Atlas Venture

Atlas Venture L.P. is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 1980. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, primarily in the life sciences and technology sectors. In life sciences, Atlas Venture focuses on biotechnology, therapeutics, medical technologies, and personalized medicine. In technology, it targets areas such as fintech, consumer innovation, and emerging web services. The firm employs a seed-led venture creation strategy that emphasizes rigorous selection of promising startups led by capable entrepreneurs. Atlas Venture typically invests between $500,000 and $5 million in its portfolio companies, often taking the lead role and seeking board representation. The firm manages over $2 billion in committed capital and has been involved with more than 350 companies across various countries. Its investment strategy prioritizes opportunities in the United States, particularly in regions such as New England and California.

Kevin Bitterman

Partner

Bruce Booth

Partner

Ommer Chohan

CFO

Maurizio Fazio Ph.D

Associate

Jean-Francois Formela

Partner

Mark Gazecki

Partner

Michael Gladstone

Partner

Jernej Godec

Principal

David S. Grayzel

Partner

Chelsea Johnson Ph.D

Principal

Cort Johnson

Venture Partner

Kristen Margeson

Director of Investor Relations and Marketing

Paul Pospisil

Partner

Aimee Raleigh

Associate

Jason Rhodes

Partner

Steven Robinette

Associate

549 past transactions

Nimbus Apollo

Venture Round in 2022
Nimbus Apollo is a program under Nimbus Therapeutics that focuses on the development of innovative treatments for serious diseases, particularly targeting non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The program's lead candidate, NDI-010976, is an allosteric inhibitor of Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase (ACC), which has received Fast Track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Nimbus Apollo is engaged in advancing this candidate through various stages of clinical development, with Phase 1 data expected to be presented at notable medical conferences. Nimbus Therapeutics, founded in 2009 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, leverages computational technology to design selective and potent small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing metabolic diseases, cancer, and immune-inflammatory disorders. The company has established strategic partnerships to enhance its research and development efforts.

Remix Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
Remix Therapeutics Inc. engages in the biotech research and development business. It discovers and develops various novel therapeutic RNA processing modulators to target various undruggable disease drivers. The company also offers biology platform to identify and prioritize targets with therapeutically-tractable intervention points in RNA processing. Its REMseq platform validates targets and chemical matter discovery and optimization. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Be Biopharma

Series B in 2022
Be Biopharma, Inc. is focused on developing innovative therapeutics derived from engineered B-cells within the immune system. The company aims to address significant limitations associated with existing cell and gene therapies, such as the challenges of administering multiple doses, unpredictable patient reactions, and the necessity of potentially harmful chemotherapy regimens prior to treatment. Be Biopharma's approach allows for the creation of durable therapies that can be re-administered without toxic conditioning, making these treatments suitable for a range of diseases, including cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases. Founded in 2020, Be Biopharma is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Arkuda Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
Arkuda Therapeutics is a biotechnology company leveraging new insights into progranulin and lysosomal biology to develop medicines to change the trajectory of neurodegenerative disease. Arkuda’s lead compounds aim to correct progranulin deficiency and lysosomal dysfunction in GRN-related frontotemporal dementia (FTD-GRN), a genetically-defined subtype of frontotemporal dementia caused by an autosomal dominant mutation in the GRN gene.

K36 Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
K36 Therapeutics mission to translate epigenetic modulation of oncogenic pathways into first-in-class small molecule therapies.

Curie Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Curie Therapeutics is a fully integrated, next-generation radiopharmaceuticals company focused on pioneering a new class of targeted radiopharmaceuticals that are both safe and effective. Curie's radiopharmaceuticals are composed of rationally designed conjugates against carefully selected biological targets, to deliver alpha and beta-emitting radionuclide payloads.

HotSpot Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
HotSpot Therapeutics is a developer of a therapy platform designed to discover medicines and provide proper treatment. The company's platform helps to identify hotspots and locate pathway treatments for cancer, metabolic and rare diseases, leverages a database of hotspot structures, harnessing the power of data science in its multidisciplinary approach to drug discovery enabling patients to get treatment against several diseases.

Rectify Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2021
Rectify is developing disease-modifying precision therapies that restore ABC transporter function to address the underlying cause of serious genetic diseases. The company’s pipeline spans multiple therapeutic areas.

Disc Medicine

Series B in 2021
Disc Medicine, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapeutics based on human genetics to address ineffective red blood cell production in hematologic diseases. The company specializes in programs targeting the hepcidin metabolism axis for the treatment of disorders related to hepcidin. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Disc Medicine is led by a team of experienced scientists and industry experts, supported by a panel of advisors with a proven history in discovering and developing innovative therapies. The company was established with backing from Atlas Venture, along with contributions from Novo Ventures and Access Biotechnology.

Versanis Bio

Series A in 2021
Versanis Bio is advancing bimagrumab, a human monoclonal antibody to the activin type II receptors that blocks the binding of ligands including activin A and myostatin. Bimagrumab has been studied by Novartis in more than a dozen controlled clinical trials that enrolled more than 1,500 people. Across key studies bimagrumab treatment consistently and potently induced significant loss of fat mass without loss of lean mass, and additionally improved HbA1c and other cardiometabolic parameters.

Nimbus Apollo

Venture Round in 2021
Nimbus Apollo is a program under Nimbus Therapeutics that focuses on the development of innovative treatments for serious diseases, particularly targeting non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The program's lead candidate, NDI-010976, is an allosteric inhibitor of Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase (ACC), which has received Fast Track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Nimbus Apollo is engaged in advancing this candidate through various stages of clinical development, with Phase 1 data expected to be presented at notable medical conferences. Nimbus Therapeutics, founded in 2009 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, leverages computational technology to design selective and potent small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing metabolic diseases, cancer, and immune-inflammatory disorders. The company has established strategic partnerships to enhance its research and development efforts.

Vedere Bio ll

Series A in 2021
Vedere is developing cutting-edge gene therapy products to restore functional vision to patients who have suffered vision loss from Inherited Retinal Degenerations (IRDs), as well as other causes of both genetic and non-genetic vision loss. While the vast majority of ocular gene therapies only limit the rate of inevitable vision loss, we aim to restore lost vision regardless of a patient’s underlying genetics or their stage of disease.

Xilio Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
Xilio Therapeutics is a biotechnology company advancing next-generation cancer immunotherapies designed to improve patient outcomes by unleashing the power of the immune system selectively at the site of the tumor. The company’s tumor-selective immunotherapies are based on its proprietary technology, which maximizes the potency of proven immuno-oncology therapies and restricts their activity to the tumor to minimize peripheral side effects. The broad applicability of these therapies across cancer types means that all patients could benefit from these potentially curative medicines. These tumor-selective therapies are designed to overcome the significant toxicities associated with validated IO therapies, such as IL-2 and aCTLA4, which have historically limited the number of patients that can be treated and prevented patients from completing full courses of treatment Xilio Therapeutics proprietary technology enables the explosion of therapeutic activity specifically within the tumor while reducing toxicity throughout the body a nod to the company name, Xilio, derived from the Latin term, Ex Nihilo, meaning creation or big-bang. The company applying its technology to build a broad pipeline of engineered antibodies, cytokines and chemokines as potential new options for people living with cancer. Xilio Therapeutics was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, United States.
Day One Biopharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company focused on developing new cancer therapies for patients of all ages. The company understands that advances in cancer research now enable drug developers to identify children and adults who may benefit from the same medicine. They develop new therapies that meet the critical needs of people of all ages living with cancer starting from the biology of childhood cancer. Day One Biopharmaceuticals also focuses its efforts to bring the best medicines to families receiving the life-altering news of a new cancer diagnosis and the need for a treatment plan. It prioritizes programs that can be rapidly brought to market for both younger and older patients. The company's goal is to license and acquire the most promising products from research institutions as well as for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. Day One Biopharmaceuticals was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, CA, USA.

Remix Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Remix Therapeutics Inc. engages in the biotech research and development business. It discovers and develops various novel therapeutic RNA processing modulators to target various undruggable disease drivers. The company also offers biology platform to identify and prioritize targets with therapeutically-tractable intervention points in RNA processing. Its REMseq platform validates targets and chemical matter discovery and optimization. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Vigil Neuroscience

Series A in 2020
Vigil will use the Series A funds to progress its lead pipeline candidate, a monoclonal antibody TREM2 agonist, through Phase 1 studies, advance their small molecule TREM2 agonist to IND, as well as pursue additional assets to grow the pipeline and increase the body of data supporting microglia biology as an important therapeutic pathway.

Kinaset Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Kinaset Therapeutics is a therapeutics company that focuses on the advancement of novel drugs in areas of unmet medical needs. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Medfield, Massachusetts.

F-Star Therapeutics

Post in 2020
F-star Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company develops tetravalent bispecific antibodies for cancer therapy. Its medicines used in immuno-oncology treatments. The company plans for the initiation of a Phase I, open label, first-in-human clinical study of FS222, a bispecific antibody targeting CD137 (4-1BB) and PD-L1. The company is based in Cambridge, the United Kingdom.

Q32 Bio

Series B in 2020
Q32 Bio is a biotechnology company developing treatments for patients with severe autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Q32 Bio is addressing dysregulation to help patients take back control of their lives in diseases with few to no treatment options, or those diseases where current therapeutics provide inadequate relief. Q32 Bio consists of a team of scientists and industry veterans with strong expertise in immunology. The team has a strong track record of discovering and developing new and innovative therapies.

Scorpion Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Scorpion Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing advanced precision oncology therapies for cancer treatment. Founded in 2020, the company aims to enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of precision medicine for cancer patients. Scorpion Therapeutics specializes in creating drugs in three primary areas: therapies targeting known oncogenes, agents for currently undruggable cancer targets, and innovative drugs for new targets. By integrating state-of-the-art technologies in target discovery, medicinal chemistry, and translational medicine, the company is committed to delivering next-generation precision oncology solutions. Its experienced leadership team is dedicated to employing a tailored approach to efficiently advance the field of precision cancer treatment.

Be Biopharma

Series A in 2020
Be Biopharma, Inc. is focused on developing innovative therapeutics derived from engineered B-cells within the immune system. The company aims to address significant limitations associated with existing cell and gene therapies, such as the challenges of administering multiple doses, unpredictable patient reactions, and the necessity of potentially harmful chemotherapy regimens prior to treatment. Be Biopharma's approach allows for the creation of durable therapies that can be re-administered without toxic conditioning, making these treatments suitable for a range of diseases, including cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases. Founded in 2020, Be Biopharma is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Korro Bio

Series A in 2020
Korro Bio Inc. specializes in the development of nucleic acid-based therapeutics aimed at targeting specific sequences in genetic code, with a focus on treating rare diseases. Founded in 2018 and located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a proprietary platform that enables efficient and selective RNA editing by leveraging natural processes found in multi-cellular organisms. This innovative approach allows Korro Bio to edit messenger RNA and recode specific codons, facilitating targeted modifications in protein structure and function across various tissues.

Dyne Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Dyne Therapeutics, Inc., a muscle disease company, operates as a biotechnology company that focuses on advancing therapeutics for genetically driven muscle diseases in the United States. It develops various programs for myotonic dystrophy type 1, duchenne muscular dystrophy, and facioscapulohumeral dystrophy, as well as rare skeletal muscle, and cardiac and metabolic muscle diseases using its FORCE platform that delivers disease-modifying therapies. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Aerovate Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Aerovate Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing drugs that meaningfully improve the lives of patients with rare cardiopulmonary disease. Aerovate's program is a potentially disease-modifying drug, AV-101, for people who suffer from pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). AV-101 is a proprietary inhaled dry powder formulation of the drug imatinib that delivers this medicine directly to diseased lung tissues while reducing systemic adverse side effects. The company was founded and incubated by RA Capital Management, a multi-stage investment manager focused on healthcare and life sciences.

UNUM Therapeutics

Post in 2020
Unum Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing immunotherapy products for cancer treatment, utilizing proprietary T-cell engineering technology. The company’s lead programs, based on its Antibody-Coupled T-cell Receptor (ACTR) technology, are in Phase I clinical trials. These include ACTR707 and ACTR087, both being tested in combination with rituximab for relapsed or refractory CD20+ non-Hodgkin lymphoma, as well as ACTR087 combined with SEA-BCMA for relapsed multiple myeloma. Additionally, ACTR707 is being evaluated with trastuzumab for HER2+ solid tumors. Unum Therapeutics is also exploring BOXR1030, a pre-clinical candidate targeting glypican-3 to enhance T cell functionality in the solid tumor microenvironment. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Unum aims to activate the body’s immune system to effectively combat cancer through its innovative therapies.

Q32 Bio

Series A in 2020
Q32 Bio is a biotechnology company developing treatments for patients with severe autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Q32 Bio is addressing dysregulation to help patients take back control of their lives in diseases with few to no treatment options, or those diseases where current therapeutics provide inadequate relief. Q32 Bio consists of a team of scientists and industry veterans with strong expertise in immunology. The team has a strong track record of discovering and developing new and innovative therapies.
Day One Biopharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company focused on developing new cancer therapies for patients of all ages. The company understands that advances in cancer research now enable drug developers to identify children and adults who may benefit from the same medicine. They develop new therapies that meet the critical needs of people of all ages living with cancer starting from the biology of childhood cancer. Day One Biopharmaceuticals also focuses its efforts to bring the best medicines to families receiving the life-altering news of a new cancer diagnosis and the need for a treatment plan. It prioritizes programs that can be rapidly brought to market for both younger and older patients. The company's goal is to license and acquire the most promising products from research institutions as well as for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. Day One Biopharmaceuticals was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, CA, USA.

HotSpot Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
HotSpot Therapeutics is a developer of a therapy platform designed to discover medicines and provide proper treatment. The company's platform helps to identify hotspots and locate pathway treatments for cancer, metabolic and rare diseases, leverages a database of hotspot structures, harnessing the power of data science in its multidisciplinary approach to drug discovery enabling patients to get treatment against several diseases.

Luc Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Luc Therapeutics, founded in 2010 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, was a precision neuroscience company focused on developing novel allosteric modulators for ion channels aimed at improving neuronal firing regularity. The company specialized in creating subunit-selective NMDA receptor modulators, including NR2B negative allosteric modulators for depression and NR2B positive allosteric modulators to enhance cognitive function in schizophrenia. Additionally, it explored NR2A negative allosteric modulators to address disease progression and symptoms in Rett syndrome and other autism spectrum disorders. Luc Therapeutics was known for its innovative approach to restoring cognitive and motor functions in patients with serious neurological conditions by leveraging target specificity, patient selection, and drug optimization. In October 2017, Luc Therapeutics changed its name to Cadent Therapeutics.

Accent Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Accent Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Lexington, Massachusetts, focused on developing small molecule therapies for oncology through the innovative field of epitranscriptomics. Founded in 2017, the company explores post-transcriptional chemical modifications of RNA, which play a crucial role in regulating proteins essential for cellular growth and differentiation. By precisely targeting RNA-modifying proteins associated with cancer, Accent Therapeutics aims to translate advanced scientific research into effective treatments for patients, ultimately providing new therapeutic options in the fight against cancer.

Affinia Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Affinia Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing gene therapies for various diseases, particularly those affecting muscle and the central nervous system (CNS). Founded in 2019 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company specializes in creating rationally designed adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors. By integrating synthetic and systems biology with high-throughput screening and advanced resolution techniques, Affinia Therapeutics aims to address significant unmet medical needs. The company’s innovative approach allows for the development of novel gene therapies with enhanced properties, targeting the treatment of devastating diseases and improving the lives of affected individuals.

Xilio Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Xilio Therapeutics is a biotechnology company advancing next-generation cancer immunotherapies designed to improve patient outcomes by unleashing the power of the immune system selectively at the site of the tumor. The company’s tumor-selective immunotherapies are based on its proprietary technology, which maximizes the potency of proven immuno-oncology therapies and restricts their activity to the tumor to minimize peripheral side effects. The broad applicability of these therapies across cancer types means that all patients could benefit from these potentially curative medicines. These tumor-selective therapies are designed to overcome the significant toxicities associated with validated IO therapies, such as IL-2 and aCTLA4, which have historically limited the number of patients that can be treated and prevented patients from completing full courses of treatment Xilio Therapeutics proprietary technology enables the explosion of therapeutic activity specifically within the tumor while reducing toxicity throughout the body a nod to the company name, Xilio, derived from the Latin term, Ex Nihilo, meaning creation or big-bang. The company applying its technology to build a broad pipeline of engineered antibodies, cytokines and chemokines as potential new options for people living with cancer. Xilio Therapeutics was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, United States.

Quench Bio

Series A in 2020
Quench Bio is a developer of gasdermin biology drugs designed to treat severe inflammatory diseases.The company leverages insights into gasdermin biology and innate immunity to develop medicines with lead compounds that target and inhibit the pore-forming protein that mediates the release of inflammatory cytokines, alarmins, DNA and NETs, enabling patients to get relief from inflammatory diseases.

Generation Bio

Series C in 2020
Generation Bio is a genetic medicines company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing gene therapies aimed at treating both rare and prevalent diseases. Established in 2016, the company focuses on conditions affecting the liver, retina, skeletal muscle, central nervous system, and oncology. Generation Bio employs an innovative non-viral platform that includes a proprietary high-capacity DNA construct known as closed-ended DNA (ceDNA), a cell-targeted lipid nanoparticle delivery system (ctLNP), and a scalable, capsid-free manufacturing process. This approach allows for the targeted delivery of genetic materials, including large and multiple genes across various tissues, and enables redosable treatments tailored to individual patient needs. By enhancing access to therapies for rare diseases and addressing more common conditions, Generation Bio aims to provide durable and sustainable treatment options for patients throughout their lives.

Chroma Medicine

Seed Round in 2020
Chroma Medicine is a new genomic medicine company working on epigenetic editing. Chroma Medicine is pioneering a new class of genomic medicines that harness epigenetics, nature’s innate mechanism for gene regulation, to revolutionize the treatment of genetically driven diseases.

IFM Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2019
IFM Therapeutics specializes in developing small molecule medicines that target the innate immune system to address complex challenges in treating inflammatory and autoimmune disorders, as well as cancer. The company collaborates with academic partners to leverage expertise in innate immunity alongside experienced drug discovery professionals. Its subsidiary, IFM Due, focuses on discovering and developing antagonists of the cGAS/STING pathway, aiming to treat conditions such as inflammation, neuroinflammation, autoimmunity, and cancer. Additionally, IFM Discovery, a newly established incubator within the company, is engaged in advancing a portfolio of genetically validated targets for next-generation therapies addressing inflammation, neuroinflammation, autoimmunity, and fibrosis. Through these initiatives, IFM Therapeutics seeks to enhance immune response and improve the quality of life for patients facing serious health challenges.

Arkuda Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
Arkuda Therapeutics is a biotechnology company leveraging new insights into progranulin and lysosomal biology to develop medicines to change the trajectory of neurodegenerative disease. Arkuda’s lead compounds aim to correct progranulin deficiency and lysosomal dysfunction in GRN-related frontotemporal dementia (FTD-GRN), a genetically-defined subtype of frontotemporal dementia caused by an autosomal dominant mutation in the GRN gene.

Disc Medicine

Series A in 2019
Disc Medicine, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapeutics based on human genetics to address ineffective red blood cell production in hematologic diseases. The company specializes in programs targeting the hepcidin metabolism axis for the treatment of disorders related to hepcidin. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Disc Medicine is led by a team of experienced scientists and industry experts, supported by a panel of advisors with a proven history in discovering and developing innovative therapies. The company was established with backing from Atlas Venture, along with contributions from Novo Ventures and Access Biotechnology.

Vedere Bio ll

Series A in 2019
Vedere is developing cutting-edge gene therapy products to restore functional vision to patients who have suffered vision loss from Inherited Retinal Degenerations (IRDs), as well as other causes of both genetic and non-genetic vision loss. While the vast majority of ocular gene therapies only limit the rate of inevitable vision loss, we aim to restore lost vision regardless of a patient’s underlying genetics or their stage of disease.

Dyne Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
Dyne Therapeutics, Inc., a muscle disease company, operates as a biotechnology company that focuses on advancing therapeutics for genetically driven muscle diseases in the United States. It develops various programs for myotonic dystrophy type 1, duchenne muscular dystrophy, and facioscapulohumeral dystrophy, as well as rare skeletal muscle, and cardiac and metabolic muscle diseases using its FORCE platform that delivers disease-modifying therapies. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Third Harmonic Bio

Series A in 2019
Third Harmonic Bio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative treatments for severe allergies and inflammation. The company is focused on creating first-in-class oral small-molecule inhibitors targeting the KIT receptor, which plays a crucial role in the survival and function of mast cells—key immune cells involved in allergic responses. Its lead product candidate, THB001, is designed to provide selective inhibition of KIT, while another candidate, THB335, aims to address multiple mast cell-driven inflammatory diseases affecting the skin, respiratory system, and gastrointestinal tract. Through its research and development efforts, Third Harmonic Bio seeks to advance the management of inflammatory diseases, enhancing patient outcomes and quality of life.

Triplet Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2019
Triplet Therapeutics, Inc. develops therapeutics and treatments for triplet disorders. It develops treatment for repeat expansion disorders, including Huntington’s disease, myotonic dystrophy, and spinocerebellar ataxias. Triplet Therapeutics, Inc. was formerly known as rzna, Inc. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Remix Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2019
Remix Therapeutics Inc. engages in the biotech research and development business. It discovers and develops various novel therapeutic RNA processing modulators to target various undruggable disease drivers. The company also offers biology platform to identify and prioritize targets with therapeutically-tractable intervention points in RNA processing. Its REMseq platform validates targets and chemical matter discovery and optimization. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Luc Therapeutics

Series B in 2018
Luc Therapeutics, founded in 2010 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, was a precision neuroscience company focused on developing novel allosteric modulators for ion channels aimed at improving neuronal firing regularity. The company specialized in creating subunit-selective NMDA receptor modulators, including NR2B negative allosteric modulators for depression and NR2B positive allosteric modulators to enhance cognitive function in schizophrenia. Additionally, it explored NR2A negative allosteric modulators to address disease progression and symptoms in Rett syndrome and other autism spectrum disorders. Luc Therapeutics was known for its innovative approach to restoring cognitive and motor functions in patients with serious neurological conditions by leveraging target specificity, patient selection, and drug optimization. In October 2017, Luc Therapeutics changed its name to Cadent Therapeutics.

Xilio Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Xilio Therapeutics is a biotechnology company advancing next-generation cancer immunotherapies designed to improve patient outcomes by unleashing the power of the immune system selectively at the site of the tumor. The company’s tumor-selective immunotherapies are based on its proprietary technology, which maximizes the potency of proven immuno-oncology therapies and restricts their activity to the tumor to minimize peripheral side effects. The broad applicability of these therapies across cancer types means that all patients could benefit from these potentially curative medicines. These tumor-selective therapies are designed to overcome the significant toxicities associated with validated IO therapies, such as IL-2 and aCTLA4, which have historically limited the number of patients that can be treated and prevented patients from completing full courses of treatment Xilio Therapeutics proprietary technology enables the explosion of therapeutic activity specifically within the tumor while reducing toxicity throughout the body a nod to the company name, Xilio, derived from the Latin term, Ex Nihilo, meaning creation or big-bang. The company applying its technology to build a broad pipeline of engineered antibodies, cytokines and chemokines as potential new options for people living with cancer. Xilio Therapeutics was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, United States.

Bicycle Therapeutics

Series B in 2018
Bicycle Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a novel class of medicines which are referred to as Bicycles. The Bicycles are synthetic short peptides constrained to form two loops which stabilize their structural geometry. Its initial internal programs are focused on oncology indications with high unmet medical need. The company's product candidate, BT1718, is a Bicycle Toxin Conjugate, or BTC.

HotSpot Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
HotSpot Therapeutics is a developer of a therapy platform designed to discover medicines and provide proper treatment. The company's platform helps to identify hotspots and locate pathway treatments for cancer, metabolic and rare diseases, leverages a database of hotspot structures, harnessing the power of data science in its multidisciplinary approach to drug discovery enabling patients to get treatment against several diseases.

Akero Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Akero Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, focused on developing treatments for serious metabolic diseases, particularly nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Founded in 2017, the company aims to address high unmet medical needs associated with NASH, a condition characterized by liver inflammation and damage that can lead to severe complications. Akero's lead product candidate, AKR-001, is a long-acting Fc fusion modified FGF21 protein currently undergoing Phase IIa clinical trials. This candidate is designed to restore metabolic balance by reducing liver fat and suppressing inflammation and fibrosis, thereby potentially halting the progression of NASH. The development of AKR-001 builds upon extensive research into FGF21 biology, positioning it as a promising treatment option in a field lacking approved therapies.

Nimbus Apollo

Series C in 2018
Nimbus Apollo is a program under Nimbus Therapeutics that focuses on the development of innovative treatments for serious diseases, particularly targeting non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The program's lead candidate, NDI-010976, is an allosteric inhibitor of Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase (ACC), which has received Fast Track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Nimbus Apollo is engaged in advancing this candidate through various stages of clinical development, with Phase 1 data expected to be presented at notable medical conferences. Nimbus Therapeutics, founded in 2009 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, leverages computational technology to design selective and potent small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing metabolic diseases, cancer, and immune-inflammatory disorders. The company has established strategic partnerships to enhance its research and development efforts.

Accent Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Accent Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Lexington, Massachusetts, focused on developing small molecule therapies for oncology through the innovative field of epitranscriptomics. Founded in 2017, the company explores post-transcriptional chemical modifications of RNA, which play a crucial role in regulating proteins essential for cellular growth and differentiation. By precisely targeting RNA-modifying proteins associated with cancer, Accent Therapeutics aims to translate advanced scientific research into effective treatments for patients, ultimately providing new therapeutic options in the fight against cancer.

Plastiq

Series B in 2018
Plastiq Inc. is an online payment service that allows users to make payments using credit and debit cards, even when the recipient does not typically accept card payments. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company facilitates payments for various expenses, including tuition, taxes, rent, utilities, and insurance, primarily in the United States and Canada. By processing card payments and converting them into formats that recipients can accept, such as electronic bank transfers or checks, Plastiq enables individuals and businesses to manage their finances more flexibly. This service empowers users to earn credit card rewards, take advantage of early-payment discounts, and utilize their cash flow more effectively, making it easier to manage expenses that traditionally required checks. With a growing presence, Plastiq is committed to advancing innovative payment solutions.

Avrobio

Series B in 2018
Avrobio is a clinical-stage gene therapy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing ex vivo lentiviral gene therapies aimed at treating rare diseases with a single-dose approach. The company utilizes hematopoietic stem cells collected from patients, which are modified using a lentiviral vector to insert functional copies of defective genes associated with specific diseases. Avrobio's lead product candidate, AVR-RD-01, is currently in Phase II clinical trials for Fabry disease. Additionally, the company's pipeline includes AVR-RD-02, which has completed preclinical trials for type 1 Gaucher disease; AVR-RD-03, in preclinical development for Pompe disease; and AVR-RD-04, which has also completed preclinical studies for cystinosis. Avrobio has established a research collaboration with Magenta Therapeutics to explore targeted antibody-drug conjugates as a conditioning regimen for its lentiviral gene therapies. Founded in 2015, Avrobio aims to leverage advancements in cell and gene therapies to provide potential cures for serious and debilitating conditions.

Harbour Biomed

Series A in 2018
Harbour Biomed is a biotechnology company focused on developing bio-therapeutics for immuno-oncology and inflammatory diseases. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Shanghai, with additional operations in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Rotterdam, the company utilizes two patented transgenic mouse platforms for generating fully human monoclonal antibodies and heavy chain-only bispecific antibodies. These platforms facilitate the creation of innovative therapeutic antibodies, enhancing drug discovery and development processes. Harbour Biomed is actively involved in the development of several candidates, including Batoclimab for autoimmune diseases and Tanfanercept for dry eye disease. The company also collaborates with various institutions and partners to license its antibody platforms, further expanding its reach in the biotechnology sector.

Generation Bio

Series A in 2018
Generation Bio is a genetic medicines company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing gene therapies aimed at treating both rare and prevalent diseases. Established in 2016, the company focuses on conditions affecting the liver, retina, skeletal muscle, central nervous system, and oncology. Generation Bio employs an innovative non-viral platform that includes a proprietary high-capacity DNA construct known as closed-ended DNA (ceDNA), a cell-targeted lipid nanoparticle delivery system (ctLNP), and a scalable, capsid-free manufacturing process. This approach allows for the targeted delivery of genetic materials, including large and multiple genes across various tissues, and enables redosable treatments tailored to individual patient needs. By enhancing access to therapies for rare diseases and addressing more common conditions, Generation Bio aims to provide durable and sustainable treatment options for patients throughout their lives.

Quench Bio

Seed Round in 2018
Quench Bio is a developer of gasdermin biology drugs designed to treat severe inflammatory diseases.The company leverages insights into gasdermin biology and innate immunity to develop medicines with lead compounds that target and inhibit the pore-forming protein that mediates the release of inflammatory cytokines, alarmins, DNA and NETs, enabling patients to get relief from inflammatory diseases.

Korro Bio

Seed Round in 2018
Korro Bio Inc. specializes in the development of nucleic acid-based therapeutics aimed at targeting specific sequences in genetic code, with a focus on treating rare diseases. Founded in 2018 and located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes a proprietary platform that enables efficient and selective RNA editing by leveraging natural processes found in multi-cellular organisms. This innovative approach allows Korro Bio to edit messenger RNA and recode specific codons, facilitating targeted modifications in protein structure and function across various tissues.

Ikena Oncology

Series A in 2017
Ikena Oncology is dedicated to bringing next generation oncology therapies to patients suffering from cancer. Ikena Oncology are committed to leveraging our unique understanding of the complex biologic pathways that drive the formation and spread of cancers to discover and develop novel, patient-directed therapies. Selecting patients for treatment in clinical studies with biomarkers we develop is at the core of our strategy.

Obsidian Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Obsidian Therapeutics is a developer of a next-generation cell and gene therapies created to extend adoptive immunotherapy to every patient with cancer.The company's next-generation cell and gene therapies with pharmacologic operating systems provide exquisite control of protein activity in cells and create adoptive cell therapies with new functions that are under control of the treating physician using simple, safe, orally-active, marketed drugs, enabling patients to improve on the current generation of cell therapies.

Kymera Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Kymera Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, established in 2015. It specializes in targeted protein degradation, developing innovative small molecule therapeutics that selectively degrade proteins associated with various diseases by utilizing the body's natural protein degradation mechanisms. The company is advancing several therapeutic programs, including the IRAK4 program aimed at treating immunology-inflammation diseases such as hidradenitis suppurativa, atopic dermatitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Additionally, it is developing the IRAKIMiD program for MYD88-mutated diffuse large B cell lymphoma and the STAT3 program for hematologic malignancies and solid tumors, as well as autoimmune diseases. Through its proprietary predictive modeling platform, Kymera Therapeutics seeks to accelerate drug discovery and address previously untreatable conditions.

Gemini Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Gemini Therapeutics, Inc. is a precision medicine company established in 2015 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company specializes in developing therapies for patients with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and related rare genetic diseases. Gemini's approach focuses on addressing genetically-defined conditions by creating therapeutic candidates that target specific molecular abnormalities prevalent in patients with significant clinical needs. Their diverse pipeline features a range of innovative treatment modalities, including monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, and gene therapies. The company has secured funding from prominent life science investors and collaborates with academic institutions globally to advance its mission of delivering potentially first-in-class therapeutics.

Disarm Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Disarm Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing disease-modifying therapeutics for patients suffering from neurological diseases characterized by axonal degeneration. Founded in 2016 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company aims to prevent axon loss and address conditions such as multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, glaucoma, and peripheral neuropathies. Its innovative approach allows for the treatment of acute diseases affecting the central, ocular, and peripheral nervous systems. As of October 2020, Disarm Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Eli Lilly and Company.

Rodin Therapeutics

Series C in 2017
Rodin Therapeutics, a biotechnology company applying insights of epigenetics to novel therapeutics for neurological disorders, announced its founding by Atlas Venture and Proteros biostructures. Rodin is founded based on its insight into key epigenetic modulators of CNS function, privileged access to Proteros' best-in-class structural biology capabilities, and a team with deep CNS drug development and company formation experience. Rodin secured financing from Atlas Venture and Johnson & Johnson Development Corporation (JJDC).

Replimune Group

Series B in 2017
Replimune Group, Inc., a biotechnology company, develops oncolytic immune-gene therapies to treat cancer. It uses its proprietary Immulytic platform to design and develop product candidates that are intended to activate the immune system against cancer. The company’s lead product candidate is RP1, a selectively replicating version of herpes simplex virus 1, which is in Phase I/II clinical trials for a range of solid tumors; and that is in Phase II clinical trials for patients with cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. It is also developing RP2, which is in Phase I clinical trials for an anti-CTLA-4 antibody-like protein in order to block the inhibition of the immune response otherwise caused by CTLA-4; and RP3 to express immune-activating proteins that stimulate T cells. Replimune Group, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts.

Indalo Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2017
Indalo Therapeutics is a preclinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to improving the lives of patients suffering from debilitating fibrotic diseases. Founded on groundbreaking scientific discoveries and leveraging cutting-edge insight into the molecular drivers of aberrant scarring, Indalo is harnessing the collective experience of a seasoned team of pharmaceutical scientists and executives to tackle some of the most urgent unmet medical needs in the fibrosis space.

Synlogic

Series C in 2017
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.

Magenta Therapeutics

Series B in 2017
Magenta is focused on improving the patient experience in transplant medicine, with the goal of bringing this lifesaving procedure to more patients. Over the past 50 years, stem cell transplantation has been used in more than 1M patients worldwide. It is currently the only treatment with the potential to cure some of the most devastating hematologic cancers and autoimmune diseases. Despite the increased use and clinical advancements over the past several decades, stem cell transplant remains a high-risk last-resort therapeutic option due to the toxicity and potential long-term side effects.

SimpleReach

Series B in 2017
SimpleReach is the #1 way for brands to measure and improve content ROI. By bringing together hundreds of data sources across websites, social channels, and publishers into the world's largest content data cloud, SimpleReach enables brands to understand how their content drives business outcomes everywhere. Leading content marketers like Intel, Chase, and Home Depot rely on the SimpleReach platform to generate actionable insights that improve the impact of their content creation and distribution. Learn more at www.simplereach.com

Spero Therapeutics

Series C in 2017
Spero Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of novel treatments for multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacterial infections and rare diseases. The company's key product candidates include tebipenem pivoxil hydrobromide, an oral antibiotic aimed at treating MDR gram-negative infections in adults; SPR206, an intravenous agent targeting MDR gram-negative infections in hospital settings; and SPR720, an oral antibiotic for pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial disease. Spero Therapeutics has entered various agreements, including a licensing partnership with Meiji Seika Pharma to develop tebipenem HBr and collaborations with Everest Medicines and the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute for the development and commercialization of SPR206 and SPR720, respectively. Founded in 2013, Spero Therapeutics aims to address urgent medical needs through innovative therapeutic solutions for serious bacterial infections.

Translate Bio

Series C in 2017
Translate Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Lexington, Massachusetts, that focuses on developing messenger RNA (mRNA) therapeutics aimed at treating diseases linked to protein or gene dysfunction. Since its founding in 2011, the company has been working on innovative treatments, including MRT5005, which is currently undergoing Phase I/II clinical trials for cystic fibrosis, and MRT5201, intended for the treatment of ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency. Translate Bio aims to create transformative medicines that address unmet medical needs in rare diseases.

Magenta Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
Magenta is focused on improving the patient experience in transplant medicine, with the goal of bringing this lifesaving procedure to more patients. Over the past 50 years, stem cell transplantation has been used in more than 1M patients worldwide. It is currently the only treatment with the potential to cure some of the most devastating hematologic cancers and autoimmune diseases. Despite the increased use and clinical advancements over the past several decades, stem cell transplant remains a high-risk last-resort therapeutic option due to the toxicity and potential long-term side effects.

Delinia

Series A in 2016
Delinia, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Francisco, California, dedicated to developing innovative therapeutics for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Founded in 2014, Delinia's primary focus is on a lead program that involves a molecule designed to selectively potentiate and expand regulatory T cells (Tregs), which play a vital role in maintaining self-tolerance and immune system balance. The company's scientific founders and experienced leadership team are committed to advancing its therapeutic programs toward clinical application. As of 2017, Delinia operates as a subsidiary of Celgene Corporation.

Avrobio

Series A in 2016
Avrobio is a clinical-stage gene therapy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing ex vivo lentiviral gene therapies aimed at treating rare diseases with a single-dose approach. The company utilizes hematopoietic stem cells collected from patients, which are modified using a lentiviral vector to insert functional copies of defective genes associated with specific diseases. Avrobio's lead product candidate, AVR-RD-01, is currently in Phase II clinical trials for Fabry disease. Additionally, the company's pipeline includes AVR-RD-02, which has completed preclinical trials for type 1 Gaucher disease; AVR-RD-03, in preclinical development for Pompe disease; and AVR-RD-04, which has also completed preclinical studies for cystinosis. Avrobio has established a research collaboration with Magenta Therapeutics to explore targeted antibody-drug conjugates as a conditioning regimen for its lentiviral gene therapies. Founded in 2015, Avrobio aims to leverage advancements in cell and gene therapies to provide potential cures for serious and debilitating conditions.

IFM Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
IFM Therapeutics specializes in developing small molecule medicines that target the innate immune system to address complex challenges in treating inflammatory and autoimmune disorders, as well as cancer. The company collaborates with academic partners to leverage expertise in innate immunity alongside experienced drug discovery professionals. Its subsidiary, IFM Due, focuses on discovering and developing antagonists of the cGAS/STING pathway, aiming to treat conditions such as inflammation, neuroinflammation, autoimmunity, and cancer. Additionally, IFM Discovery, a newly established incubator within the company, is engaged in advancing a portfolio of genetically validated targets for next-generation therapies addressing inflammation, neuroinflammation, autoimmunity, and fibrosis. Through these initiatives, IFM Therapeutics seeks to enhance immune response and improve the quality of life for patients facing serious health challenges.

Gemini Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2016
Gemini Therapeutics, Inc. is a precision medicine company established in 2015 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company specializes in developing therapies for patients with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and related rare genetic diseases. Gemini's approach focuses on addressing genetically-defined conditions by creating therapeutic candidates that target specific molecular abnormalities prevalent in patients with significant clinical needs. Their diverse pipeline features a range of innovative treatment modalities, including monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, and gene therapies. The company has secured funding from prominent life science investors and collaborates with academic institutions globally to advance its mission of delivering potentially first-in-class therapeutics.

Avrobio

Seed Round in 2016
Avrobio is a clinical-stage gene therapy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing ex vivo lentiviral gene therapies aimed at treating rare diseases with a single-dose approach. The company utilizes hematopoietic stem cells collected from patients, which are modified using a lentiviral vector to insert functional copies of defective genes associated with specific diseases. Avrobio's lead product candidate, AVR-RD-01, is currently in Phase II clinical trials for Fabry disease. Additionally, the company's pipeline includes AVR-RD-02, which has completed preclinical trials for type 1 Gaucher disease; AVR-RD-03, in preclinical development for Pompe disease; and AVR-RD-04, which has also completed preclinical studies for cystinosis. Avrobio has established a research collaboration with Magenta Therapeutics to explore targeted antibody-drug conjugates as a conditioning regimen for its lentiviral gene therapies. Founded in 2015, Avrobio aims to leverage advancements in cell and gene therapies to provide potential cures for serious and debilitating conditions.

Spero Therapeutics

Series B in 2016
Spero Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of novel treatments for multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacterial infections and rare diseases. The company's key product candidates include tebipenem pivoxil hydrobromide, an oral antibiotic aimed at treating MDR gram-negative infections in adults; SPR206, an intravenous agent targeting MDR gram-negative infections in hospital settings; and SPR720, an oral antibiotic for pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial disease. Spero Therapeutics has entered various agreements, including a licensing partnership with Meiji Seika Pharma to develop tebipenem HBr and collaborations with Everest Medicines and the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute for the development and commercialization of SPR206 and SPR720, respectively. Founded in 2013, Spero Therapeutics aims to address urgent medical needs through innovative therapeutic solutions for serious bacterial infections.

Rodin Therapeutics

Series B in 2016
Rodin Therapeutics, a biotechnology company applying insights of epigenetics to novel therapeutics for neurological disorders, announced its founding by Atlas Venture and Proteros biostructures. Rodin is founded based on its insight into key epigenetic modulators of CNS function, privileged access to Proteros' best-in-class structural biology capabilities, and a team with deep CNS drug development and company formation experience. Rodin secured financing from Atlas Venture and Johnson & Johnson Development Corporation (JJDC).

Navitor Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2015
Navitor Pharmaceuticals is a developer of novel medicines designed to target specific nutrient-sensing proteins that selectively regulate mTORC1 activity to treat diseases. The company's medicines selectively modulate the activity of mTORC1, a master regulator of cell growth and metabolism, and unlock the therapeutic potential of the mTOR pathway by targeting the amino acid and other nutrient sensors that selectively regulate the activity of mTORC1, enabling healthcare practitioners to address a wide range of metabolic, neurodegenerative, autoimmune and musculoskeletal diseases. It was founded in 2009 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Miragen Therapeutics

Series C in 2015
MiRagen is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers and develops innovative microRNA-targeting therapies to improve human health, specifically in disease areas of high unmet medical need. The company leverages in-house expertise in miRNA biology, oligonucleotide chemistry, and drug development to evaluate and advance best-in-class technologies and high-potential drug candidates for its own pipeline or in conjunction with strategic partners. The company was founded in 2007 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.

Skillz

Series B in 2015
Skillz operates as a marketplace platform that connects mobile gamers, allowing them to discover and compete in various games against players globally. The company supports game developers in creating lucrative franchises by integrating social competition into their offerings. Utilizing patented technology, Skillz has facilitated over 2 billion tournament entries for approximately 30 million players worldwide, distributing over $60 million in prizes monthly. Notable games on its platform include Dominoes Gold, Blackout Bingo, 21 Blitz, and Solitaire Cube. Skillz primarily generates revenue through its eSports gaming platform, which enables developers to monetize their content via multiplayer competitions. The company's operations are mainly concentrated in the United States, with additional revenue from regions such as Israel, China, and Malta. Skillz has garnered recognition in the industry, being listed among Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and CNBC's Disruptor 50, among other accolades.

Replimune Group

Series A in 2015
Replimune Group, Inc., a biotechnology company, develops oncolytic immune-gene therapies to treat cancer. It uses its proprietary Immulytic platform to design and develop product candidates that are intended to activate the immune system against cancer. The company’s lead product candidate is RP1, a selectively replicating version of herpes simplex virus 1, which is in Phase I/II clinical trials for a range of solid tumors; and that is in Phase II clinical trials for patients with cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. It is also developing RP2, which is in Phase I clinical trials for an anti-CTLA-4 antibody-like protein in order to block the inhibition of the immune response otherwise caused by CTLA-4; and RP3 to express immune-activating proteins that stimulate T cells. Replimune Group, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts.

Intellia Therapeutics

Series B in 2015
Intellia Therapeutics is a biotechnology company specializing in genome editing to develop curative treatments for severe genetic diseases. Utilizing the CRISPR/Cas9 system, Intellia focuses on in vivo programs targeting liver disorders such as transthyretin amyloidosis and hereditary angioedema, along with other conditions like primary hyperoxaluria Type 1 and Hemophilia B. The company also has an ex vivo pipeline dedicated to engineered cell therapies for oncological and autoimmune diseases, including partnerships for chimeric antigen receptor T cells and hematopoietic stem cells. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Intellia holds extensive intellectual property rights related to the therapeutic applications of CRISPR technology and has formed collaborations with notable organizations in the biomedical field.

JenaValve Technology

Series C in 2015
JenaValve Technology GmbH specializes in the development and manufacturing of transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) systems designed for both transapical and transfemoral implantation. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, the company offers a therapeutic alternative to surgical aortic valve replacement for high-risk patients suffering from aortic heart valve stenosis. The concept for the device was initiated by cardiologists Hans-Reiner Figulla and Markus Ferrari at the Friedrich Schiller University Clinic in Jena, Germany. Early on, JenaValve recognized the importance of safety, precision, and durability in their systems, which are crucial for effective treatment and enhancing patient well-being.

Secret Escapes

Series C in 2015
At Secret Escapes, they negotiate exclusive rates for luxury hand-picked hotels and holidays in the UK and abroad, at up to 60% off the price you'd pay by booking anywhere else. How have they done it? Well, even the most luxurious hotels out there don't like having empty rooms... For access to their members-only rates, all you have to do is sign up to Secret Escapes with your email address and nothing else. It doesn't cost a penny, and never will. In return, they will give you access to rates for hotels and holidays you'll struggle to find anywhere else, and if you do they will match their price - that's a guarantee.

Spero Therapeutics

Series A in 2015
Spero Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of novel treatments for multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacterial infections and rare diseases. The company's key product candidates include tebipenem pivoxil hydrobromide, an oral antibiotic aimed at treating MDR gram-negative infections in adults; SPR206, an intravenous agent targeting MDR gram-negative infections in hospital settings; and SPR720, an oral antibiotic for pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial disease. Spero Therapeutics has entered various agreements, including a licensing partnership with Meiji Seika Pharma to develop tebipenem HBr and collaborations with Everest Medicines and the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute for the development and commercialization of SPR206 and SPR720, respectively. Founded in 2013, Spero Therapeutics aims to address urgent medical needs through innovative therapeutic solutions for serious bacterial infections.

ZappRx

Series A in 2015
ZappRx, Inc. is a digital health company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on modernizing the management of specialty medications. Its cloud-based prescription and prior authorization platform enhances efficiency for healthcare providers, specialty pharmacies, and biopharma companies by streamlining the ordering process for specialty drugs. The platform facilitates secure, collaborative interactions among providers, pharmacists, and payers, significantly reducing reliance on traditional communication methods like faxes and phone calls. ZappRx's services are particularly utilized in pulmonary, cardiology, and gastroenterology fields. The company was incorporated in 2012 and, as of June 2019, operates as a subsidiary of Allscripts Healthcare Solutions, Inc.

Nimbus Apollo

Series B in 2015
Nimbus Apollo is a program under Nimbus Therapeutics that focuses on the development of innovative treatments for serious diseases, particularly targeting non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The program's lead candidate, NDI-010976, is an allosteric inhibitor of Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase (ACC), which has received Fast Track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Nimbus Apollo is engaged in advancing this candidate through various stages of clinical development, with Phase 1 data expected to be presented at notable medical conferences. Nimbus Therapeutics, founded in 2009 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, leverages computational technology to design selective and potent small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing metabolic diseases, cancer, and immune-inflammatory disorders. The company has established strategic partnerships to enhance its research and development efforts.

Miragen Therapeutics

Series B in 2015
MiRagen is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers and develops innovative microRNA-targeting therapies to improve human health, specifically in disease areas of high unmet medical need. The company leverages in-house expertise in miRNA biology, oligonucleotide chemistry, and drug development to evaluate and advance best-in-class technologies and high-potential drug candidates for its own pipeline or in conjunction with strategic partners. The company was founded in 2007 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.

Lysosomal Therapeutics

Series A in 2015
Lysosomal Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing small-molecule therapies for severe neurological diseases. Established in 2011 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its expertise in lysosome-based genetic disorders to create innovative treatment options. It specifically targets conditions such as Gaucher-related neurodegeneration and Parkinson’s disease, along with other synucleinopathies. Through its research and development efforts, Lysosomal Therapeutics aims to provide new solutions for patients suffering from these challenging neurological conditions.

Surface Oncology

Series A in 2015
Surface Oncology was created to advance next-generation approaches to cancer immunotherapy based on proprietary insights about novel immunotherapy targets and emerging areas of cancer immuno-biology. Together with world-leading scientific founders, the Company is advancing multiple preclinical programs that target novel mechanisms shown to play vital roles in tumor immune-evasion. Surface is based in Cambridge, Mass.

Appcues

Seed Round in 2014
Appcues, Inc. operates a Software-as-a-Service platform that facilitates to create personalized user onboarding flows without changing a code that enhances their product's adoption and retention rates. It provides knowledge and tools to design and build products; and allows users to design, publish, and manage their onboarding experience. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Padlock Therapeutics

Series A in 2014
Padlock is developing medicines targeting protein-arginine deiminases (PADs), enzymes with an important role in the generation of autoantigens, inflammation, and immune complexes in autoimmune diseases. Padlock intends to explore the full biological and therapeutic footprint of protein deimination by PADs. Padlock was founded by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute and members of the Atlas Venture Life Sciences Team. Padlock's investors include Atlas Venture, Johnson & Johnson, and MS Ventures. Padlock is a seed company operating out of the Atlas Venture office in Cambridge MA.

Appcito

Series A in 2014
Appcito, a cloud application infrastructure company, delivers on the promise of the cloud by transforming how cloud applications are deployed and operated. Appcito’s cloud-native, subscription-based, easy-to-deploy Cloud Application Front-End (CAFE) service empowers application teams to deliver high-performance, available, secure applications with continuous deployment. By providing end users with more rewarding application experiences, CAFE enables application owners to attain greater business agility, cost savings and competitive advantage.

Intellia Therapeutics

Series A in 2014
Intellia Therapeutics is a biotechnology company specializing in genome editing to develop curative treatments for severe genetic diseases. Utilizing the CRISPR/Cas9 system, Intellia focuses on in vivo programs targeting liver disorders such as transthyretin amyloidosis and hereditary angioedema, along with other conditions like primary hyperoxaluria Type 1 and Hemophilia B. The company also has an ex vivo pipeline dedicated to engineered cell therapies for oncological and autoimmune diseases, including partnerships for chimeric antigen receptor T cells and hematopoietic stem cells. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Intellia holds extensive intellectual property rights related to the therapeutic applications of CRISPR technology and has formed collaborations with notable organizations in the biomedical field.

InsightSquared

Series C in 2014
InsightSquared, Inc. specializes in sales performance analytics tailored for software as a service (SaaS) companies. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Austin, Texas, the company provides a comprehensive Revenue Intelligence Platform that includes integrated solutions for sales analytics, marketing analytics, and staffing analytics. Its key offerings include Tiles, a reporting solution that covers various aspects of sales and demand generation, and Slate, a report builder designed to analyze data from multiple sources. By delivering actionable, real-time intelligence, InsightSquared aims to help B2B organizations enhance their revenue strategies, improve conversion rates, and optimize sales forecasting, ultimately driving predictable growth. The company was formerly known as ClearInsight, Inc. before rebranding in December 2011.

Paracosm

Seed Round in 2014
Paracosm develops mobile reality capture, progress monitoring, and visualization solutions to help construction teams build better. With quick and easy scanning, job sites can be captured daily or weekly to gain powerful insights into projects and prevent rework. Their tools bring productivity for BIM/VDC to the next level, improve documentation, and make tracking construction progress easier than ever. Paracosm is a 3D mapping software company located in Gainesville, Florida. Their engineering team includes top computer vision engineers, parallel-processing devs, and 3D experts all striving to build the world’s best 3D mapping and visualization solutions.

Quartet Medicine

Series A in 2014
Quartet Medicine, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, established in 2013. It focuses on developing innovative treatments for chronic pain and inflammation by targeting the restoration of tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4) homeostasis in neuronal and inflammatory cells. Research indicates that increased levels of BH4 play a crucial role in managing peripheral nerve dysfunction and regulating immune cells. Founded by scientists from Boston Children’s Hospital and École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Quartet Medicine collaborates with various research partners in Europe and Asia to advance its therapeutic approaches. The company has attracted investment from notable firms, reflecting confidence in its mission to address significant health challenges associated with chronic pain.

UNUM Therapeutics

Series A in 2014
Unum Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing immunotherapy products for cancer treatment, utilizing proprietary T-cell engineering technology. The company’s lead programs, based on its Antibody-Coupled T-cell Receptor (ACTR) technology, are in Phase I clinical trials. These include ACTR707 and ACTR087, both being tested in combination with rituximab for relapsed or refractory CD20+ non-Hodgkin lymphoma, as well as ACTR087 combined with SEA-BCMA for relapsed multiple myeloma. Additionally, ACTR707 is being evaluated with trastuzumab for HER2+ solid tumors. Unum Therapeutics is also exploring BOXR1030, a pre-clinical candidate targeting glypican-3 to enhance T cell functionality in the solid tumor microenvironment. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Unum aims to activate the body’s immune system to effectively combat cancer through its innovative therapies.