The European Innovation Council (EIC), established in 2020 and headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, is dedicated to supporting high-potential innovators, entrepreneurs, small enterprises, and researchers. Its primary focus is on fostering early-stage startups that demonstrate significant environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts. The EIC collaborates with private investors to co-invest in ventures, particularly within the deep technology sector, aiming to drive innovation and sustainable development across Europe. By providing financial backing and resources, the EIC seeks to enhance the growth potential of promising startups and contribute to a more innovative and competitive European economy.
Leveraging cutting-edge quantum detectors, we design light, portable, and performing MRI machines working at ultra-low magnetic fields for a tenth of current prices.
AMT Medical
Series B in 2025
AMT Medical B.V., founded in 2015 and based in Ede, the Netherlands, specializes in developing innovative devices for heart bypass surgery. The company has created the AMT Heart Bypass System, which utilizes the ELANA bypass technique, originally developed by neurosurgeon Prof. Dr. C.A.F. Tulleken and his team. This minimal invasive approach aims to enhance traditional heart bypass procedures by making them faster, safer, and less invasive, ultimately improving patient outcomes and recovery times. The AMT Heart Bypass System has completed its development and production processes, as well as all pre-clinical trials. A clinical multi-center trial is set to begin in late 2019 or early 2020, marking a significant step in bringing this advanced technology to the medical community.
PrecisionLife
Grant in 2025
PrecisionLife is a company focused on advancing precision medicine by leveraging its proprietary artificial intelligence platform to enhance the understanding of chronic diseases. It specializes in patient stratification, which allows for the identification of novel subgroups within patient populations, thereby generating insights that inform the discovery of new drug targets and drug repositioning candidates. By utilizing unique and patentable biomarkers, PrecisionLife connects patients with specific disease sub-groups and potential therapies, ultimately aiming to create personalized treatment alternatives. The company’s innovative approach not only drives advancements in biopharmaceuticals but also seeks to improve patient outcomes, enabling individuals to lead longer and healthier lives.
AlzeCure Pharma
Grant in 2025
AlzeCure Pharma AB is a Swedish pharmaceutical company dedicated to the research and development of innovative diagnostics and therapeutics for neurodegenerative disorders, particularly Alzheimer's disease. The company operates through three main research platforms: NeuroRestore, Alzstatin, and Painless. Its portfolio includes several drug candidates currently in various stages of clinical development, such as ACD440 for neuropathic pain, and ACD856, ACD857, ACD679, and ACD680, which target Alzheimer's disease. Additionally, AlzeCure is developing ACD137 for the treatment of severe pain associated with conditions like osteoarthritis. With a focus on advancing novel projects, AlzeCure brings together professionals with diverse expertise to enhance the understanding and treatment of these complex diseases.
QDI systems
Venture Round in 2025
QDI Systems B.V. is a startup based in Groningen, the Netherlands, specializing in the development of advanced imaging devices for medical applications using quantum dot technology. The company focuses on creating X-ray sensors that deliver high-contrast and high-resolution mammograms, allowing for improved diagnostic capabilities while minimizing radiation exposure for patients. QDI Systems emphasizes user-friendliness by providing accessible quantum dot materials along with comprehensive instructions for constructing high-performance imaging devices. This approach enables healthcare professionals to obtain precise medical images, enhancing the overall efficacy of diagnostic procedures.
QDI systems
Grant in 2025
QDI Systems B.V. is a startup based in Groningen, the Netherlands, specializing in the development of advanced imaging devices for medical applications using quantum dot technology. The company focuses on creating X-ray sensors that deliver high-contrast and high-resolution mammograms, allowing for improved diagnostic capabilities while minimizing radiation exposure for patients. QDI Systems emphasizes user-friendliness by providing accessible quantum dot materials along with comprehensive instructions for constructing high-performance imaging devices. This approach enables healthcare professionals to obtain precise medical images, enhancing the overall efficacy of diagnostic procedures.
TENSIVE
Series A in 2025
TENSIVE s.r.l. is a biomedical company based in Milan, Italy, founded in 2012. It specializes in the development of innovative prostheses for natural breast reconstruction and augmentation. The company's products utilize biodegradable synthetic biomaterials and feature an internal micro-architecture that mimics blood vessel structures. These vascularized prostheses aim to enhance the quality of life for patients undergoing treatment for breast cancer, offering a solution that reduces the need for recurrent and costly surgical interventions. Through its focus on advanced biomaterials and design, TENSIVE seeks to provide effective and sustainable options for breast reconstruction.
Right HeartWise
Pre Seed Round in 2025
Patient-specific right heart pumps that free patients from heavy battery packages and increase patient's quality of life.
Hideez
Grant in 2024
Hideez is a cybersecurity startup that specializes in providing solutions for both physical and logical access. With offices in the USA and Ukraine, the company has developed the Hideez Key, a hybrid device designed for wireless authentication and password management. This innovative solution integrates RFID door credentials and digital signatures, utilizing encrypted Bluetooth, RFID, and NFC technologies. Hideez Key offers a versatile approach to authentication, enabling users to manage and replace credentials remotely. Its proprietary encryption protocols are platform agnostic and are designed to enhance existing solutions in the market. Overall, Hideez aims to simplify identity and access management while ensuring the security of digital assets.
MediWound
Post in 2024
MediWound Ltd. is a biopharmaceutical company that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of innovative therapeutic products aimed at addressing unmet medical needs, particularly in the areas of severe burns and chronic wounds. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Yavne, Israel, it markets NexoBrid, a biopharmaceutical agent designed for the removal of eschar, or dead tissue, in patients with severe burns. NexoBrid has completed clinical development and is approved for use in Europe. The company is also advancing other products in its pipeline, including EscharEx, which has completed Phase II clinical trials for the debridement of chronic wounds, and MWPC003 for connective tissue disorders. MediWound aims to improve patient outcomes and reduce the complications associated with traditional surgical interventions in wound management.
MediWound
Grant in 2024
MediWound Ltd. is a biopharmaceutical company that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of innovative therapeutic products aimed at addressing unmet medical needs, particularly in the areas of severe burns and chronic wounds. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Yavne, Israel, it markets NexoBrid, a biopharmaceutical agent designed for the removal of eschar, or dead tissue, in patients with severe burns. NexoBrid has completed clinical development and is approved for use in Europe. The company is also advancing other products in its pipeline, including EscharEx, which has completed Phase II clinical trials for the debridement of chronic wounds, and MWPC003 for connective tissue disorders. MediWound aims to improve patient outcomes and reduce the complications associated with traditional surgical interventions in wound management.
Endoron Medical
Series A in 2024
Endoron Medical specializes in the development of medical devices aimed at improving the treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms. The company focuses on creating an endovascular suture device that enhances the effectiveness of endovascular aneurysm repair procedures. By designing long-lasting sealing equipment for endografts, Endoron Medical provides healthcare professionals with advanced technology to treat patients more effectively. This innovation is intended to improve patient outcomes and streamline surgical processes in the management of abdominal aortic aneurysms.
UroMems
Series C in 2024
UroMems is a company dedicated to addressing specific clinical needs related to patient care, particularly in the area of urology. It develops implantable medical devices aimed at enhancing existing surgical treatments, thereby improving patient outcomes and reducing side effects. By focusing on innovative solutions, UroMems seeks to ensure that more patients can access effective treatments quickly, ultimately aiming to enhance their quality of life. The company is committed to the design, development, and commercialization of these active implantable devices, which reflect a deep understanding of the challenges faced by patients.
iOnctura
Series B in 2024
iOnctura is a biopharmaceutical company that develops novel therapeutics aimed at addressing immunosuppression within the tumor microenvironment, which can hinder effective cancer treatment. The company focuses on creating next-generation biomolecules to enhance existing immune checkpoint therapies, ultimately aiming to improve patient outcomes in cancer treatment. Through collaborations with Merck and Cancer Research Technology, iOnctura is advancing a pipeline of preclinical molecules designed to be used in combination with immuno-oncology therapies. With access to state-of-the-art drug discovery laboratories and a network of academic partners, iOnctura is strategically positioned to develop innovative combination therapies in cancer immunology, ensuring a focused approach to tackling the complexities of cancer and fibrosis.
Vitestro
Grant in 2024
Vitestro is a company focused on enhancing patient care through innovative autonomous blood drawing technology. It develops medical robotic devices tailored for use in hospitals and clinical laboratories. The company’s key product utilizes multi-dimensional ultrasound to detect nerves and arteries, leveraging deep learning to minimize the risk of arterial complications during blood draws. This advanced technology not only aids healthcare professionals in performing procedures with greater precision but also aims to improve overall patient health outcomes by reducing complications associated with traditional blood collection methods.
Vitestro
Series A in 2024
Vitestro is a company focused on enhancing patient care through innovative autonomous blood drawing technology. It develops medical robotic devices tailored for use in hospitals and clinical laboratories. The company’s key product utilizes multi-dimensional ultrasound to detect nerves and arteries, leveraging deep learning to minimize the risk of arterial complications during blood draws. This advanced technology not only aids healthcare professionals in performing procedures with greater precision but also aims to improve overall patient health outcomes by reducing complications associated with traditional blood collection methods.
Methinks
Convertible Note in 2023
Methinks is a developer of a medical imaging platform that leverages advanced artificial intelligence techniques, including Google's TensorFlow, to enhance the diagnosis of brain-related diseases, particularly acute stroke. The platform facilitates timely and universal diagnosis by using non-contrast CT imaging, which eliminates the need for contrast CT scans and significantly reduces time-to-treatment. This capability enables radiologists to effectively communicate with hospitals, stroke units, and other healthcare professionals, thereby improving the overall clinical response to stroke cases. By focusing on specific pathologies, Methinks aims to achieve clinical excellence in the diagnosis and management of neurological conditions.
NEOGAP Therapeutics
Grant in 2023
NEOGAP Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical startup focused on immuno oncology. Their pharmaceutical product, personalized tumor trained lymphocytes, offers even one customized cell treatment that is meant to precisely target and destroy cancer in a tailored environment, with very minor side effects.
ResoTher Pharma
Grant in 2023
ResoTher Pharma is a Copenhagen-based biotechnology company specializing in the development of peptide-based drugs aimed at treating cardiovascular and inflammatory disorders characterized by neutrophil-driven inflammation. The company focuses on leveraging the endogenous immunomodulator Annexin A1 to create therapeutic solutions that act as resolution therapy for diseases associated with innate immune activation. By targeting a specific G-protein coupled receptor on leukocytes, ResoTher Pharma's patented peptide drugs aim to mimic the body's natural mechanisms for resolving inflammation and promoting tissue healing, addressing significant unmet medical needs in the treatment of these conditions.
SolasCure
Grant in 2023
SolasCure Limited is a biotechnology company based in Wales, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative solutions for patients with chronic wounds. Founded in 2017, the company is advancing its product Aurase, a hydrogel designed to facilitate wound debridement by removing dead, damaged, or infected tissue to enhance healing. Aurase incorporates a recombinant enzyme derived from maggots, leveraging biomimicry and evidence-based medicine to improve wound care outcomes. SolasCure aims to provide effective wound bed preparation across various healthcare settings, ultimately accelerating the healing process for individuals suffering from chronic wounds.
Epigene Labs
Convertible Note in 2023
Over the past couple of decades, the exponential progress of sequencing technologies has allowed an increasing number of cancer patients to benefit from precision oncology. However, the aggregation, analysis, and visualization of the massive amounts of genomic data remain a major challenge for precision oncology expansion. The Epigene Labs technology platform enables cancer drug hunters to seamlessly leverage advanced artificial intelligence in transforming genomic data into actionable insights for designing precision oncology approaches. With R&D in Paris and business development in Boston, Epigene Labs operates in the setting of value-based partnerships with world leading cancer centers and high-profile biotechs.
Ruby Nanomed
Seed Round in 2023
RUBYnanomed provides non-invasive monitoring of cancer progression. They enable the analysis of their phenotypic, genetic, and functional characteristics, facilitating unprecedentedly frequent monitoring of cancer progression in a minimally invasive, cost-efficient way. They enable oncologists to detect and analyze the evolution of cancer subtypes and therapeutic resistance mechanisms in each patient, providing personalized therapy insights to treat their patients.
Xeltis
Series D in 2023
Xeltis is a clinical-stage medical device company focused on transforming cardiovascular treatment through innovative restorative technologies. The company has developed advanced polymer-based devices, including bioabsorbable heart valves and implantable small diameter blood vessels, intended for hemodialysis vascular access and coronary artery bypass graft surgery. These devices leverage proprietary technology to facilitate endogenous tissue restoration, allowing the body to naturally regenerate the complex structures being replaced. Xeltis emerged from the merger of two university spin-offs from the Netherlands and Switzerland and operates in both the Netherlands and the USA. The company is backed by several venture capital firms and has secured significant funding from the European Investment Bank and the European Innovation Council Accelerator. Currently, Xeltis is conducting ongoing clinical trials to advance its restorative cardiovascular solutions.
Rockfield Medical Devices
Venture Round in 2023
Rockfield Medical Devices is a small to medium-sized enterprise focused on transforming the enteral feeding market through innovative design and user-centered solutions. Founded by a team of experts in the medical device industry and research, the company aims to enhance the mobility and quality of life for individuals relying on tube feeding. Rockfield's platform introduces a lightweight and discreet mobile feeding system that significantly improves user experience while reducing technical support and maintenance costs for sales partners. Through its commitment to innovation and usability, Rockfield strives to deliver exemplary satisfaction to end users in the enteral feeding community.
Pulse
Grant in 2023
Pulse is a platform for furthering our understanding of bioprinting and its applications in space exploration and medicine.
Scipio Bioscience
Convertible Note in 2023
Scipio Bioscience is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, founded in 2017. The company specializes in manufacturing benchtop kits that provide a sample preparation solution for single-cell studies. These kits are designed for use in sequencing applications within both clinical and basic research, particularly in the field of transcriptomics. Scipio Bioscience's innovative products enable research laboratories to perform single-cell barcoding in a test tube format, facilitating advanced analysis and research in the life sciences.
Handiscover
Seed Round in 2023
Handiscover Sweden AB, founded in 2014 and based in Malmö, Sweden, operates an online booking platform focused on holiday accommodations for individuals with physical disabilities. This pioneering service features a unique classification system that allows users to filter options based on their specific mobility needs. Handiscover aims to simplify the process of finding accessible vacation rentals, catering to the diverse requirements of its users. Additionally, the platform assists companies and municipalities in gathering and presenting specialized accessibility data, ensuring that individuals with disabilities can easily discover and book suitable accommodations for their travels.
ELGAN Pharma
Grant in 2023
Elgan Pharma is a biotechnology company specializing in neonatology, dedicated to addressing medical challenges and developmental issues faced by premature infants. The company is focused on developing innovative therapies utilizing nanotechnology to prevent visual impairment, a common and multifactorial problem in preterm babies. By targeting the specific needs of this vulnerable population, Elgan Pharma aims to enhance visual outcomes and reduce the risk of significant disabilities, ultimately supporting healthcare professionals in their efforts to improve the quality of life for these infants.
Plasmacure
Convertible Note in 2023
Plasmacure is a Netherlands-based company that specializes in developing cold plasma technology aimed at treating chronic wounds, particularly diabetic foot wounds. Their patented solution effectively kills bacteria, stimulates cell proliferation, and enhances microcirculation, which helps reduce the risk of amputation. By addressing these critical aspects of wound healing, Plasmacure's technology aims to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from chronic wounds.
Cellbox Solutions
Grant in 2023
Cellbox Solutions is a young technology company that focuses on innovative logistic solutions for the global BioMed industry.
EBAMed
Series A in 2023
EBAMed SA is a Swiss startup based in Geneva, established in 2018, that focuses on developing innovative medical technology for treating heart arrhythmias. The company is working on an ultrasound-based device designed to monitor heart motion and facilitate non-invasive ablation therapy using proton beams. This technology aims to provide a safe and effective alternative for patients by allowing real-time synchronization of proton therapy with heart movement. By integrating both hardware and software components, EBAMed's device enhances treatment capabilities for existing proton therapy centers, enabling them to offer advanced, non-invasive treatment options for cardiac patients in an outpatient setting.
Escala Medical
Grant in 2023
Escala Medical is focused on developing a minimally invasive medical device aimed at treating pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in women. The company's innovative system offers a nonsurgical, incision-free, and mesh-free repair option that addresses the vaginal apex by connecting it to the sacrospinous ligament. This approach is designed to be safe, quick, and to preserve organ functionality while minimizing patient discomfort. The procedure can be performed in outpatient and office-based settings, providing a much-needed alternative for women suffering from POP.
Escala Medical
Venture Round in 2023
Escala Medical is focused on developing a minimally invasive medical device aimed at treating pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in women. The company's innovative system offers a nonsurgical, incision-free, and mesh-free repair option that addresses the vaginal apex by connecting it to the sacrospinous ligament. This approach is designed to be safe, quick, and to preserve organ functionality while minimizing patient discomfort. The procedure can be performed in outpatient and office-based settings, providing a much-needed alternative for women suffering from POP.
VarmX
Series B in 2023
VarmX is a pharmaceutical spin-off from the Leiden University Medical Center focused on developing and manufacturing therapeutic proteins aimed at restoring blood clotting in patients experiencing severe bleeding. The company's lead product, PseudoXa, is a modified recombinant human coagulation factor X designed to work effectively in the presence of direct factor Xa anticoagulants like rivaroxaban, apixaban, and edoxaban. These anticoagulants are widely used for preventing and treating thrombosis and stroke but can lead to dangerous bleeding as a side effect. PseudoXa addresses this critical issue by providing a means to stop and prevent bleeding, thereby enhancing the safety of anticoagulant therapies for millions of patients worldwide.
ARTHEx Biotech
Series B in 2023
ARTHEx Biotech S.L. is a spin-off company of the University of Valencia that is developing antisense RNA treatments against genetic diseases. Our team has a strong background on drug discovery and microRNAs involvement in neuromuscular diseases. We are supported by world-renowned scientific and clinical advisors that will facilitate the successful development of our products.
3DSecret
Grant in 2023
3DSecret is developing cutting-edge technologies to uncover the stochastic patterns behind metastasis in order to predict the course of cancer.
Bluedrop Medical
Venture Round in 2023
Bluedrop Medical Limited specializes in developing, manufacturing, and commercializing an Internet of Things-enabled device designed for the early detection of diabetic foot ulcers. Founded in 2014 and based in Galway, Ireland, the company offers a home-based system that conducts daily scans of patients' feet. This data is then transmitted to the cloud for analysis using advanced algorithms capable of identifying abnormalities. By detecting skin damage early, the device aims to significantly reduce the risk of amputation, which is a critical concern as up to 25% of individuals with diabetes may develop foot ulcers, often due to peripheral neuropathy. The innovative technology not only enhances patient care but also has the potential to lower healthcare costs associated with severe complications arising from untreated foot ulcers.
Smart Immune
Venture Round in 2023
Smart Immune is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative hematopoietic stem cell-based therapies aimed at improving the prognosis and quality of life for patients with serious diseases. The company's primary program utilizes T cell progenitors, known as ProTcells, which are designed to facilitate a rapid and safe immune recovery following transplantation. This therapy seeks to provide a polyclonal immune response, enhancing the body's ability to combat cancers and infections. Additionally, Smart Immune plans to complement its core offerings with advancements in targeted conditioning, gene therapy, and genome editing, thereby creating next-generation treatments for a range of inherited blood disorders and hematological malignancies.
Smart Immune
Grant in 2023
Smart Immune is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative hematopoietic stem cell-based therapies aimed at improving the prognosis and quality of life for patients with serious diseases. The company's primary program utilizes T cell progenitors, known as ProTcells, which are designed to facilitate a rapid and safe immune recovery following transplantation. This therapy seeks to provide a polyclonal immune response, enhancing the body's ability to combat cancers and infections. Additionally, Smart Immune plans to complement its core offerings with advancements in targeted conditioning, gene therapy, and genome editing, thereby creating next-generation treatments for a range of inherited blood disorders and hematological malignancies.
inbiome
Grant in 2023
Inbiome is a pioneer in molecular diagnostics, specializing in proprietary molecular culture technology that allows for significantly faster bacterial testing and microbiome analytics. The company focuses on advancing clinical microbiology by providing clinicians with tools for microbial detection and contributing to product development in this field. Through its innovative approach, Inbiome aims to enhance the understanding of microbiomes and improve diagnostic efficiency.
Sunrise
Series A in 2023
Sunrise focuses on addressing the widespread issue of sleep disorders, particularly sleep apnea, which affects nearly one billion people globally. The company has developed a 3-gram sensor that provides a rapid, at-home diagnosis of sleep apnea, utilizing trigeminal drive analysis to detect respiratory events. This certified medical device connects seamlessly to a smartphone, allowing for easy use and immediate results. Clinical studies have demonstrated that Sunrise's technology matches the accuracy of traditional in-lab sleep studies but at a significantly lower cost. After testing, patients can consult with certified sleep doctors online or visit local sleep centers, streamlining the diagnostic process. With a large percentage of sleep apnea cases remaining undiagnosed, Sunrise offers a crucial solution for patients, caregivers, and insurers, enhancing the accessibility and efficiency of sleep disorder diagnostics.
Ganymed Robotics
Series B in 2023
Ganymed Robotics SAS is a medical device company based in Paris, France, established in 2018. The company specializes in developing advanced robotics technologies and software aimed at enhancing surgical precision in orthopedic procedures, particularly focusing on knee replacement surgeries. Its innovative therapeutic device is designed to improve patient outcomes and streamline the surgical process, enabling orthopedic surgeons to reduce operating times and enhance their overall experience. By integrating robotics into surgical practices, Ganymed Robotics aims to advance the efficiency of care delivery in the orthopedic field.
Arctic Therapeutics
Grant in 2022
Arctic Therapeutics (AT) uses bioinformatic approaches and AI to eliminate major risks associated with traditional drug development, as well as sharply reducing the enormous cost and time to bring effective treatments to millions of patients. AT leverages over 20 years of international genomics research, pioneering a novel approach to guide its drug development. The company collaborates closely with The Center for Applied Genomics (CAG) at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to repurpose and develop ground-breaking new medical treatments. A conservative valuation of AT’s pipeline exceeds $100 billion, and the company‘s Alzheimer‘s drug candidate has the potential to become the first cure for dementia, not only treating the disease but preventing it AT's creation was inspired by one of the leading minds in applied genomics, Dr. Hakon Hakonarson, who launched CAG in 2006 and established it as the largest paediatric biobank and genomic database in the world Time Magazine listed Dr. Hakonarson’s autism gene discovery project, reported in Nature in 2009, among the top ten medical breakthroughs of that year. Dr. Hakonarson’ s Nat Med paper on a novel precision-based therapy in lymphatic disorders was awarded among the top 10 clinical/translational papers in 2020 by The Clinical Research Forum. Dr. Hakonarson was recently ranked among “The World’s Most Influential Scientific Minds” by Thomson Reuters, with over 1000 publications and h-index of 171.
Arctic Therapeutics
Grant in 2022
Arctic Therapeutics (AT) uses bioinformatic approaches and AI to eliminate major risks associated with traditional drug development, as well as sharply reducing the enormous cost and time to bring effective treatments to millions of patients. AT leverages over 20 years of international genomics research, pioneering a novel approach to guide its drug development. The company collaborates closely with The Center for Applied Genomics (CAG) at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to repurpose and develop ground-breaking new medical treatments. A conservative valuation of AT’s pipeline exceeds $100 billion, and the company‘s Alzheimer‘s drug candidate has the potential to become the first cure for dementia, not only treating the disease but preventing it AT's creation was inspired by one of the leading minds in applied genomics, Dr. Hakon Hakonarson, who launched CAG in 2006 and established it as the largest paediatric biobank and genomic database in the world Time Magazine listed Dr. Hakonarson’s autism gene discovery project, reported in Nature in 2009, among the top ten medical breakthroughs of that year. Dr. Hakonarson’ s Nat Med paper on a novel precision-based therapy in lymphatic disorders was awarded among the top 10 clinical/translational papers in 2020 by The Clinical Research Forum. Dr. Hakonarson was recently ranked among “The World’s Most Influential Scientific Minds” by Thomson Reuters, with over 1000 publications and h-index of 171.
iThera Medical
Venture Round in 2022
iThera Medical specializes in advanced biomedical imaging technology, focusing on photonic molecular imaging. Founded in 2010 as a spin-off from the Helmholtz Zentrum Muenchen, the company collaborates with this research center to enhance its proprietary Multi-Spectral Optoacoustic Tomography (MSOT) technology. This innovative approach provides real-time visualization of anatomical, functional, and molecular information within living tissue, which aids in the detection of tumors and inflammatory diseases. By enabling non-invasive diagnostic capabilities, iThera Medical supports both preclinical and clinical applications, offering significant advancements in medical imaging and patient care.
Sonio
Seed Round in 2022
Sonio is an AI-based support platform for fetal ultrasound, helping practitioners analyze and diagnose congenital malformations. Sonio combines the patient’s medical history, genetic and biological data, and ultrasound semiology to assist physicians on the path to the right diagnosis. It assists sonographers during prenatal screening scans, helping them ensure that they have not forgotten anything, take risk factors into account, and facilitate the sharing of images with patients and other health professionals.
Sonio
Grant in 2022
Sonio is an AI-based support platform for fetal ultrasound, helping practitioners analyze and diagnose congenital malformations. Sonio combines the patient’s medical history, genetic and biological data, and ultrasound semiology to assist physicians on the path to the right diagnosis. It assists sonographers during prenatal screening scans, helping them ensure that they have not forgotten anything, take risk factors into account, and facilitate the sharing of images with patients and other health professionals.
Dxcover
Grant in 2022
Dxcover is a clinical-stage liquid biopsy company based in Glasgow, founded in 2016 by David S Palmer, Holly Butler, and Matthew Baker. The firm focuses on developing innovative diagnostics for the early detection of various cancers, which is crucial for improving treatment outcomes. Dxcover has pioneered the use of infrared spectroscopy combined with artificial intelligence to analyze circulating pan-omic indicators, allowing for the identification of cancer from a simple blood sample. This approach enables same-day diagnosis and patient stratification, facilitating timely interventions. The company has demonstrated strong clinical data supporting the accurate diagnosis of Stage I and Stage II cancers, underscoring its commitment to enhancing survival rates and quality of life for patients.
iOnctura
Venture Round in 2022
iOnctura is a biopharmaceutical company that develops novel therapeutics aimed at addressing immunosuppression within the tumor microenvironment, which can hinder effective cancer treatment. The company focuses on creating next-generation biomolecules to enhance existing immune checkpoint therapies, ultimately aiming to improve patient outcomes in cancer treatment. Through collaborations with Merck and Cancer Research Technology, iOnctura is advancing a pipeline of preclinical molecules designed to be used in combination with immuno-oncology therapies. With access to state-of-the-art drug discovery laboratories and a network of academic partners, iOnctura is strategically positioned to develop innovative combination therapies in cancer immunology, ensuring a focused approach to tackling the complexities of cancer and fibrosis.
iOnctura
Grant in 2022
iOnctura is a biopharmaceutical company that develops novel therapeutics aimed at addressing immunosuppression within the tumor microenvironment, which can hinder effective cancer treatment. The company focuses on creating next-generation biomolecules to enhance existing immune checkpoint therapies, ultimately aiming to improve patient outcomes in cancer treatment. Through collaborations with Merck and Cancer Research Technology, iOnctura is advancing a pipeline of preclinical molecules designed to be used in combination with immuno-oncology therapies. With access to state-of-the-art drug discovery laboratories and a network of academic partners, iOnctura is strategically positioned to develop innovative combination therapies in cancer immunology, ensuring a focused approach to tackling the complexities of cancer and fibrosis.
Akknatek
Seed Round in 2022
Akknatek specializes in developing innovative optical testing products aimed at improving postoperative management of intraocular lenses (IOLs). The company's patented lens reviewer technology enhances patients' visual outcomes, particularly for those experiencing dislocated IOLs following cataract surgery. By providing clear protocols for treatment, the lens reviewer minimizes the risk of unexpected refractive complications and decreases the need for additional refractive procedures. This streamlined approach to postoperative monitoring not only aids clinics in managing IOL placements but also fosters greater confidence in IOL implantations, ultimately benefiting patient care and outcomes.
Newronika
Grant in 2022
Newronika is a company focused on restoring brain and body functions through innovative neuro-modulation technologies. It develops therapeutic devices that utilize a retro-activity system to record brain activity and modulate neuro-stimulation. By collecting, analyzing, and interpreting bio-signals, Newronika enables patients to receive timely stimulation, allowing them to engage in normal daily activities and enhance their quality of life. As a spin-off from prominent Italian research institutions, including the Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico Hospital and the University of Milan, Newronika benefits from a multidisciplinary team of experts in various fields such as neuroscience, neurophysiology, biomedical engineering, and neuropsychology.
NC Biomatrix
Grant in 2022
NC Biomatrix is focused on developing medical therapies aimed at restoring the natural biomechanics of the spine to address low back pain. The company offers a non-invasive treatment option that involves an injectable viscous gel designed to alleviate the underlying causes of lower back pain. By targeting the biomechanics of the spine, NC Biomatrix provides a novel solution for patients suffering from osteoarthritis and related conditions, improving their quality of life through effective pain management.
ABCDx
Venture Round in 2022
ABCDx SA is a Swiss company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development, validation, and application of biomarker tests for brain injury treatment. The company focuses on creating biomarker panels designed to identify and diagnose patients at risk for severe long-term complications resulting from conditions such as traumatic brain injuries, strokes, and post-stroke infections. The founders are prominent researchers from the University of Geneva and the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute, bringing significant expertise in biomarker discovery and clinical application. They are complemented by a third founder with extensive experience in the diagnostic and pharmaceutical industries, enhancing the company’s capacity to innovate in brain health diagnostics.
VIVAN Therapeutics
Grant in 2022
VIVAN Therapeutics is a company focused on transforming cancer care through personalized therapeutics. It utilizes a novel assay technology licensed from the Center for Personalized Cancer Therapeutics at Mt Sinai New York, which enables the development of tailored treatment strategies. The company's approach involves the Personal Discovery Process (PDP), a unique clinical trial method designed for individual patients. This process analyzes the genetic complexity of each patient's tumor by engineering it into fruit flies, allowing for the evaluation of both FDA-approved cancer and non-cancer drugs. VIVAN Therapeutics aims to provide less toxic and more affordable treatment options by recommending combinations of these drugs, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of cancer therapies. The company is also working on new diagnostics and decision support tools to improve treatment outcomes for cancer patients.
Arspectra
Grant in 2022
Arspectra is a medical technology firm that focuses on unique augmented reality solutions for the healthcare industry.
Precisis
Grant in 2022
Precisis is a medical technology company based in Heidelberg, Germany, founded in 2004. The company focuses on developing innovative medical devices aimed at treating epilepsy and enhancing patients' quality of life. Their flagship product involves a device that delivers individualized brain stimulation through a surgical procedure. This device is precisely positioned beneath the scalp over the epileptic origin in the brain, allowing for targeted therapeutic currents to be directed at specific areas without direct contact with the brain. This approach aims to provide deep and focused stimulation to effectively manage epilepsy.
CYTO365
Seed Round in 2022
CYTO365 specializes in the design and manufacturing of intravenous inlets, specifically the RondelO multi inlet stopcock. This product is intended for integration into IV sets to address drug incompatibility issues that can arise during parallel infusion. The company’s patented Luer inlets feature an automatic flushing mechanism, ensuring that a flushing fluid is readily available. This design provides an additional layer of security for drug administration by preventing the mixing of incompatible medications and facilitating effective rinsing of the infusion tube. Through its innovative solutions, CYTO365 aims to enhance patient safety during infusion therapy.
FOx Biosystems
Grant in 2022
FOx Biosystems is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing biomolecular interaction analysis for life science research and industry. Founded in 2017 by Filip Delport and Jeroen Lammertyn, and based in Temse, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium, the company specializes in developing custom applications, including probes and devices, to support various research needs. FOx Biosystems employs real-time, label-free analysis technology that offers significant advantages over traditional biomolecular analysis tools, such as ease of use, speed, and cost-effectiveness. This technology enables healthcare companies and researchers to obtain high-quality biomolecular data, including concentration measurements, affinity data, and kinetic data, ultimately aiming to transform the life sciences sector.
Sightic
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Sightic Analytics creates AI-powered software that detects drug effects through image analysis of the eye area. The analysis is performed in real time using a short film sequence of the test person's eye area, and the result is provided immediately.
timeisbrain
Pre Seed Round in 2022
timeisbrain is a medical device for improving the diagnostics and prognostics of acute ischaemic stroke
CARMAT
Grant in 2022
CARMAT is a France-based medtech company that specializes in the development and manufacture of bioprosthetic artificial hearts aimed at treating patients with severe heart failure. Founded in 2008 and located in Vélizy-Villacoublay, the company produces biocompatible and auto-regulated total artificial hearts that closely mimic the human heart's functionality. These devices are designed for individuals experiencing chronic terminal heart failure classified as NYHA class IV or those suffering from acute terminal heart failure following a major heart attack. CARMAT's innovative solutions target patients who are not suitable for heart transplantation and have exhausted other treatment options, providing a reliable new therapeutic alternative. In addition to the artificial hearts, CARMAT also develops the associated power supply and control systems, including remote diagnosis capabilities.
Axiles Bionics
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Axiles Bionics is a Brussels based spin-off from Brubotics (VUB – Free University Brussels), striving to improve the quality of life of people with assistive robotics. Our first focus today is with amputees and bringing the next generation bionic feet to the market.
Gate2Brain
Grant in 2022
Gate2Brain is an early-stage biotech company dedicated to enhancing drug delivery across biological barriers, particularly the blood-brain barrier, through a patented peptide-based technology. This innovative platform aims to transport therapeutics directly to the brain, thereby improving the efficacy of treatments for neurological diseases and reducing associated side effects. Additionally, Gate2Brain focuses on developing therapeutics that can address rare pediatric cancers, positioning itself as a key player in advancing medical solutions for challenging conditions.
TENSIVE
Venture Round in 2022
TENSIVE s.r.l. is a biomedical company based in Milan, Italy, founded in 2012. It specializes in the development of innovative prostheses for natural breast reconstruction and augmentation. The company's products utilize biodegradable synthetic biomaterials and feature an internal micro-architecture that mimics blood vessel structures. These vascularized prostheses aim to enhance the quality of life for patients undergoing treatment for breast cancer, offering a solution that reduces the need for recurrent and costly surgical interventions. Through its focus on advanced biomaterials and design, TENSIVE seeks to provide effective and sustainable options for breast reconstruction.
Vésale Pharma
Grant in 2022
Vésale Pharma work with internationally renowned research organizations.They offer innovative healthcare solutions adapted to everyone.
Alesi Surgical
Grant in 2022
Alesi Surgical Ltd. specializes in the development and commercialization of laparoscopic surgical smoke handling systems aimed at enhancing the safety and outcomes of surgical procedures. Founded in 2009 and based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, the company emerged as a spin-out from the Welsh Institute for Minimal Access Therapy, benefiting from direct access to experienced surgeons and surgical trainers. Alesi Surgical's innovative products are designed to be portable and applicable in both laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgeries. Utilizing electrostatic precipitation technology, these tools effectively eliminate surgical smoke, ensuring a clear visual field during procedures. Alesi Surgical distributes its products to hospitals across Europe, the Middle East, New Zealand, and Australia.
CARMAT
Post in 2022
CARMAT is a France-based medtech company that specializes in the development and manufacture of bioprosthetic artificial hearts aimed at treating patients with severe heart failure. Founded in 2008 and located in Vélizy-Villacoublay, the company produces biocompatible and auto-regulated total artificial hearts that closely mimic the human heart's functionality. These devices are designed for individuals experiencing chronic terminal heart failure classified as NYHA class IV or those suffering from acute terminal heart failure following a major heart attack. CARMAT's innovative solutions target patients who are not suitable for heart transplantation and have exhausted other treatment options, providing a reliable new therapeutic alternative. In addition to the artificial hearts, CARMAT also develops the associated power supply and control systems, including remote diagnosis capabilities.
CorWave
Venture Round in 2022
CorWave is a developer of advanced implanted cardiac support devices aimed at improving the quality of life for patients with heart failure. The company's flagship product, an innovative left ventricular assist device (LVAD), employs a unique undulating disc wave pumping mechanism. This design enhances blood flow by mimicking the natural pulsation of the heart, significantly reducing trauma to blood and minimizing complications associated with clotting and bleeding, which are common with traditional continuous flow pumps. Additionally, CorWave's LVAD is characterized by low power consumption and compact size, making it suitable for complete implantation and integration with a wireless energy transfer system. Through its pioneering technology, CorWave seeks to alleviate the burdens of heart failure and lessen the need for invasive surgical interventions.
Cherry Biotech
Grant in 2022
Cherry Biotech is a biomedical technology company specializing in Organ-on-Chip systems that facilitate drug discovery and personalized medicine. The company develops advanced microfluidic technologies to culture and replicate human organs under various physiological and pathological conditions. Additionally, Cherry Biotech provides temperature controllers to enable rapid temperature changes and next-generation 3D cell culture technologies. These innovations assist clinicians in accurately mimicking the human cellular microenvironment, which is essential for drug development and toxicity assessments.
ARTHEx Biotech
Grant in 2022
ARTHEx Biotech S.L. is a spin-off company of the University of Valencia that is developing antisense RNA treatments against genetic diseases. Our team has a strong background on drug discovery and microRNAs involvement in neuromuscular diseases. We are supported by world-renowned scientific and clinical advisors that will facilitate the successful development of our products.
FEops
Convertible Note in 2022
FEops is a pioneer in physics-based simulations specifically tailored for minimally invasive cardiovascular devices and procedures. The company develops advanced cardiac imaging technology that enhances personalized treatment for patients with structural heart disease. By utilizing artificial intelligence to conduct anatomical analyses, FEops provides data-driven insights that improve transcatheter valve procedures through personalized computer simulations. This approach offers medical device companies and healthcare professionals unique insights that streamline research and development processes, enhance procedural efficiency, and ultimately improve clinical outcomes and patient safety. Additionally, FEops supports medical specialists and physicians with patient-specific information, facilitating more effective treatments.
ARTHEx Biotech
Venture Round in 2022
ARTHEx Biotech S.L. is a spin-off company of the University of Valencia that is developing antisense RNA treatments against genetic diseases. Our team has a strong background on drug discovery and microRNAs involvement in neuromuscular diseases. We are supported by world-renowned scientific and clinical advisors that will facilitate the successful development of our products.
Positrigo
Series B in 2022
Positrigo AG is a Swiss company based in Zurich that specializes in the development, production, and sales of dedicated brain positron emission tomography (PET) scanners. Founded in 2018, Positrigo focuses on making functional brain imaging accessible for early detection of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's disease. The company provides advanced scanning solutions that aid in diagnostics, treatment monitoring, and the development of new therapies for conditions such as Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. By enabling early diagnosis in an affordable manner, Positrigo aims to improve patient outcomes and support healthcare professionals in managing these complex medical conditions.
ATXA Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2022
ATXA Therapeutics Limited is a spin-out company from University College Dublin whose primary focus is to advance clinical trials and to secure marketing authorization of novel therapies for the treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH), serving a previously unmet medical need by offering improved treatment options to the prescribing physician and new hope for the PAH patient. Founded by Professor Therese Kinsella, ATXA was incorporated in May 2015 and is the culmination of over 20 years of extensive research and over €15m of grant funding and a proven track record in understanding of the biology and signalling of the human prostanoid receptors in the cardiovascular disease and oncology setting. Supported with funding from a number of technology and commercialization development grants from Enterprise Ireland and Science Foundation Ireland, ATXA has developed a series of novel, highly selective small molecule drugs, and has identified and validated their potential use in a number of target disease indications including thrombosis/cardiovascular, oncology, anti-inflammatory and, in particular, in PAH. The ATXA team has expertise in cardiovascular and cancer biology with technical expertise in platelet biology, cellular and molecular biology, protein biology, pathological and histopathological and immunohistochemical techniques, digital pathology and biostatistics. In addition, ATXA have experience in drug discovery and early development; lead generation; lead optimization; candidate selection; medicinal chemistry; preclinical pharmacokinetics; intellectual property management and commercialization. ATXA Therapeutics Ltd will advance the late-stage development of their novel therapies that display substantial improvements over the existing standard-of-care, addressing critical unmet medical needs for efficacious new therapies to treat PAH.
ATXA Therapeutics
Grant in 2022
ATXA Therapeutics Limited is a spin-out company from University College Dublin whose primary focus is to advance clinical trials and to secure marketing authorization of novel therapies for the treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH), serving a previously unmet medical need by offering improved treatment options to the prescribing physician and new hope for the PAH patient. Founded by Professor Therese Kinsella, ATXA was incorporated in May 2015 and is the culmination of over 20 years of extensive research and over €15m of grant funding and a proven track record in understanding of the biology and signalling of the human prostanoid receptors in the cardiovascular disease and oncology setting. Supported with funding from a number of technology and commercialization development grants from Enterprise Ireland and Science Foundation Ireland, ATXA has developed a series of novel, highly selective small molecule drugs, and has identified and validated their potential use in a number of target disease indications including thrombosis/cardiovascular, oncology, anti-inflammatory and, in particular, in PAH. The ATXA team has expertise in cardiovascular and cancer biology with technical expertise in platelet biology, cellular and molecular biology, protein biology, pathological and histopathological and immunohistochemical techniques, digital pathology and biostatistics. In addition, ATXA have experience in drug discovery and early development; lead generation; lead optimization; candidate selection; medicinal chemistry; preclinical pharmacokinetics; intellectual property management and commercialization. ATXA Therapeutics Ltd will advance the late-stage development of their novel therapies that display substantial improvements over the existing standard-of-care, addressing critical unmet medical needs for efficacious new therapies to treat PAH.
Ostoform
Grant in 2022
Ostoform is a spin-out medical device company from the University of Limerick, Ireland with a range of patented technologies, and the potential to scale, becoming a global leader in the area of ostomy skin health.
AVVie
Grant in 2022
AVVie GmbH is a medical device startup dedicated to creating minimally invasive implants for heart valve repair, specifically targeting mitral regurgitation. This condition arises when the mitral valve leaflets fail to close properly, potentially leading to heart failure over time. The company's flagship product, the Mitral Butterfly® implant, is delivered via a catheter, allowing for a less invasive alternative to open-heart surgery. This approach not only shortens hospitalization times, thereby reducing costs, but also expands treatment options for patients who may not qualify for traditional surgery. The implant features a one-stage delivery system and a design that allows the valve leaflets to maintain normal function after implantation. The entire procedure for repairing the diseased valve is completed in under 12 minutes, offering significant advantages over competitors' more complex multiple-stage methods.
Fineheart
Series C in 2022
Fineheart is a France-based medical device company that specializes in innovative technologies aimed at addressing cardiovascular diseases. The company is developing an implantable cardiac device that is wirelessly powered and fully implantable, designed to provide mechanical circulatory support. This novel device optimizes cardiac output while preserving the heart's natural contractility, thereby enabling patients with heart failure to restore normal cardiac function and improve their quality of life. Fineheart's focus on advanced medical solutions positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of cardiovascular care.
Fineheart
Grant in 2022
Fineheart is a France-based medical device company that specializes in innovative technologies aimed at addressing cardiovascular diseases. The company is developing an implantable cardiac device that is wirelessly powered and fully implantable, designed to provide mechanical circulatory support. This novel device optimizes cardiac output while preserving the heart's natural contractility, thereby enabling patients with heart failure to restore normal cardiac function and improve their quality of life. Fineheart's focus on advanced medical solutions positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of cardiovascular care.
Hemispherian
Grant in 2022
Hemispherian is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for various types of cancer, particularly aggressive forms such as glioblastoma multiforme. The firm specializes in personalized cancer therapies and is working on a new class of small-molecule drugs designed to address significant unmet medical needs in oncology. By formulating these advanced treatments, Hemispherian aims to provide physicians with access to novel therapeutic options that can improve patient outcomes in the fight against cancer.
Hemispherian
Venture Round in 2022
Hemispherian is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for various types of cancer, particularly aggressive forms such as glioblastoma multiforme. The firm specializes in personalized cancer therapies and is working on a new class of small-molecule drugs designed to address significant unmet medical needs in oncology. By formulating these advanced treatments, Hemispherian aims to provide physicians with access to novel therapeutic options that can improve patient outcomes in the fight against cancer.
Immunethep
Grant in 2022
Immunethep is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for immune system-related diseases. Originating as a spin-off from the University of Porto, the company leverages proprietary technology to address significant unmet medical needs. Immunethep has identified a novel mechanism by which various pathogenic bacteria suppress the host immune response. By targeting this mechanism, the company aims to create broad-spectrum anti-bacterial immunotherapies. Among its initiatives, Immunethep is working on neonatal vaccines designed to protect infants from bacterial infections before birth, thereby enhancing their immunity and preventing multi-bacterial infections. Through these advancements, Immunethep strives to improve patient outcomes and contribute to the field of advanced healthcare.
Immunethep
Venture Round in 2022
Immunethep is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for immune system-related diseases. Originating as a spin-off from the University of Porto, the company leverages proprietary technology to address significant unmet medical needs. Immunethep has identified a novel mechanism by which various pathogenic bacteria suppress the host immune response. By targeting this mechanism, the company aims to create broad-spectrum anti-bacterial immunotherapies. Among its initiatives, Immunethep is working on neonatal vaccines designed to protect infants from bacterial infections before birth, thereby enhancing their immunity and preventing multi-bacterial infections. Through these advancements, Immunethep strives to improve patient outcomes and contribute to the field of advanced healthcare.
Tucuvi
Grant in 2022
Tucuvi is a health technology company focused on enhancing healthcare delivery through its CE-marked platform for Phone Consultation Automation. The company specializes in developing clinically validated Conversational AI that supports various care pathways, allowing clinical teams to improve operational efficiency and patient outcomes. Tucuvi's platform utilizes artificial intelligence and voice technology to provide personalized care, including medication reminders, treatment guidelines, cognitive stimulation exercises, and monitoring for conditions like heart failure. By enabling healthcare professionals to scale their capacity for patient care and monitoring, Tucuvi aims to facilitate continuous and personalized healthcare that enhances patient satisfaction.
Augmedit
Grant in 2022
At Augmedit, we're at the forefront of medical technology, where the power of augmented reality (AR) and extended Reality (XR) converge to transform the way surgeons and healthcare professionals operate and educate. Picture a world where surgeons effortlessly craft patient holograms with a few clicks, opening new avenues of patient engagement and communication. Our groundbreaking XR solutions bridge the gap between medical professionals and patients, offering a new dimension in healthcare communication. Envision patients and surgeons exploring and discussing their medical conditions and treatment options in an entirely immersive way. Or imagine pre-surgical planning collaborations between peers and colleagues... But that is just the beginning. At Augmedit, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what's possible by redefining neurosurgery with XR solutions designed to conquer neuro-navigation challenges within the operating room. Our commitment to medical innovation knows no bounds.
AugmedIT B.V.
Grant in 2022
AugmedIT B.V. is a medical software company based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, founded in 2018. The company focuses on developing augmented and mixed reality tools that enhance surgical procedures by enabling surgeons to create holograms of patients. AugmedIT specializes in applications related to neurosurgery, medical education, and holographic visualization, as well as neuronavigation. Through its innovative technology, the company aims to improve surgical precision and training in the medical field.
Methinks
Grant in 2022
Methinks is a developer of a medical imaging platform that leverages advanced artificial intelligence techniques, including Google's TensorFlow, to enhance the diagnosis of brain-related diseases, particularly acute stroke. The platform facilitates timely and universal diagnosis by using non-contrast CT imaging, which eliminates the need for contrast CT scans and significantly reduces time-to-treatment. This capability enables radiologists to effectively communicate with hospitals, stroke units, and other healthcare professionals, thereby improving the overall clinical response to stroke cases. By focusing on specific pathologies, Methinks aims to achieve clinical excellence in the diagnosis and management of neurological conditions.
Orixha
Grant in 2022
Orixha specializes in the development of an innovative cooling device aimed at improving patient outcomes following cardiac arrest. This device utilizes a dedicated liquid ventilator that performs total liquid ventilation by filling the lungs with liquid perfluorocarbons. This method leverages the high gas solubility and large pulmonary surfaces to transform the lungs into an efficient heat exchange chamber with the bloodstream. By doing so, Orixha's technology helps protect vital organs from damage caused by reperfusion, thereby enhancing the prognosis for patients in critical conditions.
Nanordica Medical
Grant in 2022
Nanordica Medical is an Estonian medical technology company providing the first-line treatment for chronic wounds based on unique patented nanotechnology, a synergy of copper and silver in nanofibers that remove infection and support wound healing. Nanordica Medical launched a veterinary product Ravimus Vet for animal wounds (https://nanordica.com/ravimus.html) and is developing a first-in-class wound dressing for human hard-to-heal wounds like diabetic foot ulcers. They recently completed a clinical trial showing consistently better results in nearly all efficacy parameters observed among the patients treated with the Nanordica wound dressing than those treated with the commercially available silver ions-based active dressing.
Akknatek
Grant in 2022
Akknatek specializes in developing innovative optical testing products aimed at improving postoperative management of intraocular lenses (IOLs). The company's patented lens reviewer technology enhances patients' visual outcomes, particularly for those experiencing dislocated IOLs following cataract surgery. By providing clear protocols for treatment, the lens reviewer minimizes the risk of unexpected refractive complications and decreases the need for additional refractive procedures. This streamlined approach to postoperative monitoring not only aids clinics in managing IOL placements but also fosters greater confidence in IOL implantations, ultimately benefiting patient care and outcomes.
NICO.LAB
Grant in 2022
Born from the MRCLEAN trial, NICO.LAB was founded in 2015 as a spin-off from the Amsterdam University Medical Center. Our research background continues to drive our way of thinking. The team consists of researchers, developers and experienced medical specialists to ensure we align with our clients needs. We believe connecting human & artificial intelligence will revolutionize emergency care. Our cloud-based solution, StrokeViewer, automatically analyses brain CT scans and gives results within minutes. StrokeViewer empowers physicians in the emergency setting to provide patients with the right treatment in time.
ABCDx
Grant in 2022
ABCDx SA is a Swiss company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development, validation, and application of biomarker tests for brain injury treatment. The company focuses on creating biomarker panels designed to identify and diagnose patients at risk for severe long-term complications resulting from conditions such as traumatic brain injuries, strokes, and post-stroke infections. The founders are prominent researchers from the University of Geneva and the Vall d’Hebron Research Institute, bringing significant expertise in biomarker discovery and clinical application. They are complemented by a third founder with extensive experience in the diagnostic and pharmaceutical industries, enhancing the company’s capacity to innovate in brain health diagnostics.
timeisbrain
Venture Round in 2022
timeisbrain is a medical device for improving the diagnostics and prognostics of acute ischaemic stroke
timeisbrain
Grant in 2022
timeisbrain is a medical device for improving the diagnostics and prognostics of acute ischaemic stroke
Axiles Bionics
Grant in 2022
Axiles Bionics is a Brussels based spin-off from Brubotics (VUB – Free University Brussels), striving to improve the quality of life of people with assistive robotics. Our first focus today is with amputees and bringing the next generation bionic feet to the market.
CYTO365
Grant in 2022
CYTO365 specializes in the design and manufacturing of intravenous inlets, specifically the RondelO multi inlet stopcock. This product is intended for integration into IV sets to address drug incompatibility issues that can arise during parallel infusion. The company’s patented Luer inlets feature an automatic flushing mechanism, ensuring that a flushing fluid is readily available. This design provides an additional layer of security for drug administration by preventing the mixing of incompatible medications and facilitating effective rinsing of the infusion tube. Through its innovative solutions, CYTO365 aims to enhance patient safety during infusion therapy.
neuroClues
Grant in 2022
neuroClues provides easy-to-use eye-tracking environment to help practitioners instantaneously quantify their clinical exam.
Sightic
Grant in 2022
Sightic Analytics creates AI-powered software that detects drug effects through image analysis of the eye area. The analysis is performed in real time using a short film sequence of the test person's eye area, and the result is provided immediately.
Kahun
Seed Round in 2022
Kahun operates an online medical platform designed to assist healthcare organizations in improving the clinical intake process. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the platform catalogs clinical information from peer-reviewed medical literature and extracts relevant insights to facilitate informed decision-making by physicians. This approach optimizes the time doctors spend on documentation while enhancing their overall understanding of clinical knowledge. Ultimately, Kahun aims to improve clinical outcomes by providing a transparent and explainable system that supports efficient and effective diagnosis.
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