TCG Crossover

Arbor Biotechnologies, Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, operates as a bio-discovery company in the biotechnology sector. The company focuses on developing genomic tools that enhance human health and sustainability. Utilizing a combination of artificial intelligence, genome sequencing, gene synthesis, and high-throughput screening, Arbor's platform accelerates the discovery of proteins and facilitates human diagnostic development. The technology aggregates genomic sequence data through AI and machine learning, enabling drug developers to replace entire genes and precisely correct mutations. This approach aims to streamline the development of curative treatments for previously incurable genetic diseases, ultimately improving the lives of patients affected by such conditions.

Solid Biosciences Inc. is a life science company focused on developing therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a genetic muscle-wasting disease primarily affecting boys. The company's lead product candidate, SGT-001, is a gene transfer therapy currently undergoing a Phase I/II clinical trial aimed at restoring functional dystrophin protein expression in patients' muscles. In addition to SGT-001, Solid Biosciences is advancing the Anti-LTBP4 program, which involves a monoclonal antibody designed to reduce fibrosis and inflammation by targeting the LTBP4 protein. The company also develops biomarkers and sensors, as well as the Solid Suit program, which focuses on creating wearable assistive devices with functional and therapeutic benefits. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solid Biosciences has established a strategic collaboration with Ultragenyx to enhance gene therapy development for DMD. With no current cure for DMD, the company aims to provide innovative solutions for a condition that affects an estimated 10,000 to 15,000 cases in the United States.

Aviceda Therapeutics is a late-stage biotechnology company developing immunomodulators using glycobiology to target innate immune cells and treat chronic inflammation. Its cell-based high-throughput screening platform enables rapid discovery of ligands for various immune cells, with applications in eye diseases, fibrosis, neurology, and oncology.

RAPT Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing orally delivered small-molecule therapies for oncology and inflammatory diseases. It uses a proprietary discovery and development engine to create highly selective compounds that modulate immune responses. The company's lead oncology candidate, FLX475, targets the C-C motif chemokine receptor 4 and is in a Phase 1/2 program as monotherapy and in combination with pembrolizumab. The lead inflammation candidate, RPT193, is designed to selectively inhibit migration of type 2 T helper cells into inflamed tissues. Additional targets such as general control nonderepressible 2 and hematopoietic progenitor kinase 1 are in discovery. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in South San Francisco, the company aims to address unmet medical needs in cancer and inflammatory diseases.

Adcendo is a biotechnology company focused on developing novel antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for cancer treatment. These ADCs target specific receptors overexpressed in various cancer forms with significant unmet needs, such as soft-tissue sarcoma, osteosarcoma, glioblastoma multiforme, and triple-negative breast cancer.

Cidara Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing novel anti-infectives. Its primary focus is rezafungin acetate, an antifungal for treating serious invasive fungal infections. Additionally, it advances the Cloudbreak platform to develop antiviral therapies using Fc-conjugates.

Vicebio is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing vaccines against respiratory viral infections. It uses Molecular Clamp Technology to stabilize viral glycoproteins in their prefusion form, enabling the production of fully liquid vaccines that can be stored for extended periods and administered conveniently. The company aims to protect against respiratory viruses such as respiratory syncytial virus, metapneumovirus, influenza, and SARS-CoV-2.

Candid Therapeutics is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of innovative therapies for immunological disorders. The company's primary focus is on creating novel, user-friendly treatments for autoimmune diseases. Their core technology involves advanced T-cell engager antibodies, which precisely redirect T-cells to selectively eliminate autoreactive B-cells, aiming to deliver transformative efficacy and improved therapeutic outcomes for patients.

Pathalys Pharma is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing therapeutics for late-stage chronic kidney diseases. Its primary focus is improving treatment for secondary hyperparathyroidism, an unmet need in healthcare.

Savara is an orphan lung disease company. Savara’s pipeline comprises Molgradex, an inhaled granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor, or GM-CSF, in Phase 3 development for autoimmune pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or aPAP, in Phase 2a development for nontuberculous mycobacteria, or NTM, lung infection, and in preparation for Phase 2a development in cystic fibrosis, or CF, affected individuals with chronic NTM lung infection; and AeroVanc, a Phase 3 stage inhaled vancomycin for treatment of persistent methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, lung infection in CF. Savara’s strategy involves expanding its pipeline of potentially best-in-class products through indication expansion, strategic development partnerships and product acquisitions, with the goal of becoming a leading company in its field. The most recent acquisition is aerosolized amikacin/fosfomycin, a Phase 2 ready, proprietary combination antibiotic, which has demonstrated potent and broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against highly drug resistant pathogens. Savara’s management team has significant experience in orphan drug development and pulmonary medicine, identifying unmet needs, developing and acquiring new product candidates, and effectively advancing them to approvals and commercialization.

Disc Medicine is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for patients with severe hematologic disorders. Its pipeline includes therapies targeting erythropoietic porphyrias, Diamond-Blackfan Anemia, anemia of myelofibrosis and chronic kidney disease, as well as polycythemia vera.

Founded in 2022, Pheon Therapeutics specializes in developing Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADCs) for challenging-to-treat cancers. Its primary focus is a first-in-class ADC targeting a novel marker overexpressed in various solid tumors.

Founded in 2015 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Obsidian Therapeutics develops next-generation controllable cell and gene therapies designed to extend adoptive immunotherapy to every cancer patient. Its innovative approach uses pharmacologic operating systems to precisely control protein activity in cells, enabling physicians to improve upon current cell therapies using simple, safe, orally-active marketed drugs.

Avalo Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing targeted therapeutics for immune dysregulation disorders. Its lead asset, AVTX-009, is an anti-IL-1β monoclonal antibody targeting inflammatory diseases.

Mirador Therapeutics specializes in developing precision medicine technologies to tackle immune-mediated inflammatory and fibrotic diseases. The company's core offering is a proprietary data analytics engine that integrates comprehensive patient molecular profiles, pinpoints novel therapeutic targets, and facilitates the creation of targeted diagnostics. This enables researchers and healthcare providers to tailor treatments to individual patients' genetics, potentially enhancing outcomes for those with chronic conditions.

Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapies for eye diseases using its proprietary bioresorbable hydrogel platform technology. The company markets ReSure Sealant, a hydrogel ophthalmic wound sealant designed to protect corneal incisions after cataract surgery. Its lead product candidate, DEXTENZA, is an ophthalmic insert that has completed Phase III clinical trials for post-surgical ocular pain, inflammation, and allergic conjunctivitis, and is also being investigated for dry eye diseases. Additionally, Ocular Therapeutix is developing several other products, including OTX-TP, an intracanalicular travoprost insert for glaucoma, and OTX-TKI, an intravitreal implant for wet age-related macular degeneration, among others. The company has established a strategic collaboration with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals to leverage its hydrogel technology in combination with Regeneron's VEGF-targeting compounds for retinal diseases. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts, Ocular Therapeutix aims to address unmet needs in ophthalmology through its advanced therapeutic solutions.

Cogent Biosciences is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing precision therapies for genetically defined diseases, aiming to treat the underlying causes and improve patient lives. The company employs proprietary T-cell engineering technology alongside tumor-targeting antibodies to harness the body's immune system against cancer. One of its key programs, CGT9486, is a selective tyrosine kinase inhibitor designed to inhibit specific mutations in KIT exon 17, which are associated with Systemic Mastocytosis and advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).

Mineralys Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for hypertension. The company is advancing its lead product candidate, MLS-101, a highly selective and potent aldosterone synthase inhibitor licensed from Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation. Mineralys aims to provide a targeted treatment for patients with uncontrolled hypertension, particularly those who do not achieve adequate blood pressure control despite using multiple antihypertensive medications. By addressing the underlying factors associated with elevated aldosterone levels, Mineralys seeks to improve treatment outcomes for individuals suffering from this condition.

Adverum Biotechnologies is a clinical-stage company focused on developing gene therapies to treat ocular diseases. Its pipeline includes ADVM-022 for wet age-related macular degeneration, ADVM-043 for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and preclinical candidates for other indications.

Silence Therapeutics is a London-based biotechnology company that develops RNA therapeutics using short interfering RNA to trigger RNA interference and degrade disease-causing messenger RNA. It focuses on discovery, development, and delivery of siRNA medicines for hematology, cardiovascular disease, and other rare and metabolic conditions. The company has a proprietary mRNAi GOLD platform to create internal candidates and collaborates on out-licensed programs, including a strategic partnership with AstraZeneca to discover, develop, and commercialize siRNA therapies across cardiovascular, renal, metabolic, and respiratory indications, as well as a collaboration with Genomics England. Its product candidates include SLN124 for iron overload, SLN360 for cardiovascular disease associated with high lipoprotein, and SLN500 for complement-mediated diseases. Silence Therapeutics also pursues delivery systems for targeting multiple organs and cell types, supporting a pipeline across its three focus areas.

Astria Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for rare and niche allergic and immunological diseases. It is advancing monoclonal antibody programs such as STAR-0215, a plasma kallikrein inhibitor being developed for hereditary angioedema, and STAR-0310, an OX40 antagonist for atopic dermatitis, both in preclinical development to address immune-mediated inflammatory conditions.

LB Pharmaceuticals Inc is a New York-based life sciences company focused on the discovery and development of drugs for central nervous system disorders. Established in 2015, the company is dedicated to commercializing novel and improved versions of well-established CNS treatments that have been successfully utilized abroad but have not been developed or marketed in the United States. LB Pharmaceuticals aims to create intellectual property around these advanced treatments, with its lead asset being LB-102, a patented version of amisulpride, widely recognized for its effectiveness in treating schizophrenia. By employing a pro-drug approach that alters amisulpride's chemical structure, the company seeks to enhance the drug's efficacy and safety, thereby providing improved treatment options for patients who do not respond adequately to existing therapies.

Tourmaline Bio is a clinical biotechnology company focused on developing transformative medicines aimed at improving the lives of patients suffering from immune diseases. The company is in the late stages of clinical development and is centered on its lead product candidate, TOUR006, a fully human monoclonal antibody designed to selectively target interleukin-6 (IL-6), a significant proinflammatory cytokine implicated in various autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. The IL-6 antibody class has a well-established history, with over two decades of clinical and commercial experience, having successfully treated more than a million patients with diverse autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Through its innovative research, Tourmaline Bio seeks to address the unmet medical needs of patients affected by life-altering immune diseases.

VistaGen Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing medicines for central nervous system disorders. Its product candidates include AV-101, an orally available prodrug in Phase 2 for major depressive disorder and related symptoms; PH94B, a neuroactive nasal spray in preparation for Phase III clinical development for acute treatment of anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder; and PH10, a neuroactive nasal spray planned for Phase 2b development for major depressive disorder. The company pursues licensing and collaboration arrangements to support development and commercialization with partners such as Pherin Pharmaceuticals, BlueRock Therapeutics, Cato Research, and EverInsight Therapeutics for PH94B in Asia. VistaGen was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.

Inhibrx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company headquartered in La Jolla, California, that specializes in developing a diverse pipeline of novel biologic therapeutic candidates. The company's focus areas include oncology, orphan diseases, and infectious diseases, employing advanced protein engineering techniques, including its proprietary sdAb platform. Among its leading candidates is INBRX-109, a multivalent agonist of death receptor 5, currently in Phase 1 trials for treating solid tumors, including sarcomas. Another candidate, INBRX-105, serves as an antagonist of programmed death ligand 1 (PD-L1) and a conditional agonist of 4-1BB, also in Phase 1 trials for PD-L1 expressing tumors. Additional candidates include INBRX-101, aimed at alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and INBRX-103, targeting cluster of differentiation 47. The company's preclinical programs encompass innovative therapies such as INBRX-106, a hexavalent agonist of OX40, and INBRX-111, a multifunctional antibody targeting Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Founded in 2010, Inhibrx has established collaborations with prominent organizations and received funding from various granting agencies.

COMPASS Pathways is a UK-based mental health care company dedicated to accelerating patient access to innovative treatments for mental health challenges. The company focuses on developing psilocybin therapy, administered in conjunction with psychological support, for patients with treatment-resistant depression who have not responded to conventional treatments.

AN2 Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to researching, developing, and commercializing innovative medicines targeting infectious diseases. Established in 2017, the company focuses on advancing a clinical-stage antibacterial compound and has a strategic partnership with Brii Biosciences.

Taysha Gene Therapies develops adeno-associated virus-based gene therapies to treat monogenic diseases of the central nervous system. Its pipeline includes treatments for GM2 gangliosidosis, CLN1 disease, Rett syndrome, SLC6A1 haploinsufficiency disorder, and Surfeit locus 1 deficiency. The company collaborates with The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center to develop and commercialize transformative gene therapy treatments.

ADARx Pharmaceuticals specializes in the development of RNA editing therapeutics. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on discovering and developing innovative treatments that utilize endogenous enzymes to precisely target and correct single point mutations in mRNA transcripts, restoring the production of functional proteins.

Gracell Biotechnologies Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of innovative cell therapies for cancer treatment. Based in Shanghai, China, Gracell's lead product candidates include GC012F, a dual-targeting autologous CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma, and GC019F, which targets adult B cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Both candidates are currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials. Additionally, the company is advancing GC007F for B cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and GC027 for adult T cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, among others. Gracell also has a range of earlier-stage product candidates addressing various cancer types, such as ovarian cancer and breast cancer. Founded in 2017, the company aims to provide effective cellular therapeutics to improve outcomes for patients with hematological malignancies and solid tumors.

CG Oncology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing novel immunotherapies for cancer patients. It specializes in oncolytic immunotherapy, focusing on bladder cancer treatments.

Upstream Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing antibody therapies for severe respiratory disorders. Its lead product, Verekitug, targets the receptor for Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin (TSLP), a cytokine involved in inflammatory responses.

Alkeus Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston that specializes in developing treatments for serious ophthalmic conditions. The company's primary focus is on addressing untreatable diseases of the eye, with its lead drug candidate being an orally delivered compound aimed at treating Stargardt disease and age-related macular degeneration. Through its innovative approach, Alkeus aims to empower medical professionals to manage symptoms of irreversible vision loss at an earlier stage in affected patients.

Carmot Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Berkeley, California, with an additional office in San Francisco. Founded in 2008, it focuses on discovering and developing innovative therapies for patients with metabolic diseases, including obesity and diabetes. Utilizing its proprietary Chemotype Evolution technology, Carmot Therapeutics aims to address the underlying causes of these conditions and accelerate the discovery of effective treatments. The company’s portfolio includes several clinical-stage drug candidates, such as CT-388 and CT-996, which are designed as GLP-1 receptor agonists for the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes, and CT-868, intended for type 1 diabetes patients who are overweight or obese. Through these efforts, Carmot Therapeutics seeks to create life-changing therapeutics that improve the health outcomes of individuals affected by metabolic diseases.

Icosavax develops virus-like particle (VLP) vaccines using its proprietary computational design platform. Its primary focus is creating vaccines for life-threatening respiratory diseases, with current candidates targeting respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), human metapneumovirus (hMPV), and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Founded in 2017, the company aims to discover, develop, and commercialize vaccines against infectious diseases.

Abivax is a France-based clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing therapeutics that harness the body's natural regulatory mechanisms to stabilize immune responses in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Its portfolio aims to address large unmet needs across autoimmune conditions, viral infections, and cancer, with obefazimod in Phase 3 trials for adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease. The company relies on its drug development platforms to advance treatments that modulate the immune system and potentially extend benefits to other inflammatory indications.

Tourmaline Bio is a clinical biotechnology company focused on developing transformative medicines aimed at improving the lives of patients suffering from immune diseases. The company is in the late stages of clinical development and is centered on its lead product candidate, TOUR006, a fully human monoclonal antibody designed to selectively target interleukin-6 (IL-6), a significant proinflammatory cytokine implicated in various autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. The IL-6 antibody class has a well-established history, with over two decades of clinical and commercial experience, having successfully treated more than a million patients with diverse autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Through its innovative research, Tourmaline Bio seeks to address the unmet medical needs of patients affected by life-altering immune diseases.

VectivBio AG is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Basel, Switzerland, founded in 2019 as a spinout from Therachon. The company specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative treatments for severe rare diseases, particularly those with significant unmet medical needs. Its lead product candidate, Apraglutide, is a synthetic GLP-2 analog designed to enhance the intestine’s ability to absorb fluids and nutrients, thereby reducing the reliance on parenteral support in patients with short bowel syndrome. VectivBio is dedicated to developing best-in-disease therapies that aim to meaningfully improve the lives of patients and their families, providing more than just incremental advancements over existing standard-of-care options.

Immunovant is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing monoclonal antibodies for treating autoimmune diseases. Its lead candidate, IMVT-1401, targets the neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) and is in Phase II trials for myasthenia gravis, thyroid eye disease, and warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia.

Allakos is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing antibody-based therapeutics targeting immunomodulatory receptors on immune effector cells. Its pipeline focuses on allergic, inflammatory, and proliferative diseases, with lead programs targeting Siglec-6 (AK006) and Siglec-8.

Abivax is a France-based clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing therapeutics that harness the body's natural regulatory mechanisms to stabilize immune responses in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Its portfolio aims to address large unmet needs across autoimmune conditions, viral infections, and cancer, with obefazimod in Phase 3 trials for adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease. The company relies on its drug development platforms to advance treatments that modulate the immune system and potentially extend benefits to other inflammatory indications.

Aktis Oncology is a biotechnology company developing targeted radiopharmaceuticals for treating various solid tumor cancers. Its proprietary platforms generate tumor-targeting agents with optimal properties for alpha radiotherapy, ensuring high tumor penetration and long residence time to maximize tumor elimination while minimizing side effects.

Upstream Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing antibody therapies for severe respiratory disorders. Its lead product, Verekitug, targets the receptor for Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin (TSLP), a cytokine involved in inflammatory responses.

Plexium, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, specializing in the development of targeted protein degradation therapeutics aimed at treating cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2017, Plexium focuses on identifying E3 ligase modulating small molecules to create innovative therapies. The company has developed a screening platform known as DELPhe, which utilizes advanced techniques to miniaturize cell-based assays for high-content readouts. This platform enables the modulation of E3 ligases to selectively target various cancers, including small cell lung and breast tumors, while also inducing immune responses. By exploring next-generation drug candidates that extend beyond traditional approaches, Plexium is poised to uncover new therapeutic possibilities across a wide range of medical applications.

Arbor Biotechnologies, Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, operates as a bio-discovery company in the biotechnology sector. The company focuses on developing genomic tools that enhance human health and sustainability. Utilizing a combination of artificial intelligence, genome sequencing, gene synthesis, and high-throughput screening, Arbor's platform accelerates the discovery of proteins and facilitates human diagnostic development. The technology aggregates genomic sequence data through AI and machine learning, enabling drug developers to replace entire genes and precisely correct mutations. This approach aims to streamline the development of curative treatments for previously incurable genetic diseases, ultimately improving the lives of patients affected by such conditions.

Structure Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing oral small-molecule medicines for chronic diseases with high unmet medical needs. Its platform combines structure-based drug design, computational chemistry, and data integration to create orally available therapies that overcome limitations of biologics and peptide drugs. The company concentrates on targeting G-protein coupled receptors and other mechanisms, leveraging structural insights to identify differentiated, efficacious, and safe treatments. Its programs address cardiovascular, metabolic, and pulmonary conditions, with a focus on delivering convenient, effective medicines that can offer broad patient impact and commercial potential. Structure Therapeutics conducts its research and development activities across its pipeline within a single organization and seeks to advance clinical candidates through development.

Alpine Immune Sciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in the discovery and development of protein-based immunotherapies aimed at treating cancer, autoimmune, and inflammatory disorders. The company leverages a proprietary scientific platform to transform native immune system proteins into innovative therapeutic candidates. Its leading programs include ALPN-101, a dual antagonist targeting the inducible T cell costimulator and CD28 pathways, designed for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, and ALPN-303, a dual antagonist of the B cell activating factor and proliferation-inducing ligand, which is vital for B cell activation and survival. Additionally, Alpine Immune Sciences has established a collaboration with Kite Pharma to explore immunotherapies targeting the immune synapse for cancer treatment.

Founded in 2015 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Obsidian Therapeutics develops next-generation controllable cell and gene therapies designed to extend adoptive immunotherapy to every cancer patient. Its innovative approach uses pharmacologic operating systems to precisely control protein activity in cells, enabling physicians to improve upon current cell therapies using simple, safe, orally-active marketed drugs.

Versanis Bio is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing innovative medicines for medical conditions commonly affecting older adults. The company is advancing Bimagrumab, a human monoclonal antibody that targets activin type II receptors, effectively blocking ligands such as activin A and myostatin. Bimagrumab has undergone extensive clinical evaluation in over a dozen trials with more than 1,500 participants, demonstrating its ability to induce significant fat loss while preserving lean mass. Additionally, treatment with Bimagrumab has shown improvements in HbA1c levels and other cardiometabolic parameters, thereby assisting overweight and obese adults in achieving and maintaining a healthier body composition.

Artios Pharma Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments targeting DNA damage response (DDR) pathways. Founded in 2016, the company is dedicated to creating first-in-class therapies that selectively kill cancer cells by exploiting their reliance on DDR mechanisms. Artios’ product pipeline includes a range of promising candidates, such as a therapy that targets DNA polymerase theta, a protein involved in DNA repair processes, and another program focusing on a novel DDR target. The company collaborates with prominent research organizations, including Cancer Research Technology, to enhance its development efforts and leverage expertise in DNA repair. Artios is led by a skilled team with extensive experience in drug discovery, positioning it to advance its next-generation DDR programs and contribute significantly to the field of cancer treatment.

RayzeBio, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2020. The company specializes in developing tumor-targeted small molecule medicines that leverage radioisotopes to improve cancer treatment outcomes. RayzeBio focuses on creating innovative radiopharmaceuticals, particularly utilizing alpha-emitting radioisotopes like Actinium-225, to target solid tumors effectively. With a robust pipeline of drug candidates, RayzeBio is committed to addressing significant market opportunities in oncology through late-stage clinical programs, development initiatives, and discovery efforts. The company's mission is to provide effective therapeutic solutions aimed at defeating cancer.

Synthekine Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Menlo Park, California, specializing in the development of engineered cytokine therapies and immunotherapies aimed at treating cancer and autoimmune disorders. Founded in 2018, Synthekine utilizes advanced platform technologies, including engineered partial agonists and orthogonal cell therapies, to enhance the efficacy of cytokines while minimizing their toxic side effects. The company's innovative Synthekine Platform employs surrogate agonists instead of traditional mutant cytokines to create selective immunotherapies. Its product pipeline features candidates such as STK-009, an orthogonal ligand paired with SYNCAR-001, an orthogonal receptor-modified CAR-T therapy targeting CD-19. Additionally, Synthekine is developing STK-012, partial agonists of IL-2, and other novel immunotherapies that integrate cytokine receptors to initiate new signaling pathways without relying on wild-type cytokines.

Magenta Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on advancing stem cell transplantation and related therapies. Founded in 2015, the company aims to enhance the patient experience in transplant medicine by developing innovative treatments that make stem cell transplants safer and more accessible. Its pipeline includes several key candidates, such as C100, C200, and C300 targeted antibody-drug conjugates designed for transplant conditioning; MGTA-145, a stem cell mobilization product; and MGTA-456, an allogeneic stem cell therapy. Additionally, Magenta is exploring E478, a small molecule aimed at expanding gene-modified stem cells, and G100, an antibody-drug conjugate to mitigate acute graft-versus-host disease. The company has established research collaborations with other biotechnology firms to further investigate the potential of its therapies in treating blood cancers, genetic disorders, and autoimmune diseases, ultimately striving to transform stem cell transplantation from a last-resort option into a more viable and effective treatment for patients.

Eikon Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company that uses proprietary live-cell imaging platforms to discover and develop therapeutics for chronic and life-threatening diseases. Founded in 2019 and based in Hayward, California, the company applies super-resolution, single-molecule, and real-time molecular-resolution observations to study how compounds interact with individual proteins in living cells. By integrating biology, engineering, and chemistry, Eikon seeks to identify previously intractable targets, accelerate the drug-discovery process, and expand its clinical pipeline through platforms that reveal target biology and compound-protein interactions in their native cellular context.

Affinia Therapeutics develops adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapies for muscular and central nervous system diseases. The company uses an AAV vector design platform built on synthetic and systems biology, high-throughput screening, and tissue- and single-cell-resolution analyses to create vectors with improved properties. It leverages sequencing, artificial intelligence, and structural modeling to enable rational design of therapies. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Affinia Therapeutics was founded in 2019 and targets diseases with significant unmet needs in muscle and CNS.

Entrada Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on treating diseases through the intracellular delivery of biologics. Founded in 2016, the company has developed innovative technologies that facilitate the efficient delivery of proteins, peptides, and nucleic acids, targeting intracellular sites that have traditionally been difficult to access. Entrada's approach includes Intracellular Enzyme Replacement Therapy (IC-ERT) and Endosomal Escape Vehicle (EEV) therapeutics, which aim to improve the therapeutic index by enabling the delivery of a wide range of therapeutics across various organs and tissues. The company's pipeline addresses conditions related to neuromuscular diseases and expands into additional therapeutic areas, positioning Entrada at the forefront of advancing treatment options for patients with devastating illnesses.

Aktis Oncology is a biotechnology company developing targeted radiopharmaceuticals for treating various solid tumor cancers. Its proprietary platforms generate tumor-targeting agents with optimal properties for alpha radiotherapy, ensuring high tumor penetration and long residence time to maximize tumor elimination while minimizing side effects.