Insights Accelerated
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.
Redefining the Possible: How Just – Evotec Biologics is Decoding the Future of Biomanufacturing
At InterPhex 2026, one challenge stands out: scaling complex biologics affordably. Just-Evotec Biologics is redefining the model with AI-driven design and continuous manufacturing — reshaping access to next-generation therapies.
The Beauty of Innovation: an episode of the Discovery Matters podcast
In this episode of Discovery Matters by Cytiva, innovation is explored from both a scientific and deeply human perspective. Insights are shared on how AI, precision partnering, empathy, and behavioural insight are reshaping life sciences.
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.
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.
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.
Where Nordic Science Meets Global Capital: A Conversation with Ted Fjällman
Bridging Nordic scientific rigour with American ambition could be key to unlocking larger investments in life sciences. By combining deep expertise with bold capital strategies, investors like Flerie are helping catalyse bigger funding rounds and accelerating innovation from lab to market.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nordic Biotech Innovation Meets Global Impact: Diamyd Medical on the SACC NE Podcast
Featuring Diamyd Medical, the discussion explores a groundbreaking approach to preserving the body’s own insulin production through immune system research. A must-listen to understand how Swedish innovation is gaining momentum on the global stage.
Conversations, Collaboration & Celebration: Opening Night at Skeppsbron 10
On February 19th, we opened the doors of our new location at Skeppsbron 10, in the heart of Stockholm, marking an exciting milestone for Ventures Accelerated and celebrating the occasion with our community.
Designing Immunity: Treos Bio’s Data‑Driven Path in Cancer Care
Treos Bio is moving beyond the "trial-and-error" of traditional oncology with a proprietary AI-enabled platform. By using population-scale immunogenomic modelling, the company is shifting the focus to predictable patient outcomes. Watch our interview with CEO Christopher Gallen to learn how the upcoming OBERTO-202 trial aims to validate this data-driven approach in patients with MSS mCRC.
State of the (European) Union - To be or not to be
As a new world order takes shape, the European Union faces a defining crossroads. From the "sovereignty trap" of the veto to the revolutionary concept of "European Inc.," this article explores how the EU can move from a house of separate rooms to a single home built on shared power. Read why strategic autonomy is no longer a choice, but a matter of survival.
Meet Our Accelerators
Meet Dr. Roger Lias, one of our Accelerators with a career spanning biopharma, CDMOs, and advisory roles across Europe, North America, and Asia. He brings a deeply entrepreneurial mindset to building and scaling life science companies.
Enough Thinking, Time for Results: Diamyd Medical’s Pivotal Path to 2026
Amongst the key voices at this year’s JPM Healthcare Conference in San Francisco was Ulf Hannelius, CEO of Diamyd Medical, who arrived with a clear strategic mission: preparing the global investment community for a potential paradign shift in the treatment of type 1 diabetes.
OnDosis Partners with Diamond Therapeutics on Low-Dose Psilocybin Programs
A new collaboration between OnDosis and Diamond Therapeutics aims to enable accurate, reproducible dosing in low-dose psilocybin research, supporting a Phase 2a study in generalized anxiety disorder.
Strengthening Sweden’s Biologics Value Chain: Diamyd Medical Partners with NorthX Biologics
Diamyd Medical has strengthened its manufacturing collaborations in Sweden through a long-term partnership with APL and a new strategic alliance with NorthX Biologics, supporting controlled scale-up and future commercialization in biologics.