Medicis Capital

Medicis Capital is a venture capital firm based in Munich, Germany, founded in 1994. The firm specializes in providing capital to innovative teams and companies within the life sciences and healthcare sectors, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical technology, diagnostics, and healthcare services. Medicis Capital aims to leverage its extensive market knowledge and unique financial network to support companies that are developing cutting-edge technologies and novel health management systems. By collaborating closely with its portfolio companies, the firm seeks to enhance the quality and efficiency of the healthcare and life sciences markets.

Jose Gonzalez

Partner

6 past transactions

MyoScience

Series E in 2013
MyoScience Inc., founded in 2005 and based in Redwood City, California, focuses on the development and commercialization of innovative dermatological products. The company leverages advanced technology to create solutions aimed at addressing various skin-related issues. Through its efforts, MyoScience aims to provide effective products that enhance skin health and appearance.

MyoScience

Series D in 2012
MyoScience Inc., founded in 2005 and based in Redwood City, California, focuses on the development and commercialization of innovative dermatological products. The company leverages advanced technology to create solutions aimed at addressing various skin-related issues. Through its efforts, MyoScience aims to provide effective products that enhance skin health and appearance.

Kiora Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2010
Kiora Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative treatments for ophthalmic diseases. The company's lead product, KIO-301, is a molecular photoswitch designed to restore light perception and improve vision in patients suffering from inherited and age-related retinal degeneration, including conditions such as retinitis pigmentosa, choroideremia, and Stargardt disease. Kiora is also developing KIO-101, a next-generation non-steroidal, immuno-modulatory small molecule inhibitor targeting dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, aimed at minimizing off-target side effects while effectively managing immune responses. Additionally, Kiora is working on KIO-201, a modified form of hyaluronic acid intended to promote corneal wound healing. Through these products, Kiora Pharmaceuticals seeks to address significant unmet medical needs in the ophthalmic space.

Lab21

Venture Round in 2009
Lab21 is a healthcare diagnostics company focused on personalized diagnostic testing for disease identification, predisposition, and personalized medicine. Based in Cambridge, UK, Lab21 provides advanced testing services to healthcare providers, as well as the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, from its accredited facilities. The company offers a growing range of molecular and viral diagnostics, next-generation sequencing, pharmacogenetic testing, and patient profiling, all utilizing cutting-edge technology. This expertise enhances the capabilities of pharmaceutical and diagnostic partners, as well as supports clinicians in effectively treating and monitoring patients. Lab21 emphasizes the importance of prevention in healthcare, aiming to deliver high-quality information that offers valuable insights into drugs and patient profiles, thus contributing to the progression of personalized healthcare.

Kiora Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2008
Kiora Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative treatments for ophthalmic diseases. The company's lead product, KIO-301, is a molecular photoswitch designed to restore light perception and improve vision in patients suffering from inherited and age-related retinal degeneration, including conditions such as retinitis pigmentosa, choroideremia, and Stargardt disease. Kiora is also developing KIO-101, a next-generation non-steroidal, immuno-modulatory small molecule inhibitor targeting dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, aimed at minimizing off-target side effects while effectively managing immune responses. Additionally, Kiora is working on KIO-201, a modified form of hyaluronic acid intended to promote corneal wound healing. Through these products, Kiora Pharmaceuticals seeks to address significant unmet medical needs in the ophthalmic space.

Hybrigenics

Series B in 2001
Hybrigenics Pharma is a bio-pharmaceutical company specializing in researching and developing new targets and therapies for cancer treatment. Their focus lies in studying Deubiquitinating Enzymes (DUBs) and the potential of patented DUB inhibitors in combating different cancer indications. Notably, the company has ceased the development of inecalcitol, a vitamin D receptor agonist.
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