💸 Iris Maréchal and Chloé Geoffroy's Theremia Raises €3M to Enhance Drug Efficacy
FemWealth Issue #184
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In the Spotlight 💸
Co-founded by Iris Maréchal and Chloé Geoffroy, Theremia is developing a precision medicine tool that enhances drug efficacy across diverse demographics.
The Paris-based startup raised €3 million in Seed funding led by Eurazeo and Salica Investments, with additional support from Entrepreneur First and Tiny VC.
Read more: Paris-based Theremia secures €3 million to advance personalised medicine
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