Prazer Therapeutics
Series B in 2025
Prazer Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing novel therapeutics for refractory diseases, with a particular emphasis on neurodegenerative and inflammatory conditions. It employs innovative drug development platforms, including rational molecular drug design technology and next-generation protein degradation technologies, to create therapies for unmet medical needs. The company aims to advance treatments that address areas with limited options and improve patient outcomes.
Perceive Pharma
Series A in 2025
Perceive Pharma operates as a pharmaceutical company. Perceive Pharma develops innovative small molecule neuroprotective treatments.
TECLens designs and manufactures medical vision-correction devices centered on a corneal crosslinking lens for myopia treatment and related conditions. The core product is a non-invasive therapy worn for about 30 minutes in a clinician’s waiting room, with the eye open or closed, delivering real-time ultrasound sensing and precise prescription tuning to reshape the cornea. The lens operates in a high-oxygen environment and uses scleral positioning to maintain stability during treatment. It aims to address presbyopia, slow progression of myopia in children, and corrections for keratoconus and other refractive errors, potentially reducing long-term reliance on traditional corrective lenses. The company is based in St. James, New York.
Cala Health
Series C in 2024
Cala Health is a bioelectronic medicine company that develops wearable neuromodulation therapies for chronic diseases. Its primary product, Cala Trio therapy, is a non-invasive prescription treatment for essential tremor.
Citryll is a private pharmaceutical company based in Oss, The Netherlands, established in 2015. The company specializes in the development of pharmaceutical drugs aimed at treating autoimmune and other human diseases. Citryll's innovative approach focuses on the formation, function, and clearance of neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) that are associated with the protein citrullination pathway, which is catalyzed by Peptidylarginine Deiminase (PAD) enzymes. This research and development are instrumental in providing treatment options for various conditions, including lupus, vasculitis, pulmonary fibrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and organ damage resulting from sepsis.
G.I. Windows
Series B in 2024
G.I. Windows, Inc. is a clinical-stage company based in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts, founded in 2012. The company specializes in manufacturing medical devices utilizing advanced surgical anastomotic technology aimed at treating obesity and type 2 diabetes. G.I. Windows is focused on developing innovative solutions that enable less invasive surgical procedures, thereby creating a new category in healthcare. Its technology is designed to enhance the efficiency of diagnostic and interventional procedures, ultimately improving patient outcomes while reducing overall healthcare costs.
TRexBio is a biotechnology company that leverages cutting-edge computational biology tools, a focus on human tissue, and expertise in immunobiology to develop therapeutics for cancer and inflammatory diseases. Its 'deep biology' discovery engine maps human tissue Treg behavior to disease processes, identifying and characterizing novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The platform supports the development of a portfolio of therapies that modulate the immune system to restore tissue immune homeostasis.
Orasis Pharmaceuticals
Series D in 2024
Founded in 2015, Orasis Pharmaceuticals specializes in developing corrective eye drops for treating presbyopia. Its lead product, CSF-1, improves near visual acuity by pupil modulation, eliminating the need for reading glasses.
ONL Therapeutics
Series D in 2024
ONL Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that develops small‑molecule peptide therapeutics to protect photoreceptors and preserve vision. Its pipeline focuses on targeting the FAS apoptotic pathway to prevent photoreceptor loss in retinal diseases such as retinal detachment, aiming to improve surgical outcomes and reduce vision loss. Founded in 2006, the company seeks to bring novel treatments for serious, vision‑threatening retinal conditions.
SpectraWAVE
Series B in 2024
SpectraWAVE is a medical device company that develops intravascular optical imaging systems to diagnose and treat cardiovascular disease. Its technology integrates imaging and computation to help interventional cardiologists identify vulnerable plaques and guide coronary interventions, improving outcomes for patients with coronary artery disease. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company was founded in 2017.
HistoSonics
Series D in 2024
HistoSonics develops a non-invasive tumor ablation system called Edison. This platform uses pulsed sound energy to destroy targeted tissues at the sub-cellular level without requiring incisions or needles.
Loci Orthopaedics
Series A in 2024
Founded in 2017, Loci Orthopaedics specializes in developing innovative medical technologies for orthopedics. The company is renowned for its InDx implant, the only device that fully mimics natural thumb joint motions and offers a less invasive surgical treatment option.
Asceneuron
Series C in 2024
Asceneuron is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and developing therapeutics for neurodegenerative disorders with high unmet medical needs. It focuses on orphan tauopathies, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease.
Bright Peak Therapeutics
Series C in 2024
Bright Peak Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing a range of immunotherapies aimed at treating cancer and autoimmune diseases. The company specializes in creating immuno-cytokines that possess pharmacological properties enabling tissue and cell-specific targeting of cytokine payloads. This innovative approach is designed to enhance the efficacy of treatments, ultimately improving patient outcomes and quality of life. By leveraging its expertise in cytokine therapeutics, Bright Peak aims to advance the field of immunotherapy and provide effective solutions for challenging medical conditions.
Neuroene Therapeutics
Grant in 2024
Neuroene Therapeutics is a startup biotechnology company developing novel Vitamin K-based therapeutics for neurological disorders such as epilepsy. The company originated from collaborative research between Medical University of South Carolina investigators C. James Chou, Ph.D., and Sherine Chan, Ph.D., who cofounded and continue to lead Neuroene Therapeutics.
Flindr Therapeutics
Series A in 2024
Flindr Therapeutics, a private biotech company develops next-generation precision oncology treatments.
Rallybio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for severe and rare diseases. Its programs cover hematology, immuno-inflammation, maternal-fetal health and metabolic disorders, with a lead candidate aimed at preventing fetal and neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia, a life-threatening condition that can cause bleeding in fetuses and newborns. Founded in 2018 and based in New Haven, Connecticut, Rallybio develops therapies across antibodies, small molecules and engineered proteins to address unmet needs in rare diseases. Guided by experienced biopharma leadership, the company emphasizes translating biology into transformative therapies for underserved patients.
Tempo Therapeutics
Series A in 2024
Tempo Therapeutics is a life science company focused on advancing regenerative medicine through innovative materials and immunomodulation. The company develops precision-engineered, minimally invasive hydrogels that utilize cell-free synthetic materials and geometric technology. These materials are designed to evade the body's immune rejection responses, facilitating the creation of synthetic tissue hybrids across various organs, including skin, bone, heart, and brain. By harnessing the body's regenerative capacity and controlling inflammation, Tempo Therapeutics aims to accelerate healing rates, reduce chronic tissue inflammation, and enhance overall regenerative healing in patients.
Asgard Therapeutics
Series A in 2024
Asgard Therapeutics is a private biotechnology company spun out from Lund University that develops in vivo direct cell reprogramming approaches for cancer immunotherapy. It advances a gene therapy platform called TrojanDC that reprograms cells to function as professional antigen-presenting cells, with the goal of initiating and shaping personalized anti-tumor immune responses. The company focuses on generating immune therapies capable of addressing cancers resistant to conventional treatments.
Accent Therapeutics
Series C in 2024
Accent Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing small molecule therapies for oncology, utilizing the emerging field of epitranscriptomics. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts, the company explores the post-transcriptional chemical modifications of RNA, which play a crucial role in regulating proteins essential for cellular growth and differentiation. By precisely targeting cancer-associated RNA-modifying proteins, Accent Therapeutics aims to innovate and deliver transformative therapies that can significantly improve patient outcomes in cancer treatment.
Nanobiotix SA is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on advancing cancer treatment through its innovative nanomedicine programs. The company is known for its proprietary NanoXray technology, which enhances the effectiveness of radiotherapy by amplifying its impact on tumor cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. One of its key products, NBTXR3, is a radio-enhancer composed of hafnium oxide designed for treating various solid tumors, including soft tissue sarcoma, head and neck cancers, liver cancers, prostate cancer, breast cancer, and glioblastoma. Founded in 2003, Nanobiotix is dedicated to transforming cancer therapy and improving patient outcomes using its advanced nanotechnology solutions.
Aro Biotherapeutics
Series B in 2023
Aro Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, focused on developing a novel protein drug platform known as Centyrins. These small, non-antibody protein scaffolds are designed to enhance treatment efficacy and safety for patients with cancer and other serious diseases. Aro Biotherapeutics has established a wholly-owned pipeline of Centyrins targeted at oncology and immunology applications. The unique structure of Centyrins allows for multi-specificity and the targeted delivery of complex drug payloads, including nucleic acids, which may aid in advancing therapeutic mechanisms and unlocking the potential of genetic medicines. Established in 2017, the company aims to innovate treatments that improve patient outcomes in challenging medical conditions.
On Target Laboratories
Series C in 2023
On Target Laboratories, LLC engages in discovering, developing, and commercializing small molecules that target specific pathological cells, when conjugated with fluorescent dyes. It offers folate and other targeting agents that target, lung, uterine, kidney, breast, colon, pancreatic, and prostate cancer cells. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Northbrook, Illinois.
RefleXion Medical
Venture Round in 2023
RefleXion Medical Inc. is a medical equipment company based in Hayward, California, focused on revolutionizing cancer treatment through its biologically-guided radiotherapy system (BgRT). This innovative technology allows tumors to continuously signal their location during treatment, enabling the simultaneous targeting of multiple tumors, even in cases of metastasized cancer. The RefleXion X1 machine is cleared for various forms of radiotherapy, including stereotactic body radiotherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, and intensity-modulated radiotherapy. The BgRT system utilizes positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging data to synchronize tumor location information with the linear accelerator, allowing for real-time adjustments in treatment delivery with subsecond latency. RefleXion Medical has established strategic collaborations with Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited and HealthMyne Inc. since its incorporation in 2009.
Nanobiotix SA is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Paris, France, focused on advancing cancer treatment through its innovative nanomedicine programs. The company is known for its proprietary NanoXray technology, which enhances the effectiveness of radiotherapy by amplifying its impact on tumor cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues. One of its key products, NBTXR3, is a radio-enhancer composed of hafnium oxide designed for treating various solid tumors, including soft tissue sarcoma, head and neck cancers, liver cancers, prostate cancer, breast cancer, and glioblastoma. Founded in 2003, Nanobiotix is dedicated to transforming cancer therapy and improving patient outcomes using its advanced nanotechnology solutions.
Jurata Thin Film
Grant in 2023
Jurata Thin Film develops thin films that enhance the storage and delivery of vaccines and biologics. Its technology enables long-term stability at room temperature or higher, eliminating the need for refrigeration and improving global accessibility to these vital therapies.
ROME Therapeutics
Series B in 2023
ROME Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases. Founded in 2019, the company utilizes the repeatome, which encompasses extensive segments of genetic material previously regarded as "junk DNA," to identify new drug targets and advance multiple discovery programs. ROME Therapeutics has assembled a team of experts in oncology, immunology, virology, and machine learning to drive its research and development efforts, aiming to harness this uncharted area of biology for effective treatments. Through its work, ROME seeks to provide healthcare professionals with powerful new options for addressing complex medical challenges.
Arialys Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2023
Arialys Therapeutics is a pre-clinical stage biotechnology company that specializes in neuroscience, particularly in the development of precision medicines aimed at blocking pathogenic autoantibodies in the brain. The company investigates the role of the immune system in central nervous system (CNS) health and disease, focusing on the characterization and prevalence of pathogenic auto-antibody activity. Arialys Therapeutics aims to provide advanced therapies for various CNS disorders, including neuropsychiatric conditions linked to autoimmune diseases, thereby contributing to the healthcare industry's efforts to address complex neurological challenges.
Rapport Therapeutics
Series B in 2023
Rapport Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and developing precision medicines for neurological disorders. The company focuses on creating transformational small-molecule therapies aimed at patients with central nervous system conditions. Leveraging foundational research in neuronal receptor biology, Rapport Therapeutics maps and targets specific neuronal receptor complexes, which are complex assemblies of proteins that include principal receptor subunits and receptor-associated proteins. These receptor-associated proteins are essential for regulating receptor expression and functionality, allowing the company to innovate in the treatment of neurological diseases.
CirCode Bio is an innovative biotechnology company focusing on the development of circular RNA nucleic acid drugs.
Circular Code Biology
Series A in 2023
Ring Code Bio is a biomedical company that develops nucleic acid drugs based on a unique circular RNA technology platform.
Astraveus
Seed Round in 2023
Astraveus is developing the Lakhesys platform, an end-to-end cell foundry for cell and gene therapy manufacturing. The platform uses deep process optimization and single-use microfluidic bioprocessors to produce autologous therapies with reduced inputs and infrastructure needs, lowering costs and logistical barriers. By enabling automated, patient-specific biomanufacturing, Astraveus aims to improve access to transformative CGTs. The system builds equipment tailored for each patient to use autologous cells, leveraging microfluidic chip technology to convert cells into therapeutic agents. The approach seeks to scale production of cell and gene therapies while minimizing environmental impact and resource use, supporting more sustainable manufacturing at lower cost.
Solenic Medical
Series A in 2023
Founded in 2019, Solenic Medical specializes in the development of a non-invasive medical device that uses alternating magnetic fields to eradicate biofilm on metallic implants. Its technology aims to address complications arising from surgeries like knee and hip replacements, as well as trauma-related implants.
Rapport Therapeutics
Series A in 2023
Rapport Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and developing precision medicines for neurological disorders. The company focuses on creating transformational small-molecule therapies aimed at patients with central nervous system conditions. Leveraging foundational research in neuronal receptor biology, Rapport Therapeutics maps and targets specific neuronal receptor complexes, which are complex assemblies of proteins that include principal receptor subunits and receptor-associated proteins. These receptor-associated proteins are essential for regulating receptor expression and functionality, allowing the company to innovate in the treatment of neurological diseases.
Perceive Biotherapeutics
Series B in 2023
Perceive Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative ophthalmic therapeutics aimed at treating various eye diseases. The company leverages advanced protective biologies to create a diverse pipeline of therapeutic assets that target significant causes of irreversible blindness. By employing multiple therapeutic modalities, Perceive Biotherapeutics aims to provide medical professionals with effective solutions for preventing vision loss and enhancing patient outcomes in the field of ophthalmology.
HistoSonics
Convertible Note in 2022
HistoSonics develops a non-invasive tumor ablation system called Edison. This platform uses pulsed sound energy to destroy targeted tissues at the sub-cellular level without requiring incisions or needles.
Pulmocide
Series C in 2022
Founded in London in 2007, Pulmocide specializes in developing inhaled medicines targeting serious viral and fungal respiratory infections. Its focus is on creating drugs optimized for lung delivery to maximize efficacy while minimizing systemic exposure.
SonoThera
Series A in 2022
SonoThera is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative genetic therapies using ultrasound technology. The company's mission is to create non-viral genetic medicines that address the root causes of human diseases. SonoThera specializes in ultrasound-guided nonviral gene therapy, aiming to provide effective treatments for conditions that currently have suboptimal or no available treatments. By leveraging this approach, SonoThera seeks to enhance the health and quality of life for millions of people worldwide.
DocSpera is an integrated surgical coordination platform that enhances synchronization across multiple sites and teams, ultimately improving workflow efficiencies and patient care. The company's proprietary platform automates pre-surgical coordination and facilitates real-time, secure synchronization of cases and images among key stakeholders, including surgeons, care teams, and device suppliers, utilizing electronic health record data. Additionally, DocSpera's intelligent surgical planning capabilities allow for continuous patient monitoring from the surgical decision phase through recovery, providing real-time insights and operating room dashboards to support physicians in their decision-making processes. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, DocSpera operates under Compliant Innovations Inc.
RefleXion Medical
Venture Round in 2022
RefleXion Medical Inc. is a medical equipment company based in Hayward, California, focused on revolutionizing cancer treatment through its biologically-guided radiotherapy system (BgRT). This innovative technology allows tumors to continuously signal their location during treatment, enabling the simultaneous targeting of multiple tumors, even in cases of metastasized cancer. The RefleXion X1 machine is cleared for various forms of radiotherapy, including stereotactic body radiotherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, and intensity-modulated radiotherapy. The BgRT system utilizes positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging data to synchronize tumor location information with the linear accelerator, allowing for real-time adjustments in treatment delivery with subsecond latency. RefleXion Medical has established strategic collaborations with Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited and HealthMyne Inc. since its incorporation in 2009.
TRexBio is a biotechnology company that leverages cutting-edge computational biology tools, a focus on human tissue, and expertise in immunobiology to develop therapeutics for cancer and inflammatory diseases. Its 'deep biology' discovery engine maps human tissue Treg behavior to disease processes, identifying and characterizing novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The platform supports the development of a portfolio of therapies that modulate the immune system to restore tissue immune homeostasis.
Rondo Therapeutics
Series A in 2022
Rondo Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in Hayward, California, specializing in the discovery and development of innovative bispecific antibodies aimed at activating the immune system to combat cancer. Founded in 2021, the company focuses on creating cancer immunotherapies specifically for solid tumor types that do not respond to existing immune checkpoint inhibitors. By addressing areas of unmet medical need, Rondo Therapeutics aims to advance novel therapeutic options for patients facing challenging cancer diagnoses.
Iterative Scopes
Series B in 2022
Iterative Scopes, Inc. is a Boston-based company established in 2017 that specializes in developing machine learning-powered diagnostic tools aimed at assisting gastroenterologists in the prevention of colon cancer. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for physicians and life sciences professionals within the colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease sectors. By leveraging advanced technology, Iterative Scopes aims to enhance diagnostic accuracy and improve patient outcomes in these critical areas of healthcare.
Verana Health
Series E in 2022
Verana Health, Inc. is a digital health company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in transforming healthcare data into actionable insights. Founded in 2008 and formerly known as Digisight Technologies, the company connects healthcare providers with patients through innovative solutions. Its flagship product, SightBook, is a mobile application that enables users to test their vision and share results with their physicians in real-time, facilitating timely appointments and treatments. Verana Health manages data from over 20,000 healthcare providers and 70 electronic health record systems, leveraging its AI-enhanced platform, VeraQ™, to create a robust healthcare data ecosystem. By utilizing advanced analytics on curated datasets, Verana Health supports life sciences partners in improving clinical research and enhancing patient care outcomes.
V-Wave Ltd. is a medical technology company specializing in the development of percutaneous implantable therapeutic devices for patients with chronic heart failure. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Caesarea, Israel, with additional offices in the United States, V-Wave aims to address the needs of patients who continue to experience severe symptoms or require hospitalization despite optimal medical treatment. The company's flagship product is the V-Wave Shunt, a biocompatible, inter-atrial unidirectional implant designed to alleviate symptoms related to chronic heart failure by regulating Left Atrial Pressure. This innovative device seeks to improve patients' quality of life by reducing hospitalizations, enhancing exercise capacity, and ultimately providing symptomatic relief. V-Wave's team comprises experienced engineers and medical scientists dedicated to advancing the field of cardiovascular devices.
AviadoBio
Series A in 2021
AviadoBio focuses on developing transformative gene therapies for devastating neurodegenerative disorders such as frontotemporal dementia and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The company's platform combines proprietary technologies with a deep understanding of the brain to deliver effective treatments.
Mauna Kea Technologies
Post in 2021
Mauna Kea Technologies is a medical device company that develops, manufactures and markets imaging solutions for real-time cellular-level visualization during minimally invasive procedures to improve cancer and other disease diagnosis and treatment. Its flagship Cellvizio platform combines a probe-based endomicroscopy system that provides in vivo cellular images during procedures, enabling clinicians to assess tissue at the microscopic level in real time. The company serves customers globally, with products cleared or approved in the United States and more than 40 countries, and operates across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. Mauna Kea aims to eliminate uncertainties in diagnosis and treatment by visualizing tissue in vivo during standard procedures.
Calypso Biotech
Series A in 2021
Calypso Biotech SA is an immunotherapy biotechnology company based in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, founded in 2013 as a spin-off from Merck Serono. The company specializes in the discovery and development of monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating immune pathologies and addressing significant unmet medical needs. Calypso Biotech focuses on innovative therapies for autoimmune diseases, particularly those affecting patients with severe gastrointestinal conditions such as gastric and pancreatic cancer. The company operates as a semi-virtual organization, leveraging a highly experienced management team with extensive expertise in drug development and a robust scientific network to enhance value for its investors through a portfolio of proprietary antibody candidates.
FlexDex
Venture Round in 2021
FlexDex Inc. is a medical device company specializing in minimally invasive surgery (MIS) technology. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Brighton, Michigan, the company has developed a platform that translates a surgeon's hand, wrist, and arm movements from outside the patient into precise movements of an end-effector inside the body. This innovative approach enhances the capabilities of MIS instruments and endoscopes, providing healthcare professionals with improved dexterity and control during surgical procedures. FlexDex serves its market through a network of distributors both in the United States and internationally.
Visus Therapeutics
Debt Financing in 2021
Visus Therapeutics is a clinical-stage company developing innovative ophthalmic therapies to improve vision worldwide. Its primary focus is on creating eye drops for correcting presbyopia, with additional product candidates targeting ocular surface disease, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.
Iterative Scopes
Series A in 2021
Iterative Scopes, Inc. is a Boston-based company established in 2017 that specializes in developing machine learning-powered diagnostic tools aimed at assisting gastroenterologists in the prevention of colon cancer. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for physicians and life sciences professionals within the colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease sectors. By leveraging advanced technology, Iterative Scopes aims to enhance diagnostic accuracy and improve patient outcomes in these critical areas of healthcare.
Point Biopharma Global
Post in 2021
Point Biopharma Global Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, specializes in the development and commercialization of radioligand therapies for cancer treatment. The company's portfolio comprises several assets, including PNT2002, PNT2004, PNT2003, and PNT2001. Point Biopharma leverages its expertise in radioisotopes like Actinium-225 and Lutetium-177, along with advanced manufacturing technology and a patient-centric approach, to revolutionize theragnostic drug development and radioligand commercialization on a global scale.
Ribon Therapeutics
Series C in 2021
Ribon Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts. The company focuses on developing novel therapeutics that target monoPARP proteins, which are critical regulators of cancer cell survival mechanisms. By leveraging insights from its scientific founders, Ribon is establishing a proprietary drug discovery platform aimed at investigating the molecular actions and biological functions of a specific subset of the PARP protein family. This platform enables Ribon to create a pipeline of innovative small molecule inhibitors designed to disrupt the fundamental survival capabilities of cancer cells under stress. In addition to cancer treatment, the company's research may have implications for addressing other diseases. Ribon is supported by notable life science investors, which enhances its capacity to advance its therapeutic developments.
Thirty Madison
Series C in 2021
Thirty Madison is a digital health company specializing in personalized treatments for chronic conditions. It operates platforms like Keeps (hair loss), Cove (migraines), Picnic (allergies), Facet (skin conditions), and Nurx (sexual health). Founded in 2016, it aims to empower individuals with accessible, effective care tailored to their specific needs.
Pulmocide
Series C in 2021
Founded in London in 2007, Pulmocide specializes in developing inhaled medicines targeting serious viral and fungal respiratory infections. Its focus is on creating drugs optimized for lung delivery to maximize efficacy while minimizing systemic exposure.
Cue
Private Equity Round in 2021
Cue Health Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in San Diego, California, specializing in the development and manufacturing of diagnostic screening devices for home use. Founded in 2010, the company offers a connected diagnostic platform known as the Cue Health Monitoring System, which allows users to conduct self-serve tests that provide lab-quality results. This platform enables individuals to track key health indicators, including inflammation, vitamin D, fertility, influenza, and testosterone, through a user-friendly device that connects to a smartphone app. The Cue app not only displays test results but also integrates data on lifestyle factors such as activity and sleep, facilitating a comprehensive view of health at a molecular level. Additionally, Cue Health provides various services for healthcare professionals, including tools for managing patient test histories and telemedicine consultations. The company's innovative approach empowers consumers and healthcare providers alike to access critical health information easily and effectively.
Mestag Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2021
Mestag Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for cancer and inflammatory diseases through its unique fibroblast technology. The company leverages emerging insights into the role of activated fibroblast populations in disease progression to create therapeutics that disrupt fibroblast-mediated effects on immune cells. By targeting these mechanisms, Mestag aims to enhance treatment options and improve outcomes for patients suffering from rare and life-threatening conditions.
Sunday2Sunday
Series A in 2021
Sunday2Sunday is an emerging textured hair care company that focuses on bringing ingredients and products to its customer's doorstep. It specializes in the fields of beauty, healthcare, and consumer goods.
It was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.
Visus Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
Visus Therapeutics is a clinical-stage company developing innovative ophthalmic therapies to improve vision worldwide. Its primary focus is on creating eye drops for correcting presbyopia, with additional product candidates targeting ocular surface disease, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.
TechsoMed
Series B in 2021
TechsoMed is an Israeli medical device company specializing in the development of ultrasound-based real-time monitoring systems for thermal ablation procedures. These procedures have wide-ranging applications, including tumor destruction, treatment of heart arrhythmias, and blood pressure management. Despite a market size in the billions, these procedures often suffer from high failure rates due to the lack of real-time monitoring capabilities. TechsoMed's technology addresses this issue by providing physicians with the ability to monitor tissue destruction in real time, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of these minimally invasive and cost-effective treatments for patients, physicians, and insurance companies alike.
Paige is a company focused on computational pathology, developing an AI-powered platform that assists pathologists in diagnosing cancer and guiding treatment decisions. The platform integrates deep learning models, including convolutional and recurrent neural networks and generative methods, to enable rapid diagnostic stratification and cancer detection, with emphasis on breast and prostate cancers. Designed to improve diagnostic confidence and workflow efficiency, Paige's lightweight solution aims to minimize IT burden while ensuring patient safety and data privacy. Paige holds a FDA Breakthrough designation for computational pathology products, highlighting its role in advancing pathology through automated analysis of tissue slides. The company targets clinical researchers and pathology teams with tools that deliver insights to support precise diagnoses and better patient outcomes.
ONL Therapeutics
Series B in 2020
ONL Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that develops small‑molecule peptide therapeutics to protect photoreceptors and preserve vision. Its pipeline focuses on targeting the FAS apoptotic pathway to prevent photoreceptor loss in retinal diseases such as retinal detachment, aiming to improve surgical outcomes and reduce vision loss. Founded in 2006, the company seeks to bring novel treatments for serious, vision‑threatening retinal conditions.
Taza Aya, headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a technology company specializing in non-thermal plasma solutions. It develops and deploys innovative, non-thermal plasma technologies to neutralize airborne pathogens, enhancing air quality and safety in various industries. The company's primary focus is on creating a wearable device that integrates into building-scale HVAC systems, aiming to improve respiratory protection and comfort in workplaces and public spaces.
Datavant is a health data platform company focused on securely connecting and organizing biomedical data to support drug development and clinical trials. It provides a privacy-preserving network that enables the secure exchange of health records across thousands of organizations, helping researchers and pharmaceutical developers access real-world data while protecting patient privacy. By structuring data for trial design and interpretation, the company aims to improve clinical outcomes and accelerate medical research.
Syndesi Therapeutics
Series A in 2020
Syndesi Therapeutics SA is a biotechnology company based in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing drug molecules that modulate the synaptic vesicle protein SV2A, which is crucial for synaptic transmission—the process that enables communication between neurons in the brain. This innovative approach aims to address cognitive impairments associated with conditions such as Alzheimer’s Disease. Syndesi Therapeutics holds an exclusive license for its platform technology from UCB, a leader in SV2A research, positioning the company to advance therapeutic options for patients suffering from cognitive disorders.
V-Wave Ltd. is a medical technology company specializing in the development of percutaneous implantable therapeutic devices for patients with chronic heart failure. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Caesarea, Israel, with additional offices in the United States, V-Wave aims to address the needs of patients who continue to experience severe symptoms or require hospitalization despite optimal medical treatment. The company's flagship product is the V-Wave Shunt, a biocompatible, inter-atrial unidirectional implant designed to alleviate symptoms related to chronic heart failure by regulating Left Atrial Pressure. This innovative device seeks to improve patients' quality of life by reducing hospitalizations, enhancing exercise capacity, and ultimately providing symptomatic relief. V-Wave's team comprises experienced engineers and medical scientists dedicated to advancing the field of cardiovascular devices.
XWPharma is a neuroscience-focused biotech company developing novel therapeutics for sleep disorders, neuropsychiatric conditions, and other underserved central nervous system illnesses. The company emphasizes drug discovery and vaccine development to treat insomnia and related sleep disturbances, aiming to improve patient health and quality of life. Based in the Bay Area, California, XWPharma pursues innovative research to advance treatments for central nervous system disorders.
Sunday2Sunday
Seed Round in 2020
Sunday2Sunday is an emerging textured hair care company that focuses on bringing ingredients and products to its customer's doorstep. It specializes in the fields of beauty, healthcare, and consumer goods.
It was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.
Aetion is a New York‑based company that builds a real‑world evidence platform. It aggregates claims, electronic health records, registries and clinical trial data to generate analytics that help payers, providers, biopharma and medical device firms assess the effectiveness and value of treatments. The platform’s rapid‑cycle analytics enable real‑time collaboration between payers, providers and life‑science companies, supporting value‑based care decisions. Founded in 2012 by Harvard Medical School faculty and data scientists, it has partnerships with McKesson and receives backing from major venture investors. The platform is used worldwide by health‑economists, epidemiologists and biostatisticians for database analytics and comparative‑effectiveness research.
G.I. Windows
Series A in 2020
G.I. Windows, Inc. is a clinical-stage company based in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts, founded in 2012. The company specializes in manufacturing medical devices utilizing advanced surgical anastomotic technology aimed at treating obesity and type 2 diabetes. G.I. Windows is focused on developing innovative solutions that enable less invasive surgical procedures, thereby creating a new category in healthcare. Its technology is designed to enhance the efficiency of diagnostic and interventional procedures, ultimately improving patient outcomes while reducing overall healthcare costs.
ImmPACT Bio
Series A in 2020
ImmPACT Bio USA Inc. is a cell therapy company focused on developing engineered T-cells for the treatment of solid tumors. The company specializes in creating chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapies that target specific gene loss features in tumor cells, allowing for the selective destruction of cancerous tissues while preserving healthy ones. This technology aims to enhance tumor specificity, enabling the CAR-T cells to induce cytotoxicity only when engaging with tumor cells, thereby minimizing the safety risks commonly associated with existing CAR-T therapies. ImmPACT Bio's innovative approach seeks to improve treatment outcomes for cancer patients by offering a more precise and safer therapeutic option.
Thirty Madison
Series B in 2020
Thirty Madison is a digital health company specializing in personalized treatments for chronic conditions. It operates platforms like Keeps (hair loss), Cove (migraines), Picnic (allergies), Facet (skin conditions), and Nurx (sexual health). Founded in 2016, it aims to empower individuals with accessible, effective care tailored to their specific needs.
Vor Biopharma
Series B in 2020
Vor Biopharma develops innovative cancer therapies focused on engineered hematopoietic stem cells (eHSCs). Its lead product candidate, VOR33, is designed to treat acute myeloid leukemia by generating healthy cells resistant to targeted immunotherapies. Incorporated in 2015, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Cue Health Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in San Diego, California, specializing in the development and manufacturing of diagnostic screening devices for home use. Founded in 2010, the company offers a connected diagnostic platform known as the Cue Health Monitoring System, which allows users to conduct self-serve tests that provide lab-quality results. This platform enables individuals to track key health indicators, including inflammation, vitamin D, fertility, influenza, and testosterone, through a user-friendly device that connects to a smartphone app. The Cue app not only displays test results but also integrates data on lifestyle factors such as activity and sleep, facilitating a comprehensive view of health at a molecular level. Additionally, Cue Health provides various services for healthcare professionals, including tools for managing patient test histories and telemedicine consultations. The company's innovative approach empowers consumers and healthcare providers alike to access critical health information easily and effectively.
HistoSonics
Series C in 2020
HistoSonics develops a non-invasive tumor ablation system called Edison. This platform uses pulsed sound energy to destroy targeted tissues at the sub-cellular level without requiring incisions or needles.
GATT Technologies BV, established in 2011 and headquartered in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, specializes in developing innovative medical devices. The company focuses on creating synthetic surgical hemostat and sealant products designed to control severe bleeding and organ leakages during surgical procedures. Their product portfolio includes GATT-Patch, a hemostatic sealing patch for general surgery; GATT-Tape, an adhesive tape for preventing intestinal anastomotic leakage; GATT-Spray, an elastic sealant for general surgery; and GATT-Powder, a hemostatic sealing powder. These products are based on a patented synthetic technology, aiming to address challenging surgical bleeding and leakage issues.
RefleXion Medical
Series D in 2020
RefleXion Medical Inc. is a medical equipment company based in Hayward, California, focused on revolutionizing cancer treatment through its biologically-guided radiotherapy system (BgRT). This innovative technology allows tumors to continuously signal their location during treatment, enabling the simultaneous targeting of multiple tumors, even in cases of metastasized cancer. The RefleXion X1 machine is cleared for various forms of radiotherapy, including stereotactic body radiotherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, and intensity-modulated radiotherapy. The BgRT system utilizes positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging data to synchronize tumor location information with the linear accelerator, allowing for real-time adjustments in treatment delivery with subsecond latency. RefleXion Medical has established strategic collaborations with Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited and HealthMyne Inc. since its incorporation in 2009.
OrthoSpin
Series B in 2020
OrthoSpin Limited is a medical technology company based in Misgav, Israel, founded in 2014. It specializes in the development of innovative robotic external fixation systems designed to enhance patient treatment for bone injuries and limb deformities. The company's dynamic external fixators aim to address the challenges associated with traditional systems, which can be cumbersome and painful while requiring significant maintenance. OrthoSpin's proprietary technology incorporates a lightweight motor and a control box that facilitate automatic, continuous adjustments to the fixation frame without patient involvement. This smart system not only helps ensure that prescribed treatment protocols are followed but also allows physicians to monitor patient progress in real-time and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans. The company's focus on improving clinical outcomes and reducing complications positions it as a significant player in the orthopedic field.
AviadoBio
Seed Round in 2020
AviadoBio focuses on developing transformative gene therapies for devastating neurodegenerative disorders such as frontotemporal dementia and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The company's platform combines proprietary technologies with a deep understanding of the brain to deliver effective treatments.
Mauna Kea Technologies
Post in 2019
Mauna Kea Technologies is a medical device company that develops, manufactures and markets imaging solutions for real-time cellular-level visualization during minimally invasive procedures to improve cancer and other disease diagnosis and treatment. Its flagship Cellvizio platform combines a probe-based endomicroscopy system that provides in vivo cellular images during procedures, enabling clinicians to assess tissue at the microscopic level in real time. The company serves customers globally, with products cleared or approved in the United States and more than 40 countries, and operates across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. Mauna Kea aims to eliminate uncertainties in diagnosis and treatment by visualizing tissue in vivo during standard procedures.
ProteKt Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2019
ProteKt Therapeutics is a drug development company focused on creating potent and selective oral inhibitors of the kinase PKR, targeting neurodegenerative and neuroinflammatory diseases. The company utilizes unique computational methods to develop a series of novel and selective molecules, which are validated through clinically relevant assays. This approach aims to address issues such as memory consolidation impairment and enhance long-term memory in patients. In 2019, ProteKt Therapeutics graduated from the FutuRx accelerator and subsequently raised $4 million in a pre-A funding round to support its innovative research and development efforts.
X-Vax Technology is a biotechnology company established in 2015 and headquartered in Jupiter, Florida. Its primary focus is the preclinical and clinical development of vaccines targeting mucosal infections caused by pathogens, including herpes, influenza, tuberculosis, and HIV, which affect millions globally. X-Vax is known for its development of a herpes vaccine candidate based on a genetically altered HSV-2 virus, specifically designed to elicit a robust immune response by inducing antibodies that lead to the killing of infected cells. This innovative approach utilizes Fc receptor activating antibodies that facilitate antibody-dependent cell-mediated killing, aiming to provide effective protection against herpes types 1 and 2. Through its pioneering research, X-Vax intends to advance the field of vaccines and enhance immune responses against significant viral infections.
Cara Care
Series A in 2019
Cara Care is a digital gut health platform offering an app-based treatment for chronic gastrointestinal problems. It empowers patients by combining behavioral, microbial, and nutritional data to improve digestive health beyond medication.
Blackthorn Therapeutics
Series B in 2019
Blackthorn Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2013. The company focuses on developing precision medicine for neurobehavioral disorders, utilizing advances in computational and clinical neuroscience. By leveraging its proprietary computational platform, Blackthorn aims to address historical challenges in drug discovery by targeting dysfunctional brain circuits. This approach enables the identification of novel drug candidates and biologically-based patient subgroups that are most likely to respond to specific treatments. Through its innovative strategies, Blackthorn seeks to enhance the precision of therapeutic interventions for disorders of the central nervous system, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
TechsoMed
Venture Round in 2019
TechsoMed is an Israeli medical device company specializing in the development of ultrasound-based real-time monitoring systems for thermal ablation procedures. These procedures have wide-ranging applications, including tumor destruction, treatment of heart arrhythmias, and blood pressure management. Despite a market size in the billions, these procedures often suffer from high failure rates due to the lack of real-time monitoring capabilities. TechsoMed's technology addresses this issue by providing physicians with the ability to monitor tissue destruction in real time, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of these minimally invasive and cost-effective treatments for patients, physicians, and insurance companies alike.
Cala Health
Series C in 2019
Cala Health is a bioelectronic medicine company that develops wearable neuromodulation therapies for chronic diseases. Its primary product, Cala Trio therapy, is a non-invasive prescription treatment for essential tremor.
Fusion Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2019
Fusion Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in developing radiopharmaceuticals as precision medicines. It focuses on creating targeted alpha therapeutics using its proprietary linker technology to enhance the safety and efficacy of these drugs, ultimately improving cancer patient outcomes.
Vor Biopharma
Series A in 2019
Vor Biopharma develops innovative cancer therapies focused on engineered hematopoietic stem cells (eHSCs). Its lead product candidate, VOR33, is designed to treat acute myeloid leukemia by generating healthy cells resistant to targeted immunotherapies. Incorporated in 2015, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Memebox Corporation is an online retailer specializing in beauty care products, with a strong emphasis on Asian beauty trends, particularly K-beauty. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers a wide range of skincare and makeup items. Its skincare selection includes cleansers, toners, masks, serums, creams, and various body care products. In addition, Memebox provides an extensive array of makeup products such as foundations, concealers, eyeshadows, lip care items, and nail care products. The company serves a diverse customer base across the United States, China, Korea, and other international markets, aiming to deliver products that reflect the latest beauty trends and cultural influences.
Ribon Therapeutics
Series B in 2019
Ribon Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts. The company focuses on developing novel therapeutics that target monoPARP proteins, which are critical regulators of cancer cell survival mechanisms. By leveraging insights from its scientific founders, Ribon is establishing a proprietary drug discovery platform aimed at investigating the molecular actions and biological functions of a specific subset of the PARP protein family. This platform enables Ribon to create a pipeline of innovative small molecule inhibitors designed to disrupt the fundamental survival capabilities of cancer cells under stress. In addition to cancer treatment, the company's research may have implications for addressing other diseases. Ribon is supported by notable life science investors, which enhances its capacity to advance its therapeutic developments.
MultiScale Health Networks
Venture Round in 2018
MultiScale Health Networks LLC is a Seattle-based company that specializes in developing and marketing a cloud-based data platform designed for the healthcare industry. Established in 2012, the company focuses on providing real-time data access to enhance operational intelligence within healthcare settings, particularly in emergency departments. Their platform, known as MultiScale Hive, enables the extraction, aggregation, and optimization of critical patient data, facilitating communication and collaboration among multidisciplinary teams. By leveraging technologies such as data mining and machine learning, MultiScale Health Networks aims to improve care delivery outcomes, enhance patient engagement, and increase operational efficiency, ultimately transforming healthcare into a more responsive system.
Carrot
Venture Round in 2018
Carrot Inc. is a company based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in smoking cessation through its application, Pivot. Founded in 2015, Carrot provides a unique six-stage program that engages smokers at an early stage, fostering awareness and confidence without pressuring them to quit. The application assists users in identifying their motivations for quitting and guides them in developing a personalized quit plan. For those ready to make a change, Pivot offers one-on-one coaching support, helping individuals execute their plans and maintain stability in their cessation journey. Through this approach, Carrot aims to support smokers in their transition away from tobacco use.
CuraSen Therapeutics
Series A in 2018
CuraSen Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for neurodegenerative diseases. The company specializes in small molecule drugs that target a novel mechanism in the brain, aiming to restore function, improve symptoms, and modify the progression of conditions such as Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and less common orphan neurodegenerative disorders. Founded in 2016, CuraSen Therapeutics is headquartered in Los Altos, California.
PhaseBio Pharmaceuticals
Series D in 2018
PhaseBio Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel therapies for cardiopulmonary diseases. Its lead product candidate, PB2452, is a reversal agent for the antiplatelet drug ticagrelor, intended to manage uncontrolled bleeding events or urgent surgeries. PhaseBio is also developing PB1046 for pulmonary arterial hypertension and PB6440 for resistant hypertension.
OrthoSpin
Venture Round in 2018
OrthoSpin Limited is a medical technology company based in Misgav, Israel, founded in 2014. It specializes in the development of innovative robotic external fixation systems designed to enhance patient treatment for bone injuries and limb deformities. The company's dynamic external fixators aim to address the challenges associated with traditional systems, which can be cumbersome and painful while requiring significant maintenance. OrthoSpin's proprietary technology incorporates a lightweight motor and a control box that facilitate automatic, continuous adjustments to the fixation frame without patient involvement. This smart system not only helps ensure that prescribed treatment protocols are followed but also allows physicians to monitor patient progress in real-time and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans. The company's focus on improving clinical outcomes and reducing complications positions it as a significant player in the orthopedic field.
S-Biomedic
Series A in 2018
S-Biomedic is a Belgian biotech company specializing in live probiotic cosmetics that target the skin microbiome. Based in Beerse, the company develops innovative skincare solutions aimed at addressing various skin conditions such as acne, eczema, rosacea, and signs of aging. By employing a targeted modulation-based technology, S-Biomedic selects and combines beneficial bacteria to rebalance the skin’s microbiome, thus restoring its health. Their products are formulated using advanced microbiological and dermatological research, allowing them to effectively contribute to skin health and beauty. Through their novel approach, S-Biomedic offers a new class of therapeutic options for both dermatological and cosmetic applications.
Zebra Medical Vision
Series C in 2018
Zebra Medical Vision is an Israel-based company that develops an imaging analytics platform for healthcare. The platform supplies clinicians with imaging research tools, provides advanced learning and computer-vision diagnostic algorithms for developers, and offers risk management and preventative care tools for providers. The company also offers researchers access to tools and datasets to accelerate the development of decision-support and diagnostic technologies. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shefayim, Zebra Medical Vision collaborates with partners such as USARAD Holdings and TELUS Ventures and has deployed its AI-enabled imaging analytics across hospitals worldwide.
NeuroVision Imaging
Series C in 2018
NeuroVision Imaging is a neuroscience company that develops diagnostic tests and biomarkers for early detection and monitoring of amyloid pathology related to Alzheimer’s disease. It has developed a retinal imaging technology that is low-cost, non-invasive, and capable of measuring retinal autofluorescence to assess amyloid-beta plaque accumulation in the brain, enabling physicians to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease more efficiently. The company also provides data aggregation, analysis, biostatistics, and machine learning applications to large repositories of images and biomarker data to advance understanding and prediction of neurodegenerative diseases. It serves customers in the United States and internationally and was founded in 2010, with its headquarters in Sacramento, California.
Syndesi Therapeutics
Series A in 2018
Syndesi Therapeutics SA is a biotechnology company based in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing drug molecules that modulate the synaptic vesicle protein SV2A, which is crucial for synaptic transmission—the process that enables communication between neurons in the brain. This innovative approach aims to address cognitive impairments associated with conditions such as Alzheimer’s Disease. Syndesi Therapeutics holds an exclusive license for its platform technology from UCB, a leader in SV2A research, positioning the company to advance therapeutic options for patients suffering from cognitive disorders.
On Target Laboratories
Series B in 2017
On Target Laboratories, LLC engages in discovering, developing, and commercializing small molecules that target specific pathological cells, when conjugated with fluorescent dyes. It offers folate and other targeting agents that target, lung, uterine, kidney, breast, colon, pancreatic, and prostate cancer cells. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Northbrook, Illinois.