Danaher Ventures

Our unique model combines first access and proprietary rights to disruptive deal flow with an established track record of new venture formation, company building, and value creation. We invest in bold, transformative innovations to develop new drugs and technologies to improve outcomes for the market benefit of patients worldwide. Investing in early-stage venture capital We invest in seed and early-stage life science ventures, bringing Mass General Brigham’s expertise and extensive network to bear to create transformative solutions to solve unmet medical needs. Leveraging a competitive advantage Research is the driving force that advances medicine and Mass General Brigham Ventures sits at the center of the largest medical research engine in the United States. #1 in hospital medical research​ Mass General Brigham Ventures is a member of the largest hospital system-based research enterprise in the U.S., which includes Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, two of the nation’s premier academic medical centers whose origins date back to the early 1800’s.​ Mass General Brigham Ventures' unique model leverages a preferred position to source technology including first access and rights to disruptive deal flow. This is an exceptional advantage that conventional venture capital funds cannot reproduce. Legacy of investing in medical innovation Mass General Brigham Ventures plays a key role in founding and funding next-generation technologies. These three transformational companies are examples of start-ups that are poised to address significant unmet medical needs. All were seeded by Mass General Brigham Ventures with founding intellectual property from Mass General Brigham. Editas Medicine: IPO Feb. 2016 (NASDAQ: EDIT) Unlocking the power and potential of CRISPR genome editing technology. CoStim Pharmaceuticals: Acquired by Novartis, Feb. 2014 Next-generation immuno-oncology drugs based on T-cell costimulatory targets. Keros Therapeutics: IPO April 2020 (NASDAQ: KROS) Novel treatments for patients suffering from hematologic and musculoskeletal disorders. Our investment strategy We invest in next-generation life science companies based on intellectual property created within our own research community. We seek strong co-investor syndicates to develop products across a range of categories including drugs, devices, diagnostics, and digital health.​ Initial investments are directed at the seed and Series A stages, where our participation attracts capital and talent into the most difficult-to-fund phase of company development. When we invest, we expect to support each portfolio company through its entire financing lifecycle. In addition to providing the necessary venture capital, we leverage our experience in starting and growing companies, our expertise in the medical industry, and our network of scientific and business talent to build great companies. Leveraging a proven approach:The annual output of high-impact invention and discovery represents a unique opportunity to create, finance, and monetize new life science-based companies. We deploy start-up capital to capture the collective expertise of our unrivaled base of scientific talent and clinical resources to bring cutting-edge science to patients Competitive advantage of Mass General Brigham: The power of collective impact from our vast research enterprise provides an unrivaled competitive advantage to build next generation life science companies capable of bringing innovative therapeutics to patients in need and delivering outstanding returns to our investors. Academic medical centers: We source deals from our five research and teaching hospitals, which collectively represent the largest teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School.

Through its activities, Technology Ventures facilitates promising inventions to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. The mission of Technology Ventures is to promote the commercial development of Cedars‑Sinai research into products and services that advance healthcare and improve patient wellbeing. Technology Ventures actively seeks industry partners to develop these technologies and works to establish mutually beneficial long‑term relationships.

With a passion for advancing healthcare and a keen focus on fostering innovation, FHCV is dedicated to supporting companies developing new and transformative medicines, as well as investing in other venture capital funds operating in the life sciences sector. FHCV invests in companies that are pushing the boundaries of medical research and development, with a particular emphasis on those developing novel therapies. FHCV seeks out opportunities where breakthrough technologies and transformative ideas have the potential to address significant unmet medical needs and revolutionize patient care. The organization also invests in venture capital funds specializing in life sciences and seeks to leverage their expertise and network to access a diverse range of investment opportunities. This approach allows FHCV to diversify its portfolio while also benefiting from the specialized knowledge and due diligence capabilities of these investment partners.

Bioqube Ventures is a specialist life sciences investment firm based in Europe and US with a global footprint. We source, finance and develop innovative therapeutic assets and technologies. We put our venture creation experience at work to translate and de-risk scientific innovation, advancing our investment portfolio and maximising value for investors. Bioqube Ventures is dedicated to funding therapeutic innovations: … a life sciences venture capital fund – dedicated to advancing exciting science in European and US ecosystems to breakthrough therapies for patients. … a fit-for-purpose dual investment model – besides more classical investments in investment rounds, we have special attention for venture creation projects that require additional experiments prior to creating new ventures. With our in-house factory model we are able to translate exciting science into trailblazing companies. … a hands-on approach – the team is a mix of fund managers, sector experts and serial entrepreneurs that have a proven track record in successfully leading companies on their growth paths. We believe in putting our expertise at work where it matters.

When we founded the firm in 2007, our imaginations were on fire with the possibility of translating scientific discoveries to breakthrough medicines. Could we finally find cures for cancer? Would we be able to diagnose diseases before they even appear? How far could we go in restoring hope and quality of life to patients with incurable conditions? We dared to believe that nothing was impossible. To achieve what hadn’t been done before, we created a process that hadn’t been done before. By starting with big ideas and fostering collaboration among brilliant people with expertise in science, medicine, business and strategy, we set out to do more than fund startups – we aim to build sustainable, innovative companies that can transform the lives of patients. Discover Our Discovery effort is a collaborative and iterative process. We look for emerging fields of science and medicine where the time is right for us to bring transformative change to areas of unmet medical need. Working with leading scientific founders and expert advisors, we then develop a clear vision and strategy for a company with the patient front and center. With 12 years and over 50 companies worth of experience, we have created an industry-leading and differentiated approach to bring breakthrough science to patients. Launch Once a company concept has been refined and optimized through our Discovery process, we Launch the company with the necessary financial, technical and human resources to enable it to reach milestones critical for its growth and success. We become active members of the company’s leadership team, serving in interim roles to ensure the execution of the company’s R&D strategy, and to build a world-class team that shares the company’s scientific vision. Importantly, we work to establish a dynamic and innovative culture at launch where the growing team has a unified passion and commitment to make a difference in the lives of patients. Build Next, we Build on that foundation. We transition out of our interim roles and establish experienced and motivated management teams. As board members and domain experts, we work with these teams for as long as is needed to relentlessly execute on the strategy, bringing whatever resources are required from within the firm to deliver on our commitment to patients. An important element is the work we do to cultivate future partnerships and drive value creating transactions. Our companies also have access to our Beyond Great learning community, which provides peer-to-peer networking for leaders across the portfolio as well as tools and resources focused on shared elements of building successful and sustainable companies. Transform Our companies are now bringing products to patients – Transforming their lives, and the lives of their families. Third Rock portfolio companies have now launched 16 products. It is this that we are most proud of, as it means we are delivering on our mission of creating great companies that discover and develop products that make a difference for the patients we serve. Mission & Core Values Third Rock's mission is to be the preferred partner for entrepreneurs, investors, employees and industry to build great companies that discover and develop products that make a difference for the patients we serve. Integrity: always do the right thing Attitude: nothing is impossible Patients: making a difference through breakthroughs in medicine Partners: make them raving fans Organization: great people, great culture, great accomplishments Entrepreneurs: passionately innovate, found, build, have fun

We invest in the innovators behind the miracles of science who are passionate about improving human health. Sanofi Ventures serves as an entry point to the innovation ecosystem for Sanofi, strategically investing in early-stage transformational science and technology, when companies are too early to partner with or acquire. Our Approach As the corporate venture capital arm of Sanofi, we invest in top-tier biotech and digital health companies that focus on helping patients and transforming the practice of medicine. We invest across all stages of the private company lifecycle, from Seed to Series B and beyond, while leading financings, serving on boards, and taking pride in working alongside portfolio companies to drive long-term value through future financings and IPO. How We Work Think of us like institutional venture capitalists with an added bonus: in addition to our investment, we aim to offer our portfolio companies select access to Sanofi’s expertise and capabilities in science, preclinical and clinical development, regulatory, data analytics, manufacturing, market access, and commercialization. Our goal is to foster strong relationships over time so when our portfolio company is ready to consider a partnership or acquisition, our colleagues on the BD and M&A teams can be a first and last call. We move quickly, we don’t believe in drawn-out processes, and we always aim to provide thoughtful feedback. Our Investment Focus We invest in early-stage biotech and digital health companies of strategic interest to Sanofi. We seek to accelerate all strategic focus while reaching into novel and emerging areas of science and technology. Here are some of the areas that we currently are thinking about: Rare diseases Immunology and inflammation Oncology Cell and gene therapy Vaccines Digital health and data science We can't do it alone - we would love to hear how we can team up to improve human health for people everywhere!