Paterna Biosciences
Seed Round in 2024
Paterna Biosciences is an early-stage biotechnology startup that focuses on male reproductive health at the cellular level. The company aims to engage men in optimizing their reproductive and offspring health and establish a balanced fertility market, enabling clinics to solve both male and female challenges.
Calorify
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Calorify specializes in precise metabolic data measurement, offering insights into caloric intake, expenditure, body fat percentage, and physical activity levels. They pioneered this service by establishing the world's largest lab dedicated to this purpose and innovating the use of doubly labeled water, making it faster, cheaper, and accessible for at-home testing. Their clients include researchers, clinicians, weight management patients, and athletes seeking accurate and affordable energy expenditure tracking.
Superpower
Seed Round in 2024
Superpower is a developer of a digital clinic focused on personalized healthcare solutions. The company's platform provides users with a comprehensive health dashboard and a tailored action plan, along with access to curated tests, products, and protocols. By offering advanced diagnostics and vetted therapeutics, Superpower aims to empower individuals to pursue longer, healthier, and more vital lives. The platform is designed to enhance the management of personal health, making it more convenient and effective for users seeking to improve their overall well-being.
Unlocked Labs
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Unlocked Labs specializes in the development of genetically optimized probiotics aimed at addressing chronic health conditions. The company focuses on activating dormant microbial abilities within a safe and established framework. Its rigorously tested probiotic strains are specifically designed to target and eliminate harmful compounds in the gastrointestinal tract. Unlocked Labs' inaugural product is formulated to reduce the risk of kidney stones by digesting stone-forming compounds that may be ingested from healthy foods, such as leafy vegetables. By utilizing alternative regulatory pathways, the company seeks to expedite the availability of safe and effective probiotic solutions for consumers, enabling them to detoxify their bodies and manage acid levels affordably and effectively.
ZBiotics Company, founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, specializes in the development of genetically engineered probiotics. The company's flagship product, ZBiotics, is a probiotic drink specifically designed to produce an enzyme that breaks down acetaldehyde, a byproduct of alcohol consumption that can lead to unpleasant aftereffects. By bioengineering probiotic bacteria, ZBiotics aims to address various challenges associated with everyday substances, including alcohol and dairy. The company's innovative approach to synthetic biology positions it as a pioneer in the nutraceutical space, enabling users to mitigate the negative impacts of drinking through its unique probiotic formulation. ZBiotics products are sold directly to consumers online.
Samphire Neuroscience
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Samphire Neuroscience, founded in 2021 and based in London, specializes in women's health through innovative neurotechnology solutions. The company develops a headband device that utilizes non-invasive electrical neuromodulation to target specific areas of the brain. This approach aims to alleviate symptoms commonly associated with the menstrual cycle, such as pain, fatigue, and mood fluctuations. By focusing on enhancing women's health and lifestyles, Samphire Neuroscience strives to provide effective relief for those affected by these challenges.
NEXT Life Sciences
Seed Round in 2024
NEXT Life Sciences is a medical technology company focused on enhancing community health and well-being through innovative contraceptive solutions. The company is developing the Plan A™ procedure, which incorporates Vasalgel®, a scientifically validated technology aimed at providing a minimally invasive birth control method. This approach allows healthcare providers to accurately ensure the proper positioning of Vasalgel® within the vas deferens, thus enhancing its effectiveness as a contraceptive. NEXT Life Sciences is dedicated to improving reproductive health and empowering individuals to make informed choices about family planning, ultimately aiming to positively impact billions of lives.
Pangea Botanica
Series A in 2023
Pangea Botanica helps to accelerate the discovery and development of therapeutics for patients by using naturally occurring compounds and traditional remedies, while preserving ethnobotanical knowledge and ecosystems. It is a biotechnology research organisation that offers drug discovery and development services.
Lifeforce
Series A in 2023
Lifeforce is a health optimization platform that focuses on enhancing the quality of life for individuals, particularly during midlife. The company offers a digital fitness platform that provides personalized nutrition plans tailored to the unique needs of each customer. By conducting quarterly blood work assessments overseen by medical professionals, Lifeforce is able to diagnose health conditions and recommend customized dietary supplements, micronutrients, and performance plans. In addition to its nutrition services, Lifeforce develops, produces, and sells a range of cosmetics and sun protection products, further contributing to its comprehensive approach to health and well-being.
On a mission to end the world's reliance on plastic. Cove has developed the first fully biodegradable water bottle.
Virtual Fork
Venture Round in 2022
Virtual Fork is a developer of a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform specifically designed to manage shared-use real estate, with a focus on shared-use kitchens. The platform aims to streamline operations by offering integrated features that simplify management processes, reduce costs, and alleviate common challenges associated with shared kitchen environments. By providing a comprehensive solution, Virtual Fork addresses the unique needs of businesses operating in the shared-use kitchen sector, enhancing efficiency and user experience.
FLAUS is an e-commerce platform that specializes in the sales of electric toothbrushes.
Aura Bora
Series A in 2022
Aura Bora is a manufacturer specializing in craft sparkling water infused with herbs, fruits, and flowers. Unlike conventional sparkling waters, Aura Bora uses plant-based ingredients to create bold, refreshing flavors, providing consumers with a natural, hydrating alternative to artificially flavored beverages.
Sensory Cloud
Seed Round in 2022
Sensory Cloud designs products that help to breathe better and clear away the tiny airborne particles. The company was founded in 2019 by David Edwards and it is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
Aura Bora
Seed Round in 2022
Aura Bora is a manufacturer specializing in craft sparkling water infused with herbs, fruits, and flowers. Unlike conventional sparkling waters, Aura Bora uses plant-based ingredients to create bold, refreshing flavors, providing consumers with a natural, hydrating alternative to artificially flavored beverages.
Leilo is a company that specializes in non-alcoholic beverages designed to promote relaxation and reduce stress. Its product line features drinks made with kava root extract, the amino acid L-theanine, and vitamin B6, which work together to provide consumers with a calming effect. By offering an alternative to alcoholic drinks, Leilo aims to help people unwind and feel good in a refreshing and enjoyable manner.