Nephris
Nephris is a pre-clinical biotech company developing first-in-class therapies for chronic kidney diseases. Based in Milan, Italy, the company was founded by Paolo Fiorina, full professor of Endocrinology at the University of Milan and world-renowned authority in the domain, and Dr. Francesca D’Addio. The company was established through a €3 million seed financing from Sofinnova Telethon Fund.
Sector
Biopharmaceuticals
Strategy
Telethon
Status
Live
Website
www.nephris.com
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