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Life Cycle Management for Biologics - Out of Thin Air
Anders Månsson Anders Månsson

Life Cycle Management for Biologics - Out of Thin Air

With dozens of blockbuster biologics facing a massive patent cliff by 2030, the smartest defense might be found in the air we breathe. By bypassing the needle, inhaled delivery offers a non-invasive path to revitalizing portfolios and improving patient adherence. It’s a strategic shift that turns technical constraints into a competitive advantage - literally out of thin air !

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Meet Our Accelerators
Ragnar Strigård Ragnar Strigård

Meet Our Accelerators

With roots in journalism at Reuters News in Hong Kong and a career spanning global health, biotech, and nonprofit advocacy, Alexandra Hoegberg is a master of message and mission. Her strategic communications work has influenced policy, built reputations, and connected stakeholders across borders and sectors. She is now a fierce entrepreneur and consultant – and recently joined the Ventures Accelerated team. 

Founder Helena Strigård interviews her on the driving force behind that sharp pen of hers! 

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Venture Road meets Diamyd Medical
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Venture Road meets Diamyd Medical

During Venture Road Nordics, we spoke with Diamyd Medical about a major milestone: the world’s first Phase III trial in type 1 diabetes using a precision medicine approach.
In this interview, CEO Ulf Hannelius shares what it means to be on the verge of entering the US market.

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Preparing for JPM: Why Showing Up Still Matters - Lessons from Life Science Leaders 
Ragnar Strigård Ragnar Strigård

Preparing for JPM: Why Showing Up Still Matters - Lessons from Life Science Leaders 

JPM Healthcare Week is no longer about being seen: it’s about being ready. In this piece, conversations with OnDosis and Treos Bio reveal how strategic clarity, credible data, and execution maturity now define meaningful engagement at JPM. From personalized drug delivery to globally aligned clinical development, the article highlights what it takes to show up with intent in today’s capital-constrained market.

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JP Morgan Healthcare Week: How Nordic Life Science Leaders Can Communicate with Clarity, Discipline, and Impact 
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JP Morgan Healthcare Week: How Nordic Life Science Leaders Can Communicate with Clarity, Discipline, and Impact 

In this Corporate Insights, Julie Ames, President and CEO of The Cambridge Group, argues that JP Morgan Healthcare Week is not about visibility, but reputation. Drawing on deep experience advising life science leaders, she explains how JPM has become a high-signal stress test where strategic clarity, disciplined storytelling, and leadership judgment matter more than volume or hype. The piece outlines how companies are evaluated before, during, and after the week, and why those that arrive prepared build momentum long after JPM ends.

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The Vikings are coming - how Stockholm is an emerging capital of capital 
Ragnar Strigård Ragnar Strigård

The Vikings are coming - how Stockholm is an emerging capital of capital 

As the global life science community gathers for JPM Healthcare Conference Week, attention turns to where capital will flow next. Drawing on a recent Economist analysis, Anders Månsson examines Stockholm’s emergence as a European “capital of capital” — driven by stability, proximity between science and finance, and an innovation-led growth model.

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Meet Our Accelerators
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Meet Our Accelerators

Meet Tracy Humphries, one of our Accelerators, who shares her perspective on the evolving B2B buyer journey. Drawing on 25+ years in life sciences, she discusses why trust, lifecycle marketing, and close alignment between marketing and sales are essential for engaging customers in a digital and AI-driven world.

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Academic–Industry Collaboration as an Engine for Vaccine Innovation
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Academic–Industry Collaboration as an Engine for Vaccine Innovation

Academic–industry collaboration is emerging as a critical engine for vaccine innovation. Drawing on a Venture Road Nordics panel presented by Janet Hoogstraate and Matti Sällberg, this piece highlights how cross-border partnerships enable scientific breakthroughs to translate into real-world impact.

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Breaking Through the Bottleneck: Rethinking Early-Stage Innovation Funding in Nordic Life Science 
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Breaking Through the Bottleneck: Rethinking Early-Stage Innovation Funding in Nordic Life Science 

At a panel discussion organized by EY Parthenon, investors and industry leaders examined the tightening funding landscape for early-stage Nordic life science companies. The message was clear: strong science alone is no longer enough. Success now requires strategic clarity, disciplined execution, early investor engagement, and partnerships that build credibility in a more selective market.

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It’s all about Impact 
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It’s all about Impact 

Busyness creates motion, but impact requires direction. In this editorial, Anders Månsson challenges the culture of constant activity and argues for a sharper focus on judgment, clarity, and purposeful leadership. Because real results come from what truly matters, not from doing more.

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Meet Our Accelerators
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Meet Our Accelerators

One of our Accelerators, Rebeca Varela Lores, shares her journey from biomedical sciences to bioentrepreneurship and how her international experiences have shaped a global outlook on innovation. Now part of the Ventures Accelerated team, Rebeca reflects on lessons from early-stage ventures, the excitement of working at the intersection of science and strategy, and the mindset needed to turn bold ideas into impact.

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Venture Road California: Stories of Vision, Collaboration, and Boldness
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Venture Road California: Stories of Vision, Collaboration, and Boldness

As part of our collaboration with Phosworks, we have shared a series of interviews from Venture Road California, capturing the people and ideas driving Nordic innovation abroad. From bold fundraising lessons to shared ambition and future visions, these short films highlight how collaboration turns ideas into impact.

Watch the videos and experience the spirit of global collaboration.

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Inside Aqilion’s NLSDays Journey with CEO Sarah Fredriksson 
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Inside Aqilion’s NLSDays Journey with CEO Sarah Fredriksson 

At Nordic Life Science Days, we spoke with Sarah Fredriksson, CEO of Aqilion, a Swedish biotech advancing novel therapies for chronic inflammatory diseases. Sarah shares key updates on Aqilion’s clinical progress, including new data paving the way for Phase 2 trials across the US, Canada, and Europe, and reflects on the value of NLSDays for connecting with investors and partners.

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A Conversation with AAX Biotech’s CEO, Maria Lisa Knudsen 
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A Conversation with AAX Biotech’s CEO, Maria Lisa Knudsen 

Fresh from the Nordic Life Science Days stage, Maria Lisa Knudsen, PhD, CEO of AAX Biotech, shares how the company is transforming antibody drug design through its breakthrough crosslinking platform. Combining cutting-edge science with strategic partnerships, AAX Biotech is building therapies that are more stable, effective, and durable. In this conversation, Maria Lisa reflects on the company’s innovation journey and what’s next as they continue to push the boundaries of antibody engineering.

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