Nicast

Nicast Overview

Nicast develops implantable medical devices made of electrospun polymer nanofabrics. The nanofabric structure mimics the bodys extracellular matrix, making it an excellent medium for tissue integration. Nicast has been working to apply the significant potential of combining electrospinning nanotechnology and biomaterials to a wide range of medical applications. AVflo, the companys CE-certified polyurethane vascular access graft, provides a high-end solution to hemodialysis patients, improving patient care and reducing hospitalization time. Nicast collaborates with various medical device companies in Europe, Asia, and the U.S., as well as with research institutes, health authorities, and universities.

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Oct 7, 2008 · en.globes.co.il

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Vascular access graft maker Nicast gets CE Mark, raises funds

Medical device company Nicast Ltd. has obtained EU CE Mark certification for its AVflo vascular access graft for hemodialysis treatment. The company has raised $2.5 million from its current investors, Azrieli Group, Israel Infinity Venture Capital, and a group of private investors. Nicast plans to raise an additional $10 million in 2009. The company was founded in 1995 and has since focused on a range of medical products. Nicasts AVflo device is more flexible than current vascular graft products and its unique electrospun nanofabric spontaneously seals the punctures in the blood vessel.

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Mar 3, 2004 · www.biospace.com

growth-positive

Nicast Raises $1 Million BioSpace

Nicast, a provider of artificial replacement for human tissues, offers artificial blood vessels for bypass surgery and peripheral use. The companys vascular products are created using a unique manufacturing technology. The article does not mention any specific impact on the company, investors, or partners. The key theme of the article is the companys medical technology products. The article does not mention any customers, acquisition or investment amounts, layoffs, or a specific date of the event. The confidence level of the answer is 8.

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Employees: 1-10

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Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel

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