xista science ventures

Syntropic Medical is a medical device company dedicated to developing innovative technologies aimed at treating psychiatric diseases and enhancing cognitive abilities. The company focuses on advancing mental health care by targeting the underlying causes of brain disorders, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the brain's neuroplasticity. Syntropic Medical's approach enables individuals to access non-invasive and non-pharmaceutical treatments for mental health disorders, promoting improved mental well-being and cognitive function.

G.ST Antivirals GmbH is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing antiviral therapies and metabolic solutions targeting respiratory viruses that cause common colds and flu infections. The company's innovative approach involves using a host cell-based strategy to create broad-spectrum antivirals. Its lead therapy utilizes 2-deoxyglucose to disrupt the viral exploitation of host cell metabolism, thereby impeding viral replication both in vitro and in vivo, particularly against rhinoviruses. This method aims to starve viruses by interrupting their nutrient supply, offering a novel treatment for patients with viral diseases.

Hephaistos Pharma is a biotechnology company developing an immunotherapy platform aimed at producing advanced oncology treatments. Its platform enhances commercialized antibodies by stimulating the immune system, turning 'cold' tumors into targets for immune response.

Rivus Batteries is an innovative green technology company dedicated to advancing sustainable energy storage solutions through its unique metal-free flow battery technology. The company specializes in developing novel organic electrolytes made from abundantly available elements, which can be synthesized on a large scale while maintaining a low environmental footprint. Rivus focuses on providing cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternatives for long-duration energy storage, positioning itself as a leader in the field of eco-friendly grid-scale energy solutions. By utilizing water-based organic electrolytes, Rivus aims to reduce both costs and the environmental impact associated with traditional energy storage technologies.

VALANX Biotech GmbH is an innovative biotechnology company based in Klosterneuburg, Austria, founded in 2017. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of synthetic programmable amino acids, notably Norl, and the reactive amino acid SnapIt. These products are designed to facilitate the creation of antibody-drug conjugates, which enhance cancer treatment by selectively targeting cancer cells. VALANX Biotech’s platform also supports PEGylation of therapeutic peptides and proteins, as well as the directed and oriented immobilization of biosensors and biocatalysts. Additionally, the company offers bioanalytics and mass spectrometry services on demand, helping to streamline the development of site-specific protein-drug conjugates in a cost-effective manner.

Infrared.city is a technology company that empowers stakeholders in the built environment with AI-driven climate simulations. Its platform offers real-time, understandable insights into a design's resilience against various climate factors, such as wind, heat, and solar radiation. This enables architects, engineers, urban planners, and policymakers to make informed decisions throughout the design process, fostering more resilient and sustainable cities.

subdron focuses on data processing in underwater inspections and autonomous underwater navigation.

ReCatalyst develops advanced catalysts for next-generation PEM fuel cells. It specializes in creating patented platinum-alloy nano-catalysts that enhance stability and reduce platinum usage, aiming to facilitate the decarbonization of energy and transport sectors through applications like green hydrogen production.

Prewave GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a data analytics platform that utilizes machine learning to predict risks in supply chain networks. By analyzing social media data, Prewave's solution monitors and communicates potential supply chain anomalies, allowing businesses to anticipate upcoming risk events and address sustainability challenges. The company's innovative approach enables organizations to enhance their logistics management and mitigate disruptions through timely and informed decision-making.

Sarcura is an Austrian deep-tech company developing an instrument platform for industrial manufacturing of advanced cell therapies. The platform blends silicon chip technology with microfluidic processing to enable real-time process control and manipulation at the cellular level, supporting autonomous, modular, and automated production. It combines semiconductor-based microfluidics, intelligent batch processing, and a scalable system architecture to reduce costs, boost production capacity, and tailor processes for diverse cell types. Founded in 2019 and based in Hinterstoder, Sarcura aims to enable scalable, patient-specific therapies, including cancer treatments, by delivering a compact, autonomous manufacturing system.

Brightmind.ai leverages AI-powered neurotechnology to develop personalized solutions for addressing global brain health challenges such as migraine relief, cognitive decline prevention, and depression treatment. Their first use case focuses on migraines, aiming to reduce attacks by over 50% for up to 90% of sufferers.

Prewave GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a data analytics platform that utilizes machine learning to predict risks in supply chain networks. By analyzing social media data, Prewave's solution monitors and communicates potential supply chain anomalies, allowing businesses to anticipate upcoming risk events and address sustainability challenges. The company's innovative approach enables organizations to enhance their logistics management and mitigate disruptions through timely and informed decision-making.

Brainhero offers home-based neurofeedback therapy using EEG technology. It aims to help children manage symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) through engaging, app-based brain training.

CellEctric is a biotechnology company established in early 2021, focused on integrating electrodynamics with biological applications. The company is developing an innovative platform designed to enhance the efficiency and precision of life science processes, particularly in the analysis of complex biological samples. Their current project emphasizes the rapid isolation of viable bacteria from human samples to facilitate faster diagnosis of sepsis. This platform utilizes advanced technology to provide flexible and specific biological sample preparation, allowing for the targeted removal of unwanted cells that impede accurate detection. CellEctric aims to revolutionize laboratory practices by offering a customizable solution for high-throughput separation of similar mammalian cell populations, thereby improving the speed and automation of cell manipulation in research and clinical settings.

Founded in Vienna, Austria in 2018, Ribbon Biolabs specializes in the synthesis and exploration of long DNA molecules. The company sets new standards in molecular biology by developing innovative methods for DNA synthesis, enabling breakthroughs in synthetic biology.

Nista.io is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform aimed at optimizing energy consumption and reducing emissions for industrial businesses. The platform analyzes energy data from manufacturing facilities to identify actionable improvements, helping companies lower their annual energy costs by up to 20 percent. By continuously monitoring and integrating data from factories, Nista.io empowers organizations to make informed operational decisions that enhance energy efficiency and contribute to long-term reductions in carbon dioxide emissions.

VitreaLab develops laser-powered photonic backlighting technology for displays. The company designs and manufactures photonic integrated circuits and light sources that replace conventional LCD backlighting, delivering dedicated light per sub-pixel with precise color, polarization, and angular distribution. Its approach uses glass-based waveguides to control and route light at microscopic scales, enabling higher energy efficiency, improved brightness and contrast, and richer color rendering. The core objective is to unlock augmented reality, virtual reality, and 3D displays by delivering laser-powered illumination without goggles. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Vienna, VitreaLab focuses on transforming display technology for everyday use.

contextflow develops AI-based solutions for radiology image search and analysis. Its flagship product is a 3D image-based search engine that delivers summary of clinical findings, similar reference cases, and relevant diagnosis support for radiologists. The company partners with healthcare institutions and pharmaceutical companies to enhance patient care.

Rivus Batteries is an innovative green technology company dedicated to advancing sustainable energy storage solutions through its unique metal-free flow battery technology. The company specializes in developing novel organic electrolytes made from abundantly available elements, which can be synthesized on a large scale while maintaining a low environmental footprint. Rivus focuses on providing cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternatives for long-duration energy storage, positioning itself as a leader in the field of eco-friendly grid-scale energy solutions. By utilizing water-based organic electrolytes, Rivus aims to reduce both costs and the environmental impact associated with traditional energy storage technologies.

Sarcura is an Austrian deep-tech company developing an instrument platform for industrial manufacturing of advanced cell therapies. The platform blends silicon chip technology with microfluidic processing to enable real-time process control and manipulation at the cellular level, supporting autonomous, modular, and automated production. It combines semiconductor-based microfluidics, intelligent batch processing, and a scalable system architecture to reduce costs, boost production capacity, and tailor processes for diverse cell types. Founded in 2019 and based in Hinterstoder, Sarcura aims to enable scalable, patient-specific therapies, including cancer treatments, by delivering a compact, autonomous manufacturing system.

Prewave GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a data analytics platform that utilizes machine learning to predict risks in supply chain networks. By analyzing social media data, Prewave's solution monitors and communicates potential supply chain anomalies, allowing businesses to anticipate upcoming risk events and address sustainability challenges. The company's innovative approach enables organizations to enhance their logistics management and mitigate disruptions through timely and informed decision-making.

VALANX Biotech GmbH is an innovative biotechnology company based in Klosterneuburg, Austria, founded in 2017. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of synthetic programmable amino acids, notably Norl, and the reactive amino acid SnapIt. These products are designed to facilitate the creation of antibody-drug conjugates, which enhance cancer treatment by selectively targeting cancer cells. VALANX Biotech’s platform also supports PEGylation of therapeutic peptides and proteins, as well as the directed and oriented immobilization of biosensors and biocatalysts. Additionally, the company offers bioanalytics and mass spectrometry services on demand, helping to streamline the development of site-specific protein-drug conjugates in a cost-effective manner.

G.ST Antivirals GmbH is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing antiviral therapies and metabolic solutions targeting respiratory viruses that cause common colds and flu infections. The company's innovative approach involves using a host cell-based strategy to create broad-spectrum antivirals. Its lead therapy utilizes 2-deoxyglucose to disrupt the viral exploitation of host cell metabolism, thereby impeding viral replication both in vitro and in vivo, particularly against rhinoviruses. This method aims to starve viruses by interrupting their nutrient supply, offering a novel treatment for patients with viral diseases.

VitreaLab develops laser-powered photonic backlighting technology for displays. The company designs and manufactures photonic integrated circuits and light sources that replace conventional LCD backlighting, delivering dedicated light per sub-pixel with precise color, polarization, and angular distribution. Its approach uses glass-based waveguides to control and route light at microscopic scales, enabling higher energy efficiency, improved brightness and contrast, and richer color rendering. The core objective is to unlock augmented reality, virtual reality, and 3D displays by delivering laser-powered illumination without goggles. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Vienna, VitreaLab focuses on transforming display technology for everyday use.

Founded in Vienna, Austria in 2018, Ribbon Biolabs specializes in the synthesis and exploration of long DNA molecules. The company sets new standards in molecular biology by developing innovative methods for DNA synthesis, enabling breakthroughs in synthetic biology.

Prewave GmbH is a technology company based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a data analytics platform that utilizes machine learning to predict risks in supply chain networks. By analyzing social media data, Prewave's solution monitors and communicates potential supply chain anomalies, allowing businesses to anticipate upcoming risk events and address sustainability challenges. The company's innovative approach enables organizations to enhance their logistics management and mitigate disruptions through timely and informed decision-making.

contextflow develops AI-based solutions for radiology image search and analysis. Its flagship product is a 3D image-based search engine that delivers summary of clinical findings, similar reference cases, and relevant diagnosis support for radiologists. The company partners with healthcare institutions and pharmaceutical companies to enhance patient care.