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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£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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Stroli – the shopping trolley reimagined for modern needs. The shopping trolley, often associated with a particular image, is an untapped category ready for innovation. The market is flooded with generic, budget-friendly options that lack charm, with the exception of Rolser, which is pricier and claims the green niche. Stroli steps in as the go-to brand, offering a unique approach, positioning, voice, and eco-friendly credentials. Say goodbye to sore hands and plastic bags – Stroli makes shopping a pleasure with its high-quality, stylish trolley bags designed to enhance your convenience and style
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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
Kaelo is a design company whose patented, 'Dry-cold chamber', is an open bottle host that can be integrated into premium interiors to serve drinks at the ideal temperature. The company states that its product requires no ice, water or maintenance, and uses as little power as a lightbulb. Kaelo points out that it has achieved rapid market acceptance with over 2300 unit sales to date, with almost no marketing spend. The company is now focused on high-end kitchens in the +£30,000 category. It estimates that out of the 4.5 million of these bought every year, 70% of customers would upgrade their kitchens with Kaelo's products. Kaelo currently has 125 kitchen showrooms that are selling its products in the UK with more distributors selling across Europe and the US. It will use the investment to launch the Kaelo brand for the first time, establish Kaelo in the kitchen market, and achieve the brand's goal of reaching 37,000 units by 2025.
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Expired
investment:
£845,260
PlusGuidance is an online counselling and therapy platform. PlusGuidance gives users access to hundred of therapists all over the world so you can find your perfect therapist without being restricted by geography.
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Expired
investment:
£54,690
EV Hub plans to offer fast charging for fleets of electric cars, vans, and couriers at sites with 15-30 bays each. The company uses the latest stable technology that needs only c.30 minutes per charge in comparison to 1-2 hours ‘Fast’ chargers and overnight for ‘Slow’ home/work charging. EV Hub's goal is to start with London’s 3,000 electric taxis, and it will expand quickly to serve vans, hire cars, minicabs, and couriers. With the proceeds, the company will lease and run two first flagship, high-traffic sites, King’s Cross and Heathrow Airport, which will help boost the working capital to profitability.
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Buzzbike is a disruptive new way for brands to advertise around the city, putting thousands of bikes on the road along the way. Each bike is fully branded which allows Buzzbikes partners to design a full fleet of bikes. To maximise impact, bikes are clustered and geo-targeted in places the brand wants to be seen by recruiting riders who work and park in those locations. Buzzbikes are completely free for the rider, all you have to do is ride to work a minimum of 12 times a month and street park. They are also giving away lock, lights, insurance and yearly servicing, as well as a discount at their kit partner Brooks.
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Expired
investment:
£388,870
Devoted is a premium brand that has received a 5* on Trustpilot. It is currently sold in 16 countries and its focus is to produce a high-quality alternative that's completely grain-free and high in meat content. 213 satisfied customers have provided a 9.3/10 rating on Trustpilot. The company strives to become a significant provider of premium pet foods to observant pet keepers worldwide. With the proceeds, the company seeks to capitalise on the current market trends with its natural pet foods.
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investment:
£67,850
Vertically Urban (VU) is a horticultural lighting specialist that produces high-tech LED lighting solutions for indoor industrial farms, glasshouses, medicinal growers and onsite Pod farms, who in turn, supply to supermarkets, restaurants and the medical market. The company aims to be a segment leader in the global vertical farming market that is projected to reach $12.7 billion by 2026. VU asserts that vertical farming has been tipped as the future of food production and supported by early investors such as Amazon’s Jeff Bezos. The company has witnessed £30 million+ worth of sales to date. It will use the investment to increase brand awareness via horticultural trade shows, market its products on online and offline portals, develop new technologies, and recruit senior personnel to oversee growth in key markets.
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Expired
investment:
£335,040
