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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Extended
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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
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
Plerith works with high growth start-ups and scaling companies to plan for and deliver growth. The company asserts that it helps companies promote their business to potential funders, through its network of angel and venture capital investors depending on the stage and sector of the said business. Plerith is partnering with Newable and Bristol Private Equity Club to deliver the fund in the South West London (SWL) area and identify and invest in the most exciting high growth companies in the region. Plerith argues that its deep knowledge of fundraising, sales, strategy, finance and technology would help SWL businesses flourish. Plerith aims to provide investors access to the highest quality local companies in the SWL region.
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Yolk, also known as In One Basket Limited, is a pioneering company revolutionizing the food and coffee experience for people on the move. They provide high-quality sandwiches, salads, and improved breakfast options without the premium cost, boasting five successful locations in London and three upcoming openings in the second half of 2023
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TBC
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Soupfix is a gourmet soup company that are planning to bring fresh and healthy soups to the city. Soupfix are currently using pop up locations in popular areas to bring a new lunchtime choice for city workers.
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Expired
investment:
£41,010
Grocemania is an on-demand delivery service which enables consumers to shop for groceries and beverages from their preferred local stores and receive the orders in 1 hour. The company has 60+ shops on-board over London and Brighton, and so far it has completed 3000+ deliveries. Grocemania has been highly commended as an On-Demand Delivery Business at "World Post & Parcel Awards". It has also been featured in many editions like The Grocer, City AM and Talking Retail. The proceeds will be used for sales, marketing and software development.
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Expired
investment:
£81,735
PUNCHY Drinks is a start-up targeting Millennials and Gen Z that serves delicious ready-to-drink punch (no and low alcohol) in bottles and on tap. First launched in June 2018, it has secured listings with Fortnum & Mason, Selfridges, Farmdrop, Fenwick and more. PUNCHY was nominated by The Grocer for ‘Start-Up of the Year.’ The company aims to provide a new perspective on drinking by bringing back punch. The company has a rating of 4 out of 5-star on Ocado. Punchy has also been featured on Sunday Brunch and, it is voted the best drink. With the proceeds, the company will be expanding the team, introduce new formats, and export its punch around the world.
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Expired
investment:
£254,787
Honest Burgers is a rapidly growing burger brand that started in a marquee and now has 40 beloved restaurants across London and beyond. They are known for serving top-quality burgers and chips while prioritizing customer satisfaction and value. With a commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing, they aim to reduce their environmental impact and are forecasting £55 million in sales turnover this year, with an exciting opportunity to expand further, both regionally and with a new restaurant format, challenging competitors in the premium quick service burger market.
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Expired
investment:
£2,905,631
Dynamo claims to be the world's only 100% electric zero-emissions London black cab. It asserts that it uses Nissan's fully electric eNV200 Evalia MPV as a donor vehicle and converts it to a fully certified and compliant London 'Black Cab'. Dynamo argues that there are nearly 70,000 taxis in the UK, of which 4,000 have already converted to electric vehicles. Dynamo is competing to convert the remaining 66,000 into electric ones to gain profit and improve the environment. Dynamo has, to date, sold 170 vehicles in London, Liverpool, Coventry, Sheffield, and Nottingham. The company intends to become a competitor in the £4 billion taxi market. It states it will use the investment to procure a vast array of additional parts and equipment from a localised supply chain, increase its workforce, develop a second product in collaboration with Nissan/Renault Alliance, and strengthen its relationship with large automotive manufacturers.
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Expired
investment:
£1,768,035
