Accel, Prosus invest in 6 startups through Atoms X initiative

Venture capital firms Accel and Prosus have announced investments in 6 Indian startups under their Atoms X programme.

The selected ventures are building across frontier sectors including clean air systems, space technology, cancer detection, senior fitness, and brain-computer interfaces.

As part of the partnership, Prosus is co-investing alongside Accel in each company, with funding commitments ranging from $200,000 to $1 million per investor, allowing startups to raise up to $2 million each.

The cohort was chosen from a large applicant pool of more than 2,000 startups. Among those selected are Praan, which focuses on air infrastructure solutions; QOSMIC, working on satellite communication; Dognosis, developing alternative cancer diagnostics; and Ethereal Exploration Guild, which is building reusable space launch systems.

Launched in 2025, Atoms X is a specialised programme aimed at supporting early-stage startups working on deep-tech innovations across areas like advanced manufacturing, AI, and energy.

Beyond capital infusion, the initiative also offers founders access to mentorship, industry expertise, and global networks to support long-term growth.