Pureos Bioventures

Pureos Bioventures is a venture capital firm based in Zurich, Switzerland, focused on investing in private companies involved in innovative drug development. The firm emphasizes the next generation of biological drugs and novel drug formats, targeting advancements in the pharmaceutical sector. By concentrating on early-stage investments, Pureos Bioventures aims to support the growth of companies that are pioneering new therapeutic solutions.

Klaus Breiner

Managing Partner

Veronica Gambillara Fonck

Partner

Anne Grahl

Associate

Ian Metcalfe

Venture Partner

Ben Morgan

General Partner Board

Martin Munchbach

Managing Partner

Veronica Fonck Ph.D

Partner

Martin Muenchbach Ph.D

Managing Partner

Past deals in Switzerland

Alentis Therapeutics

Series C in 2023
Alentis Therapeutics AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, focused on developing novel treatments for advanced liver diseases. Founded in 2019, the company aims to address conditions such as liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer, particularly targeting Claudin-1 positive tumors and organ fibrosis. Alentis employs a research platform that utilizes clinically relevant readouts and single-cell RNA sequencing of patient liver tissues, enabling the development of effective therapies to combat fibrosis and reverse the progression of these diseases. Through its innovative approach, Alentis Therapeutics seeks to improve outcomes for patients suffering from severe liver-related health issues.

Engimmune Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2022
Engimmune Therapeutics is a platform and product development company using cutting-edge technologies in the life sciences engineering highly potent and specific therapies based on T cell receptors (TCR) targeting solid tumors.

Alentis Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Alentis Therapeutics AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, focused on developing novel treatments for advanced liver diseases. Founded in 2019, the company aims to address conditions such as liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer, particularly targeting Claudin-1 positive tumors and organ fibrosis. Alentis employs a research platform that utilizes clinically relevant readouts and single-cell RNA sequencing of patient liver tissues, enabling the development of effective therapies to combat fibrosis and reverse the progression of these diseases. Through its innovative approach, Alentis Therapeutics seeks to improve outcomes for patients suffering from severe liver-related health issues.

Araris

Seed Round in 2020
Araris Biotech AG is a biotechnology start-up based in Zurich, Switzerland, that specializes in developing antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) linker technology for targeted chemotherapy. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on creating a platform that facilitates the rapid production of high-quality ADCs without the need for extensive engineering of antibodies or cell lines. This approach allows for the direct use of "off-the-shelf" antibodies, enabling the site-specific modification of ADCs within days, while ensuring robust quality control and analysis. Araris' technology is designed to deliver potent drugs directly to cancer cells, minimizing exposure to healthy tissues and thereby improving safety and tolerability for patients. The company's innovative ADC technology is supported by two patents, underscoring its commitment to advancing anti-cancer treatment options.

Alentis Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
Alentis Therapeutics AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, focused on developing novel treatments for advanced liver diseases. Founded in 2019, the company aims to address conditions such as liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer, particularly targeting Claudin-1 positive tumors and organ fibrosis. Alentis employs a research platform that utilizes clinically relevant readouts and single-cell RNA sequencing of patient liver tissues, enabling the development of effective therapies to combat fibrosis and reverse the progression of these diseases. Through its innovative approach, Alentis Therapeutics seeks to improve outcomes for patients suffering from severe liver-related health issues.

NovaGo

Series A in 2019
NovaGo Therapeutics AG researches and develops human antibody therapeutics targeting cerebral stroke and spinal cord injury. The company’s products stimulate nerve repair and regeneration. Its products are recombinant human monoclonal antibodies targeting the nerve outgrowth inhibitor Nogo-A. The company has a strategic partnership with Neurimmune Holding AG. NovaGo Therapeutics AG was founded in 2015 and is based in Schlieren, Switzerland.
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