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KIZOO Technology Capital

Europe, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, Karlsruhe

Description

KIZOO Technology Capital, based in Karlsruhe, Germany, is a specialized venture capital firm with a distinct focus on the burgeoning field of rejuvenation biotechnology. Founded by Michael Greve, a prominent figure in the longevity space and founder of FOREVER HEALTH, KIZOO is deeply integrated into the ecosystem surrounding the SENS Research Foundation. This strategic alignment underscores its commitment to combating age-related diseases by supporting groundbreaking scientific advancements. The firm's mission extends beyond mere capital provision, aiming to accelerate the development of therapies that address the root causes of aging.

As an early-stage investor, KIZOO primarily targets seed and Series A rounds, often serving as the crucial first institutional investor for promising startups. Their investment philosophy is highly hands-on, offering comprehensive mentoring, strategic guidance, and access to a robust network of scientific experts, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. KIZOO typically deploys initial investments ranging from €500,000 to €5 million, which translates to approximately $540,000 to $5.4 million, demonstrating their capacity to provide substantial early-stage capital. This financial commitment is complemented by their operational support, which is designed to help nascent companies navigate the complex landscape of biotech development, from R&D to clinical trials.

KIZOO's unique value proposition lies in its deep domain expertise and long-term vision for a future free from age-related suffering. They are not just financial backers but active partners, leveraging their profound understanding of rejuvenation science to identify and nurture companies with the highest potential for impact. Their portfolio includes pioneering firms like Mogling Bio and Revel Pharmaceuticals, which are at the forefront of developing novel therapeutics. By concentrating solely on rejuvenation biotech, KIZOO has cultivated a specialized ecosystem that provides unparalleled support to its portfolio companies, positioning them for success in a field poised for significant growth and societal transformation.

Investor Profile

KIZOO Technology Capital has backed more than 48 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 22 rounds, about 46% of its total and boasts 5 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Germany, United States, The Netherlands.
  • Strong thematic focus on Biotechnology, Software, SaaS.
  • Typical check size: $540K – $5.4M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (58%)
  • Series A (17%)
  • Series B (8%)
  • Series Unknown (6%)
  • Series C (4%)
  • Series D (2%)
  • Convertible Note (2%)
  • Pre Seed (2%)

Country Focus

  • Germany (46%)
  • United States (40%)
  • The Netherlands (8%)
  • United Kingdom (4%)
  • Austria (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Biotechnology
  • Software
  • Saas
  • Therapeutics
  • Enterprise Software
  • Health Care
  • Mobile Apps
  • Biopharma
  • Life Science
  • Pharmaceutical
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FAQ

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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does KIZOO Technology Capital frequently co-invest with?

Starbloom Capital
North America, Texas, United States, Houston
Co-Investments: 2
Capnamic Ventures
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Cologne
Co-Investments: 5
Headline
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 4
Insight Partners
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
VF
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 2
Formic Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
Grapeseed.Bio
North America, New York, United States, La Fayette
Co-Investments: 1
Runa Capital
Europe, Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Co-Investments: 3
Point Nine
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 3
HW Capital
Europe, Bayern, Germany, München
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does KIZOO Technology Capital often collaborate with?

JM
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Shared Deals: 1
JM
Europe, Isle of Man
Shared Deals: 1
MS
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
HM
North America, New Providence, Bahamas, Nassau
Shared Deals: 1
MA
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
KA
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
BK
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by KIZOO Technology Capital?

Reservoir Neuroscience

Emeryville, California, United States

Reservoir Neuroscience is a biopharma company that develops novel therapeutics.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyTherapeutics
Series UnknownJan 18, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,000,000
Cellvie

Houston, Texas, United States

Cellvie develops cell-derived medicines, leveraging the therapeutic potential of mitochondria, the powerhouses of the cell.

BiotechnologyLife ScienceTherapeutics
SeedFeb 6, 2023
Amount Raised: $5,500,000
Mogling Bio

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Mogling Bio is a company that uses novel pharmacological approaches to rejuvenate old stem cells.

Health CareMedical
SeedOct 26, 2022
Elastrin Therapeutics

Simpsonville, South Carolina, United States

Elastrin Therapeutics is a biotech company developing novel therapies to reverse cardiovascular disease.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyTherapeutics
SeedApr 7, 2022
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Revel Pharmaceuticals

San Francisco, California, United States

Revel Pharmaceuticals develops therapeutics for multiple diseases of aging including osteoarthritis, kidney, and complications of diabetes.

BiotechnologyLife SciencePharmaceutical
SeedMar 17, 2022
Amount Raised: $8,400,000
Underdog Pharmaceuticals

Mountain View, California, United States

Underdog develops interventions targeting toxic forms of cholesterol to provide true disease-modifying treatments for age-related diseases.

Pharmaceutical
SeedSep 23, 2021
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Staffbase

Chemnitz, Sachsen, Germany

Staffbase Communications Cloud provides companies with a complete platform to develop, deliver, and measure communications that inspire.

Enterprise SoftwareMobile AppsSaaSSoftware
Series DMar 29, 2021
Amount Raised: $143,577,552
Elastrin Therapeutics

Simpsonville, South Carolina, United States

Elastrin Therapeutics is a biotech company developing novel therapies to reverse cardiovascular disease.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyTherapeutics
SeedMar 4, 2021
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
Cellvie

Houston, Texas, United States

Cellvie develops cell-derived medicines, leveraging the therapeutic potential of mitochondria, the powerhouses of the cell.

BiotechnologyLife ScienceTherapeutics
SeedJan 25, 2021
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
Elevian

Allston, Massachusetts, United States

Elevian develops medicines that restore youthful regenerative capacity with the potential to treat and prevent many age-related diseases.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyTherapeutics
SeedNov 24, 2020
Amount Raised: $15,000,000