PULMOBIOMED is addressing the failings of current lung tests, which are expensive, infrequent, and invasive. Their so-called "clinically proven" solution claims to offer non-invasive liquid samples from deep within the lung, promising affordable tests for lung diseases. They assert that their product can empower clinicians to diagnose and treat conditions like lung cancer and infections, even though there's limited evidence to support these claims. With a few customers in the USA and Australia, and vague partnerships in the EU, PULMOBIOMED hopes to disrupt the asthma diagnostics market by introducing what they call a comprehensive diagnostic test for asthma, despite the skepticism around their capabilities.
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Extended
investment:
£295,000
Carocell Bio is innovating by developing patented anti-inflammatory peptides delivered via nanoparticles to address severe inflammatory conditions such as atopic dermatitis. Their primary peptide, JEL0305, not only halts inflammation but also prevents its initiation, as evidenced by its effectiveness in reducing inflammation in human AD biopsies and burn tissue. With AD impacting a substantial population and costing $21 billion yearly for unsafe treatments, Carocell Bio's safer peptide remedy has the potential to avert AD recurrence. Additionally, their pioneering approach to skin-related inflammation involves topical peptide products that target mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK), a crucial element in inflammation. This breakthrough offers promise for managing and forestalling AD and mitigating skin aging.
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investment:
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Optimise BP, the debut product by Optimise Health, introduces an innovative digital solution that offers secure and efficient semi-automated blood pressure management within primary care, focusing on hypertension. This advancement is projected to lead to substantial appointment savings in the range of millions.
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TBC
investment:
£127,001
StrongHer empowers and educates women of ALL socio-demographics and diversities to control their wellbeing, nutrition, and fitness. It is an established brand known as a top workout class by London Living. The brand has a social following of more than 13,000 across Facebook and Instagram. StrongHer fills the gap between boutique fitness establishments and budget gyms to give accessible courses, classes, social events, and workshops. In 2018, the company held its first ‘fitness festival’ - Ultimate Warrior Weekend which was attended by around 100 women. With the proceeds, the company will create its first strength and conditioning facility for women.
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Expired
investment:
£126,730
Riders can enjoy indoor cycling within a boutique fitness studio. In the past 6 years, Boom Cycle have opened five sites are now seeking funds to expand their portfolio. To date, Boom Cycle has acquired over £4.1m from private investors and in 2017 spent £2.1m on developing two flagship studios. The company has experienced attendance growth of 47% YoY, as well as a 77% increase in revenue YoY.
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Expired
investment:
£805,260
Emopwering people to improve their musculoskeletal health through exercise. TrackActive is a physical health app that assesses a person's conditions, health and habits and delivers a personalised programme consisting of advice and exercises that adapt as the person progresses. The app is developed using rehabilitative exercise data, clinical algorithms and AI. The app can be used by organisations to view anonymised information on the health of their employees or customers and is distributed via public health, corporate and insurance partners.
TrackActive will be monetised via the aforementioned partners, who will pay an ongoing monthly subscription from £25 per month. This figure may increase depending on the health practitioners using the service. TrackActive's content, such as articles, video and images, can also be licensed to partners. Funds will be allocated towards developing the product further, with the inclusion of an Android version, admin dashboards, evidence-based content and regular updates to the app.
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Expired
investment:
£253,598
Milbotix, a healthtech start-up, supported by the Alzheimer's Society and the UK Dementia Research Institute, is driven by its innovative product SmartSocks™. This wearable technology aims to assist individuals with dementia facing communication challenges and their caregivers. Globally, the number of people with dementia is increasing significantly, reaching 78 million by 2030 and 139 million by 2050. Half of those diagnosed with dementia encounter challenging behavioral symptoms due to distress. Early distress management not only enhances well-being but also helps prevent escalating behavioral issues. SmartSocks™ utilize sensors and artificial intelligence to notify dementia caregivers about early signs of pain and anxiety in their patients.
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Expired
investment:
£220,780
Run An Empire is a mobile app that is encouraging people to get outside and start jogging/ running more often using gamification. The idea behind the app is that users run around a particular area and then that area is claimed as their 'territory' until another user jogs that area and then claims it.
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Expired
investment:
£60,370
Fore Fitness Group (FFG) is a company that operates the easyGym and PACK45 brands in the fitness space. It operates 20 affordable but high-quality easyGym units across 3 countries. FFG plans to open gyms, boutique studios across the world and develop digital assets such as workout apps. It is developing two new products: an innovative workout app, and an effective & easy-to-use home fitness equipment machine. FFG believes that these steps will appeal to fitness enthusiasts both during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. FFG’s’ vision is to operate the largest fitness network in the world by 2030. The company will use the investment: 10% of it to patent, prototype and gather initial feedback for the home fitness equipment, 20% to build, market and ship the first orders for the home fitness equipment, 15% to market and establish momentum for the workout app, 15% to launch a premium version of the online fitness library, 20% for company costs such as rent and staffing, and the rest for investment opportunities that may present themselves and to seek new Master Franchise Agreements (MFAs) for different countries with eligible partners.
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Expired
investment:
£1,462,390
By combining fitness with fashion, art and design, BLOK has become a major competitor of boutique class-based gyms within London. BLOK has appeared on Britain's Next Top Model, as well as working with global stars including Anthony Joshua and Jordan Dunn.
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Expired
investment:
£891,790
