Heidelberg Capital - Lead-Investor

HeidelbergCapital is an in 2007 founded independent Private Equity Funds Group, whose first fund HeidelbergCapital Private Equity Fund-I comprises of 150m USD. The portfolio of HeidelbergCapital ranges from investments in later stage venture companies with a proven business model to established mid-size operations. As an active partner, HeidelbergCapital supports the companies in strategic business decisions, but also provides, where appropriate, funding for further growth.

Aeris Capital - Lead Investor

aeris CAPITAL is a private Swiss investment office, advising a high net worth individual and his foundation, one of the largest German charitable foundations. aeris CAPITAL is active in all asset classes, globally. Operating from a sustainable asset base, with a long-term investment horizon, aeris strives to achieve the highest quality standards in all its investment activities, while delivering superior, risk-adjusted returns.

tbg - Co-Investor

tbg invested in approx. 1000 technology start up companies, 20% are in the field of biotech & healthcare Investment in 2000 was approx. $520M. tbg is a subsidiary of the DtA, belonging to the federal government?s ministry of finance and economics

MBG - Co-Investor

MBG, established in 1971, is a publicly supported investment-company. Business activity is limited to the state of Baden-Württemberg, volume of invested capital: € 275 M. (1125 investments, as of 10/2002).