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BioVenture

Asia, Jiangsu, China, Suzhou

Description

BioVenture, officially known as Suzhou BioVenture Management Co., Ltd., is a prominent venture capital firm based in Suzhou, China. Established with strong ties to the Suzhou Industrial Park Bio-Nano Park (BioBAY), BioVenture plays a crucial role in fostering the region's burgeoning life sciences ecosystem. The firm specializes in providing early and growth stage capital to innovative companies within the biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and broader healthcare sectors. Its strategic location within one of China's leading biotech hubs provides it with unique access to cutting-edge research and promising startups.

The firm's investment strategy is deeply rooted in supporting the commercialization and scaling of life science innovations. BioVenture actively seeks out companies with strong intellectual property, significant market potential, and experienced management teams. Beyond capital, BioVenture often leverages its extensive network within BioBAY and the broader Chinese healthcare industry to provide portfolio companies with operational support, strategic guidance, and access to resources necessary for rapid development and market penetration. This hands-on approach is designed to accelerate the growth of its investments from nascent stages through to market leadership.

Over its operational history, BioVenture has established itself as a significant player in China's biotech investment landscape. The firm has reportedly invested in over 100 companies, demonstrating a broad and active portfolio. Cumulatively, their investments have exceeded 10 billion RMB (approximately $1.4 billion USD), underscoring their substantial financial commitment to the sector. This extensive track record highlights BioVenture's dedication to nurturing the next generation of life science leaders and contributing to the advancement of healthcare solutions both domestically and internationally.

Investor Profile

BioVenture has backed more than 27 startups, with 12 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 11 rounds, about 41% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Series B, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in China, United States, Hong Kong.
  • Strong thematic focus on Biotechnology, Health Care, Medical.
  • Led 7 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $2M – $20M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (33%)
  • Series B (30%)
  • Series Unknown (19%)
  • Seed (11%)
  • Series C (7%)

Country Focus

  • China (70%)
  • United States (19%)
  • Hong Kong (4%)
  • Germany (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Biotechnology
  • Health Care
  • Medical
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Medical Device
  • Biopharma
  • Health Diagnostics
  • Manufacturing
  • Oncology
  • Product Research
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Who does BioVenture frequently co-invest with?

OrbiMed
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 4
Tencent
Asia, Guangdong, China, Shenzhen
Co-Investments: 2
AME Cloud Ventures
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 2
Octagon Capital Advisors
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Sherpa Healthcare Partners
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 3
Qiming Venture Partners
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 3
iGlobe Partners
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 2
CBC Capital
Asia, Beijing, China, Beijing
Co-Investments: 2
Relay Ventures
North America, Ontario, Canada, Toronto
Co-Investments: 2
Lilly Asia Ventures
Asia, Shanghai, China, Shanghai
Co-Investments: 3

What are some of recent deals done by BioVenture?

Shuwen Biotech

Deqing, Zhejiang, China

Shuwen Biotech is engaged in licensing and developing innovative diagnostic products and services for disease prevention.

BiotechnologyMedical
Series CJul 9, 2025
Amount Raised: $13,927,771
Xiaolu Biotech

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Xiaolu Biotech is the developer of the Biopharmaceutical.

BiopharmaMedical
SeedJun 17, 2025
AusperBio

Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

AusperBio is a biotechnology company that develops innovative drugs for curing chronic hepatitis B and other major infectious diseases.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyPharmaceutical
Series BMay 28, 2025
Amount Raised: $50,000,000
RootPath

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

RootPath is a biotechnology company developing a powerful personalized T cell therapy platform that bridges precision medicine.

BiotechnologyPrecision Medicine
Series UnknownApr 24, 2025
Yulu Qianxing

Suzhou, Jiangsu, China

Yulu Qianxing is an AI-powered platform that enables novel drug research and development by simulating processes.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)MedicalProduct Research
Series AApr 22, 2025
Shanhai Innovation

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Shanhai Innovation is a medical science company that provides supramolecular science and technology research and development solutions.

BiotechnologyMedicalProduct Research
Series CApr 16, 2025
Amount Raised: $13,671,474
Hengyu Medical

Tianjin, Guangdong, China

Hengyu Medical is a medical device firm focused on R&D and production of IVUS and optical coherence tomography, and catheter equipment.

Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMedicalMedical Device
Series UnknownFeb 21, 2025
Amount Raised: $13,791,201
Degron Therapeutics

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Degron Therapeutics is a platform company in discovery of molecular glue degraders for cancer treatment.

BiotechnologyHealth CareOncology
Series AJan 22, 2025
MyoGene Life Sciences

Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

MyoGene Life Sciences is a regenerative medical company that specializes in the promotion of its repair material products for bone repair.

Advanced MaterialsHealth CareMedical
Series AJan 17, 2025
AusperBio

Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

AusperBio is a biotechnology company that develops innovative drugs for curing chronic hepatitis B and other major infectious diseases.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyPharmaceutical
Series BDec 26, 2024
Amount Raised: $73,000,000