Driehaus Capital Management

Driehaus Capital Management is a privately-held investment management firm based in Chicago, Illinois, with $10.9 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2013. Registered as an investment adviser with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission since 1983, the firm manages global, emerging markets, and U.S. growth equity, hedged equity, and absolute return investment strategies. The firm has a diverse institutional client base comprised of corporate and public pensions, endowments, foundations, sub-advisory, family offices, wealth managers and financial advisors, globally. Driehaus is a performance-oriented investment management boutique that emphasizes integrity, transparency, and the alignment of the firm’s interests with its clients.
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25 past transactions

NeoGenomics is a cancer reference laboratory that provides cancer testing and partnership programs to pathologists and oncologists.

Annexon, Inc.

Post in 2022
Annexon, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, discovers and develops therapeutics for autoimmune and neurodegenerative diseases. It focuses on the treatment of body, brain, and eye disorders. The company’s C1q is an initiating molecule of the classical complement pathway that targets distinct disease processes, such as antibody-mediated autoimmune disease and complement-mediated neurodegeneration. Its product candidates include ANX005, which has completed Phase 1b clinical trials to treat patients with guillain- barré syndrome; and ANX007, which has completed Phase 1b clinical trials to treat patients with glaucoma. The company’s candidates also comprise ANX005 that has completed preclinical trials to treat patients with warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia, Huntington's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis; ANX007, which has completed preclinical trials for the treatment of geographic atrophy; and ANX009 that has completed preclinical trials for the treatment of systemic autoimmune diseases. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.

Frontier Medicines

Series B in 2019
Frontier Medicines’is a developer of a chemoproteomics platform intended to further accelerate the path to drug discovery. The company's platform integrates advanced computational approaches and machine learning to discover and pharmacologically target new binding pockets on proteins, making them accessible to small-molecule drug discovery and development, enabling patients to consume breakthrough medicines that redefine the course of debilitating diseases.

Frontier Medicines

Series B in 2021
Frontier Medicines’is a developer of a chemoproteomics platform intended to further accelerate the path to drug discovery. The company's platform integrates advanced computational approaches and machine learning to discover and pharmacologically target new binding pockets on proteins, making them accessible to small-molecule drug discovery and development, enabling patients to consume breakthrough medicines that redefine the course of debilitating diseases.

Maze Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2022
Maze Therapeutics is a operator of a biotechnology firm intended to focused on translating genetic insights into new medicines. The company's translating genetic insights into new medicines by utilizing an approach that combines the analysis of large-scale human genetics data, functional genomics and an array of drug discovery approaches.and its also reveals modifier genes that confer protection and provides deeper understanding of the target biology and how these targets can be targeted with drug therapies, enabling patients with protection against diseases.

Alloptic

Venture Round in 2000
Alloptic delivers proven, standards-based passive optical network access equipment that operates at gigabit speeds. A complete suite of central office and customer premise equipment simplifies deployment for both Fiber-to-the-Business and Fiber-to-the-Home applications. Alloptic uses a pure Gigabit Ethernet Passive Optical Network (GEPON) architecture; i.e., no active components in the field. Alloptic got recap in 2004.
Ventyx Biosciences is a biotechnology company with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class highly differentiated clinical and pre-clinical stage programs focused on high-value targets.

Sonendo

Post in 2022
Sonendo developing innovative technologies to transform dentistry by Saving Teeth Through Sound Science®. The GentleWave® System shows significant improvements in clinical efficacy and practice efficiency when compared to standard root canal treatment.1,2, 3 Sonendo is the parent company of TDO® Software, the developer of the most widely used endodontic practice management software in the world, designed to simplify practice workflow. TDO software seamlessly integrates practice management, imaging, social media, referral reporting, CBCT imaging, and offers built-in communication with the GentleWave System.

DiCE Molecules Corp

Series C in 2021
DiCE Molecules Corp. develops a transformative platform for the discovery of novel small molecules directed against previously intractable targets in the pharmaceutical industry. Its technology allows the extension of directed evolution to provide organic compounds as the output. The company also develops a methodology for translating DNA encoded information directly into organic compounds in essence roboticizing the laborious processes of medicinal chemistry. Its technology is used in the fields of pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and materials sciences. DiCE Molecules Corp. was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

DiCE Molecules Corp

Series C in 2021
DiCE Molecules Corp. develops a transformative platform for the discovery of novel small molecules directed against previously intractable targets in the pharmaceutical industry. Its technology allows the extension of directed evolution to provide organic compounds as the output. The company also develops a methodology for translating DNA encoded information directly into organic compounds in essence roboticizing the laborious processes of medicinal chemistry. Its technology is used in the fields of pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and materials sciences. DiCE Molecules Corp. was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

Nuvalent

Series B in 2021
Nuvalent is a biotechnology company that develops targeted therapies for clinically proven kinase targets in cancer. Leveraging deep expertise in structure-based design, Nuvalent develops innovative small molecules with exquisite target selectivity to overcome resistance, minimize adverse events, and drive more durable responses. It is advancing a robust pipeline with parallel lead programs in ROS1-positive and ALK-positive NSCLC, along with multiple discovery-stage research programs. It was founded in 2017 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Crinetics Pharmaceuticals discovers and develops novel therapeutics targeting peptide hormone receptors for the treatment of endocrine-related diseases and cancers. Their programs are derived from internal discovery efforts and use objective hormonal biomarker endpoints for preclinical and clinical studies to reduce both the risk and cost to achieve meaningful clinical data. Crinetics is seeking motivated partners to help advance Their programs to become commercially successful products.

Elevation Oncology

Series B in 2020
Elevation Oncology, Inc., a biotechnology company, focuses on the development of precision medicines for patients with genomically defined cancers. It offers drugs that inhibit the specific alterations identified as drivers of cancer; and treats solid tumors with the NRG1 genomic fusion. Elevation Oncology, Inc. was formerly known as 14ner Oncology, Inc. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in New York, New York.
X4 Pharmaceuticals a clinical-stage oncology company developing best-in-class oral small molecule CXCR4 antagonists for the treatment. The company is developing two unique programs such as drug candidate, X4P-001, has clinical experience in over 70 subjects, and is advancing into Phase 1/2 trials in refractory clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) and refractory epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC), the second program, X4P-002, is a unique series of late lead molecules that penetrate the blood-brain barrier. They will pursue early clinical development in glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), a rare form of lethal brain cancer, for the X4P-002 program. X4 Pharmaceuticals was founded in 2014 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States.

C2i Genomics

Series B in 2021
C2i Genomics provides cloud-based cancer diagnostic services to pharmaceutical and diagnostic organizations. The company's ultra-sensitive liquid biopsy assay will allow physicians to monitor patient treatment response and detect treatment failure or disease recurrence months and potentially years earlier than current monitoring methods.

DarioHealth

Post in 2021
DarioHealth Corp is a digital health company. It is engaged in the development and commercialization of patented and proprietary technology that provides consumers with laboratory-testing capabilities using smartphones and other mobile devices. The company's product, Dario Blood sugar monitor is a mobile, real-time, cloud-based, diabetes management solution based on a multi-featured software application combined with a blood glucose monitoring device. The group operates internationally and derives revenues from the sale of its Dario smart meter and related device-specific disposables test strip cartridges and lancets. The company generates the majority of the revenue.

Orchard Therapeutics plc

Series C in 2018
Orchard Therapeutics plc, a biopharmaceutical company, develops gene therapies for serious and life-threatening rare diseases in the United Kingdom, European Union, and the United States. The company’s gene therapy approach seeks to transform a patient’s hematopoietic stem cells into a gene-modified drug product to treat the patient’s disease through a single administration. It provides Strimvelis, a gammaretroviral-based product for the treatment of adenosine deaminase-severe combined immunodeficiency (ADA-SCID). The company’s clinical development products comprise OTL-101 for the treatment of ADA-SCID; OTL-200 to treat metachromatic leukodystrophy; OTL-103 for the treatment of Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome; OTL-102 for X-linked chronic granulomatous disease; and OTL-300 for transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia. Its preclinical programs include OTL-203 for mucopolysaccharidosis type I, OTL-201 for mucopolysaccharidosis type MPS-IIIA, and OTL-202 for mucopolysaccharidosis type IIIB. The company was formerly known as Orchard Rx Limited. Orchard Therapeutics plc was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Frequency Therapeutics develops small molecule drugs that activate progenitor cells within the body to restore healthy tissue. Through the transitory activation of these progenitor cells, Frequency enables disease modification without the complexity of genetic engineering. It was founded in 2015 and headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts.
A peloton is a team of bicyclists who achieve great efficiency of motion through cooperative action. It is also the root of platoon, a nimble military unit with capabilities that exceed the sum of its component parts. Founded by Chairman of Biochemistry Steven L. McKnight of UT Southwestern Medical Center, Peloton Therapeutics represents a unique combination of innovative science, strong financial support from the Cancer Prevention Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT), and seasoned investors and management. Working in close collaboration with scientists at UT Southwestern, Peloton is advancing a promising discovery and development pipeline, comprised of several small molecule-based programs, each with a distinct target and mechanism of action. Peloton's vision is to become a major biotech company in Dallas with a passion for discovering and developing novel cancer drugs.

Pulmonx

Series G in 2019
Pulmonx Corporation, based in Redwood City, Calif., is focused on developing and marketing minimally-invasive medical devices and technologies for the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary disorders. The company is currently engaged in the design, development and manufacture of products that will improve the effectiveness and benefits of endoscopic lung volume reduction (ELVR) for patients with severe emphysema. The company’s Zephyr® Endobronchial Valve (EBV) therapy* involves placing small one-way valves in the lung to prevent air from entering the most diseased regions while allowing fluids and trapped air to escape. The goal is to reduce the volume of the diseased portions of the lung, allowing increased ventilation to healthier areas of the lung. The company has CE mark for the Zephyr Endobronchial Valves and has submitted a CE mark application for the Chartis System. The company has 510(k) marketing clearance for the Chartis System in the United States.

IDEAYA Biosciences, Inc.

Series B in 2018
IDEAYA Biosciences (IDEAYA) is an oncology-focused biotechnology company committed to the discovery of breakthrough synthetic lethality medicines targeting DNA damage and repair for genetically defined patient populations and for enhancing immunotherapy response, and immuno-oncology therapies targeting the tumor micro-environment. IDEAYA, located in South San Francisco and La Jolla, California, has assembled leading scientists and advisors with extensive knowledge and expertise in cancer biology and small molecule drug discovery.

Trace Live Network

Seed Round in 2016
Trace shows you more about who you are through your family’s history. Trace explores generations of global historical records, bringing to life the pictures, stories, facts, and events of your ancestors. Trace is trusted expert research and discovery at an accessible price.Trace delivers better research by combining the best genealogists on earth with your specific family research objectives.

ArcherDX

Series C in 2019
ArcherDX is advancing molecular pathology with a robust technology platform for genetic mutation detection by next-generation sequencing. By combining proprietary Anchored Multiplexed PCR (AMP™) chemistry in an easy-to-use, lyophilized format and powerful bioinformatics software, the Archer® platform dramatically enhances genetic mutation identification and discovery. ArcherDX provides oncology-focused research products and is pursuing regulatory approval for multiple companion diagnostic assays.

Vividion Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
Vividion Therapeutics, Inc., a biotechnology company, develops therapeutics to treat major unmet medical needs using the platform for proteome-wide small molecule drug discovery. The company combines a proteome-wide small molecule screening approach and synthetic chemistry techniques. It provides small molecule selectivity and creates a path to drugging any protein. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in San Diego, California.

Elevation Oncology

Series A in 2020
Elevation Oncology, Inc., a biotechnology company, focuses on the development of precision medicines for patients with genomically defined cancers. It offers drugs that inhibit the specific alterations identified as drivers of cancer; and treats solid tumors with the NRG1 genomic fusion. Elevation Oncology, Inc. was formerly known as 14ner Oncology, Inc. The company was incorporated in 2019 and is based in New York, New York.