# Astromech raises $20M to build a biological operating system that can forecast evolutionary change > Source: > Published: 2026-08-21 01:37:24+00:00 # Astromech raises $20M to build a biological operating system that can forecast evolutionary change By Mike WheatleySource: [SiliconANGLE](https://siliconangle.com)An [artificial intelligence](/glossary/artificial-intelligence) startup called Astromech that’s developing models that can predict biological change has raised $20 million in funding, lifting its valuation to $3.8 billion. The round was led by biotechnology investor Bob Nelsen and saw the participation of Peak 6, NeoGenesis Capital, Builders VC and CAZ Investments, bringing the company’s total amount raised […] The post [Astromech raises $20M to build a biological operating system that can forecast evolutionary change](https://siliconangle.com/2026/08/20/astromech-raises-20m-to-build-a-biological-operating-system-that-can-forecast-evolutionary-change/) appeared first on [SiliconANGLE](https://siliconangle.com). Get AI news in your inbox Daily digest of what matters in AI.