European Innovation Council

Established in 2020, the European Innovation Council supports innovative startups and researchers with promising ideas, focusing on early-stage companies with positive environmental, social, or governance impacts. It co-invests alongside private investors.

Nicklas Bergman

Strategic Advisor and IC member

Francoise Birnholz

Affiliate Member

David Malo Jean

Director

Past deals in Life Science

Precisionlife

Grant in 2025
Precisionlife employs a unique approach to drive innovation in chronic diseases through precision medicine. It uses artificial intelligence to generate deep insights into disease biology, stratifying patient populations for novel drug targets, biomarkers, and repositioning candidates.

AlzeCure Pharma

Grant in 2025
AlzeCure Pharma is a Swedish pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing drug therapies targeting diseases affecting the central nervous system. Its primary focus lies in Alzheimer's disease, with five drug candidates at various stages of development.

Elicera Therapeutics

Grant in 2025
Elicera Therapeutics is a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company based in Sweden that focuses on developing innovative cell and gene therapies to treat cancer. The company’s portfolio includes four drug candidates: two oncolytic virus therapies, ELC-100 and ELC-201, and two CAR T-cell treatments, ELC-301 and ELC-401. Additionally, Elicera has developed a universal CAR T-cell technology platform named iTANK (ELC-001), designed to enhance the efficacy of CAR T-cell therapies by enabling a multi-targeted approach against solid tumors. With its commitment to advancing immune-based cancer treatments, Elicera Therapeutics aims to improve outcomes for patients facing various forms of cancer.

Sequentia Biotech

Series A in 2024
Founded in 2013 by Walter Sanseverino and Riccardo Aiese Cigliano, Sequentia Biotech is a bioinformatics company that transforms genomic data into actionable knowledge for academic research, plant/animal breeding, and biomedicine. With over 30 clients and partners, including public/private research centers, companies, and hospitals, Sequentia participates in more than 160 R&D projects and maintains two open-source biodata banks.

Oryl Photonics

Grant in 2024
Oryl Photonics specializes in developing laboratory instruments for pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Their core product provides a simple, reliable, and cost-effective method for measuring solubility, contributing to accelerated drug development and improved medicine. The company's unique technology preserves valuable substances during testing, offering a solubility measurement service that empowers researchers to make data-driven decisions and expedite product development.

iOnctura

Series B in 2024
iOnctura is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of novel therapeutics aimed at addressing immunosuppression within the tumor microenvironment, which plays a significant role in cancer progression. The company seeks to enhance existing immune checkpoint therapies by creating new drugs that, when used in conjunction with these therapies, may improve safety and efficacy for cancer patients. iOnctura has formed strategic partnerships with prominent organizations, including Merck and Cancer Research Technology, to advance a pipeline of preclinical molecules toward clinical application. With access to advanced drug discovery labs and a network of academic collaborators, iOnctura is well-equipped to develop innovative combination therapies in the realm of cancer immunology, ultimately striving to optimize treatment outcomes for patients.

Ability Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2024
Ability Pharmaceuticals is a drug discovery and development company based in Barcelona, Spain. It develops human therapeutics targeting cell membranes to treat cancer and other indications with unmet medical needs. Ability Pharmaceuticals is focused on developing new drugs for the treatment of lung cancer and pancreatic cancer. The company develops Lipid Analogue Therapeutics, a new drug class that modifies the composition of the cell membrane and displays a capacity to influence the local organization of lipid structures in the cell membrane, inducing the formation of non-lamellar phase structures. Its development pipeline includes ABTL0812 product in preclinical development; and ABTL1014, a drug candidate in preclinical characterization.

Antabio

Series B in 2023
Antabio is a private biopharmaceutical company based in Labege, France, focused on developing innovative treatments for drug-resistant infections, particularly targeting critical priority pathogens. Founded in 2009, the company specializes in creating novel antibacterial resistance-breakers, including stand-alone inhibitors of bacterial metalloenzymes. These inhibitors are designed to be combined with existing antibiotics, such as carbapenems, to restore their efficacy against the most challenging pathogens responsible for life-threatening infections, including carbapenem-resistant nosocomial pneumonia. Antabio aims to address significant unmet medical needs in the treatment of drug-resistant infections, ultimately providing healthcare professionals with effective medicinal products to combat these critical health challenges. The company has been recognized for its work, receiving a Wellcome Trust Seeding Drug Discovery Award.

NEOGAP Therapeutics

Grant in 2023
NEOGAP Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical startup focused on immuno oncology. Their pharmaceutical product, personalized tumor trained lymphocytes, offers even one customized cell treatment that is meant to precisely target and destroy cancer in a tailored environment, with very minor side effects.

ResoTher Pharma

Grant in 2023
ResoTher Pharma is a privately held biotechnology company based in Copenhagen, Denmark. The company specializes in developing peptide-based drugs derived from Annexin A1, an endogenous immunomodulator. These drugs are designed as resolution therapies for diseases where neutrophil-driven inflammation is a key pathological factor. ResoTher Pharma's primary focus is on addressing cardiovascular and inflammatory disorders that have significant unmet medical needs. Their patented peptide drugs target a G-protein coupled receptor expressed on leukocytes, aiming to mimic the body's natural response to resolving inflammation and promoting tissue repair.

Epigene Labs

Convertible Note in 2023
Epigene Labs SAS is a biotechnology firm focused on enhancing precision oncology through its advanced technology platform that utilizes artificial intelligence. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Paris, France, with an additional office in Boston, Massachusetts, the company addresses the significant challenges of aggregating, analyzing, and visualizing extensive genomic data in cancer research. By integrating proprietary data from partners with publicly available datasets, Epigene Labs provides medical researchers with actionable insights and user-friendly analytics. The company collaborates with leading cancer centers and prominent biotech firms to develop intelligence-augmenting services that support drug discovery and research in precision oncology. Its innovative approach aims to transform genomic data into effective strategies for targeted cancer therapies.

Pulse

Grant in 2023
Pulse is a platform for furthering our understanding of bioprinting and its applications in space exploration and medicine.

Scipio Bioscience

Convertible Note in 2023
Scipio Bioscience SAS is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, founded in 2017. It specializes in manufacturing benchtop kits that provide innovative sample preparation solutions for single-cell studies. These kits are designed for use in sequencing applications across both clinical and basic research, with a particular focus on transcriptomics. Scipio Bioscience's products enable research laboratories to perform single-cell barcoding in a test tube format, facilitating more precise and efficient analysis in various scientific investigations.

Aviwell

Grant in 2023
Aviwell is a company focused on enhancing animal health and growth through the development of natural and sustainable solutions. Utilizing a microbiota-based platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Aviwell operates at the intersection of digital and life sciences. The company aims to provide insights that improve animal health and performance while addressing the agri-food industry's challenges in sustainably feeding a growing global population. By prioritizing health and sustainability, Aviwell seeks to offer effective solutions at a reduced cost, ultimately contributing to better nourishment for the planet.

Cellbox Solutions

Grant in 2023
Cellbox Solutions is a technology company that specializes in innovative logistic solutions for the global BioMed industry. It has developed a carbon dioxide incubator designed for the storage, isolation, handling, and analysis of biological materials. This incubator offers essential logistic services and ensures the proper handling of living cells, facilitating their storage, reproduction, transportation, and analysis. By enabling the transportation of living cells via various methods, including road, rail, and air, Cellbox Solutions supports healthcare providers in their efforts to deliver the latest therapies to patients.

Arthex Biotech

Series B in 2023
Founded in 2019, Arthex Biotech is a Spanish biotechnology company specializing in the development of antisense RNA therapies for genetic diseases. The company, spun off from the University of Valencia, leverages its team's expertise in drug discovery and microRNAs to create innovative treatments.

Abbelight

Venture Round in 2023
Abbelight is a company that develops modular single-molecule localization microscopy technology to enable super-resolved fluorescence imaging for biological research. Its solution combines consumables, hardware, and software to deliver reliable, state-of-the-art imaging and supports researchers in biology, pharmacology, and environmental science who seek higher-resolution observations of biological samples. The modular platform enables researchers to implement SMLM without compromising instrument performance, and the company provides end-to-end support from sample preparation to data analysis by integrating chemistry, software, and optical components. By simplifying workflows and offering integrated tools, Abbelight aims to make advanced microscopy accessible to laboratories of varying sizes, helping users observe subcellular structures with improved resolution.

Inobiostar

Grant in 2023
Inobiostar focuses on research and experimental development services.

Samplix

Venture Round in 2023
Samplix is a biotechnology company based in Herlev, Denmark, that specializes in advanced sample preparation for single DNA and RNA molecules. The company has developed the proprietary Xdrop™ technology, which utilizes a unique "water-oil-water" droplet formation to create millions of reaction chambers for handling individual DNA molecules. This innovative technology allows for targeted enrichment of large DNA fragments, addressing the limitations of existing multi-molecule preparation methods. By enabling precise and sensitive sample preparation, Samplix empowers researchers to conduct more informed studies, facilitating the sequencing of genetic regions critical for understanding virus integration and minimizing unintended CRISPR edits. The Xdrop™ system includes both the instrumentation and consumables needed for effective single-molecule analysis, thereby enhancing the ease of use and efficiency in molecular research.

Samplix

Grant in 2023
Samplix is a biotechnology company based in Herlev, Denmark, that specializes in advanced sample preparation for single DNA and RNA molecules. The company has developed the proprietary Xdrop™ technology, which utilizes a unique "water-oil-water" droplet formation to create millions of reaction chambers for handling individual DNA molecules. This innovative technology allows for targeted enrichment of large DNA fragments, addressing the limitations of existing multi-molecule preparation methods. By enabling precise and sensitive sample preparation, Samplix empowers researchers to conduct more informed studies, facilitating the sequencing of genetic regions critical for understanding virus integration and minimizing unintended CRISPR edits. The Xdrop™ system includes both the instrumentation and consumables needed for effective single-molecule analysis, thereby enhancing the ease of use and efficiency in molecular research.

Smart Immune

Grant in 2023
Smart Immune is a clinical‑stage biotechnology company developing next‑generation hematopoietic stem cell–based biotherapies to improve outcomes for patients with severe diseases. Its flagship program uses T‑cell progenitors (ProTcells) to enable rapid, polyclonal, and safe immune reconstitution after transplantation. The platform integrates targeted conditioning, gene therapy, and genome editing to extend treatment options for inherited blood disorders, blood cancers, and other life‑threatening conditions.

Smart Immune

Venture Round in 2023
Smart Immune is a clinical‑stage biotechnology company developing next‑generation hematopoietic stem cell–based biotherapies to improve outcomes for patients with severe diseases. Its flagship program uses T‑cell progenitors (ProTcells) to enable rapid, polyclonal, and safe immune reconstitution after transplantation. The platform integrates targeted conditioning, gene therapy, and genome editing to extend treatment options for inherited blood disorders, blood cancers, and other life‑threatening conditions.

inbiome

Grant in 2023
Inbiome is a trailblazing company in molecular diagnostics, specializing in proprietary molecular culture technology. This innovation enables swift bacterial testing and microbiome analysis, significantly expediting the process compared to traditional methods. The company's primary mission is to advance clinical microbiology by focusing on microbial detection and product development, thereby guiding clinicians towards more accurate and timely diagnoses. By offering advanced molecular technology for microbiome analysis, Inbiome aids in enhancing the understanding of bacteria in the human body, facilitating correct treatments, and mitigating unnecessary complications, costs, and anti-microbial resistance.

TILT Biotherapeutics

Grant in 2023
TILT Biotherapeutics Ltd is a preclinical stage biotechnology company based in Helsinki, Finland, specializing in the development of genetically modified oncolytic viruses to enhance T-cell therapies for cancer treatment. Established in 2013, the company focuses on utilizing its patented technology to improve tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR-T) therapies, as well as checkpoint inhibiting antibody treatments. TILT Biotherapeutics is advancing products such as TILT-123, TILT-234, and TILT-321, which aim to modify the tumor microenvironment and boost immune responses against cancer. The company's innovative approach holds promise for achieving effective results in treating solid tumors, paralleling the successes seen in hematological tumors.

TILT Biotherapeutics

Venture Round in 2023
TILT Biotherapeutics Ltd is a preclinical stage biotechnology company based in Helsinki, Finland, specializing in the development of genetically modified oncolytic viruses to enhance T-cell therapies for cancer treatment. Established in 2013, the company focuses on utilizing its patented technology to improve tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR-T) therapies, as well as checkpoint inhibiting antibody treatments. TILT Biotherapeutics is advancing products such as TILT-123, TILT-234, and TILT-321, which aim to modify the tumor microenvironment and boost immune responses against cancer. The company's innovative approach holds promise for achieving effective results in treating solid tumors, paralleling the successes seen in hematological tumors.

Iris.ai

Venture Round in 2023
Iris.ai offers an AI-powered science assistant designed for R&D departments. It enhances research efficiency through smart search, filters, summaries, and autonomous extraction of scientific insights.

Iris.ai

Grant in 2023
Iris.ai offers an AI-powered science assistant designed for R&D departments. It enhances research efficiency through smart search, filters, summaries, and autonomous extraction of scientific insights.

Arctic Therapeutics

Grant in 2022
Arctic Therapeutics is a drug discovery and development company that focuses on identifying the genetic underpinnings of major and rare diseases. It employs bioinformatics and artificial intelligence to mitigate risks and reduce costs and development timelines in traditional drug development, while its research and development is guided by a global team of experts in genetics, genomics, immunology, bioinformatics, and drug development.

Arctic Therapeutics

Grant in 2022
Arctic Therapeutics is a drug discovery and development company that focuses on identifying the genetic underpinnings of major and rare diseases. It employs bioinformatics and artificial intelligence to mitigate risks and reduce costs and development timelines in traditional drug development, while its research and development is guided by a global team of experts in genetics, genomics, immunology, bioinformatics, and drug development.

iOnctura

Grant in 2022
iOnctura is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of novel therapeutics aimed at addressing immunosuppression within the tumor microenvironment, which plays a significant role in cancer progression. The company seeks to enhance existing immune checkpoint therapies by creating new drugs that, when used in conjunction with these therapies, may improve safety and efficacy for cancer patients. iOnctura has formed strategic partnerships with prominent organizations, including Merck and Cancer Research Technology, to advance a pipeline of preclinical molecules toward clinical application. With access to advanced drug discovery labs and a network of academic collaborators, iOnctura is well-equipped to develop innovative combination therapies in the realm of cancer immunology, ultimately striving to optimize treatment outcomes for patients.

iOnctura

Venture Round in 2022
iOnctura is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of novel therapeutics aimed at addressing immunosuppression within the tumor microenvironment, which plays a significant role in cancer progression. The company seeks to enhance existing immune checkpoint therapies by creating new drugs that, when used in conjunction with these therapies, may improve safety and efficacy for cancer patients. iOnctura has formed strategic partnerships with prominent organizations, including Merck and Cancer Research Technology, to advance a pipeline of preclinical molecules toward clinical application. With access to advanced drug discovery labs and a network of academic collaborators, iOnctura is well-equipped to develop innovative combination therapies in the realm of cancer immunology, ultimately striving to optimize treatment outcomes for patients.

Enduro Genetics

Grant in 2022
Enduro Genetics is a technology provider that specializes in enhancing large-scale fermentations through its proprietary synthetic biology technology. The company focuses on improving the performance of fermentation processes by developing a genetic plugin technology that is free of antibiotic resistance genes. This innovation allows for higher yields by enriching spontaneous high producers within the fermentation population, facilitating the production of complex or cellular inhibit products by addressing strain instability. By maximizing the performance of cells derived from production strains, Enduro aims to bolster the competitiveness of both current and future green bioproduction initiatives.

Xenikos

Grant in 2022
Xenikos develops innovative immunotherapy medicines using anti-T-cell antibodies. These therapies aim to reset patients' immune systems quickly and efficiently, targeting activated adult T cells to improve treatment outcomes for serious immune diseases.

Elicit Plant

Funding Round in 2022
Elicit Plant is an agro-biotech company focused on enhancing crop resilience to water scarcity. It develops innovative phytosterol-based solutions that significantly reduce water stress in plants, enabling them to better withstand drought conditions.

Herantis Pharma

Grant in 2022
Herantis Pharma is a biotech company focused on addressing unmet clinical needs, particularly in the field of neurodegenerative diseases. The company's primary development program centers on HER-096, a peptidomimetic molecule designed to mimic the biological activity of the neuroprotective CDNF protein. By targeting Parkinson's disease, Herantis Pharma aims to develop disease-modifying therapies that could significantly improve patient outcomes.

Herantis Pharma

Post in 2022
Herantis Pharma is a biotech company focused on addressing unmet clinical needs, particularly in the field of neurodegenerative diseases. The company's primary development program centers on HER-096, a peptidomimetic molecule designed to mimic the biological activity of the neuroprotective CDNF protein. By targeting Parkinson's disease, Herantis Pharma aims to develop disease-modifying therapies that could significantly improve patient outcomes.

Actome

Seed Round in 2022
Actome specializes in developing emulsion coupling technology for life science research and personalized medicine. It uses proprietary technology to detect single protein molecules and protein interaction complexes, translating protein status into DNA barcodes using DNA-labeled antibodies.

FOx Biosystems

Grant in 2022
FOx Biosystems is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing biomolecular interaction analysis for life science research and industry. Founded in 2017 by Filip Delport and Jeroen Lammertyn, and based in Temse, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium, the company specializes in developing custom applications, including probes and devices, to support various research needs. FOx Biosystems employs real-time, label-free analysis technology that offers significant advantages over traditional biomolecular analysis tools, such as ease of use, speed, and cost-effectiveness. This technology enables healthcare companies and researchers to obtain high-quality biomolecular data, including concentration measurements, affinity data, and kinetic data, ultimately aiming to transform the life sciences sector.

Cherry Biotech

Grant in 2022
Cherry Biotech is a biomedical technology company that develops Organ on Chip instruments and microfluidic systems to culture and mimic human organs under physio-pathological conditions for drug discovery and personalized medicine. The company also offers temperature controllers for rapid temperature shifts and next-generation 3D cell culture technologies to recreate the human cell microenvironment, supporting drug development and toxicity assessment.

Arthex Biotech

Grant in 2022
Founded in 2019, Arthex Biotech is a Spanish biotechnology company specializing in the development of antisense RNA therapies for genetic diseases. The company, spun off from the University of Valencia, leverages its team's expertise in drug discovery and microRNAs to create innovative treatments.

Arthex Biotech

Venture Round in 2022
Founded in 2019, Arthex Biotech is a Spanish biotechnology company specializing in the development of antisense RNA therapies for genetic diseases. The company, spun off from the University of Valencia, leverages its team's expertise in drug discovery and microRNAs to create innovative treatments.

Hemispherian

Venture Round in 2022
Hemispherian is a biotechnology firm focused on developing innovative treatments for various types of cancer, particularly aggressive forms such as glioblastoma multiforme. The company specializes in creating personalized cancer therapies and is engaged in the development of a novel class of small-molecule drugs. By concentrating on areas of unmet medical need, Hemispherian aims to provide physicians with access to advanced therapeutic options that could improve patient outcomes in challenging cancer cases.

Hemispherian

Grant in 2022
Hemispherian is a biotechnology firm focused on developing innovative treatments for various types of cancer, particularly aggressive forms such as glioblastoma multiforme. The company specializes in creating personalized cancer therapies and is engaged in the development of a novel class of small-molecule drugs. By concentrating on areas of unmet medical need, Hemispherian aims to provide physicians with access to advanced therapeutic options that could improve patient outcomes in challenging cancer cases.

Celeris Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2022
Celeris Therapeutics is an AI-first drug discovery company that focuses on developing proximity-inducing compounds (PICs), particularly PIC degraders, to address high unmet medical needs in diseases like Parkinson's and various cancers. The company has created the Celeris One platform, which utilizes structure-based geometric deep learning to enhance the design and development of degraders by prioritizing specific E3 ligases, designing effective linkers, and selecting optimal compounds for synthesis. Additionally, Celeris Therapeutics operates an in-house automated laboratory that facilitates rapid generation of experimental data for further optimization. The company collaborates with pharmaceutical and biotech firms to discover and develop small-molecule degrader therapies across multiple therapeutic areas, while also advancing its own internal drug pipeline. Celeris Therapeutics maintains offices in Menlo Park, California, and Graz, Austria.

Immunethep

Venture Round in 2022
Immunethep is a biotechnology company focused on developing bacterial immunotherapies for immune system related diseases. It originated as a spin-off from the University of Porto, using proprietary technology to counter bacteria that suppress the host immune response. The company targets a shared virulence mechanism used by diverse bacteria responsible for life-threatening infections, aiming to create broad-spectrum immunotherapies and innovative neonatal vaccines to protect newborns from bacterial infections. Through its pipeline, Immunethep seeks to enable patients to mount effective immunity and reduce the burden of multi-bacterial diseases with advanced therapeutic strategies.

Immunethep

Grant in 2022
Immunethep is a biotechnology company focused on developing bacterial immunotherapies for immune system related diseases. It originated as a spin-off from the University of Porto, using proprietary technology to counter bacteria that suppress the host immune response. The company targets a shared virulence mechanism used by diverse bacteria responsible for life-threatening infections, aiming to create broad-spectrum immunotherapies and innovative neonatal vaccines to protect newborns from bacterial infections. Through its pipeline, Immunethep seeks to enable patients to mount effective immunity and reduce the burden of multi-bacterial diseases with advanced therapeutic strategies.

Elicit Plant

Grant in 2022
Elicit Plant is an agro-biotech company focused on enhancing crop resilience to water scarcity. It develops innovative phytosterol-based solutions that significantly reduce water stress in plants, enabling them to better withstand drought conditions.

Actome

Grant in 2022
Actome specializes in developing emulsion coupling technology for life science research and personalized medicine. It uses proprietary technology to detect single protein molecules and protein interaction complexes, translating protein status into DNA barcodes using DNA-labeled antibodies.

AcouSort

Grant in 2022
AcouSort develops and sells laboratory equipment and integrated solutions using ultrasound to separate, wash, and enrich cells, exosomes, and other biological particles for research and diagnostics.

Ovagen

Venture Round in 2022
Ovagen is a biotechnology company specializing in the commercial production of germ-free chicken eggs and birds. Primarily serving the pharmaceutical industry, Ovagen offers contract research services and expertise in specific poultry and rodent research technologies to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

Antabio

Grant in 2022
Antabio is a private biopharmaceutical company based in Labege, France, focused on developing innovative treatments for drug-resistant infections, particularly targeting critical priority pathogens. Founded in 2009, the company specializes in creating novel antibacterial resistance-breakers, including stand-alone inhibitors of bacterial metalloenzymes. These inhibitors are designed to be combined with existing antibiotics, such as carbapenems, to restore their efficacy against the most challenging pathogens responsible for life-threatening infections, including carbapenem-resistant nosocomial pneumonia. Antabio aims to address significant unmet medical needs in the treatment of drug-resistant infections, ultimately providing healthcare professionals with effective medicinal products to combat these critical health challenges. The company has been recognized for its work, receiving a Wellcome Trust Seeding Drug Discovery Award.

Metafora biosystems

Venture Round in 2022
Metafora Biosystems is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative and unmatched ligands known as receptor-binding domains (RBDs) for nutrient transporters. These tools enable the detection of subtle quantitative changes in cell physiology, reflecting metabolic variations caused by factors such as drugs, genetic mutations, cell culture conditions, and diseases. The company's technology offers multiple competitive advantages across various segments of the biomarker market, positioning it as a valuable player in the field of metabolic research and diagnostics.

Aviwell

Grant in 2022
Aviwell is a company focused on enhancing animal health and growth through the development of natural and sustainable solutions. Utilizing a microbiota-based platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Aviwell operates at the intersection of digital and life sciences. The company aims to provide insights that improve animal health and performance while addressing the agri-food industry's challenges in sustainably feeding a growing global population. By prioritizing health and sustainability, Aviwell seeks to offer effective solutions at a reduced cost, ultimately contributing to better nourishment for the planet.

PhosPrint

Grant in 2022
PhosPrint, established in 2019 and headquartered in Agia Paraskevi, Attiki, specializes in laser bioprinting systems and regenerative medicine. The company's core business involves developing and providing on-site cell printing during surgeries, aiming to facilitate tissue regeneration and advance medical research. PhosPrint's offerings include healthcare technology products that leverage laser bioprinting and biotechnology research, enabling researchers and medical professionals to access innovative tools and procedures to combat diseases and medical conditions.

Metafora biosystems

Grant in 2022
Metafora Biosystems is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative and unmatched ligands known as receptor-binding domains (RBDs) for nutrient transporters. These tools enable the detection of subtle quantitative changes in cell physiology, reflecting metabolic variations caused by factors such as drugs, genetic mutations, cell culture conditions, and diseases. The company's technology offers multiple competitive advantages across various segments of the biomarker market, positioning it as a valuable player in the field of metabolic research and diagnostics.

Antabio

Venture Round in 2022
Antabio is a private biopharmaceutical company based in Labege, France, focused on developing innovative treatments for drug-resistant infections, particularly targeting critical priority pathogens. Founded in 2009, the company specializes in creating novel antibacterial resistance-breakers, including stand-alone inhibitors of bacterial metalloenzymes. These inhibitors are designed to be combined with existing antibiotics, such as carbapenems, to restore their efficacy against the most challenging pathogens responsible for life-threatening infections, including carbapenem-resistant nosocomial pneumonia. Antabio aims to address significant unmet medical needs in the treatment of drug-resistant infections, ultimately providing healthcare professionals with effective medicinal products to combat these critical health challenges. The company has been recognized for its work, receiving a Wellcome Trust Seeding Drug Discovery Award.

Celeris Therapeutics

Grant in 2022
Celeris Therapeutics is an AI-first drug discovery company that focuses on developing proximity-inducing compounds (PICs), particularly PIC degraders, to address high unmet medical needs in diseases like Parkinson's and various cancers. The company has created the Celeris One platform, which utilizes structure-based geometric deep learning to enhance the design and development of degraders by prioritizing specific E3 ligases, designing effective linkers, and selecting optimal compounds for synthesis. Additionally, Celeris Therapeutics operates an in-house automated laboratory that facilitates rapid generation of experimental data for further optimization. The company collaborates with pharmaceutical and biotech firms to discover and develop small-molecule degrader therapies across multiple therapeutic areas, while also advancing its own internal drug pipeline. Celeris Therapeutics maintains offices in Menlo Park, California, and Graz, Austria.

Qubit Pharmaceuticals

Seed Round in 2022
Qubit Pharmaceuticals is a Paris-based drug discovery company established in 2020. It develops a simulation platform that reduces the cost and duration of preclinical development by using proprietary force field models and molecular dynamics to perform virtual screening and visualization, enabling the identification of viable drug candidates. The platform applies quantum physics-inspired modeling to support biopharmaceutical research and aims to translate advanced computational methods into practical tools for drug development.

Elicera Therapeutics

Grant in 2022
Elicera Therapeutics is a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company based in Sweden that focuses on developing innovative cell and gene therapies to treat cancer. The company’s portfolio includes four drug candidates: two oncolytic virus therapies, ELC-100 and ELC-201, and two CAR T-cell treatments, ELC-301 and ELC-401. Additionally, Elicera has developed a universal CAR T-cell technology platform named iTANK (ELC-001), designed to enhance the efficacy of CAR T-cell therapies by enabling a multi-targeted approach against solid tumors. With its commitment to advancing immune-based cancer treatments, Elicera Therapeutics aims to improve outcomes for patients facing various forms of cancer.

Core Biogenesis

Private Equity Round in 2022
Founded in Paris, France in 2020, Core Biogenesis specializes in developing protein production technologies. The company employs proprietary gene editing and plant biotechnology to significantly lower the cost of producing growth factors, which are crucial molecules in clean meat and cell therapy industries.

Scipio Bioscience

Venture Round in 2022
Scipio Bioscience SAS is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, founded in 2017. It specializes in manufacturing benchtop kits that provide innovative sample preparation solutions for single-cell studies. These kits are designed for use in sequencing applications across both clinical and basic research, with a particular focus on transcriptomics. Scipio Bioscience's products enable research laboratories to perform single-cell barcoding in a test tube format, facilitating more precise and efficient analysis in various scientific investigations.

Perha Pharmaceuticals

Grant in 2022
Perha Pharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company dedicated to the research and development of innovative therapies, particularly focusing on kinase inhibitors. The company explores natural marine substances as a foundation for its drug discovery efforts, optimizing molecules derived from marine organisms. Perha Pharmaceuticals aims to address significant medical challenges, including the prevention of cisplatin-induced hearing loss and the treatment of cognitive disorders associated with Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease. Through its targeted approach, the company seeks to provide effective solutions for patients suffering from hearing loss and related cognitive impairments.

Ovagen

Grant in 2022
Ovagen is a biotechnology company specializing in the commercial production of germ-free chicken eggs and birds. Primarily serving the pharmaceutical industry, Ovagen offers contract research services and expertise in specific poultry and rodent research technologies to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

Scipio Bioscience

Grant in 2022
Scipio Bioscience SAS is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, founded in 2017. It specializes in manufacturing benchtop kits that provide innovative sample preparation solutions for single-cell studies. These kits are designed for use in sequencing applications across both clinical and basic research, with a particular focus on transcriptomics. Scipio Bioscience's products enable research laboratories to perform single-cell barcoding in a test tube format, facilitating more precise and efficient analysis in various scientific investigations.

TILT Biotherapeutics

Grant in 2022
TILT Biotherapeutics Ltd is a preclinical stage biotechnology company based in Helsinki, Finland, specializing in the development of genetically modified oncolytic viruses to enhance T-cell therapies for cancer treatment. Established in 2013, the company focuses on utilizing its patented technology to improve tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR-T) therapies, as well as checkpoint inhibiting antibody treatments. TILT Biotherapeutics is advancing products such as TILT-123, TILT-234, and TILT-321, which aim to modify the tumor microenvironment and boost immune responses against cancer. The company's innovative approach holds promise for achieving effective results in treating solid tumors, paralleling the successes seen in hematological tumors.

Core Biogenesis

Venture Round in 2022
Founded in Paris, France in 2020, Core Biogenesis specializes in developing protein production technologies. The company employs proprietary gene editing and plant biotechnology to significantly lower the cost of producing growth factors, which are crucial molecules in clean meat and cell therapy industries.

BrainEver

Grant in 2022
BrainEver is a medical research company focused on developing innovative drugs for neurodegenerative disorders. Building on research by Alain Prochiantz and his team, BrainEver investigates the role of homeoproteins, which are essential for brain development and ongoing neuronal functions. The company hypothesizes that administering homeoproteins can enhance the physiological resilience of neurons and improve clinical symptoms in patients. Among its drug candidates, Engrailed 1 (BREN01) is the most advanced, aimed at treating Parkinson Disease and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Additionally, BrainEver is actively developing a pipeline of four more drug candidates targeting other neurodegenerative conditions, including Huntington Disease and Optic Neuropathies. Through its research and development efforts, BrainEver seeks to provide effective therapeutic options for healthcare practitioners and their patients.

Computomics

Grant in 2022
Founded in 2012, Computomics specializes in molecular data analysis for crop biotechnology companies and scientists. It offers services such as genome assembly, transcriptome studies, functional annotation, reference-free genotyping, DNA methylation analysis, metagenomic analysis, genomic selection, and crop genome consulting.

Core Biogenesis

Grant in 2022
Founded in Paris, France in 2020, Core Biogenesis specializes in developing protein production technologies. The company employs proprietary gene editing and plant biotechnology to significantly lower the cost of producing growth factors, which are crucial molecules in clean meat and cell therapy industries.

Camino Science

Grant in 2022
Camino Science is a biotech company based in Bialystok, Poland, specializing in molecular biology research and the development of innovative biotech tools. The company integrates artificial intelligence into its offerings to support scientific inquiry and advance research capabilities. By focusing on the intersection of biotechnology and technology, Camino Science aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of scientific exploration in various biological fields.

Nagi Bioscience

Grant in 2022
Nagi Bioscience develops automated testing devices that use Caenorhabditis elegans worms to screen molecules for pharmaceutical, chemical and cosmetic applications. Its Organism-on-Chip platform combines whole-organism biology with an automated in vitro workflow for culture, treatment, and multi-parametric analysis, enabling toxicity testing, drug discovery, and anthelmintic screening. The technology links in vivo worm models with a fully automated platform to observe biological responses that emerge at the whole-organism level. The company is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Betalin Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2022
Betalin Therapeutics is a privately-held company dedicated to developing innovative cell therapy solutions for insulin-dependent diabetes through its Engineered Micro-Pancreas (EMP) technology. This platform combines harvested pancreatic islets, known as Islets of Langerhans, with a proprietary biological micro-environment designed to support these cells. The EMP aims to offer an alternative to traditional insulin therapy, potentially eliminating the need for insulin injections and glucose monitoring in patients. Following promising in-vitro and preliminary in-vivo results, Betalin Therapeutics is focused on optimizing the therapy using animal models and preparing to submit an Investigational New Drug (IND) application to the FDA in anticipation of advancing to clinical trials.

VBL Therapeutics

Post in 2021
VBL Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel treatments for cancer and immune-inflammatory diseases. The company utilizes two proprietary platform technologies that harness the body's natural physiological and genetic regulatory elements. Its lead product candidate, VB-111, is a gene-based biologic aimed at treating solid tumors, specifically recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. In addition to its oncology efforts, VBL Therapeutics is pursuing programs that target anti-inflammatory diseases, leveraging its Lecinoxoid platform technology. The company's diverse portfolio reflects its commitment to advancing innovative therapeutic solutions in the biopharmaceutical landscape.

VBL Therapeutics

Grant in 2021
VBL Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel treatments for cancer and immune-inflammatory diseases. The company utilizes two proprietary platform technologies that harness the body's natural physiological and genetic regulatory elements. Its lead product candidate, VB-111, is a gene-based biologic aimed at treating solid tumors, specifically recurrent glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. In addition to its oncology efforts, VBL Therapeutics is pursuing programs that target anti-inflammatory diseases, leveraging its Lecinoxoid platform technology. The company's diverse portfolio reflects its commitment to advancing innovative therapeutic solutions in the biopharmaceutical landscape.

Perha Pharmaceuticals

Seed Round in 2021
Perha Pharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company dedicated to the research and development of innovative therapies, particularly focusing on kinase inhibitors. The company explores natural marine substances as a foundation for its drug discovery efforts, optimizing molecules derived from marine organisms. Perha Pharmaceuticals aims to address significant medical challenges, including the prevention of cisplatin-induced hearing loss and the treatment of cognitive disorders associated with Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease. Through its targeted approach, the company seeks to provide effective solutions for patients suffering from hearing loss and related cognitive impairments.

EVerZom

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2019, EVerZom is a Paris-based biotech company specializing in nanomedicine. It develops and manufactures extracellular vesicles (exosomes, microvesicles, apoptotic bodies) at commercial scale under Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards for pharmaceutical applications in regenerative medicine and drug delivery.

Computomics

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2012, Computomics specializes in molecular data analysis for crop biotechnology companies and scientists. It offers services such as genome assembly, transcriptome studies, functional annotation, reference-free genotyping, DNA methylation analysis, metagenomic analysis, genomic selection, and crop genome consulting.

enGenome

Grant in 2021
enGenome is a bioinformatics company that provides accurate omics-based reports to physicians. Its platform automates variant interpretation guidelines, reducing the number of variants of uncertain significance (VUS) and enabling geneticists to detect pathogenic genomic variants with accuracy and speed. This improves diagnosis and treatment processes for patients with genetic diseases.

LiMM Therapeutics

Grant in 2021
LiMM Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutic agents aimed at preserving health and addressing inflammatory, infectious, and metabolic diseases. The company leverages the molecular interactions between neuronal cells and innate lymphoid cells to create products that regulate immune responses and combat infections. By bridging advancements in neural sensing and immunology, LiMM Therapeutics aims to unlock new therapeutic solutions that can significantly benefit patients. Its research emphasizes the neuronal-derived regulation of immune cell activity within peripheral tissues, contributing to the development of a robust pipeline of novel treatments.

Sequentia Biotech

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2013 by Walter Sanseverino and Riccardo Aiese Cigliano, Sequentia Biotech is a bioinformatics company that transforms genomic data into actionable knowledge for academic research, plant/animal breeding, and biomedicine. With over 30 clients and partners, including public/private research centers, companies, and hospitals, Sequentia participates in more than 160 R&D projects and maintains two open-source biodata banks.

Next Generation Sensors

Grant in 2021
Next Generation Sensors is a biotech business that creates mass spectrometers for commercial uses in the life sciences. Finding rapid, accurate screening information for potential health, security, and environmental hazards relies on. By bringing the lab to the sample with portable, sensitive, accurate, and user-friendly technology for quick detection of dangerous compounds in our food, bodies, and environment, offers answers for a safer future.

Adivo

Grant in 2021
Adivo GmbH is a veterinary biotechnology company based in Planegg, Germany, that focuses on developing species-specific therapeutic antibodies for companion animals, particularly dogs. The company aims to address serious diseases in pets while also exploring the potential for therapies applicable to other species. Adivo utilizes a new, fully synthetic, dog-specific drug library to isolate antibodies with optimal properties through phage display technology. The team at Adivo brings extensive experience from the development of human therapeutic antibodies, leveraging this expertise to innovate within the field of veterinary medicine. As a spin-off of MorphoSys AG, Adivo is positioned to advance therapeutic options for pets, contributing to improved health outcomes in companion animals.

Sequentia Biotech

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2013 by Walter Sanseverino and Riccardo Aiese Cigliano, Sequentia Biotech is a bioinformatics company that transforms genomic data into actionable knowledge for academic research, plant/animal breeding, and biomedicine. With over 30 clients and partners, including public/private research centers, companies, and hospitals, Sequentia participates in more than 160 R&D projects and maintains two open-source biodata banks.

Adivo

Venture Round in 2021
Adivo GmbH is a veterinary biotechnology company based in Planegg, Germany, that focuses on developing species-specific therapeutic antibodies for companion animals, particularly dogs. The company aims to address serious diseases in pets while also exploring the potential for therapies applicable to other species. Adivo utilizes a new, fully synthetic, dog-specific drug library to isolate antibodies with optimal properties through phage display technology. The team at Adivo brings extensive experience from the development of human therapeutic antibodies, leveraging this expertise to innovate within the field of veterinary medicine. As a spin-off of MorphoSys AG, Adivo is positioned to advance therapeutic options for pets, contributing to improved health outcomes in companion animals.

Epigene Labs

Grant in 2021
Epigene Labs SAS is a biotechnology firm focused on enhancing precision oncology through its advanced technology platform that utilizes artificial intelligence. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Paris, France, with an additional office in Boston, Massachusetts, the company addresses the significant challenges of aggregating, analyzing, and visualizing extensive genomic data in cancer research. By integrating proprietary data from partners with publicly available datasets, Epigene Labs provides medical researchers with actionable insights and user-friendly analytics. The company collaborates with leading cancer centers and prominent biotech firms to develop intelligence-augmenting services that support drug discovery and research in precision oncology. Its innovative approach aims to transform genomic data into effective strategies for targeted cancer therapies.

Aviwell

Seed Round in 2021
Aviwell is a company focused on enhancing animal health and growth through the development of natural and sustainable solutions. Utilizing a microbiota-based platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Aviwell operates at the intersection of digital and life sciences. The company aims to provide insights that improve animal health and performance while addressing the agri-food industry's challenges in sustainably feeding a growing global population. By prioritizing health and sustainability, Aviwell seeks to offer effective solutions at a reduced cost, ultimately contributing to better nourishment for the planet.

RemedyBio

Venture Round in 2021
RemedyBio is an Irish biotechnology company specializing in immunology-focused drug discovery and development. It has pioneered innovative approaches to understanding the immune system and identifying new therapies.

Synovance

Grant in 2021
Synovance is a company focused on the bio-based economy, utilizing plant-derived resources to create a variety of products, including fuels, chemicals, materials, food, and feed. The company specializes in the development of bio-produced textile dyes and engineered organisms that can efficiently convert biomass into these essential materials. By creating customized strains and secondary genomes tailored for specific applications, Synovance enables manufacturing industries to meet diverse functional requirements across multiple sectors. This innovative approach positions Synovance as a forward-thinking player in the sustainable production of essential goods.

Perseus Biomics

Grant in 2021
Perseus Biomics develops microbiome analysis technology to monitor microbiome status and function, quantifying its impact on human life. It offers a benchtop device and microbiome profiling services using optical mapping-based technology, enabling researchers and clinicians to perform strain‑level microbiome analysis with high sensitivity, specificity, and reproducibility.

Delmic

Grant in 2021
Delmic is a company specializing in correlative light and electron microscopy technology, catering to the needs of life and materials science research. It offers a range of advanced services, including cathodoluminescence, integrated and automated cryo-electron tomography workflows, and rapid electron microscopy solutions designed for reliability and high throughput. By providing integrated correlative microscopy, Delmic equips researchers and organizations with effective and user-friendly tools, enabling them to obtain insights more efficiently and with greater ease.

Synovance

Venture Round in 2021
Synovance is a company focused on the bio-based economy, utilizing plant-derived resources to create a variety of products, including fuels, chemicals, materials, food, and feed. The company specializes in the development of bio-produced textile dyes and engineered organisms that can efficiently convert biomass into these essential materials. By creating customized strains and secondary genomes tailored for specific applications, Synovance enables manufacturing industries to meet diverse functional requirements across multiple sectors. This innovative approach positions Synovance as a forward-thinking player in the sustainable production of essential goods.

Perseus Biomics

Venture Round in 2021
Perseus Biomics develops microbiome analysis technology to monitor microbiome status and function, quantifying its impact on human life. It offers a benchtop device and microbiome profiling services using optical mapping-based technology, enabling researchers and clinicians to perform strain‑level microbiome analysis with high sensitivity, specificity, and reproducibility.

Glycanostics

Grant in 2021
Glycanostics is a start-up focused on developing innovative cancer diagnostic tests, specifically targeting prostate cancer. The company specializes in creating clinically validated and registered non-invasive liquid biopsy tests that analyze glycan changes on proteins, such as prostate-specific antigen (PSA). This technology aims to deliver accurate and affordable diagnostic solutions, assisting healthcare professionals in making informed decisions regarding the necessity of biopsies and monitoring patients post-biopsy. Through its advancements in cancer diagnostics, Glycanostics seeks to improve early detection and patient outcomes.

Hoba Therapeutics

Grant in 2021
Hoba Therapeutics is focused on developing innovative biopharmaceuticals aimed at treating neuropathic pain and central nervous system disorders. The company is advancing a novel therapeutic protein designed to target specific cells, providing medical practitioners with effective and safe options for managing chronic pain and hearing loss. Through its research and development efforts, Hoba Therapeutics seeks to deliver disease-modifying treatments that enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from neuropathic pain.

Qubit Pharmaceuticals

Grant in 2021
Qubit Pharmaceuticals is a Paris-based drug discovery company established in 2020. It develops a simulation platform that reduces the cost and duration of preclinical development by using proprietary force field models and molecular dynamics to perform virtual screening and visualization, enabling the identification of viable drug candidates. The platform applies quantum physics-inspired modeling to support biopharmaceutical research and aims to translate advanced computational methods into practical tools for drug development.

Deep Branch Biotechnology

Grant in 2020
Deep Branch Biotechnology Ltd., founded in 2018 and based in Nottingham, United Kingdom, specializes in carbon recycling services aimed at creating sustainable food ingredients. The company employs a proprietary gas fermentation platform that utilizes clean and renewable carbon and energy sources to produce bio-based products for the food and feed markets. By focusing on customer-driven research and development, Deep Branch rapidly delivers high-quality ingredients while collaborating with local providers to ensure sustainable input supplies and support local economies. Its approach includes integrating with carbon dioxide suppliers to deploy its technology efficiently, contributing to a reduction in carbon footprints by up to 60% compared to traditional alternatives. This innovative model allows Deep Branch to create locally-produced ingredients that require no arable land and minimal water, effectively addressing climate change and biodiversity loss while ensuring that consumers do not have to compromise on nutrition or quality.

Exeliom

Grant in 2020
Exeliom is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Dijon, France, focused on developing innovative microbial therapies that utilize commensal bacteria as therapeutic agents. Founded in 2016, Exeliom aims to unlock the therapeutic potential of gut microbiota to enhance health and longevity. The company specializes in creating a new class of medicines known as Live Biotherapeutics, which are designed to deliver microbiome-based immunotherapy for conditions such as inflammatory bowel diseases and cancer, with an initial focus on Crohn's Disease. By harnessing the role of microbiota in the immune system, Exeliom strives to provide patients with advanced treatments that improve their quality of life.

LiMM Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2020
LiMM Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutic agents aimed at preserving health and addressing inflammatory, infectious, and metabolic diseases. The company leverages the molecular interactions between neuronal cells and innate lymphoid cells to create products that regulate immune responses and combat infections. By bridging advancements in neural sensing and immunology, LiMM Therapeutics aims to unlock new therapeutic solutions that can significantly benefit patients. Its research emphasizes the neuronal-derived regulation of immune cell activity within peripheral tissues, contributing to the development of a robust pipeline of novel treatments.

SiriusXT

Grant in 2020
SiriusXT Limited is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of soft x-ray microscopes, specifically the SXT system. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, SiriusXT's innovative technology utilizes a vacuum-based laser-produced plasma light source to enable high-resolution imaging of biological samples. The SXT system is designed for researchers in disease research and drug discovery, providing a crucial tool for visualizing the 3D internal structures of cells in their native, fully hydrated state without the need for stains or contrast agents. This capability is essential for understanding disease pathways, protein-drug interactions, and bio-engineering processes. SiriusXT is recognized for offering the world's first high-throughput, benchtop soft x-ray tomography system, allowing users to produce detailed tomographs quickly and efficiently.

Ilya Pharma

Grant in 2020
Ilya Pharma AB, established in 2016 and headquartered in Uppsala, Sweden, specializes in developing biological drugs for treating skin and mucosal wounds. The company's innovative approach involves genetically modifying lactic acid bacteria, commonly found in yogurt, to produce substances that accelerate wound healing. Ilya Pharma focuses on both acute and chronic wounds, with a particular emphasis on addressing the unique challenges faced by diabetic patients.
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