5Y Capital

5Y Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Shanghai, China, focused on seed, start-up, early venture, and growth capital investments. Founded in 2008 and previously known as Morningside Venture Capital, the firm manages approximately USD 5 billion in dual-currency funds, supported by global investors such as sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and endowments. 5Y Capital primarily invests in various sectors, including healthcare, technology, fintech, media, software, life sciences, and education, with a special emphasis on medical treatment, biotechnology, and digital health. The firm seeks opportunities in China and other emerging markets across Asia and the Pacific, aiming to support entrepreneurs in building innovative companies. 5Y Capital typically makes initial investments exceeding USD 500,000 per portfolio company and operates as a subsidiary of Morningside Group, which has been active in venture capital investments since 1992.

Ka Chang

Managing Director

Zhe Chen

Managing Director

Peter Chen

Managing Director

Yu Cheng

Partner

Lu Huang

Director

Victor Jin

Managing Director

Jiangyun Jin

Managing Director

Ted Xutian Jing

Managing Director

Levi Liu

Partner

Qin Liu

Co-Founder, Investment Director and Board Member

Richard Liu

Founding Partner

Stephanie O'Brien

Investment Professional

Ken Shi

Founding Partner

Yi Sun

Senior Associate

Jerry Tong

Senior Associate

Yunhong Wei

Investor

Yaopeng Xing

Investor

Patricia Zhuoya Yang

Investor

Tony Yeung

Managing Director

Cloris You Youdan

Managing Director

Elwin Yuan

Partner

Yuan Ye

Partner

Fisher Zhang

Partner

Fei Zhang

Partner

Bo Zhang

Managing Director

Past deals in Genetics

Evonetix

Series B in 2023
Evonetix Ltd is a biotechnology company based in Little Chesterford, United Kingdom, established in 2015. The company focuses on developing innovative technology for the parallel synthesis of DNA on silicon arrays, thereby advancing the field of synthetic biology. By employing novel techniques, Evonetix aims to synthesize DNA with higher accuracy and scale, which enhances accessibility for researchers. This platform enables scientists to utilize synthetic biology on a previously unattainable scale, fundamentally changing how DNA is accessed, produced, and utilized for gene synthesis. The engineering team at Evonetix boasts extensive experience in creating high-integrity automated systems, bringing together a diverse range of expertise from various scientific and engineering disciplines to support its mission.

Epigenic

Seed Round in 2022
Epigenic Therapeutics is a biotech firm that offers gene editing therapy.

ReviR Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2022
ReviR Therapeutics is a genomics-based platform that develops novel medicines targeting human RNAs.

Abogen Biosciences

Series C in 2021
Abogen Biosciences is a discovery stage biotechnology company focuses on developing nucleic acid-based (RNA and DNA) therapeutics for treatment of cancer and infectious diseases.

Generate:Biomedicines

Series B in 2021
Generate Biomedicines, Inc. specializes in developing a generative biology platform aimed at inventing novel therapeutic proteins, including antibodies, peptides, enzymes, and other related compounds. Utilizing advanced machine learning techniques, the platform analyzes the genetic code that determines protein function, allowing for the creation of new protein sequences optimized for therapeutic applications. This innovative approach enables the company to generate proteins that interact specifically and effectively with targeted therapeutic needs, facilitating the development of new drugs across various protein modalities. Founded in 2018 and located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Generate Biomedicines was previously known as Generate Biologics, Inc. until its name change in March 2020.

Geneoscopy

Series B in 2021
Geneoscopy, LLC is a diagnostic company based in Saint Louis, Missouri, focused on developing non-invasive solutions for gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colorectal cancer. Founded in 2015, Geneoscopy utilizes stool-derived eukaryotic RNA (seRNA) to create a multi-target RNA biomarker panel aimed at identifying colorectal cancer by detecting the effects of cancer-related DNA mutations. The company is committed to improving colorectal cancer screening compliance and facilitating early detection, thereby reducing the associated morbidity and mortality. By employing a novel methodology to extract human RNA transcripts from stool samples, Geneoscopy aims to provide a reliable alternative to traditional colonoscopies, which are often viewed as unpleasant and invasive. In addition to its colorectal cancer diagnostic test, Geneoscopy is also exploring other potential applications of its RNA technology for additional gastrointestinal conditions.

Axbio

Series B in 2021
Axbio Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Shenzhen, China, specializing in the development and manufacturing of advanced genetic sequencing technology and diagnostic equipment. Founded in 2016, the company offers a variety of genome extraction kits, including those for stool, blood, saliva, and bacteria. Axbio's product line also encompasses sequencing and diagnostic systems, disposable biochips, and reagents. The company employs semiconductor nanotechnology in its biochips for rapid molecular in-vitro diagnostics and utilizes a microfluidic Bio-CMOS platform for high-throughput sequencing. Axbio's capabilities extend from low-cost handheld devices for bedside diagnostics to fully automated instruments suitable for independent laboratories and hospitals, facilitating services such as early cancer screening, rapid pathogen detection, and drug development. The company is currently operating in stealth mode.

Ailurus Biotechnology

Angel Round in 2021
Developer of biocomputing technology. The company develops synthetic biology platform to improve the efficiency of biotech R&D, making biological product development as simple and efficient as software development.

Zhishan Weixin Biotechnology

Series A in 2021
Zhishan Weixin Biotechnology integrates gene-drug research and development to treat genetic and neurodegenerative diseases. The company focuses on the research and development and subversive production of rAAV gene drugs. Zhishan Weixin's therapeutic areas cover blood diseases, rare diseases, and other disease areas.

Vesigen, Inc.

Series A in 2020
Vesigen, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapeutic products that utilize extracellular vesicle delivery technology to target intracellular sites. Founded in 2020 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company employs its proprietary ARMMs technology to facilitate the direct delivery of various payloads, including RNAs, proteins, and gene-editing complexes, into the cytoplasm of target cells. This approach aims to overcome the challenges associated with intracellular drug delivery, thereby broadening the range of potential druggable targets and enabling the creation of novel treatments for various diseases. Vesigen's mission is to address unmet medical needs through its advanced therapeutic solutions.

Evonetix

Series B in 2020
Evonetix Ltd is a biotechnology company based in Little Chesterford, United Kingdom, established in 2015. The company focuses on developing innovative technology for the parallel synthesis of DNA on silicon arrays, thereby advancing the field of synthetic biology. By employing novel techniques, Evonetix aims to synthesize DNA with higher accuracy and scale, which enhances accessibility for researchers. This platform enables scientists to utilize synthetic biology on a previously unattainable scale, fundamentally changing how DNA is accessed, produced, and utilized for gene synthesis. The engineering team at Evonetix boasts extensive experience in creating high-integrity automated systems, bringing together a diverse range of expertise from various scientific and engineering disciplines to support its mission.

Apic Bio

Series A in 2019
Apic Bio, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing gene therapies for rare and complex neurological and liver diseases. Founded in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company specializes in treating conditions such as alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Apic Bio utilizes a gene therapy platform that employs a Dual Function Vector (df-AAV) to simultaneously silence the Z-AAT protein and enhance the M-AAT protein in the liver. This innovative approach aims to address the challenges of genetic diseases through targeted therapies, providing hope for patients with undertreated conditions.

Xgene Pharmaceutical

Series B in 2018
Xgene Pharmaceutical Inc. is a pharmaceutical company founded in 2015 and based in the Cayman Islands. The company specializes in the development of small-molecule drugs aimed at treating chronic pain, infectious diseases, and tumors. Through its research and development efforts, Xgene Pharmaceutical seeks to address significant medical needs in these areas.

Genedock

Series B in 2018
GeneDock, founded in September 2014, is a national high-tech enterprise specializing in precision medical data technology. The company develops and provides a comprehensive SaaS platform that allows users to extract, analyze, and visualize medical records, facilitating improved research and studies for medical and scientific institutions. With industry-leading expertise, GeneDock has successfully built data platforms for numerous prominent facilities, including top three hospitals and leading industry organizations in China. The core team comprises members with backgrounds from renowned companies, and the firm has attracted investment from notable institutions. GeneDock aims to drive innovation in healthcare through advanced data technology solutions.

Frequency Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Frequency Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Woburn, Massachusetts, dedicated to leveraging the body's natural biology to repair or reverse damage from various degenerative diseases. The company employs a unique Progenitor Cell Activation approach, utilizing combinations of small molecules to stimulate progenitor cells to regenerate functional tissue. Its lead product candidate, FX-322, is currently undergoing phase 2a clinical trials aimed at addressing the underlying causes of sensorineural hearing loss. In addition to hearing loss, Frequency Therapeutics is developing therapies for a variety of degenerative conditions, including multiple sclerosis and ailments affecting muscle, skin, gastrointestinal tract, and bone health. The company has also established a collaboration agreement with Astellas Pharma for the development and commercialization of FX-322. Founded in 2014, Frequency Therapeutics is focused on disease modification through innovative therapeutic strategies.

Genocea Biosciences

Series C in 2012
Genocea Biosciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the discovery and development of innovative cancer immunotherapies and vaccines to address significant unmet medical needs. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its proprietary ATLAS platform to profile patients' CD4+ and CD8+ T cell immune responses to identify potential targets within their tumors. Genocea's key programs include GEN-009, an adjuvanted neoantigen peptide vaccine currently in phase I/IIa clinical trials, GEN-011, a neoantigen adoptive T cell therapy, and GEN-010, a neoantigen vaccine initiative. The company also develops immunotherapies for other conditions, such as GEN-003, which targets genital herpes, and maintains pre-clinical programs focused on personalized cancer vaccines. Through its AnTigen Lead Acquisition System, Genocea is committed to advancing vaccine and immunotherapy solutions for various diseases.

Genocea Biosciences

Series B in 2011
Genocea Biosciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the discovery and development of innovative cancer immunotherapies and vaccines to address significant unmet medical needs. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its proprietary ATLAS platform to profile patients' CD4+ and CD8+ T cell immune responses to identify potential targets within their tumors. Genocea's key programs include GEN-009, an adjuvanted neoantigen peptide vaccine currently in phase I/IIa clinical trials, GEN-011, a neoantigen adoptive T cell therapy, and GEN-010, a neoantigen vaccine initiative. The company also develops immunotherapies for other conditions, such as GEN-003, which targets genital herpes, and maintains pre-clinical programs focused on personalized cancer vaccines. Through its AnTigen Lead Acquisition System, Genocea is committed to advancing vaccine and immunotherapy solutions for various diseases.

Origene

Series B in 2010
OriGene Technologies, Inc. specializes in the development, manufacturing, and sale of genome-wide research and diagnostic products tailored for academic, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology applications. Founded with a focus on creating a comprehensive collection of full-length human cDNAs, the company offers a diverse range of products, including cDNA clones, shRNA and siRNA tools, and CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing products. Additionally, OriGene provides proteins and lysates, an extensive array of antibodies for immunohistochemistry, and various assay kits, including ELISA and luminex kits. The company supports critical biological research by supplying essential resources for cancer biomarker studies, stem cell research, and other areas. With a commitment to facilitating gene-based research, OriGene distributes its products globally through distributors and online channels. Established in 1995 and based in Rockville, Maryland, OriGene continues to enhance its offerings to meet the evolving needs of researchers in the life sciences field.

Genocea Biosciences

Series A in 2009
Genocea Biosciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the discovery and development of innovative cancer immunotherapies and vaccines to address significant unmet medical needs. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its proprietary ATLAS platform to profile patients' CD4+ and CD8+ T cell immune responses to identify potential targets within their tumors. Genocea's key programs include GEN-009, an adjuvanted neoantigen peptide vaccine currently in phase I/IIa clinical trials, GEN-011, a neoantigen adoptive T cell therapy, and GEN-010, a neoantigen vaccine initiative. The company also develops immunotherapies for other conditions, such as GEN-003, which targets genital herpes, and maintains pre-clinical programs focused on personalized cancer vaccines. Through its AnTigen Lead Acquisition System, Genocea is committed to advancing vaccine and immunotherapy solutions for various diseases.
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