Sofinnova Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 1972 and headquartered in Paris, France. The firm specializes in investing in the life sciences sector, focusing on biopharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and industrial biotechnology. With over €2 billion in assets dedicated to life science investments, Sofinnova Partners partners with entrepreneurs at various stages, from seed to later-stage companies, including start-ups and corporate spin-offs. The firm actively seeks to take a lead role in financing, often becoming the first institutional investor in Series A rounds. It maintains an engaged presence in its portfolio companies by sitting on their boards and supporting them through to exit, thereby fostering transformative innovations that have the potential to make a significant positive impact on society.
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Berry Street
Series B in 2025
Berry Street operates an online telehealth platform that specializes in nutrition therapy for various health conditions, including disordered eating, heart health, PCOD, liver disease, women's health, sports nutrition, and diabetes. The platform connects patients with board-certified dietitians, facilitating care through video and chat services. By partnering with numerous insurance plans, Berry Street ensures that patients can access these essential services without incurring out-of-pocket expenses, ultimately helping them achieve their health goals and enhance their quality of life.
Tenpoint Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2024
Tenpoint Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing engineered cell-based therapies aimed at restoring vision for individuals with degenerative ocular diseases. The company's innovative platform focuses on creating treatments that can be delivered directly to the eye, eliminating the need for systemic administration. This targeted approach enhances the potential for effective intervention, allowing healthcare providers to significantly improve the quality of life for patients suffering from various eye conditions. Through its commitment to advancing vision-restoring technologies, Tenpoint Therapeutics is positioned to make a meaningful impact in the field of ocular health.
Inventiva Pharma
Post in 2024
Inventiva Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in France, dedicated to developing oral small molecule therapies for patients with significant unmet medical needs, particularly in fibrosis, lysosomal storage disorders, and oncology. The company specializes in drugs that target nuclear receptors, transcription factors, and epigenetic modulation. Its primary product candidate, lanifibranor, is being developed for the treatment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a condition currently lacking approved therapies. Inventiva has established a robust pipeline supported by a proprietary discovery engine, a dedicated research and development facility, and a skilled team with extensive experience in drug development. In addition to advancing lanifibranor, the company is also working on several earlier-stage programs aimed at addressing various medical conditions. All operations are conducted in France.
Genespire
Series B in 2024
Genespire is a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing gene therapies for individuals suffering from genetic disorders, with a specific emphasis on primary immunodeficiencies and inherited metabolic diseases. The company specializes in developing innovative therapies that utilize integration-defective lentiviral vectors combined with gene editing techniques. This approach allows for the precise and effective insertion of therapeutic genes into blood cells, providing patients with a range of tailored treatment options suitable for their unique conditions. Genespire's mission is to transform the lives of patients affected by severe genetic diseases through cutting-edge therapeutic solutions.
deepc
Series A in 2024
deepc GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, specializes in developing AI software for medical imaging, particularly in radiology, to minimize diagnostic errors. The company offers a disease-agnostic AI solution that analyzes medical imaging data in real-time, identifying healthy and non-healthy cases to enhance diagnostic accuracy. Its web-based AI software framework, referred to as the Diagnostics OS, facilitates the integration of various medical diagnostic AI tools into clinical workflows, improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness. By serving as a central hub for artificial intelligence applications in radiology, deepc aims to support healthcare professionals in achieving faster, more accurate diagnoses, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes. The company has received recognition for its innovative contributions, including awards from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy.
Asceneuron
Series C in 2024
Asceneuron develops effective therapeutics for orphan tauopathies and Alzheimer’s disease. By focusing on areas of high unmet medical need, Asceneuron aspires to become a leading biotech company specialized in small molecule drug discovery for neurodegenerative diseases. Tauopathies are currently untreatable neurodegenerative diseases that rapidly progress towards debilitating conditions. The appearance of deposits of the microtubule-associated tau protein as e.g. neurofibrillary tangles in neurons of the brain is a common feature of tauopathies that is shared with Alzheimer’s disease. Neuronal tau deposits are known to be a major contributor to neurodegeneration and mutations in the tau gene are causative of the tauopathy fronto-temporal dementia and parkinsonism linked to chromosome 17 (FTDP-17). Due to increasing life expectancy, Alzheimer’s disease is viewed as one of the largest healthcare problems of this century, imposing a major economic burden on societies in the Western and developing world. Current treatment options provide limited benefits supporting the urgent need for more efficacious and better tolerated medicines that address symptomatic relief as well as disease progression.
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.
May Health
Series B in 2024
May Health specializes in developing innovative solutions for infertility related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). The company offers a minimally invasive procedure aimed at restoring ovulation in women with PCOS, providing a more natural approach to pregnancy. This one-time treatment is performed transvaginally under ultrasound guidance, eliminating the need for general anesthesia. The procedure is designed to assist the body's natural ovulation process and can be conducted in a clinical setting, similar to techniques used by fertility specialists in in vitro fertilization (IVF). May Health's focus is on delivering effective, durable solutions for patients seeking to conceive while minimizing the medicalization of the pregnancy experience.
Mainstay Medical
Private Equity Round in 2024
Mainstay Medical is a global medical device company based in Dublin, Ireland, with operations in the United States and Australia. The company focuses on developing innovative therapies for individuals suffering from chronic low back pain, a condition that affects a significant portion of the population. Mainstay Medical has created a FDA-approved restorative treatment aimed at addressing mechanical chronic low back pain. This treatment is designed to help restore muscle control and enhance functionality in the lumbar spine, ultimately improving the quality of life for patients. By collaborating with scientists and clinical experts, Mainstay Medical strives to provide effective solutions for those in need of relief from debilitating pain.
Sensorion
Post in 2024
Sensorion is a biopharmaceutical company based in Montpellier, France, focused on developing innovative therapies for inner ear disorders, particularly hearing loss and vestibular deficits. The company's lead product, SENS-401, is currently in phase II clinical trials aimed at treating sudden sensorineural hearing loss. Additionally, Sensorion is advancing SENS-111, which is in phase II trials for acute unilateral vestibulopathy, and SENS-300, which is in the pre-clinical stage for addressing inner ear toxicity. The company also collaborates with Cochlear Limited to explore combination therapies for patients with cochlear implants. Founded in 2009, Sensorion is dedicated to conducting research and development to discover drugs that can restore and treat hearing loss, positioning itself as a key player in the field of otology.
Freya Biosciences
Series A in 2023
Freya Biosciences is a clinical-stage company focused on women's health, with operations in Copenhagen and Boston. It specializes in developing microbial immunotherapies aimed at addressing significant unmet medical needs across various conditions. The company utilizes a proprietary platform to engineer and manufacture live microbes, ensuring their safety and efficacy for human use. Through this innovative approach, Freya Biosciences seeks to create new treatment options for a range of diseases, striving to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.
T-Therapeutics
Series A in 2023
T-Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of engineered soluble biologics for oncological and immunological conditions. The company utilizes a proprietary T cell receptor (TCR) discovery platform, which is based on a highly humanized mouse model. This innovative approach allows T-Therapeutics to identify TCRs that target human antigens not obtainable from human samples. The TCRs bind specific pMHC targets on target cells, facilitating the recruitment of T cells to either attack cancer cells or modulate immune responses. By leveraging advanced techniques in mouse genome engineering, single cell genomics, machine learning, and structural biology, T-Therapeutics aims to enhance treatment options for patients suffering from chronic and infectious diseases while fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration within its operations.
Inventiva Pharma
Post in 2023
Inventiva Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in France, dedicated to developing oral small molecule therapies for patients with significant unmet medical needs, particularly in fibrosis, lysosomal storage disorders, and oncology. The company specializes in drugs that target nuclear receptors, transcription factors, and epigenetic modulation. Its primary product candidate, lanifibranor, is being developed for the treatment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a condition currently lacking approved therapies. Inventiva has established a robust pipeline supported by a proprietary discovery engine, a dedicated research and development facility, and a skilled team with extensive experience in drug development. In addition to advancing lanifibranor, the company is also working on several earlier-stage programs aimed at addressing various medical conditions. All operations are conducted in France.
Sensorion
Post in 2023
Sensorion is a biopharmaceutical company based in Montpellier, France, focused on developing innovative therapies for inner ear disorders, particularly hearing loss and vestibular deficits. The company's lead product, SENS-401, is currently in phase II clinical trials aimed at treating sudden sensorineural hearing loss. Additionally, Sensorion is advancing SENS-111, which is in phase II trials for acute unilateral vestibulopathy, and SENS-300, which is in the pre-clinical stage for addressing inner ear toxicity. The company also collaborates with Cochlear Limited to explore combination therapies for patients with cochlear implants. Founded in 2009, Sensorion is dedicated to conducting research and development to discover drugs that can restore and treat hearing loss, positioning itself as a key player in the field of otology.
Tenpoint Therapeutics
Series A in 2023
Tenpoint Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing engineered cell-based therapies aimed at restoring vision for individuals with degenerative ocular diseases. The company's innovative platform focuses on creating treatments that can be delivered directly to the eye, eliminating the need for systemic administration. This targeted approach enhances the potential for effective intervention, allowing healthcare providers to significantly improve the quality of life for patients suffering from various eye conditions. Through its commitment to advancing vision-restoring technologies, Tenpoint Therapeutics is positioned to make a meaningful impact in the field of ocular health.
BrightHeart
Seed Round in 2023
BrightHeart is a medical technology startup that is developing artificial intelligence software to help diagnose congenital heart abnormalities in foetuses.
Alia Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2023
Alia Therapeutics focuses on developing advanced gene-editing medicines aimed at curing rare genetic diseases. The company employs innovative CRISPR-based genome editing tools to target and correct inborn genetic errors directly within patients' cells. By utilizing these unique therapeutic approaches, Alia Therapeutics seeks to address genetic disorders at their source, providing healthcare professionals with the means to modify genomes effectively. Additionally, the company emphasizes safe and efficient delivery mechanisms to ensure the targeted treatment of affected cells.
deepc
Series A in 2023
deepc GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, specializes in developing AI software for medical imaging, particularly in radiology, to minimize diagnostic errors. The company offers a disease-agnostic AI solution that analyzes medical imaging data in real-time, identifying healthy and non-healthy cases to enhance diagnostic accuracy. Its web-based AI software framework, referred to as the Diagnostics OS, facilitates the integration of various medical diagnostic AI tools into clinical workflows, improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness. By serving as a central hub for artificial intelligence applications in radiology, deepc aims to support healthcare professionals in achieving faster, more accurate diagnoses, ultimately leading to better patient outcomes. The company has received recognition for its innovative contributions, including awards from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy.
Mediar Therapeutics
Series A in 2023
Mediar Therapeutics is a pre-clinical stage biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing antibody-based therapeutics for the treatment of fibrosis. Founded in 2019, the company aims to provide innovative solutions by targeting key fibrotic mediator proteins that contribute to the development of fibrosis in chronically damaged organs. Through its research and development efforts, Mediar seeks to enable medical practitioners to halt and potentially reverse critical fibrosis and related conditions, addressing a significant unmet need in the field of fibrotic diseases.
Chroma Medicine
Series B in 2023
Chroma Medicine is a genomic medicine company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2021. The company focuses on epigenetic editing, aiming to revolutionize the treatment of genetically driven diseases. By utilizing epigenetics, which is nature's inherent mechanism for regulating genes, Chroma Medicine develops programmable epigenetic editors that target specific genes and control chromatin conformation. This innovative approach combines a DNA binding domain with epigenetic effector domains, providing medical practitioners with a new class of therapeutics that offers enhanced control over gene expression.
Abivax
Post in 2023
Abivax is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in France that develops therapeutics aimed at harnessing the body's natural immune response to treat autoimmune diseases, viral infections, and cancer. The company is currently evaluating its drug candidate, obefazimod, in Phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. Abivax focuses on addressing significant unmet medical needs in chronic inflammatory diseases, particularly inflammatory bowel diseases, which include ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Through its innovative drug development platforms, Abivax aims to provide novel and effective treatment options for patients suffering from these conditions.
Amolyt Pharma
Series C in 2023
Amolyt Pharma is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing peptide-based therapies for rare endocrine and metabolic disorders. The company's key programs include AZP-3601, a parathyroid hormone analog aimed at treating hypoparathyroidism by maintaining sustained calcium levels in the blood, and AZP-3404, a novel peptide designed to improve fat and glucose metabolism. By addressing severe insulin resistance and other critical metabolic conditions, Amolyt Pharma aims to provide effective treatment options for patients facing these rare disorders.
Microphyt
Series B in 2022
Microphyt specializes in the research, development, production, and marketing of natural algae-based products aimed at enhancing health and wellness. The company focuses on creating bioactive dietary supplements that support weight loss and brain health. Utilizing an industrial-scale supply of microalgae biomass and extracts, Microphyt ensures the preservation of cell integrity while producing commercial quantities of slow-growing or biofilm-forming species. This approach enables the healthcare industry to effectively meet the demands of personal care and food products, positioning Microphyt as a key player in the market for natural health solutions.
Abivax
Post in 2022
Abivax is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in France that develops therapeutics aimed at harnessing the body's natural immune response to treat autoimmune diseases, viral infections, and cancer. The company is currently evaluating its drug candidate, obefazimod, in Phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. Abivax focuses on addressing significant unmet medical needs in chronic inflammatory diseases, particularly inflammatory bowel diseases, which include ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Through its innovative drug development platforms, Abivax aims to provide novel and effective treatment options for patients suffering from these conditions.
F2G
Private Equity Round in 2022
F2G Ltd is a biotechnology company based in Manchester, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing innovative therapies for serious fungal diseases. Established in 1998, F2G focuses on its F3 series of antifungal compounds, particularly targeting challenging fungi such as Aspergillus and other filamentous molds that pose significant health risks. The company leverages its proprietary genomics technology, MycoBank, to identify critical gene targets in fungi, facilitating the creation of effective antifungal agents. Since its initial funding in 2002, F2G has expanded its research and development capabilities, enabling it to advance its patented compounds and contribute to addressing life-threatening fungal infections that affect individuals with compromised immune systems.
Biosyntia
Series B in 2022
Biosyntia ApS is a biotechnology company based in Hørsholm, Denmark, specializing in the development of biocatalysts for the fermentation of fine chemicals. Established in 2012, the company leverages innovative high-throughput screening technology to create tailored processes that facilitate the efficient production of complex chemical compounds, including flavors, fragrances, active pharmaceutical ingredients, pigments, and additives. By utilizing biocatalysis, Biosyntia aims to significantly reduce production costs and environmental impact compared to traditional chemical synthesis methods. The company collaborates with manufacturers to promote sustainable manufacturing processes, contributing to a greener future in the chemical industry.
LimFlow
Series D in 2022
LimFlow System is approved for sale in markets regulated by the CE Mark. Investigational device in the United States. Limited by U.S. federal law to investigational use only in the U.S. LimFlow is a game-changing technology that enables clinicians to bring new hope to end-stage chronic limb ischemia (CLI) patients, when all other revascularization efforts have been exhausted. By restoring perfusion to the ischemic foot through a completely novel, percutaneous procedure, the LimFlow System can relieve ischemic pain, promote wound healing, reduce amputations and restore mobility for patients when used as part of a multi-disciplinary team approach.
Endoron Medical
Seed Round in 2021
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.
Sphere Fluidics
Venture Round in 2021
Sphere Fluidics Limited is a new Life Sciences company which has developed unique products for use in single cell analysis and characterisation and provides collaborative R&D services in this area.
CinCor Pharma
Series B in 2021
CinCor Pharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, established in 2018. The company is dedicated to developing clinical candidates targeting cardiovascular, metabolic, and kidney diseases. Its primary focus is on CIN-107, an aldosterone synthase inhibitor aimed at treating resistant hypertension and primary aldosteronism. CinCor Pharma's mission is to advance its promising clinical candidates toward marketing approval, emphasizing the development of innovative therapies for patients suffering from cardio-renal conditions.
iOmx Therapeutics
Series B in 2021
iOmx Therapeutics AG is a Munich-based company specializing in immuno-oncology target discovery and drug development. The firm focuses on creating innovative cancer therapeutics that target novel immune checkpoint modulators present on tumor cells. By employing a systematic screening approach of human tumor cells, iOmx Therapeutics has identified several new targets and examined their mechanisms of action. The company's foundation is built upon the principles of cancer immune-checkpoint therapy, which aims to overcome the resistance mechanisms that tumors utilize to evade immune attacks. These resistance mechanisms often involve specific cell surface molecules that activate immune-inhibitory receptors on T cells. By neutralizing these negative interactions, iOmx Therapeutics seeks to reactivate the host immune response, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of cancer treatments.
Artios Pharma
Series C in 2021
Artios Pharma Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments targeting DNA damage response (DDR) pathways. Founded in 2015, the company is dedicated to creating first-in-class therapies aimed at selectively killing cancer cells. Artios's product pipeline features several promising programs, including a focus on DNA polymerase theta (Polθ), which plays a crucial role in DNA repair processes. Additionally, the company is advancing an in-licensed program that targets a newly identified protein linked to DDR and is developing a novel treatment aimed at DNA nucleases involved in these pathways. Artios collaborates with Cancer Research Technology and prominent DNA repair researchers globally to enhance its research and development efforts.
Muna Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
Muna Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing therapies aimed at slowing or halting the progression of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Frontotemporal Dementia, and Multiple Sclerosis. The company is dedicated to identifying new medicines that preserve cognitive function and enhance resilience against these debilitating conditions, thereby providing individuals affected by neurodegenerative diseases with access to effective treatment options. Through its innovative approach, Muna Therapeutics strives to improve the quality of life for those suffering from these challenging disorders.
Alia Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2021
Alia Therapeutics focuses on developing advanced gene-editing medicines aimed at curing rare genetic diseases. The company employs innovative CRISPR-based genome editing tools to target and correct inborn genetic errors directly within patients' cells. By utilizing these unique therapeutic approaches, Alia Therapeutics seeks to address genetic disorders at their source, providing healthcare professionals with the means to modify genomes effectively. Additionally, the company emphasizes safe and efficient delivery mechanisms to ensure the targeted treatment of affected cells.
Mnemo Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
Mnemo Therapeutics is a biotechnology firm focused on developing immune-based therapies, particularly cell therapies, aimed at treating solid tumors and blood cancers. The company utilizes its EnfiniT platform, a drug discovery engine that harnesses a unique class of antigens and various technologies to target tumorous epitopes prevalent in multiple cancer types. By leveraging epigenetic variation and CAR-T precision genetic engineering, Mnemo Therapeutics strives to create accessible allogeneic treatments that offer effective solutions for patients facing these challenging diseases.
Mainstay Medical
Private Equity Round in 2021
Mainstay Medical is a global medical device company based in Dublin, Ireland, with operations in the United States and Australia. The company focuses on developing innovative therapies for individuals suffering from chronic low back pain, a condition that affects a significant portion of the population. Mainstay Medical has created a FDA-approved restorative treatment aimed at addressing mechanical chronic low back pain. This treatment is designed to help restore muscle control and enhance functionality in the lumbar spine, ultimately improving the quality of life for patients. By collaborating with scientists and clinical experts, Mainstay Medical strives to provide effective solutions for those in need of relief from debilitating pain.
CorWave
Series C in 2021
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.
Catamaran Bio
Series A in 2020
Catamaran Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing allogeneic immune cell therapies, specifically CAR-NK cell therapies, aimed at treating solid tumors and other cancers. The company utilizes its Tailwind platform to engineer, expand, and process natural killer (NK) cells into off-the-shelf therapeutic products that can address significant unmet medical needs. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Catamaran Bio is committed to providing transformative treatments through genetic engineering of NK cells, enabling easier access for medical practitioners and patients in need of effective cancer therapies.
Pixium Vision
Post in 2020
Pixium Vision SA is a bioelectronics company based in Paris, France, focused on developing innovative retinal implant systems to restore vision for individuals who have lost sight due to degeneration of photoreceptor cells in the retina. Established in 2011, Pixium Vision's primary product is the PRIMA System, a bionic vision system designed to improve visual perception and promote greater independence among users. The company is advancing several devices, including the IRIS1, currently undergoing clinical trials, and the next-generation IRIS2, which aims to enhance visual acuity. Additionally, Pixium is working on the IRIS3, a sub-retinal implant that promises further improvements in vision. The company collaborates with prestigious institutions such as Stanford University, Moorfields Eye Hospital, and the Institut de la Vision, utilizing cutting-edge research in neural processing and micro-electronics to drive its innovations. Pixium Vision is supported by a consortium of prominent European venture capital firms.
NodThera
Series B in 2020
NodThera Limited is a biotechnology company based in Little Chesterford, United Kingdom, with additional facilities in Seattle, Washington, and Lexington, Massachusetts. Established in 2016, the company specializes in researching and developing novel inhibitors of the NLRP3 inflammasome to address various inflammatory and neuroinflammatory diseases. NodThera's drug development portfolio includes a range of potent and selective inhibitors aimed at reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines, which are crucial contributors to chronic inflammation. The company's focus encompasses treatments for conditions such as arthritis, atherosclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and certain cancers, ultimately enabling healthcare professionals to manage these chronic diseases more effectively.
Genespire
Series A in 2020
Genespire is a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing gene therapies for individuals suffering from genetic disorders, with a specific emphasis on primary immunodeficiencies and inherited metabolic diseases. The company specializes in developing innovative therapies that utilize integration-defective lentiviral vectors combined with gene editing techniques. This approach allows for the precise and effective insertion of therapeutic genes into blood cells, providing patients with a range of tailored treatment options suitable for their unique conditions. Genespire's mission is to transform the lives of patients affected by severe genetic diseases through cutting-edge therapeutic solutions.
RefleXion Medical
Series D in 2020
RefleXion Medical Inc. is a medical equipment company specializing in the development of biologically-guided radiotherapy systems for cancer treatment. Its flagship innovation, the RefleXion X1 machine, is designed to deliver advanced radiation therapies such as stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). The company's biologically-guided radiotherapy (BgRT) technology utilizes positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging data to allow tumors to continuously signal their location during treatment, enabling the possibility of treating multiple tumors in a single session, especially in cases of metastasized cancers. This real-time adaptation to the biological characteristics of tumors represents a significant advancement in radiation oncology. RefleXion Medical, incorporated in 2009 and based in Hayward, California, has established strategic partnerships with Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited and HealthMyne Inc. to further its mission in cancer treatment innovation.
Redx Pharma
Post in 2020
Redx Pharma is a UK-based biotechnology company founded in 2010, specializing in drug discovery and development for oncology and fibrotic diseases. The company focuses on creating novel small molecule drugs aimed at addressing significant unmet medical needs. Its product pipeline includes several promising candidates such as RXC004, a porcupine inhibitor in Phase I clinical development for various cancers; ROCK2, targeting diabetic nephropathy and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis; and RXC005, a reversible inhibitor of Bruton’s tyrosine kinase. Additionally, Redx Pharma collaborates with global pharmaceutical companies, including a research partnership with Jazz Pharmaceuticals to explore drug candidates targeting the Ras/Raf/MAP kinase pathway. The company operates through subsidiaries dedicated to oncology, anti-infectives, and immunology, generating revenue from scientific programs and research collaborations.
Inventiva Pharma
Post in 2020
Inventiva Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in France, dedicated to developing oral small molecule therapies for patients with significant unmet medical needs, particularly in fibrosis, lysosomal storage disorders, and oncology. The company specializes in drugs that target nuclear receptors, transcription factors, and epigenetic modulation. Its primary product candidate, lanifibranor, is being developed for the treatment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a condition currently lacking approved therapies. Inventiva has established a robust pipeline supported by a proprietary discovery engine, a dedicated research and development facility, and a skilled team with extensive experience in drug development. In addition to advancing lanifibranor, the company is also working on several earlier-stage programs aimed at addressing various medical conditions. All operations are conducted in France.
Chroma Medicine
Seed Round in 2020
Chroma Medicine is a genomic medicine company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2021. The company focuses on epigenetic editing, aiming to revolutionize the treatment of genetically driven diseases. By utilizing epigenetics, which is nature's inherent mechanism for regulating genes, Chroma Medicine develops programmable epigenetic editors that target specific genes and control chromatin conformation. This innovative approach combines a DNA binding domain with epigenetic effector domains, providing medical practitioners with a new class of therapeutics that offers enhanced control over gene expression.
Inventiva Pharma
Post in 2019
Inventiva Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in France, dedicated to developing oral small molecule therapies for patients with significant unmet medical needs, particularly in fibrosis, lysosomal storage disorders, and oncology. The company specializes in drugs that target nuclear receptors, transcription factors, and epigenetic modulation. Its primary product candidate, lanifibranor, is being developed for the treatment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a condition currently lacking approved therapies. Inventiva has established a robust pipeline supported by a proprietary discovery engine, a dedicated research and development facility, and a skilled team with extensive experience in drug development. In addition to advancing lanifibranor, the company is also working on several earlier-stage programs aimed at addressing various medical conditions. All operations are conducted in France.
Abivax
Post in 2019
Abivax is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in France that develops therapeutics aimed at harnessing the body's natural immune response to treat autoimmune diseases, viral infections, and cancer. The company is currently evaluating its drug candidate, obefazimod, in Phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. Abivax focuses on addressing significant unmet medical needs in chronic inflammatory diseases, particularly inflammatory bowel diseases, which include ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Through its innovative drug development platforms, Abivax aims to provide novel and effective treatment options for patients suffering from these conditions.
May Health
Series A in 2019
May Health specializes in developing innovative solutions for infertility related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). The company offers a minimally invasive procedure aimed at restoring ovulation in women with PCOS, providing a more natural approach to pregnancy. This one-time treatment is performed transvaginally under ultrasound guidance, eliminating the need for general anesthesia. The procedure is designed to assist the body's natural ovulation process and can be conducted in a clinical setting, similar to techniques used by fertility specialists in in vitro fertilization (IVF). May Health's focus is on delivering effective, durable solutions for patients seeking to conceive while minimizing the medicalization of the pregnancy experience.
Microphyt
Venture Round in 2019
Microphyt specializes in the research, development, production, and marketing of natural algae-based products aimed at enhancing health and wellness. The company focuses on creating bioactive dietary supplements that support weight loss and brain health. Utilizing an industrial-scale supply of microalgae biomass and extracts, Microphyt ensures the preservation of cell integrity while producing commercial quantities of slow-growing or biofilm-forming species. This approach enables the healthcare industry to effectively meet the demands of personal care and food products, positioning Microphyt as a key player in the market for natural health solutions.
Comet Therapeutics
Series A in 2019
CoEnzyme is a developer of therapies designed to treat orphan neurological disorders. The company develops a treatment to restore dysregulated CoEnzyme A metabolism through its CoEnzyme metabolism platform, enabling physicians to address the profound unmet medical needs.
CinCor Pharma
Series A in 2019
CinCor Pharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, established in 2018. The company is dedicated to developing clinical candidates targeting cardiovascular, metabolic, and kidney diseases. Its primary focus is on CIN-107, an aldosterone synthase inhibitor aimed at treating resistant hypertension and primary aldosteronism. CinCor Pharma's mission is to advance its promising clinical candidates toward marketing approval, emphasizing the development of innovative therapies for patients suffering from cardio-renal conditions.
HighLife
Series B in 2019
HighLife is a medical technology company specializing in Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR) aimed at treating patients with mitral valve regurgitation. Co-founded in 2010 by Georg Börtlein, the company is developing a minimally invasive prosthetic mitral valve that can be implanted in a beating heart while preserving the native valve structure and surrounding anatomy. The innovative system allows for delivery through a transseptal passage via the femoral vein, enabling a reversible procedure that minimizes patient trauma during complex heart surgeries. HighLife's focus is on ensuring ease and safety of use, contributing to improved treatment outcomes for patients. The company's technology is currently undergoing clinical evaluation.
ShockWave Medical
Series D in 2018
ShockWave Medical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Santa Clara, California, focused on developing and commercializing intravascular lithotripsy technology to treat calcified plaque associated with peripheral vascular, coronary vascular, and heart valve diseases. The company offers a range of catheters, including M5 for above-the-knee peripheral artery disease, C2 for coronary artery disease, and S4 for below-the-knee peripheral artery disease. Its Lithoplasty™ technology utilizes sonic pressure waves to facilitate the treatment of rigid vascular and valvular lesions, allowing for improved angioplasty outcomes and reduced reliance on stents. This innovative approach enhances vessel preparation before procedures such as drug eluting balloon placement and trans-catheter aortic valve replacement. ShockWave Medical serves a diverse clientele, including interventional cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and interventional radiologists, through a network of sales representatives, managers, and distributors across the United States and Europe. Incorporated in 2009, the company is committed to transforming cardiovascular care and improving patient outcomes.
NodThera
Series A in 2018
NodThera Limited is a biotechnology company based in Little Chesterford, United Kingdom, with additional facilities in Seattle, Washington, and Lexington, Massachusetts. Established in 2016, the company specializes in researching and developing novel inhibitors of the NLRP3 inflammasome to address various inflammatory and neuroinflammatory diseases. NodThera's drug development portfolio includes a range of potent and selective inhibitors aimed at reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines, which are crucial contributors to chronic inflammation. The company's focus encompasses treatments for conditions such as arthritis, atherosclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and certain cancers, ultimately enabling healthcare professionals to manage these chronic diseases more effectively.
Castle Biosciences
Venture Round in 2018
Castle Biosciences, Inc. is a commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing diagnostic and prognostic tests for dermatological cancers. The company's lead product, DecisionDx-Melanoma, is a multi-gene expression profile test designed to identify stage I and II melanoma patients at high risk of metastasis by analyzing biological information from 31 genes in tumor tissue. In addition, Castle Biosciences offers the DecisionDx-UM test, which predicts metastasis risk in uveal melanoma patients, and is developing two late-stage products targeting cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and suspicious pigmented lesions. The company's tests provide personalized, clinically actionable genomic information to assist physicians and patients in making informed treatment decisions. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Friendswood, Texas, Castle Biosciences aims to significantly impact cancer diagnosis and management through its innovative diagnostic solutions.
Biosyntia
Series A in 2018
Biosyntia ApS is a biotechnology company based in Hørsholm, Denmark, specializing in the development of biocatalysts for the fermentation of fine chemicals. Established in 2012, the company leverages innovative high-throughput screening technology to create tailored processes that facilitate the efficient production of complex chemical compounds, including flavors, fragrances, active pharmaceutical ingredients, pigments, and additives. By utilizing biocatalysis, Biosyntia aims to significantly reduce production costs and environmental impact compared to traditional chemical synthesis methods. The company collaborates with manufacturers to promote sustainable manufacturing processes, contributing to a greener future in the chemical industry.
EryDel
Series B in 2018
EryDel, based in Urbino, has developed a patented technology for drug delivery using red blood cells (erythrocytes). This innovative approach allows for the efficient loading of various therapeutic agents, including drugs and proteins, into red blood cells, enabling their gradual release within the patient's body. This method enhances treatment efficacy while minimizing side effects, particularly beneficial for chronic conditions that typically require daily medication. EryDel's solution has been tested in patients with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. The company offers comprehensive support for the drug delivery process, including a specialized device called the "Red Cell Loader" and disposable kits. Additionally, EryDel is focused on automating blood processing at the point of care, leveraging the unique properties of erythrocytes to facilitate the treatment of various rare diseases.
LimFlow
Series C in 2018
LimFlow System is approved for sale in markets regulated by the CE Mark. Investigational device in the United States. Limited by U.S. federal law to investigational use only in the U.S. LimFlow is a game-changing technology that enables clinicians to bring new hope to end-stage chronic limb ischemia (CLI) patients, when all other revascularization efforts have been exhausted. By restoring perfusion to the ischemic foot through a completely novel, percutaneous procedure, the LimFlow System can relieve ischemic pain, promote wound healing, reduce amputations and restore mobility for patients when used as part of a multi-disciplinary team approach.
Inventiva Pharma
Post in 2018
Inventiva Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in France, dedicated to developing oral small molecule therapies for patients with significant unmet medical needs, particularly in fibrosis, lysosomal storage disorders, and oncology. The company specializes in drugs that target nuclear receptors, transcription factors, and epigenetic modulation. Its primary product candidate, lanifibranor, is being developed for the treatment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a condition currently lacking approved therapies. Inventiva has established a robust pipeline supported by a proprietary discovery engine, a dedicated research and development facility, and a skilled team with extensive experience in drug development. In addition to advancing lanifibranor, the company is also working on several earlier-stage programs aimed at addressing various medical conditions. All operations are conducted in France.
RefleXion Medical
Series C in 2018
RefleXion Medical Inc. is a medical equipment company specializing in the development of biologically-guided radiotherapy systems for cancer treatment. Its flagship innovation, the RefleXion X1 machine, is designed to deliver advanced radiation therapies such as stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). The company's biologically-guided radiotherapy (BgRT) technology utilizes positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging data to allow tumors to continuously signal their location during treatment, enabling the possibility of treating multiple tumors in a single session, especially in cases of metastasized cancers. This real-time adaptation to the biological characteristics of tumors represents a significant advancement in radiation oncology. RefleXion Medical, incorporated in 2009 and based in Hayward, California, has established strategic partnerships with Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited and HealthMyne Inc. to further its mission in cancer treatment innovation.
Mainstay Medical
Post in 2018
Mainstay Medical is a global medical device company based in Dublin, Ireland, with operations in the United States and Australia. The company focuses on developing innovative therapies for individuals suffering from chronic low back pain, a condition that affects a significant portion of the population. Mainstay Medical has created a FDA-approved restorative treatment aimed at addressing mechanical chronic low back pain. This treatment is designed to help restore muscle control and enhance functionality in the lumbar spine, ultimately improving the quality of life for patients. By collaborating with scientists and clinical experts, Mainstay Medical strives to provide effective solutions for those in need of relief from debilitating pain.
Mironid
Venture Round in 2018
Mironid Limited is a drug discovery company based in Newhouse, United Kingdom, focused on developing targeted therapies for degenerative kidney diseases, chronic inflammatory diseases, and cancer. Established in 2014, Mironid specializes in creating novel drug candidate molecules by modulating the activity of key cell signaling proteins. Its drug discovery pipeline includes innovative compounds aimed at treating chronic inflammatory diseases and degenerative kidney diseases. The company employs a unique Physiology Mirroring Approach, designing assays that replicate the conformation and environment of drug targets as found in living cells. By focusing on unmet medical needs, Mironid aims to advance its drug development programs, particularly those targeting cAMP-degrading phosphodiesterase enzymes, ultimately striving to deliver effective and differentiated therapies to market.
Hookipa Pharma
Series C in 2017
Hookipa Pharma Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing immunotherapeutics for infectious diseases and cancers using its proprietary arenavirus platform. The company’s lead product candidate for infectious diseases, HB-101, is currently undergoing a randomized double-blinded Phase II clinical trial for patients awaiting kidney transplants from cytomegalovirus-positive donors. In oncology, Hookipa is advancing its candidates HB-201 and HB-202, which target human papillomavirus-positive cancers and are in preclinical studies. The company employs its innovative VaxWave and TheraT platforms to stimulate robust immune responses, generating high levels of antigen-specific killer T cells and antibodies, which are essential for effective treatment. Additionally, Hookipa has partnered with Gilead Sciences to develop therapies aimed at achieving functional cures for chronic hepatitis B and HIV infections. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, Hookipa Pharma is dedicated to transforming the landscape of immune therapies.
HighLife
Series A in 2017
HighLife is a medical technology company specializing in Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR) aimed at treating patients with mitral valve regurgitation. Co-founded in 2010 by Georg Börtlein, the company is developing a minimally invasive prosthetic mitral valve that can be implanted in a beating heart while preserving the native valve structure and surrounding anatomy. The innovative system allows for delivery through a transseptal passage via the femoral vein, enabling a reversible procedure that minimizes patient trauma during complex heart surgeries. HighLife's focus is on ensuring ease and safety of use, contributing to improved treatment outcomes for patients. The company's technology is currently undergoing clinical evaluation.
Breath Therapeutics
Series A in 2017
Breath Therapeutics GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, with an additional office in Menlo Park, California, specializes in the development of drug-aerosol therapeutics aimed at treating bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome and other severe respiratory diseases. Founded in 2016, the company operates as a subsidiary of Zambon S.p.A. Breath Therapeutics focuses on innovative inhalation therapies that combine novel formulations of existing drugs with advanced inhalation technology, specifically targeting rare respiratory conditions with significant unmet medical needs. Their product offerings include a liposomal formulation of cyclosporine A for inhalation, delivered via a high-performance nebulizer that enhances drug concentration in the lungs while reducing systemic exposure. This approach aims to improve treatment efficacy and safety for patients suffering from life-threatening pulmonary diseases.
Hookipa Pharma
Series B in 2016
Hookipa Pharma Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing immunotherapeutics for infectious diseases and cancers using its proprietary arenavirus platform. The company’s lead product candidate for infectious diseases, HB-101, is currently undergoing a randomized double-blinded Phase II clinical trial for patients awaiting kidney transplants from cytomegalovirus-positive donors. In oncology, Hookipa is advancing its candidates HB-201 and HB-202, which target human papillomavirus-positive cancers and are in preclinical studies. The company employs its innovative VaxWave and TheraT platforms to stimulate robust immune responses, generating high levels of antigen-specific killer T cells and antibodies, which are essential for effective treatment. Additionally, Hookipa has partnered with Gilead Sciences to develop therapies aimed at achieving functional cures for chronic hepatitis B and HIV infections. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, Hookipa Pharma is dedicated to transforming the landscape of immune therapies.
ShockWave Medical
Series C in 2016
ShockWave Medical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Santa Clara, California, focused on developing and commercializing intravascular lithotripsy technology to treat calcified plaque associated with peripheral vascular, coronary vascular, and heart valve diseases. The company offers a range of catheters, including M5 for above-the-knee peripheral artery disease, C2 for coronary artery disease, and S4 for below-the-knee peripheral artery disease. Its Lithoplasty™ technology utilizes sonic pressure waves to facilitate the treatment of rigid vascular and valvular lesions, allowing for improved angioplasty outcomes and reduced reliance on stents. This innovative approach enhances vessel preparation before procedures such as drug eluting balloon placement and trans-catheter aortic valve replacement. ShockWave Medical serves a diverse clientele, including interventional cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and interventional radiologists, through a network of sales representatives, managers, and distributors across the United States and Europe. Incorporated in 2009, the company is committed to transforming cardiovascular care and improving patient outcomes.
CorWave
Series B in 2016
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.
MD Start
Venture Round in 2016
MD Start is an incubator and fund dedicated to medical technologies. MD Start creates, develops, and operates medical projects, turning them into new companies with both strategic and hands-on approaches, in order to bring them to investment stage and commercial development.
iOmx Therapeutics
Series A in 2016
iOmx Therapeutics AG is a Munich-based company specializing in immuno-oncology target discovery and drug development. The firm focuses on creating innovative cancer therapeutics that target novel immune checkpoint modulators present on tumor cells. By employing a systematic screening approach of human tumor cells, iOmx Therapeutics has identified several new targets and examined their mechanisms of action. The company's foundation is built upon the principles of cancer immune-checkpoint therapy, which aims to overcome the resistance mechanisms that tumors utilize to evade immune attacks. These resistance mechanisms often involve specific cell surface molecules that activate immune-inhibitory receptors on T cells. By neutralizing these negative interactions, iOmx Therapeutics seeks to reactivate the host immune response, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of cancer treatments.
RefleXion Medical
Series B in 2016
RefleXion Medical Inc. is a medical equipment company specializing in the development of biologically-guided radiotherapy systems for cancer treatment. Its flagship innovation, the RefleXion X1 machine, is designed to deliver advanced radiation therapies such as stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). The company's biologically-guided radiotherapy (BgRT) technology utilizes positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging data to allow tumors to continuously signal their location during treatment, enabling the possibility of treating multiple tumors in a single session, especially in cases of metastasized cancers. This real-time adaptation to the biological characteristics of tumors represents a significant advancement in radiation oncology. RefleXion Medical, incorporated in 2009 and based in Hayward, California, has established strategic partnerships with Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited and HealthMyne Inc. to further its mission in cancer treatment innovation.
ENYO Pharma
Series A in 2016
ENYO Pharma SA is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Lyon, France, that focuses on the discovery and development of innovative treatments for acute and chronic viral infections. Established in 2014 by a team of scientists from the Infectiology Research Center, the company utilizes a proprietary platform to identify intracellular therapeutic targets and develop small molecule therapeutics. ENYO Pharma's research primarily targets significant human infecting viruses, with current programs aimed at treating chronic hepatitis B and severe influenza. The company's pipeline includes a lead compound, EYP001, which modulates FXR to reduce the cccDNA reservoir and inhibit the expression of viral proteins, along with EYP002, which is in preclinical studies. With an emphasis on addressing unmet medical needs in infectious diseases and metabolic disorders, ENYO Pharma has established collaborations with prominent research institutions to enhance its drug development efforts.
ObsEva
Series B in 2015
ObsEva SA is a Swiss-based, speciality biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of innovative drugs for women's reproductive medicine. ObsEva's main focus is on therapies for preterm labor. ObsEva was founded in November 2012, by Ernest Loumaye MD, PhD and André Chollet PhD. Ernest Loumaye is a specialist in female reproductive medicine with 20 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. Ernest Loumaye was previously Co-Founder and CEO of PregLem SA, a successful biopharmaceutical company which was acquired by Gedeon Richter in 2010. André Chollet is specialist in medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry with more than 30 years of experience in diverse positions in the biopharmaceutical industry, including in Biogen, GSK and Merck Serono. André Chollet was responsible for the preterm labor program at Serono before the acquisition of the company by Merck KGaA.
Asceneuron
Series A in 2015
Asceneuron develops effective therapeutics for orphan tauopathies and Alzheimer’s disease. By focusing on areas of high unmet medical need, Asceneuron aspires to become a leading biotech company specialized in small molecule drug discovery for neurodegenerative diseases. Tauopathies are currently untreatable neurodegenerative diseases that rapidly progress towards debilitating conditions. The appearance of deposits of the microtubule-associated tau protein as e.g. neurofibrillary tangles in neurons of the brain is a common feature of tauopathies that is shared with Alzheimer’s disease. Neuronal tau deposits are known to be a major contributor to neurodegeneration and mutations in the tau gene are causative of the tauopathy fronto-temporal dementia and parkinsonism linked to chromosome 17 (FTDP-17). Due to increasing life expectancy, Alzheimer’s disease is viewed as one of the largest healthcare problems of this century, imposing a major economic burden on societies in the Western and developing world. Current treatment options provide limited benefits supporting the urgent need for more efficacious and better tolerated medicines that address symptomatic relief as well as disease progression.
ShockWave Medical
Series B in 2015
ShockWave Medical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Santa Clara, California, focused on developing and commercializing intravascular lithotripsy technology to treat calcified plaque associated with peripheral vascular, coronary vascular, and heart valve diseases. The company offers a range of catheters, including M5 for above-the-knee peripheral artery disease, C2 for coronary artery disease, and S4 for below-the-knee peripheral artery disease. Its Lithoplasty™ technology utilizes sonic pressure waves to facilitate the treatment of rigid vascular and valvular lesions, allowing for improved angioplasty outcomes and reduced reliance on stents. This innovative approach enhances vessel preparation before procedures such as drug eluting balloon placement and trans-catheter aortic valve replacement. ShockWave Medical serves a diverse clientele, including interventional cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and interventional radiologists, through a network of sales representatives, managers, and distributors across the United States and Europe. Incorporated in 2009, the company is committed to transforming cardiovascular care and improving patient outcomes.
RefleXion Medical
Series A in 2014
RefleXion Medical Inc. is a medical equipment company specializing in the development of biologically-guided radiotherapy systems for cancer treatment. Its flagship innovation, the RefleXion X1 machine, is designed to deliver advanced radiation therapies such as stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). The company's biologically-guided radiotherapy (BgRT) technology utilizes positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging data to allow tumors to continuously signal their location during treatment, enabling the possibility of treating multiple tumors in a single session, especially in cases of metastasized cancers. This real-time adaptation to the biological characteristics of tumors represents a significant advancement in radiation oncology. RefleXion Medical, incorporated in 2009 and based in Hayward, California, has established strategic partnerships with Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited and HealthMyne Inc. to further its mission in cancer treatment innovation.
ProQR Therapeutics
Series A in 2014
ProQR Therapeutics N.V. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Leiden, the Netherlands, focused on the discovery and development of RNA-based therapeutics for genetic disorders. The company is advancing several product candidates, including sepofarsen, which is in phase II/III clinical trials for Leber's congenital amaurosis 10, and QR-421a, currently in phase 1/2 trials for Usher syndrome type 2 and non-syndromic retinitis pigmentosa. Additionally, QR-1123 is in phase 1/2 trials for autosomal dominant retinitis pigmentosa, while QR-504a has commenced its first clinical trial for Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy. ProQR has established collaborations with leading medical and research institutions, including General Hospital Corporation and Radboud University Medical Center. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to developing innovative treatments for patients with severe genetic rare diseases.
ShockWave Medical
Series A in 2014
ShockWave Medical, Inc. is a medical device company based in Santa Clara, California, focused on developing and commercializing intravascular lithotripsy technology to treat calcified plaque associated with peripheral vascular, coronary vascular, and heart valve diseases. The company offers a range of catheters, including M5 for above-the-knee peripheral artery disease, C2 for coronary artery disease, and S4 for below-the-knee peripheral artery disease. Its Lithoplasty™ technology utilizes sonic pressure waves to facilitate the treatment of rigid vascular and valvular lesions, allowing for improved angioplasty outcomes and reduced reliance on stents. This innovative approach enhances vessel preparation before procedures such as drug eluting balloon placement and trans-catheter aortic valve replacement. ShockWave Medical serves a diverse clientele, including interventional cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and interventional radiologists, through a network of sales representatives, managers, and distributors across the United States and Europe. Incorporated in 2009, the company is committed to transforming cardiovascular care and improving patient outcomes.
Pixium Vision
Series A in 2013
Pixium Vision SA is a bioelectronics company based in Paris, France, focused on developing innovative retinal implant systems to restore vision for individuals who have lost sight due to degeneration of photoreceptor cells in the retina. Established in 2011, Pixium Vision's primary product is the PRIMA System, a bionic vision system designed to improve visual perception and promote greater independence among users. The company is advancing several devices, including the IRIS1, currently undergoing clinical trials, and the next-generation IRIS2, which aims to enhance visual acuity. Additionally, Pixium is working on the IRIS3, a sub-retinal implant that promises further improvements in vision. The company collaborates with prestigious institutions such as Stanford University, Moorfields Eye Hospital, and the Institut de la Vision, utilizing cutting-edge research in neural processing and micro-electronics to drive its innovations. Pixium Vision is supported by a consortium of prominent European venture capital firms.
Hookipa Pharma
Series B in 2013
Hookipa Pharma Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing immunotherapeutics for infectious diseases and cancers using its proprietary arenavirus platform. The company’s lead product candidate for infectious diseases, HB-101, is currently undergoing a randomized double-blinded Phase II clinical trial for patients awaiting kidney transplants from cytomegalovirus-positive donors. In oncology, Hookipa is advancing its candidates HB-201 and HB-202, which target human papillomavirus-positive cancers and are in preclinical studies. The company employs its innovative VaxWave and TheraT platforms to stimulate robust immune responses, generating high levels of antigen-specific killer T cells and antibodies, which are essential for effective treatment. Additionally, Hookipa has partnered with Gilead Sciences to develop therapies aimed at achieving functional cures for chronic hepatitis B and HIV infections. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, Hookipa Pharma is dedicated to transforming the landscape of immune therapies.
Entourage Medical Technologies
Venture Round in 2013
Entourage Medical Technologies is a biotech developing left ventricular access and closure devices for structural heart intervention.
ProQR Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2013
ProQR Therapeutics N.V. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Leiden, the Netherlands, focused on the discovery and development of RNA-based therapeutics for genetic disorders. The company is advancing several product candidates, including sepofarsen, which is in phase II/III clinical trials for Leber's congenital amaurosis 10, and QR-421a, currently in phase 1/2 trials for Usher syndrome type 2 and non-syndromic retinitis pigmentosa. Additionally, QR-1123 is in phase 1/2 trials for autosomal dominant retinitis pigmentosa, while QR-504a has commenced its first clinical trial for Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy. ProQR has established collaborations with leading medical and research institutions, including General Hospital Corporation and Radboud University Medical Center. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to developing innovative treatments for patients with severe genetic rare diseases.
Flexion Therapeutics
Series B in 2012
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Burlington, Massachusetts, dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapies for musculoskeletal conditions, particularly osteoarthritis. The company offers ZILRETTA, an intra-articular injection designed to manage knee pain associated with osteoarthritis in the United States. Additionally, Flexion is developing FX201, a gene therapy aimed at stimulating the production of an anti-inflammatory protein to provide pain relief, and FX301, a NaV1.7 inhibitor intended for post-operative pain management. Founded in 2007, Flexion Therapeutics collaborates with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to advance its drug candidates through clinical proof of concept and beyond, thereby enhancing their partners' portfolios while sharing expertise and risk.
Hookipa Pharma
Series A in 2011
Hookipa Pharma Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing immunotherapeutics for infectious diseases and cancers using its proprietary arenavirus platform. The company’s lead product candidate for infectious diseases, HB-101, is currently undergoing a randomized double-blinded Phase II clinical trial for patients awaiting kidney transplants from cytomegalovirus-positive donors. In oncology, Hookipa is advancing its candidates HB-201 and HB-202, which target human papillomavirus-positive cancers and are in preclinical studies. The company employs its innovative VaxWave and TheraT platforms to stimulate robust immune responses, generating high levels of antigen-specific killer T cells and antibodies, which are essential for effective treatment. Additionally, Hookipa has partnered with Gilead Sciences to develop therapies aimed at achieving functional cures for chronic hepatitis B and HIV infections. Founded in 2011 and based in New York, Hookipa Pharma is dedicated to transforming the landscape of immune therapies.
Creabilis
Series B in 2011
Creabilis is a European specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative treatments for dermatological and inflammatory diseases. The company has a strong emphasis on addressing significant unmet medical needs in skin disorders, which presents high commercial potential. Its most advanced product is CT327, a topical treatment aimed at chronic pruritus, which is set to enter Phase II clinical trials. Creabilis also aims to establish a pruritus franchise around CT327 and another candidate, CT340, both developed using its proprietary Low Systemic Exposure platform technology. Additionally, Creabilis has a robust pipeline of clinical and pre-clinical drug candidates generated from its extensive research in dermatology.
ABIONYX Pharma
Series C in 2010
ABIONYX Pharma SA is a biopharmaceutical company based in Labege, France, specializing in the discovery and development of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) therapies aimed at treating cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. The company is advancing a portfolio of HDL therapies, including CER-001, which is in Phase II clinical trials and is designed to mimic the properties of pre-beta HDL for patients with post-acute coronary syndrome and familial primary hypoalphalipoproteinemia. Additionally, ABIONYX is developing CER-209, a candidate in Phase I trials for metabolic diseases affecting the liver, as well as atherosclerosis and non-alcoholic steato-hepatitis. The company also focuses on innovative therapies for various conditions, including renal and ophthalmological diseases, and possesses a targeted drug delivery platform for oncology applications. Formerly known as Cerenis Therapeutics, ABIONYX Pharma rebranded in August 2019, continuing its commitment to addressing unmet medical needs.
Mainstay Medical
Series A in 2010
Mainstay Medical is a global medical device company based in Dublin, Ireland, with operations in the United States and Australia. The company focuses on developing innovative therapies for individuals suffering from chronic low back pain, a condition that affects a significant portion of the population. Mainstay Medical has created a FDA-approved restorative treatment aimed at addressing mechanical chronic low back pain. This treatment is designed to help restore muscle control and enhance functionality in the lumbar spine, ultimately improving the quality of life for patients. By collaborating with scientists and clinical experts, Mainstay Medical strives to provide effective solutions for those in need of relief from debilitating pain.
Sensitive Object
Series B in 2009
Sensitive Object SA specializes in the development of electronic products that enhance touch interface technology across various sectors. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Boulogne Billancourt, France, the company offers solutions for consumer electronics, computing, outdoor interactive applications, home automation, healthcare, industrial control, and digital advertising. Its product range includes touch screens, peripherals, and control panels, catering to diverse industry needs. Sensitive Object also maintains operations in Paris and Singapore, further expanding its reach in the global market.
Flexion Therapeutics
Series A in 2009
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Burlington, Massachusetts, dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapies for musculoskeletal conditions, particularly osteoarthritis. The company offers ZILRETTA, an intra-articular injection designed to manage knee pain associated with osteoarthritis in the United States. Additionally, Flexion is developing FX201, a gene therapy aimed at stimulating the production of an anti-inflammatory protein to provide pain relief, and FX301, a NaV1.7 inhibitor intended for post-operative pain management. Founded in 2007, Flexion Therapeutics collaborates with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to advance its drug candidates through clinical proof of concept and beyond, thereby enhancing their partners' portfolios while sharing expertise and risk.
Creabilis
Series A in 2008
Creabilis is a European specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative treatments for dermatological and inflammatory diseases. The company has a strong emphasis on addressing significant unmet medical needs in skin disorders, which presents high commercial potential. Its most advanced product is CT327, a topical treatment aimed at chronic pruritus, which is set to enter Phase II clinical trials. Creabilis also aims to establish a pruritus franchise around CT327 and another candidate, CT340, both developed using its proprietary Low Systemic Exposure platform technology. Additionally, Creabilis has a robust pipeline of clinical and pre-clinical drug candidates generated from its extensive research in dermatology.
Stentys
Series A in 2008
Stentys S.A. is a medical device company focused on designing, developing, and marketing self-expanding stents for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, particularly in cases of acute myocardial infarction and other complex coronary conditions. The company offers a range of products, including xpositions, mistent, stentys btk, stentys ac, and stentys stent. Stentys operates in various regions, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, aiming to provide innovative solutions to enhance patient outcomes in cardiovascular care.
Ascendis Pharma
Series A in 2007
Ascendis Pharma A/S is a biopharmaceutical company based in Hellerup, Denmark, focused on developing prodrug therapies to address unmet medical needs. Leveraging its innovative TransCon technology platform, the company aims to create superior prodrugs across various drug classes, including proteins, peptides, and small molecules. Its pipeline includes TransCon growth hormone, which has completed Phase III clinical trials for treating growth hormone deficiency in children, and TransCon parathyroid hormone, currently in Phase II trials for hypoparathyroidism. Additionally, TransCon CNP is in Phase II development for achondroplasia. Ascendis Pharma also explores preclinical studies in oncology and employs strategic collaborations to enhance its product development, aiming for systemic and localized drug delivery. The company primarily operates in North America, with additional activities in Europe and China.
Sequoia Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2007
Sequoia Pharmaceuticals is a private, venture-capital funded company founded in 2002. They are engaged in the discovery and development of novel antiviral therapeutics with a focus on combating drug-resistant HIV and HCV. They are also developing pharmacokinetic enhancers to improve the exposure of co-administered therapeutics.
Movetis
Series A in 2007
Movetis NV, a pharmaceutical company, focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of drugs for the treatment of diseases in the gastrointestinal (GI) area. Its products address GI disorders, such as severe chronic constipation, ascites, paediatric reflux, as well as severe forms of GI motility disorders, including refractory gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. The company's lead product, Resolor, is used for the symptomatic treatment of chronic constipation in women. Resolor is also tested for chronic constipation in males and children, as well as opioid-induced constipation and post operative ileus. Its products also include M0002, which is in Phase II trials to treat ascites, an accumulation of fluid caused by liver malfunction; and M0003 that is entering Phase II development for symptomatic treatment of heartburn and regurgitation in patient's refractory to PPIs, and pediatric reflux. In addition, the company also has two prioritized compounds out of its preclinical portfolio, M0014 and M0012, and two compound libraries. It has partnership agreements with the universities of Ghent, Leuven, and Rotterdam. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Turnhout, Belgium.
Stentys
Seed Round in 2007
Stentys S.A. is a medical device company focused on designing, developing, and marketing self-expanding stents for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, particularly in cases of acute myocardial infarction and other complex coronary conditions. The company offers a range of products, including xpositions, mistent, stentys btk, stentys ac, and stentys stent. Stentys operates in various regions, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, aiming to provide innovative solutions to enhance patient outcomes in cardiovascular care.
ABIONYX Pharma
Series B in 2006
ABIONYX Pharma SA is a biopharmaceutical company based in Labege, France, specializing in the discovery and development of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) therapies aimed at treating cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. The company is advancing a portfolio of HDL therapies, including CER-001, which is in Phase II clinical trials and is designed to mimic the properties of pre-beta HDL for patients with post-acute coronary syndrome and familial primary hypoalphalipoproteinemia. Additionally, ABIONYX is developing CER-209, a candidate in Phase I trials for metabolic diseases affecting the liver, as well as atherosclerosis and non-alcoholic steato-hepatitis. The company also focuses on innovative therapies for various conditions, including renal and ophthalmological diseases, and possesses a targeted drug delivery platform for oncology applications. Formerly known as Cerenis Therapeutics, ABIONYX Pharma rebranded in August 2019, continuing its commitment to addressing unmet medical needs.
Ablynx
Series C in 2006
Ablynx is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of Nanobodies®, a unique class of therapeutic proteins derived from single-domain antibody fragments. These innovative proteins are designed to address a variety of serious human diseases, including inflammation, hematology, oncology, and pulmonary conditions. Currently, Ablynx has around 25 projects in its pipeline, with five Nanobodies in clinical development. By combining the advantages of traditional antibodies and small chemical molecules, Ablynx aims to provide new therapeutic options that can significantly improve patient care and outcomes.
Lectus Therapeutics
Series A in 2006
Lectus Therapeutics Limited is a UK-based pharmaceutical company. Its mission is to build a development pipeline containing first-in-class ion channel therapeutics identified through the use of its proprietary proteomics technology for pain management and the treatment of urinary bladder disorders.
ABIONYX Pharma
Series A in 2005
ABIONYX Pharma SA is a biopharmaceutical company based in Labege, France, specializing in the discovery and development of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) therapies aimed at treating cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. The company is advancing a portfolio of HDL therapies, including CER-001, which is in Phase II clinical trials and is designed to mimic the properties of pre-beta HDL for patients with post-acute coronary syndrome and familial primary hypoalphalipoproteinemia. Additionally, ABIONYX is developing CER-209, a candidate in Phase I trials for metabolic diseases affecting the liver, as well as atherosclerosis and non-alcoholic steato-hepatitis. The company also focuses on innovative therapies for various conditions, including renal and ophthalmological diseases, and possesses a targeted drug delivery platform for oncology applications. Formerly known as Cerenis Therapeutics, ABIONYX Pharma rebranded in August 2019, continuing its commitment to addressing unmet medical needs.
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