hormonal balance.
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Vella Bioscience, Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in United States. Its most recent funding round, Seed II, raised $4M in July 2026. Xcout tracks 1 named person at Vella Bioscience, Inc., including Harin Padma-Nathan (Chief Medical Officer).
Every round on record:
| Date | Round | Amount | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seed II | $4M | 1 named | |
| Seed | $7M | 2 named | |
| SEC Form D filing | $1.6M | — |
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