Insights Accelerated

The Hidden Value of Nordic Life Science Innovation
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

The Hidden Value of Nordic Life Science Innovation

Many Nordic life science companies have world-class science, yet struggle to attract the attention they deserve. In this exclusive Venture Road UK conversation, investor Altar Munis reveals what truly matters to UK investors—and why the right story can be just as important as the science itself.

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Targeted Cancer Therapies with Avacta: From Scientific Story to Patient Impact
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

Targeted Cancer Therapies with Avacta: From Scientific Story to Patient Impact

Last Thursday during Venture Road UK, companies from across the Nordics and the UK pitched in front of a mixed audience of investors and industry partners. Our warm congratulations to the winner of the pitch session, Christina Coughlin, CEO of Avacta, who is working on targeted cancer therapy delivery to improve efficacy while reducing side effects for patients.

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The Human Side of Biotech Partnering
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

The Human Side of Biotech Partnering

What makes a biotech partnership truly successful ? Beyond term sheets and deal structures, the strongest collaborations are built on trust, alignment, and a shared vision. Discover the human side of biotech partnering.

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Meet Our Accelerators
Ragnar Strigård Ragnar Strigård

Meet Our Accelerators

Meet Julie Ames, an expert in corporate communications, investor relations, and leadership. With a background spanning the Federal Reserve Board to major life sciences companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific, she brings deep experience at the intersection of finance, biotech, and strategic communication.

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Starting With the End in Mind
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

Starting With the End in Mind

Explore how life science companies can benefit from thinking about their end goals from the very beginning. Featuring insights from industry experts, it highlights how early decisions around IP, strategy, and structure can shape long-term outcomes. A concise look at the perspectives shared ahead of The End Game seminar.

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Spring Salon: Where Community and Art Meet
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

Spring Salon: Where Community and Art Meet

The Spring Salon marks the arrival of spring in the Nordics, an evening of connection, renewal, and art for the life science community. Join us on April 28 at Skeppsbron 10 as our space transforms into a gallery featuring Emma Jelk and Jullianne Jabol.

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Precision Immunotherapy in Late-Line mCRC: An Interview with Prof. Sebastian Stintzing on OBERTO-202 at Charité Berlin 
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

Precision Immunotherapy in Late-Line mCRC: An Interview with Prof. Sebastian Stintzing on OBERTO-202 at Charité Berlin 

In metastatic colorectal cancer, where treatment options are limited, new approaches are urgently needed. At Charité Berlin, Professor Sebastian Stintzing is advancing a novel combination of immunotherapy and personalized vaccination—aiming to improve outcomes through smarter patient selection and innovative trial design.

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Exit – Your Baby Must eventually Leave the Nest  
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

Exit – Your Baby Must eventually Leave the Nest  

Building a biotech startup mirrors raising a child: a journey fueled by vision, uncertainty, and relentless commitment. From fragile beginnings to eventual independence, both evolve through phases of rapid growth, doubt, and transformation — requiring founders to nurture, adapt, and ultimately learn to let go as their creation takes on a life of its own.

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PRESS RELEASE
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

PRESS RELEASE

PRESS RELEASE - A group of Nordic life science leaders will travel to the United Kingdom from 7 to 12 June as part of Venture Road UK, an initiative designed to strengthen collaboration between two of Europe’s leading life science ecosystems.

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Meet Our Accelerators
Ragnar Strigård Ragnar Strigård

Meet Our Accelerators

Stepping into the fast-paced world of Ventures Accelerated, three new recruits : Wendy Boakai, Iñigo de Yturriaga Melgarejo and Ombeline Ragoucy are already making their mark. Fresh perspectives, bold ambitions, and a shared drive to innovate: this is the energy they bring to the team.

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The New Rules of Global Partnering in Life Sciences
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

The New Rules of Global Partnering in Life Sciences

Global partnering in life sciences is entering a new era shaped by geopolitical shifts, financial pressure, and rapid innovation. In her latest column, Helena Strigård highlights how success now depends on global agility, strategic alliances, and the ability to move fast across markets. A must-read for understanding the new rules driving growth and opportunity in today’s biotech landscape.

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From Impact Day to Life-Saving Missions
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

From Impact Day to Life-Saving Missions

From a single evening of generosity to life-saving action on the ground, the Impact Day Gala became more than a moment—it became momentum. The funds raised are now translating into critical neurosurgical missions, where expertise meets urgent need.

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