Oxular
Venture Round in 2021
Oxular is a clinical-stage company developing innovative retinal therapeutics. It focuses on transforming the treatment of retinal diseases by offering tissue-specific drug delivery solutions to address unmet patient needs, such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular edema.
JenaValve Technology
Series D in 2020
JenaValve Technology, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems for patients with severe aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with additional locations in Munich, Germany, and Leeds, United Kingdom, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for high-risk patients who may not be suitable candidates for traditional surgical aortic valve replacement. The company's flagship product, the Trilogy™ Heart Valve System, received CE Mark approval in May 2021 and is notable for its dual-disease treatment capabilities. JenaValve's TAVR systems feature a porcine pericardial trileaflet valve mounted on a low-profile nitinol self-expanding frame, designed to engage with the native valve structures for optimal performance. The company has also received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to facilitate the review of its pivotal trial for the Trilogy Heart Valve System in the United States.
Sonendo
Private Equity Round in 2020
Sonendo is a commercial-stage medical technology company that develops dental devices and software to save teeth. It markets the GentleWave System, a root canal therapy platform that cleans and disinfects the microscopic spaces within teeth without removing tooth structure, improving clinical outcomes and practice efficiency. The system includes a console and accessories and integrates with TDO Software, its endodontic practice management software that unifies imaging, practice management, referral reporting, CBCT imaging, and built-in communication with the GentleWave System. Founded in 2006 and based in Laguna Hills, California, Sonendo operates with two business segments: Product, comprising the GentleWave console and instruments, and Software, providing practice management licenses. The company aims to transform dentistry by saving teeth through sound science.
Sequana Medical
Series D in 2018
Sequana Medical is a Swiss medical device company based in Zurich that specializes in developing and commercializing implantable pump systems to manage fluid balance within the body. The company's flagship product, the Alfapump System, is designed to automatically and continually remove ascites, which is excess fluid that accumulates in the abdominal cavity due to advanced liver disease, certain cancers, or congestive heart failure. This system moves the excess fluid to the bladder for natural elimination through urination. Sequana Medical's technology also has potential applications in managing pleural effusions in lung disease patients and fluid overload in those with end-stage renal disease and congestive heart failure. The company was founded in 2006 and has additional offices in Munich, Germany.
Sonendo
Private Equity Round in 2017
Sonendo is a commercial-stage medical technology company that develops dental devices and software to save teeth. It markets the GentleWave System, a root canal therapy platform that cleans and disinfects the microscopic spaces within teeth without removing tooth structure, improving clinical outcomes and practice efficiency. The system includes a console and accessories and integrates with TDO Software, its endodontic practice management software that unifies imaging, practice management, referral reporting, CBCT imaging, and built-in communication with the GentleWave System. Founded in 2006 and based in Laguna Hills, California, Sonendo operates with two business segments: Product, comprising the GentleWave console and instruments, and Software, providing practice management licenses. The company aims to transform dentistry by saving teeth through sound science.
Avitide, Inc. specializes in the discovery, manufacture, and supply of molecule-specific affinity purification solutions tailored for the biopharmaceutical industry. Founded in 2012 and based in Lebanon, New Hampshire, the company focuses on developing customized affinity purification products that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of bioprocessing. Avitide's technology enhances the purification of therapeutic proteins, including enzymes, antibodies, gene therapies, and vaccines, by employing rapid development of chromatography resins through chemical synthesis. This advanced platform enables clients to accelerate bioprocess development timelines, mitigate program risks, and achieve predictable commercial scalability while lowering manufacturing costs in both batch and continuous operations.
Axonics Modulation Technologies
Series C in 2017
Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc. is a medical technology company focused on the development and commercialization of sacral neuromodulation (SNM) systems, catering to both domestic and international markets. The company’s SNM systems are designed to address conditions such as overactive bladder, urinary urge incontinence, urinary urgency frequency, fecal incontinence, and non-obstructive urinary retention. Its innovative rechargeable SNM System delivers mild electrical pulses to the sacral nerve, aiming to restore normal communication between the brain and the bladder and bowel to alleviate associated symptoms. Originally incorporated as American Restorative Medicine, Inc. in 2012, the company rebranded as Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc. in August 2013 and is headquartered in Irvine, California.
Sonendo is a commercial-stage medical technology company that develops dental devices and software to save teeth. It markets the GentleWave System, a root canal therapy platform that cleans and disinfects the microscopic spaces within teeth without removing tooth structure, improving clinical outcomes and practice efficiency. The system includes a console and accessories and integrates with TDO Software, its endodontic practice management software that unifies imaging, practice management, referral reporting, CBCT imaging, and built-in communication with the GentleWave System. Founded in 2006 and based in Laguna Hills, California, Sonendo operates with two business segments: Product, comprising the GentleWave console and instruments, and Software, providing practice management licenses. The company aims to transform dentistry by saving teeth through sound science.
Founded in 2011, 4Tech is a biotechnology company based in California. It specializes in developing innovative surgical assistant devices, with its flagship product being a device designed to treat Tricuspid Regurgitation (TR) through transcatheter procedures.
Axonics Modulation Technologies
Series B in 2015
Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc. is a medical technology company focused on the development and commercialization of sacral neuromodulation (SNM) systems, catering to both domestic and international markets. The company’s SNM systems are designed to address conditions such as overactive bladder, urinary urge incontinence, urinary urgency frequency, fecal incontinence, and non-obstructive urinary retention. Its innovative rechargeable SNM System delivers mild electrical pulses to the sacral nerve, aiming to restore normal communication between the brain and the bladder and bowel to alleviate associated symptoms. Originally incorporated as American Restorative Medicine, Inc. in 2012, the company rebranded as Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc. in August 2013 and is headquartered in Irvine, California.
Sequana Medical
Series C in 2015
Sequana Medical is a Swiss medical device company based in Zurich that specializes in developing and commercializing implantable pump systems to manage fluid balance within the body. The company's flagship product, the Alfapump System, is designed to automatically and continually remove ascites, which is excess fluid that accumulates in the abdominal cavity due to advanced liver disease, certain cancers, or congestive heart failure. This system moves the excess fluid to the bladder for natural elimination through urination. Sequana Medical's technology also has potential applications in managing pleural effusions in lung disease patients and fluid overload in those with end-stage renal disease and congestive heart failure. The company was founded in 2006 and has additional offices in Munich, Germany.
JenaValve Technology
Series C in 2015
JenaValve Technology, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems for patients with severe aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with additional locations in Munich, Germany, and Leeds, United Kingdom, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for high-risk patients who may not be suitable candidates for traditional surgical aortic valve replacement. The company's flagship product, the Trilogy™ Heart Valve System, received CE Mark approval in May 2021 and is notable for its dual-disease treatment capabilities. JenaValve's TAVR systems feature a porcine pericardial trileaflet valve mounted on a low-profile nitinol self-expanding frame, designed to engage with the native valve structures for optimal performance. The company has also received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to facilitate the review of its pivotal trial for the Trilogy Heart Valve System in the United States.
Avitide, Inc. specializes in the discovery, manufacture, and supply of molecule-specific affinity purification solutions tailored for the biopharmaceutical industry. Founded in 2012 and based in Lebanon, New Hampshire, the company focuses on developing customized affinity purification products that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of bioprocessing. Avitide's technology enhances the purification of therapeutic proteins, including enzymes, antibodies, gene therapies, and vaccines, by employing rapid development of chromatography resins through chemical synthesis. This advanced platform enables clients to accelerate bioprocess development timelines, mitigate program risks, and achieve predictable commercial scalability while lowering manufacturing costs in both batch and continuous operations.
Genkyotex
Series D in 2015
Genkyotex SA is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative oral small molecule therapies that selectively inhibit NOX enzymes involved in various disease processes, including fibrosis, inflammation, pain, cancer, and neurodegeneration. Its lead candidate, GKT831, targets NOX1 and NOX4 and is currently undergoing Phase II clinical trials for primary biliary cholangitis and type 1 diabetes-related kidney disease. Additionally, Genkyotex is advancing a preclinical candidate, GKT771, which inhibits NOX1 and aims to address pain processing and inflammation. The company also holds a license agreement with the Serum Institute of India for GTL003, an antigen intended for developing combination vaccines against infectious diseases. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Labège, France, Genkyotex is committed to improving treatment options for chronic diseases through its novel therapeutic approaches.
Sonendo is a commercial-stage medical technology company that develops dental devices and software to save teeth. It markets the GentleWave System, a root canal therapy platform that cleans and disinfects the microscopic spaces within teeth without removing tooth structure, improving clinical outcomes and practice efficiency. The system includes a console and accessories and integrates with TDO Software, its endodontic practice management software that unifies imaging, practice management, referral reporting, CBCT imaging, and built-in communication with the GentleWave System. Founded in 2006 and based in Laguna Hills, California, Sonendo operates with two business segments: Product, comprising the GentleWave console and instruments, and Software, providing practice management licenses. The company aims to transform dentistry by saving teeth through sound science.
Sequana Medical
Series C in 2014
Sequana Medical is a Swiss medical device company based in Zurich that specializes in developing and commercializing implantable pump systems to manage fluid balance within the body. The company's flagship product, the Alfapump System, is designed to automatically and continually remove ascites, which is excess fluid that accumulates in the abdominal cavity due to advanced liver disease, certain cancers, or congestive heart failure. This system moves the excess fluid to the bladder for natural elimination through urination. Sequana Medical's technology also has potential applications in managing pleural effusions in lung disease patients and fluid overload in those with end-stage renal disease and congestive heart failure. The company was founded in 2006 and has additional offices in Munich, Germany.
Wilson Therapeutics
Series B in 2014
Wilson Therapeutics, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, specializes in developing innovative treatments for rare diseases, primarily focusing on Wilson Disease, a condition caused by excessive copper accumulation. The company's lead product, Decuprate®, is currently undergoing Phase II clinical trials as a potential new therapy for Wilson Disease patients.
JenaValve Technology
Series C in 2014
JenaValve Technology, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems for patients with severe aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with additional locations in Munich, Germany, and Leeds, United Kingdom, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for high-risk patients who may not be suitable candidates for traditional surgical aortic valve replacement. The company's flagship product, the Trilogy™ Heart Valve System, received CE Mark approval in May 2021 and is notable for its dual-disease treatment capabilities. JenaValve's TAVR systems feature a porcine pericardial trileaflet valve mounted on a low-profile nitinol self-expanding frame, designed to engage with the native valve structures for optimal performance. The company has also received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to facilitate the review of its pivotal trial for the Trilogy Heart Valve System in the United States.
Axonics Modulation Technologies
Series A in 2014
Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc. is a medical technology company focused on the development and commercialization of sacral neuromodulation (SNM) systems, catering to both domestic and international markets. The company’s SNM systems are designed to address conditions such as overactive bladder, urinary urge incontinence, urinary urgency frequency, fecal incontinence, and non-obstructive urinary retention. Its innovative rechargeable SNM System delivers mild electrical pulses to the sacral nerve, aiming to restore normal communication between the brain and the bladder and bowel to alleviate associated symptoms. Originally incorporated as American Restorative Medicine, Inc. in 2012, the company rebranded as Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc. in August 2013 and is headquartered in Irvine, California.
InDex Pharmaceuticals
Venture Round in 2014
InDex Pharmaceuticals AB, founded in 2016 and based in Stockholm, Sweden, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for immunological diseases. Its flagship product, cobitolimod, is designed to provide local anti-inflammatory effects, healing mucosa and improving clinical symptoms in patients with ulcerative colitis. The company's platform technology involves DNA-based ImmunoModulatory Sequences (DIMS), which are used to treat a variety of immunological diseases. Additionally, InDex Pharmaceuticals offers DiBiCol, a diagnostic kit that monitors biomarkers specific for ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease from a single colonic biopsy.
TopiVert
Venture Round in 2014
TopiVert Ltd. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing narrow spectrum kinase inhibitors for the treatment of chronic inflammatory diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract and the eyes. Founded in 2010, TopiVert's primary focus is on creating non-systemic, locally acting medications that target conditions such as ulcerative colitis and dry eye syndrome. The company's lead program, TOP1288, is currently undergoing a Phase IIa proof of concept study for ulcerative colitis, while TOP1630, aimed at treating dry eye syndrome, is set to enter a Phase I/II study in the United States. By delivering targeted treatments at pharmacologically relevant concentrations, TopiVert aims to improve medical outcomes and enable faster commencement of effective therapies.
Endosense
Series C in 2013
Endosense is a medical technology company dedicated to enhancing the efficacy, safety, and consistency of catheter ablation procedures used to treat cardiac arrhythmias. The company developed the TactiCath, the first and only force-sensing ablation catheter that provides physicians with a real-time and objective measure of contact force during ablation. The TactiCath received the CE mark in May 2009 and has undergone extensive pre-clinical and clinical testing, establishing a strong evidence base for the feasibility and safety of contact force sensing in catheter ablation. Endosense's innovations aim to improve patient outcomes and streamline ablation procedures in the field of cardiology.
Arsanis, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in monoclonal antibody (mAb) immunotherapies for serious infectious diseases. Founded in 2010, Arsanis focuses on developing innovative therapies targeting various bacterial and viral pathogens. Its lead clinical program, ASN100, is currently in a Phase 2 trial aimed at preventing Staphylococcus aureus pneumonia in high-risk, mechanically ventilated patients. The company's preclinical pipeline includes mAbs directed against respiratory syncytial virus and Gram-negative bacteria, such as Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli. Arsanis leverages advanced mAb discovery techniques to create a diverse range of therapeutic candidates with multiple mechanisms of action, addressing the urgent need for effective treatments in infectious disease management. The company also has research and preclinical development operations in Vienna, Austria, under Arsanis Biosciences GmbH.
JenaValve Technology
Series C in 2013
JenaValve Technology, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems for patients with severe aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with additional locations in Munich, Germany, and Leeds, United Kingdom, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for high-risk patients who may not be suitable candidates for traditional surgical aortic valve replacement. The company's flagship product, the Trilogy™ Heart Valve System, received CE Mark approval in May 2021 and is notable for its dual-disease treatment capabilities. JenaValve's TAVR systems feature a porcine pericardial trileaflet valve mounted on a low-profile nitinol self-expanding frame, designed to engage with the native valve structures for optimal performance. The company has also received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to facilitate the review of its pivotal trial for the Trilogy Heart Valve System in the United States.
Diagnoplex
Venture Round in 2013
Diagnoplex has been founded in 2005 supported by seed financing fron the Novartis Forschungsstiftung, Swiss Confederation CTI project, Canton de Vaud FIT and the Gebert Rüf Stiftung. The company has performed a 140 patient prospective pilot study demonstrating technical and clinical feasibility of its colorectal cancer screening test COLOX as well as its high sensitivity and specificity.
Sonendo is a commercial-stage medical technology company that develops dental devices and software to save teeth. It markets the GentleWave System, a root canal therapy platform that cleans and disinfects the microscopic spaces within teeth without removing tooth structure, improving clinical outcomes and practice efficiency. The system includes a console and accessories and integrates with TDO Software, its endodontic practice management software that unifies imaging, practice management, referral reporting, CBCT imaging, and built-in communication with the GentleWave System. Founded in 2006 and based in Laguna Hills, California, Sonendo operates with two business segments: Product, comprising the GentleWave console and instruments, and Software, providing practice management licenses. The company aims to transform dentistry by saving teeth through sound science.
Endosense
Series C in 2012
Endosense is a medical technology company dedicated to enhancing the efficacy, safety, and consistency of catheter ablation procedures used to treat cardiac arrhythmias. The company developed the TactiCath, the first and only force-sensing ablation catheter that provides physicians with a real-time and objective measure of contact force during ablation. The TactiCath received the CE mark in May 2009 and has undergone extensive pre-clinical and clinical testing, establishing a strong evidence base for the feasibility and safety of contact force sensing in catheter ablation. Endosense's innovations aim to improve patient outcomes and streamline ablation procedures in the field of cardiology.
Sonendo is a commercial-stage medical technology company that develops dental devices and software to save teeth. It markets the GentleWave System, a root canal therapy platform that cleans and disinfects the microscopic spaces within teeth without removing tooth structure, improving clinical outcomes and practice efficiency. The system includes a console and accessories and integrates with TDO Software, its endodontic practice management software that unifies imaging, practice management, referral reporting, CBCT imaging, and built-in communication with the GentleWave System. Founded in 2006 and based in Laguna Hills, California, Sonendo operates with two business segments: Product, comprising the GentleWave console and instruments, and Software, providing practice management licenses. The company aims to transform dentistry by saving teeth through sound science.
Vessix Vascular
Series B in 2011
Vessix Vascular, Inc. is a privately-held medical device company focused on developing innovative catheter-based technologies. The company's primary product, the ZCath® System, utilizes radiofrequency balloon catheter technology to treat high blood pressure by targeting and deadening nerves near the kidneys. This approach aims to provide an effective solution for reducing plaque in peripheral leg arteries. Vessix Vascular is currently in the pre-revenue stage and has achieved a CE Mark for its initial product, indicating its compliance with European health and safety standards.
Sequana Medical
Series B in 2011
Sequana Medical is a Swiss medical device company based in Zurich that specializes in developing and commercializing implantable pump systems to manage fluid balance within the body. The company's flagship product, the Alfapump System, is designed to automatically and continually remove ascites, which is excess fluid that accumulates in the abdominal cavity due to advanced liver disease, certain cancers, or congestive heart failure. This system moves the excess fluid to the bladder for natural elimination through urination. Sequana Medical's technology also has potential applications in managing pleural effusions in lung disease patients and fluid overload in those with end-stage renal disease and congestive heart failure. The company was founded in 2006 and has additional offices in Munich, Germany.
Vessix Vascular
Venture Round in 2010
Vessix Vascular, Inc. is a privately-held medical device company focused on developing innovative catheter-based technologies. The company's primary product, the ZCath® System, utilizes radiofrequency balloon catheter technology to treat high blood pressure by targeting and deadening nerves near the kidneys. This approach aims to provide an effective solution for reducing plaque in peripheral leg arteries. Vessix Vascular is currently in the pre-revenue stage and has achieved a CE Mark for its initial product, indicating its compliance with European health and safety standards.
JenaValve Technology
Series B in 2010
JenaValve Technology, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems for patients with severe aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with additional locations in Munich, Germany, and Leeds, United Kingdom, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for high-risk patients who may not be suitable candidates for traditional surgical aortic valve replacement. The company's flagship product, the Trilogy™ Heart Valve System, received CE Mark approval in May 2021 and is notable for its dual-disease treatment capabilities. JenaValve's TAVR systems feature a porcine pericardial trileaflet valve mounted on a low-profile nitinol self-expanding frame, designed to engage with the native valve structures for optimal performance. The company has also received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to facilitate the review of its pivotal trial for the Trilogy Heart Valve System in the United States.
Endosense
Series B in 2009
Endosense is a medical technology company dedicated to enhancing the efficacy, safety, and consistency of catheter ablation procedures used to treat cardiac arrhythmias. The company developed the TactiCath, the first and only force-sensing ablation catheter that provides physicians with a real-time and objective measure of contact force during ablation. The TactiCath received the CE mark in May 2009 and has undergone extensive pre-clinical and clinical testing, establishing a strong evidence base for the feasibility and safety of contact force sensing in catheter ablation. Endosense's innovations aim to improve patient outcomes and streamline ablation procedures in the field of cardiology.
Clavis Pharma
Post in 2009
Clavis Pharma ASA, a healthcare and clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, engages in the discovery and development of novel small molecule therapeutics for cancer and other unmet medical needs. It also engages in the development of new and improved pharmaceuticals based on its lipid vector technology (LVT). The company has three anti-cancer drugs in clinical development for various indications, and a pipeline of other drug candidates within oncology, virology, and anti-inflammatory diseases. Its products primarily include Elacytarabine, which is in the Phase II clinical trials for various solid tumor indications, as well as in Phase I/II clinical trials for the treatment of blood cancers, including leukemia; Intravenous CP-4126, a multicentre trial open to patients with any type of solid tumours that is in Phase I clinical trials; Oral CP-4126, an analogue of gemcitabine, which is Phase I clinical trial; and CP-4200, an epigenetic modulator that is in preclinical stage for the treatment of hematological malignancies, such as MDS and leukemia. The company�s products also include CP-4010, an analogue of acyclovir that is in the Phase I clinical trial for the treatment of herpes labialis and herpes genitalis; and CP-4018, an analogue of gancyclovir, which is in the preclinical stage. In addition, its products comprise CP-4033, CP-4112, and CP-4114 that are the analogues of ribavirin, betamethason, and prednisolon respectively. The company has a collaboration agreement with Mount Sinai School of Medicine for the design and testing of new LVT based drug candidates for the treatment of cancer and haematological malignancies. Clavis Pharma ASA was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Oslo, Norway.
Diagnoplex
Series A in 2008
Diagnoplex has been founded in 2005 supported by seed financing fron the Novartis Forschungsstiftung, Swiss Confederation CTI project, Canton de Vaud FIT and the Gebert Rüf Stiftung. The company has performed a 140 patient prospective pilot study demonstrating technical and clinical feasibility of its colorectal cancer screening test COLOX as well as its high sensitivity and specificity.
Creabilis
Series A in 2008
Creabilis is an emerging European specialty pharmaceutical company specializing in dermatology and focused on developing innovative treatments for skin disorders. The company is committed to addressing significant unmet medical needs in this area and has a strong track record in dermatological research. Creabilis has established a robust pipeline of clinical and pre-clinical drug candidates, including its lead product, CT327, which is a topical treatment for chronic pruritus and is set to enter Phase II clinical trials. Additionally, the company plans to build a pruritus franchise around CT327 and another candidate, CT340, both of which were developed using its proprietary Low Systemic Exposure platform technology. Through its innovative drug discovery programs, Creabilis aims to market these products directly or in partnership, reinforcing its position in the specialty pharmaceuticals sector.
PregLem is a Swiss-based specialty biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative drugs specifically for women's reproductive medicine. The company is dedicated to addressing unmet medical needs in this field, aiming to enhance healthcare options and improve outcomes for women. Through its specialized approach, PregLem seeks to advance the understanding and treatment of conditions related to female reproductive health, positioning itself as a key player in the biopharmaceutical industry.
PregLem is a Swiss-based specialty biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative drugs specifically for women's reproductive medicine. The company is dedicated to addressing unmet medical needs in this field, aiming to enhance healthcare options and improve outcomes for women. Through its specialized approach, PregLem seeks to advance the understanding and treatment of conditions related to female reproductive health, positioning itself as a key player in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Novexel is a pharmaceutical company dedicated to the research and development of innovative anti-infective therapies for severe bacterial and fungal infections. The company has a robust portfolio of antibacterial and anti-fungal compounds, along with comprehensive R&D programs and intellectual property. Novexel specializes in creating novel antimicrobial agents that target multi-resistant organisms, addressing the growing challenge of microbial resistance. With expertise in biology, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, microbiology, and clinical development, Novexel is positioned to lead advancements in the discovery and development of effective treatments for infectious diseases.
Sequana Medical
Series A in 2007
Sequana Medical is a Swiss medical device company based in Zurich that specializes in developing and commercializing implantable pump systems to manage fluid balance within the body. The company's flagship product, the Alfapump System, is designed to automatically and continually remove ascites, which is excess fluid that accumulates in the abdominal cavity due to advanced liver disease, certain cancers, or congestive heart failure. This system moves the excess fluid to the bladder for natural elimination through urination. Sequana Medical's technology also has potential applications in managing pleural effusions in lung disease patients and fluid overload in those with end-stage renal disease and congestive heart failure. The company was founded in 2006 and has additional offices in Munich, Germany.
Xanthus Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2006
Xanthus Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, acquisition, and commercialization of small-molecule therapeutics. The company primarily focuses on creating innovative treatments for cancer and autoimmune disorders, aiming to address unmet medical needs in these areas. Through its research and development efforts, Xanthus Pharmaceuticals strives to advance therapeutic options that can improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care in oncology and immunology.
Santhera Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2006
Santhera Pharmaceuticals is a Swiss specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and marketing innovative treatments for mitochondrial and neuromuscular diseases, areas with significant unmet medical needs.
Endosense
Series A in 2005
Endosense is a medical technology company dedicated to enhancing the efficacy, safety, and consistency of catheter ablation procedures used to treat cardiac arrhythmias. The company developed the TactiCath, the first and only force-sensing ablation catheter that provides physicians with a real-time and objective measure of contact force during ablation. The TactiCath received the CE mark in May 2009 and has undergone extensive pre-clinical and clinical testing, establishing a strong evidence base for the feasibility and safety of contact force sensing in catheter ablation. Endosense's innovations aim to improve patient outcomes and streamline ablation procedures in the field of cardiology.
Kuros Biosciences
Post in 2005
Kuros Biosciences is a Swiss biopharmaceutical company founded in 2000 as a spin‑off of ETH Zürich. It develops tissue‑repair and bone‑regeneration products built on proprietary technology platforms derived from research at ETH Zürich, the University of Zürich and CalTech. The company acquired Xpand Biotechnology in 2017 to expand its MagnetOs family of bone graft substitutes, which are approved in the EU for orthopedic, spinal and dental applications and in the United States for posterolateral spinal fusion. A putty formulation is pending regulatory submission. Neuroseal, a novel dural‑sealing biomaterial, is under CE review. Kuros also pursues a pipeline of clinical‑stage products, including KUR‑111 and KUR‑113 for fracture repair and a fibrin‑PTH combination that promotes bone formation. The company collaborates with Checkmate Pharmaceuticals on the oncology candidate CYT003 and maintains a legacy portfolio of medical‑device and pharmaceutical assets.
Kuros Biosciences
Post in 2005
Kuros Biosciences is a Swiss biopharmaceutical company founded in 2000 as a spin‑off of ETH Zürich. It develops tissue‑repair and bone‑regeneration products built on proprietary technology platforms derived from research at ETH Zürich, the University of Zürich and CalTech. The company acquired Xpand Biotechnology in 2017 to expand its MagnetOs family of bone graft substitutes, which are approved in the EU for orthopedic, spinal and dental applications and in the United States for posterolateral spinal fusion. A putty formulation is pending regulatory submission. Neuroseal, a novel dural‑sealing biomaterial, is under CE review. Kuros also pursues a pipeline of clinical‑stage products, including KUR‑111 and KUR‑113 for fracture repair and a fibrin‑PTH combination that promotes bone formation. The company collaborates with Checkmate Pharmaceuticals on the oncology candidate CYT003 and maintains a legacy portfolio of medical‑device and pharmaceutical assets.
Thommen Medical
Series C in 2003
Thommen Medical is a medical device company that specializes in the development, production, and sale of dental implants, marketed under the brand name SPI (Swiss Precision Implant). The company focuses on creating innovative and well-designed implant systems that enhance patient comfort during procedures and ensure long-term stability of the implants. Thommen Medical collaborates with leading scientific and dental clinicians to ensure that its products meet high standards of precision and usability. In addition to dental implants, the company also offers biomaterial solutions aimed at bone and tissue regeneration, further contributing to advancements in dental health and restoration.
Oxxon Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2003
Oxxon Therapeutics™ (Oxxon) is a company developing the next generation of innovative antigen-specific immunotherapies to treat patients with chronic infectious diseases and cancer.
To date, the company has built an initial pipeline through its patented Hi-8™ PrimeBoost immunotherapy platform, an approach that allows the rapid development of products to selectively stimulate and enhance potent immune responses against disease.
The company has successfully completed phase II clinical programmes in melanoma and hepatitis B and has a third development programme underway in HIV.
In addition, the company intends to leverage its enabling platform through partnerships with companies developing therapeutic and preventative vaccine products.
Aderis Pharmaceuticals
Series D in 2001
Aderis Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative therapies for cardio-renal diseases. The company focuses on creating novel small-molecule, receptor-specific therapeutics, including adenosine agonists and antagonists, which are designed to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions. Additionally, Aderis is developing leukotriene synthesis inhibitors aimed at managing chronic renal disease. The company also has strategic license agreements that involve late-stage products for treating Parkinson's disease and diagnosing coronary artery disease. By targeting specific proteins to either enhance or inhibit their activity, Aderis aims to improve patient outcomes and quality of life while minimizing side effects associated with treatments.