Sealantis

Alga-mimetic Tissue Adhesives

Health Tech & Life Sciences
Acquired (Inactive) by Advanced Medical Solutions Group on Jan 2019 - closed due to acquisition

Company Overview

Snapshot

Founded in January 2007 by Prof. Havazelet Bianco-Peled, Sealantis operates with 11–50 employees. The company was acquired by Advanced Medical Solutions Group in January 2019, marking a significant exit in the Health Tech & Life Sciences sector.

Business overview

Sealantis develops protein-free tissue adhesives utilizing proprietary alga-mimetic formulations for a broad spectrum of surgical applications. Its core technology mimics the underwater adherence mechanism of algae. The company's product portfolio includes Seal-V, a surgical sealant for vascular procedures; Seal-G, a gastrointestinal bioresorbable sealant to prevent postsurgical leaks; and an Orthopedic Adhesion Barrier gel for joint injury recovery. Sealantis primarily serves the healthcare industry, operating within the Health Tech & Life Sciences sector, specifically focusing on Drug Delivery and Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering.

Strategic signal

In January 2018, Sealantis received CE Marking for its Seal-G surgical sealant for gastrointestinal procedures. This regulatory approval validated the product's safety and efficacy for the European market, signaling the company's readiness for broader commercialization and demonstrating a key milestone in its product development and market access strategy.

Company Intelligence Q&A

What is Sealantis' primary focus?
Sealantis specializes in developing protein-free tissue adhesives based on proprietary alga-mimetic formulations for various surgical applications, mimicking the underwater adherence mechanism of algae.
When was Sealantis acquired and by whom?
Sealantis was acquired by Advanced Medical Solutions Group in January 2019.
What significant regulatory milestone did Sealantis achieve for its Seal-G product?
In January 2018, Sealantis received CE Marking for its Seal-G surgical sealant, intended for gastrointestinal procedures.
What is Seal-V?
Seal-V is a surgical sealant developed by Sealantis designed for use in various vascular procedures to control bleeding.

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