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Tune Therapeutics develops cell and gene therapies guided by epigenetic programming to treat devastating diseases. The company is building an epigenetic programming platform that enables new pathways for disease treatment by tapping into the epigenome to program biology without altering the DNA sequence. This approach aims to deliver paradigm-changing therapies by modulating gene expression through epigenetic mechanisms rather than editing the genome, expanding options for diseases where conventional treatments have limited efficacy. By integrating epigenetics and cell biology, the company seeks durable, precise interventions that can reprogram cellular states to restore function while minimizing genetic change. The emphasis is on research and development to advance candidates toward clinical use to address severe and unmet medical needs.

Vandria is a biotechnology company focused on developing mitophagy inducers aimed at rejuvenating cells to combat aging and chronic diseases. By targeting the autophagy process, Vandria's products facilitate the elimination and recycling of damaged mitochondria, which is essential for maintaining proper mitochondrial function. This innovative approach seeks to help patients mitigate the effects of age-related disorders and improve overall health. Through its research and development efforts, Vandria aims to provide effective solutions for individuals facing the challenges associated with aging and chronic health conditions.

Rubedo Life Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Sunnyvale, California, focused on developing innovative therapies that target senescent cells implicated in age-related diseases. Established in 2018, the company utilizes its proprietary ALEMBIC drug discovery platform to create a pipeline of therapeutic candidates. These candidates are designed to selectively address senescent cells, as well as pro-inflammatory and pro-fibrotic cell populations that contribute to various chronic conditions, including pulmonary, dermatological, oncological, neurodegenerative, and fibrotic diseases. Rubedo's leadership team comprises industry experts with significant experience in drug development and commercialization across both large pharmaceutical companies and biotech firms.

Founded in 2012, Aeovian Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company based in the San Francisco Bay Area. It focuses on developing innovative therapeutics for rare and age-related diseases by targeting molecular pathways that address underlying causes of disease initiation and progression.

AFAR is an advance & support healthy aging through biomedical research.

Impetus Grants provide funds for scientists to immediately begin working on the most important topics in aging biology.