Join the founders redefining life sciences
Whether it’s preventive care or pharmaceuticals, get the funding you need to improve millions of lives with the GMC Life Sciences Fund By Praetura.
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Be the next breakthrough
You could access up to £2m in funding for your life sciences venture from the GMC Life Sciences Fund By Praetura. The fund is committed to backing innovative, high growth businesses making a real-world impact across biotech, therapeutics, pharmaceuticals and more.
We want to find, fund and scale the next generation of life sciences businesses in Greater Manchester and Cheshire.
What we’re looking for?
Based in Greater Manchester, Cheshire or Warrington or committed to setting up here
Pre or existing revenue businesses with a proven track record and plans to enter clinical trials
Life sciences founders scaling a treatment, solution or device in areas such as biotech, therapeutics or pharmaceuticals
What sets us apart?
Operational Support When You Need It
Draw on our PXN Investment Network and portfolio team to access advice, useful resources and operational support.
Portfolio Toolkits Built Around Your Needs
From business cost savings to a black book of contacts in areas such as recruitment and property, our toolkit saves time and money.
Follow-On Funding to Unlock Opportunities
Access follow-on funding easier through our trusted co-investors, whether you’re raising a larger round or need bridge funding.
Experience that compounds our investment.
We combine capital with operational capability to push you further. Access sector expertise from those who’ve been there before.
More
than
money
Join a group of Northern life sciences leaders shaping our shared future.
“There were many reasons why we wanted to work with PXN, from their More Than Money focus to being a part of a portfolio of game changing companies. The support we’ve received so far has been outstanding, especially the introduction to key strategic partners that will help us grow and scale.”
Anna Maxwell, Maxwellia, Founder
Our track record
Founder-first approach
Listed as one of the top 20 seed investors in Europe as voted for by portfolio founders. Praetura has a reputation for better founder support.
Life Sciences Leaders
Join a portfolio of North-West life sciences innovators who are changing their sector for the better.
A partnership set for scale
Backed by three LPs from both the public and private sector who are uniquely placed to help businesses scale in the Greater Manchester and Cheshire & Warrington region.
GMC Life Sciences by PXN
Apply for Funding
Join our portfolio of exceptional founders. Apply for funding from PXN Ventures, here. Alternatively, if you are an investor or adviser, visit our PXN Investments website to find out more.
