Eli Lilly and Company

Eli Lilly and Company is a global pharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery, development, manufacture, and sale of medicines across neuroscience, cardiometabolic, cancer, and immunology. It operates through owned or leased facilities in the United States, Puerto Rico and multiple other countries, with products marketed in about 135 countries. Its portfolio includes therapies such as Verzenio, Mounjaro, Zepbound, Jardiance, Trulicity, Humalog, Humulin, Taltz and Olumiant. The company also conducts research to address animal health and agricultural productivity. The Eli Lilly and Company Foundation supports programs to improve patient outcomes and education, focusing on early childhood education and STEM in underserved Indianapolis communities. Lilly Asia Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm, invests in life sciences and technology-enabled opportunities in Asia, particularly China, complementing Lilly’s research and development initiatives across global markets.

Andrew Adams

Group Vice President - Molecule Discovery and Director, Lilly Institutes of Genetic Medicine

Anat Ashkenazi

CFO

Gordon Brooks

Group Vice President - Controller and Corporate Strategy

Ronald DeMattos

Senior Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer Neurobiologics

Lotus Mallbris Ph.D

Vice President of Development and Immunology

Teresa Millan

Corporate Affairs Director

Diogo Rau

Executive Vice President and Chief Information and Digital Officer

Melissa Seymour

Executive VP of Global Quality

David Thompson

Chief Alliance Officer

Jacob Van Naarden

President

Past deals in Life Science

Grove Biopharma

Series A in 2025
Grove Biopharma is a biotechnology company specializing in materials science solutions for peptide therapeutics. It focuses on discovering and developing novel 'protein-like polymers' to address significant unmet medical needs in chronic inflammatory and neurodegenerative diseases.

Solu Therapeutics

Series A in 2025
Solu Therapeutics is a precision medicine company developing therapeutics focused on eliminating disease-driving cells. Its platform combines selective small-molecule binders with proprietary antibodies to create bifunctional therapeutics, targeting inflammatory and autoimmune diseases.

Scorpion Therapeutics

Acquisition in 2025
Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Scorpion Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in precision oncology. It develops targeted small-molecule drugs to treat cancer by focusing on three areas: therapies against known oncogenes, agents for currently undruggable targets, and drugs for new targets.

ProQR Therapeutics

Post in 2024
ProQR Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing RNA-based therapies for patients with severe genetic rare diseases. Its primary focus includes Leber's congenital amaurosis type 10, dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, and other inherited retinal disorders.

Sunbird Bio

Venture Round in 2024
Sunbird Bio is a diagnostics platform developer focused on advancing molecular diagnostics to deliver faster and more accurate results. Founded by Huilin Shao, the company specializes in detecting a wide array of diseases, including infectious diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, and cancer. By enabling early diagnosis, Sunbird Bio aims to enhance healthcare outcomes and support physicians in making informed decisions. The platform is designed to improve clarity and accessibility in diagnostic testing, thereby contributing to better patient care.

Arda Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
Founded in 2021, Arda Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in the San Francisco Bay Area. It specializes in developing transformative therapeutics to eliminate pathogenic cells that drive chronic diseases and aging.

NanoSyrinx

Series A in 2024
NanoSyrinx is a biotechnology company focused on developing a novel biologics drug delivery platform that targets therapeutic proteins and peptides to the cytosol of cells. Through synthetic biology, the company seeks to transport payloads directly into cell interiors, aiming to improve the efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness of treatments. The platform is designed to serve the biopharmaceutical sector by enabling targeted delivery of biologics to intracellular targets, with potential to enhance treatment outcomes across multiple indications.

OrsoBio

Series B in 2024
OrsoBio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for severe metabolic disorders such as diabetes, dyslipidemia, and lipodystrophies. It aims to restore energy homeostasis by targeting pathways relevant to maintaining energy balance.

HAYA Therapeutics

Funding Round in 2024
HAYA Therapeutics develops RNA-based therapeutics focused on treating fibrotic diseases. Its precision medicines target specific regulators of fibrosis in tissues like the heart, aiming to block fibrosis progression and treat associated conditions safely and effectively.

Circle Pharma

Series D in 2024
Circle Pharma, Inc. is an early-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Matt Jacobson and Scott Lokey. The company specializes in developing cell-permeable macrocyclic peptide therapeutics aimed at critical clinical targets. It employs proprietary computational design algorithms and innovative synthetic chemistry to create first-in-class macrocycle therapies that can be administered through various routes, including oral delivery. Circle Pharma's platform utilizes structure-based rational drug design and an iterative process to generate large virtual libraries of diverse macrocycle scaffolds, which are selected for their permeability. This approach enables the company to address challenging targets, particularly in the context of intracellular protein-protein interactions that play a significant role in cancer, thereby fulfilling unmet clinical needs. The company is led by David J. Earp.

Circle Pharma

Series D in 2024
Circle Pharma, Inc. is an early-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Matt Jacobson and Scott Lokey. The company specializes in developing cell-permeable macrocyclic peptide therapeutics aimed at critical clinical targets. It employs proprietary computational design algorithms and innovative synthetic chemistry to create first-in-class macrocycle therapies that can be administered through various routes, including oral delivery. Circle Pharma's platform utilizes structure-based rational drug design and an iterative process to generate large virtual libraries of diverse macrocycle scaffolds, which are selected for their permeability. This approach enables the company to address challenging targets, particularly in the context of intracellular protein-protein interactions that play a significant role in cancer, thereby fulfilling unmet clinical needs. The company is led by David J. Earp.

Lycia Therapeutics

Series C in 2024
Lycia Therapeutics operates as a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing first-in-class therapeutics using its proprietary Lysosomal Targeting Chimeras (LYTACs) platform. This platform enables the degradation of extracellular and membrane-bound proteins associated with challenging-to-treat diseases like cancer and autoimmune disorders, aiming to provide effective treatments for patients.

Point Biopharma Global

Acquisition in 2023
Point Biopharma Global Inc., established in 2019 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, specializes in the development and commercialization of radioligand therapies for cancer treatment. The company's portfolio comprises several assets, including PNT2002, PNT2004, PNT2003, and PNT2001. Point Biopharma leverages its expertise in radioisotopes like Actinium-225 and Lutetium-177, along with advanced manufacturing technology and a patient-centric approach, to revolutionize theragnostic drug development and radioligand commercialization on a global scale.

OrsoBio

Series A in 2023
OrsoBio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for severe metabolic disorders such as diabetes, dyslipidemia, and lipodystrophies. It aims to restore energy homeostasis by targeting pathways relevant to maintaining energy balance.

Laverock Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2023
Laverock Therapeutics develops a gene silencing platform for creating programmable, allogeneic cell therapies.

Sitryx Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
Sitryx Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, established in 2018. The company specializes in developing disease-modifying therapeutics that target immuno-oncology and immuno-inflammation by regulating cell metabolism. Through its innovative approach, Sitryx aims to correct and alter immune cell functions to inhibit tumor growth. Co-founded by a team of renowned scientists from both the United States and Europe, Sitryx is committed to advancing the field of immunometabolism. The company has a diverse pipeline of projects at various stages of drug discovery, supported by significant investments from a syndicate of specialist investors.

Amber Bio

Seed Round in 2023
Amber Bio is a biotechnology company pioneering new gene editing modalities using multi-kilobase edits to reach previously undruggable patient populations.

Crossbow Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
Crossbow Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cancer treatments. The company engineers antibodies to mimic T-cells, which are essential components of the immune system, aiming to enhance the quality of life for cancer patients. Their next-generation immunotherapies are designed to target previously unreachable cancer cell proteins with high precision, offering an efficient and selective approach to cancer treatment. By unlocking the therapeutic potential of T-cell receptor (TCR)-mimetic antibodies, Crossbow Therapeutics seeks to dramatically expand the capabilities of antibody therapy across various cancer types, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

Sigilon Therapeutics

Acquisition in 2023
Sigilon Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing functional cures for patients with chronic diseases. Founded in 2015, the company aims to create immune-protected, engineered human cells that restore normal physiological functions without the risk of fibrosis or immune rejection. Its lead product candidate, SIG-001, is currently in Phase I/II clinical trials for preventing bleeding episodes in patients with moderate to severe Hemophilia A. Additionally, Sigilon is advancing other candidates, including SIG-005, which targets non-neurological manifestations of mucopolysaccharidosis type 1, and SIG-002, designed to replace islet cells for treating type 1 diabetes. The company's innovative Shielded Living Therapeutics platform leverages advances in cell engineering and proprietary biocompatible materials to offer stable and durable therapeutic solutions for a variety of chronic conditions.

DICE Therapeutics

Acquisition in 2023
DICE Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing novel oral therapeutic candidates aimed at treating chronic diseases, particularly in immunology. Utilizing its proprietary DELSCAPE technology platform, DICE focuses on creating selective oral small molecules that can effectively modulate protein-protein interactions, similar to the efficacy of existing systemic biologics. The company's lead candidate, S011806, targets interleukin-17 (IL-17), a key pro-inflammatory molecule associated with various immunological conditions. Additionally, DICE is advancing oral therapies aimed at α4ß7 integrin and αVß1/αVß6 integrin, which are intended for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, respectively. Through its innovative approach, DICE Therapeutics aims to bring effective oral treatments to patients suffering from chronic inflammatory diseases.

Verve Therapeutics

Post in 2023
Verve Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing genetic medicines for cardiovascular disease, aiming to transform treatment from chronic management to single-course gene editing therapies. It leverages human genetics analysis and gene-editing technology, with expertise in cardiovascular medicine, human genetics, gene editing, delivery technologies, drug development, and commercialization.

DiogenX

Series A in 2023
DiogenX is a French biotechnology company founded in 2019, focused on developing therapeutic solutions for diabetic patients. It specializes in pancreatic beta-cell modulators for treating Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes by regenerating insulin-producing cells.

Therini Bio

Series A in 2023
Therini Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing fibrin-targeting therapies for treating inflammatory neurological and retinal diseases. Its therapeutics are based on unique insights into the role of fibrin in driving chronic innate immune activation, addressing high unmet needs in various diseases.

Switch Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
Switch Therapeutics is a biotechnology company founded in 2020 and based in San Francisco, California. The company focuses on revolutionizing RNA interference (RNAi) therapies by developing biomarker-gated genetic medicines. These innovative therapies utilize nucleic acid nanotechnology and RNAi science to target a variety of diseases, particularly those affecting the central nervous system and other systemic conditions with significant unmet medical needs. Switch Therapeutics aims to provide healthcare providers with RNA molecules and therapies that can be activated selectively in specific cells, enhancing the precision of treatments for central nervous system diseases.

Volastra

Series A in 2023
Volastra Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for metastatic cancers. Established in 2019 and headquartered in New York, the company leverages unique insights into chromosomal instability to create targeted treatment strategies. Volastra utilizes a library of organoids derived from metastatic cancer samples to better understand tumor spread and identify effective therapeutic approaches. Additionally, the company combines artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and proprietary imaging techniques, which enhance the ability of healthcare professionals to determine which cancers are more likely to metastasize. This approach aims to facilitate quicker target identification, optimize patient selection for therapies, and ultimately improve patient outcomes.

ProQR Therapeutics

Post in 2022
ProQR Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing RNA-based therapies for patients with severe genetic rare diseases. Its primary focus includes Leber's congenital amaurosis type 10, dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, and other inherited retinal disorders.

Auron Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Auron Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on cancer therapy development that seeks to change the paradigm from tumor cell killing to differentiation therapy, aiming to transform malignant cells into normal functioning cells by reactivating endogenous cellular programs. The company uses platforms that integrate large-omic datasets and miniaturized high-throughput flow cytometry to rapidly identify and validate multiple targets and drugs in primary human patient samples. This approach is designed to advance therapeutic candidates for cancer across areas of unmet medical need and to support the development of transformative medicines. Auron Therapeutics was founded in 2018 and is based in Wellesley, Massachusetts.

Arkuda Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
Arkuda Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative treatments for patients with neurological diseases. The company utilizes new insights into progranulin and lysosomal biology to create therapies that aim to correct progranulin deficiency and address lysosomal dysfunction, particularly in genetically-defined frontotemporal dementia associated with mutations in the GRN gene. By targeting these underlying biological mechanisms, Arkuda's lead compounds are designed to improve cellular health in the brain, potentially delaying the progression of neurodegenerative diseases and the onset of their symptoms.

Regor Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2021
Regor Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of innovative medicines for oncology, metabolic diseases, and autoimmune diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary CARD (Computer Accelerated Rational Discovery) platform, which integrates structural biology, computational chemistry, therapeutic biology, medicinal chemistry, and clinical development to create clinically differentiated therapeutics. With a world-class scientific team, Regor Therapeutics is committed to efficiently producing both best-in-class and first-in-class molecules, advancing its mission to improve patient outcomes through novel therapeutic solutions.

Fountain Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Founded in 2018, Fountain Therapeutics develops cellular model-based therapeutics targeting age-related diseases. It employs an AI-driven platform for identifying novel targets and potential treatments.

Mozart Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Mozart Therapeutics is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of disease-modifying therapies for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. It focuses on creating first-in-class CD8 Treg modulators to restore long-term immune balance and prevent progressive damage caused by autoreactive immune responses.

Lycia Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Lycia Therapeutics operates as a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing first-in-class therapeutics using its proprietary Lysosomal Targeting Chimeras (LYTACs) platform. This platform enables the degradation of extracellular and membrane-bound proteins associated with challenging-to-treat diseases like cancer and autoimmune disorders, aiming to provide effective treatments for patients.

Protomer Technologies

Acquisition in 2021
Protomer Technologies Inc. is a pre-clinical stage biotechnology company based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2014. The company specializes in the development of therapeutic proteins and peptides through its proprietary platform known as Molecular Engineering of Protein Sensors (MEPS). This innovative platform allows for the creation of proteins that can sense molecular activators in the body and be activated as needed, facilitating variable dosing and targeted delivery. Protomer's research primarily focuses on metabolic diseases, with a notable product being a glucose-responsive insulin designed to help manage rising sugar levels in individuals with diabetes. Through its advanced protein-engineering capabilities, Protomer Technologies aims to enhance treatment options for patients suffering from metabolic conditions.

Circle Pharma

Series C in 2021
Circle Pharma, Inc. is an early-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2012 by Matt Jacobson and Scott Lokey. The company specializes in developing cell-permeable macrocyclic peptide therapeutics aimed at critical clinical targets. It employs proprietary computational design algorithms and innovative synthetic chemistry to create first-in-class macrocycle therapies that can be administered through various routes, including oral delivery. Circle Pharma's platform utilizes structure-based rational drug design and an iterative process to generate large virtual libraries of diverse macrocycle scaffolds, which are selected for their permeability. This approach enables the company to address challenging targets, particularly in the context of intracellular protein-protein interactions that play a significant role in cancer, thereby fulfilling unmet clinical needs. The company is led by David J. Earp.

Jaguar Gene Therapy

Series B in 2021
Jaguar Gene Therapy is developing gene therapy treatments for severe genetic diseases. Its clinical-stage pipeline focuses on neurodevelopmental disorders, Type 1 galactosemia, and Type 1 diabetes.

DTx Pharma

Series B in 2021
DTx Pharma, LLC is a biotechnology company headquartered in San Diego, California, specializing in the development and commercialization of fatty acid-conjugated peptide therapeutics. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on delivering RNA-based medicines to treat patients with rare and chronic diseases, including retinitis pigmentosa, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and various central nervous system disorders. DTx Pharma's innovative delivery technology addresses challenges faced by previous-generation platforms, such as poor pharmacokinetics and limited cellular uptake, thereby enhancing the efficiency of nucleic acid drug delivery across diverse tissues and cell types. The company aims to establish RNA therapeutics as a leading option for personalized treatment in multiple therapeutic areas.

Seraxis

Series C in 2021
Seraxis is a private biotechnology company focused on cell replacement therapies for insulin-dependent diabetes. Founded in 2013, it operates across Singapore and the United States, with a GMP laboratory in Germantown, Maryland. The company develops novel cell and encapsulation technologies to enable a practical cell therapy that could provide long-term diabetes control without the need for immunosuppression. Its work centers on producing insulin through engineered cells to regulate glucose levels, aiming for a durable cure that reduces or eliminates ongoing immunosuppressive treatment. Seraxis emphasizes advancing development quickly while pursuing value creation through its structure and activities.

Auron Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2021
Auron Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on cancer therapy development that seeks to change the paradigm from tumor cell killing to differentiation therapy, aiming to transform malignant cells into normal functioning cells by reactivating endogenous cellular programs. The company uses platforms that integrate large-omic datasets and miniaturized high-throughput flow cytometry to rapidly identify and validate multiple targets and drugs in primary human patient samples. This approach is designed to advance therapeutic candidates for cancer across areas of unmet medical need and to support the development of transformative medicines. Auron Therapeutics was founded in 2018 and is based in Wellesley, Massachusetts.

Faze Medicines

Series A in 2020
Faze Medicines is a biotechnology company focused on developing small molecule therapies that target biomolecular condensates to address the underlying biology of disease. It uses screening and proteomics to define condensate interaction networks and identify therapeutic candidates aimed at cellular mechanisms implicated in conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and myotonic dystrophy type 1, with research extending to other diseases including frontotemporal dementia. Founded in 2020 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Disarm Therapeutics

Acquisition in 2020
Disarm Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company focuses on developing disease-modifying therapeutics aimed at treating neurological diseases characterized by axonal degeneration. Its innovative drugs are designed to prevent the loss of axons, offering potential treatments for conditions such as multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, glaucoma, and peripheral neuropathies. Disarm Therapeutics aims to provide effective therapies for patients suffering from acute diseases affecting the central, ocular, and peripheral nervous systems. As of late 2020, Disarm Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Eli Lilly and Company.

Cedilla Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Cedilla Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing targeted small-molecule therapeutics for cancer and diseases linked to protein dysregulation. The company employs innovative strategies to destabilize oncoprotein targets, utilizing methods such as direct ligand-induced degradation, disruption of stabilizing protein-protein interactions, and the identification of upstream regulators that affect protein stability. Cedilla's comprehensive approach also includes large-scale proteomic analyses to map protein susceptibility, enhancing the potential for effective therapies. By concentrating on the transitions between stable and susceptible protein states, Cedilla aims to create novel treatments that broaden the applicability of small molecule therapeutics beyond oncology. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company was formerly known as Protein Stability Newco, Inc. before rebranding in 2018.

Nido Biosciences

Venture Round in 2020
Nido Biosciences is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing precision medicines and small-molecule therapeutics for severe neurological and neuromuscular diseases. It employs a functional genomics platform using human cell lines and tailored screens to identify therapeutic targets driven by human genetics, with the aim of addressing the underlying biology of disease and restoring healthy cell function through targeted interventions.

AbCellera

Series B in 2020
AbCellera is an antibody discovery and development company that addresses conventional barriers to find optimal clinical candidates swiftly and efficiently. Its integrated platform combines diverse antibodies, expert selection, proprietary tools, and advanced data science to deliver developable leads quickly, setting partners up for long-term success.

Sitryx Therapeutics

Corporate Round in 2020
Sitryx Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, established in 2018. The company specializes in developing disease-modifying therapeutics that target immuno-oncology and immuno-inflammation by regulating cell metabolism. Through its innovative approach, Sitryx aims to correct and alter immune cell functions to inhibit tumor growth. Co-founded by a team of renowned scientists from both the United States and Europe, Sitryx is committed to advancing the field of immunometabolism. The company has a diverse pipeline of projects at various stages of drug discovery, supported by significant investments from a syndicate of specialist investors.

Sigilon Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Sigilon Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing functional cures for patients with chronic diseases. Founded in 2015, the company aims to create immune-protected, engineered human cells that restore normal physiological functions without the risk of fibrosis or immune rejection. Its lead product candidate, SIG-001, is currently in Phase I/II clinical trials for preventing bleeding episodes in patients with moderate to severe Hemophilia A. Additionally, Sigilon is advancing other candidates, including SIG-005, which targets non-neurological manifestations of mucopolysaccharidosis type 1, and SIG-002, designed to replace islet cells for treating type 1 diabetes. The company's innovative Shielded Living Therapeutics platform leverages advances in cell engineering and proprietary biocompatible materials to offer stable and durable therapeutic solutions for a variety of chronic conditions.

Immunocore

Series B in 2020
Immunocore is a biotechnology company focused on developing novel T cell receptor-based therapies to treat diseases with high unmet needs, such as cancer and viral infections. Its proprietary platform enables the creation of bispecific immunotherapies, with IMCgp100 being its lead clinical candidate for metastatic melanoma.

DTx Pharma

Series A in 2020
DTx Pharma, LLC is a biotechnology company headquartered in San Diego, California, specializing in the development and commercialization of fatty acid-conjugated peptide therapeutics. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on delivering RNA-based medicines to treat patients with rare and chronic diseases, including retinitis pigmentosa, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and various central nervous system disorders. DTx Pharma's innovative delivery technology addresses challenges faced by previous-generation platforms, such as poor pharmacokinetics and limited cellular uptake, thereby enhancing the efficiency of nucleic acid drug delivery across diverse tissues and cell types. The company aims to establish RNA therapeutics as a leading option for personalized treatment in multiple therapeutic areas.

Avidity Biosciences

Series C in 2019
Avidity Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company developing antibody oligonucleotide conjugates to enable tissue-selective delivery and precision RNA therapies for serious diseases. Its AOC platform combines monoclonal antibody tissue targeting with oligonucleotide therapies to access previously undruggable tissues and genetic drivers. The lead candidate, AOC 1001, targets myotonic dystrophy type 1, and its muscle programs address muscle atrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, and Pompe disease. The pipeline also includes immune and other cell-type programs, including Del-zota for DMD, Del-desiran for DM1, and Del-brax for FSHD. Avidity is based in La Jolla, California.

Avidity Biosciences

Venture Round in 2019
Avidity Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company developing antibody oligonucleotide conjugates to enable tissue-selective delivery and precision RNA therapies for serious diseases. Its AOC platform combines monoclonal antibody tissue targeting with oligonucleotide therapies to access previously undruggable tissues and genetic drivers. The lead candidate, AOC 1001, targets myotonic dystrophy type 1, and its muscle programs address muscle atrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, and Pompe disease. The pipeline also includes immune and other cell-type programs, including Del-zota for DMD, Del-desiran for DM1, and Del-brax for FSHD. Avidity is based in La Jolla, California.

Loxo Oncology

Acquisition in 2019
Loxo Oncology, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Stamford, Connecticut, focused on developing and commercializing targeted therapies for genetically defined cancers in the United States. Founded in 2013, the company aims to bring innovative cancer treatments to the clinic by identifying actionable "driver mutations" in tumors. Its lead product candidate, larotrectinib, is an oral selective inhibitor of tropomyosin receptor kinase (TRK) and is undergoing various clinical trials for multiple cancer types, including lung, melanoma, and breast cancer. Loxo Oncology is also advancing several preclinical programs, including candidates targeting RET fusion proteins and FGFR isoforms. The company has established collaborations with several organizations to enhance its drug discovery efforts and optimize its clinical development strategies. As a subsidiary of Eli Lilly and Company, Loxo Oncology is dedicated to creating effective therapies that address specific genetic vulnerabilities in cancer patients.

Sigilon Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Sigilon Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing functional cures for patients with chronic diseases. Founded in 2015, the company aims to create immune-protected, engineered human cells that restore normal physiological functions without the risk of fibrosis or immune rejection. Its lead product candidate, SIG-001, is currently in Phase I/II clinical trials for preventing bleeding episodes in patients with moderate to severe Hemophilia A. Additionally, Sigilon is advancing other candidates, including SIG-005, which targets non-neurological manifestations of mucopolysaccharidosis type 1, and SIG-002, designed to replace islet cells for treating type 1 diabetes. The company's innovative Shielded Living Therapeutics platform leverages advances in cell engineering and proprietary biocompatible materials to offer stable and durable therapeutic solutions for a variety of chronic conditions.

Entrega Bio

Venture Round in 2017
Entrega Bio is a Boston-based company that specializes in developing a proprietary hydrogel technology aimed at improving the oral delivery of injectable substances, including biologics, vaccines, and other medications that typically face absorption challenges. This innovative platform allows for the creation of customizable oral dosage forms that enhance the stability and absorption of large and unstable drug molecules by effectively controlling the gastrointestinal fluid microenvironment. By collaborating with both pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical partners, Entrega Bio aims to advance therapeutic and diagnostic applications across various fields, including disease management and mobile health.

ApoGen Biotechnologies

Series A in 2016
ApoGen Biotechnologies, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, established in 2014. The company specializes in developing innovative therapeutics aimed at addressing the challenges of drug resistance in cancer treatment. Recognizing that the mutation of cellular DNA is central to cancer progression, ApoGen focuses on therapies that target key drivers of genomic mutations and tumor evolution. By doing so, the company aims to slow or halt the ongoing mutations within cancer genomes, which are significant contributors to treatment failure, cancer recurrence, and metastasis. Through its advanced therapeutic approaches, ApoGen Biotechnologies seeks to improve outcomes for patients facing the complexities of cancer evolution and drug resistance.

Lodo Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
Lodo Therapeutics Corporation is a drug discovery and development company dedicated to creating novel therapeutics derived from natural sources. It focuses on addressing significant health challenges, particularly resistant infectious diseases and cancers, by collaborating with global pharmaceutical companies and leading non-governmental organizations. Founded to realize the scientific vision of Dr. Sean Brady from Rockefeller University, Lodo Therapeutics utilizes a genome-based, culture-independent platform to discover and characterize small molecules sourced from environmental microbial DNA. This innovative approach leverages advancements in DNA sequencing and bioinformatics to explore the untapped potential of microbial evolution, aiming to identify therapeutically valuable pharmaceutical products. Headquartered in New York City at the Alexandria Center for Life Science, Lodo Therapeutics is committed to harnessing the power of nature in the fight against undruggable targets and high unmet medical needs.

Zymeworks

Series A in 2016
Zymeworks is a biotechnology company focused on optimizing protein-based therapeutics, particularly for cancer treatment. It uses proprietary computational methods to engineer differentiated product candidates, with its lead asset zanidatamab in multiple clinical trials targeting HER2-expressing solid tumors.

Caldan Therapeutics

Series A in 2015
Caldan Therapeutics is a spinout from the University of Glasgow and the University of Southern Denmark focused on developing therapeutics that modulate free fatty acid receptors to address metabolic diseases, including Type 2 Diabetes, with potential applications in non-alcoholic steatohepatitis and inflammatory conditions. Building on a long-term collaboration between leading researchers, the company seeks to target multiple aspects of diabetes pathology, such as insulin secretion, insulin sensitivity, and islet cell protection, while aiming to reduce inflammatory activity in muscle, liver, and adipose tissue. The approach centers on delivering glucose-lowering effects by modulating receptor pathways implicated in diabetes and related inflammatory diseases.

Immunocore

Series A in 2015
Immunocore is a biotechnology company focused on developing novel T cell receptor-based therapies to treat diseases with high unmet needs, such as cancer and viral infections. Its proprietary platform enables the creation of bispecific immunotherapies, with IMCgp100 being its lead clinical candidate for metastatic melanoma.

Novartis

Acquisition in 2014
Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland, providing innovative medicines and solutions to address evolving patient needs worldwide. With over 100,000 employees across 140 countries, they focus on discovering new treatments in areas such as oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and cardiovascular diseases.

Zymeworks

Venture Round in 2014
Zymeworks is a biotechnology company focused on optimizing protein-based therapeutics, particularly for cancer treatment. It uses proprietary computational methods to engineer differentiated product candidates, with its lead asset zanidatamab in multiple clinical trials targeting HER2-expressing solid tumors.

Sutro Biopharma

Series D in 2013
Sutro Biopharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing next-generation protein therapeutics for cancer and autoimmune disorders using its proprietary XpressCF platform. Its pipeline includes STRO-001 for multiple myeloma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and STRO-002 for ovarian and endometrial cancers.

ChemGen

Acquisition in 2012
ChemGen Corp. is a privately held bioscience company focused on developing and commercializing innovative feed enzyme products. The company specializes in enhancing the efficiency of poultry, egg, and meat production through its advanced enzyme solutions. By leveraging scientific research and technology, ChemGen aims to improve animal nutrition and overall production outcomes in the agricultural sector.

ImmunoGen

Post in 2011
ImmunoGen is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for cancer treatment. Its pipeline includes mirvetuximab soravtansine in Phase III trials for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, and IMGN632 in Phase I trials for AML and blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm. ImmunoGen collaborates with various pharmaceutical companies to advance its ADC therapies.

MacroGenics

Series D in 2008
MacroGenics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing antibody-based therapeutics for cancer treatment. Its pipeline includes Margetuximab targeting HER2-expressing tumors, Flotetuzumab for acute myeloid leukemia, and other immuno-oncology product candidates such as MGA012, MGD013, MGD019, and Enoblituzumab. The company also develops combination therapies like MGD009 with MGA012, and antibody drug conjugates like MGC018 targeting B7-H3.

ImClone Systems

Acquisition in 2008
ImClone Systems is a prominent biotechnology company focused on the development and manufacture of therapeutic products aimed at improving oncology care. Established in 1984, the company specializes in creating targeted biologic treatments for various cancers, leveraging advancements in molecular biology, genomics, and antibody engineering. Its flagship product, ERBITUX, is complemented by a diverse pipeline of investigational monoclonal antibodies currently in mid- to late-stage clinical development, targeting major solid tumor types. Following its acquisition by Eli Lilly and Company in 2008, ImClone has enhanced its pipeline development through Lilly's global resources. The company operates state-of-the-art FDA-approved manufacturing facilities in Branchburg, New Jersey, which are among the largest for biologic manufacturing worldwide. Additionally, ImClone has research headquarters in New York City and maintains international operations in Europe, positioning it well to meet the evolving medical needs of cancer patients.

SGX Pharmaceuticals

Acquisition in 2008
As of August 20, 2008, SGX Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was acquired by Eli Lilly & Co. SGX Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biotechnology company, focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapeutics for addressing unmet medical needs in oncology. The company's product pipeline includes drug candidates from its FAST drug discovery platform, which uses X-ray crystallography and complementary biophysical and biochemical methods, combined with medicinal and computational chemistry. Its drug development programs target the c-MET receptor tyrosine kinase (MET), an enzyme implicated in an array of cancers; and the BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase enzyme for the treatment of chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML), a bone marrow cancer. Under the MET development program, the company develops SGX523, which is in Phase I clinical development studies for solid tumor indications; and SGX126, a preclinical development product for solid tumors indications. Under the BCR-ABL Development Program, SGX Pharmaceuticals develops SGX393, an oral therapy for the second-line treatment of CML, which is in preclinical development studies. Its drug discovery technologies are also applied to a portfolio of oncology targets, including JAK2, a non-receptor tyrosine kinase involved in cytokine-induced signaling and growth regulation, survival, and differentiation of cells; RAS, a protein that regulates cell growth; and three other tyrosine kinases. The company has a license and collaboration agreement with Novartis Institutes for Biomedical Research, Inc., Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutics, Inc., National Institutes of Health, and Eli Lilly & Company. SGX Pharmaceuticals, formerly known as Structural GenomiX, Inc., was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.

GlycoFi

Series C in 2005
GlycoFi is a biotech company focused on developing biotherapeutics utilizing glycan optimization technology. Founded in 2000 and based in Lebanon, New Hampshire, the firm specializes in a proprietary protein manufacturing process that employs engineered yeast strains to achieve precise human glycosylation. This innovative approach enables the creation of therapeutic proteins, which are essential for drug development. GlycoFi aims to build its own pipeline of products while also collaborating with other pharmaceutical companies to enhance their drug offerings. In 2006, GlycoFi became a subsidiary of Merck & Co. Inc., further expanding its capabilities in the biotherapeutics field.

Perlegen Sciences

Series C in 2003
Perlegen Sciences engages in the discovery and commercialization of genetic variations that provide physicians with information to improve the clinical decision-making process and patient treatment outcomes. Its products include MammaPLUS, a breast cancer risk stratifier and a panel of common genetic variants that stratifies individual genetic and background/clinical risk for those at moderately elevated risk for non-familial breast cancer, as well as impacts the risk for developing invasive breast cancer; and Genotype Browser Website that provides a way to access and view the results of a study of genetic variation in various diverse human populations. Perlegen Sciences, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is based in Mountain View, California.

Pacific Biotech

Acquisition in 1990
Pacific Biotech develops and markets diagnostic tests for detection of pregnancy, infectious diseases, strep throat, and mononucleosis.

Therini Bio

Therini Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing fibrin-targeting therapies for treating inflammatory neurological and retinal diseases. Its therapeutics are based on unique insights into the role of fibrin in driving chronic innate immune activation, addressing high unmet needs in various diseases.

HAYA Therapeutics

HAYA Therapeutics develops RNA-based therapeutics focused on treating fibrotic diseases. Its precision medicines target specific regulators of fibrosis in tissues like the heart, aiming to block fibrosis progression and treat associated conditions safely and effectively.

SiteOne Therapeutics

SiteOne Therapeutics is a San Francisco-based company developing innovative therapeutics and diagnostics for acute and chronic pain. Their lead candidates are selective inhibitors of the Naᵥ1.7 ion channel, aiming to treat pain safely and effectively without relying on NSAIDs or opioids.
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