Epidarex Capital

Epidarex Capital, established in 2010 and headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, is a private equity firm specializing in early-stage investments in life sciences, healthcare, and technology sectors. With a presence in both the United States and the United Kingdom, the firm focuses on under-ventured markets, providing crucial sector-specific financial backing to young companies, including spin-outs from leading research universities. Epidarex's international team, led by Sinclair Dunlop, Kyp Sirinakis, and Liz Roper, invests in companies across various sub-sectors, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and health technology. The firm's investors comprise a diverse range of institutions, such as universities, corporations, development agencies, and financial institutions.

Terri Burke

Venture Partner

Mary Canning

Partner

Sinclair Dunlop

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Lori Gough Ph.D

Partner

Alex Hammond

Analyst

Melissa Lezameta

Associate

Matthew Miessau

Principal

Victor Pong

Senior Analyst

Elizabeth Roper

General Partner

Kyparissia Sirinakis

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Henning Steinhagen

Founder and Venture Partner

48 past transactions

Harness Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2025
Harness Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing a novel class of therapeutic RNAs known as SINEUPs®, which allow for precise upregulation of protein expression. This innovative technology provides a unique mechanism of action aimed at addressing challenging diseases, significantly broadening the druggable proteome. Harness Therapeutics focuses on central nervous system and ophthalmologic disorders but also sees potential applications across various therapeutic areas. By enhancing translation, their platform meets unmet medical needs and enables the creation of differentiated products that cannot be achieved with existing technologies.

Epsilogen

Series B in 2024
Epsilogen Ltd is an immuno-oncology company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies aimed at treating cancer. Epsilogen offers a portfolio of IgE candidates that specifically target cancer antigens such as HER2, EGFR, and PD-L1. Its innovative IgE platform supports the development and validation of novel antibodies, allowing for enhanced potency, improved tumor access, and a prolonged presence in tissue. This focus on IgE-based therapies positions Epsilogen to provide effective treatment options for patients with solid tumors.

Theolytics

Venture Round in 2024
Theolytics Limited is a clinical-stage biotechnology company founded in 2017 and based in Oxford, United Kingdom. The company specializes in developing oncolytic viral therapies to combat cancer, utilizing a phenotypic screening platform that facilitates the discovery and development of effective, targeted treatment candidates. These therapies are designed for intravenous delivery and tailored to specific patient populations, aiming to provide innovative care options. In addition to advancing its internal pipeline of programs that address both solid and liquid tumors, Theolytics is also focused on forming strategic partnerships to enhance and expedite its pipeline development.

Curve Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
Curve Therapeutics Limited is a drug-discovery company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2019. The company focuses on developing technologies to target currently undruggable disease-modifying targets, with a primary emphasis on cancer. Curve has created an innovative screening platform that allows for the functional screening of genetically encoded Microcycle™ libraries against a variety of disease-associated targets in their native conformation within mammalian cells. This platform is designed to facilitate the discovery of first-in-class therapeutics, enabling the development of a pipeline of novel cancer drugs. By targeting challenging cancer interactions, including intracellular protein-protein and protein-gene interactions, Curve Therapeutics aims to deliver advanced treatments for complex cancer-related conditions.

Enterprise Therapeutics

Series B in 2024
Enterprise Therapeutics, established in 2014 and headquartered in Brighton, UK, is a drug discovery company focused on developing therapies for respiratory diseases. Its primary focus is on chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, cystic fibrosis, and asthma. The company aims to create novel treatments that target the underlying mechanisms of mucus congestion, reducing lung infections and enhancing patients' quality of life.

Theolytics

Series A in 2023
Theolytics Limited is a clinical-stage biotechnology company founded in 2017 and based in Oxford, United Kingdom. The company specializes in developing oncolytic viral therapies to combat cancer, utilizing a phenotypic screening platform that facilitates the discovery and development of effective, targeted treatment candidates. These therapies are designed for intravenous delivery and tailored to specific patient populations, aiming to provide innovative care options. In addition to advancing its internal pipeline of programs that address both solid and liquid tumors, Theolytics is also focused on forming strategic partnerships to enhance and expedite its pipeline development.

Nyra Medical

Series A in 2022
Nyra Medical is focused on creating innovative transcatheter heart valve repair technology aimed at treating mitral regurgitation. The company's device is designed to address the leaflets of heart valves while preserving the natural geometry of the mitral valve. By utilizing a proprietary implant, Nyra Medical's technology enables patients to achieve consistent correction of valve regurgitation, improving their overall heart function.

RapidPulse

Venture Round in 2022
RapidPulse, Inc. is a privately held medical device company focused on developing innovative minimally invasive vascular products for the treatment of ischemic stroke. The company's flagship product is the RapidPulse™ Cyclic Aspiration System, which features a novel aspiration pump designed to facilitate the rapid and consistent removal of blood clots from the brain. This technology aims to enhance patient outcomes in the neurovascular field. RapidPulse originated as a spinout from Syntheon LLC, a medical device incubator dedicated to fostering advancements in the industry.

Harness Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2022
Harness Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing a novel class of therapeutic RNAs known as SINEUPs®, which allow for precise upregulation of protein expression. This innovative technology provides a unique mechanism of action aimed at addressing challenging diseases, significantly broadening the druggable proteome. Harness Therapeutics focuses on central nervous system and ophthalmologic disorders but also sees potential applications across various therapeutic areas. By enhancing translation, their platform meets unmet medical needs and enables the creation of differentiated products that cannot be achieved with existing technologies.

Kynos Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2022
Kynos Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing KMO inhibitors to address unmet medical needs in inflammation, immunity, and metabolism. The company aims to block the action of the enzyme KMO, which plays a crucial role in regulating systemic inflammation and is implicated in various medical conditions. By providing new therapies that target this key enzyme, Kynos Therapeutics seeks to offer innovative treatments for conditions where there is a significant demand for effective medicines.

Epsilogen

Series B in 2022
Epsilogen Ltd is an immuno-oncology company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies aimed at treating cancer. Epsilogen offers a portfolio of IgE candidates that specifically target cancer antigens such as HER2, EGFR, and PD-L1. Its innovative IgE platform supports the development and validation of novel antibodies, allowing for enhanced potency, improved tumor access, and a prolonged presence in tissue. This focus on IgE-based therapies positions Epsilogen to provide effective treatment options for patients with solid tumors.

Dunad Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Dunad Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative targeted protein degradation therapies. The company utilizes a small molecule platform that induces the selective degradation of disease-causing and often difficult-to-target proteins by directly modulating their stability and conformation. This approach offers a novel molecular strategy that is adaptable and operates through a mechanism of action that is not limited to specific target classes, distinguishing it from existing targeted protein degradation technologies. By focusing on oral therapies, Dunad Therapeutics aims to provide effective treatment options for challenging diseases.

Leucid Bio

Series A in 2021
Leucid Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cell therapies for patients with refractory cancers, particularly solid tumors. Founded to leverage two decades of research from King's College London in the CAR-T field, Leucid Bio is guided by a seasoned management team possessing both scientific and commercial expertise. The company has a strong partnership with King's College, granting it exclusive access to a wealth of scientific, clinical, and manufacturing resources, particularly from Dr. Maher and his team of immuno-oncology specialists. By specializing in advanced CAR T-cell therapies, Leucid Bio aims to enhance treatment outcomes and provide durable responses for patients who have limited or no treatment options available.

Topas Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Topas Therapeutics GmbH, established in 2013 and based in Hamburg, Germany, is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of nanoparticle-based therapeutics. The company's core focus is to induce antigen-specific immune tolerance, utilizing the liver's natural immunology capabilities to treat autoimmune diseases, allergies, and anti-drug antibodies. Topas' proprietary platform, Topas Particle Conjugates, targets liver sinusoidal endothelial cells, enabling tolerance against blood-borne antigens. The company has several clinical-stage programs, including TPM203 for pemphigus vulgaris, and collaborations with pharmaceutical giants like Eli Lilly and Boehringer Ingelheim. Topas Therapeutics is backed by prominent investors such as Epidarex Capital, Gimv, EMBL Ventures, Evotec, and Boehringer Ingelheim Venture Fund.

Macomics

Seed Round in 2021
Macomics Ltd is an immuno-oncology company based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, that focuses on developing innovative immunotherapies aimed at modulating macrophages to enhance the body's immune response against tumors. Established in 2018, the company is dedicated to creating first-in-class treatments that target the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment. By leveraging disease-specific macrophage biology, Macomics aims to harness the immune system's potential, providing clinical benefits to a broader range of cancer patients.

RapidPulse

Series A in 2021
RapidPulse, Inc. is a privately held medical device company focused on developing innovative minimally invasive vascular products for the treatment of ischemic stroke. The company's flagship product is the RapidPulse™ Cyclic Aspiration System, which features a novel aspiration pump designed to facilitate the rapid and consistent removal of blood clots from the brain. This technology aims to enhance patient outcomes in the neurovascular field. RapidPulse originated as a spinout from Syntheon LLC, a medical device incubator dedicated to fostering advancements in the industry.

LUNAC Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2021
LUNAC Therapeutics is focused on developing advanced oral anticoagulant medications aimed at treating and preventing serious thrombotic events. The company’s innovative drugs are designed to reduce the risk of bleeding in patients, which allows healthcare providers to safely escalate dosages for high-risk individuals. By addressing a critical need in the management of thrombotic conditions, LUNAC Therapeutics aims to improve patient outcomes and enhance the overall safety of anticoagulant therapies.

Dunad Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2021
Dunad Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative targeted protein degradation therapies. The company utilizes a small molecule platform that induces the selective degradation of disease-causing and often difficult-to-target proteins by directly modulating their stability and conformation. This approach offers a novel molecular strategy that is adaptable and operates through a mechanism of action that is not limited to specific target classes, distinguishing it from existing targeted protein degradation technologies. By focusing on oral therapies, Dunad Therapeutics aims to provide effective treatment options for challenging diseases.

Slate Bio

Seed Round in 2021
Slate Bio is a company focused on developing immunotherapeutics aimed at treating autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. It creates therapies that leverage a bifunctional cytokine to restore the body's natural immunological response. By inducing antigen expression in genes associated with autoimmune conditions, Slate Bio offers a unique approach that provides patients with an independent synergistic pathway. This method is designed to enhance tissue selectivity and improve pharmacodynamics while minimizing the required dosage and potential side effects.

Theolytics

Series A in 2021
Theolytics Limited is a clinical-stage biotechnology company founded in 2017 and based in Oxford, United Kingdom. The company specializes in developing oncolytic viral therapies to combat cancer, utilizing a phenotypic screening platform that facilitates the discovery and development of effective, targeted treatment candidates. These therapies are designed for intravenous delivery and tailored to specific patient populations, aiming to provide innovative care options. In addition to advancing its internal pipeline of programs that address both solid and liquid tumors, Theolytics is also focused on forming strategic partnerships to enhance and expedite its pipeline development.

Topas Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Topas Therapeutics GmbH, established in 2013 and based in Hamburg, Germany, is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of nanoparticle-based therapeutics. The company's core focus is to induce antigen-specific immune tolerance, utilizing the liver's natural immunology capabilities to treat autoimmune diseases, allergies, and anti-drug antibodies. Topas' proprietary platform, Topas Particle Conjugates, targets liver sinusoidal endothelial cells, enabling tolerance against blood-borne antigens. The company has several clinical-stage programs, including TPM203 for pemphigus vulgaris, and collaborations with pharmaceutical giants like Eli Lilly and Boehringer Ingelheim. Topas Therapeutics is backed by prominent investors such as Epidarex Capital, Gimv, EMBL Ventures, Evotec, and Boehringer Ingelheim Venture Fund.

Libra Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Libra Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2019. The company is dedicated to developing innovative disease-modifying therapeutics aimed at restoring cellular balance in patients suffering from neurodegenerative diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, frontotemporal dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Huntington's disease. Libra Therapeutics focuses on small molecule drugs that enhance autophagy, allowing for the rapid clearance of toxic proteins and the reduction of neurotoxic protein production. Through its distinct molecular approaches, the company aims to address the cellular imbalances that characterize these debilitating conditions, thereby providing potential new treatment options for affected individuals.

Macomics

Seed Round in 2020
Macomics Ltd is an immuno-oncology company based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, that focuses on developing innovative immunotherapies aimed at modulating macrophages to enhance the body's immune response against tumors. Established in 2018, the company is dedicated to creating first-in-class treatments that target the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment. By leveraging disease-specific macrophage biology, Macomics aims to harness the immune system's potential, providing clinical benefits to a broader range of cancer patients.

NodThera

Series B in 2020
NodThera Limited is a biotechnology company based in Little Chesterford, United Kingdom, with additional facilities in Seattle, Washington, and Lexington, Massachusetts. Established in 2016, the company specializes in researching and developing novel inhibitors of the NLRP3 inflammasome to address various inflammatory and neuroinflammatory diseases. NodThera's drug development portfolio includes a range of potent and selective inhibitors aimed at reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines, which are crucial contributors to chronic inflammation. The company's focus encompasses treatments for conditions such as arthritis, atherosclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and certain cancers, ultimately enabling healthcare professionals to manage these chronic diseases more effectively.

LUNAC Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
LUNAC Therapeutics is focused on developing advanced oral anticoagulant medications aimed at treating and preventing serious thrombotic events. The company’s innovative drugs are designed to reduce the risk of bleeding in patients, which allows healthcare providers to safely escalate dosages for high-risk individuals. By addressing a critical need in the management of thrombotic conditions, LUNAC Therapeutics aims to improve patient outcomes and enhance the overall safety of anticoagulant therapies.

Epsilogen

Series A in 2018
Epsilogen Ltd is an immuno-oncology company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies aimed at treating cancer. Epsilogen offers a portfolio of IgE candidates that specifically target cancer antigens such as HER2, EGFR, and PD-L1. Its innovative IgE platform supports the development and validation of novel antibodies, allowing for enhanced potency, improved tumor access, and a prolonged presence in tissue. This focus on IgE-based therapies positions Epsilogen to provide effective treatment options for patients with solid tumors.

NodThera

Series A in 2018
NodThera Limited is a biotechnology company based in Little Chesterford, United Kingdom, with additional facilities in Seattle, Washington, and Lexington, Massachusetts. Established in 2016, the company specializes in researching and developing novel inhibitors of the NLRP3 inflammasome to address various inflammatory and neuroinflammatory diseases. NodThera's drug development portfolio includes a range of potent and selective inhibitors aimed at reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines, which are crucial contributors to chronic inflammation. The company's focus encompasses treatments for conditions such as arthritis, atherosclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and certain cancers, ultimately enabling healthcare professionals to manage these chronic diseases more effectively.

AdoRx Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
AdoRx Therapeutics Limited is a drug discovery company based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, focused on developing new therapeutics for cancer by modulating the adenosine pathway. Founded in 2017, the company targets the high levels of adenosine present in the tumor microenvironment, which allow cancer cells to evade the immune system. AdoRx's lead programs concentrate on creating tailored adenosine receptor antagonists designed to counteract the effects of elevated adenosine levels. The leadership team at AdoRx has extensive experience in drug discovery, having previously developed over 25 clinical candidates. The company is supported by investment from Epidarex Capital and Sixth Element Capital, enhancing its capacity to advance innovative cancer treatments.

Enterprise Therapeutics

Series B in 2018
Enterprise Therapeutics, established in 2014 and headquartered in Brighton, UK, is a drug discovery company focused on developing therapies for respiratory diseases. Its primary focus is on chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, cystic fibrosis, and asthma. The company aims to create novel treatments that target the underlying mechanisms of mucus congestion, reducing lung infections and enhancing patients' quality of life.

Mironid

Venture Round in 2018
Mironid Limited is a drug discovery company based in Newhouse, United Kingdom, focused on developing targeted therapies for degenerative kidney diseases, chronic inflammatory diseases, and cancer. Established in 2014, Mironid specializes in creating novel drug candidate molecules by modulating the activity of key cell signaling proteins. Its drug discovery pipeline includes innovative compounds aimed at treating chronic inflammatory diseases and degenerative kidney diseases. The company employs a unique Physiology Mirroring Approach, designing assays that replicate the conformation and environment of drug targets as found in living cells. By focusing on unmet medical needs, Mironid aims to advance its drug development programs, particularly those targeting cAMP-degrading phosphodiesterase enzymes, ultimately striving to deliver effective and differentiated therapies to market.

Apellis Pharmaceuticals

Series E in 2017
Apellis Pharmaceuticals Inc., established in 2009, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts. The company specializes in developing therapeutic compounds that inhibit the complement system, focusing on autoimmune and inflammatory diseases with high unmet needs. Its lead product candidate, pegcetacoplan, is currently in Phase III trials for treating geographic atrophy in age-related macular degeneration and paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, and in Phase II trials for various kidney and blood disorders. Additionally, Apellis is developing APL-9 for preventing immune system activation during adeno-associated virus administration. The company collaborates with Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ) to advance pegcetacoplan for treating multiple rare diseases.

Epsilogen

Series A in 2017
Epsilogen Ltd is an immuno-oncology company based in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies aimed at treating cancer. Epsilogen offers a portfolio of IgE candidates that specifically target cancer antigens such as HER2, EGFR, and PD-L1. Its innovative IgE platform supports the development and validation of novel antibodies, allowing for enhanced potency, improved tumor access, and a prolonged presence in tissue. This focus on IgE-based therapies positions Epsilogen to provide effective treatment options for patients with solid tumors.

Eternygen

Series A in 2017
Eternygen GmbH is a biotechnology company based in Berlin, Germany, with an additional office in the United Kingdom. Founded in June 2012, the company specializes in the research and development of innovative drugs aimed at treating dietary-related metabolic diseases, which have seen a significant rise in prevalence over recent decades. Eternygen focuses on small molecule inhibitors targeting the sodium-coupled citrate transporter (NaCT), a crucial regulator of lipid metabolism linked to conditions such as fatty liver, diabetes, and obesity. By addressing the underlying metabolic failures associated with these diseases, Eternygen aims to develop safe and effective therapies that can enhance patient care in managing these widespread health issues.

Enterprise Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2016
Enterprise Therapeutics, established in 2014 and headquartered in Brighton, UK, is a drug discovery company focused on developing therapies for respiratory diseases. Its primary focus is on chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, cystic fibrosis, and asthma. The company aims to create novel treatments that target the underlying mechanisms of mucus congestion, reducing lung infections and enhancing patients' quality of life.

Mironid

Series A in 2016
Mironid Limited is a drug discovery company based in Newhouse, United Kingdom, focused on developing targeted therapies for degenerative kidney diseases, chronic inflammatory diseases, and cancer. Established in 2014, Mironid specializes in creating novel drug candidate molecules by modulating the activity of key cell signaling proteins. Its drug discovery pipeline includes innovative compounds aimed at treating chronic inflammatory diseases and degenerative kidney diseases. The company employs a unique Physiology Mirroring Approach, designing assays that replicate the conformation and environment of drug targets as found in living cells. By focusing on unmet medical needs, Mironid aims to advance its drug development programs, particularly those targeting cAMP-degrading phosphodiesterase enzymes, ultimately striving to deliver effective and differentiated therapies to market.

Topas Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
Topas Therapeutics GmbH, established in 2013 and based in Hamburg, Germany, is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of nanoparticle-based therapeutics. The company's core focus is to induce antigen-specific immune tolerance, utilizing the liver's natural immunology capabilities to treat autoimmune diseases, allergies, and anti-drug antibodies. Topas' proprietary platform, Topas Particle Conjugates, targets liver sinusoidal endothelial cells, enabling tolerance against blood-borne antigens. The company has several clinical-stage programs, including TPM203 for pemphigus vulgaris, and collaborations with pharmaceutical giants like Eli Lilly and Boehringer Ingelheim. Topas Therapeutics is backed by prominent investors such as Epidarex Capital, Gimv, EMBL Ventures, Evotec, and Boehringer Ingelheim Venture Fund.

Apellis Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2016
Apellis Pharmaceuticals Inc., established in 2009, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts. The company specializes in developing therapeutic compounds that inhibit the complement system, focusing on autoimmune and inflammatory diseases with high unmet needs. Its lead product candidate, pegcetacoplan, is currently in Phase III trials for treating geographic atrophy in age-related macular degeneration and paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, and in Phase II trials for various kidney and blood disorders. Additionally, Apellis is developing APL-9 for preventing immune system activation during adeno-associated virus administration. The company collaborates with Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ) to advance pegcetacoplan for treating multiple rare diseases.

Caldan Therapeutics

Series A in 2015
Caldan Therapeutics Ltd is a biotechnology company that originated as a spinout from the University of Glasgow and the University of Southern Denmark. The company focuses on the development of novel therapeutics that target free fatty acid receptors, which play a significant role in the pathophysiology of metabolic diseases, particularly Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Through a collaboration between Professor Graeme Milligan and Professor Trond Ulven, Caldan Therapeutics aims to address various aspects of T2D, including insulin secretion, insulin sensitivity, and islet cell protection. In addition to T2D, there is potential for the company's therapeutics to be applied in treating other conditions such as non-alcoholic steatohepatitis and inflammatory diseases.

Confluence Life Sciences

Series B in 2015
Confluence Life Sciences, Inc. is a drug discovery company based in Saint Louis, Missouri, founded in 2010. The company specializes in rational drug design, focusing on mechanistically novel kinase inhibitors aimed at addressing unmet medical needs in cancer and chronic inflammatory diseases. Its KINect technology platform is pivotal for identifying and developing new protein kinase drugs that target crucial enzymes involved in cancer growth, survival, and metastasis, as well as in modulating chronic inflammation. Unlike many competitors, Confluence Life Sciences explores novel binding sites on challenging kinase targets and previously un-targeted kinases. The company is driven by a team of experts with significant pharmaceutical experience, allowing it to pursue innovative strategies beyond traditional industry focus. To enhance its business potential, Confluence Life Sciences is also establishing scientific and business collaborations, fostering a pipeline strategy of discovery, development, and partnership. As of August 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Aclaris Life Sciences, Inc.

Funderbeam

Seed Round in 2015
Funderbeam is a funding and trading platform established in 2013 that connects companies with investors to facilitate the buying and selling of equity stakes in private companies. It serves as a global data platform for startups, enabling founders to access legal support, funding management, and a network of investors. The platform empowers investors by allowing them to manage their investments and trade at their convenience. Utilizing blockchain technology, Funderbeam enhances its operations by offering a secure ledger for transactions and providing access to private market investment opportunities. The platform allows clients to track their private market portfolios and directly invest in early-stage and growth companies, thereby supporting startups in securing the necessary funding for their development.

Enterprise Therapeutics

Series A in 2015
Enterprise Therapeutics, established in 2014 and headquartered in Brighton, UK, is a drug discovery company focused on developing therapies for respiratory diseases. Its primary focus is on chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, cystic fibrosis, and asthma. The company aims to create novel treatments that target the underlying mechanisms of mucus congestion, reducing lung infections and enhancing patients' quality of life.

Clyde Biosciences

Series A in 2015
Clyde Biosciences, established in 2012 and headquartered in Glasgow, UK, specializes in providing cardiac cell analysis solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, both domestically and internationally. The company's core offerings include cellOPTIQ, an optical action potential assay, and XTENDSR, a solution for measuring drug-induced changes on cardiac sarcoplasmic reticulum function. These solutions enable clients to gain insights into the mechanisms and effects of drug compounds on human cells, aiding in the evaluation of drug toxicity and cardiotoxicity risk during the research and development phase.

Enterprise Therapeutics

Series A in 2015
Enterprise Therapeutics, established in 2014 and headquartered in Brighton, UK, is a drug discovery company focused on developing therapies for respiratory diseases. Its primary focus is on chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, cystic fibrosis, and asthma. The company aims to create novel treatments that target the underlying mechanisms of mucus congestion, reducing lung infections and enhancing patients' quality of life.

Sirakoss

Series A in 2014
Sirakoss is a medical device company based in Scotland that specializes in the development of synthetic bone graft substitutes. The company focuses on creating innovative solutions for trauma, spine, craniomaxillofacial, and dental applications. Sirakoss is advancing its proprietary MaxSi™ Graft technology, which is available in granular and putty forms. This technology is designed to facilitate the fusion of bones, addressing various conditions including congenital and degenerative issues. By providing effective treatment options, Sirakoss aims to enhance patient recovery and support a return to healthy lifestyles.

Apellis Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2014
Apellis Pharmaceuticals Inc., established in 2009, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts. The company specializes in developing therapeutic compounds that inhibit the complement system, focusing on autoimmune and inflammatory diseases with high unmet needs. Its lead product candidate, pegcetacoplan, is currently in Phase III trials for treating geographic atrophy in age-related macular degeneration and paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, and in Phase II trials for various kidney and blood disorders. Additionally, Apellis is developing APL-9 for preventing immune system activation during adeno-associated virus administration. The company collaborates with Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ) to advance pegcetacoplan for treating multiple rare diseases.

Confluence Life Sciences

Series A in 2014
Confluence Life Sciences, Inc. is a drug discovery company based in Saint Louis, Missouri, founded in 2010. The company specializes in rational drug design, focusing on mechanistically novel kinase inhibitors aimed at addressing unmet medical needs in cancer and chronic inflammatory diseases. Its KINect technology platform is pivotal for identifying and developing new protein kinase drugs that target crucial enzymes involved in cancer growth, survival, and metastasis, as well as in modulating chronic inflammation. Unlike many competitors, Confluence Life Sciences explores novel binding sites on challenging kinase targets and previously un-targeted kinases. The company is driven by a team of experts with significant pharmaceutical experience, allowing it to pursue innovative strategies beyond traditional industry focus. To enhance its business potential, Confluence Life Sciences is also establishing scientific and business collaborations, fostering a pipeline strategy of discovery, development, and partnership. As of August 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Aclaris Life Sciences, Inc.

Edinburgh Molecular Imaging

Series A in 2014
Edinburgh Molecular Imaging Limited is a biotechnology company based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, established in 2014. The company focuses on image-guided therapy to detect, diagnose, and monitor diseases, primarily through its innovative molecular imaging technology. This technology employs fluorescent imaging to identify diseases in real-time during interventional procedures such as surgery. Initially, Edinburgh Molecular Imaging developed fluorescent optical imaging agents like EMI-137 for cancer detection and surgical guidance, achieving significant progress in clinical trials. In 2019, the company shifted its focus towards therapeutics, leveraging its expertise in systemic radiotherapy targeting c-Met to create a radiotheragnostic pair. The company has successfully completed proof-of-concept studies and has initiated clinical development, supported by a team with extensive experience in imaging agent discovery, medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, and cell biology, as well as knowledge of regulatory approvals and commercialization in the US and EU markets.

Leucid Bio

Leucid Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cell therapies for patients with refractory cancers, particularly solid tumors. Founded to leverage two decades of research from King's College London in the CAR-T field, Leucid Bio is guided by a seasoned management team possessing both scientific and commercial expertise. The company has a strong partnership with King's College, granting it exclusive access to a wealth of scientific, clinical, and manufacturing resources, particularly from Dr. Maher and his team of immuno-oncology specialists. By specializing in advanced CAR T-cell therapies, Leucid Bio aims to enhance treatment outcomes and provide durable responses for patients who have limited or no treatment options available.
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