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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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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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
Celestial Labs is a drone display company that combines advanced technology with organic performance. The company's proprietary 'Skytheatre' display is a dynamic, safe and green alternative to carbon-intensive fireworks and represents a new frontier for the live event industry. Composed of a creative collective of award-winning filmmakers, musicians, developers, entrepreneurs, and storytellers, the company is constantly pushing the boundaries of drone display innovation, where technology meets imagination. The Human Support division of Celestial is a not-for-profit initiative that aims to lift the spirits of those who witness Celestial's displays whilst imparting crucial information. The company aims to enlist the support and guidance of city leadership partners, industrial conglomerates, and seek grant funding.
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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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Artfinder is the art world's first certified B corporation that is on a mission to create a world where art benefits everyone. Operating in the $55 billion+ wall décor and online art market, the company is backed by Wellington Partners, and private investors in the UK, US and Switzerland. It has 60,000 customers, 6,000 artists and a collection of 470,000 artworks. The company believes in establishing direct contact with artists to select or commission work and negotiate prices. Customers have rated the company highly with 4.8+ Trustpilot reviews. The company will use the investment to supercharge its growth, grow its team and improve its platform.
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Expired
investment:
£834,056
A protein energy brand that offers its products in round balls as an easy-to-eat pre and post workout snack. Boostball's multi-award winning products are made from raw ingredients that have been cold-pressed and only contain natural sugars from fruits and plants.
Boostball sells almost 50,000 units per month across 13 countries and have their own production facility, which creates products for other companies too. Boostball has partnered with Virgin Atlantic and Wimbledon to market their range and their customers also include Google, WHSmith and Graze.
Funds are being raised to launch their next product range, Boostbutter, which is nut butter in squeezable pouches of various sizes. The business is also seeking to grow their market share by entering other territories such as the USA.
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Expired
investment:
£251,300
Mercato Metropolitano represents a revival of traditional street food market with an Italian soul within the UK and beyond. The current London location has already attracted an estimated 590,000 people* through its doors since November 2016 to July 2017. Yet, MM is more than just a food market. The MM concept is proving popular because it offers visitors a trusted destination for friends to enjoy a fantastic range of highly-curated Mediterranean street food, artisan groceries to take home and inclusive entertainment, featuring an immersive cinema offering as well as local live music. What stands out for many visitors, is the relaxed atmosphere focused on the local community.
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Expired
investment:
£577,587
The go-to platform for people planning the most important purchase of their lives: a new home.
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Expired
investment:
£103,008
Cauli Rice is the first long-life, low carb replacement for rice, pasta or potatoes. Cauli Rice comes in a convenient ready-to-heat pack that is ready to eat in just 2 and a half minutes.
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Expired
investment:
£1,437,140
