NS Investment
Overview
NS Investment is a South Korean venture capital firm specializing in biotechnology and healthcare investments. Established in 2015 by Kang Jung-seok, the third-generation owner of the Dong-A Socio Holdings Group, NS Investment operates as an affiliated firm of Dong-A ST, a leading pharmaceutical company in South Korea. The firm focuses on linking Korean investor capital with innovative companies beyond its domestic borders, aiming to connect entrepreneurs and science across continents. NS Investment is composed of pharmaceutical and bio professionals, including those from Dong-A Pharmaceutical, enabling them to discover promising deals, particularly in the United States. They have consistently formed 'Global Bio Investment Associations' jointly with Paratus Investment. The firm's investment activities are primarily overseas, mainly in the United States, where they have consistently formed 'Global Bio Investment Associations' jointly with Paratus Investment. Their portfolio includes investments in companies such as DND Pharmatech, a developer of Alzheimer's treatments; Robotus, a developer of collaborative robots; Genome & Company, a new drug developer; and Vuno, an AI medical device developer. These investments reflect NS Investment's commitment to advancing healthcare and biotechnology through strategic partnerships and funding.
Investment Focus
- Focus on biotechnology and healthcare sectors
- Preference for companies with innovative technologies
- Interest in both domestic and international markets
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does NS Investment invest in?
NS Investment invests in Healthcare, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Life Science, Therapeutics and Medical, and is based in Seoul, South Korea. NS Investment is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does NS Investment invest at?
NS Investment backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does NS Investment invest in?
NS Investment invests across United States and South Korea.
What companies has NS Investment invested in?
NS Investment's portfolio includes DND Pharmatech, Robotus, Genome & Company and Vuno.
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