From Bench to Bedside: Shaping the Future of Advanced Therapies
CCRM Nordic, based in Gothenburg, Sweden, supports academic, small, and large industrial ATMP developers to translate research and early-stage clinical programs into treatments for patients.
Specialized Expertise and Research Facilities
Transitioning from lab to patient is complex, involving new requirements and standards like GMP. We offer the specialized expertise and research facilities needed to navigate these challenges. By doing so, we aim to be a key driver in Sweden’s strategic vision for 2030 to be a leader in the ATMP field.
We benefit patients by enabling commercialization of advanced therapies.
Our vision and mission are the driving forces behind our commitment to make ATMPs more available to clients and to accelerate European development programs. We are dedicated to overcoming medical, technological, and system barriers in advanced therapies.
Our Role in the ATMP Ecosystem
Sprung out of the Vinnova-funded program Vision Driven Health, CCRM Nordic was created to enable commercialization of ATMPs. We utilize the triple helix methodology and make sure to facilitate collaboration with academia, health care and industry. Our mission from the Swedish government focuses on the three important aspects below.
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Addressing Common Challenges
Development and manufacturing capabilities specialised in ATMPs are difficult to find. We want to change that by strengthening the practical infrastructure around early-stage teams. This includes building solid workflows and platforms, and bringing in experienced personnel to address challenges across the therapy life cycle.
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Filling a Critical Need
Financing for biotech start-ups in the Nordic environment has long been a challenge. To help change that, we’re working on several fronts to ensure a more consistent flow of investments into ATMP companies. This includes close dialogue with investors, attracting capital from outside the region — and investing ourselves when it aligns with our mission.
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Advancing the Workforce
It’s challenging to find ATMP expertise. That’s why we see the need to build a strong competency hub while also strengthening the long-term talent pipeline. We collaborate with academia, healthcare providers, companies and others to identify gaps, support education, and contribute to a more mature and connected ecosystem.
A Growing Team of ATMP Specialists
Our team comprises experts with extensive knowledge in ATMP development and translation as well as business strategy. We are committed to transforming ATMPs from early-stage research into later-stage healthcare solutions.
We Aim to Strengthen the ATMP Ecosystem for the Long Term
CCRM Nordic is a not-for-profit organization operating as a public–private partnership. This structure allows us to focus on long-term value creation for the ATMP ecosystem, not shareholder returns. Our model facilitates collaboration, de-risks innovation, and supports national priorities in advanced therapies and public health.
Based on CCRM in Canada
CCRM Nordic is based on the successful model developed by CCRM in Toronto. We maintain close ties with our Canadian counterpart and collaborate through shared learnings, aligned methods and strategic dialogue — giving Nordic ATMP developers access to a broader international ecosystem.
What Does It Mean Being a CCRM Hub?
As a CCRM Hub, we are part of a global network focused on accelerating the development and translation of advanced therapies. We share infrastructure concepts, operating models and insights across the network, while adapting to Nordic regulatory, industrial and clinical frameworks.
Collaboration Is at the Heart of Everything We Do
To succeed, it is essential that innovators and researchers take advantage of the support and expertise provided by the Nordic innovation ecosystem.
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“The launch of an accelerator and new process development and clinical-stage facilities represents a major boost for the ATMP sector in the Nordic region. As part of a global network of hubs, the Nordic hub is uniquely positioned to accelerate innovation and expand the ATMP ecosystem.”
Michael May
President and CEO, CCRM