MVM Life Science Partners

1997

Founded

59

Investments

United Kingdom

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

MVM Life Science Partners is a venture capital firm specializing in investments within the healthcare sector, focusing on early-stage and growth-stage companies in biopharmaceuticals, medical technology, diagnostics, and digital health. Founded in 1997, the firm operates globally with offices in London and Boston, leveraging its transatlantic presence to identify and support innovative healthcare businesses. MVM has raised four funds totaling over $700 million, with its largest being MVM IV, a $233 million healthcare fund closed in 2016.

The firm typically invests between $15 million and $30 million per portfolio company, supporting businesses across all stages of development, from early-stage private deals to publicly listed companies. MVM's portfolio includes notable companies such as Domantis, Heptares, Preglem, Momenta, Vascular Pathways, Beacon Endoscopic, Cara Therapeutics, Aegerion, and HBI. The firm's investment strategy combines deep sector expertise with strategic support to help portfolio companies achieve their full potential, aiming to make a significant impact on healthcare outcomes worldwide.

Portfolio Companies

Domantis, Heptares, Preglem, Momenta, Vascular Pathways, Beacon Endoscopic, Cara Therapeutics, Aegerion, HBI, Cheetah Medical

Gepgraphic Focus

United States, Europe

Key Differentiators

Transatlantic presence with offices in London and Boston, Invests across all stages of development, Deep sector expertise combined with strategic support

Thypical Investment Size

$15 million to $30 million

Total Funds Raised

$700 million

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Big Data & Analytics

BioTech

Enterprise

London

Seed

Series A

Series B

Series C

Series D

United Kingdom