CARB-X is a business that accelerates a diverse portfolio of high-quality antibacterial products towards clinical development. They leverage $250 million in BARDA funds with matching funds from the Wellcome Trust and the AMR Centre to support their mission. With a focus on combating antimicrobial resistance, CARB-X aims to drive innovation and development in the field of antibacterial products to address global health challenges.
LimmaTech Biologics is a clinical-stage biotech company focused on developing vaccines to prevent life-threatening diseases. It specializes in creating bioconjugate vaccines through innovative techniques such as glycoengineering and protein glycosylation, which improve the efficiency of vaccine development and address challenges associated with traditional chemical conjugation methods. The company's proprietary self-adjuvanting and multi-antigen vaccine platforms target microbial infections that are increasingly resistant to existing treatments. LimmaTech Biologics is dedicated to expanding its pipeline, aiming to provide effective solutions for infectious diseases that currently have limited treatment options. Through its research and development efforts, the company seeks to enhance healthcare outcomes by delivering tailored vaccines for specific pathogens.
Visby Medical
Grant in 2025
Visby Medical, Inc. is a diagnostics company based in San Jose, California, specializing in the development of polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based diagnostic tests for infectious diseases. Founded in 2008 and formerly known as Click Diagnostics Inc., the company creates single-use, handheld testing kits that provide instrument-free results for various conditions, including COVID-19 and sexually transmitted infections. Visby Medical aims to redefine illness testing and treatment through a human-centric approach, focusing on accuracy and user experience. In addition to its diagnostic products, the company offers a mobile health care platform that encompasses health information, risk assessment, electronic medical records, and remote medical advice services, catering to governments, NGOs, and private health providers.
Melio
Grant in 2025
Melio is a healthcare company based in Santa Clara, California, specializing in blood testing technology aimed at detecting prevalent infections. The company has developed a comprehensive blood test platform that identifies common pathogens responsible for bloodstream infections. Utilizing a patented melting technique followed by detailed analysis, Melio's technology enables quick and accurate identification of blood-based pathogens. This innovation allows healthcare providers to deliver timely and targeted treatment, addressing the urgent need for effective therapies while also contributing to the fight against antibiotic resistance.
Basilea Pharmaceutica
Grant in 2024
Basilea Pharmaceutica AG is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, that focuses on developing innovative therapeutic products in the fields of oncology and anti-infectives. The company offers isavuconazole, marketed under the brand name Cresemba, an antifungal drug used to treat invasive aspergillosis and mucormycosis. Additionally, Basilea provides ceftobiprole, an intravenous antibiotic for community and hospital-acquired pneumonia, which is also undergoing Phase III clinical trials for other serious bacterial infections. The company is actively developing several candidates, including Derazantinib, for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, and BAL101553 and BAL3833, which target various tumor types and cancer pathways. Through its integrated research and commercial operations, Basilea aims to address the growing challenges of antibiotic resistance and the limitations of current treatment options.
GangaGen
Grant in 2024
GangaGen, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Palo Alto, California, with research and development operations in Bangalore, India. Founded in 2000, the company specializes in discovering and developing novel therapeutic proteins aimed at treating infectious diseases, particularly those caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Its lead product, StaphTAME, is a recombinant protein designed for the topical prevention and treatment of staphylococcal infections, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). GangaGen employs a proprietary platform to create highly specific therapeutic proteins known as ectolysins, which target clinically significant bacterial strains, offering innovative solutions for serious infections such as pneumonia and neonatal sepsis caused by multidrug-resistant organisms.
Vedanta Biosciences
Grant in 2024
Vedanta Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage microbiome company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies for immune-mediated and infectious diseases using human microbiome-derived bacteria. Established in 2010, the company utilizes microbial ecology and mucosal immunology to create innovative immunotherapies. Its platform includes a comprehensive library of bacteria sourced from the human microbiome, proprietary assays for selecting effective bacterial strains, and extensive datasets from human interventional studies. Vedanta also possesses cGMP-compliant manufacturing capabilities, allowing for the production of defined bacterial consortia in powder form. This enables the development of oral therapies aimed at treating autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, providing physicians with effective access to live bacterial drugs. Vedanta operates as a subsidiary of Pure Tech Health plc.
Snipr Biome
Grant in 2024
Snipr Biome ApS is a biotechnology company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, focusing on the development of CRISPR technology for the treatment of microbial diseases. Established in 2017, the company aims to revolutionize how such diseases are addressed by leveraging the adaptive immune system to create medicines that selectively target and eliminate harmful bacteria based on their specific DNA sequences. By utilizing a novel approach that subverts elements of the endogenous bacterial CRISPR machinery, Snipr Biome provides health professionals with innovative tools for targeted microbiome engineering, enhancing the precision and effectiveness of treatments for bacterial infections.
Basilea Pharmaceutica
Grant in 2024
Basilea Pharmaceutica AG is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, that focuses on developing innovative therapeutic products in the fields of oncology and anti-infectives. The company offers isavuconazole, marketed under the brand name Cresemba, an antifungal drug used to treat invasive aspergillosis and mucormycosis. Additionally, Basilea provides ceftobiprole, an intravenous antibiotic for community and hospital-acquired pneumonia, which is also undergoing Phase III clinical trials for other serious bacterial infections. The company is actively developing several candidates, including Derazantinib, for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, and BAL101553 and BAL3833, which target various tumor types and cancer pathways. Through its integrated research and commercial operations, Basilea aims to address the growing challenges of antibiotic resistance and the limitations of current treatment options.
GlyProVac
Grant in 2024
GlyProVac is focused on developing a glycoprotein-based vaccine aimed at preventing infections caused by Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC). Utilizing its proprietary BEMAP technology, the company identifies various O-linked protein glycosylations, which serve as potential targets for antimicrobial intervention. This innovative approach aims to enhance immune responses in individuals, thereby reducing the risk of ETEC infections. Through its research and development efforts, GlyProVac seeks to contribute to public health by addressing a significant cause of gastrointestinal disease, particularly in vulnerable populations.
Visby Medical
Grant in 2024
Visby Medical, Inc. is a diagnostics company based in San Jose, California, specializing in the development of polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based diagnostic tests for infectious diseases. Founded in 2008 and formerly known as Click Diagnostics Inc., the company creates single-use, handheld testing kits that provide instrument-free results for various conditions, including COVID-19 and sexually transmitted infections. Visby Medical aims to redefine illness testing and treatment through a human-centric approach, focusing on accuracy and user experience. In addition to its diagnostic products, the company offers a mobile health care platform that encompasses health information, risk assessment, electronic medical records, and remote medical advice services, catering to governments, NGOs, and private health providers.
Intravacc
Grant in 2024
Intravacc is a research and development organization with over 100 years of experience in vaccinology. The company specializes in the independent development of vaccines, taking them from initial concepts through to clinical phase I and II studies. Intravacc has a diverse product pipeline and holds various patents, reflecting its commitment to innovation in vaccine technology. Among its projects, the organization is developing vaccines to prevent infections caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, aiming to assist healthcare practitioners in treating patients effectively. Intravacc offers comprehensive solutions to optimize vaccine processes and technologies, facilitating the transition from discovery to late-stage clinical studies.
Doherty Institute
Grant in 2023
The Doherty Institute is a prominent research and education facility dedicated to advancing global health through the study and management of infectious diseases. It focuses on discovery research aimed at the prevention, treatment, and cure of these diseases. The institute offers a range of educational programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate courses, as well as professional development opportunities, aligning with its research themes in immunology, viral infectious diseases, host-pathogen interactions, antimicrobial resistance, public health, epidemiology, and genomics. By integrating research and clinical services, the Doherty Institute plays a crucial role in developing innovative strategies to combat infectious diseases and improve health outcomes worldwide.
GangaGen
Grant in 2023
GangaGen, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Palo Alto, California, with research and development operations in Bangalore, India. Founded in 2000, the company specializes in discovering and developing novel therapeutic proteins aimed at treating infectious diseases, particularly those caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Its lead product, StaphTAME, is a recombinant protein designed for the topical prevention and treatment of staphylococcal infections, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). GangaGen employs a proprietary platform to create highly specific therapeutic proteins known as ectolysins, which target clinically significant bacterial strains, offering innovative solutions for serious infections such as pneumonia and neonatal sepsis caused by multidrug-resistant organisms.
Day Zero Diagnostics
Grant in 2022
Day Zero Diagnostics Inc. is an infectious disease diagnostics company focused on developing rapid, sequencing-based diagnostics that identify bacterial pathogens and their antibiotic resistance profiles. The company employs advanced technologies such as Blood2Bac, which enhances bacterial DNA recovery from clinical samples, and BacDetect, designed for the swift detection of bacterial DNA. Its Keynome ID algorithm classifies bacterial species, while Keynome g-AST utilizes machine learning for genomic antibiotic susceptibility testing. Additionally, Day Zero maintains MicrohmDB, a comprehensive database that integrates whole genome sequencing data with resistance and susceptibility profiles of clinically relevant pathogens. Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Day Zero aims to transform infectious disease diagnostics by providing complete diagnoses—including species identification and antibiotic resistance—within hours, significantly improving treatment outcomes and reducing costs associated with prolonged diagnostic processes.
Clarametyx Biosciences
Grant in 2022
Clarametyx Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Columbus, Ohio, focused on developing targeted and immune-enabling biologic therapies to address persistent infections linked to biofilms. Founded in 2020, the company utilizes a novel technology platform designed to penetrate the protective layers surrounding bacteria, facilitating immune responses and enhancing the effectiveness of antibiotic interventions. Among its key developments is CMTX-001, a humanized monoclonal antibody currently in preclinical stages aimed at treating hospital-acquired pneumonia. Clarametyx's innovative approach seeks to combat life-threatening infections while addressing the growing concerns of antibiotic resistance.
Vaxcyte
Grant in 2021
Vaxcyte, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative vaccines to prevent and treat infectious diseases globally. The company’s lead candidate, VAX-24, is a 24-valent investigational pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. Additionally, Vaxcyte is advancing VAX-XP, which targets emerging strains that contribute to invasive pneumococcal disease and antibiotic resistance. Other notable candidates include VAX-A1, designed to protect against Group A Streptococcus infections, and VAX-PG, a therapeutic vaccine aimed at treating periodontal disease caused by Porphyromonas gingivalis. Vaxcyte utilizes a proprietary cell-free protein synthesis platform that enables the creation of protein carriers and antigens, enhancing vaccine development beyond conventional methods. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Foster City, California, the company was previously known as SutroVax, Inc. before rebranding in May 2020.
Accelerate Diagnostics
Grant in 2021
Accelerate Diagnostics, Inc. is an in vitro diagnostics company based in Tucson, Arizona, focused on addressing serious infections and the challenge of drug-resistant organisms. Established in 1982, the company specializes in the rapid identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing of infectious pathogens through its innovative Accelerate Pheno system. This platform is designed to analyze samples for both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms, as well as yeast, delivering results significantly faster than traditional methods. By utilizing a proprietary culture-free process that combines genomic and phenotypic detection technologies, the system can provide results from a positive blood culture sample in approximately five hours. Accelerate Diagnostics primarily serves markets in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, aiming to improve patient outcomes by facilitating timely and accurate diagnosis of healthcare-associated infections.
BioVersys
Grant in 2021
BioVersys AG is a biopharmaceutical company based in Basel that specializes in the research and development of innovative drugs aimed at overcoming drug resistance in bacterial pathogens. The company is dedicated to addressing the pressing global health challenge of multidrug-resistant bacterial infections by restoring the effectiveness of existing antibiotics. BioVersys utilizes its proprietary TRIC (Transcriptional Regulator Inhibitory Compounds) technology platform to discover new therapies that inhibit bacterial resistance mechanisms. This approach not only targets novel bacterial pathways but also provides healthcare professionals with new treatment options for patients suffering from life-threatening infections caused by resistant bacterial strains.
Snipr Biome
Grant in 2021
Snipr Biome ApS is a biotechnology company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, focusing on the development of CRISPR technology for the treatment of microbial diseases. Established in 2017, the company aims to revolutionize how such diseases are addressed by leveraging the adaptive immune system to create medicines that selectively target and eliminate harmful bacteria based on their specific DNA sequences. By utilizing a novel approach that subverts elements of the endogenous bacterial CRISPR machinery, Snipr Biome provides health professionals with innovative tools for targeted microbiome engineering, enhancing the precision and effectiveness of treatments for bacterial infections.
Basilea Pharmaceutica
Grant in 2021
Basilea Pharmaceutica AG is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, that focuses on developing innovative therapeutic products in the fields of oncology and anti-infectives. The company offers isavuconazole, marketed under the brand name Cresemba, an antifungal drug used to treat invasive aspergillosis and mucormycosis. Additionally, Basilea provides ceftobiprole, an intravenous antibiotic for community and hospital-acquired pneumonia, which is also undergoing Phase III clinical trials for other serious bacterial infections. The company is actively developing several candidates, including Derazantinib, for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, and BAL101553 and BAL3833, which target various tumor types and cancer pathways. Through its integrated research and commercial operations, Basilea aims to address the growing challenges of antibiotic resistance and the limitations of current treatment options.
Summit Therapeutics
Grant in 2021
Summit Therapeutics Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel antibiotics aimed at treating serious infectious diseases. The company focuses on addressing Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) with its lead product candidate, ridinilazole, which is currently undergoing Phase III clinical trials. Additionally, Summit is developing the DDS-01 series to combat infections caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae and the DDS-04 series targeting Enterobacteriaceae. With operations in the United States and Europe, Summit Therapeutics aims to establish new standards of care for patients while creating value for payors and healthcare providers. Founded in 2003, the company is committed to advancing innovative treatments for infectious diseases.
GenomeKey
Grant in 2021
GenomeKey is an early-phase company focused on advancing healthcare through innovative genomic technology and artificial intelligence. It has developed a diagnostic platform that utilizes DNA sequencing and machine learning to rapidly identify bacterial presence, species, and antimicrobial resistance, reducing diagnostic time from days to hours. This automated, lightweight, and scalable system integrates seamlessly into existing hospital ecosystems, allowing microbiologists to effectively interpret the data and gain insights into microbial resistance by identifying new genomic regions. Through its cutting-edge approach, GenomeKey addresses critical challenges in healthcare diagnostics.
Baebies
Grant in 2021
Baebies, Inc. is a company based in Durham, North Carolina, that specializes in manufacturing screening and pediatric testing equipment for newborns. Founded in 2014 by Richard West and Vamsee Pamula, Baebies developed its newborn screening platform, SEEKER, which is FDA authorized and CE marked. SEEKER enables the simultaneous performance of multiple assays to quantitatively measure the activity of lysosomal enzymes from a single dried blood spot specimen. Additionally, the company produces the FINDER near-patient testing equipment, which also holds CE marking, and the FINDER 1.5 platform, which includes a SARS-CoV-2 test with emergency use notification from the FDA. Baebies utilizes digital microfluidics technology, allowing for efficient diagnostics from low-volume samples, and aims to enhance early disease detection for both children and adults. The company serves hospitals and public health labs, focusing on improving newborn health outcomes and providing innovative diagnostic solutions.
Jenner Institute
Grant in 2021
The Jenner Institute was founded in November 2005 to develop innovative vaccines against major global diseases. Uniquely it focuses both on diseases of humans and livestock and tests new vaccine approaches in parallel in different species. A major theme is translational research involving the rapid early-stage development and assessment of new vaccines in clinical trials. The Institute comprises the research activities of over 30 Jenner Investigators who head leading research groups spanning human and veterinary vaccine research and development. Together the Institute Investigators comprise one of the largest non-profit sector research and development activities in vaccinology. Jenner Institute Investigators, through the support of many funders, are developing new vaccine candidates against major global infectious diseases. New vaccines against malaria, tuberculosis and HIV are currently in field trials in the developing world. Research is also underway on livestock vaccines against foot and mouth disease, avian influenza, bovine tuberculosis and other major causes of economic loss.
Affinivax
Grant in 2021
Affinivax, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Lexington, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative vaccines using its proprietary Multiple Antigen Presenting System (MAPS) technology. This approach allows for the combination of protective polysaccharides and proteins into a single vaccine, thereby enhancing immune responses against a variety of infectious diseases affecting both children and adults. Affinivax targets several significant pathogens, including Streptococcus pneumoniae, bacterial nosocomial infections, Salmonella typhi, and Staphylococcus aureus. The company aims to create vaccines that not only provide broader disease coverage compared to existing options but also address infectious diseases lacking effective immunization strategies. Founded in 2014, Affinivax benefits from the expertise of leading professionals in infectious diseases and vaccines, and it has received backing from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, along with an exclusive license from Boston Children’s Hospital for its MAPS technology.
GlaxoSmithKline
Grant in 2021
GlaxoSmithKline is a global healthcare company based in the United Kingdom, dedicated to improving health outcomes by providing innovative and high-quality healthcare products. The company operates through three main divisions: Pharmaceuticals, Vaccines, and Consumer Healthcare. Its Pharmaceuticals unit features a diverse range of innovative and established medicines, with a strong focus on respiratory diseases and HIV. The research and development efforts emphasize immunology, genetics, and advanced technologies. GSK's Vaccines division is notable for its extensive portfolio and innovative pipeline, delivering over two million vaccine doses daily to populations in over 160 countries. The Consumer Healthcare segment focuses on developing and marketing a variety of well-regarded brands in categories such as pain relief, respiratory health, oral health, digestive health, nutrition, and skin health. Through its commitment to scientific advancement and public health, GlaxoSmithKline seeks to enable people to lead healthier lives.
Lumen Bioscience
Grant in 2021
Lumen Bioscience, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on developing therapeutic biologics for oral delivery. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes Spirulina, a blue-green algae, as a platform for the industrial-scale production of high-value molecules. Lumen Bioscience aims to create biologic drugs more efficiently than traditional methods, offering potential advancements in speed, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. The company serves various industries, including food, cosmetics, and healthcare, and is engaged in areas such as synthetic biology, protein design, immunology, bioreactor engineering, and cell physiology. By addressing prevalent diseases that currently lack effective treatments, Lumen Bioscience seeks to provide clinicians with innovative therapeutic options.
Spexis
Grant in 2020
Spexis AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Allschwil, Switzerland, specializing in the discovery and development of macrocycle drugs and antibiotics to address severe or life-threatening diseases. Founded in 1996, the company focuses on addressing high unmet medical needs, particularly in the areas of antibiotic resistance and respiratory diseases. Spexis's lead product, murepavadin, is currently in Phase III development targeting Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a pathogen identified as a critical priority by the World Health Organization. The company's operations are centered on research, development, and the prospective commercialization of innovative therapeutics in the respiratory domain.
Vaxcyte
Grant in 2020
Vaxcyte, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative vaccines to prevent and treat infectious diseases globally. The company’s lead candidate, VAX-24, is a 24-valent investigational pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. Additionally, Vaxcyte is advancing VAX-XP, which targets emerging strains that contribute to invasive pneumococcal disease and antibiotic resistance. Other notable candidates include VAX-A1, designed to protect against Group A Streptococcus infections, and VAX-PG, a therapeutic vaccine aimed at treating periodontal disease caused by Porphyromonas gingivalis. Vaxcyte utilizes a proprietary cell-free protein synthesis platform that enables the creation of protein carriers and antigens, enhancing vaccine development beyond conventional methods. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Foster City, California, the company was previously known as SutroVax, Inc. before rebranding in May 2020.
Clarametyx Biosciences
Grant in 2020
Clarametyx Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Columbus, Ohio, focused on developing targeted and immune-enabling biologic therapies to address persistent infections linked to biofilms. Founded in 2020, the company utilizes a novel technology platform designed to penetrate the protective layers surrounding bacteria, facilitating immune responses and enhancing the effectiveness of antibiotic interventions. Among its key developments is CMTX-001, a humanized monoclonal antibody currently in preclinical stages aimed at treating hospital-acquired pneumonia. Clarametyx's innovative approach seeks to combat life-threatening infections while addressing the growing concerns of antibiotic resistance.
Cellics Therapeutics
Grant in 2020
Cellics Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2014. The company specializes in developing innovative biomimetic nanomedicines aimed at addressing serious diseases with significant unmet medical needs. Its primary focus includes autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, as well as challenging infectious diseases. Cellics is advancing its lead product candidate, CTI-005, which is intended for the treatment of bacterial pneumonia and is on track for human clinical trials. In addition to its therapeutic efforts, the company is also engaged in creating best-in-class vaccines for various diseases. Through its proprietary nanosponge technology, Cellics aims to enhance treatment options for conditions caused by virulent factors and animal venoms, ultimately striving to improve patient health and outcomes.
Spexis
Grant in 2020
Spexis AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Allschwil, Switzerland, specializing in the discovery and development of macrocycle drugs and antibiotics to address severe or life-threatening diseases. Founded in 1996, the company focuses on addressing high unmet medical needs, particularly in the areas of antibiotic resistance and respiratory diseases. Spexis's lead product, murepavadin, is currently in Phase III development targeting Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a pathogen identified as a critical priority by the World Health Organization. The company's operations are centered on research, development, and the prospective commercialization of innovative therapeutics in the respiratory domain.
GangaGen
Grant in 2020
GangaGen, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Palo Alto, California, with research and development operations in Bangalore, India. Founded in 2000, the company specializes in discovering and developing novel therapeutic proteins aimed at treating infectious diseases, particularly those caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Its lead product, StaphTAME, is a recombinant protein designed for the topical prevention and treatment of staphylococcal infections, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). GangaGen employs a proprietary platform to create highly specific therapeutic proteins known as ectolysins, which target clinically significant bacterial strains, offering innovative solutions for serious infections such as pneumonia and neonatal sepsis caused by multidrug-resistant organisms.
GlaxoSmithKline
Grant in 2020
GlaxoSmithKline is a global healthcare company based in the United Kingdom, dedicated to improving health outcomes by providing innovative and high-quality healthcare products. The company operates through three main divisions: Pharmaceuticals, Vaccines, and Consumer Healthcare. Its Pharmaceuticals unit features a diverse range of innovative and established medicines, with a strong focus on respiratory diseases and HIV. The research and development efforts emphasize immunology, genetics, and advanced technologies. GSK's Vaccines division is notable for its extensive portfolio and innovative pipeline, delivering over two million vaccine doses daily to populations in over 160 countries. The Consumer Healthcare segment focuses on developing and marketing a variety of well-regarded brands in categories such as pain relief, respiratory health, oral health, digestive health, nutrition, and skin health. Through its commitment to scientific advancement and public health, GlaxoSmithKline seeks to enable people to lead healthier lives.
MicuRx Pharmaceuticals
Grant in 2020
MicuRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing antibiotics to address drug-resistant bacterial infections. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company has established a hybrid business model that leverages U.S. research and development alongside cost-effective scientific resources in China. MicuRx's product lineup includes MRX-I, an oral antibiotic targeting multi-drug resistant gram-positive pathogens, and its intravenous prodrug form, MRX-IV. Additionally, the company offers MRX-V, an injectable antibiotic for gram-negative bacteria, and MRX-VIII, a polymyxin for gram-negative infections. The company is also working on a pipeline of antibacterial drugs aimed at combating both gram-positive and gram-negative bacterial pathogens. MicuRx's subsidiary, Shanghai MicuRx, is responsible for commercializing its agents in China while global clinical studies continue.
Evotec
Grant in 2020
Evotec is a drug discovery partnership firm that collaborates with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academic institutions, and nonprofit organizations to advance innovative therapeutic solutions. The company specializes in a range of therapeutic areas, including central nervous system disorders, diabetes, inflammation, oncology, infectious diseases, and women's health. Approximately 80% of its revenue comes from shared research and development services, which involve fee-for-service work and integrated drug discovery collaborations utilizing proprietary assets. The remaining 20% of sales derive from its Just-Evotec Biologics segment, which provides contract development and manufacturing organization services for biologics. Evotec's approach emphasizes collaboration with various stakeholders, including patient advocacy groups and venture capitalists, to enhance drug discovery and development processes.
Vaxdyn
Grant in 2020
Vaxdyn specializes in the development of vaccines and immunotherapies aimed at preventing infectious diseases, particularly those caused by antibiotic-resistant pathogens. The company employs innovative technologies, including antigens, immunomodulators, nanoparticles, and monoclonal antibodies, to create effective vaccines that help mitigate the impact of these drug-resistant infections on public health. Vaxdyn addresses customer inquiries through various channels, including phone, email, and online applications, ensuring accessible communication regarding their offerings.
Eligo Bioscience
Grant in 2020
Eligo Bioscience S.A.S is a biotechnology company based in Paris, France, that specializes in the development of Eligobiotics, a new class of antimicrobials designed to target specific bacteria based on their genetic makeup. Founded in 2014, the company utilizes a combination of CRISPR/Cas technology and engineered phage capsids to create antibiotics capable of addressing microbiome-related diseases and combating resistant pathogens. These programmed antimicrobials aim to eradicate virulent bacteria within the human microbiome, facilitating the creation of advanced therapeutics for conditions caused by superbugs. Eligo Bioscience's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of microbiome precision therapies and next-generation antibiotic solutions.
Day Zero Diagnostics
Grant in 2020
Day Zero Diagnostics Inc. is an infectious disease diagnostics company focused on developing rapid, sequencing-based diagnostics that identify bacterial pathogens and their antibiotic resistance profiles. The company employs advanced technologies such as Blood2Bac, which enhances bacterial DNA recovery from clinical samples, and BacDetect, designed for the swift detection of bacterial DNA. Its Keynome ID algorithm classifies bacterial species, while Keynome g-AST utilizes machine learning for genomic antibiotic susceptibility testing. Additionally, Day Zero maintains MicrohmDB, a comprehensive database that integrates whole genome sequencing data with resistance and susceptibility profiles of clinically relevant pathogens. Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Day Zero aims to transform infectious disease diagnostics by providing complete diagnoses—including species identification and antibiotic resistance—within hours, significantly improving treatment outcomes and reducing costs associated with prolonged diagnostic processes.
Module Innovations
Grant in 2020
Module Innovations is a healthcare solutions provider focused on enhancing disease management for infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance. The company has developed a portable and affordable point-of-care diagnostic platform that offers rapid, real-time information to improve clinical outcomes. Its initial products specifically target pathogens responsible for urinary tract infections (UTIs), such as E. coli, Klebsiella, Pseudomonas, and Enterococci, enabling quick pathogen identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing. Utilizing patented SDSAN technology, Module Innovations delivers UTI identification results in just 15 minutes and antibiotic susceptibility information within two hours. This innovative approach aims to facilitate informed decision-making for clinicians and provide faster outcomes for patients, making it a valuable tool in both clinical and home testing environments.
Pattern Bioscience
Grant in 2020
Pattern Bioscience, operating as Klaris Diagnostics, is a clinical diagnostics company focused on addressing antibiotic resistance. Founded in 2014 and based in Austin, Texas, the company has developed a next-generation clinical microbiology platform utilizing patented phenotypic single-cell technology. This innovative platform, known as Digital Culture technology, facilitates rapid pathogen identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing, providing results within hours rather than days. By integrating single-cell analysis with artificial intelligence pattern recognition, Pattern Bioscience bypasses traditional culture steps, leading to a more comprehensive and reliable diagnosis that encompasses all potential resistance mechanisms. This approach aims to enhance diagnostic accuracy and speed, significantly improving patient care in the face of growing concerns about antibiotic resistance.
Centauri Therapeutics
Grant in 2020
Centauri Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of innovative immunotherapeutics aimed at addressing life-threatening diseases. Utilizing its proprietary Alphamer technology, Centauri creates chemically synthesized molecules that redirect naturally occurring antibodies to specific pathogens, enhancing the body's immune response. The company's dual-action approach involves directly targeting cell surface antigens while employing a glycan effector domain to stimulate a robust polyclonal immune response. This mechanism promotes cell death via enhanced complement fixation, antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity, and phagocytosis by myeloid cells. Centauri has demonstrated strong pre-clinical results, showcasing significant improvements in complement fixation and opsonophagocytosis for both anti-bacterial and oncology therapeutics, as well as in vivo proof-of-concept data across various infection models.
Antabio
Grant in 2020
Antabio is a private biopharmaceutical company based in Labege, France, focused on developing novel treatments for drug-resistant infections, particularly targeting critical priority pathogens. Founded in 2009, the company specializes in creating antibacterial resistance-breakers that can restore the efficacy of existing antibiotics. Its key innovation includes inhibitors of bacterial metalloenzymes, specifically Metallo ß-lactamases (MBLs), which are designed to be used in combination with carbapenems to address significant treatment gaps in drug-resistant nosocomial infections. Antabio aims to provide health professionals with effective medicinal products to combat life-threatening respiratory infections, including carbapenem-resistant pneumonia and chronic pulmonary diseases. The company has received recognition for its research efforts, including a Wellcome Trust Seeding Drug Discovery Award.
Vedanta Biosciences
Grant in 2019
Vedanta Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage microbiome company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies for immune-mediated and infectious diseases using human microbiome-derived bacteria. Established in 2010, the company utilizes microbial ecology and mucosal immunology to create innovative immunotherapies. Its platform includes a comprehensive library of bacteria sourced from the human microbiome, proprietary assays for selecting effective bacterial strains, and extensive datasets from human interventional studies. Vedanta also possesses cGMP-compliant manufacturing capabilities, allowing for the production of defined bacterial consortia in powder form. This enables the development of oral therapies aimed at treating autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, providing physicians with effective access to live bacterial drugs. Vedanta operates as a subsidiary of Pure Tech Health plc.
BioVersys
Grant in 2019
BioVersys AG is a biopharmaceutical company based in Basel that specializes in the research and development of innovative drugs aimed at overcoming drug resistance in bacterial pathogens. The company is dedicated to addressing the pressing global health challenge of multidrug-resistant bacterial infections by restoring the effectiveness of existing antibiotics. BioVersys utilizes its proprietary TRIC (Transcriptional Regulator Inhibitory Compounds) technology platform to discover new therapies that inhibit bacterial resistance mechanisms. This approach not only targets novel bacterial pathways but also provides healthcare professionals with new treatment options for patients suffering from life-threatening infections caused by resistant bacterial strains.
Integrated BioTherapeutics
Grant in 2019
Integrated BioTherapeutics is a biotechnology company that focuses on discovering novel vaccines and therapeutics for emerging infectious diseases. Its antiviral pipeline includes unique pan-filovirus antibody candidates, vaccines, and a variety of other product candidates for emerging viruses.
Vaxcyte
Grant in 2019
Vaxcyte, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative vaccines to prevent and treat infectious diseases globally. The company’s lead candidate, VAX-24, is a 24-valent investigational pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. Additionally, Vaxcyte is advancing VAX-XP, which targets emerging strains that contribute to invasive pneumococcal disease and antibiotic resistance. Other notable candidates include VAX-A1, designed to protect against Group A Streptococcus infections, and VAX-PG, a therapeutic vaccine aimed at treating periodontal disease caused by Porphyromonas gingivalis. Vaxcyte utilizes a proprietary cell-free protein synthesis platform that enables the creation of protein carriers and antigens, enhancing vaccine development beyond conventional methods. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Foster City, California, the company was previously known as SutroVax, Inc. before rebranding in May 2020.
Idorsia Pharmaceuticals
Grant in 2019
Idorsia Ltd is a biopharmaceutical company based in Allschwil, Switzerland, that specializes in discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative medicines to address unmet medical needs. Founded in 2017, Idorsia focuses on various therapeutic areas, including central nervous system disorders, cardiovascular conditions, immunological issues, and orphan diseases. The company's clinical pipeline features treatments for conditions such as resistant hypertension, lupus, insomnia, cerebral vasospasm, and Fabry disease. Idorsia collaborates with several partners, including Janssen Biotech Inc. for the development of aprocitentan, ReveraGen for vamorolone in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and Hoffman-La Roche for cancer immunotherapy compounds. Additionally, it works with Antares Pharma on a self-administered drug device for Selatogrel and with Neurocrine Biosciences on ACT-709478, currently in Phase 1 trials for epilepsy. With its strong scientific foundation, Idorsia aims to expand the horizon of therapeutic options available to patients.
Spexis
Grant in 2019
Spexis AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Allschwil, Switzerland, specializing in the discovery and development of macrocycle drugs and antibiotics to address severe or life-threatening diseases. Founded in 1996, the company focuses on addressing high unmet medical needs, particularly in the areas of antibiotic resistance and respiratory diseases. Spexis's lead product, murepavadin, is currently in Phase III development targeting Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a pathogen identified as a critical priority by the World Health Organization. The company's operations are centered on research, development, and the prospective commercialization of innovative therapeutics in the respiratory domain.
Summit Therapeutics
Grant in 2018
Summit Therapeutics Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel antibiotics aimed at treating serious infectious diseases. The company focuses on addressing Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) with its lead product candidate, ridinilazole, which is currently undergoing Phase III clinical trials. Additionally, Summit is developing the DDS-01 series to combat infections caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae and the DDS-04 series targeting Enterobacteriaceae. With operations in the United States and Europe, Summit Therapeutics aims to establish new standards of care for patients while creating value for payors and healthcare providers. Founded in 2003, the company is committed to advancing innovative treatments for infectious diseases.
Talis Biomedical
Grant in 2018
Talis Biomedical Corporation is focused on transforming diagnostic testing through the development and commercialization of innovative products aimed at enabling accurate, low-cost, and rapid molecular testing for infectious diseases at the point of care. Founded in 2010 and based in Menlo Park, California, with an additional office in Chicago, Talis is advancing its Talis One platform, a compact, sample-to-answer, cloud-enabled molecular diagnostic system. This platform is designed to facilitate point-of-care testing for various infectious diseases, including COVID-19, thereby improving accessibility and efficiency in healthcare settings such as senior care facilities and laboratories.
Melinta Therapeutics
Grant in 2018
Melinta Therapeutics, Inc. is a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company based in Morristown, New Jersey, specializing in the discovery, development, and commercialization of anti-infective therapies for bacterial infections in North America. The company offers a range of antibiotics, including Baxdela, Vabomere, Orbactiv, and Minocin, targeting various serious bacterial infections such as acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSIs) and gram-negative infections. Melinta is actively advancing its investigational antibiotic, delafloxacin, which is currently in Phase 3 development for ABSSSIs. Additionally, the company is engaged in research to develop new classes of antibiotics aimed at combating drug-resistant pathogens, particularly the ESKAPE group responsible for many hospital-acquired infections. Through its innovative approaches, Melinta Therapeutics addresses the urgent need for new therapies against drug-resistant infections, a critical public health challenge today.
Achaogen
Grant in 2018
Achaogen, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing antibacterial agents to combat multi-drug resistant (MDR) gram-negative infections. The company's primary product, plazomicin, is designed to treat serious bacterial infections caused by MDR enterobacteriaceae, particularly carbapenem-resistant strains. Additionally, Achaogen is working on C-Scape, an orally-administered combination therapy targeting infections due to expanded spectrum beta-lactamases producing enterobacteriaceae. Achaogen has established several collaboration agreements, including partnerships with Thermo Fisher Scientific for assay development, and Ionis Pharmaceuticals for the advancement of aminoglycoside antibacterial compounds. The company generates revenue primarily through government contracts for research and development. Founded in 2002 and based in South San Francisco, California, Achaogen filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in April 2019, transitioning to a liquidation plan in May 2020.
Idorsia Pharmaceuticals
Grant in 2018
Idorsia Ltd is a biopharmaceutical company based in Allschwil, Switzerland, that specializes in discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative medicines to address unmet medical needs. Founded in 2017, Idorsia focuses on various therapeutic areas, including central nervous system disorders, cardiovascular conditions, immunological issues, and orphan diseases. The company's clinical pipeline features treatments for conditions such as resistant hypertension, lupus, insomnia, cerebral vasospasm, and Fabry disease. Idorsia collaborates with several partners, including Janssen Biotech Inc. for the development of aprocitentan, ReveraGen for vamorolone in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and Hoffman-La Roche for cancer immunotherapy compounds. Additionally, it works with Antares Pharma on a self-administered drug device for Selatogrel and with Neurocrine Biosciences on ACT-709478, currently in Phase 1 trials for epilepsy. With its strong scientific foundation, Idorsia aims to expand the horizon of therapeutic options available to patients.
T2 Biosystems
Grant in 2018
T2 Biosystems, Inc. is an in vitro diagnostics company focused on developing advanced diagnostic products for detecting pathogens and biomarkers. Utilizing its proprietary T2 Magnetic Resonance technology, the company offers rapid and accurate testing for various medical conditions directly from unpurified patient samples, including whole blood, plasma, and urine. Key products include the T2Dx Instrument for diagnosing sepsis and Lyme disease, the T2Candida Panel for identifying Candida species, and the T2Bacteria Panel for detecting bacterial pathogens linked to sepsis. Additionally, T2 Biosystems provides the T2Resistance Panel for identifying antibiotic resistance markers and is developing other diagnostic panels for multi-drug resistant pathogens and Lyme disease strains. The company collaborates with organizations like Canon U.S. Life Sciences and Allergan Sales to enhance its testing capabilities. Founded in 2006 and based in Lexington, Massachusetts, T2 Biosystems aims to improve patient care and reduce healthcare costs through its innovative diagnostic solutions.
MicuRx Pharmaceuticals
Grant in 2018
MicuRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing antibiotics to address drug-resistant bacterial infections. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, the company has established a hybrid business model that leverages U.S. research and development alongside cost-effective scientific resources in China. MicuRx's product lineup includes MRX-I, an oral antibiotic targeting multi-drug resistant gram-positive pathogens, and its intravenous prodrug form, MRX-IV. Additionally, the company offers MRX-V, an injectable antibiotic for gram-negative bacteria, and MRX-VIII, a polymyxin for gram-negative infections. The company is also working on a pipeline of antibacterial drugs aimed at combating both gram-positive and gram-negative bacterial pathogens. MicuRx's subsidiary, Shanghai MicuRx, is responsible for commercializing its agents in China while global clinical studies continue.
Zikani Therapeutics
Grant in 2018
Zikani Therapeutics, Inc. is focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for patients facing limited treatment options. The company utilizes its TURBO-ZM platform to create novel ribosome modulating agents (RMAs) aimed at addressing a variety of conditions, including cystic fibrosis, familial adenomatous polyposis, APC mutant colon cancer, recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, rare cancers, and other rare genetic diseases. Additionally, Zikani is developing antibiotic compounds that target serious, multi-drug resistant gram-negative infections, an area where existing treatments are often inadequate. Founded in 2014 and initially known as Macrolide Pharmaceuticals, the company is headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts. Through its advancements in synthetic chemistry and microbiology, Zikani Therapeutics seeks to enhance patient recovery and improve outcomes in challenging medical scenarios.
Specific Diagnostics
Grant in 2018
Specific Diagnostics, LLC is a medical device company based in West Palm Beach, Florida, founded in 2011. The company specializes in developing solutions for the detection, identification, and antibiotic susceptibility testing of pathogens. Its flagship product, the Specific Reveal system, utilizes patented technology that incorporates a low-cost small molecule sensor. This system is designed to streamline workflows in clinical settings and accelerate the time required to obtain diagnostic results, ultimately enhancing patient care by providing timely and specific treatment options.
Inhibrx
Grant in 2017
Inhibrx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in La Jolla, California, dedicated to developing a diverse pipeline of novel biologic therapeutic candidates. The company employs advanced protein engineering techniques, including its proprietary sdAb platform, to target complex disease biology, with a focus on oncology, orphan diseases, and infectious diseases. Inhibrx's lead candidates include INBRX-109, a multivalent agonist in Phase 1 trials for solid tumors; INBRX-105, an antagonist of PD-L1 also in Phase 1 trials; INBRX-101, an Fc-fusion protein for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency; and INBRX-103, a monoclonal antibody targeting CD47. Additionally, the company is developing preclinical programs such as INBRX-106, an agonist of OX40, and INBRX-111, an antibody targeting Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Inhibrx has established collaborations with organizations like Celgene and Bluebird Bio and has received funding from various granting agencies, including the NIH and CARB-X.
Vedanta Biosciences
Grant in 2017
Vedanta Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage microbiome company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies for immune-mediated and infectious diseases using human microbiome-derived bacteria. Established in 2010, the company utilizes microbial ecology and mucosal immunology to create innovative immunotherapies. Its platform includes a comprehensive library of bacteria sourced from the human microbiome, proprietary assays for selecting effective bacterial strains, and extensive datasets from human interventional studies. Vedanta also possesses cGMP-compliant manufacturing capabilities, allowing for the production of defined bacterial consortia in powder form. This enables the development of oral therapies aimed at treating autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, providing physicians with effective access to live bacterial drugs. Vedanta operates as a subsidiary of Pure Tech Health plc.
Integrated BioTherapeutics
Grant in 2017
Integrated BioTherapeutics is a biotechnology company that focuses on discovering novel vaccines and therapeutics for emerging infectious diseases. Its antiviral pipeline includes unique pan-filovirus antibody candidates, vaccines, and a variety of other product candidates for emerging viruses.
Entasis Therapeutics
Grant in 2017
Entasis Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts. It focuses on developing novel antibacterial products to treat serious infections caused by multi-drug resistant Gram-negative bacteria. The company's pipeline includes Sulbactam-durlobactam (SUL-DUR) for Acinetobacter infections, Zoliflodacin for gonorrhea, ETX0282CPDP for urinary tract infections, and ETX0462 for multidrug-resistant Gram-negative infections. Entasis has collaboration agreements with Zai Lab for the development of SUL-DUR.
Seres Therapeutics
Grant in 2017
Seres Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotherapeutic company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing ecobiotic microbiome therapeutics aimed at restoring health by correcting dysbiosis in the microbiome. The company is advancing several product candidates, with its lead therapy, SER-109, currently in Phase III clinical trials to prevent recurrence of Clostridium difficile infection (CDI). Additional candidates in development include SER-287 for ulcerative colitis, SER-401 for use with checkpoint inhibitors in metastatic melanoma, and SER-301 for inflammatory bowel disease. The company is also working on SER-262 to address initial CDI recurrences and SER-155 to support patients after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplants. Seres Therapeutics has established collaboration agreements with organizations such as Nestec Ltd. and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, as well as partnerships with AstraZeneca. Founded in 2010, the company has evolved from its original name, Seres Health, Inc., reflecting its focus on microbiome-based therapeutic solutions.
EligoChem
Grant in 2017
EligoChem Ltd specializes in the design and development of amphiphilic compound libraries aimed at enhancing drug discovery processes. Founded in 2012 and located in Sandwich, United Kingdom, the company offers a range of services, including the provision of drug-like compounds for screening and support in medicinal and computational chemistry for lead optimization. EligoChem has developed proprietary technology that enables the creation of highly water-soluble drugs, which are better absorbed by the human body. This technology is particularly advantageous for antibiotic drug discovery, as it addresses the challenge of sourcing compounds with desirable solubility characteristics. By focusing on the unique properties of amphiphilic compounds, EligoChem aims to improve the efficacy of drug development and provide safer drugs by design.
Achaogen
Grant in 2017
Achaogen, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing antibacterial agents to combat multi-drug resistant (MDR) gram-negative infections. The company's primary product, plazomicin, is designed to treat serious bacterial infections caused by MDR enterobacteriaceae, particularly carbapenem-resistant strains. Additionally, Achaogen is working on C-Scape, an orally-administered combination therapy targeting infections due to expanded spectrum beta-lactamases producing enterobacteriaceae. Achaogen has established several collaboration agreements, including partnerships with Thermo Fisher Scientific for assay development, and Ionis Pharmaceuticals for the advancement of aminoglycoside antibacterial compounds. The company generates revenue primarily through government contracts for research and development. Founded in 2002 and based in South San Francisco, California, Achaogen filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in April 2019, transitioning to a liquidation plan in May 2020.
Antabio
Grant in 2017
Antabio is a private biopharmaceutical company based in Labege, France, focused on developing novel treatments for drug-resistant infections, particularly targeting critical priority pathogens. Founded in 2009, the company specializes in creating antibacterial resistance-breakers that can restore the efficacy of existing antibiotics. Its key innovation includes inhibitors of bacterial metalloenzymes, specifically Metallo ß-lactamases (MBLs), which are designed to be used in combination with carbapenems to address significant treatment gaps in drug-resistant nosocomial infections. Antabio aims to provide health professionals with effective medicinal products to combat life-threatening respiratory infections, including carbapenem-resistant pneumonia and chronic pulmonary diseases. The company has received recognition for its research efforts, including a Wellcome Trust Seeding Drug Discovery Award.
Iterum Therapeutics
Grant in 2017
Iterum Therapeutics plc is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on developing anti-infective therapies to address multi-drug resistant pathogens. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company is advancing its lead product, sulopenem, a novel penem compound available in both oral and intravenous formulations. Currently in Phase III clinical trials, sulopenem is being evaluated for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections, complicated urinary tract infections, and complicated intra-abdominal infections. Iterum aims to provide effective solutions to combat antibiotic resistance, particularly against a range of gram-negative, gram-positive, and anaerobic bacteria that are resistant to existing antibiotics. Founded in 2015, Iterum Therapeutics seeks to improve the lives of patients affected by serious and life-threatening infections globally.
Microbiotix
Grant in 2017
Microbiotix, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Worcester, Massachusetts, dedicated to the research and development of small molecule anti-infective drugs for treating infectious diseases. The company’s product pipeline includes MBX-700 and MBX-701, which are irreversible non-nucleoside inhibitors designed to combat the hepatitis C virus, as well as MBX-400, a potent nucleoside DNA polymerase inhibitor targeting human cytomegalovirus. In addition to these, Microbiotix is involved in clinical research programs aimed at discovering treatments for various infectious diseases, including filovirus, malaria, gram-negative bacterial infections, multi-drug resistant tuberculosis, and influenza. Founded in 1998, Microbiotix serves customers globally and focuses on addressing the challenges posed by multi-drug resistant pathogens.
Microbiotix
Grant in 2017
Microbiotix, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Worcester, Massachusetts, dedicated to the research and development of small molecule anti-infective drugs for treating infectious diseases. The company’s product pipeline includes MBX-700 and MBX-701, which are irreversible non-nucleoside inhibitors designed to combat the hepatitis C virus, as well as MBX-400, a potent nucleoside DNA polymerase inhibitor targeting human cytomegalovirus. In addition to these, Microbiotix is involved in clinical research programs aimed at discovering treatments for various infectious diseases, including filovirus, malaria, gram-negative bacterial infections, multi-drug resistant tuberculosis, and influenza. Founded in 1998, Microbiotix serves customers globally and focuses on addressing the challenges posed by multi-drug resistant pathogens.
Entasis Therapeutics
Grant in 2017
Entasis Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts. It focuses on developing novel antibacterial products to treat serious infections caused by multi-drug resistant Gram-negative bacteria. The company's pipeline includes Sulbactam-durlobactam (SUL-DUR) for Acinetobacter infections, Zoliflodacin for gonorrhea, ETX0282CPDP for urinary tract infections, and ETX0462 for multidrug-resistant Gram-negative infections. Entasis has collaboration agreements with Zai Lab for the development of SUL-DUR.
Redx Pharma
Grant in 2017
Redx Pharma is a UK-based biotechnology company founded in 2010, specializing in drug discovery and development for oncology and fibrotic diseases. The company focuses on creating novel small molecule drugs aimed at addressing significant unmet medical needs. Its product pipeline includes several promising candidates such as RXC004, a porcupine inhibitor in Phase I clinical development for various cancers; ROCK2, targeting diabetic nephropathy and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis; and RXC005, a reversible inhibitor of Bruton’s tyrosine kinase. Additionally, Redx Pharma collaborates with global pharmaceutical companies, including a research partnership with Jazz Pharmaceuticals to explore drug candidates targeting the Ras/Raf/MAP kinase pathway. The company operates through subsidiaries dedicated to oncology, anti-infectives, and immunology, generating revenue from scientific programs and research collaborations.
Cidara Therapeutics
Grant in 2017
Cidara Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, established in 2012. The company specializes in the discovery and development of innovative anti-infective therapies for serious diseases, particularly those that affect individuals with compromised immune systems. Its lead candidate, rezafungin acetate, is an antifungal agent designed to treat and prevent severe invasive fungal infections, such as candidemia and invasive candidiasis, which carry significant mortality risks. In addition to its antifungal efforts, Cidara is advancing its proprietary Cloudbreak platform, which focuses on developing antiviral Fc-conjugates aimed at preventing and treating various viral infections, including influenza, RSV, HIV, and coronavirus. Cidara's mission is to transform treatment and prevention strategies for life-threatening illnesses.
Spero Therapeutics
Grant in 2017
Spero Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing innovative treatments for multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacterial infections and rare diseases. Founded in 2013, the company is advancing several product candidates, including tebipenem pivoxil hydrobromide, an oral carbapenem-class antibiotic aimed at treating MDR gram-negative infections in adults. Additionally, Spero is developing SPR206, an intravenous agent for MDR gram-negative infections in hospital settings, and SPR720, an oral antibiotic targeting pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial disease. The company collaborates with various partners, including Meiji Seika Pharma to support tebipenem HBr's development and the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute for SPR720. Spero Therapeutics employs a focused approach to drug development, emphasizing novel mechanisms to address the urgent need for effective therapeutics against serious bacterial infections.
PROTEUS
Grant in 2017
PROTEUS offers bedside diagnosis and management services for lung diseases in the clinical environment. Their research includes detectors, endocams, data, fibres, raman, and smart probes. An online inquiry form is available on their website.
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