OCCIDENT invests in deep tech start-ups with a focus on spin-offs originating from scientific research, thus having a real impact and enabling concrete solutions for different challenges facing society today. As an owner-managed venture capital investor based in Munich, OCCIDENT supports start-ups in the life sciences sector from the seed stage onwards, accompanies their portfolio companies over the long term both financially as well as with their extensive experience, and thus enables founding teams to achieve outstanding results.

With a strong entrepreneurial mindset, OCCIDENT invests its own money and makes decisions based on sustainable potential for success. Co-operation with the founding teams of their portfolio companies motivates the OCCIDENT team and inspires them every day. They are energized by their passion and drive, and the often very intense exchange spurs them on to tackle challenges together. OCCIDENT’s aim with each and every one of their investments is to make a positive contribution to society in a sustainable way.