Zedira
Specialised supplier of transglutaminase-related research products and services, catalysing academic and industrial R&D across food science, pharma, and biotech.
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About Zedira
Transglutaminases are a family of enzymes with a precise biological role: they catalyse the formation of covalent bonds between proteins, a mechanism fundamental to processes ranging from blood coagulation and cell biology to inflammation and tissue development. Understanding โ and modulating โ this enzyme family has become increasingly relevant for pharmaceutical research and diagnostic tool development, particularly in connection with conditions such as coeliac disease, certain neurodegenerative disorders, and chronic inflammation-related pathologies. Zedira has built a specialised portfolio of transglutaminase-related products โ inhibitors, substrates, antibodies, diagnostic kits โ designed to serve both the academic world and industry. The proposition is one of vertical expertise and reliability: not a generalist reagent supplier, but a specialist with deep knowledge of transglutaminase biology who offers products developed specifically for the needs of those working in this field. The target customers include pharmaceutical and biotech companies developing therapies or diagnostic tools related to transglutaminases, academic researchers, and clinical institutes studying associated pathologies. The B2B model is built around tailored solutions and services that can be adapted to the specific requirements of each project. In a highly specialised market segment, Zedira occupies a niche position with deep domain knowledge โ precisely the kind of partner that advanced research needs when generalist expertise is not enough.
The Story
September 2020 Designing oral blockers of factor XIIIa as safer anticoagulants Mission impossible? In conclusion, the challenging "mission" of reversible inhibition of factor XIII is that the significant conformational change requires more potent inhibitors than average. Managing partners Martin Hils and Ralf Pasternack, co-founders of Zedira, established the company in 2007.
How Zedira works
Business Model
B2B model based on services and customized solutions for businesses.
Revenue Model
Recurring revenues from subscription fees or software licenses.
Products & Services
Key Products
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Market & Clients
Key Customers
It targets pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, researchers, and clinical partners developing therapies or diagnostic tools related to transglutaminase and related diseases.
Geographic Presence
How Zedira competes
Competitive Advantages
- Ability to customize the offering based on customer needs.
- Presence of a network or community that strengthens distribution.
- Declared technological differentiation on the product.
How Zedira grows
Growth Strategy
The growth strategy appears to be linked to partnerships and ecosystem development.
Distribution Model
Direct distribution with a consultative sales approach.
Moat (Defensibility)
The defendable advantage seems to rely on proprietary technology or know-how.
Regulatory Context
The biotech sector requires long research times, scientific validation, and potential regulatory approvals.
Funding & Investors
Funding Rounds
- 2025 - Other: 2025
- 2026 - Series B: 2026
- 2016 - Grant: $1.59M
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Read AnalysisSources
- Zedira GmbH — zedira.com
- Design of Oral FXIIIa Blockers as Safer Anticoagulants Mission ... - Blog - Zedira GmbH — zedira.com
- Company - Zedira GmbH — zedira.com
- Contact - Zedira GmbH — zedira.com
- Blog - Zedira GmbH — zedira.com
- DZG Aktuell: Aufruf zur Teilnahme an einer weiteren Wirksamkeitsstudie mit ... - Blog - Zedira GmbH — zedira.com
- Enzymatic Crosslinking of Gelatin: How Andraconยฎ MTG Enables Tunable, Physiologically ... - Blog - Zedira GmbH — zedira.com
- Factor XIIIa: novel target for anticoagulation? - Blog - Zedira GmbH — zedira.com
- Microbial transglutaminase (MTG) enables efficient and site-specific conjugation to native ... - Blog - Zedira GmbH — zedira.com
- Zedira 2025 Company Profile: Valuation, Funding... | PitchBook — pitchbook.com