Pfizer

Pfizer is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, founded in 1849 and headquartered in the United States. The company is dedicated to improving health and well-being by applying scientific advancements and global resources. Pfizer manufactures and sells a diverse range of healthcare products, primarily focusing on prescription drugs and vaccines, which account for the majority of its sales. Notable products include the pneumococcal vaccine Prevnar 13, the cancer treatment Ibrance, and the cardiovascular drug Eliquis. With annual sales nearing $50 billion, Pfizer has a strong international presence, with nearly half of its sales derived from global markets, particularly emerging economies. The firm is committed to providing access to safe, effective, and affordable medicines to enhance patient outcomes and address pressing healthcare challenges.

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Flare Therapeutics

Series B in 2023
Flare Therapeutics is a biotechnology company opening up a new therapeutic space with a novel approach to decipher the biology of transcription factors to develop small molecule medicines. Based on insights from the seminal work of its scientific founders, Flare’s team has uncovered ‘switch sites,’ druggable regions that are key targets for transcription factor regulation to address mutations that cause disease. Our drug discovery to target switch sites has rapidly advanced, resulting in an emerging pipeline of drug programs that address well-validated transcription factors, initially focused on precision oncology with future potential in neurology, rare genetic disorders, immunology, and inflammation.

VitaDAO

Venture Round in 2023
VitaDAO is a decentralized collective funding early stage longevity research Our mission is to extend human lifespan by researching, financing, and commercializing longevity therapeutics in an open and democratic manner. VitaDAO and its members are committed to nurturing and developing the intellectual property, licenses, and data sets that result from the projects it supports. Members can join VitaDAO by purchasing VITA tokens or earning them through contributions of work or Intellectual Property.

Nimbus Apollo

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

ReCode Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
ReCode Therapeutics is a development-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the correction of the nonsense mutations that account for 1/3 of all inherited diseases, including approximately 10% of cystic fibrosis. They have combined selected tRNAs with their unique and diverse proprietary delivery platforms to create and develop first-in-class suppressor tRNA-nanoparticle therapeutics for correcting nonsense mutations. ReCode’s diverse pipeline includes lead programs for primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) and nonsense mutations in cystic fibrosis (CF). The company’s proprietary non-viral lipid nanoparticle platform enables the delivery of a variety of payloads, and precise organ targeting of nucleic acid and protein payloads via both systemic and local delivery. ReCode is leveraging its nanoparticle and nucleic acid technologies across multiple modalities, including mRNA-mediated protein replacement therapies, first-in-class tRNA NanoCorrectors for diseases caused by nonsense mutations, and gene editing. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Dallas, Texas.

DEM BioPharma

Series A in 2022
DEM BioPharma is an immuno-oncology company that is working to eradicate cancer by targeting novel innate immune system checkpoints.

Valneva

Post in 2022
Valneva SE is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing vaccines for infectious diseases that lack effective solutions. It offers two commercial vaccines for travelers: IXIARO/JESPECT, which prevents Japanese encephalitis, and DUKORAL, aimed at preventing cholera and certain types of diarrhea. The company is also advancing a pipeline of vaccines, including a candidate targeting Lyme disease and a single-shot vaccine for chikungunya. Valneva operates in several countries, including Austria, Canada, France, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Nantes, France, Valneva collaborates with Dynavax Technologies Corporation to enhance vaccine development efforts, particularly in response to COVID-19.

Dren Bio

Series B in 2022
Dren Bio is a biotechnology company with a portfolio of attractive projects focused on powerful protein engineering technologies for the depletion of cells, protein aggregates, and other disease-causing agents. It is a holding company business model aimed at creating value with multiple projects as stand-alone assets.

ImCheck Therapeutics

Series C in 2022
ImCheck Therapeutics SAS is a biotechnology company incorporated in 2015 and based in Marseille, France. The company specializes in designing and developing immunotherapeutics that target the butyrophilin super-family of checkpoint molecules, specifically engaging γ9δ2 T cells. With a primary focus on immuno-oncology, ImCheck Therapeutics develops immunomodulatory antibodies aimed at treating various cancers, including breast, gastric, and ovarian cancers, as well as other immune-related diseases. The company is dedicated to addressing severe unmet medical needs through its innovative approach to cancer treatment and the development of next-generation immunotherapeutics.

ImmunOs Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
ImmunOs Therapeutics AG is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Schlieren, Switzerland, founded in 2014. The company specializes in the discovery and development of novel human immunomodulatory proteins aimed at enhancing cancer treatment and addressing autoimmune diseases. By focusing on next-generation therapeutics, ImmunOs aims to create drugs that not only exhibit direct anti-tumor effects but also remodel the tumor microenvironment. Additionally, the company is developing antibodies designed to block the activation of specific HLA molecules associated with autoimmune conditions. Through its innovative approach, ImmunOs Therapeutics seeks to improve the lives of patients suffering from serious diseases.
Zentalis Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing clinically differentiated, novel small molecule therapeutics that target fundamental biological pathways in cancer.

Resistell AG

Grant in 2022
Resistell is a antibiotic resistance test.

Triana Biomedicines

Series A in 2022
Triana Biomedicines is a developer of a molecular glue discovery platform to regulate disease targets that are difficult to address with any other modality. Triana’s drug discovery engine is powered by high-resolution structural insights, state-of-the-art in silico tools, and bespoke chemical libraries. The research team has validated the best-in-class platform and initiated multiple programs across different disease areas.
National Eczema Association is the 501(c)(3) non-profit, US patient advocacy organization serving people affected by eczema. NEA is the driving force for an eczema community fueled by knowledge, strengthened through collective action, and propelled by the promise of a better future.

RefleXion Medical

Venture Round in 2022
RefleXion Medical Inc. specializes in developing a biologically-guided radiotherapy system aimed at transforming cancer treatment. The company’s innovative technology allows tumors to continuously signal their location during therapy, facilitating the simultaneous treatment of multiple tumors, particularly in cases of metastasis. The RefleXion X1 machine is currently cleared for various forms of radiotherapy, including stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT). At the core of RefleXion's approach is the integration of positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging, which enables real-time tumor tracking and dose adaptation based on the biological characteristics of the tumors. This advancement in radiotherapy promises to enhance precision in cancer treatment, offering a potential paradigm shift in radiation oncology. RefleXion Medical, incorporated in 2009 and based in Hayward, California, has established strategic collaborations, including partnerships with Telix Pharmaceuticals and HealthMyne.

Arkuda Therapeutics

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

GeneDx

Post in 2022
Sema4 is a patient-centered predictive health company dedicated to advancing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. With their innovative Sema4 Health Intelligence Platform, they’re using advanced network analysis to build better models of human health and deliver personalized insights for patients.

Anaveon

Series B in 2021
Anaveon are developing IL-2 complexes which selectively promote effector T cell functions. Our compounds act as effective immune adjuvants with a broad therapeutic window and marked preclinical efficacy against cancer either as monotherapy or in combination with other therapies.
The International Rescue Committee (IRC), founded in 1933 and based in New York, is a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to providing humanitarian assistance in response to global crises. The IRC focuses on delivering emergency relief and rehabilitation services to individuals affected by conflict and disaster, particularly refugees. Its programs encompass a wide range of areas, including education, health care, women's empowerment, children's services, disaster response and preparedness, governance, and the promotion of human rights. By offering life-saving support and resources, the IRC aims to help individuals rebuild their lives and foster resilience in communities facing adversity. The organization is committed to advocating for those uprooted or impacted by violence and oppression.

PATH

Grant in 2021
PATH is an international nonprofit organization that transforms global health through innovation. They take an entrepreneurial approach to developing and delivering high-impact, low-cost solutions, from lifesaving vaccines and devices to collaborative programs with communities. Through our work in more than 70 countries, PATH and our partners empower people to achieve their full potential.
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®), a not-for-profit alliance of 26 of the world's leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education, is dedicated to improving the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of cancer care so that patients can live better lives. Through the leadership and expertise of clinical professionals at NCCN Member Institutions, NCCN develops resources that present valuable information to the numerous stakeholders in the health care delivery system. As the arbiter of high-quality cancer care, NCCN promotes the importance of continuous quality improvement and recognizes the significance of creating clinical practice guidelines appropriate for use by patients, clinicians, and other health care decision-makers. World-renowned experts from NCCN Member Institutions diagnose and treat patients with a broad spectrum of cancers and are recognized for dealing with complex, aggressive, or rare cancers. NCCN Member Institutions pioneered the concept of the multidisciplinary team approach to patient care and conduct innovative research that contributes significantly to understanding, diagnosing, and treating cancer. NCCN programs offer access to expert physicians, superior treatment, and quality and safety initiatives that continuously improve the effectiveness and efficiency of cancer care.

Parthenon Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Parthenon Therapeutics is inventing a novel class of anti-cancer therapies that reprogram the tumor microenvironment (TME). The interplay between cancer cells and their surrounding microenvironment is relevant in drug development as manycancers use the TME to build barriers that shield immune system attack. One approach, PRTH-101, breaks these barriers to overcome recalcitrant cancers. Based on research, the company is designing a portfolio of drug candidates to treat the right patients at the right time.

ReCode Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
ReCode Therapeutics is a development-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the correction of the nonsense mutations that account for 1/3 of all inherited diseases, including approximately 10% of cystic fibrosis. They have combined selected tRNAs with their unique and diverse proprietary delivery platforms to create and develop first-in-class suppressor tRNA-nanoparticle therapeutics for correcting nonsense mutations. ReCode’s diverse pipeline includes lead programs for primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) and nonsense mutations in cystic fibrosis (CF). The company’s proprietary non-viral lipid nanoparticle platform enables the delivery of a variety of payloads, and precise organ targeting of nucleic acid and protein payloads via both systemic and local delivery. ReCode is leveraging its nanoparticle and nucleic acid technologies across multiple modalities, including mRNA-mediated protein replacement therapies, first-in-class tRNA NanoCorrectors for diseases caused by nonsense mutations, and gene editing. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Dallas, Texas.

Anjarium Biosciences

Series A in 2021
Anjarium Biosciences is a transforming exosomes from cellular message couriers to potent therapeutic carriers for debilitating diseases. By harnessing the delivery propensity of our body’s natural communication network, we are forward engineering evolution to build a product engine for a new generation of targeted nanomedicines. Anjarium’s Hybridosome® platform creates unmatched advantages in the realm of engineering exosomes to address the therapeutic areas of cancer and rare genetic diseases.
Effector Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, established in 2012. The company specializes in the discovery and development of small molecule drugs designed to treat cancer and other serious diseases by selectively regulating protein synthesis, specifically targeting mRNA translation. Effector Therapeutics focuses on developing translation regulators that inhibit disregulated translation, which is crucial for tumor growth and survival. This innovative approach aims to provide potent and selective therapeutic options, offering a promising avenue for delivering new cancer treatments to patients in need.

Jnana Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Jnana Therapeutics Inc. is a Boston-based company founded in 2016 that operates a drug discovery platform centered on solute carrier (SLC) transporters. The company focuses on key disease pathways related to immunometabolism, lysosomal function, and mucosal defense, targeting areas such as immuno-oncology, inflammatory disorders, and neurological diseases. By leveraging its innovative approach, Jnana Therapeutics aims to discover and develop transformative medicines that address significant medical needs and improve patient outcomes.

Strata Oncology

Series C in 2021
Strata Oncology is a precision oncology company dedicated to transforming cancer care by expanding patient access to precision medicine clinical trials and accelerating drug approval. Strata's national precision oncology platform serves the needs of patients, providers and drug developers by providing a link from patient screening to streamlined enrollment in mutation-matched clinical trials. Follow us on Twitter @StrataOncology.

Artios Pharma

Series C in 2021
Artios Pharma Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative cancer treatments that target DNA damage response (DDR) pathways. Founded in 2015, the company aims to create first-in-class therapies that selectively kill cancer cells by exploiting the mechanisms involved in DNA repair. Its product pipeline features several promising candidates, including DNA polymerase theta (Polθ) and an in-licensed program targeting a novel DDR protein. Artios collaborates with Cancer Research Technology and leading researchers in the field to advance its development efforts. The company's leadership comprises experts with extensive experience in DDR drug discovery, and it has garnered investment from notable entities, including SV Life Sciences and AbbVie Ventures.

Spero Therapeutics

Post in 2021
Spero Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of novel treatments for multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacterial infections and rare diseases. The company's key product candidates include tebipenem pivoxil hydrobromide, an oral antibiotic aimed at treating MDR gram-negative infections in adults; SPR206, an intravenous agent targeting MDR gram-negative infections in hospital settings; and SPR720, an oral antibiotic for pulmonary non-tuberculous mycobacterial disease. Spero Therapeutics has entered various agreements, including a licensing partnership with Meiji Seika Pharma to develop tebipenem HBr and collaborations with Everest Medicines and the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute for the development and commercialization of SPR206 and SPR720, respectively. Founded in 2013, Spero Therapeutics aims to address urgent medical needs through innovative therapeutic solutions for serious bacterial infections.

Interius BioTherapeutics

Series A in 2021
Interius BioTherapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company that targets cancer. The company spun out the University of Pennsylvania and is targeting cancer.

Amplyx Pharmaceuticals

Acquisition in 2021
Amplyx Pharmaceuticals is a pre-clinical stage company focusing on the development of small molecule drugs with enhanced efficacy and lower toxicity. Amplyx employs a platform approach to improve small molecule drugs by the addition of a second small molecule to an existing drug. The company develops innovative therapies for debilitating and life-threatening diseases that affect people with compromised immune systems. Amplyx Pharmaceuticals was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.

Pyxis Oncology

Series B in 2021
Pyxis Oncology, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing antibody therapeutics that enhance the immune response against cancer. Founded in 2018 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company specializes in analyzing tumor antigen-specific tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes within hot tumors and tumor cell signaling pathways in cold tumors. This research informs the creation of novel antibody-based immunotherapies aimed at targeting difficult-to-treat cancers. Pyxis Oncology's goal is to develop next-generation therapeutics that not only kill tumor cells but also address the underlying issues that facilitate cancer's proliferation and immune evasion, ultimately improving the quality of life for patients.

Imcyse

Series B in 2021
Imcyse SA, a clinical-stage biotech company, develops active and specific immunotherapeutic to treat and prevent severe chronic diseases caused by disruptions of the immune system. Its portfolio includes ImotopeTM, a development program for type 1 diabetes. The company was founded in 2010 and headquartered in Liège, Belgium.

LianBio

Venture Round in 2020
LianBio’s mission is to catalyze the development and accelerate availability of paradigm-shifting medicines to patients in China and major Asian markets through partnerships that provide access to the best science-driven therapeutic discoveries. LianBio collaborates with world-class partners across a diverse array of therapeutic and geographic areas to build out a pipeline based on disease relevance and the ability to impact patients with transformative mechanisms and precision-based therapeutics.

Palleon Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2020
Palleon Pharmaceuticals Inc., a biotechnology company, focuses on developing drugs that target glycan-mediated immune regulation to treat cancer and inflammatory diseases. It offers therapeutics to treat cancer and inflammatory diseases. The company also develops drugs for inflammatory diseases, such as autoimmunity and fibrosis. Palleon Pharmaceuticals Inc. was formerly known as Palleon Pharma Inc. and changed its name to Palleon Pharmaceuticals Inc. in February 2017. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts.

ESSA Pharma

Post in 2020
ESSA Pharma Inc. is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company based in Vancouver, Canada, established in 2009. The company specializes in developing novel therapies for advanced prostate cancer, particularly focusing on small molecule drugs that target the androgen receptor. Its lead product, EPI-7386, is an oral therapy currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials aimed at treating patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. By selectively blocking the N-terminal domain of the androgen receptor, ESSA's approach addresses a critical mechanism necessary for the growth and survival of prostate cancer cells, positioning the company at the forefront of next-generation hormone therapy development.
Cerevel (www.cerevel.com) is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing drug candidates to treat disorders of the central nervous system (CNS). The company has a portfolio of pre-commercial neuroscience assets, which include three clinical-stage compounds and several pre-clinical compounds designed to target a broad range of CNS disorders including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, schizophrenia and addiction. Headquartered in the Greater Boston area, Cerevel was formed in 2018 through a partnership between Bain Capital and Pfizer.

BioAtla

Series D in 2020
BioAtla, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing specific and selective antibody-based therapeutics for various cancers. The company's lead product candidate, BA3011, is a conditionally active biologic (CAB) antibody-drug conjugate aimed at treating soft tissue and bone sarcomas, non-small cell lung cancer, and other tumor types. Additionally, BioAtla is developing BA3021, a CAB ADC targeted at non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma, as well as BA3071, which is an anti-cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated antigen 4 antibody for various cancers including renal cell carcinoma and bladder cancer. Utilizing proprietary platforms for antibody discovery and optimization, BioAtla aims to create safer and more effective cancer treatments by enhancing selectivity for tumor tissues while minimizing effects on normal tissues. The company holds over 150 issued patents and applications related to its innovative therapeutic approaches, which have the potential to address previously untreatable cancers.

MISSION Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2020
MISSION Therapeutics Ltd. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, focused on discovering and developing small-molecule drugs that selectively target deubiquitylating enzymes (DUBs). The company's pipeline includes promising candidates such as USP30, which is aimed at treating Parkinson's disease and cancer, and USP7, which is recognized as a significant target in oncology. In addition to these, MISSION Therapeutics has various DUB programs that address conditions in oncology, neurodegeneration, rare mitochondrial diseases, kidney disease, and inflammation. Founded in 2011, the company is actively engaged in advancing its innovative drug development platform, which capitalizes on the ubiquitin pathway to enhance protein homeostasis and offers potential therapeutic options in several challenging medical areas.

Bolt Biotherapeutics

Series C in 2020
Bolt Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cancer treatments through its Boltbody platform, which centers on immune-stimulating antibody conjugates (ISAC). This platform combines tumor-targeting antibodies with potent immune stimulants, such as TLR agonists, to transform cold tumors into immunologically active ones and facilitate tumor elimination. One of the company's key developments is BDC-1001, designed as a monotherapy for patients with HER2-expressing solid tumors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Bolt Biotherapeutics aims to advance cancer immunotherapy and improve patient outcomes. The company was previously known as Bolt Therapeutics before rebranding in July 2015.

4D Molecular Therapeutics

Series C in 2020
4D Molecular Therapeutics is a clinical-stage gene therapy company based in Emeryville, California, that specializes in developing targeted gene therapy products using evolved adeno-associated virus vectors. The company has a diverse portfolio focusing on three main therapeutic areas: ophthalmology, cardiology, and pulmonology. Key product candidates include 4D-125, currently in a Phase I/II clinical trial for treating X-linked retinitis pigmentosa; 4D-110, in a Phase I trial for choroideremia; and 4D-310, also in a Phase I/II trial for Fabry disease. Additionally, 4D Molecular Therapeutics is developing investigational new drug candidates such as 4D-150 for wet age-related macular degeneration and 4D-710 for cystic fibrosis lung disease. The company aims to address unmet medical needs through its innovative gene therapies.

Autobahn Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Autobahn Therapeutics, Inc. develops small molecule therapies for the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) disorders. The company develops ABX-002, a thyroid hormone receptor beta agonist therapy for the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS), and adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN). Autobahn Therapeutics, Inc. was formerly known as Llama Therapeutics, Inc. and changed its name to Autobahn Therapeutics, Inc. in December 2019. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in San Diego, California.

Amplyx Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2020
Amplyx Pharmaceuticals is a pre-clinical stage company focusing on the development of small molecule drugs with enhanced efficacy and lower toxicity. Amplyx employs a platform approach to improve small molecule drugs by the addition of a second small molecule to an existing drug. The company develops innovative therapies for debilitating and life-threatening diseases that affect people with compromised immune systems. Amplyx Pharmaceuticals was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.

FoRx Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2020
FoRx Therapeutics AG is a biotechnology company based in Basel, Switzerland, founded in 2019. The company specializes in developing first-in-class therapeutic compounds for cancer treatment by targeting key molecular mechanisms related to DNA replication stress. This innovative approach aims to create targeted anticancer drugs that address critical aspects of cancer biology. As a privately-held entity, FoRx Therapeutics is committed to advancing its research and development efforts in the oncology space.

RefleXion Medical

Series D in 2020
RefleXion Medical Inc. specializes in developing a biologically-guided radiotherapy system aimed at transforming cancer treatment. The company’s innovative technology allows tumors to continuously signal their location during therapy, facilitating the simultaneous treatment of multiple tumors, particularly in cases of metastasis. The RefleXion X1 machine is currently cleared for various forms of radiotherapy, including stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT). At the core of RefleXion's approach is the integration of positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging, which enables real-time tumor tracking and dose adaptation based on the biological characteristics of the tumors. This advancement in radiotherapy promises to enhance precision in cancer treatment, offering a potential paradigm shift in radiation oncology. RefleXion Medical, incorporated in 2009 and based in Hayward, California, has established strategic collaborations, including partnerships with Telix Pharmaceuticals and HealthMyne.

Kymera Therapeutics

Series C in 2020
Kymera Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, established in 2015. It specializes in targeted protein degradation, developing innovative small molecule therapeutics that selectively degrade proteins associated with various diseases by utilizing the body's natural protein degradation mechanisms. The company is advancing several therapeutic programs, including the IRAK4 program aimed at treating immunology-inflammation diseases such as hidradenitis suppurativa, atopic dermatitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Additionally, it is developing the IRAKIMiD program for MYD88-mutated diffuse large B cell lymphoma and the STAT3 program for hematologic malignancies and solid tumors, as well as autoimmune diseases. Through its proprietary predictive modeling platform, Kymera Therapeutics seeks to accelerate drug discovery and address previously untreatable conditions.

Montis Biosciences

Seed Round in 2020
Montis Biosciences develops immune-oncology therapeutics targeting the intersection between vascular dysfunction and immune suppression to treat solid tumors. It creates a target screening and assay platform to develop targets modulating interactions between tumor endothelial cells and perivascular macrophages. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Meise, Belgium.

EvolveImmune Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2020
EvolveImmune Therapeutics transforms the discovery and development of novel immunotherapies. By leveraging its proprietary in vivo target discovery platform, EvolveImmune is building a pipeline of novel therapeutic candidates against numerous targets that are expressed on multiple immune cell types. The company’s platform will generate first-in-class treatments for unmet needs in oncology and autoimmune diseases.

Metabomed

Series B in 2019
Metabomed is a drug discovery company focused on developing treatments for cancer by targeting the unique metabolic pathways of cancer cells. Utilizing a proprietary platform that integrates computational biology, genomics, and metabolomics, Metabomed identifies specific metabolic alterations associated with cancer growth. The company's small molecule drugs are designed to halt the proliferation of reprogrammed cancer cells, which allows oncologists to initiate treatment more swiftly and enhances the chances of successful patient outcomes while minimizing harm to healthy tissues. Through its innovative approach, Metabomed aims to advance cancer treatment by addressing the metabolic characteristics that distinguish cancer cells from normal cells.

Triplet Therapeutics

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

ImmunOs Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
ImmunOs Therapeutics AG is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Schlieren, Switzerland, founded in 2014. The company specializes in the discovery and development of novel human immunomodulatory proteins aimed at enhancing cancer treatment and addressing autoimmune diseases. By focusing on next-generation therapeutics, ImmunOs aims to create drugs that not only exhibit direct anti-tumor effects but also remodel the tumor microenvironment. Additionally, the company is developing antibodies designed to block the activation of specific HLA molecules associated with autoimmune conditions. Through its innovative approach, ImmunOs Therapeutics seeks to improve the lives of patients suffering from serious diseases.

ImCheck Therapeutics

Series B in 2019
ImCheck Therapeutics SAS is a biotechnology company incorporated in 2015 and based in Marseille, France. The company specializes in designing and developing immunotherapeutics that target the butyrophilin super-family of checkpoint molecules, specifically engaging γ9δ2 T cells. With a primary focus on immuno-oncology, ImCheck Therapeutics develops immunomodulatory antibodies aimed at treating various cancers, including breast, gastric, and ovarian cancers, as well as other immune-related diseases. The company is dedicated to addressing severe unmet medical needs through its innovative approach to cancer treatment and the development of next-generation immunotherapeutics.

Arkuda Therapeutics

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

UE LifeSciences

Grant in 2019
Breast Cancer is disproportinately affecting all fast growing economies and developing regions around the world where helathcare resources are limited and organized mammography led screening is not possible. Early detection would bring about the largest impact towards improving survival, quality of life and reducing the burden of breast cancer. At UE LifeSciences, we are developing innovative yet affordable & easy-to-use tools that any healthworker or doctor can operate with basic training.

Array BioPharma

Acquisition in 2019
Array BioPharma is a biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the development and commercialization of small molecule drugs to treat patients afflicted with cancer and other high-burden diseases. The company partnered drugs are binimetinib (MEK162), encorafenib (LGX818), selumetinib (partnered with AstraZeneca), danoprevir (partnered with Roche), ipatasertib (partnered with Genentech), larotrectinib (partnered with Loxo Oncology), and tucatinib (partnered with Cascadian Therapeutics). The company is committed to providing therapies to patients. Array BioPharma was founded on 1998 and is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.

Storm Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
Storm Therapeutics Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, focused on discovering and developing small molecule drugs that target RNA-modifying enzymes for cancer treatment. Established in 2015, the company aims to create novel therapeutics by targeting pathways involved in RNA modification. Originally known as Iceni Therapeutics Limited, it rebranded to Storm Therapeutics in June 2016. Through its innovative approach, Storm Therapeutics seeks to advance cancer therapeutics by leveraging the role of RNA in cellular processes.

Therachon

Acquisition in 2019
Therachon is a global biotechnology company focused on developing medicines for rare, genetic diseases that currently have no available treatments. The company’s lead pipeline candidate, TA-46, is a novel protein therapy in development for achondroplasia, the most common form of short-limbed dwarfism. Therachon is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, with research labs in Nice, France.

Arrakis Therapeutics

Series B in 2019
Arrakis Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative drugs that target ribonucleic acid (RNA) to treat a variety of diseases, including cancer and rare genetic disorders. The company employs a unique drug discovery platform that integrates advanced RNA bioinformatics and structural tools, allowing it to identify new RNA targets and create RNA-targeted small molecules (rSMs). Its proprietary pipeline consists of these rSMs aimed at genetically validated targets across multiple disease areas. Additionally, Arrakis offers SHAPEware, a software tool that assists in predicting RNA secondary structures and potential ligand-binding sites. Founded in 2015 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Arrakis Therapeutics aims to enhance therapeutic options for patients through its cutting-edge research and development efforts.

SpringWorks Therapeutics

Series B in 2019
SpringWorks Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that specializes in identifying, developing, and commercializing therapies for underserved patient populations suffering from severe rare diseases and cancer. The firm's pipeline product includes Mirdametinib, Nirogacestat, and others. The company was founded in 2017 and headquartered in Connecticut, United States.

Vivet Therapeutics

Corporate Round in 2019
Vivet Therapeutics is dedicated to developing innovative gene therapy treatments for orphan diseases. Vivet Therapeutics is focused on optimizing gene therapy through a partnership with the Fundacion para la Investigacion Medica Aplicada (FIMA) at the Centro de Investigación Medica Aplicada (CIMA, Universidad de Navarra) to develop new AAV vectors specifically targeting the liver and generating new technologies to optimize gene delivery and long term expression.

Imara

Series B in 2019
Imara, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapeutics for patients with rare genetic disorders of hemoglobin, particularly sickle cell disease and beta-thalassemia. Founded in 2016, the company is advancing IMR-687, a once-daily oral therapy designed to be a potent small molecule inhibitor of PDE9. This therapeutic aims to address the significant health challenges associated with these conditions, which can lead to reduced healthy red blood cells and various complications. Imara was established following a collaboration between Cydan Development and H. Lundbeck A/S, with initial funding from notable life science investors.

Gliknik

Corporate Round in 2019
Gliknik Inc., a biopharmaceuticals company, develops therapies for patients with cancer and immune disorders. It offers GL-0817 for the prevention of the recurrence of squamous cell cancer of the oral cavity; GL-2045 for the treatment of a range of autoimmune diseases, including low platelet count (ITP), peripheral neuropathy (CIDP), and Myasthenia gravis; and GB-4542, an anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody therapy. Gliknik Inc. was founded in 2007 and is based in Baltimore, Maryland.

NextCure

Series B in 2018
NextCure, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Beltsville, Maryland, dedicated to discovering and developing innovative immunomedicines for cancer and other immune-related diseases. The company’s lead product candidate, NC318, is currently undergoing Phase 2 clinical trials aimed at treating advanced or metastatic solid tumors. Additionally, NextCure is advancing NC410, an immunomedicine designed to counteract immune suppression through targeting an immune modulator known as Leukocyte-Associated Immunoglobulin-like Receptor 1. The company is also engaged in research programs evaluating novel immunomodulatory molecules, including antibodies in preclinical development that target specific immune modulators in inflamed tissues and tumor microenvironments. NextCure has established a license agreement with Yale University and collaborates with Eli Lilly and Company for research and development efforts. Founded in 2015, the company leverages proprietary platforms to identify biologically relevant targets and develop first-in-class immunotherapy products.

Kymera Therapeutics

Series B in 2018
Kymera Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, established in 2015. It specializes in targeted protein degradation, developing innovative small molecule therapeutics that selectively degrade proteins associated with various diseases by utilizing the body's natural protein degradation mechanisms. The company is advancing several therapeutic programs, including the IRAK4 program aimed at treating immunology-inflammation diseases such as hidradenitis suppurativa, atopic dermatitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Additionally, it is developing the IRAKIMiD program for MYD88-mutated diffuse large B cell lymphoma and the STAT3 program for hematologic malignancies and solid tumors, as well as autoimmune diseases. Through its proprietary predictive modeling platform, Kymera Therapeutics seeks to accelerate drug discovery and address previously untreatable conditions.

Morphic Therapeutic

Series B in 2018
Morphic Therapeutic is a biotechnology company focused on developing oral small-molecule integrin therapeutics for various medical conditions, including autoimmune diseases, cardiovascular issues, metabolic disorders, fibrosis, and cancer. Its lead candidates in clinical development include MORF-720, an avß6 specific integrin inhibitor targeting idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and primary sclerosing cholangitis, and MORF-057, an a4ß7 specific integrin inhibitor for inflammatory bowel disease. The company is also exploring additional integrin inhibitors for similar applications. Founded in 2015, Morphic Therapeutic has established collaborations with various organizations, including Engitix Ltd, Schrödinger, LLC, AbbVie Biotechnology Ltd, and Janssen Pharmaceuticals, to advance its research and development efforts. The company is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, and leverages scientific discoveries made by its founder Tim Springer to innovate in the field of integrin therapies.

System1 Biosciences

Series A in 2018
System1 Biosciences, Inc., is a San Francisco-based neurotherapeutics company that employs phenotypic screening to discover novel drugs for complex neurological and psychiatric diseases such as epilepsy, autism, and schizophrenia, disorders for which current discovery techniques have proved least successful. System1 combines cerebral organoid science, systems neuroscience, robotic automation, and advanced data analytics to discover characterizations of disease never before achievable. These “deep phenotypes” are exploited to identify novel therapeutic targets and drug treatments.

BlueLight Therapeutics

Series C in 2018
Biodesy has developed a unique and highly sensitive means of detecting conformational change in proteins and other biological molecules. Our technology, based on a phenomenon called ‘second-harmonic generation’ (SHG), can monitor structural change at any site within a protein, in real time.

4D Molecular Therapeutics

Series B in 2018
4D Molecular Therapeutics is a clinical-stage gene therapy company based in Emeryville, California, that specializes in developing targeted gene therapy products using evolved adeno-associated virus vectors. The company has a diverse portfolio focusing on three main therapeutic areas: ophthalmology, cardiology, and pulmonology. Key product candidates include 4D-125, currently in a Phase I/II clinical trial for treating X-linked retinitis pigmentosa; 4D-110, in a Phase I trial for choroideremia; and 4D-310, also in a Phase I/II trial for Fabry disease. Additionally, 4D Molecular Therapeutics is developing investigational new drug candidates such as 4D-150 for wet age-related macular degeneration and 4D-710 for cystic fibrosis lung disease. The company aims to address unmet medical needs through its innovative gene therapies.

Magnolia Neurosciences

Series A in 2018
Magnolia Neurosciences Corporation is a New York-based company focused on drug discovery and development, specifically targeting neuroprotective therapies for central nervous system diseases and neurodegeneration. Established in 2018, the company aims to create proprietary small molecule therapeutics that prevent neuronal cell death, offering new treatment options for patients with neurodegenerative disorders and related conditions. Magnolia Neurosciences was founded to advance technologies developed at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Therapeutics Discovery Division and the Neurodegeneration Consortium. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to address significant medical needs in the field of neurology.

Artios Pharma

Series B in 2018
Artios Pharma Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative cancer treatments that target DNA damage response (DDR) pathways. Founded in 2015, the company aims to create first-in-class therapies that selectively kill cancer cells by exploiting the mechanisms involved in DNA repair. Its product pipeline features several promising candidates, including DNA polymerase theta (Polθ) and an in-licensed program targeting a novel DDR protein. Artios collaborates with Cancer Research Technology and leading researchers in the field to advance its development efforts. The company's leadership comprises experts with extensive experience in DDR drug discovery, and it has garnered investment from notable entities, including SV Life Sciences and AbbVie Ventures.

Therachon

Series B in 2018
Therachon is a global biotechnology company focused on developing medicines for rare, genetic diseases that currently have no available treatments. The company’s lead pipeline candidate, TA-46, is a novel protein therapy in development for achondroplasia, the most common form of short-limbed dwarfism. Therachon is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, with research labs in Nice, France.

Nimbus Apollo

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

Cortexyme

Series B in 2018
Cortexyme, Inc., a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company, focuses on developing therapeutics for Alzheimer’s disease and other degenerative disorders. Its lead drug candidate is COR388, an orally-administered brain-penetrating small molecule gingipain inhibitor, which is in Phase II/III for use in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.

Strata Oncology

Series B in 2018
Strata Oncology is a precision oncology company dedicated to transforming cancer care by expanding patient access to precision medicine clinical trials and accelerating drug approval. Strata's national precision oncology platform serves the needs of patients, providers and drug developers by providing a link from patient screening to streamlined enrollment in mutation-matched clinical trials. Follow us on Twitter @StrataOncology.

Allogene Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Allogene Therapeutics is a clinical stage immuno-oncology company. It is mainly engaged in the development and commercialization of genetically engineered allogeneic T cell therapies for the treatment of cancer. The company is involved in developing a pipeline of multiple allogeneic T cell product candidates utilizing validated gene editing and advanced proprietary cell manufacturing technologies. Its pipeline includes UCART19 which is developed for the treatment of relapsed or refractory acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), as well as several preclinical allogeneic CAR T therapies.

RefleXion Medical

Series C in 2018
RefleXion Medical Inc. specializes in developing a biologically-guided radiotherapy system aimed at transforming cancer treatment. The company’s innovative technology allows tumors to continuously signal their location during therapy, facilitating the simultaneous treatment of multiple tumors, particularly in cases of metastasis. The RefleXion X1 machine is currently cleared for various forms of radiotherapy, including stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT). At the core of RefleXion's approach is the integration of positron-emission tomography (PET) imaging, which enables real-time tumor tracking and dose adaptation based on the biological characteristics of the tumors. This advancement in radiotherapy promises to enhance precision in cancer treatment, offering a potential paradigm shift in radiation oncology. RefleXion Medical, incorporated in 2009 and based in Hayward, California, has established strategic collaborations, including partnerships with Telix Pharmaceuticals and HealthMyne.

Cydan

Venture Round in 2017
Cydan Development, Inc. is a company focused on the development and commercialization of therapies for orphan and rare diseases, with a particular emphasis on rare genetic disorders. Founded in 2012 and located in Lincoln, Massachusetts, Cydan functions as an orphan drug accelerator, identifying and de-risking compounds with therapeutic potential. The organization conducts comprehensive studies to support the further development of treatments by biotechnology firms. Cydan has worked on therapies for conditions such as Niemann-Pick Disease Type C and IMR-687 for sickle cell disease. The company leverages strong relationships with academic institutions and patient advocacy groups, along with deep expertise in drug development, to foster successful product commercialization and advance treatment options for underserved patient populations.

Palleon Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2017
Palleon Pharmaceuticals Inc., a biotechnology company, focuses on developing drugs that target glycan-mediated immune regulation to treat cancer and inflammatory diseases. It offers therapeutics to treat cancer and inflammatory diseases. The company also develops drugs for inflammatory diseases, such as autoimmunity and fibrosis. Palleon Pharmaceuticals Inc. was formerly known as Palleon Pharma Inc. and changed its name to Palleon Pharmaceuticals Inc. in February 2017. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts.

SpringWorks Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
SpringWorks Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that specializes in identifying, developing, and commercializing therapies for underserved patient populations suffering from severe rare diseases and cancer. The firm's pipeline product includes Mirdametinib, Nirogacestat, and others. The company was founded in 2017 and headquartered in Connecticut, United States.

Complexa

Series C in 2017
Complexa, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, focused on developing therapies for severe and life-threatening diseases associated with fibrosis and inflammation. Founded in 2008, the company is advancing its lead compound, CXA-10, an oral nitrated fatty acid, for the treatment of conditions such as focal segmental glomerulosclerosis and pulmonary arterial hypertension. Complexa utilizes proprietary technology to synthesize endogenous nitro-fatty acids and related mediators, which are designed to address a range of inflammatory, fibrotic, and central nervous system diseases. These nitro-fatty acids function as cell-signaling agents that regulate key inflammatory pathways, thereby enhancing the body's natural mechanisms for resolving tissue injury and promoting repair.

Effector Therapeutics

Series C in 2017
Effector Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, established in 2012. The company specializes in the discovery and development of small molecule drugs designed to treat cancer and other serious diseases by selectively regulating protein synthesis, specifically targeting mRNA translation. Effector Therapeutics focuses on developing translation regulators that inhibit disregulated translation, which is crucial for tumor growth and survival. This innovative approach aims to provide potent and selective therapeutic options, offering a promising avenue for delivering new cancer treatments to patients in need.

Neuronetics

Series G in 2017
Neuronetics is a company dedicated to creating non-invasive therapies for psychiatric and neurological disorders through the use of MRI-strength magnetic field pulses. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, Neuronetics has achieved a significant milestone as the first company to receive FDA clearance for a non-systemic and non-invasive treatment for depression, specifically aimed at patients who have not experienced relief from previous antidepressant therapies. The company's innovative approach positions it at the forefront of developing medical devices for the treatment of mental health conditions.

Aquinnah

Venture Round in 2017
Aquinnah Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing therapies for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2014, the company is engaged in innovative research aimed at modulating neurodegenerative stress granules, which are believed to play a significant role in the pathology of ALS and similar conditions. By leveraging insights from brain pathology, Aquinnah aims to create treatments that can slow the progression of ALS, Alzheimer's disease, and other related disorders, thereby providing valuable options for healthcare professionals and patients battling these critical diseases.

Cortexyme

Debt Financing in 2017
Cortexyme, Inc., a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company, focuses on developing therapeutics for Alzheimer’s disease and other degenerative disorders. Its lead drug candidate is COR388, an orally-administered brain-penetrating small molecule gingipain inhibitor, which is in Phase II/III for use in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.

Cordex Systems

Series A in 2017
Cordex Systems designs and manufactures a cardiovascular diagnostic device. Its product includes the Cordex EnDys System is a diagnostic tool that provides both early detection and ongoing monitoring of cardiovascular disease by measuring endothelial dysfunction.
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Arrakis Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Arrakis Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative drugs that target ribonucleic acid (RNA) to treat a variety of diseases, including cancer and rare genetic disorders. The company employs a unique drug discovery platform that integrates advanced RNA bioinformatics and structural tools, allowing it to identify new RNA targets and create RNA-targeted small molecules (rSMs). Its proprietary pipeline consists of these rSMs aimed at genetically validated targets across multiple disease areas. Additionally, Arrakis offers SHAPEware, a software tool that assists in predicting RNA secondary structures and potential ligand-binding sites. Founded in 2015 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Arrakis Therapeutics aims to enhance therapeutic options for patients through its cutting-edge research and development efforts.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2017
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing peptide therapeutics for the treatment of rare genetic disorders, particularly those leading to life-threatening metabolic conditions. Its primary product candidate, setmelanotide, is a first-in-class melanocortin-4 receptor agonist currently undergoing Phase III clinical trials for obesity related to pro-opiomelanocortin and leptin receptor deficiencies, as well as Bardet-Biedl and Alström syndromes. Additionally, setmelanotide is in Phase II trials for various other genetic obesity disorders. The company is also advancing RM-853, an orally available ghrelin O-acyltransferase inhibitor, in preclinical development for Prader-Willi syndrome. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Rhythm Pharmaceuticals aims to address significant unmet medical needs in the realm of genetic metabolic disorders through innovative therapies.

Amra

Venture Round in 2017
AMRA is an international medical technology company, the first in the world to transform MR images into precise body composition measurements using a cloud-based, computer-aided service.They collaborate with world-leading pharmaceutical organizations, biobanks and population cohorts, research institutions, hospitals, and clinics, aiding in the advancement of metabolic research and therapeutic application. With more accurate knowledge about our bodies, AMRA assists the world's medical leaders in predicting and preventing disease.

Superfluid Dx

Seed Round in 2017
Molecular Stethoscope, Inc., a molecular diagnostics company, develops clinically actionable tests that analyze organ-specific circulating RNA in blood. Its tests provide early detection and disease monitoring in critical areas, including neurodegenerative, coronary artery, and autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Molecular Stethoscope, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is based in San Diego, California.

DIR Technologies

Funding Round in 2016
DIR Technologies has disrupted the status quo of quality assurance in the packaging industry by applying technology born in the defense industry to sealing integrity monitoring. DIR Technologies is currently in the process of expanding the company’s product portfolio to include quality assurance and process control solutions for non-pharmaceutical packagers including the I2VS Lite, a stripped down, more modular version of the I2VS and the DIR Eye for heat sealing monitoring. The DIR Eye has numerous applications for packaging in different industries including: food and beverage, cosmetics, chemicals and medical device packaging.DIR solutions are in various stages of sales, pilots and trials with a number of tier one companies around the world.

Circle Pharma

Series A in 2016
Circle Pharma, Inc. is an early-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, specializing in the development of cell permeable macrocyclic peptide therapeutics. Founded in 2012 by Professors Matt Jacobson and Scott Lokey, the company utilizes proprietary computational design algorithms alongside innovative synthetic chemistry to target significant clinical challenges. Circle Pharma employs an iterative design process that creates large virtual libraries of diverse macrocycle scaffolds, chosen for their inherent permeability. This approach allows the company to develop potent and specific therapeutics aimed at important clinical targets. David J. Earp serves as the company's leader, guiding its mission to advance peptide-based therapies.

Ixchelsis

Venture Round in 2016
Ixchelsis Ltd is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Sandwich, United Kingdom, focused on developing IX-01, an oxytocin receptor antagonist aimed at treating premature ejaculation (PE). Established in 2011, the company is progressing IX-01 through clinical trials, having completed a Phase 1 single ascending dose study in healthy male volunteers. The drug is positioned to become a leading pharmacological option for PE treatment, and Ixchelsis is advancing towards clinical proof of concept. The company is supported by TVM Life Sciences Ventures VII and is led by a management team with extensive experience in pharmaceutical research and development, particularly in male sexual health.

AnTolRx

Series A in 2016
At AnTolRx they are approaching the treatment of autoimmune diseases differently–through the development of novel nanoparticle-based therapies to promote antigen-specific immune tolerance. Standard therapies broadly suppress the immune system, inducing side effects that may include life threatening infections and tumors. Thus, there is an unmet clinical need for methods of targeted immune-regulation. Their proprietary drug development approach selectively targets pathogenic immune cells providing a unique tolerogenic signal to induce an anti-inflammatory phenotype and better treat diseases.

Medivation

Acquisition in 2016
Medivation, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the rapid development of small molecule drugs to treat serious diseases for which there are limited treatment options. Together with its collaboration partner Astellas Pharma Inc. (Astellas), the Company is developing MDV3100 for multiple stages of advanced prostate cancer. As of December 31, 2011, it completed a Phase III trial in the latest stage. The Company's three subsidiaries include Medivation Prostate Therapeutics, Inc. (MPT), Medivation Neurology, Inc. (MNI) and Medivation Technologies, Inc. (MTI). MPT holds the Company’s MDV300 series technology, which is in development for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer, and MTI holds its earlier stage technologies. MNI holds its dimebon technology, which was in development for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and Huntington disease.

Bamboo Therapeutics

Acquisition in 2016
Bamboo was formed to advance the work of Dr. Richard Jude Samulski, the Director of the Gene Therapy Center at the University of North Carolina (UNC), from the laboratory into human clinical trials where it could meet the requirements for drug approval. Dr. Samulski is a pioneer in the field of gene therapy. Over thirty (30) years ago, Dr. Samulski was the first person to realize the potential to use the adeno-associated virus (AAV) as a vehicle to replace a defective gene with a healthy gene. Since that time, he has re-engineered the naturally occurring virus to target delivery to certain tissues, de-target other tissues, and improve its safety. This has resulted in over twenty (20) patents related to the use of AAV for therapeutic uses. Dr. Samulski continues to lead innovation in the field of vector optimization and AAV re-engineering.