Mark Anderson
The United Kingdom is a hub of innovation and startup activity, particularly in the biopharma industry. These startups, each with an inception year of 2020 or later, are driving the industry as they break new ground in their respective niches. From developing innovative therapies to using artificial intelligence in bioscience, these UK-based businesses are set to make a significant impact within their sectors.
From York to the broader reaches of the UK, we explore some of these promising startups in the biopharma industry. From companies dedicated to improving women’s health to those creating novel drug candidates for debilitating diseases, the diversity amongst these startups is palpable, as is their shared drive towards making a positive contribution to health and wellness in the UK and beyond.
Let’s take a closer look at these startups, and the impressive work they’re doing in their respective fields. Please note that while all these companies are involved in the advancement of biopharma, the scope of their work spans not only medicine but also extends to biotechnology, genetics, and more.
Gameto
Headquartered in New York, USA, Gameto was founded by Dina Radenkovic, Martin Varsavsky, and Pranam Chatterjee. The company is committed towards improving female reproductive health by developing innovative therapies. The centerpiece of their work lies in using cellular engineering to produce female reproductive cell lines. Gameto’s flagship program, Fertilo, aims to optimise processes related to IVF and egg freezing, making it more effective and efficient. Find them on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Deliberate AI
New York-based Deliberate AI is a dynamic startup operating in the biopharma, clinical trials, healthcare, medical device, and neuroscience sectors. The company was co-founded by Jeffrey Cohn, Katie Aafjes-van Doorn, Marc Aafjes, and Marcelo Cicconet. Their modus operandi includes providing clinical trial services with an innovative edge. Stay updated with Deliberate AI on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Infinitech
Located in Manhattan, USA, Infinitech marries the worlds of bioscience and artificial intelligence. With the aim to provide unprecedented products and solutions, Infinitech is revolutionising the way high-tech industries operate. Learn more about them on LinkedIn.
Liberation Labs
Headquartered in New York, USA, Liberation Labs is a biotech firm committed to the agriculture industry. Known for their innovative industrial biotechnology systems, they endeavour to revolutionise protein manufacturing at a sustainable scale. They offer new dynamics to the agriculture industry with their unique approach. Find them on LinkedIn.
Lirum Therapeutics
Operating in the biopharma and healthcare sectors, UK-based Lirum Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company. The company’s focus lies on acquiring, developing, and commercialising novel drug candidates to treat debilitating diseases.
ProJenX
Founded by Erin Fleming and based in New Suffolk, USA, ProJenX is a biopharmaceutical company. Their groundbreaking work lies in developing novel small molecule therapeutics that target motor neuron degenerative pathways. Learn more about them on LinkedIn.
Benevira
Benevira is a New York-based biopharma, biotechnological, and pharmaceutical company. Stay updated with Benevira on Twitter and on LinkedIn.
Visiox
Visiox is a biopharmaceutical company located in Tarrytown, USA, focused on creating ophthalmic therapeutic candidates to address highly prevalent diseases needing new treatment options. Connect with Visiox on LinkedIn.
