Yazen is a digital healthcare provider focused on delivering personalized weight loss programs, primarily targeting middle-aged men dealing with obesity and potential testosterone deficiencies. The company connects users with a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including doctors, psychologists, dietitians, and personal trainers, to develop customized weight management plans. By leveraging data-driven insights, Yazen incorporates lifestyle changes and, when necessary, medical treatments to enhance both physical and mental well-being. The platform's holistic approach aims to empower individuals to achieve sustainable health improvements through expert guidance and support.
Call Knut
Angel Round in 2022
Call Knut is a company that develops communication software aimed at monitoring elderly individuals, particularly those with chronic diseases. The company's innovative platform leverages artificial intelligence to facilitate phone calls and initiate automated conversations with seniors. This technology allows caregivers and family members to assess the well-being of elderly users by analyzing their voice during calls, which helps in detecting potential health issues. By focusing on effective and unobtrusive monitoring, Call Knut aims to enhance the quality of remote care for the elderly population.
Saveggy
Seed Round in 2022
Saveggy is a company that specializes in creating a bio-based edible coating for fruits and vegetables, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic packaging. This innovative coating preserves the freshness and protective properties of produce while significantly reducing food waste along the supply chain. Saveggy's technology is fully scalable and uniquely complies with EU regulations for edible coatings, making it a pioneering solution in the food packaging sector. By focusing on environmentally friendly practices, Saveggy aims to ensure that more food reaches consumers, minimizing losses and promoting sustainability in the agricultural industry.
Manje Health
Venture Round in 2021
Manje Health is a search and discovery platform for chronic disease treatment.
Xaga Surgical
Venture Round in 2021
Xaga Surgical is a company focused on enhancing patient safety through the development of innovative medical needles. By designing needles that significantly minimize the risk of infections, Xaga Surgical aims to virtually eliminate bacterial transfer during insertion. This technology is particularly beneficial in medical procedures, such as the diagnosis of prostate cancer, where reducing the risk of severe sepsis is critical. Through its advancements, the company seeks to improve health outcomes for patients by providing safer alternatives in medical instrumentation.
TIGERQ is a company focused on advancing biomedical innovation through its sample-to-analysis gene editing solutions. It specializes in providing gene editing analysis services that utilize proprietary sequencing algorithms alongside efficient and cost-effective sample processing. By leveraging the CRISPR-Cas9 technology, which was recognized with a Nobel Prize, TIGERQ aims to support drug researchers in reducing the lead time for developing new medicines and vaccines.
Syntaxis is committed to discovering, developing and commercialising novel therapeutics that enhance recovery of brain functions after stroke.
In2cure
Venture Round in 2018
In2cure is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative peptide-based drugs aimed at preventing and treating inflammatory diseases and infections. The company harnesses new scientific discoveries related to natural host defenses to create therapies that feature anti-endotoxic properties. In2cure's drugs are designed using sequences that mimic protein fragments naturally found in the human body, which allows for the production of anti-inflammatory medications that are less toxic and more soluble. This approach not only enhances the efficacy of the treatments but also promotes the generation of healing peptides during instances of wounding and inflammation.
Thyrolytics
Seed Round in 2018
Thyrolytics is a company focused on developing an innovative diagnostic device that measures serum levels of free T4 and T3, key thyroid hormones. Utilizing advanced nanotechnology and protein engineering, Thyrolytics offers a platform that provides direct measurements of thyroid hormone levels, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of the results. This approach results in a cost-effective point-of-care diagnostic method, enabling individuals to effectively monitor their thyroid health. By addressing the need for precise and accessible thyroid diagnostics, Thyrolytics aims to improve health outcomes for those managing thyroid conditions.
ReceptorPharma
Seed Round in 2018
ReceptorPharma is a drug discovery company focused on developing innovative treatments for Alzheimer's disease through a novel mechanism of action. The company aims to address the needs of patients with early Alzheimer's who retain their cognitive abilities, potentially reversing the disease's effects. In addition to Alzheimer's, ReceptorPharma is also engaged in researching and developing therapies for various other debilitating conditions, including specific types of cancer, by utilizing G-protein-coupled receptors as drug targets. Through its unique approach, ReceptorPharma seeks to advance therapeutic options for patients facing challenging health issues.
Bionamic
Seed Round in 2018
Bionamic specializes in providing innovative solutions for the analysis of life science data, specifically targeting challenges in biopharma research and development. The company has developed a comprehensive data management platform that acts as a single source for all antibody-related discovery and development data. This platform is designed to streamline the process of navigating and interpreting complex datasets, thereby reducing or eliminating manual steps between raw data and actionable results. By enhancing researchers' ability to understand their data, Bionamic aims to facilitate more informed decision-making in the life sciences sector.
SAGA Diagnostics
Grant in 2017
SAGA Diagnostics AB is a Swedish company specializing in personalized cancer diagnostics and disease monitoring through molecular genetic analyses, focusing on circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA). Founded in 2016 as a spin-out from a research group at Lund University, SAGA aims to enhance precision cancer medicine and improve patient survival rates with its minimally-invasive liquid biopsy testing services. The company provides a range of services, including gene mutation analysis and treatment monitoring, utilizing advanced technologies such as massively parallel sequencing. SAGA's proprietary tests enable oncologists and biopharmaceutical companies to detect actionable mutations, stratify patient groups, and monitor treatment responses with high sensitivity, thereby contributing significantly to advancements in cancer research and clinical diagnostics.
Medow is a company that specializes in creating innovative healthcare products designed to enhance patient comfort and improve efficiency in medical treatments. One of its notable developments is a reusable medical bracelet that securely holds intravenous tubes in place during various healthcare procedures. This slap-on bracelet ensures that needles remain stable throughout the treatment, thereby providing patients with greater comfort and reducing the time nurses spend on reattaching tape and inserting new needles. By focusing on design and color, Medow aims to bring joy and ease to the healthcare experience.
Medotemic
Seed Round in 2017
Medotemic AB is a Swedish company founded in 2016 and based in Lund, specializing in the development of the Medomotion application, which focuses on analyzing asymmetric gait. The application utilizes sensor data collected through smartphones to assess gait deviations caused by injuries or pain, employing proprietary algorithms for analysis. Medotemic provides training tools that enhance user awareness and motivation, allowing individuals to adhere to structured training plans. By capturing and processing movement data during walking and running, the company offers a comprehensive set of movement parameters, typically requiring advanced equipment. This enables both consumers and healthcare professionals to receive immediate and objective feedback on movement patterns, facilitating remote monitoring and aiding physiotherapists in optimizing treatment and recovery strategies.
POOW Applications
Seed Round in 2017
POOW Applications has developed The Food Hero app that helps children with different types of eating disorders.
Gedea Biotech
Seed Round in 2016
Gedea Biotech AB, founded in 2015 and based in Lund, Sweden, specializes in the development of antibiotic-free treatments for vaginal fungal infections. The company focuses on creating a natural product, GA101, designed to treat and prevent these infections, which affect a significant percentage of women throughout their lives. GA101 functions by lowering the vaginal pH, providing a physical barrier, and inhibiting the formation of biofilms. This innovative approach aims to offer women a safe and effective alternative to traditional antibiotic treatments, promoting better vaginal health without the associated risks of antibiotic use.
Truly Labs
Seed Round in 2016
Truly Labs specializes in providing customized in vitro and in vivo services, focusing on drug delivery and biomarker analysis. The company offers high-quality solutions that integrate pharmacology programs, including the design and execution of tailored studies. By utilizing established kits for biomarker analysis, Truly Labs delivers essential data to large pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, aiding them in preclinical development and clinical design processes. Through its expertise, Truly Labs plays a crucial role in advancing pharmaceutical research and development.
Cellevate
Seed Round in 2015
Cellevate AB, founded in 2014 and based in Lund, Sweden, is an innovative biotech company specializing in the development of advanced cell culture systems. The company's flagship product, 3D NanoMatrix, consists of nanofiber scaffolds designed to serve as realistic in-vitro models for scientific research and development across various industries including automotive, construction, defense, electronics, energy, environment, and healthcare. These nanofiber scaffolds are created through a patented manufacturing process that produces porous and consistent networks of nanofibers, enhancing the realism of cell culture systems used in upstream bioprocessing.
MedVasc
Seed Round in 2014
MedVasc is a medical device company focused on enhancing the treatment of varicose veins. The company has developed a patented medical instrument that aims to improve the anesthetic procedure associated with varicose vein treatments. By minimizing pain during these procedures, MedVasc's device provides a more comfortable experience for patients, contributing to advancements in healthcare technology.
Speximo
Seed Round in 2013
Speximo AB is a research-based company located in Lund, Sweden, specializing in sustainable emulsion stabilization technology. Founded in 2012, the company develops a patented emulsifier derived from quinoa starch, which enables the creation of surfactant-free Pickering-type emulsions. These emulsions are applicable in the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and food industries, allowing for the formulation of environmentally friendly products such as creams and ointments. Speximo's technology not only stabilizes emulsions but also facilitates the encapsulation of high-value ingredients, enhancing the texture and efficacy of end products. The company collaborates closely with researchers from Lund University and Malmö University to explore the fundamental properties and applications of its technology, contributing to the advancement of sustainable practices in product development.
SARomics Biostructures
Venture Round in 2012
SARomics Biostructures AB is a Swedish company specializing in structural biology and structure-based drug discovery services for biotech and pharmaceutical companies, as well as non-profit institutions globally. Founded in 2006 and located in Lund, the company provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes crystallography, NMR spectroscopy, and gene-to-structure solutions, which encompass protein cloning, expression, purification, and structure determination. Additionally, SARomics offers kinase structures and related programs, hit identification, optimization services, and computational chemistry. Their work aids clients in understanding the interactions between drug substances and target molecules, facilitating the efficient development of new drugs. The company’s expertise in protein characterization and structure-activity relationship optimization further enhances its capability to support drug discovery projects from initial concept through to lead generation.