About BioArk
BioArk, an accelerator and incubator program founded in 2015, is based in Monthey, Switzerland. With a presence in 2 countries, it has supported around 19 startups in sectors like Life Sciences, High Tech. As of Oct 2026, BioArk has witnessed 2 portfolio exits. Most notable companies in
its portfolio include Excellgene, Karmagenes and Inflamalps. The program primarily supports startups based in Switzerland and United States.
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Founded Year
2015
Location
Monthey, Switzerland
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BioArk's List of Top Investments
BioArk has a portfolio of 19 companies. Their most notable investments include Excellgene and Karmagenes.Their portfolio spans across Switzerland and United States. They have invested in Life Sciences, High Tech, Enterprise Applications and 6 other sectors. Here is the list of top investments by BioArk:1. Excellgene
ExcellGene’s service offer covers the value chain from a DNA vector to a purified protein made by CHO or any other animal cells in bioreactors, ranging from milliliters to the multi-hundred-liter scale of operation. It offers services for protein production; generation and optimization of stable mammalian cell-lines; Process Development and Scale-Up; protein recovery and analysis; and Consulting services. The company's technologies of transient and stable gene expression and scalable disposable cultivation systems support its clients’ from early discovery, pre-clinical testing through to clinical testing and to manufacturing.
Key facts about Excellgene
- Founded Year: 2001
- Location: Monthey (Switzerland)
- Stage: Acquired
- Employee Count: 64 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Kulczyk Investments and BioArk
- Highlight: Acquired
2. Karmagenes
Karmagenes is developing a genetic test that provides insights about individual's personality and behavior. Helps user to understand the significance of DNA on changing their personality along with environment factors and upbringing. Targeted market includes individuals, families, dating sites and social networks, and personality test providers. Also provides counseling service with genetic experts.
Key facts about Karmagenes
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: Monthey (Switzerland)
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $272K
- Employee Count: 2 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Venturelab, BioArk and 1 Other
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Apr 08, 2016, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
3. Inflamalps
Inflamalps is a Swiss biopharmaceutical company developing topical treatments for inflammation-mediated diseases in ophthalmology and dermatology. They focus on Dry Eye and Sjögren syndrome, Uveitis and Atopic dermatitis. Their lead candidate INF101 , for dry eye and uvetis is currently in pre-clinical phase. INF01 functions by inhibiting the production of a cytokine involved in dry eye syndrome. INF101 was in-licensed from Onconox for development in ophthalmological indications
Key facts about Inflamalps
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: Monthey (Switzerland)
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $1.84M
- Employee Count: 3 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Waarde Capital, BioArk and 1 Other
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Aug 13, 2015, $*****
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4. CEIDOS
CEIDOS is a provider of cell culturing devices for patients' cell modification. The device helps in the manufacturing of drugs for various diseases like cell diseases, cancer, and many more.
Key facts about CEIDOS
- Founded Year: 2019
- Location: Monthey (Switzerland)
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Employee Count: 7 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: Venture Kick, FIT and 1 Other
- Latest Funding Round: Conventional Debt, Mar 02, 2022, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
Developer of regenerative drugs to treat myocardial infarction. The company is developing a cardioprotective drug protecting the cardiac muscle following a heart attack, reducing fibrosis and cellular death, and preserving cardiac function.
Key facts about Orio Therapeutics
- Founded Year: 2023
- Location: Monthey (Switzerland)
- Stage: Seed
- Total Funding till date: $166K
- Employee Count: 3 as on Aug 31, 2026
- Investors: Venture Kick and BioArk
- Latest Funding Round: Seed, Apr 15, 2024, $*****
Acquired companies in BioArk's Portfolio
2 companies from BioArk's portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was Excellgene in Oct 2025 by ARCHIMED for $*****.Here are BioArk's portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Oct 14, 2025 | - | - | 8567 | |
Mar 06, 2019 | - | - | 9705 |
