Portfolio I – Inhouse
Our first portfolio – Inhouse – began investing in 2017/2018 and is now closed
Nutritious herbs and greens for a sustainable world are the core values of this Agri-Tech company.
Based on research at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), particularly focused on the use of plants for food and medicine the company develops methods, technology as well as products
Virtual window to the past. This innovation driven company, operating in the borderland of gaming and archeological research from Uppsala University, combines the best of two worlds – game design and historical research. By doing so they create unique experiences of the past. Their latest release is a VR Archery game situated in the medieval town of Visby, Sweden.
Portfolio II – Dekanen
Our second portfolio – Dekanen – started in May 2019 and closed in Dec 2020.
TADA Medical
TADA Medical AB is a Swedish medical device company that developed a safety connector for IV tubes, using technology to prevent accidental dislodgement.
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Vironova
Vironova is a Swedish biotechnology company providing comprehensive hardware, software, and services for the analysis of nanoparticles. Vironova revolutionizes access to transmission electron microscopy–based image analysis in biopharmaceutical development. Our solution enables automated analyses for faster and better-informed decisions to secure robust bioprocessing and final product quality.
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Inossia
Inossia has invented a softener to better treat osteoporotic fractures in the spine
Today, osteoporotic fractures can be treated by injecting bone cement into the spine, providing pain relief and preventing the vertebrae from collapsing. Unfortunately, the bone cement used is too stiff, giving rise to more and more fractures. Inossia has invented a softener to add to the cement, thereby avoiding unnecessary, painful fractures. The invention is based on 6 years of research at Uppsala University. learn more
PreVet
PreVet has developed an app focusing on the life and health of horses. The app collects all the necessary information about your horse and can be shared between owners and veterinaries as well as insurance companies.
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Cascade Drivers
Cascade Drivers provide unique solutions for linear motion and power trains that are high-performing, eco-friendly and cost-efficient to customers in selected industries.
Hydraulics used to rule the world but imposes environmental risks, consume a lot of power, and require continuous maintenance. Cascade drivers systems can deliver the same linear force but with an up to 40 % reduction in power, faster and more precise linear motion, in a smaller package and with almost no maintenance requirements. learn more
Uman Sense
Stroke is the leading cause of disability in adults, and the second leading cause of death in the world. Today, people who suffer from a stroke can be cured. Still, most stroke victims do not receive proper treatment in time. Uman Sense want to change that by their unique mobile stroke alarm.
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Xertified
Xertified is a Swedish IT-security company developing a new standard for securing connected devices. Everything connected can be exposed and thus be used or abused by a malicious individual or organisation. Threats can enter your system from a printer, a utility device, a laptop or even a smart-tv. Xertified offers a small proxy unit, plugged into all devices, keeping the information and the device itself locked for those who have no right to access it
learn moreOur portfolio investments
In our portfolios we invest in some of the most exciting start-ups all with a high growth potential and international ambition. We look for companies with a clear exit strategy. The portfolios are created by us and involves angel investors from various fields and backgrounds. This makes the portfolios an ideal tool for early stage investment combining competence and capital at one and the same place and easy accessible for the start-ups.
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UmanSense
Close round of 6,3 MSEK
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InossiaOur portfolio company Inossia featured in latest issue of MedTech Magazine
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Karolina Ventures is a private investment company, founded, and funded, by private entrepreneurs. Our background is from the science-based university environment, where new ideas often originate. We’ve been working is this environment for 20+ years, we also have extensive experience from law and the advertising business. The founders of Karolina Ventures have started and developed their own businesses, which is a huge advantage when it comes to help others embark on the same journey.
Our Team
Mikael Persson
Chairman of the board
Mathias Blob
Advisor
Johan Nilsson
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