Sofinnova Partners, established in 1972 and headquartered in Paris, is a leading venture capital firm focused on the life sciences sector. It manages over €2 billion, investing from seed to later-stage in biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, and industrial biotechnology. The firm proactively sources deals, often leading financings and actively supporting portfolio companies until exit. Sofinnova Partners invests in start-ups, early-stage companies, corporate spin-offs, and occasionally turnaround situations, playing a significant role in developing transformative innovations that can positively impact the future.
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on developing gene therapy treatments for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative conditions affecting the central nervous system. Utilizing its core technology platforms—Mitochondrial Targeting Sequence and Optogenetics—the company aims to preserve and restore vision in patients with severe retinal disorders. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy currently in Phase III trials for treating Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is undergoing Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy in dry age-related macular degeneration. In addition to these, GenSight is advancing several products in preclinical stages targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to innovative approaches that aim to prevent vision loss and improve the quality of life for affected patients.
GenSight Biologics
Post in 2024
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on developing gene therapy treatments for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative conditions affecting the central nervous system. Utilizing its core technology platforms—Mitochondrial Targeting Sequence and Optogenetics—the company aims to preserve and restore vision in patients with severe retinal disorders. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy currently in Phase III trials for treating Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is undergoing Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy in dry age-related macular degeneration. In addition to these, GenSight is advancing several products in preclinical stages targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to innovative approaches that aim to prevent vision loss and improve the quality of life for affected patients.
GenSight Biologics
Post in 2023
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on developing gene therapy treatments for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative conditions affecting the central nervous system. Utilizing its core technology platforms—Mitochondrial Targeting Sequence and Optogenetics—the company aims to preserve and restore vision in patients with severe retinal disorders. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy currently in Phase III trials for treating Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is undergoing Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy in dry age-related macular degeneration. In addition to these, GenSight is advancing several products in preclinical stages targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to innovative approaches that aim to prevent vision loss and improve the quality of life for affected patients.
Gradient Denervation Technologies
Series A in 2023
Gradient Denervation Technologies is a Paris-based company founded in 2019 that focuses on the development of an endovascular catheter-based medical device designed to treat pulmonary hypertension. This innovative technology aims to reduce pulmonary vascular resistance and enhance cardiovascular hemodynamics through a minimally invasive procedure. The device is built on prior research and intellectual property developed at Stanford University and offers a novel approach to pulmonary artery denervation, addressing heart failure and associated pulmonary hypertension. By providing a reliable and effective treatment option, the company seeks to improve patient outcomes in the healthcare industry.
GenSight Biologics
Post in 2023
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on developing gene therapy treatments for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative conditions affecting the central nervous system. Utilizing its core technology platforms—Mitochondrial Targeting Sequence and Optogenetics—the company aims to preserve and restore vision in patients with severe retinal disorders. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy currently in Phase III trials for treating Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is undergoing Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy in dry age-related macular degeneration. In addition to these, GenSight is advancing several products in preclinical stages targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to innovative approaches that aim to prevent vision loss and improve the quality of life for affected patients.
TISSIUM
Series D in 2023
TISSIUM is a privately owned medical device company based in Paris, France, focused on developing and commercializing innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, bind effectively to tissues, and provide on-demand wound closure in the body’s dynamic environments. TISSIUM's technology is rooted in advanced research and intellectual property from renowned experts at MIT and Brigham & Women’s Hospital. The company aims to address various unmet clinical needs through its proprietary portfolio of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by prominent healthcare investors, emphasizing its commitment to advancing surgical techniques through its groundbreaking solutions.
TISSIUM
Series C in 2021
TISSIUM is a privately owned medical device company based in Paris, France, focused on developing and commercializing innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, bind effectively to tissues, and provide on-demand wound closure in the body’s dynamic environments. TISSIUM's technology is rooted in advanced research and intellectual property from renowned experts at MIT and Brigham & Women’s Hospital. The company aims to address various unmet clinical needs through its proprietary portfolio of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by prominent healthcare investors, emphasizing its commitment to advancing surgical techniques through its groundbreaking solutions.
GenSight Biologics
Post in 2020
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on developing gene therapy treatments for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative conditions affecting the central nervous system. Utilizing its core technology platforms—Mitochondrial Targeting Sequence and Optogenetics—the company aims to preserve and restore vision in patients with severe retinal disorders. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy currently in Phase III trials for treating Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is undergoing Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy in dry age-related macular degeneration. In addition to these, GenSight is advancing several products in preclinical stages targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to innovative approaches that aim to prevent vision loss and improve the quality of life for affected patients.
Pixium Vision
Post in 2020
Pixium Vision SA is a bioelectronics company based in Paris, France, focused on developing innovative retinal implant systems to restore vision for individuals who have lost sight due to degeneration of photoreceptor cells in the retina. Established in 2011, Pixium Vision's primary product is the PRIMA System, a bionic vision system designed to improve visual perception and promote greater independence among users. The company is advancing several devices, including the IRIS1, currently undergoing clinical trials, and the next-generation IRIS2, which aims to enhance visual acuity. Additionally, Pixium is working on the IRIS3, a sub-retinal implant that promises further improvements in vision. The company collaborates with prestigious institutions such as Stanford University, Moorfields Eye Hospital, and the Institut de la Vision, utilizing cutting-edge research in neural processing and micro-electronics to drive its innovations. Pixium Vision is supported by a consortium of prominent European venture capital firms.
GenSight Biologics
Post in 2019
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on developing gene therapy treatments for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative conditions affecting the central nervous system. Utilizing its core technology platforms—Mitochondrial Targeting Sequence and Optogenetics—the company aims to preserve and restore vision in patients with severe retinal disorders. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy currently in Phase III trials for treating Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is undergoing Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy in dry age-related macular degeneration. In addition to these, GenSight is advancing several products in preclinical stages targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to innovative approaches that aim to prevent vision loss and improve the quality of life for affected patients.
TISSIUM
Series B in 2019
TISSIUM is a privately owned medical device company based in Paris, France, focused on developing and commercializing innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, bind effectively to tissues, and provide on-demand wound closure in the body’s dynamic environments. TISSIUM's technology is rooted in advanced research and intellectual property from renowned experts at MIT and Brigham & Women’s Hospital. The company aims to address various unmet clinical needs through its proprietary portfolio of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by prominent healthcare investors, emphasizing its commitment to advancing surgical techniques through its groundbreaking solutions.
GenSight Biologics
Post in 2019
GenSight Biologics S.A. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on developing gene therapy treatments for retinal degenerative diseases and neurodegenerative conditions affecting the central nervous system. Utilizing its core technology platforms—Mitochondrial Targeting Sequence and Optogenetics—the company aims to preserve and restore vision in patients with severe retinal disorders. Its lead product candidates include GS010, an AAV2-based gene therapy currently in Phase III trials for treating Leber hereditary optic neuropathy caused by mutations in the ND4 gene, and GS030, which is undergoing Phase I/II trials for retinitis pigmentosa and geographic atrophy in dry age-related macular degeneration. In addition to these, GenSight is advancing several products in preclinical stages targeting various ophthalmic and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to innovative approaches that aim to prevent vision loss and improve the quality of life for affected patients.
TISSIUM
Series A in 2016
TISSIUM is a privately owned medical device company based in Paris, France, focused on developing and commercializing innovative biodegradable sealants and adhesives for surgical wound closure, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. The company's products are designed to be non-toxic, bind effectively to tissues, and provide on-demand wound closure in the body’s dynamic environments. TISSIUM's technology is rooted in advanced research and intellectual property from renowned experts at MIT and Brigham & Women’s Hospital. The company aims to address various unmet clinical needs through its proprietary portfolio of fully biosynthetic, biomorphic, and programmable polymers. Founded in 2013, TISSIUM is supported by prominent healthcare investors, emphasizing its commitment to advancing surgical techniques through its groundbreaking solutions.
Pixium Vision
Series A in 2013
Pixium Vision SA is a bioelectronics company based in Paris, France, focused on developing innovative retinal implant systems to restore vision for individuals who have lost sight due to degeneration of photoreceptor cells in the retina. Established in 2011, Pixium Vision's primary product is the PRIMA System, a bionic vision system designed to improve visual perception and promote greater independence among users. The company is advancing several devices, including the IRIS1, currently undergoing clinical trials, and the next-generation IRIS2, which aims to enhance visual acuity. Additionally, Pixium is working on the IRIS3, a sub-retinal implant that promises further improvements in vision. The company collaborates with prestigious institutions such as Stanford University, Moorfields Eye Hospital, and the Institut de la Vision, utilizing cutting-edge research in neural processing and micro-electronics to drive its innovations. Pixium Vision is supported by a consortium of prominent European venture capital firms.
Sensitive Object
Series B in 2009
Sensitive Object SA specializes in the development of electronic products that enhance touch interface technology across various sectors. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Boulogne Billancourt, France, the company offers solutions for consumer electronics, computing, outdoor interactive applications, home automation, healthcare, industrial control, and digital advertising. Its product range includes touch screens, peripherals, and control panels, catering to diverse industry needs. Sensitive Object also maintains operations in Paris and Singapore, further expanding its reach in the global market.
Streamezzo
Series D in 2009
Streamezzo S.A. is a company based in Paris, France, specializing in the development of mobile media products and solutions. Founded in 2004, it provides a range of tools that enable telecom operators, broadcasters, media companies, and content providers to create, deploy, and manage services on cellular networks. Its key offerings include the Rich Media Software Suite, which features a Rich Media Client for accessing interactive mobile services, a Rich Media Server for service deployment, and a Workbench for multimedia authoring. Additionally, Streamezzo's solutions encompass Interactive Mobile TV, Music Jukebox for music downloads, and dynamic user interfaces that enhance user engagement. The company also offers professional services to support its clients in effectively utilizing these technologies.
Qosmos
Series C in 2008
Qosmos SA, established in 2000 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in network intelligence technology. It offers solutions that identify and extract information from network traffic, enabling real-time data activity analysis. Qosmos' key products include ixEngine, a software development kit for DPI-based IP traffic classification, and Qosmos Classifier, a real-time traffic flow classification component. The company serves various applications such as lawful interception, network protection, and regulatory compliance, with a global presence across Europe, the U.S., Japan, and Singapore. Since December 2016, Qosmos operates as a subsidiary of Enea AB.
Filao
Venture Round in 2008
Filao publishes, develops, and distributes java based mobile games and java mobile gaming technologies for mass market mobile devices. It specializes in embedded java technologies, wireless games, and entertainment applications. The company serves mobile operators and PDA and handset manufacturers. It distributes its products through shipped, over the air, online, and specialized retail outlets. The company was founded in 2000 as InfraWorlds SA and changed its name to Filao in 2005. Filao is based in Paris, France. As of May 10, 2007, Filao is a subsidiary of Zenops SA.
Fovea Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2007
Fovea Pharmaceuticals is a French biopharmaceutical company based in Paris, specializing in the discovery and development of drugs for ocular diseases. Founded in 2005, the company focuses on addressing various eye conditions, including allergic conjunctivitis, diabetic macular edema, and retinitis pigmentosa. Its product portfolio includes FOV1101 Prednisporin for allergic conjunctivitis, a proprietary plasma kallikrein-kinin inhibitor known as FOV2302 for hereditary angioedema, FOV2304 for diabetic macular edema, and FOV2501, an intravitreal formulation targeting retinitis pigmentosa and potentially dry age-related macular degeneration. As of October 30, 2009, Fovea operates as a subsidiary of Sanofi.
Streamezzo
Series C in 2007
Streamezzo S.A. is a company based in Paris, France, specializing in the development of mobile media products and solutions. Founded in 2004, it provides a range of tools that enable telecom operators, broadcasters, media companies, and content providers to create, deploy, and manage services on cellular networks. Its key offerings include the Rich Media Software Suite, which features a Rich Media Client for accessing interactive mobile services, a Rich Media Server for service deployment, and a Workbench for multimedia authoring. Additionally, Streamezzo's solutions encompass Interactive Mobile TV, Music Jukebox for music downloads, and dynamic user interfaces that enhance user engagement. The company also offers professional services to support its clients in effectively utilizing these technologies.
Diatos
Series D in 2007
Diatos is a biopharmaceutical company founded in 1999 and headquartered in Paris, France with two subsidiaries in Leuven, Belgium and in the San Francisco Bay Area, USA. Diatos is focused on the research, development and marketing of new versions of existing anti-cancer chemotherapeutic drugs with enhanced tumor targeting or improved biodistribution. Diatos has built its portfolio of drugs and drug candidates through a strategy of license acquisitions as well as an internal research and development activity based on its prodrug technologies, Vectocell® and Tumor-Selective Prodrug (TSP).
Qosmos
Series B in 2006
Qosmos SA, established in 2000 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in network intelligence technology. It offers solutions that identify and extract information from network traffic, enabling real-time data activity analysis. Qosmos' key products include ixEngine, a software development kit for DPI-based IP traffic classification, and Qosmos Classifier, a real-time traffic flow classification component. The company serves various applications such as lawful interception, network protection, and regulatory compliance, with a global presence across Europe, the U.S., Japan, and Singapore. Since December 2016, Qosmos operates as a subsidiary of Enea AB.
Streamezzo
Series B in 2006
Streamezzo S.A. is a company based in Paris, France, specializing in the development of mobile media products and solutions. Founded in 2004, it provides a range of tools that enable telecom operators, broadcasters, media companies, and content providers to create, deploy, and manage services on cellular networks. Its key offerings include the Rich Media Software Suite, which features a Rich Media Client for accessing interactive mobile services, a Rich Media Server for service deployment, and a Workbench for multimedia authoring. Additionally, Streamezzo's solutions encompass Interactive Mobile TV, Music Jukebox for music downloads, and dynamic user interfaces that enhance user engagement. The company also offers professional services to support its clients in effectively utilizing these technologies.
Fovea Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2005
Fovea Pharmaceuticals is a French biopharmaceutical company based in Paris, specializing in the discovery and development of drugs for ocular diseases. Founded in 2005, the company focuses on addressing various eye conditions, including allergic conjunctivitis, diabetic macular edema, and retinitis pigmentosa. Its product portfolio includes FOV1101 Prednisporin for allergic conjunctivitis, a proprietary plasma kallikrein-kinin inhibitor known as FOV2302 for hereditary angioedema, FOV2304 for diabetic macular edema, and FOV2501, an intravitreal formulation targeting retinitis pigmentosa and potentially dry age-related macular degeneration. As of October 30, 2009, Fovea operates as a subsidiary of Sanofi.
Filao
Venture Round in 2005
Filao publishes, develops, and distributes java based mobile games and java mobile gaming technologies for mass market mobile devices. It specializes in embedded java technologies, wireless games, and entertainment applications. The company serves mobile operators and PDA and handset manufacturers. It distributes its products through shipped, over the air, online, and specialized retail outlets. The company was founded in 2000 as InfraWorlds SA and changed its name to Filao in 2005. Filao is based in Paris, France. As of May 10, 2007, Filao is a subsidiary of Zenops SA.
Sefas Innovation
Venture Round in 2005
Sefas Innovation, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Paris, France, specializes in collaborative document composition and production software. With offices in the UK and the US, the company employs over 80 staff and has been serving Fortune 500 clients for more than 15 years. Its flagship product, the Open Print software suite, is designed for sectors such as financial services, banking, insurance, utilities, telecommunications, and the public sector. Open Print enables the design, composition, and production of complex, data-driven B2C documents, allowing organizations to integrate multiple data sources for personalized communications. The software is increasingly utilized to revamp mission-critical documents to align with the latest marketing initiatives, thereby enhancing revenue opportunities. Notable clients in the UK include Nationwide, HBOS, and British Telecom, all of whom have utilized Open Print since the early 2000s.
Filao
Venture Round in 2005
Filao publishes, develops, and distributes java based mobile games and java mobile gaming technologies for mass market mobile devices. It specializes in embedded java technologies, wireless games, and entertainment applications. The company serves mobile operators and PDA and handset manufacturers. It distributes its products through shipped, over the air, online, and specialized retail outlets. The company was founded in 2000 as InfraWorlds SA and changed its name to Filao in 2005. Filao is based in Paris, France. As of May 10, 2007, Filao is a subsidiary of Zenops SA.
Sensitive Object
Series A in 2004
Sensitive Object SA specializes in the development of electronic products that enhance touch interface technology across various sectors. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Boulogne Billancourt, France, the company offers solutions for consumer electronics, computing, outdoor interactive applications, home automation, healthcare, industrial control, and digital advertising. Its product range includes touch screens, peripherals, and control panels, catering to diverse industry needs. Sensitive Object also maintains operations in Paris and Singapore, further expanding its reach in the global market.
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