Omega Funds

Omega Funds is a venture capital investment firm established in 2004 and located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm specializes in investing in various sectors, including life sciences, digital health, immunology, rare diseases, precision medicine, oncology, cybersecurity, and software as a service. As a Registered Investment Adviser, Omega Funds focuses on identifying and supporting innovative companies within these fields to drive advancements and improve outcomes in healthcare and technology.

Hugo Beekman

Principal

Draetta CFA, Francesco L.

Principal

Paulina Hill

Biotech investor

Claudio Nessi

Managing Director

Powell, Michael F.

Executive Partner

Otello Stampacchia

Founder

Saoussen Ben Halima Ph.D

Senior Associate, Investment

Past deals in Boston, MA

Aerium Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Aerium Therapeutics focuses on the discovery and development of novel monoclonal antibodies and antiviral treatments aimed at combating SARS-CoV-2 variants. The company is dedicated to creating a pipeline of biologics and small molecule antivirals, specifically designed to address pandemic and epidemic threats. Its fully integrated discovery platform utilizes a wide network of international collaborations and established research infrastructures. This approach enables the development of targeted antigens for both the treatment and prevention of COVID-19, as well as emerging variants of the virus.

Scorpion Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Scorpion Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing next-generation precision oncology technologies for cancer treatment. Founded in 2020, the company specializes in creating targeted small-molecule drugs that interact with validated cancer targets. Its research encompasses therapies aimed at known oncogenes, previously undruggable cancer targets, and novel targets. By integrating technologies across target discovery, medicinal chemistry, and translational medicine, Scorpion Therapeutics aims to advance a comprehensive pipeline of optimized compounds. The company's goal is to expand the reach of precision medicine, enabling healthcare professionals to offer innovative treatments to a broader range of cancer patients.

Scorpion Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Scorpion Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing next-generation precision oncology technologies for cancer treatment. Founded in 2020, the company specializes in creating targeted small-molecule drugs that interact with validated cancer targets. Its research encompasses therapies aimed at known oncogenes, previously undruggable cancer targets, and novel targets. By integrating technologies across target discovery, medicinal chemistry, and translational medicine, Scorpion Therapeutics aims to advance a comprehensive pipeline of optimized compounds. The company's goal is to expand the reach of precision medicine, enabling healthcare professionals to offer innovative treatments to a broader range of cancer patients.

Atea Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2020
Atea Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that focuses on discovering and developing antiviral therapies for severe viral infections. The company's lead candidate, AT-527, is an antiviral agent currently undergoing phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2. Additionally, Atea is developing several other product candidates, including AT-787, which is in phase 2 trials for hepatitis C, and AT-752 for dengue. Other candidates, such as AT-889 and AT-934, are also in phase 2 clinical trials targeting respiratory syncytial virus. Established in 2014, Atea Pharmaceuticals aims to improve treatment options for patients suffering from serious viral infections.
Paratek Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing and commercializing innovative therapies targeting life-threatening diseases and public health threats for civilian and military use. Its lead products include NUZYRA (omadacycline), a broad-spectrum antibiotic available in both oral and intravenous formulations, designed for treating community-acquired bacterial pneumonia and acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections. Another key product is SEYSARA (sarecycline), developed for the treatment of moderate to severe acne vulgaris. Paratek's research is grounded in novel tetracycline chemistry, and the company has received Qualified Infectious Disease Product designations from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its antibiotic candidates. Additionally, Paratek has established collaborative agreements with various organizations, including Tufts University and the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases, to advance its drug development efforts.
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