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Turku, FI · 1 known investors
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Thestra is a University of Turku spin-out developing AI-based cancer diagnostics, including its EPLINEX biomarker assay that estimates tumor aggressiveness in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) to help clinicians stratify patients to appropriate therapies. Its products serve clinicians and hospitals to guide treatment selection and prognosis.
Founders & leadership
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Juuso JuhilaCEOJuuso Juhila holds a PhD in biomedicine from the University of Helsinki and brings experience in diagnostic and pharmaceutical R&D, with expertise in bioinformatics, life sciences, and genetics. He is CEO of Thestra, a University of Turku spin-out developing AI-based cancer diagnostics for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
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Matti JuvonenChief Business OfficerMatti Juvonen has 15+ years of international sales and business development experience in life sciences and medical technologies, with prior roles at Vivago, Innomedica, Medix Biochemica, ThermoLabsystems, Business Finland, MariMatic, and IBM. He serves as Chief Business Officer of Thestra, a University of Turku spin-out developing AI-based cancer diagnostics for head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Thestra do?
- Thestra is a University of Turku spin-out developing AI-based cancer diagnostics, including its EPLINEX biomarker assay that estimates tumor aggressiveness in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) to help clinicians stratify patients to appropriate therapies. Its products serve clinicians and hospitals to guide treatment selection and prognosis.
- Who founded Thestra?
- Thestra was founded by Sami Ventelä, Jukka Westermarck.
- Who are Thestra's investors?
- Thestra's investors include Nordic Science Investments.
- Where is Thestra headquartered?
- Thestra is headquartered in Turku, FI.