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TVM Capital Life Science

Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich

Description

TVM Capital Life Science is a highly specialized venture capital firm with a dedicated focus on the life science sector. With offices strategically located in Munich, Germany, and Montreal, Canada, the firm boasts over 35 years of experience in identifying and nurturing innovative companies within the biotech, pharmaceutical, and medtech industries. Their investment philosophy centers on supporting clinical-stage companies, with a particular emphasis on groundbreaking drug development projects that demonstrate clear potential for significant impact and value creation.

The firm has established a robust track record, having successfully raised over US$1.8 billion in capital across multiple funds since its inception. This substantial capital base underscores their long-term commitment to the life science ecosystem. Their current flagship fund, TVM Life Science Innovation II (LSI II), notably closed at US$243 million, reflecting continued investor confidence in their specialized investment strategy. LSI II is specifically designed to finance drug development projects through a structured, single-asset approach, primarily targeting opportunities in North America and Europe.

TVM Capital Life Science's investment strategy is characterized by its focus on de-risking drug development through a rigorous selection process and often involves strategic partnerships. They typically engage in significant first checks, ranging from US$10 million to US$30 million, to fund specific clinical milestones or project advancements. This approach allows them to provide substantial capital to accelerate promising therapies. Over their extensive history, TVM Capital Life Science has invested in more than 140 companies, contributing to the advancement of numerous life-saving innovations and generating considerable returns for their limited partners.

Investor Profile

TVM Capital Life Science has backed more than 25 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 17 rounds, about 68% of its total and boasts 4 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series A, Series C rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Germany, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Biotechnology, Medical.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $10M – $30M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (40%)
  • Series A (16%)
  • Series C (12%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (12%)
  • Series B (8%)
  • Series D (8%)
  • Seed (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (40%)
  • Germany (28%)
  • Canada (20%)
  • United Kingdom (8%)
  • Switzerland (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • Biotechnology
  • Medical
  • Medical Device
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Manufacturing
  • Therapeutics
  • Product Design
  • Clinical Trials
  • Genetics
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Who does TVM Capital Life Science frequently co-invest with?

A
Europe, Niedersachsen, Germany, Göttingen
Co-Investments: 1
Signet Healthcare Partners
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
BonVenture
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Co-Investments: 1
C
Europe, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, Heidelberg
Co-Investments: 3
DPE Deutsche Private Equity
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Co-Investments: 2
Axel Springer Plug and Play Accelerator
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 1
Careventures
Europe, Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Co-Investments: 2
Capacura
Europe, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, Lohmar
Co-Investments: 1
AC
Oceania, New South Wales, Australia, Sydney
Co-Investments: 3
E
Europe, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland, Basel
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does TVM Capital Life Science often collaborate with?

TB
North America, Missouri, United States, St Louis
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by TVM Capital Life Science?

Egg Medical

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

Egg Medical is a medical device company that offers EGGNEST, a passive protection designed to drastically reduce scatter radiation exposure.

Health CareMedical DeviceWellness
Series UnknownMar 1, 2025
Amount Raised: $14,300,000
CSA Medical

Lutherville Timonium, Maryland, United States

CSA Medical is a provider of innovative spray cryotherapy medical device solutions.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalMedical Device
Series DSep 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $53,000,000
leon nanodrugs

München, Bayern, Germany

leon-nanodrugs is a nanotechnology-based drug development company.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical
Series DAug 6, 2024
Smart Reporting

Munich, Bayern, Germany

Smart Reporting is a digital health start-up that provides documentation software in the medical field.

Health CareMedicalSaaSSoftware
Series CApr 22, 2024
Amount Raised: $24,506,357
Vektor Medical

San Diego, California, United States

Revolutionizing Arrhythmia Care

Health CareMedicalMedical Device
Series AFeb 5, 2024
Amount Raised: $16,000,000
Myo

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Myo Is a communication platform for nursing homes.

Health CareHospitalityNursing and Residential Care
Series AJan 31, 2024
Amount Raised: $8,643,565
Recurv Pharma

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Recurv Pharma is developing a brand-new taxane therapy for the treatment of solid tumours.

Life SciencePharmaceuticalTherapeutics
Series UnknownFeb 1, 2023
Amount Raised: $24,000,000
Egg Medical

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

Egg Medical is a medical device company that offers EGGNEST, a passive protection designed to drastically reduce scatter radiation exposure.

Health CareMedical DeviceWellness
Series UnknownMar 3, 2022
Amount Raised: $13,000,000
Centogene

Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

CENTOGENE provides methods and technology for human genetics analysis.

BiotechnologyClinical TrialsGeneticsHealth CareHealth Diagnostics
Post Ipo EquityFeb 1, 2022
Amount Raised: $16,909,983
Access Vascular

Bedford, Massachusetts, United States

Access Vascular is a medical device company that develops novel bulk hydrophilic-based devices to improve venous access.

Advanced MaterialsHealth CareManufacturingMedical DeviceProduct Management
Series BMar 3, 2021
Amount Raised: $20,000,000