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Calypso Biotech SA is an immunotherapy biotechnology company based in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, founded in 2013 as a spin-off from Merck Serono. The company specializes in discovering and developing monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating immune pathologies, particularly for conditions with significant unmet medical needs, including severe gastrointestinal diseases. Calypso Biotech operates as a semi-virtual organization, leveraging a highly experienced management team with expertise in drug development. The company focuses on creating substantial value for investors through a portfolio of unique proprietary antibody candidates designed to control homeostasis and improve treatment outcomes for patients.

iOnctura SA is a biopharmaceutical company based in Geneva, Switzerland, founded in 2017. The company focuses on developing innovative therapeutics aimed at modulating immunosuppression within the tumor microenvironment, which is a significant barrier to effective cancer treatment. Its product pipeline includes selective Pi3K inhibitors, Anti-Lag 3 antibodies, ATX inhibitors, Anti-CXCL12 antibodies, and Anti-CD73 antibodies. iOnctura aims to enhance the efficacy of existing immune checkpoint therapies by creating novel drugs that, when used in combination with these therapies, can optimize clinical outcomes for cancer patients. The company has formed partnerships with Merck and Cancer Research Technology, leveraging their resources to advance its preclinical molecules and establish promising combination therapies within cancer immunology. Supported by a distinguished scientific advisory board, iOnctura is well-positioned to innovate in the rapidly evolving field of cancer treatment.

iOnctura SA is a biopharmaceutical company based in Geneva, Switzerland, founded in 2017. The company focuses on developing innovative therapeutics aimed at modulating immunosuppression within the tumor microenvironment, which is a significant barrier to effective cancer treatment. Its product pipeline includes selective Pi3K inhibitors, Anti-Lag 3 antibodies, ATX inhibitors, Anti-CXCL12 antibodies, and Anti-CD73 antibodies. iOnctura aims to enhance the efficacy of existing immune checkpoint therapies by creating novel drugs that, when used in combination with these therapies, can optimize clinical outcomes for cancer patients. The company has formed partnerships with Merck and Cancer Research Technology, leveraging their resources to advance its preclinical molecules and establish promising combination therapies within cancer immunology. Supported by a distinguished scientific advisory board, iOnctura is well-positioned to innovate in the rapidly evolving field of cancer treatment.

Calypso Biotech SA is an immunotherapy biotechnology company based in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, founded in 2013 as a spin-off from Merck Serono. The company specializes in discovering and developing monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating immune pathologies, particularly for conditions with significant unmet medical needs, including severe gastrointestinal diseases. Calypso Biotech operates as a semi-virtual organization, leveraging a highly experienced management team with expertise in drug development. The company focuses on creating substantial value for investors through a portfolio of unique proprietary antibody candidates designed to control homeostasis and improve treatment outcomes for patients.

iOnctura SA is a biopharmaceutical company based in Geneva, Switzerland, founded in 2017. The company focuses on developing innovative therapeutics aimed at modulating immunosuppression within the tumor microenvironment, which is a significant barrier to effective cancer treatment. Its product pipeline includes selective Pi3K inhibitors, Anti-Lag 3 antibodies, ATX inhibitors, Anti-CXCL12 antibodies, and Anti-CD73 antibodies. iOnctura aims to enhance the efficacy of existing immune checkpoint therapies by creating novel drugs that, when used in combination with these therapies, can optimize clinical outcomes for cancer patients. The company has formed partnerships with Merck and Cancer Research Technology, leveraging their resources to advance its preclinical molecules and establish promising combination therapies within cancer immunology. Supported by a distinguished scientific advisory board, iOnctura is well-positioned to innovate in the rapidly evolving field of cancer treatment.

Prexton Therapeutics is a Swiss-based biopharmaceutical company, founded in 2012 by Francois Conquet and MS Ventures as part of the Merck Serono Entrepreneur Partnership Program, a facility to support the creation of spin-offs from Merck Serono. Prexton Therapeutics applies a new scientific approach that fully integrates molecular, behavioural and chemistry technologies to address Parkinson’s disease and other brain disorders. Prexton Therapeutics uses its powerful discovery platform to target specific novel compounds focused on the treatment of Parkinson’s disease.

ObsEva SA is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Geneva, Switzerland, dedicated to developing innovative therapeutics for women's reproductive health and pregnancy. Founded in 2012 by Ernest Loumaye and André Chollet, the company focuses on addressing serious conditions such as endometriosis, heavy menstrual bleeding, and preterm labor. Its key products include Linzagolix, an oral gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor antagonist aimed at treating pain from endometriosis and uterine fibroids, and OBE022, a selective prostaglandin F2α receptor antagonist designed for once-daily treatment of preterm labor. Additionally, ObsEva is advancing Nolasiban, an oral oxytocin receptor antagonist intended to enhance clinical pregnancy and live birth rates in women undergoing in vitro fertilization. The company operates primarily in Switzerland and is committed to improving outcomes for women facing reproductive health challenges.

Prexton Therapeutics is a Swiss-based biopharmaceutical company, founded in 2012 by Francois Conquet and MS Ventures as part of the Merck Serono Entrepreneur Partnership Program, a facility to support the creation of spin-offs from Merck Serono. Prexton Therapeutics applies a new scientific approach that fully integrates molecular, behavioural and chemistry technologies to address Parkinson’s disease and other brain disorders. Prexton Therapeutics uses its powerful discovery platform to target specific novel compounds focused on the treatment of Parkinson’s disease.

Calypso Biotech SA is an immunotherapy biotechnology company based in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, founded in 2013 as a spin-off from Merck Serono. The company specializes in discovering and developing monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating immune pathologies, particularly for conditions with significant unmet medical needs, including severe gastrointestinal diseases. Calypso Biotech operates as a semi-virtual organization, leveraging a highly experienced management team with expertise in drug development. The company focuses on creating substantial value for investors through a portfolio of unique proprietary antibody candidates designed to control homeostasis and improve treatment outcomes for patients.