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 utilize radioisotopes, particularly focusing on alpha-emitting isotopes like Actinium-225 for the treatment of solid tumors. RayzeBio aims to improve cancer treatment outcomes by creating a robust pipeline of radiopharmaceuticals targeting validated oncology drug targets. Its portfolio includes multiple drug candidates at various stages of development, ranging from discovery to late-stage clinical programs, addressing significant market opportunities in the field of cancer therapeutics.
Private Equity Round in 2022
Aerin Medical Inc. is a health technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, focused on developing non-invasive treatment solutions for nasal breathing disorders. Founded in 2011, the company specializes in therapeutic devices that utilize low-power radiofrequency energy to remodel nasal soft tissues, effectively addressing the underlying causes of conditions such as nasal obstruction and chronic rhinitis. Aerin Medical offers procedures and devices, including the VivAer procedure and the RhinAer procedure, along with their corresponding styluses, which allow ENT physicians to treat nasal airway conditions in an office setting under local anesthesia. These innovative solutions aim to improve patient outcomes by providing safe, quick, and effective relief from chronic nasal symptoms while minimizing downtime.
Endeavor BioMedicines is developing new treatments targeting the underlying causes of pulmonary fibrosis.
Quantum Surgical is a provider of surgical robotics focused on developing innovative solutions for minimally invasive surgeries. The company is creating a novel robotic platform designed to enhance the assessment, planning, and treatment of medical conditions. Its technology supports advanced percutaneous ablation therapy, particularly for liver cancer treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes and enhance the safety of interventional oncology procedures. With a commitment to delivering effective clinical solutions, Quantum Surgical seeks to represent unique spinal products and treatment options, benefiting both physicians and patients throughout the continuum of care.
Elligo Health Research is revolutionizing the clinical research industry with a novel approach to common trial challenges including patient participation and enrollment, and physician participation. They provide physicians and their patients the opportunity to participate in clinical trials using advanced health care informatics. Improved access to physicians and patients means sponsors reach trial enrollment goals faster, and new products are accelerated to market, benefiting patients everywhere.
Imperative Care, Inc. is a medical technology company dedicated to enhancing acute stroke treatment. Founded in 2015 and based in Campbell, California, the company develops innovative solutions aimed at addressing critical needs in stroke care. Its primary offerings include the Large Distal Platform, a large diameter catheter designed to facilitate access to treatment sites for both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. Additionally, the ZOOM Aspiration System works in conjunction with the Large Distal Platform, providing a comprehensive solution for clot removal across various occlusion sizes, from the internal carotid artery to M2. By focusing on expediting and improving treatment effectiveness, Imperative Care aims to offer patients a greater chance for optimal recovery.
Strateos operates a robotic cloud laboratory that automates chemistry, biology, and tissue analysis to enhance drug discovery processes. By integrating advanced robotics, control systems, and sophisticated imaging and analytics software, Strateos allows pharmaceutical companies to discover new drug candidates more efficiently. The company emerged from a merger between Transcriptic, known for its pioneering robotic cloud laboratory platform, and 3Scan, which specialized in using automation and machine learning to analyze tissue samples. This combination enables Strateos to provide a comprehensive suite of technologies designed to streamline the drug discovery and early development phases. By transforming life science methodologies into data-driven processes, Strateos aims to create a more efficient and cost-effective approach to scientific research, positioning itself as a valuable partner to biotechnology firms seeking to innovate in the field.
Ultivue, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2015. The company specializes in manufacturing reagents for tissue imaging and multiplexing detection, primarily serving the life science and biomedical research communities. Ultivue offers advanced technologies such as DNA-PAINT and DNA-Exchange, which facilitate the collection of high-resolution microscopic images. These innovations are aimed at enhancing the understanding of biological processes and medical diagnostics. The company’s products are designed for use in fluorescent microscopy-based research and are expected to have future applications in clinical diagnostics.
RefleXion Medical Inc. specializes in developing a biologically-guided radiotherapy system aimed at transforming cancer treatment. The company’s innovative technology allows tumors to continuously signal their location during therapy, facilitating the simultaneous treatment of multiple tumors, particularly in cases of metastasis. The RefleXion X1 machine is currently cleared for various forms of radiotherapy, including stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT). At the core of RefleXion's approach is the integration of positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging, which enables real-time tumor tracking and dose adaptation based on the biological characteristics of the tumors. This advancement in radiotherapy promises to enhance precision in cancer treatment, offering a potential paradigm shift in radiation oncology. RefleXion Medical, incorporated in 2009 and based in Hayward, California, has established strategic collaborations, including partnerships with Telix Pharmaceuticals and HealthMyne.
Private Equity Round in 2021
Mainstay Medical Holdings plc is a medical device company based in Dublin, Ireland, with operations in the United States and Australia. Founded in 2008, the company is dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapies for chronic low back pain, a condition affecting a significant portion of the population. Its flagship product, ReActiv8, is an implantable neurostimulation system that aims to restore control to the muscles stabilizing the lumbar spine. Mainstay Medical collaborates with scientists and clinical experts to address the unmet needs of patients suffering from debilitating back pain, combining expertise in engineering and clinical development to deliver effective solutions in this challenging medical area.
IsoPlexis Corp is a life sciences company based in Branford, Connecticut, that specializes in developing a diagnostic platform designed to measure cellular immune responses in patients. Founded in 2013, the company's technology focuses on single-cell detection, allowing for the identification of diverse immune responses at the individual cell level. This platform plays a crucial role in assessing the safety and efficacy of therapeutics, as well as monitoring disease progression. By providing detailed insights into immune responses, IsoPlexis aims to enhance therapeutic development and inform clinical decision-making for healthcare professionals.
IsoPlexis Corp is a life sciences company based in Branford, Connecticut, that specializes in developing a diagnostic platform designed to measure cellular immune responses in patients. Founded in 2013, the company's technology focuses on single-cell detection, allowing for the identification of diverse immune responses at the individual cell level. This platform plays a crucial role in assessing the safety and efficacy of therapeutics, as well as monitoring disease progression. By providing detailed insights into immune responses, IsoPlexis aims to enhance therapeutic development and inform clinical decision-making for healthcare professionals.
Syros Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing treatments for cancer and genetic disorders through innovative gene control medicines. The company is advancing its lead product candidates, including SY-1425, a selective retinoic acid receptor alpha agonist currently undergoing a Phase II clinical trial for specific patient subsets with acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndrome, and SY-5609, a cyclin-dependent kinase 7 inhibitor in a Phase I clinical trial for select advanced solid tumors. Syros employs a unique approach that integrates gene regulatory circuit mapping and modulation of gene expression factors, supported by a proprietary platform of assay technologies and bioinformatics. The company collaborates with Incyte Corporation to discover therapeutic targets, particularly for myeloproliferative neoplasms, and has a licensing agreement with TMRC Co. Ltd. for the development of tamibarotene. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Syros Pharmaceuticals was previously known as LS22, Inc. and rebranded in 2012.
MedAvail operates as a technology-enabled pharmacy company that integrates automated pharmacy services within clinics and other healthcare settings using its proprietary technology. The company offers comprehensive services through its robotic dispensing platform, known as the MedAvail MedCenter, alongside home delivery options. Additionally, it runs SpotRx, a telehealth platform that facilitates remote pharmacist consultations through on-site dispensing kiosks, complemented by home delivery services. MedAvail is headquartered in Mississauga, Canada.
Goldfinch Bio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and developing precision therapies for kidney diseases. The company focuses on researching and commercializing treatments for conditions such as focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, diabetic nephropathy, and polycystic kidney disease. Notable programs include GFB-887, a selective inhibitor of the TRPC5 channel, and GFB-024, a cannabinoid receptor 1 inverse agonist. Goldfinch Bio is also developing the Kidney Genome Atlas, a genomic registry aimed at identifying new disease targets and biomarkers, and utilizes a biology platform that leverages stem cell science to create human organoid models for target validation. Founded in 2016 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Goldfinch Bio has established a strategic collaboration with Gilead Sciences to enhance its capabilities in kidney disease therapy development.
Rapid Micro Biosystems provides products for the detection of microbial contamination in the manufacture of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and personal care products. It offers the Growth Direct System, a non-destructive method for microbial enumeration.
The company was formerly known as Genomic Profiling Systems and changed its name to Rapid Micro Biosystems in 2007. Rapid Micro Biosystems was founded in 2006 and is based in Bedford, Massachusetts.
Pulmonx Corporation is a medical technology company focused on developing minimally invasive devices for diagnosing and treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), particularly severe emphysema. The company offers key products including the Zephyr Endobronchial Valve, which addresses hyperinflation in adult patients, and the Chartis Pulmonary Assessment System, a tool that evaluates collateral ventilation through flow and pressure measurements. Additionally, Pulmonx provides the StratX Lung Analysis Platform, a cloud-based service that utilizes computed tomography to analyze lung conditions, aiding in the identification of treatment targets for the Zephyr Valve. With a strong clinical foundation supported by numerous published studies, Pulmonx has received regulatory recognition, including FDA approval for its Zephyr Valve, which is now used by physicians in over 25 countries. The company aims to enhance the quality of life for emphysema patients worldwide, having facilitated the treatment of more than 19,000 patients with over 76,000 valves deployed. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Pulmonx continues to lead in interventional procedures for COPD treatment.
Vida Health is a virtual care platform designed from the ground up to treat multiple chronic health conditions simultaneously, through a balance of machine learning that personalizes each person’s treatment and a human connection with real life health coaches and therapists who bring the empathy and accountability people need to reach their goals.
Mavrik Dental Systems Ltd. develops and commercializes biocompatible products for the professional dental market. It offers thera smile that is used for teeth whitening; thera natural E that provides natural gum treatment for gum disease; and denti sense is used for post whitening and general sensitivity. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Costa Mesa, California with an additional office in Raanana, Israel.
Imperative Care, Inc. is a medical technology company dedicated to enhancing acute stroke treatment. Founded in 2015 and based in Campbell, California, the company develops innovative solutions aimed at addressing critical needs in stroke care. Its primary offerings include the Large Distal Platform, a large diameter catheter designed to facilitate access to treatment sites for both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. Additionally, the ZOOM Aspiration System works in conjunction with the Large Distal Platform, providing a comprehensive solution for clot removal across various occlusion sizes, from the internal carotid artery to M2. By focusing on expediting and improving treatment effectiveness, Imperative Care aims to offer patients a greater chance for optimal recovery.
Venclose, Inc. is a medical technology company founded in 2014 and based in San Jose, California. The company specializes in developing endovenous radiofrequency ablation therapy systems aimed at treating chronic venous insufficiency. Venclose's solutions focus on improving both physician and patient experiences by offering a minimally invasive method to close damaged veins and restore healthy blood flow. Their technology features enhanced ease of navigation and positioning, provides real-time data during procedures to aid in treatment decisions, and includes a straightforward catheter plug-in, enabling doctors to effectively treat venous reflux.
Jinxin Fertility Group Limited provides assisted reproductive services (ARS) in China and the United States. The company primarily offers its patients with two treatment solutions, including artificial insemination, which can be performed with either husband’s sperm or a donor sperm; and IVF technology, whereby fertilization is achieved through conventional in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer or IVF with intracytoplasmic sperm injection. It also provides related services, such as nutrition guidance, Chinese medicine treatment, and psychological counseling to support the ARS. In addition, the company offers management services; medical services in the areas of gynecology, urology, and internal medicine; ambulatory surgery centre facilities services; and ancillary medical services. Jinxin Fertility Group Limited was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Chengdu, China.
Pulmonx Corporation is a medical technology company focused on developing minimally invasive devices for diagnosing and treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), particularly severe emphysema. The company offers key products including the Zephyr Endobronchial Valve, which addresses hyperinflation in adult patients, and the Chartis Pulmonary Assessment System, a tool that evaluates collateral ventilation through flow and pressure measurements. Additionally, Pulmonx provides the StratX Lung Analysis Platform, a cloud-based service that utilizes computed tomography to analyze lung conditions, aiding in the identification of treatment targets for the Zephyr Valve. With a strong clinical foundation supported by numerous published studies, Pulmonx has received regulatory recognition, including FDA approval for its Zephyr Valve, which is now used by physicians in over 25 countries. The company aims to enhance the quality of life for emphysema patients worldwide, having facilitated the treatment of more than 19,000 patients with over 76,000 valves deployed. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Pulmonx continues to lead in interventional procedures for COPD treatment.
Shanghai Duoning Biotechnology Co., Ltd. specializes in the development of serum-free, personalized, and chemically defined cell culture media tailored for the biopharmaceutical industry. Established in 2005, the company focuses on creating basic media, feed media, and cell therapy media, while also offering services for personalized media development and cell culture process optimization. Duoning Biotech employs international animal cell culture concepts and leverages extensive process development experience to provide customized solutions, including commissioned formula production. Its product offerings include various media types, such as S1, S2, S3, S3-CD, S4, and specialized feed media designed to support the growth and maintenance of new animal cells in research and therapeutic applications. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, China.
GenFleet Therapeutics, based in Shanghai, China, is a biotechnology company focused on the research and development of therapeutic molecules aimed at cancer treatment. Founded in 2017, the company specializes in creating innovative pharmaceuticals and antibody drugs that target various cancer systems. Its efforts are directed at reactivating tumor-specific immune responses and mobilizing the body's own immune system to combat cancer. GenFleet Therapeutics serves both domestic and international markets, contributing to advancements in cancer therapy through its development of signal transduction regulators, tumor microenvironment modulators, and transcription factors.
Akeso, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Zhongshan, China, focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative therapies for cancer, autoimmune diseases, inflammation, and cardiovascular conditions. Founded in 2012, the company has developed a diverse pipeline of over 30 drug candidates, with 17 entering clinical stages. Notable developments include AK104, a bi-specific antibody targeting PD-1 and CTLA-4, and Penpulimab (AK105), a monoclonal antibody undergoing Phase III trials for non-small cell lung cancer. Additionally, Akeso is working on other monoclonal antibodies for severe psoriasis and autoimmune diseases. The company collaborates with various pharmaceutical partners to enhance its research and development capabilities. Akeso aims to address unmet medical needs and become a global leader in affordable therapeutic antibodies.
I-Mab HK develops drugs to treat diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune diseases. The company develops preclinical compounds, including GX-P2; a long-acting PD-L1 drug for the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases and GX-G8; a long-acting GLP-2 drug for the treatment of chemotherapy-induced diarrhea and short bowel syndrome. The company was formerly known as Tianzhenshi Biotechnology Company and changed its name to I-Mab HK in March 2017. The company is headquartered in Tianjin, China.
I-Mab HK develops drugs to treat diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune diseases. The company develops preclinical compounds, including GX-P2; a long-acting PD-L1 drug for the treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases and GX-G8; a long-acting GLP-2 drug for the treatment of chemotherapy-induced diarrhea and short bowel syndrome. The company was formerly known as Tianzhenshi Biotechnology Company and changed its name to I-Mab HK in March 2017. The company is headquartered in Tianjin, China.
Quantum Surgical is a provider of surgical robotics focused on developing innovative solutions for minimally invasive surgeries. The company is creating a novel robotic platform designed to enhance the assessment, planning, and treatment of medical conditions. Its technology supports advanced percutaneous ablation therapy, particularly for liver cancer treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes and enhance the safety of interventional oncology procedures. With a commitment to delivering effective clinical solutions, Quantum Surgical seeks to represent unique spinal products and treatment options, benefiting both physicians and patients throughout the continuum of care.
Grail, Inc. is a healthcare company dedicated to developing innovative technologies for early cancer detection. Founded in 2015 and based in Menlo Park, California, the company has created Galleri, a blood test designed for asymptomatic individuals over 50 years old, which identifies various types of cancer at early stages. In addition to Galleri, Grail is developing a diagnostic aid called DAC to accelerate the diagnostic process for patients with a clinical suspicion of cancer. The company is also working on tests for minimal residual disease and other post-diagnostic applications. Through high-intensity sequencing and population-scale clinical trials, Grail aims to advance the field of cancer screening and improve patient outcomes.
Innovent Biologics, Inc. is a prominent biopharmaceutical company based in Suzhou, China, specializing in the discovery, development, manufacture, and commercialization of monoclonal antibody drug candidates. The company focuses on various therapeutic areas, including oncology, ophthalmology, immunology, and metabolic diseases. Its flagship product, Tyvyt (sintilimab), is an anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody used in treating multiple cancers and is featured on the National Reimbursement Drug List. Innovent has developed several other promising candidates, including biosimilars and bispecific antibodies for conditions such as non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, autoimmune diseases, and advanced solid tumors. The company has established strategic collaborations with major global pharmaceutical firms, enhancing its research and development capabilities. Founded in 2011, Innovent has a strong management team with extensive experience in biologics, and it continues to expand its portfolio of therapeutic options while maintaining a commitment to innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Alzheon, Inc. operates as a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company in the United States and internationally. The company’s lead product is ALZ-801, an orally administered inhibitor of beta amyloid misfolding, which is in Phase III clinical trial for treating Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders. Its lead preclinical candidate compound includes ALZ-1903, a chemical entity and potent inhibitor of beta amyloid misfolding. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Synlogic, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the discovery and development of synthetic biotic medicines aimed at treating metabolic, inflammatory, and cancer-related diseases. The company’s lead therapeutic program, SYNB1618, is an oral therapy currently in Phase I/IIa clinical trials for the treatment of phenylketonuria. Additionally, Synlogic is developing SYNB1891, an intratumoral synthetic biotic medicine that is undergoing Phase I clinical trials for the treatment of solid tumors and lymphoma. The company is also exploring synthetic biotics for more common conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease and secondary hyperoxaluria. Synlogic has established a collaboration with Ginkgo Bioworks to advance its development of these innovative therapies.
Wacai is a Chinese mobile app developer and the creator of a personal finance management mobile app. The app has two major functions. One, to serve as a bookkeeping service (launched in 2009) and two, a mutual fund trading feature that was added in July of 2013. Its most recent feature, incorporated in April of 2014, is a credit card manager, which is gaining popularity in the Chinese markets. The app currently has over 40 million users.
Shockwave Medical, Inc. is a medical device company that specializes in intravascular lithotripsy technology aimed at treating calcified plaque in patients with various cardiovascular diseases. The company has developed the Lithoplasty™ family of balloon dilatation catheters, which incorporate lithotripsy electrodes to enhance the compliance of rigid vascular and valvular lesions before low-pressure dilation. This approach minimizes injury to healthy tissue and addresses limitations associated with traditional revascularization technologies. Shockwave offers specific catheters for different applications, including M5 catheters for above-the-knee peripheral artery disease, C2 catheters for coronary artery disease, and S4 catheters for below-the-knee peripheral artery disease. The technology is designed to facilitate more effective angioplasty and improve stent delivery, as well as enhance native tissue preparation for trans-catheter aortic valve replacement. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Shockwave Medical serves interventional cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and interventional radiologists across the United States and internationally.
Hua Medicine is a clinical-stage, innovative drug development company in China, focused on novel therapies for the treatment of diabetes and CNS disorders. Founded by pharma industry veterans and funded by a premier group of international VC investment firms such as Fidelity Asia, Fidelity Biosciences, ARCH Ventures, Venrock, SAIL and WuXi Ventures, the company has in-licensed from major pharma, world-wide rights to a potential best-in-class, oral drug for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes which utilizes a novel mechanism of action.
Sorrento Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, dedicated to developing innovative therapies for cancer, autoimmune disorders, inflammatory conditions, and neurodegenerative diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary G-MAB antibody library and various advanced treatment modalities, including chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy (CAR-T), antibody-drug conjugates, and targeted delivery systems. Sorrento's pipeline includes promising candidates such as anti-CD38 CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma and resiniferatoxin, a neurotoxin designed for pain management in late-stage cancer and osteoarthritis. Additionally, the company is pursuing the development of ZTlido, a lidocaine delivery system, and SEMDEXA, an injectable gel for sciatica treatment. Collaborations with other organizations aim to advance COVID-19-related therapies and explore new immuno-oncology solutions. Overall, Sorrento Therapeutics is positioned to provide meaningful advancements in therapeutics with a focus on addressing significant unmet medical needs across various disease areas.
LinkDoc Technology Limited develops medical data solutions and oncology big data platforms. It offers clinical structured data for oncology hospitals and hospitals to assist hospitals in solving scientific and clinical problems. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Beijing, China.
TESARO, Inc. is an oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company established in 2010 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts. The company specializes in the identification, acquisition, development, and commercialization of cancer therapeutics and supportive care products. Its notable offerings include ZEJULA, an oral poly polymerase inhibitor used for the maintenance treatment of recurrent ovarian cancer, and VARUBI, a neurokinin-1 receptor antagonist designed to prevent chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. TESARO is also advancing a range of immunotherapy candidates, such as TSR-042, TSR-022, and TSR-033, all currently in phase I clinical trials. The company has formed various collaboration and licensing agreements with industry partners, including AnaptysBio, Janssen Biotech, and Genentech. In January 2019, TESARO became a subsidiary of GlaxoSmithKline plc, further enhancing its capabilities in cancer treatment innovation.
Tunitas Therapeutics is a privately held biopharmaceutical company that is poised to develop unique and precisely targeted protein therapeutics that will dramatically change the lives of allergy sufferers. With Tunitas’ proteins, patients receive a treatment regimen in their allergist’s office that will alter the natural course of their disease, providing a therapeutic option with long-lasting benefit.
Cold Genesys is a privately-held, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the research, acquisition, and development of novel immunotherapies. It specializes in the development of oncolytic immunotherapies to combat cancer, providing patients with new and impactful therapies. Cold Genesys acquired the rights to develop CG0070 from BioSante Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: BPAX). A phase I/IIa dose-escalating clinical trial has already completed in 35 patients with NMIBC. Cold Genesys is hopeful to get this therapy back into the clinical setting with the initiation of the proposed phase II/III trial.
Shockwave Medical, Inc. is a medical device company that specializes in intravascular lithotripsy technology aimed at treating calcified plaque in patients with various cardiovascular diseases. The company has developed the Lithoplasty™ family of balloon dilatation catheters, which incorporate lithotripsy electrodes to enhance the compliance of rigid vascular and valvular lesions before low-pressure dilation. This approach minimizes injury to healthy tissue and addresses limitations associated with traditional revascularization technologies. Shockwave offers specific catheters for different applications, including M5 catheters for above-the-knee peripheral artery disease, C2 catheters for coronary artery disease, and S4 catheters for below-the-knee peripheral artery disease. The technology is designed to facilitate more effective angioplasty and improve stent delivery, as well as enhance native tissue preparation for trans-catheter aortic valve replacement. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Shockwave Medical serves interventional cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and interventional radiologists across the United States and internationally.
Alzheon, Inc. operates as a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company in the United States and internationally. The company’s lead product is ALZ-801, an orally administered inhibitor of beta amyloid misfolding, which is in Phase III clinical trial for treating Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders. Its lead preclinical candidate compound includes ALZ-1903, a chemical entity and potent inhibitor of beta amyloid misfolding. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Hua Medicine is a clinical-stage, innovative drug development company in China, focused on novel therapies for the treatment of diabetes and CNS disorders. Founded by pharma industry veterans and funded by a premier group of international VC investment firms such as Fidelity Asia, Fidelity Biosciences, ARCH Ventures, Venrock, SAIL and WuXi Ventures, the company has in-licensed from major pharma, world-wide rights to a potential best-in-class, oral drug for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes which utilizes a novel mechanism of action.
Sagimet Biosciences is a biotechnology company that focuses on developing novel therapeutics to treat important diseases such as liver disease NASH and specific cancers, with a focus on targeting dysfunctional metabolic pathways. It was founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Mateo, California.
Pieris Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on discovering and developing anticalin-based therapeutics. Anticalins are low molecular-weight proteins derived from lipocalins, which are naturally occurring proteins in the human body. The company’s lead respiratory candidate, PRS-060, is in Phase I trials for asthma and other inflammatory diseases, while its lead immuno-oncology candidate, PRS-343, is also in Phase I trials targeting various cancers. Additionally, Pieris is advancing PRS-080, a treatment for functional iron deficiency in patients with chronic kidney disease, currently in Phase IIa trials, and PRS-344, a bispecific anticalin-antibody fusion protein in preclinical development for oncology. The company collaborates with several partners, including Les Laboratoires Servier, AstraZeneca, and Seattle Genetics, and has research collaborations with academic institutions such as the University of Pittsburgh. Founded in 2000, Pieris Pharmaceuticals aims to address critical medical needs through its innovative drug development approach.
Conventus Orthopaedics provides a range of orthopedic and sports medicine services. The physicians specialize in orthopedic surgery, reconstructive surgery, spine surgery, joint replacement, sports medicine, physical therapy, and operative care of fractures, arthritis, strains, sprains, and sports-related injuries. Conventus was formed by a team of medical professionals with the sole purpose of creating less invasive ways to treat challenging periarticular fractures. By leveraging advanced nitinol technology, the Conventus team has developed a platform technology that provides robust fixation and creates reliable repairs. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Maple Grove, Minnesota.
Cold Genesys is a privately-held, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the research, acquisition, and development of novel immunotherapies. It specializes in the development of oncolytic immunotherapies to combat cancer, providing patients with new and impactful therapies. Cold Genesys acquired the rights to develop CG0070 from BioSante Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: BPAX). A phase I/IIa dose-escalating clinical trial has already completed in 35 patients with NMIBC. Cold Genesys is hopeful to get this therapy back into the clinical setting with the initiation of the proposed phase II/III trial.
ImmunGene Inc. is a biotechnology company dedicated to the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody-based therapeutics aimed at treating cancer, autoimmune disorders, and other diseases. The company's product pipeline features several candidates, including IGN002 for non-Hodgkin lymphoma and other B-cell driven malignancies, IGN001 for breast cancer, IGN003 targeting multiple myeloma, IGN004 for multiple solid tumors and melanomas, IGN005 for acute myeloid leukemia, and IGN006 for various solid tumors. Additionally, ImmunGene collaborates with Valor Biotherapeutics, LLC, to develop monoclonal antibody-interferon fusion protein therapeutics for cancer treatment. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California, ImmunGene is supported by federal government grants and private investments from biotechnology executives.