Merck Ventures

Merck Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2009, headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It focuses on investing in life science and healthcare companies, particularly in Germany and China. The firm typically invests between EUR 0.5 million and EUR 1 million per company. As the strategic corporate venture capital arm of Merck, it aims to back innovative technologies and products that can significantly influence Merck's core business areas. Merck Ventures takes an active role in its portfolio companies, collaborating with entrepreneurs and co-investors to foster innovation and drive commercial success. The firm emphasizes early-stage investing and is involved in the creation of spin-offs to leverage Merck's scientific and technological resources.