Ascertain
Series A in 2025
Ascertain is a collaborative venture between Northwell Health and Aegis Ventures, aimed at transforming healthcare through innovative company creation. This organization focuses on systematically developing, launching, and commercializing healthcare AI companies, utilizing a comprehensive platform that integrates medical, technological, data, and business resources. By addressing critical issues related to quality, equity, and cost in healthcare, Ascertain seeks to improve patient care and experience. The organization is dedicated to placing patient needs at the forefront of its business models and technology solutions, ultimately striving to enhance long-term health outcomes and advance the overall quality of care.
The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation
Post in 2025
The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation is a prominent community oncology practice in the United States, recognized for its comprehensive and integrated cancer care services. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Cerritos, California, the organization operates over 50 clinic locations across California, Arizona, and Nevada, employing more than 500 staff members, including over 80 physicians and advanced practice providers. The Oncology Institute specializes in cancer awareness, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, offering services such as chemotherapy education, lab testing, pain management, and dietary counseling. It also features in-house facilities including an infusion center, pharmacy, and support groups, as well as the Hope, Health, and Healing Center, which provides alternative and holistic treatments. Additionally, the institute conducts clinical trials and provides educational seminars, aiming to deliver evidence-based care to over 1 million patients, thereby enhancing access to specialized oncology services in community settings.
BiomX Inc. is a clinical-stage company based in Ness Ziona, Israel, focused on developing bacteriophage-based therapies aimed at treating and preventing diseases linked to microbiome imbalances. The company’s innovative approach targets harmful bacteria associated with various conditions, including skin issues and chronic diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer, and primary sclerosing cholangitis. Its lead product candidates include BX001, aimed at improving skin appearance, and BX002, a therapeutic phage for inflammatory bowel disease. Additional candidates such as BX003 and BX004 target bacteria associated with liver disorders and chronic pulmonary infections, respectively. BiomX collaborates with esteemed institutions, including the Weizmann Institute of Science and MIT, to leverage cutting-edge research in microbiome modulation. Founded in 2015, BiomX is dedicated to advancing microbiome therapeutics through its robust development pipeline.
Perceive Pharma
Series A in 2025
Perceive Pharma operates as a pharmaceutical company. Perceive Pharma develops innovative small molecule neuroprotective treatments.
Achilles Internationl
Grant in 2025
Achilles International enables people with all types of disabilities to participate in running events to promote personal achievement.
Singular Genomics
Acquisition in 2024
Singular Genomics is a life science technology company that develops innovative sequencing platforms. Its core product, the Singular Sequencing Engine, powers two integrated solutions: G4 for next-generation sequencing (NGS) markets, offering high accuracy and speed; and PX, which combines single-cell analysis, spatial analysis, genomics, and proteomics in one versatile multi-omics instrument. These products aim to empower researchers and clinicians across diverse fields such as basic biology, oncology, immunology, and more.
Pleno is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in accelerating disease diagnosis and treatment through its innovative multi-omic platform. This technology is designed for biological target detection in clinical testing and biomedical research, offering capabilities for monitoring minimal residual disease and early multi-cancer screening. Pleno's platform detects a wide range of analytical targets, including DNA, RNA, and protein biomarkers, with exceptional speed and precision. By utilizing advanced microfluidics, the company automates all aspects of sample preparation and analysis, thereby enhancing healthcare providers' access to diverse health monitoring technologies.
Intus Care
Funding Round in 2024
Intus Care, Inc. is a healthcare analytics company that specializes in connecting home care providers with patients through its innovative platform. Founded in 2018 and based in North Providence, Rhode Island, the company leverages machine learning and electronic health records to enhance the efficiency of care delivery. Its application enables provider organizations to conduct electronic visit verification and predict hospital readmissions and utilization risks. Additionally, Intus Care's platform facilitates automatic patient risk grouping and tracking, identifies patients at high risk for hospitalization, and sends alerts regarding changes in patient health status to care coordination teams. By synthesizing financial, clinical, and administrative data, Intus Care helps healthcare organizations, including PACE programs and long-term care facilities, visualize trends and implement data-driven interventions aimed at improving patient care and reducing hospitalizations for vulnerable populations.
Lomond Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2024
Lomond Therapeutics is a pharmaceutical firm that discovers and develops small molecule inhibitors that target escape variants in hematologic malignancies.
Nema Health
Series A in 2024
Nema Health is a provider of comprehensive trauma care, focusing on individuals affected by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The company has developed an online trauma healing program that delivers cognitive processing therapy through trained therapists, allowing trauma survivors to access support in a private and comfortable setting. By offering a virtual care center, Nema Health aims to facilitate long-lasting relief for those dealing with trauma, enhancing their mental health and overall well-being.
Petfolk revolutionizes veterinary care by blending in-person visits with virtual consultations, ensuring high-quality and accessible care for pets and their owners. The company's approach emphasizes compassionate veterinarians and advanced technology to bridge the communication gap between pet owners and their vets. Petfolk offers a comprehensive range of services, from scheduled on-site care to virtual visits, fostering stronger bonds between pet parents and the veterinary professionals who serve them.
Pairwise Plants
Series C in 2024
Pairwise Plants is an innovative agricultural company based in San Diego, California, focused on gene editing to enhance the quality of fruits and vegetables. Founded in 2017 by a team of experts in biotechnology and agriculture, Pairwise utilizes advanced techniques, including base editing and high-fidelity enzymes, which are licensed from renowned institutions such as Harvard and Massachusetts General Hospital. The company develops new varieties of crops, including leafy greens, berries, and stone fruits, in addition to working with traditional crops like corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, and canola. By collaborating with food and agriculture organizations, Pairwise aims to create healthier and more sustainable produce, with initial products expected to be available in the coming years.
SpectraWAVE
Series B in 2024
SpectraWAVE, Inc. is a medical device company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2017. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of optical diagnostic and therapeutic devices aimed at enhancing the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Its flagship product includes a spectroscopy catheter that assists in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. SpectraWAVE has also developed an advanced intravascular imaging technology that integrates proven imaging methodologies to improve outcomes for coronary artery disease. This technology provides interventional cardiologists with critical optical and computational insights to optimize stent interventions and identify patients and plaques at risk of adverse coronary events, ultimately aiming to improve patient treatment and outcomes in the field of cardiovascular health.
Day One Biopharmaceuticals
Post in 2024
Day One Biopharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to developing targeted cancer therapies for patients of all ages, with a particular emphasis on pediatric patients who have historically been underserved in cancer treatment advancements. The company is committed to addressing the unique needs of children and adults facing cancer by creating therapies that are informed by the biology of childhood cancers. Day One Biopharmaceuticals aims to bring promising treatments rapidly to market, focusing on those that can benefit both younger and older patients. The company's lead product candidate, DAY101, is an oral, brain-penetrant pan-RAF kinase inhibitor designed to target genetically defined cancers. By licensing and acquiring innovative products from research institutions and other biopharmaceutical companies, Day One Biopharmaceuticals seeks to provide effective treatment options for families confronted with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
Elion Therapeutics
Series B in 2024
Elion Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing innovative treatments for life-threatening systemic fungal infections. The company focuses on enhancing the efficacy of Amphotericin B, a well-known antifungal drug, while ensuring that its formulations remain non-toxic to mammalian cells. By leveraging mechanistic insights, Elion aims to optimize natural compounds to create a broad spectrum of safe and effective antifungal therapies. Through its clinical research and development services, Elion Therapeutics is committed to addressing the urgent medical needs posed by invasive fungal infections.
Mereo Biopharma
Post in 2024
Mereo Biopharma, established in London in 2015, specializes in acquiring and advancing late-stage drug candidates from larger pharmaceutical companies. These candidates, often overlooked due to resource constraints, target rare and specialized diseases with significant unmet medical needs. Mereo's strategy involves rapidly progressing these assets through clinical development, either by partnering or divesting them, or directly commercializing them, particularly in orphan disease indications. The company combines operational efficiency with financial resources, leveraging a unique partnership with a leading global CRO, ICON, to conduct comprehensive clinical studies. Mereo's focus is on transforming the lives of patients worldwide by developing innovative medicines that can significantly improve their quality of life.
R3 Vascular
Series B in 2024
R3 Vascular is a medical device company that specializes in developing and manufacturing bioresorbable vascular scaffolds for the treatment of peripheral arterial disease. The company utilizes proprietary polymer technologies to create scaffolds that effectively balance strength and flexibility. One of its key innovations is the magnitude BRS device, recognized as the thinnest bioresorbable scaffold tested in clinical settings, featuring a strut thickness of 98 microns across its usable diameter range. Additionally, R3 Vascular's products incorporate a sirolimus coating, which possesses anti-inflammatory properties, enhancing the efficacy of treatment for conditions affecting arteries below the knee.
BridgeBio Oncology Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2024
BridgeBio Oncology Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of precision oncology therapeutics. It focuses on targeting RAS-dependent cancers, leveraging a profound understanding of RAS signaling biology to create drugs that selectively inhibit RAS-driven PI3K activation and a wide spectrum of KRAS mutants. The company aims to provide patients with tailored treatments that address both active and inactive cancer-driving states.
Lumeris
Venture Round in 2024
Lumeris is a company focused on transforming accountable care delivery by providing operational support, technology, and consulting services to health systems, payers, and providers. It offers a value-based care managed services platform that enhances clinical and financial outcomes through guidance and advanced risk management capabilities. By collaborating with healthcare organizations across the country, Lumeris helps them design, build, and optimize accountable care models aimed at improving quality, reducing costs, and enhancing patient and physician satisfaction. The company's innovative solutions are designed to yield better health outcomes for patients while addressing the challenges associated with chronic diseases, ultimately supporting the overarching goals of improved quality, cost efficiency, and satisfaction in the healthcare system.
Relation Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2024
Relation Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on advancing drug discovery and development. It utilizes human genetics and clinical omics data, alongside patient-derived tissue samples, to identify and validate therapeutic programs. The company employs machine learning to explore the relationships between genes, proteins, and drugs, generating insights that have real translational validity. By combining single-cell multi-omics from patient tissues with functional assays, Relation Therapeutics aims to deepen the understanding of biological processes in human health and disease. This approach enables healthcare providers to discover and develop novel treatments, particularly in areas with unmet medical needs.
Vesta Healthcare
Venture Round in 2024
Vesta Healthcare is a technology and clinical services organization based in New York, specializing in connecting caregivers to care teams through its innovative health care platform. The company offers 24/7 telehealth support aimed at caregivers and care recipients, particularly focusing on high-need, frail senior populations. Vesta partners with home care agencies, health plans, and healthcare providers to develop value-based population health programs that prioritize clinical quality and improved health outcomes. Founded in 2008 and originally known as Hometeam Technologies, Inc., Vesta Healthcare has established itself as a leader in enhancing caregiver insights and facilitating personalized engagement in the healthcare setting.
BiomX Inc. is a clinical-stage company based in Ness Ziona, Israel, focused on developing bacteriophage-based therapies aimed at treating and preventing diseases linked to microbiome imbalances. The company’s innovative approach targets harmful bacteria associated with various conditions, including skin issues and chronic diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer, and primary sclerosing cholangitis. Its lead product candidates include BX001, aimed at improving skin appearance, and BX002, a therapeutic phage for inflammatory bowel disease. Additional candidates such as BX003 and BX004 target bacteria associated with liver disorders and chronic pulmonary infections, respectively. BiomX collaborates with esteemed institutions, including the Weizmann Institute of Science and MIT, to leverage cutting-edge research in microbiome modulation. Founded in 2015, BiomX is dedicated to advancing microbiome therapeutics through its robust development pipeline.
Frontier Medicines
Series C in 2024
Frontier Medicines Corporation, established in 2018 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, is a pre-clinical stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in cancer research. The company employs chemoproteomics to discover and develop novel medicines targeting cancer-causing proteins. Frontier Medicines' innovative platform integrates advanced computational methods and machine learning algorithms to identify and pharmacologically target new binding pockets on proteins, thereby enabling small-molecule drug discovery and development for previously inaccessible targets.
MMI S.r.l. is an Italian company that specializes in the manufacture and development of advanced micro instruments designed for surgical interventions. Founded in 2015 and based in Calci, Italy, MMI focuses on creating wristed micro instruments and their associated fabrication processes. The company also offers a proprietary robotic platform that enhances the capabilities of these instruments, facilitating complex reconstruction procedures following traumatic injuries and tumor removals in areas such as the breast, head, and bones. MMI aims to support surgeons globally by providing innovative tools that improve surgical outcomes while also reducing costs for patients and healthcare systems.
Reprieve Cardiovascular
Series A in 2024
Reprieve Cardiovascular, Inc. is a medical device company based in Milford, Massachusetts, established in 2018. The company specializes in developing innovative fluid management technologies aimed at treating congestive heart failure. Its flagship product, the Reprieve technology, offers a solution for clinicians to precisely control the fluid volume in patients suffering from acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF). This ability to manage fluid levels is essential for improving cardiac care and assisting in the decongestion process for these patients. Reprieve Cardiovascular operates as a subsidiary of CardioRenal Systems, Inc.
enGene, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in mucosal immunotherapy to address inflammatory bowel disease and diabetes. The company has developed a non-integrating biopolymer-based nucleotide delivery technology that enables the localized delivery of immune-modulating proteins to mucosal tissues, targeting conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract, lung, and bladder. This innovative platform allows for the systemic release of proteins from the gut, which can be beneficial for treating a variety of immune disorders, as well as other conditions such as diabetes, anemia, and hemophilia. Founded in 1999, enGene has formed a strategic alliance with Takeda Pharmaceutical Company to further advance its therapeutic offerings.
Cogent Biosciences
Post in 2024
Cogent Biosciences is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing precision therapies for genetically defined diseases, aiming to treat the underlying causes and improve patient lives. The company employs proprietary T-cell engineering technology alongside tumor-targeting antibodies to harness the body's immune system against cancer. One of its key programs, CGT9486, is a selective tyrosine kinase inhibitor designed to inhibit specific mutations in KIT exon 17, which are associated with Systemic Mastocytosis and advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).
Cohere Health
Series C in 2024
Cohere Health, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2019. The company specializes in developing a platform that enhances collaboration among healthcare stakeholders, including patients, providers, and payers. Cohere Health focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery by simplifying complex processes through technology. Its primary offering is an intelligent prior authorization solution that is configurable to meet the specific needs of different health plans. This solution can be implemented as a fully outsourced utilization management service, utilizing artificial intelligence, machine learning, and real-time analytics to automate the prior authorization process. By doing so, Cohere Health aims to facilitate seamless communication and guide quality care throughout the patient journey, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
Kura Oncology
Post in 2024
Kura Oncology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing targeted therapies for cancer treatment. The company’s primary product candidate, Tipifarnib, is an orally available farnesyl transferase inhibitor currently undergoing Phase II clinical trials for solid tumors, peripheral T-cell lymphomas, and various hematologic malignancies. In addition to Tipifarnib, Kura is advancing other small molecule candidates, including KO-947, which targets dysregulated extracellular signal-related kinases, and KO-539, aimed at inhibiting the menin-mixed lineage leukemia protein interaction. Kura Oncology emphasizes precision medicine, leveraging insights from cancer genomics to create targeted treatments for patients with specific genetic profiles, addressing significant unmet medical needs across various cancer types, including lung, colorectal, thyroid, pancreatic cancers, and blood cancers such as lymphoma and leukemia. The company was founded in 2014 and operates primarily within the United States.
CalciMedica, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in La Jolla, California, specializing in the discovery and development of small molecule drugs aimed at treating autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Founded in December 2006 by a team of scientists with backgrounds in the field, the company focuses on the specific inhibition of calcium release-activated calcium channels. This innovative approach seeks to modulate the immune response and protect against tissue cell injury, addressing significant unmet medical needs in life-threatening inflammatory conditions for which existing therapies are lacking. CalciMedica's proprietary technology has the potential to offer therapeutic benefits in these challenging areas of healthcare.
Solid Biosciences
Post in 2024
Solid Biosciences Inc. is a life science company focused on developing therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a genetic muscle-wasting disease primarily affecting boys. The company's lead product candidate, SGT-001, is a gene transfer therapy currently undergoing a Phase I/II clinical trial aimed at restoring functional dystrophin protein expression in patients' muscles. In addition to SGT-001, Solid Biosciences is advancing the Anti-LTBP4 program, which involves a monoclonal antibody designed to reduce fibrosis and inflammation by targeting the LTBP4 protein. The company also develops biomarkers and sensors, as well as the Solid Suit program, which focuses on creating wearable assistive devices with functional and therapeutic benefits. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solid Biosciences has established a strategic collaboration with Ultragenyx to enhance gene therapy development for DMD. With no current cure for DMD, the company aims to provide innovative solutions for a condition that affects an estimated 10,000 to 15,000 cases in the United States.
Adela is a company focused on developing innovative technologies for the early detection of cancer and other serious health conditions through routine blood testing. Utilizing a genome-wide methylome enrichment platform, Adela captures and analyzes information from the entire methylome, effectively identifying and targeting highly informative methylated regions of the genome for sequencing. This approach enables the detection of minimal residual disease and aids in tumor classification using plasma cell-free DNA methylomes. Adela's technology is designed to assist healthcare professionals in cancer detection, as well as in prenatal diagnostics, cardiology, and the monitoring of immune responses. Through its advancements, Adela aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes in the realm of high-morbidity and high-mortality conditions.
Actio Biosciences
Series A in 2023
Actio Biosciences specializes in developing precision medicines tailored to homogeneous rare patient populations. Its pipeline focuses on creating new drugs designed to enhance clinical success rates and ultimately deliver treatments to all patients in need, including those with challenging-to-cure illnesses.
Valneva is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of prophylactic vaccines for infectious diseases. Its portfolio comprises two commercially available vaccines (IXIARO/JESPECT for Japanese encephalitis and DUKORAL for traveler's diarrhea), along with vaccine candidates targeting Lyme disease, chikungunya virus, and COVID-19. Valneva operates through segments including Commercialized Vaccines, Covid-19 Vaccine, Vaccine Candidates, and Technologies & Services. The company aims to address significant unmet medical needs in infectious diseases by leveraging its expertise and capabilities to advance vaccine candidates through clinical trials and ultimately commercialize them.
Octave is a clinical platform developer focused on transforming the care landscape for multiple sclerosis and other neurodegenerative diseases. The company creates a platform that generates, analyzes, and integrates data to improve patient outcomes and reduce overall healthcare costs. By optimizing medication usage and healthcare services, Octave aims to enhance the efficiency of the pharmaceutical industry throughout the entire lifecycle of drug development, which includes discovery, clinical trials, and post-marketing phases. Their approach utilizes real-world evidence to inform decision-making, ultimately striving to set a new standard in multiple sclerosis care.
Presidio Medical
Series C in 2023
Presidio Medical, Inc. is a clinical-stage medical device company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing a transformative neuromodulation technology platform aimed at treating chronic pain and other disorders related to neuronal activity. By employing biotechnology, Presidio Medical seeks to create bioelectronic medicine solutions that establish a new class of therapeutic devices, ultimately providing patients with effective remedies for various neural-related conditions.
Adaptive Phage Therapeutics
Series B in 2023
Adaptive Phage Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage company focused on addressing the global challenge posed by multi-drug resistant (MDR) pathogenic bacteria. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the company offers therapeutic solutions utilizing its PhageBank, a comprehensive collection of bacteriophages—viruses that specifically target harmful bacteria. Through an advanced system for matching these phages to the unique bacterial infections of patients, Adaptive Phage Therapeutics aims to enable medical researchers to create effective treatments that can detect and combat MDR infections.
Bitterroot Bio
Series A in 2023
Bitterroot Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for cardiovascular disease by harnessing the immune system's natural capabilities. The company conducts research to uncover the essential roles of immune cells and immune modulators in the onset and progression of cardiovascular conditions. By leveraging immunotherapy, Bitterroot Bio aims to create and deliver novel medicines that can significantly improve treatment options for patients suffering from these diseases, thereby transforming the landscape of cardiovascular care.
Ray Therapeutics
Series A in 2023
Ray Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative optogenetic gene therapies aimed at treating patients with blinding diseases. The company is dedicated to advancing technology that facilitates the understanding and study of rare retinal diseases. By harnessing optogenetics, Ray Therapeutics aims to empower medical professionals to effectively cure and manage inherited retinal disorders, thereby improving the quality of life for affected individuals.
Ascend Gene & Cell Therapies
Series A in 2023
Ascend Gene & Cell Therapies supports manufacturing and process development projects from design through to clinical and commercial scales. They partner with biotechnology teams to embed scalable manufacturing in their operations from the beginning. They respond to customer inquiries by phone and contact form.
Cortica Inc. is a company dedicated to providing neurological therapies for children facing autism and other neurodevelopmental challenges. Founded in 2014 and based in San Diego, California, Cortica offers tailored treatment programs that are informed by a comprehensive understanding of each child's neurobiology and developmental profile. The company operates multiple centers across California, including locations in Carlsbad, Irvine, San Rafael, Torrance, and Westlake Village. Cortica's services encompass a wide range of assessments and therapies, including diagnoses for autism, ADHD, and developmental delays. Treatment options available include gene sequencing, metabolic testing, electroencephalography, nutrition evaluation, medication management, and various therapeutic interventions such as ABA therapy, parent coaching, speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and music therapy. The company provides these services through in-home, in-clinic, and telehealth modalities.
Epic Sciences
Series G in 2023
Epic Sciences, Inc. is a diagnostics company based in San Diego, California, focused on improving cancer management through the development of highly sensitive tests that identify and characterize circulating tumor cells (CTCs) using minimally invasive blood samples. Founded in 2008, the company’s platform enables the profiling of single-cell phenotypes and genotypes, providing detailed information on biomarker expression levels, morphologic characteristics, and genetic changes. Epic Sciences offers the Oncotype DX AR-V7 Nucleus Detect test specifically for patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer, as well as biopharma solutions. The company collaborates with biotechnology and pharmaceutical firms, major cancer centers, and renowned research institutions, including the National Cancer Institute and the National Institutes of Health, to enhance personalized medicine and guide treatment decisions.
Abivax is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in France, dedicated to developing innovative therapeutics that leverage the body's natural immune mechanisms to treat patients with autoimmune diseases, viral infections, and cancer. The company's primary focus is on chronic inflammatory diseases, particularly inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Abivax is currently evaluating its leading drug candidate, obefazimod, in Phase 3 clinical trials aimed at addressing moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. Through its drug development platforms, Abivax strives to deliver novel and effective treatments to patients with significant unmet medical needs in these therapeutic areas.
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Perceive Biotherapeutics
Series B in 2023
Perceive Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative ophthalmic therapeutics aimed at treating various eye diseases. The company leverages advanced protective biologies to create a diverse pipeline of therapeutic assets that target significant causes of irreversible blindness. By employing multiple therapeutic modalities, Perceive Biotherapeutics aims to provide medical professionals with effective solutions for preventing vision loss and enhancing patient outcomes in the field of ophthalmology.
FogPharma
Series D in 2022
FogPharma is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for cancer treatment through its proprietary cell-penetrating mini proteins (CPMPs). Founded by Greg Verdine, a leader in drug discovery, the company aims to target cancer-causing proteins within cells that are typically inaccessible to traditional drugs. This novel approach allows for the neutralization of these proteins, potentially transforming the treatment landscape for cancer-related diseases. FogPharma collaborates with leading experts in cancer biology and therapy, fostering a network of researchers, investors, and cancer patients dedicated to advancing its mission. The company is committed to delivering this new class of medicines to improve patient outcomes and enhance quality of life for individuals affected by cancer.
Abeona Therapeutics
Post in 2022
Abeona Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing gene and cell therapies for life-threatening rare genetic diseases. Its lead programs include EB-101, an autologous, gene-corrected cell therapy for recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa; ABO-102, an adeno-associated virus-based gene therapy for Sanfilippo syndrome type A; and ABO-101, an AAV-based gene therapy for Sanfilippo syndrome type B. The company also develops therapies for Batten disease, cystic fibrosis, and genetic eye disorders. Additionally, Abeona Therapeutics is advancing the AIM Vector Platform, which includes over 100 next-generation AAV capsids for delivering gene therapies to various organs. The company operates a manufacturing facility producing therapies and vectors for preclinical and clinical studies.
Intus Care
Series A in 2022
Intus Care, Inc. is a healthcare analytics company that specializes in connecting home care providers with patients through its innovative platform. Founded in 2018 and based in North Providence, Rhode Island, the company leverages machine learning and electronic health records to enhance the efficiency of care delivery. Its application enables provider organizations to conduct electronic visit verification and predict hospital readmissions and utilization risks. Additionally, Intus Care's platform facilitates automatic patient risk grouping and tracking, identifies patients at high risk for hospitalization, and sends alerts regarding changes in patient health status to care coordination teams. By synthesizing financial, clinical, and administrative data, Intus Care helps healthcare organizations, including PACE programs and long-term care facilities, visualize trends and implement data-driven interventions aimed at improving patient care and reducing hospitalizations for vulnerable populations.
COTA Healthcare
Series E in 2022
COTA, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in developing a platform designed to provide data and insights related to cancer patients, aimed at guiding treatment decisions. Founded in 2011 by a team of doctors, engineers, and data scientists, COTA utilizes proprietary technology and advanced analytics to transform fragmented electronic health record (EHR) data into cohesive, research-grade information. This platform supports oncology practices and cancer centers by identifying variations in care, thus enabling the design of effective treatment programs and payment models. COTA's solutions serve a diverse range of stakeholders, including healthcare providers, payers, life sciences companies, and the FDA, ultimately striving to enhance patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs associated with cancer care.
Sientra is a medical device company based in Santa Barbara, California, specializing in breast implant treatments for both augmentation and reconstruction. Founded by Hani Zeini, the company develops innovative implantable devices that cater to the needs of plastic surgeons. Sientra's product offerings include silicone gel breast implants, breast tissue expanders, and silicone scar treatment solutions, focusing on providing elegant and intuitive options for cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. The company's commitment to quality and innovation positions it as a significant player in the surgical aesthetics market.
Pleno is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2017. The company specializes in accelerating disease diagnosis and treatment through its innovative multi-omic platform. This technology is designed for biological target detection in clinical testing and biomedical research, offering capabilities for monitoring minimal residual disease and early multi-cancer screening. Pleno's platform detects a wide range of analytical targets, including DNA, RNA, and protein biomarkers, with exceptional speed and precision. By utilizing advanced microfluidics, the company automates all aspects of sample preparation and analysis, thereby enhancing healthcare providers' access to diverse health monitoring technologies.
Larimar Therapeutics
Post in 2022
Larimar Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, dedicated to developing treatments for complex rare diseases. Its primary focus is on Friedreich's ataxia, a rare and progressive genetic disorder, for which it is advancing its lead compound, CTI-1601, through a Phase 1 clinical program. CTI-1601 is designed as a recombinant fusion protein that delivers human frataxin, an essential protein, directly to the mitochondria using a novel cell-penetrating peptide technology. In addition to Friedreich's ataxia, Larimar aims to leverage its intracellular delivery platform to create additional fusion proteins targeting other rare diseases associated with deficiencies in bioactive compounds.
Innervace
Series A in 2022
Innervace is a regenerative therapy company established in 2018 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It focuses on developing and commercializing implantable tissue-engineered brain pathways aimed at addressing neurodegenerative disorders. The company's primary innovation is its tissue-engineered nigrostriatal pathway, which is designed to replicate the lost nigrostriatal pathway in patients suffering from Parkinson's disease. This advanced technology offers a solution that reconstructs brain pathways rather than merely alleviating symptoms temporarily, thus providing a more effective treatment option for individuals with such conditions.
SpringWorks Therapeutics
Post in 2022
SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapies for patients with rare diseases and cancer. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the company employs a precision medicine approach to create targeted oncology solutions. Its lead product candidate, nirogacestat, is an oral small molecule gamma secretase inhibitor currently in Phase III clinical trials for desmoid tumors. Additionally, SpringWorks is advancing mirdametinib, an oral small molecule MEK inhibitor, which is undergoing Phase IIb trials for neurofibromatosis type 1-associated plexiform neurofibromas. The company is also exploring various combination therapies involving nirogacestat and mirdametinib for multiple myeloma and solid tumors. SpringWorks has established collaborations with notable organizations to enhance its research and development efforts, aiming to unlock new treatment options for underserved patient populations.
Insilico Medicine
Series D in 2022
Insilico Medicine, Inc. is a biotechnology company that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to transform drug discovery, biomarker development, and aging research. Founded in 2014 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company has established itself as a pioneer in applying advanced AI techniques, such as generative adversarial networks and reinforcement learning, to create novel molecular structures for various diseases, including cancer and age-related conditions. Insilico Medicine operates an integrated platform that covers all stages of drug discovery, from initial research to clinical trial analysis. Its projects include Pharma.AI, which offers machine learning services to various sectors, and Young.AI, a platform focused on aging predictors. The company also pursues internal drug discovery initiatives targeting diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, and has partnered with Life Extension to produce nutraceutical products utilizing deep learning and bioinformatics. Additionally, Insilico Medicine provides consumer applications aimed at enhancing health and longevity.
Vicinitas Therapeutics
Series A in 2022
Vicinitas Therapeutics is a biotech startup that specializes in developing medicines that impact patient lives. Its vision is to use its proprietary Deubiquitinase Targeting Chimera (DUBTAC) platform to restore the levels of aberrantly degraded proteins that cause disease to confer therapeutic benefit.
MMI S.r.l. is an Italian company that specializes in the manufacture and development of advanced micro instruments designed for surgical interventions. Founded in 2015 and based in Calci, Italy, MMI focuses on creating wristed micro instruments and their associated fabrication processes. The company also offers a proprietary robotic platform that enhances the capabilities of these instruments, facilitating complex reconstruction procedures following traumatic injuries and tumor removals in areas such as the breast, head, and bones. MMI aims to support surgeons globally by providing innovative tools that improve surgical outcomes while also reducing costs for patients and healthcare systems.
Humanity Health
Series A in 2022
Humanity Health is a platform dedicated to advancing the careers of underrepresented leaders in healthcare and life sciences. By leveraging best-in-class technology and a personalized service approach, the company creates career-accelerating opportunities for women and people of color. It aids employer partners in identifying, engaging, and recruiting diverse healthcare talent, thus fostering more inclusive hiring practices. A key component of Humanity Health is its Humanity Talent Network, a private membership network that amplifies and supports experienced leaders from underrepresented backgrounds. This network focuses on enhancing access to competitive executive positions, board roles, and entrepreneurial ventures, ultimately contributing to a more equitable landscape within the healthcare and life sciences sectors.
Insilico Medicine
Series D in 2022
Insilico Medicine, Inc. is a biotechnology company that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to transform drug discovery, biomarker development, and aging research. Founded in 2014 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company has established itself as a pioneer in applying advanced AI techniques, such as generative adversarial networks and reinforcement learning, to create novel molecular structures for various diseases, including cancer and age-related conditions. Insilico Medicine operates an integrated platform that covers all stages of drug discovery, from initial research to clinical trial analysis. Its projects include Pharma.AI, which offers machine learning services to various sectors, and Young.AI, a platform focused on aging predictors. The company also pursues internal drug discovery initiatives targeting diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, and has partnered with Life Extension to produce nutraceutical products utilizing deep learning and bioinformatics. Additionally, Insilico Medicine provides consumer applications aimed at enhancing health and longevity.
Epic Sciences
Series F in 2022
Epic Sciences, Inc. is a diagnostics company based in San Diego, California, focused on improving cancer management through the development of highly sensitive tests that identify and characterize circulating tumor cells (CTCs) using minimally invasive blood samples. Founded in 2008, the company’s platform enables the profiling of single-cell phenotypes and genotypes, providing detailed information on biomarker expression levels, morphologic characteristics, and genetic changes. Epic Sciences offers the Oncotype DX AR-V7 Nucleus Detect test specifically for patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer, as well as biopharma solutions. The company collaborates with biotechnology and pharmaceutical firms, major cancer centers, and renowned research institutions, including the National Cancer Institute and the National Institutes of Health, to enhance personalized medicine and guide treatment decisions.
UTR Therapeutics
Pre Seed Round in 2022
UTR Therapeutics Inc is a biotechnology company focused on developing treatments for aggressive cancers driven by the overexpression of the c-MYC gene. The company, spun out from City University of New York and Harvard Medical School, specializes in researching and developing therapeutics that target and degrade specific gene transcripts involved in tumor progression. Their primary focus is on cancers like triple negative breast cancer, medulloblastoma, and osteosarcoma, aiming to provide clinicians with treatments that directly act on cancer-causing genetic expressions.
Acutus Medical
Post in 2022
Acutus Medical, Inc. is an arrhythmia management company specializing in the development of medical technologies for the diagnosis and treatment of complex cardiac arrhythmias. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Carlsbad, California, the company designs, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive range of tools for catheter-based ablation procedures. Its product portfolio includes advanced imaging and navigation systems, such as the AcQMap console and workstation, alongside various diagnostic and therapeutic devices like mapping and ablation catheters. Acutus Medical's innovative platform enables electrophysiologists to visualize the heart's activation patterns, facilitating more effective treatment strategies. The company collaborates with medical scientists and engineers in both the U.S. and Europe to enhance its offerings. Acutus Medical markets its products worldwide, primarily targeting hospitals and electrophysiologists engaged in arrhythmia care.
Valneva is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of prophylactic vaccines for infectious diseases. Its portfolio comprises two commercially available vaccines (IXIARO/JESPECT for Japanese encephalitis and DUKORAL for traveler's diarrhea), along with vaccine candidates targeting Lyme disease, chikungunya virus, and COVID-19. Valneva operates through segments including Commercialized Vaccines, Covid-19 Vaccine, Vaccine Candidates, and Technologies & Services. The company aims to address significant unmet medical needs in infectious diseases by leveraging its expertise and capabilities to advance vaccine candidates through clinical trials and ultimately commercialize them.
Apertura Gene Therapy
Series A in 2022
Apertura Gene Therapy is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative genetic medicines for intractable diseases that have few treatment options. The company specializes in the engineering of adeno-associated virus (AAV) capsids, regulatory elements, and therapeutic payloads to enhance the efficacy of gene therapies. By targeting the human Transferrin Receptor 1 (TfR1), Apertura aims to facilitate intravenous delivery of therapeutics that can effectively cross the blood-brain barrier, thus allowing for improved access to the central nervous system. Their approach addresses key challenges in gene therapy, such as cellular access, gene expression, pre-existing immunity, and manufacturability. Through collaborations with corporate and academic partners, Apertura is committed to advancing the field of gene therapy and providing new treatment options for patients with debilitating conditions.
Aurion Biotechnologies
Venture Round in 2022
Aurion Biotechnologies is a clinical-stage biotech company focused on developing advanced therapies for ocular diseases, particularly those leading to blindness. Based in Seattle, Boston, and Tokyo, the company aims to transform the lives of millions by restoring vision through innovative cell therapies. Its lead candidate targets corneal edema and is one of the first clinically validated cell therapies in corneal care. The process involves culturing healthy cells from a donor cornea using a proprietary method, allowing cells from a single donor to potentially treat over 100 recipient eyes. Clinical trials in Japan have shown that patients experience significant and lasting improvements in corneal health indicators, including visual acuity and corneal thickness.
Vibliome Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Bozeman, Montana, established in 2017. The company specializes in researching and developing non-hormonal birth control options for men, utilizing homeodomain-interacting protein kinase 4 (HIPK4). Additionally, Vibliome focuses on creating small molecule kinase inhibitors aimed at treating various cancers and inflammatory diseases. Their innovative approach involves a systematic methodology that enables the development of inhibitors with unique selectivity profiles, leveraging the extensive array of over 500 kinases present in the human genome. By analyzing the design of Type II inhibitors, Vibliome aims to lock kinase targets in an inactive conformation, facilitating the identification of unique similarities and differences between kinases, which supports the advancement of therapeutics for cancer and other chronic conditions.
ConcertoCare
Series B in 2022
ConcertoCare is dedicated to delivering primary and complex care to seniors and other adult patients with unmet health and social needs. The company employs a tech-enabled, value-based care model that features three distinct in-home care approaches, all supported by its proprietary population health and analytics platform. ConcertoCare's interdisciplinary teams, led by experienced professionals in home-based geriatric medicine, digital health, palliative care, and healthcare analytics, utilize clinical decision support tools to enhance patient care. This innovative model aims to lower overall healthcare costs while improving health outcomes for its patients.
Hyperfine is a pioneering medical device company known for developing Swoop, the first FDA-cleared point-of-care MRI system. Swoop is designed to enhance patient access to rapid diagnosis and treatment, regardless of socioeconomic factors or geographic location. This innovative portable MRI system operates at a lower magnetic field strength than traditional MRI machines, allowing for high-quality imaging in a variety of clinical environments. Swoop can be easily transported to a patient's bedside, requires only a standard electrical outlet, and is controlled via an iPad, facilitating quick scans that support critical decision-making in settings such as emergency departments and intensive care units. Hyperfine generates revenue through the sale of its MRI devices as well as service sales, which include subscriptions for bundled devices, maintenance, and software.
V-Wave Ltd. is a medical technology company specializing in the development of percutaneous implantable therapeutic devices for patients with chronic heart failure. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Caesarea, Israel, with additional offices in the United States, V-Wave aims to address the needs of patients who continue to experience severe symptoms or require hospitalization despite optimal medical treatment. The company's flagship product is the V-Wave Shunt, a biocompatible, inter-atrial unidirectional implant designed to alleviate symptoms related to chronic heart failure by regulating Left Atrial Pressure. This innovative device seeks to improve patients' quality of life by reducing hospitalizations, enhancing exercise capacity, and ultimately providing symptomatic relief. V-Wave's team comprises experienced engineers and medical scientists dedicated to advancing the field of cardiovascular devices.
The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation
Post in 2021
The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation is a prominent community oncology practice in the United States, recognized for its comprehensive and integrated cancer care services. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Cerritos, California, the organization operates over 50 clinic locations across California, Arizona, and Nevada, employing more than 500 staff members, including over 80 physicians and advanced practice providers. The Oncology Institute specializes in cancer awareness, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, offering services such as chemotherapy education, lab testing, pain management, and dietary counseling. It also features in-house facilities including an infusion center, pharmacy, and support groups, as well as the Hope, Health, and Healing Center, which provides alternative and holistic treatments. Additionally, the institute conducts clinical trials and provides educational seminars, aiming to deliver evidence-based care to over 1 million patients, thereby enhancing access to specialized oncology services in community settings.
Lark is a developer of a virtual platform focused on chronic disease prevention and management. Founded in 2011 by Julia Hu and Jeff Zira, the company is headquartered in Mountain View, California. Lark's platform leverages advanced artificial intelligence alongside human coaching and connected devices to offer real-time, personalized support and counseling. This approach aims to help users make healthier choices and effectively manage their chronic conditions. The company's programs, including those recognized by the CDC for diabetes prevention, wellness, diabetes care, and hypertension, serve approximately 1.5 million users. These initiatives have shown clinically validated improvements in health outcomes, as documented in multiple peer-reviewed journals and analyst reports.
DeepSight
Series A in 2021
DeepSight Technology is a health technology company focused on enhancing diagnostic medical imaging through its innovative sensing technology. By integrating patented hardware, software, and artificial intelligence, DeepSight significantly improves image quality and extends the depth penetration of medical diagnostic ultrasounds. This advancement allows healthcare providers to utilize proprietary sensor technology that broadens the capabilities of diagnostic ultrasounds, ultimately benefiting public health and well-being. The company aims to make medical imaging safer, faster, more affordable, and more accessible, marking a substantial improvement in the field of diagnostic imaging.
BioAtla, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing innovative antibody-based therapeutics for cancer treatment. The company utilizes its proprietary platforms, Conditionally Active Biologics (CAB) and Comprehensive Integrated Antibody Optimization (CIAO!), to create highly selective and effective drugs. Its lead product candidate, BA3011, is a conditionally active biologic antibody-drug conjugate targeting soft tissue and bone sarcomas, non-small cell lung cancer, and other tumor types. Additionally, BioAtla is developing BA3021, aimed at non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma, as well as BA3071, which targets multiple cancers, including renal cell carcinoma and hepatocellular carcinoma. The company holds over 150 issued patents and applications, emphasizing its commitment to improving drug selectivity and safety while expanding the range of treatable cancers.
HilleVax
Venture Round in 2021
HilleVax is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2021. The company specializes in the development and commercialization of innovative vaccines. Its primary focus is on HIL-214, a virus-like particle (VLP) based vaccine candidate aimed at preventing moderate-to-severe acute gastroenteritis (AGE) caused by norovirus infection. HilleVax is dedicated to addressing significant public health challenges through its vaccine initiatives.
ARS Pharmaceuticals
Series D in 2021
ARS Pharmaceuticals, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in San Diego, California, is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for severe allergic reactions. The company has created a novel intranasal epinephrine spray known as neffy, designed for the emergency treatment of Type I allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. Neffy utilizes a proprietary formulation that includes an absorption enhancer called Intravail, enabling it to deliver epinephrine effectively and rapidly through the nasal mucosa. This unique technology provides a convenient, reliable, and easy-to-use alternative for individuals at risk of life-threatening allergic reactions due to food, medications, or insect stings.
PepGen
Venture Round in 2021
PepGen Ltd. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, focused on advancing the next generation of nucleic acid therapeutics, particularly in the treatment of severe neuromuscular and neurologic diseases. Incorporated in 2018, PepGen has developed its Enhanced Delivery Oligonucleotide (EDO) platform, which is designed to improve the uptake and activity of conjugated oligonucleotide therapeutics. The company's innovative EDO peptides enhance tissue penetration, cellular uptake, and nuclear delivery, demonstrating their ability to transport oligonucleotides effectively into various target tissues, including smooth, skeletal, and cardiac muscle, as well as the central nervous system. PepGen aims to unlock the clinical potential of these transformative therapeutics, with a particular emphasis on the effective delivery of antisense oligonucleotides, and is advancing its novel conjugate therapeutics toward clinical application.
Strata Oncology
Series C in 2021
Strata Oncology, Inc. is a precision oncology company focused on enhancing cancer care by facilitating access to precision medicine clinical trials and expediting drug approval processes. Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the company develops a comprehensive precision oncology platform that supports routine testing and efficient use of molecular data. Strata's offerings include The Strata Trial, a genomic testing program for systematic precision oncology implementation, and StrataNGS, a targeted assay for sequencing DNA and RNA from biopsies. Additionally, StrataPOINT integrates electronic medical record histories with molecular profiling to ensure eligible patients are tested and considered for trial enrollment. The company features a portfolio of pharma-sponsored therapeutic protocols, known as Strata Partnered Trials, aligned to specific biomarkers. Strata also operates The Strata Lab, a cancer sequencing facility, and maintains the Strata Precision Oncology Network, a collaborative entity aimed at promoting precision medicine initiatives. Formerly known as Strata Oncology Research, Inc., the company rebranded in 2016 and has been incorporated since 2015.
GeneDx Holding
Post in 2021
GeneDx is a company dedicated to providing personalized and actionable health insights that enhance diagnosis and treatment, ultimately improving health outcomes. Positioned at the intersection of diagnostics and data science, GeneDx combines decades of genomic expertise with the capability to interpret clinical data at scale. The company focuses on accelerating the application of genomic information and large-scale clinical data to establish precision medicine as a standard practice in healthcare. GeneDx leads the transformation of healthcare through its comprehensive exome and genome testing services, leveraging one of the largest rare disease data sets in the world. The business operates through two segments: GeneDx, which generates the majority of its revenue, and Legacy Sema4 diagnostics.
Frontier Medicines
Series B in 2021
Frontier Medicines Corporation, established in 2018 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, is a pre-clinical stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in cancer research. The company employs chemoproteomics to discover and develop novel medicines targeting cancer-causing proteins. Frontier Medicines' innovative platform integrates advanced computational methods and machine learning algorithms to identify and pharmacologically target new binding pockets on proteins, thereby enabling small-molecule drug discovery and development for previously inaccessible targets.
Novocardia
Series A in 2021
Novocardia is dedicated to enhancing the delivery of cardiovascular care, aiming to support patients with heart and vascular diseases in achieving longer and healthier lives. The company operates a cardiovascular care delivery network that emphasizes improving the quality and value of care provided to patients. By fostering collaborative relationships with health plans and primary care partners, Novocardia facilitates the transition to value-based care. Its platform encompasses various capabilities, including the implementation of quality and process improvement initiatives and technology-enabled care delivery, thereby equipping cardiologists with the necessary tools to better serve their patients.
Adela is a company focused on developing innovative technologies for the early detection of cancer and other serious health conditions through routine blood testing. Utilizing a genome-wide methylome enrichment platform, Adela captures and analyzes information from the entire methylome, effectively identifying and targeting highly informative methylated regions of the genome for sequencing. This approach enables the detection of minimal residual disease and aids in tumor classification using plasma cell-free DNA methylomes. Adela's technology is designed to assist healthcare professionals in cancer detection, as well as in prenatal diagnostics, cardiology, and the monitoring of immune responses. Through its advancements, Adela aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes in the realm of high-morbidity and high-mortality conditions.
Talkspace is a behavioral healthcare company that provides online therapy services through its technology platform, connecting users with licensed therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists. The platform allows for confidential communication and unlimited messaging therapy, enabling individuals to seek help for various mental health conditions without the need for in-person appointments. This approach caters to those who may find it difficult to open up in traditional therapy settings or who face financial barriers to accessing care. Talkspace serves a diverse clientele, including health plans, enterprises, and individual subscribers, generating revenue primarily from payor and direct-to-enterprise clients. The company focuses on delivering quality mental health support, aiming to improve the well-being of its users globally.
Synthekine
Series B in 2021
Synthekine Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Menlo Park, California, specializing in the development of engineered cytokine therapies and immunotherapies aimed at treating cancer and autoimmune disorders. Founded in 2018, Synthekine utilizes advanced platform technologies, including engineered partial agonists and orthogonal cell therapies, to enhance the efficacy of cytokines while minimizing their toxic side effects. The company's innovative Synthekine Platform employs surrogate agonists instead of traditional mutant cytokines to create selective immunotherapies. Its product pipeline features candidates such as STK-009, an orthogonal ligand paired with SYNCAR-001, an orthogonal receptor-modified CAR-T therapy targeting CD-19. Additionally, Synthekine is developing STK-012, partial agonists of IL-2, and other novel immunotherapies that integrate cytokine receptors to initiate new signaling pathways without relying on wild-type cytokines.
CareMax is a technology-enabled care platform focused on delivering value-based care and chronic disease management for seniors. The company operates a network of medical centers that provide a wide range of healthcare and social services. Additionally, CareMax has developed a proprietary software and services platform that offers data, analytics, and rules-based decision tools to assist physicians in their practice. This integrated approach aims to enhance the quality of care for seniors while managing their healthcare needs effectively across the United States.
Larimar Therapeutics
Post in 2021
Larimar Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, dedicated to developing treatments for complex rare diseases. Its primary focus is on Friedreich's ataxia, a rare and progressive genetic disorder, for which it is advancing its lead compound, CTI-1601, through a Phase 1 clinical program. CTI-1601 is designed as a recombinant fusion protein that delivers human frataxin, an essential protein, directly to the mitochondria using a novel cell-penetrating peptide technology. In addition to Friedreich's ataxia, Larimar aims to leverage its intracellular delivery platform to create additional fusion proteins targeting other rare diseases associated with deficiencies in bioactive compounds.
ADC Therapeutics
Post in 2021
ADC Therapeutics SA is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Epalinges, Switzerland, specializing in the development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for the treatment of hematological malignancies and solid tumors. The company's lead product candidates include ADCT-402, currently undergoing a Phase II clinical trial for relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, and ADCT-301, which is in a pivotal Phase II trial for relapsed or refractory Hodgkin lymphoma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and solid tumors. ADC Therapeutics employs advanced pyrrolobenzodiazepine (PBD) dimer technology to create highly potent and targeted ADCs, which demonstrate a superior therapeutic index compared to earlier generation products. In addition to its lead candidates, the company is developing several clinical-stage and preclinical product candidates, including ADCT-601, ADCT-602, ADCT-701, and ADCT-901. ADC Therapeutics also collaborates with Genmab A/S to enhance its development efforts. The company was incorporated in 2011.
Singular Genomics
Convertible Note in 2021
Singular Genomics is a life science technology company that develops innovative sequencing platforms. Its core product, the Singular Sequencing Engine, powers two integrated solutions: G4 for next-generation sequencing (NGS) markets, offering high accuracy and speed; and PX, which combines single-cell analysis, spatial analysis, genomics, and proteomics in one versatile multi-omics instrument. These products aim to empower researchers and clinicians across diverse fields such as basic biology, oncology, immunology, and more.
Adaptive Phage Therapeutics
Series B in 2021
Adaptive Phage Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage company focused on addressing the global challenge posed by multi-drug resistant (MDR) pathogenic bacteria. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the company offers therapeutic solutions utilizing its PhageBank, a comprehensive collection of bacteriophages—viruses that specifically target harmful bacteria. Through an advanced system for matching these phages to the unique bacterial infections of patients, Adaptive Phage Therapeutics aims to enable medical researchers to create effective treatments that can detect and combat MDR infections.
Nuvalent is a clinical stage biotechnology company specializing in the development of targeted therapies aimed at clinically validated kinase targets in cancer. Focusing on small molecules, Nuvalent employs a structure-based design approach to create treatments that possess high selectivity, intending to address the limitations of existing therapies by overcoming resistance and minimizing side effects. The company is advancing a promising pipeline that includes lead programs targeting ROS1-positive and ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Additionally, Nuvalent is engaged in various discovery-stage research initiatives that aim to expand its therapeutic offerings.
Jaguar Gene Therapy
Series B in 2021
Jaguar Gene Therapy is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on accelerating breakthroughs in gene therapy for patients suffering from severe genetic diseases. The company specializes in developing treatments that target nonworking or missing genes by introducing healthy copies back into the body to restore function. This approach aims to address significant unmet needs in healthcare by expediting the development of gene therapies from research to clinical application as safely and quickly as possible.
Cohere Health
Series B in 2021
Cohere Health, Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2019. The company specializes in developing a platform that enhances collaboration among healthcare stakeholders, including patients, providers, and payers. Cohere Health focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery by simplifying complex processes through technology. Its primary offering is an intelligent prior authorization solution that is configurable to meet the specific needs of different health plans. This solution can be implemented as a fully outsourced utilization management service, utilizing artificial intelligence, machine learning, and real-time analytics to automate the prior authorization process. By doing so, Cohere Health aims to facilitate seamless communication and guide quality care throughout the patient journey, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
GH Research
Series B in 2021
GH Research PLC is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to advancing treatments for psychiatric and neurological disorders. The company's primary focus is on developing novel and proprietary therapies using Mebufotenin 5-Methoxy-N, N-Dimethyltryptamine, commonly known as 5-MeO-DMT, specifically targeting patients with Treatment-Resistant Depression.
Vesta Healthcare
Venture Round in 2021
Vesta Healthcare is a technology and clinical services organization based in New York, specializing in connecting caregivers to care teams through its innovative health care platform. The company offers 24/7 telehealth support aimed at caregivers and care recipients, particularly focusing on high-need, frail senior populations. Vesta partners with home care agencies, health plans, and healthcare providers to develop value-based population health programs that prioritize clinical quality and improved health outcomes. Founded in 2008 and originally known as Hometeam Technologies, Inc., Vesta Healthcare has established itself as a leader in enhancing caregiver insights and facilitating personalized engagement in the healthcare setting.
Crossover
Series D in 2021
Crossover Health, established in 2010, specializes in providing comprehensive workplace healthcare services for employers and their employees. Headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, with health centers across the United States, the company offers a wide range of services including primary care, urgent care, chronic disease management, health coaching, physical therapy, and more. Crossover Health aims to deliver exceptional member experiences and advanced health management services, ultimately promoting a healthy and motivated workforce for its clients.
Twill is a developer of a software-enabled healthcare platform focused on enhancing mental and physical wellness. The company offers a web and mobile-based technology that evaluates users' happiness through both subjective and objective assessments. In addition, Twill provides a variety of programs and games designed to promote healthier mindsets. This approach enables individuals, employers, and care delivery systems to effectively address issues such as stress, depression, anxiety, and social isolation, which are often associated with chronic illness. By integrating these tools, Twill aims to support users in achieving improved overall well-being.
Xeris Biopharma Holdings
Post in 2021
Xeris Biopharma Holdings is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapies for patients in endocrinology, neurology, and gastroenterology. The company utilizes its proprietary formulation technologies, XeriSol and XeriJect, to create ready-to-use, liquid-stable injectables that facilitate subcutaneous and intramuscular delivery of various therapeutic agents. Xeris offers three commercially available products: Gvoke, a liquid glucagon for severe hypoglycemia; Keveyis, the first FDA-approved treatment for primary periodic paralysis; and Recorlev, approved for endogenous hypercortisolemia in adults with Cushing's Syndrome. Xeris Biopharma's formulation platforms aim to improve patient and caregiver ease of use by eliminating reconstitution, ensuring long-term stability at room temperature, and reducing injection volume, thereby enhancing healthcare delivery and potentially lowering costs for the healthcare system. The company is also advancing a pipeline of development programs to expand its product offerings.
Jaguar Gene Therapy
Series A in 2021
Jaguar Gene Therapy is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on accelerating breakthroughs in gene therapy for patients suffering from severe genetic diseases. The company specializes in developing treatments that target nonworking or missing genes by introducing healthy copies back into the body to restore function. This approach aims to address significant unmet needs in healthcare by expediting the development of gene therapies from research to clinical application as safely and quickly as possible.
Xilio Therapeutics
Series C in 2021
Xilio Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative immunotherapies to enhance the immune system's ability to combat cancer. The company specializes in tumor-selective immunotherapies, utilizing its proprietary technology to maximize the effectiveness of immuno-oncology treatments while minimizing side effects outside the tumor. Among its key products is XTX201, which aims to induce immune activity directly within tumors, demonstrating improved antitumor effects. Founded in 2015 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Xilio Therapeutics was previously known as Akrevia Therapeutics until its rebranding in March 2020. The company is dedicated to advancing a pipeline of novel immuno-oncology molecules, including tumor-activated cytokines and antibodies, with the goal of significantly improving patient outcomes in cancer treatment.
SpectraWAVE
Series A in 2021
SpectraWAVE, Inc. is a medical device company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2017. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of optical diagnostic and therapeutic devices aimed at enhancing the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. Its flagship product includes a spectroscopy catheter that assists in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. SpectraWAVE has also developed an advanced intravascular imaging technology that integrates proven imaging methodologies to improve outcomes for coronary artery disease. This technology provides interventional cardiologists with critical optical and computational insights to optimize stent interventions and identify patients and plaques at risk of adverse coronary events, ultimately aiming to improve patient treatment and outcomes in the field of cardiovascular health.
Pairwise Plants
Series B in 2021
Pairwise Plants is an innovative agricultural company based in San Diego, California, focused on gene editing to enhance the quality of fruits and vegetables. Founded in 2017 by a team of experts in biotechnology and agriculture, Pairwise utilizes advanced techniques, including base editing and high-fidelity enzymes, which are licensed from renowned institutions such as Harvard and Massachusetts General Hospital. The company develops new varieties of crops, including leafy greens, berries, and stone fruits, in addition to working with traditional crops like corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, and canola. By collaborating with food and agriculture organizations, Pairwise aims to create healthier and more sustainable produce, with initial products expected to be available in the coming years.