Draupnir Bio
Seed Round in 2024
Draupnir Bio is focused on developing innovative cholesterol-lowering medications that aim to prevent heart blood clots more effectively than existing treatments. The company leverages a platform technology that explores the glycome to create novel therapeutics through advanced techniques in array technology, protein chemistry, and carbohydrate chemistry. Draupnir Bio specializes in synthesizing, screening, and selecting potent heparan sulfate glycomimetic drug candidates that address cardiovascular, inflammatory, and infectious diseases. Additionally, the company is working on protein degraders that target extracellular disease proteins, which could potentially address a wide range of unmet therapeutic needs across various medical conditions, providing more convenient treatment options compared to traditional injectable therapies.
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.
Provable Markets
Series A in 2024
Provable Markets is a financial services company that offers market participants a secure, unified, and pragmatic access point for cash and synthetic equity finance trading. The company has developed an SEC registered Alternative Trading System (ATS) named Aurora. Provable Markets aims to create a paradigm shift in how financial markets operate, with a focus on transparency and solving some of the biggest challenges in the financial industry. The company has a community of passionate people working towards these goals.
Onward is a medical technology company focused on developing therapies aimed at enabling functional recovery for individuals with spinal cord injuries. The company is creating an Implantable Neuro-stimulation System (INS) that features real-time motion feedback and utilizes training tools for rehabilitation. Onward has developed two platforms for neurostimulation: ARCIM, an implantable system, and ARCEX, a non-invasive transcutaneous system. To establish its customer base, Onward has targeted the United States and four European markets, namely Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands.
Silverflow
Series A in 2023
Founded in 2019, Silverflow is a Dutch company specializing in cloud-based payment processing technology. It offers direct access to card networks for payment service providers (PSPs), enabling them to accelerate innovation, gain real-time insights into transaction fees, and acquire smart data directly from the networks.
NMD Pharma
Series B in 2023
NMD Pharma A/S is a clinical-stage biotech company based in Aarhus, Denmark, focused on developing small molecules to enhance neuromuscular transmission for the treatment of orphan motor neuron diseases, such as myasthenia gravis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and spinal muscular atrophy. The company's lead candidate, NMD670, is currently undergoing clinical trials aimed at alleviating the symptoms of myasthenia gravis. Utilizing a translational muscle electrophysiology platform, NMD Pharma leverages its expertise in muscle physiology to design innovative therapeutics that address significant unmet medical needs in neuromuscular disorders. The company aims to improve the quality of life and survival rates for patients affected by these debilitating conditions.
Anavo Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2023
Anavo Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on systematically drugging phosphatases, a historically undruggable target space. The company applies a platform that combines phosphatase biology with drug discovery to develop first-in-class, phosphatase-targeted therapies, including allosteric modulators. In oncology, Anavo is pursuing multiple proprietary programs and aims to build a robust pipeline across several indications. The organization also seeks partnerships to advance its platform and attract scientific expertise in phosphatase-driven disease biology, enabling the development of therapies that modulate phosphatase activity to address unmet medical needs.
QurAlis Corporation
Series B in 2023
QurAlis Corporation is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based clinical-stage biotechnology company developing precision therapeutics for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and other neurodegenerative diseases. It focuses on drugs that directly target disease-causing genetic alterations using proprietary platforms and biomarkers to identify and treat patients with specific genetic mutations, aiming to halt disease progression and improve outcomes.
Quantum Motion
Series B in 2023
Quantum Motion Technologies is developing a universal quantum computer using Silicon-based CMOS processes. Its focus lies in creating scalable arrays of qubits, aiming to develop quantum computing architectures compatible with existing silicon processing methods.
Happeo is a next-generation intranet platform that unifies internal communications and knowledge management. It offers a user-friendly template-based page builder and integrations with various company tools, enabling universal search across all platforms. This streamlined approach has led to adoption rates three times the industry average, making it a preferred choice for market leaders like Doctolib, GANT, and Marqeta.
Baserow
Seed Round in 2022
Baserow is a no‑code, open‑source database platform that lets non‑technical teams capture, organize, and analyze data to drive business insights and automate processes. Its intuitive interface and robust features simplify data management and enhance collaboration across IT, operations, data, HR, and marketing functions. The platform is offered as both cloud and self‑hosted solutions, allowing organizations to meet security and regulatory requirements. Baserow is AI‑agnostic, enabling seamless integration with any AI model to enrich data, automate tasks, and boost productivity.
Precirix is a biotechnology company based in Brussels, Belgium, focused on the development of radio-immunotherapeutic drugs aimed at treating cancer patients. Established in 2014, the company utilizes the unique properties of the camelid immune system to create targeted therapies. Its innovative approach involves using antigen-binding fragments to deliver therapeutic radioisotopes directly to specific receptors on cancer cells. This method allows for a more personalized treatment option, enhancing the effectiveness of cancer therapies while minimizing damage to healthy tissue. Precirix is dedicated to advancing the field of oncology through its specialized drug development, contributing to improved outcomes for patients with various types of cancer.
ChannelEngine
Series B in 2022
ChannelEngine is a SaaS platform that connects businesses with international marketplaces and sales channels. It optimizes sales, minimizes time, and maximizes profit and reach through automated order and return systems, advanced management tools, and a rich partner ecosystem.
Scenic Biotech
Series A in 2022
Scenic Biotech develops genomics and immunotherapy technologies to unlock genetic suppressors as new drug targets for cancer and rare genetic diseases. The company focuses on disease suppressing genes that can counteract disease-causing mutations, enabling rapid identification and validation of novel targets for medicines. By leveraging genomics to identify modifiers that suppress or block the effects of harmful genes, Scenic Biotech aims to create disease-modifying therapies that address the genetic drivers of severe illnesses.
TargED Biopharmaceuticals
Series A in 2022
TargED Biopharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative biological drugs aimed at enhancing the treatment of thrombosis. The company utilizes small antibodies, known as VhH, to deliver enzymes directly to the sites of thrombus, facilitating targeted thrombolysis. This approach allows for effective treatment regardless of the blood clot's composition, thereby enabling healthcare professionals to accelerate patient care and improve outcomes for those affected by thrombosis.
NMD Pharma
Venture Round in 2022
NMD Pharma A/S is a clinical-stage biotech company based in Aarhus, Denmark, focused on developing small molecules to enhance neuromuscular transmission for the treatment of orphan motor neuron diseases, such as myasthenia gravis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and spinal muscular atrophy. The company's lead candidate, NMD670, is currently undergoing clinical trials aimed at alleviating the symptoms of myasthenia gravis. Utilizing a translational muscle electrophysiology platform, NMD Pharma leverages its expertise in muscle physiology to design innovative therapeutics that address significant unmet medical needs in neuromuscular disorders. The company aims to improve the quality of life and survival rates for patients affected by these debilitating conditions.
Ambagon Therapeutics
Series A in 2022
Ambagon Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing small-molecule therapeutics for cancer treatment. The company specializes in research aimed at stabilizing the interactions of oncogenic proteins, which are often difficult to modulate with traditional methods. By selectively enhancing the activity of tumor-suppressing proteins associated with transcription factors and oncoproteins, Ambagon aims to provide new therapeutic options for addressing significant unmet clinical needs in oncology. Founded by Christian Ottmann, Lucas Brunsveld, and Michelle Arkin, the company is dedicated to advancing innovative solutions in cancer care.
ViCentra B.V., based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, specializes in the development of medical devices, particularly for diabetes management. The company focuses on creating user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing products that aim to enhance the overall experience for individuals managing their health. ViCentra emphasizes the importance of excellent customer experiences and approaches product design with the belief that simplicity and effectiveness lead to better health outcomes. In addition to its operations in the Netherlands, ViCentra also has a presence in the UK, where it continues to innovate in the field of medical devices through dedicated research and development efforts.
Silverflow
Series A in 2021
Founded in 2019, Silverflow is a Dutch company specializing in cloud-based payment processing technology. It offers direct access to card networks for payment service providers (PSPs), enabling them to accelerate innovation, gain real-time insights into transaction fees, and acquire smart data directly from the networks.
Shapeways Holdings
Post in 2021
Shapeways Holdings Inc. is a 3D printing marketplace and community that enables individuals to create, buy, and sell custom products. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Eindhoven and Seattle, the company offers a wide range of products across various categories, including art, fashion, home goods, gadgets, games, jewelry, and miniatures. Shapeways operates on a model of on-demand printing, allowing for the customization and personalization of each order. By providing access to advanced 3D printing technology, the platform empowers users to turn their ideas into physical products, fostering creativity and entrepreneurship. Shapeways aims to democratize the manufacturing process by fully digitizing it, making industrial-grade additive manufacturing accessible to a broader audience.
Calypso Biotech
Series A in 2021
Calypso Biotech SA is an immunotherapy biotechnology company based in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, founded in 2013 as a spin-off from Merck Serono. The company specializes in the discovery and development of monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating immune pathologies and addressing significant unmet medical needs. Calypso Biotech focuses on innovative therapies for autoimmune diseases, particularly those affecting patients with severe gastrointestinal conditions such as gastric and pancreatic cancer. The company operates as a semi-virtual organization, leveraging a highly experienced management team with extensive expertise in drug development and a robust scientific network to enhance value for its investors through a portfolio of proprietary antibody candidates.
Cardior Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2021
Cardior Pharmaceuticals GmbH is a biotechnology company based in Hanover, Germany, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing non-coding RNA-based therapeutics aimed at treating and preventing heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in the western world. Its primary focus is on CDR-132X, an oligonucleotide-based inhibitor that targets a critical microRNA responsible for pathological changes in the heart resulting from stress or injury. Through its innovative approach, Cardior Pharmaceuticals seeks to address significant unmet medical needs in cardiovascular health.
Castor is an international health-tech company that provides a cloud-based clinical data platform designed to streamline the clinical trial process for researchers globally. Founded by CEO Derk Arts, MD, Ph.D., the platform is utilized by over 50,000 researchers in 90 countries, supporting more than 4,000 studies across diverse therapeutic areas, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, infectious diseases, and oncology. Castor's platform facilitates the collection and analysis of extensive data from both traditional and remote trials, having reached significant milestones such as 180 million data points and 2 million enrolled patients. The company's mission is to make research data reusable, thereby enabling AI-driven clinical trials and enhancing the overall impact of data within the medical research community.
Urban Sports Club
Venture Round in 2021
Urban Sports Club operates a membership-based platform that provides access to fitness studios, classes, and health activities through an extensive network of partner facilities across Europe. The service offers a flexible sports flat-rate with access to more than 50 activity types and over 10,000 partner venues in multiple European countries, supporting both individual and corporate users to pursue varied workouts, team sports, wellness, and related activities under one membership.
Sentinels
Seed Round in 2021
Sentinels is an AI-powered startup specializing in transaction monitoring solutions for the financial industry. The company offers a cloud-based platform that enhances compliance efforts for fintech companies by providing data-driven insights to combat money laundering and other illegal activities. By optimizing anti-money laundering processes, Sentinels enables compliance experts to gain real-time, actionable information, thereby improving the effectiveness of their monitoring efforts.
Onward
Venture Round in 2021
Onward is a medical technology company focused on developing therapies aimed at enabling functional recovery for individuals with spinal cord injuries. The company is creating an Implantable Neuro-stimulation System (INS) that features real-time motion feedback and utilizes training tools for rehabilitation. Onward has developed two platforms for neurostimulation: ARCIM, an implantable system, and ARCEX, a non-invasive transcutaneous system. To establish its customer base, Onward has targeted the United States and four European markets, namely Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands.
Anavo Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2021
Anavo Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on systematically drugging phosphatases, a historically undruggable target space. The company applies a platform that combines phosphatase biology with drug discovery to develop first-in-class, phosphatase-targeted therapies, including allosteric modulators. In oncology, Anavo is pursuing multiple proprietary programs and aims to build a robust pipeline across several indications. The organization also seeks partnerships to advance its platform and attract scientific expertise in phosphatase-driven disease biology, enabling the development of therapies that modulate phosphatase activity to address unmet medical needs.
Lengoo provides an enterprise language platform and tools that enable organizations to develop and manage AI-powered language models at scale. Built around its HALOS full-stack technology, the company emphasizes IT security and IP protection, privacy controls, and seamless integration capabilities. Lengoo offers language data tools and applications, including Flow and a robust API, to automate language tasks and support a wide range of office workflows. Serving global enterprises, Lengoo helps organizations tailor AI models to their language needs while maintaining data privacy and security, empowering employees with a trusted virtual AI partner and driving efficiency and growth.
ChannelEngine
Series A in 2021
ChannelEngine is a SaaS platform that connects businesses with international marketplaces and sales channels. It optimizes sales, minimizes time, and maximizes profit and reach through automated order and return systems, advanced management tools, and a rich partner ecosystem.
EclecticIQ
Series C in 2020
EclecticIQ is a company specializing in threat intelligence and cybersecurity solutions. It develops advanced technology for threat hunting and response, aimed at enhancing organizations' defenses against cyber adversaries. The company's platform integrates and interprets intelligence data sourced from open sources, commercial suppliers, and industry partnerships. This enables enterprises to bolster their detection, prevention, and response capabilities by embedding actionable intelligence into their cybersecurity infrastructures. Through its offerings, EclecticIQ strives to empower organizations to effectively combat evolving cyber threats.
Silverflow
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2019, Silverflow is a Dutch company specializing in cloud-based payment processing technology. It offers direct access to card networks for payment service providers (PSPs), enabling them to accelerate innovation, gain real-time insights into transaction fees, and acquire smart data directly from the networks.
Salvia BioElectronics
Series A in 2020
Salvia BioElectronics B.V., founded in 2017 and based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, specializes in developing bioelectronic therapies aimed at alleviating chronic neurological diseases, particularly chronic migraines. The company seeks to deliver innovative, drug-free solutions that restore health while minimizing side effects. The name "Salvia," derived from the Latin word for health, reflects the company's commitment to well-being, paralleling the historical use of the Salvia plant in treating ailments like headaches and mental disorders. Salvia BioElectronics is driven by a team of experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds in the medical device industry, including notable companies such as Medtronic and Philips, who collaborate to make effective bioelectronic treatments widely accessible.
Castor is an international health-tech company that provides a cloud-based clinical data platform designed to streamline the clinical trial process for researchers globally. Founded by CEO Derk Arts, MD, Ph.D., the platform is utilized by over 50,000 researchers in 90 countries, supporting more than 4,000 studies across diverse therapeutic areas, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, infectious diseases, and oncology. Castor's platform facilitates the collection and analysis of extensive data from both traditional and remote trials, having reached significant milestones such as 180 million data points and 2 million enrolled patients. The company's mission is to make research data reusable, thereby enabling AI-driven clinical trials and enhancing the overall impact of data within the medical research community.
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.
ViCentra
Venture Round in 2020
ViCentra B.V., based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, specializes in the development of medical devices, particularly for diabetes management. The company focuses on creating user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing products that aim to enhance the overall experience for individuals managing their health. ViCentra emphasizes the importance of excellent customer experiences and approaches product design with the belief that simplicity and effectiveness lead to better health outcomes. In addition to its operations in the Netherlands, ViCentra also has a presence in the UK, where it continues to innovate in the field of medical devices through dedicated research and development efforts.
VarmX is a pharmaceutical spin-off from the Leiden University Medical Center, focused on the development and manufacturing of therapeutic proteins aimed at restoring blood clotting in patients experiencing bleeding. The company's lead product, PseudoXa, is a modified recombinant human coagulation factor X that can promptly reinstate blood clotting in patients using direct factor Xa anticoagulants, such as rivaroxaban, apixaban, and edoxaban. These anticoagulants, commonly prescribed for the prevention and treatment of thrombosis and stroke, often lead to severe bleeding as a side effect. PseudoXa addresses this critical issue by effectively stopping and preventing bleeding, thereby enhancing the safety of anticoagulant therapy for millions of patients worldwide.
Happeo is a next-generation intranet platform that unifies internal communications and knowledge management. It offers a user-friendly template-based page builder and integrations with various company tools, enabling universal search across all platforms. This streamlined approach has led to adoption rates three times the industry average, making it a preferred choice for market leaders like Doctolib, GANT, and Marqeta.
Quantum Motion
Series A in 2020
Quantum Motion Technologies is developing a universal quantum computer using Silicon-based CMOS processes. Its focus lies in creating scalable arrays of qubits, aiming to develop quantum computing architectures compatible with existing silicon processing methods.
QurAlis Corporation
Series A in 2020
QurAlis Corporation is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based clinical-stage biotechnology company developing precision therapeutics for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and other neurodegenerative diseases. It focuses on drugs that directly target disease-causing genetic alterations using proprietary platforms and biomarkers to identify and treat patients with specific genetic mutations, aiming to halt disease progression and improve outcomes.
Remote is a global HR solutions provider that facilitates international hiring and payroll management for distributed teams. They offer a platform designed to help companies recruit top talent worldwide, ensuring compliance with local laws while streamlining project allocation and payments. This enables businesses to expand their workforce globally, enhancing productivity and employment opportunities.
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.
Draupnir Bio
Seed Round in 2019
Draupnir Bio is focused on developing innovative cholesterol-lowering medications that aim to prevent heart blood clots more effectively than existing treatments. The company leverages a platform technology that explores the glycome to create novel therapeutics through advanced techniques in array technology, protein chemistry, and carbohydrate chemistry. Draupnir Bio specializes in synthesizing, screening, and selecting potent heparan sulfate glycomimetic drug candidates that address cardiovascular, inflammatory, and infectious diseases. Additionally, the company is working on protein degraders that target extracellular disease proteins, which could potentially address a wide range of unmet therapeutic needs across various medical conditions, providing more convenient treatment options compared to traditional injectable therapies.
Cashforce
Series A in 2019
Cashforce BV, established in 2013, is a Belgian company with offices in Antwerp, New York, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and London. It specializes in a smart cash flow management and forecasting platform, enabling users to predict cash inflows and outflows across multiple companies, bank accounts, and currencies. The platform integrates seamlessly with various ERPs and banking systems, providing detailed transaction-level insights and AI-based cash flow scenario simulations. Cashforce serves multinational corporations across diverse industries in over 120 countries, empowering CFOs, finance teams, and treasury departments to enhance cash visibility, optimize working capital, and make data-driven decisions.
EclecticIQ
Corporate Round in 2019
EclecticIQ is a company specializing in threat intelligence and cybersecurity solutions. It develops advanced technology for threat hunting and response, aimed at enhancing organizations' defenses against cyber adversaries. The company's platform integrates and interprets intelligence data sourced from open sources, commercial suppliers, and industry partnerships. This enables enterprises to bolster their detection, prevention, and response capabilities by embedding actionable intelligence into their cybersecurity infrastructures. Through its offerings, EclecticIQ strives to empower organizations to effectively combat evolving cyber threats.
Urban Sports Club
Venture Round in 2019
Urban Sports Club operates a membership-based platform that provides access to fitness studios, classes, and health activities through an extensive network of partner facilities across Europe. The service offers a flexible sports flat-rate with access to more than 50 activity types and over 10,000 partner venues in multiple European countries, supporting both individual and corporate users to pursue varied workouts, team sports, wellness, and related activities under one membership.
Comet Therapeutics
Series A in 2019
Comet Therapeutics, established in 2018 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in developing novel small-molecule treatments for various diseases, with a focus on orphan neurological disorders. The company's core technology is its CoEnzyme metabolism platform, which aims to restore dysregulated CoEnzyme A metabolism, thereby addressing significant unmet medical needs in these areas.
Withlocals
Series B in 2019
Withlocals is a global marketplace founded in 2013 that specializes in personalized travel experiences through private tours and activities led by local hosts. Offering over 1,200 fully customizable options in numerous international cities, Withlocals connects travelers with approximately 900 verified local hosts, allowing for authentic cultural experiences tailored to individual interests such as food, music, and sports. The platform seeks to provide an affordable alternative to traditional tourism by facilitating direct communication between hosts and travelers, enabling users to explore destinations off the beaten path. Withlocals aims to foster connections between people and cultures, enhancing the overall travel experience.
Calypso Biotech
Series A in 2019
Calypso Biotech SA is an immunotherapy biotechnology company based in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, founded in 2013 as a spin-off from Merck Serono. The company specializes in the discovery and development of monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating immune pathologies and addressing significant unmet medical needs. Calypso Biotech focuses on innovative therapies for autoimmune diseases, particularly those affecting patients with severe gastrointestinal conditions such as gastric and pancreatic cancer. The company operates as a semi-virtual organization, leveraging a highly experienced management team with extensive expertise in drug development and a robust scientific network to enhance value for its investors through a portfolio of proprietary antibody candidates.
Aidence specializes in AI-powered software for lung cancer diagnosis. Their flagship product, Veye Lung Nodules, aids in pulmonary nodule management using CT scans, currently employed in routine practice and screening programs across Europe.
GeoPhy is a developer of an artificial intelligence-based property analytics platform that enhances the commercial real estate sector by providing instant and accurate property valuations. The company leverages a combination of traditional and alternative data sources, along with machine learning, to deliver insights that help real estate professionals understand property values and the factors influencing them. By sizing market opportunities according to specific criteria and offering comprehensive property overviews, GeoPhy aims to make commercial real estate more transparent, efficient, and responsive. Its solutions assist clients in identifying opportunities and managing risks, thereby streamlining decision-making within the industry.
Polarsteps
Series A in 2019
Polarsteps offers a travel planning, tracking, and sharing platform that automatically records routes and places visited while on the move. When online, it uploads travel routes, key locations, and photos to a personal page where the journey is plotted on a world map. The service enables travelers to organize trips into albums and share memories with friends and family.
GitLab Inc. is a software development company that provides a comprehensive DevSecOps platform designed to enhance the software development lifecycle. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, GitLab offers its services through a single application, which includes tools for version control, continuous integration and deployment, code reviews, issue tracking, and collaboration. This unified platform allows organizations to efficiently plan, build, secure, and deploy software while ensuring visibility and control throughout the process. GitLab serves a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to large enterprises, with an estimated 30 million registered users globally. The company operates on an all-remote model, employing over 1,350 team members across more than 65 countries. GitLab is built on open-source principles and benefits from a vibrant community of developers, continuously driving innovations in the DevOps space.
Castor is an international health-tech company that provides a cloud-based clinical data platform designed to streamline the clinical trial process for researchers globally. Founded by CEO Derk Arts, MD, Ph.D., the platform is utilized by over 50,000 researchers in 90 countries, supporting more than 4,000 studies across diverse therapeutic areas, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, infectious diseases, and oncology. Castor's platform facilitates the collection and analysis of extensive data from both traditional and remote trials, having reached significant milestones such as 180 million data points and 2 million enrolled patients. The company's mission is to make research data reusable, thereby enabling AI-driven clinical trials and enhancing the overall impact of data within the medical research community.
Rainier Therapeutics
Series B in 2018
Rainier Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing targeted therapies for bladder cancer. The company specializes in Vofatamab, a human monoclonal antibody designed to specifically block the activity of fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3). This innovative treatment aims to improve outcomes for patients with both early-stage and metastatic bladder cancer. Founded in 2010 and based in San Leandro, California, Rainier Therapeutics was previously known as BioClin Therapeutics, Inc. before rebranding in November 2018. Through its advanced therapeutic technology, Rainier Therapeutics seeks to enhance treatment options for those affected by this challenging disease.
OneFit is a fitness aggregator that offers users access to a wide variety of gyms and studios through a single monthly membership. This all-in-one sports membership allows individuals to explore different fitness options, including various workout classes and training environments, without the need for multiple subscriptions. By streamlining the fitness experience, OneFit caters to a diverse clientele seeking flexibility and convenience in their workout routines.
Shapeways Holdings
Series E in 2018
Shapeways Holdings Inc. is a 3D printing marketplace and community that enables individuals to create, buy, and sell custom products. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Eindhoven and Seattle, the company offers a wide range of products across various categories, including art, fashion, home goods, gadgets, games, jewelry, and miniatures. Shapeways operates on a model of on-demand printing, allowing for the customization and personalization of each order. By providing access to advanced 3D printing technology, the platform empowers users to turn their ideas into physical products, fostering creativity and entrepreneurship. Shapeways aims to democratize the manufacturing process by fully digitizing it, making industrial-grade additive manufacturing accessible to a broader audience.
NMD Pharma
Series A in 2018
NMD Pharma A/S is a clinical-stage biotech company based in Aarhus, Denmark, focused on developing small molecules to enhance neuromuscular transmission for the treatment of orphan motor neuron diseases, such as myasthenia gravis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and spinal muscular atrophy. The company's lead candidate, NMD670, is currently undergoing clinical trials aimed at alleviating the symptoms of myasthenia gravis. Utilizing a translational muscle electrophysiology platform, NMD Pharma leverages its expertise in muscle physiology to design innovative therapeutics that address significant unmet medical needs in neuromuscular disorders. The company aims to improve the quality of life and survival rates for patients affected by these debilitating conditions.
Health Value Creation
Series A in 2017
Health Value Creation is developing two surgical devices, a diagnostic tool and a trocar closure device. The first device helps prevent anastomotic leakages after bowel surgery by predicting the quality of the anastomosis during surgery, thereby reducing post-operative complications and lowering healthcare costs. The second device is a trocar closure device for faster, safer and more secure suturing after laparoscopic surgery, resulting in a reduction of the chances of wound herniation.
Withlocals
Series A in 2017
Withlocals is a global marketplace founded in 2013 that specializes in personalized travel experiences through private tours and activities led by local hosts. Offering over 1,200 fully customizable options in numerous international cities, Withlocals connects travelers with approximately 900 verified local hosts, allowing for authentic cultural experiences tailored to individual interests such as food, music, and sports. The platform seeks to provide an affordable alternative to traditional tourism by facilitating direct communication between hosts and travelers, enabling users to explore destinations off the beaten path. Withlocals aims to foster connections between people and cultures, enhancing the overall travel experience.
GitLab Inc. is a software development company that provides a comprehensive DevSecOps platform designed to enhance the software development lifecycle. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, GitLab offers its services through a single application, which includes tools for version control, continuous integration and deployment, code reviews, issue tracking, and collaboration. This unified platform allows organizations to efficiently plan, build, secure, and deploy software while ensuring visibility and control throughout the process. GitLab serves a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to large enterprises, with an estimated 30 million registered users globally. The company operates on an all-remote model, employing over 1,350 team members across more than 65 countries. GitLab is built on open-source principles and benefits from a vibrant community of developers, continuously driving innovations in the DevOps space.
Scenic Biotech
Series A in 2017
Scenic Biotech develops genomics and immunotherapy technologies to unlock genetic suppressors as new drug targets for cancer and rare genetic diseases. The company focuses on disease suppressing genes that can counteract disease-causing mutations, enabling rapid identification and validation of novel targets for medicines. By leveraging genomics to identify modifiers that suppress or block the effects of harmful genes, Scenic Biotech aims to create disease-modifying therapies that address the genetic drivers of severe illnesses.
Blendle is a digital media platform that allows readers to purchase articles from various Dutch and Belgian newspapers and magazines, including prominent publications like the Economist. Users can buy individual articles for prices ranging from €0.10 to €0.30, and they are presented with a selection of recommendations similar to social media feeds. New users are provided with an initial credit of €2.50 to explore the platform. The service includes a brief refund window for article purchases, after which Blendle retains a 30% commission on sales. By offering a pay-per-article model, Blendle aims to enhance access to quality journalism and cater to readers' preferences through personalized recommendations.
Founded in 2014, Bloomon is a Dutch company that specializes in online retail of flowers. It focuses on delivering high-quality products directly to consumers across Europe through its subscription-based platform.
GitLab Inc. is a software development company that provides a comprehensive DevSecOps platform designed to enhance the software development lifecycle. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, GitLab offers its services through a single application, which includes tools for version control, continuous integration and deployment, code reviews, issue tracking, and collaboration. This unified platform allows organizations to efficiently plan, build, secure, and deploy software while ensuring visibility and control throughout the process. GitLab serves a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to large enterprises, with an estimated 30 million registered users globally. The company operates on an all-remote model, employing over 1,350 team members across more than 65 countries. GitLab is built on open-source principles and benefits from a vibrant community of developers, continuously driving innovations in the DevOps space.
NightBalance
Series B in 2016
NightBalance B.V., established in 2009, is a medical technology company that develops innovative solutions to improve sleep quality. Originating from research at Delft University of Technology, the company specializes in creating a smart therapy device designed to treat positional obstructive sleep apnea. This medical device, the Sleep Position Trainer, measures a patient's sleep behavior and prevents apnea episodes, allowing users to achieve more comfortable and restful sleep.
GeoPhy is a developer of an artificial intelligence-based property analytics platform that enhances the commercial real estate sector by providing instant and accurate property valuations. The company leverages a combination of traditional and alternative data sources, along with machine learning, to deliver insights that help real estate professionals understand property values and the factors influencing them. By sizing market opportunities according to specific criteria and offering comprehensive property overviews, GeoPhy aims to make commercial real estate more transparent, efficient, and responsive. Its solutions assist clients in identifying opportunities and managing risks, thereby streamlining decision-making within the industry.
EclecticIQ
Series A in 2016
EclecticIQ is a company specializing in threat intelligence and cybersecurity solutions. It develops advanced technology for threat hunting and response, aimed at enhancing organizations' defenses against cyber adversaries. The company's platform integrates and interprets intelligence data sourced from open sources, commercial suppliers, and industry partnerships. This enables enterprises to bolster their detection, prevention, and response capabilities by embedding actionable intelligence into their cybersecurity infrastructures. Through its offerings, EclecticIQ strives to empower organizations to effectively combat evolving cyber threats.
Onward is a medical technology company focused on developing therapies aimed at enabling functional recovery for individuals with spinal cord injuries. The company is creating an Implantable Neuro-stimulation System (INS) that features real-time motion feedback and utilizes training tools for rehabilitation. Onward has developed two platforms for neurostimulation: ARCIM, an implantable system, and ARCEX, a non-invasive transcutaneous system. To establish its customer base, Onward has targeted the United States and four European markets, namely Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands.
Crowdynews
Series A in 2016
Crowdynews is a technology company that specializes in an artificial intelligence-driven social media curation platform designed for the news media market. The platform automates the integration of real-time, relevant, and safe social content from various sources, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Vimeo, alongside traditional editorial content. By leveraging AI and natural language processing, Crowdynews enables its clients, which include news organizations and consumer brands, to enhance their storytelling capabilities. This service allows users to incorporate diverse media, such as photos, videos, eyewitness reports, and social opinions, thereby driving audience engagement, improving conversion rates, and expanding reach. Ultimately, Crowdynews aims to create more valuable connections between content creators and consumers, enabling a more comprehensive narrative.
Wercker is a software company that provides a platform and tools to streamline the development, building, and deployment of containerized applications and microservices for modern cloud environments. Their solution aims to simplify and accelerate the software development lifecycle, enabling businesses and developers to achieve continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) goals.
ViCentra B.V., based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, specializes in the development of medical devices, particularly for diabetes management. The company focuses on creating user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing products that aim to enhance the overall experience for individuals managing their health. ViCentra emphasizes the importance of excellent customer experiences and approaches product design with the belief that simplicity and effectiveness lead to better health outcomes. In addition to its operations in the Netherlands, ViCentra also has a presence in the UK, where it continues to innovate in the field of medical devices through dedicated research and development efforts.
InteRNA Technologies
Series A in 2015
InteRNA Technologies B.V. is a biotechnology company focused on developing microRNA (miRNA)-based therapeutics for cancer treatment. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, with a research and development center in Utrecht, the company leverages its proprietary technology to discover and validate miRNA sequences that can target multiple signaling pathways involved in cancer initiation, progression, and metastasis. By addressing previously undruggable targets, InteRNA aims to enhance the efficacy of existing cancer therapies and reduce the development of drug resistance. The company employs advanced bioinformatics and massively parallel sequencing techniques to analyze miRNA functions, paving the way for innovative treatment options in oncology.
Audion Therapeutics
Grant in 2015
Audion Therapeutics BV is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative treatments for ear-related diseases, particularly hearing loss. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, the company concentrates on small molecule drug discovery aimed at regenerating inner hair cells, which are crucial for hearing. Audion Therapeutics is developing therapies that target the gamma-secretase protein complex to restore auditory function, addressing sensorineural hearing loss often associated with aging. The company's intellectual property portfolio encompasses novel molecules, advanced delivery systems, and drug discovery tools specifically designed for hearing loss research.
Founded in 2014, Bloomon is a Dutch company that specializes in online retail of flowers. It focuses on delivering high-quality products directly to consumers across Europe through its subscription-based platform.
Shapeways Holdings
Series D in 2015
Shapeways Holdings Inc. is a 3D printing marketplace and community that enables individuals to create, buy, and sell custom products. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Eindhoven and Seattle, the company offers a wide range of products across various categories, including art, fashion, home goods, gadgets, games, jewelry, and miniatures. Shapeways operates on a model of on-demand printing, allowing for the customization and personalization of each order. By providing access to advanced 3D printing technology, the platform empowers users to turn their ideas into physical products, fostering creativity and entrepreneurship. Shapeways aims to democratize the manufacturing process by fully digitizing it, making industrial-grade additive manufacturing accessible to a broader audience.
Crowdynews
Series A in 2015
Crowdynews is a technology company that specializes in an artificial intelligence-driven social media curation platform designed for the news media market. The platform automates the integration of real-time, relevant, and safe social content from various sources, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Vimeo, alongside traditional editorial content. By leveraging AI and natural language processing, Crowdynews enables its clients, which include news organizations and consumer brands, to enhance their storytelling capabilities. This service allows users to incorporate diverse media, such as photos, videos, eyewitness reports, and social opinions, thereby driving audience engagement, improving conversion rates, and expanding reach. Ultimately, Crowdynews aims to create more valuable connections between content creators and consumers, enabling a more comprehensive narrative.
Aito is a technology company specializing in the development and provision of electronic products and solutions that incorporate touch sensations. Their core technology, Piezo Sensing and Haptics, is patented and award-winning, enabling surfaces to respond with tactile feedback. This innovation allows consumer electronics brands to differentiate their products in competitive markets by offering enhanced user experiences. Aito's offerings include configurable integrated circuits for various touch interfaces, such as buttons, touchpads, and touch screens, catering to a wide range of client needs.
NPEX
Venture Round in 2014
NPEX operates a secure online trading platform that connects companies and investors to trade securities. The platform enables companies to raise funds by issuing securities and bonds, provides investors with clear documentation and information to support their decisions, and increases issuer visibility through media exposure, facilitating financing and potential returns.
Shapeways Holdings
Series C in 2013
Shapeways Holdings Inc. is a 3D printing marketplace and community that enables individuals to create, buy, and sell custom products. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Eindhoven and Seattle, the company offers a wide range of products across various categories, including art, fashion, home goods, gadgets, games, jewelry, and miniatures. Shapeways operates on a model of on-demand printing, allowing for the customization and personalization of each order. By providing access to advanced 3D printing technology, the platform empowers users to turn their ideas into physical products, fostering creativity and entrepreneurship. Shapeways aims to democratize the manufacturing process by fully digitizing it, making industrial-grade additive manufacturing accessible to a broader audience.
ViCentra B.V., based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, specializes in the development of medical devices, particularly for diabetes management. The company focuses on creating user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing products that aim to enhance the overall experience for individuals managing their health. ViCentra emphasizes the importance of excellent customer experiences and approaches product design with the belief that simplicity and effectiveness lead to better health outcomes. In addition to its operations in the Netherlands, ViCentra also has a presence in the UK, where it continues to innovate in the field of medical devices through dedicated research and development efforts.
Sapiens Steering Brain Stimulation
Series A in 2013
Sapiens Steering Brain Stimulation GmbH is a medical device company focused on advancing deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapy. Founded in 2011 as a spin-out of Royal Philips Electronics, Sapiens operates from offices in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, and Munich, Germany. The company is dedicated to developing a high-resolution, MRI-compatible DBS system designed to enhance patient comfort and improve therapeutic outcomes, particularly for individuals with Parkinson's disease. Sapiens’ innovative approach includes a unique steering brain stimulation system and image-guided programming, both of which are based on patented technologies.
Lanthio Pharma
Series A in 2012
Lanthio Pharma B.V. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Groningen, the Netherlands, focused on the discovery and development of novel lantipeptide drugs targeting serious medical conditions such as fibrosis, stroke, heart failure, and multiple sclerosis. Founded in 2010, the company leverages its proprietary LanthioPep technology to create peptide therapeutics that exhibit enhanced resistance to degradation, high specificity for receptors, and improved intrinsic activity. Among its key products are LP2, a selective angiotensin II type 2 receptor agonist aimed at treating fibrosis; PanCyte, designed for ischemic stroke recovery and peripheral vascular disease; and a lanthi-apelin agonist targeting the APJ receptor, which plays a role in various organ systems. Lanthio Pharma is committed to advancing therapeutic options for patients suffering from these severe diseases.
NPEX operates a secure online trading platform that connects companies and investors to trade securities. The platform enables companies to raise funds by issuing securities and bonds, provides investors with clear documentation and information to support their decisions, and increases issuer visibility through media exposure, facilitating financing and potential returns.
Robin Radar Systems
Series A in 2011
Robin Radar Systems B.V. is a company based in The Hague, Netherlands, specializing in advanced bird detection systems that monitor bird movements to enhance safety and operational efficiency. The company offers several radar systems, including the 2D Mobile system, which detects the presence, location, direction, speed, and route of birds up to 20 kilometers away; the 3D Fixed system, which provides similar data for heights up to 10 kilometers; and the 3D Flex system that combines horizontal S-band radar with flexible frequency modulation. Additionally, Robin Radar Systems offers the Military XL, designed to assist air forces in preventing bird strikes. Established in 2010 as a spin-off from the Dutch Research Institute for Applied Science, the company has exclusive access to advanced bird radar technology developed since the 1970s. Robin Radar Systems is committed to delivering high-quality technology and comprehensive support services, ensuring their solutions effectively meet client needs in various sectors such as aviation, wind energy, and environmental research.
ProFibrix
Series B in 2011
ProFibrix B.V. is a biotechnology company focused on developing and marketing innovative products for the hemostasis and regenerative medicine sectors. Founded in 2004, the company specializes in Fibrocaps, a dry powder topical hemostat and tissue sealant designed to effectively control acute and severe bleeding during surgical procedures or due to traumatic injuries. Fibrocaps is formulated from a blend of fibrinogen and thrombin, two key proteins vital for blood clotting and tissue repair. Additionally, ProFibrix offers a sterilized single-use delivery device that facilitates the application of Fibrocaps to targeted areas, minimizing the need to manipulate the wound in a surgical setting. The company's products leverage human fibrinogen, a natural blood protein, to enhance hemostatic efficacy and promote healing.
Salvia BioElectronics B.V., founded in 2017 and based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, specializes in developing bioelectronic therapies aimed at alleviating chronic neurological diseases, particularly chronic migraines. The company seeks to deliver innovative, drug-free solutions that restore health while minimizing side effects. The name "Salvia," derived from the Latin word for health, reflects the company's commitment to well-being, paralleling the historical use of the Salvia plant in treating ailments like headaches and mental disorders. Salvia BioElectronics is driven by a team of experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds in the medical device industry, including notable companies such as Medtronic and Philips, who collaborate to make effective bioelectronic treatments widely accessible.