OrbiMed

Founded in 1989, OrbiMed is a New York-based healthcare-dedicated investment firm managing approximately $5 billion in assets. It invests across the spectrum of healthcare companies, from private start-ups to large multinational corporations, focusing on biopharmaceuticals, life sciences, digital health, medical devices, and diagnostics sectors globally.

Roy Amariglio Ph.D

Principal

Mona Ashiya

Partner

David Bonita

General Partner

Sven Borho

Managing Partner

Evan Caplan

Principal

Sumona Chakraborty

Director

Nissim Darvish

Venture Partner

Iain Dukes

Venture Partner

Michael Eggenberg

Managing Director

Lars Enstrom

Managing Director

Robert Glassman

Venture Partner

Joshua Golomb

Partner, Public Equity

Rishi Gupta

Partner

Geoffrey Hsu

General Partner

Alexandria Huynh

Analyst

Sam Isaly

Founder and Chairman Emeritus

Mark Jelley

Managing Director

Chau Khuong

Partner

Kip Kitur

Senior Associate

Kevin Koch

Venture Partner

Dimitri Krainc

Venture Partner

Jonathan Lee

Analyst

Yifu Liu

Managing Director, Asia

Jonathan Mandelbaum

Senior Associate

John McGrath MD

Venture Partner

Anat Naschitz

Venture Partner

W. Carter Neild

Managing Partner

Anat Nursella

Venture Partner

Valerie Odegard Ph.D

Venture Partner

Topher Orr

Analyst

Trevor M. Polischuk

Public Equity Partner

Matthew Rizzo

Partner

William Sawyer

Partner

Michael B. Sheffery

Partner and Co-Founder

Natasha Shervani

Senior Associate

Jonathan Silverstein

Partner

Vivek Sivathanu

Senior Associate

Stephen Squinto

Partner

Charles Steinman

Analyst

C. Scotland Stevens

General Partner

Jim Sullivan

Venture Partner

Peter Thompson

Partner

Klaus Veitinger Ph.D

Venture Partner

Clive Wang

Director, Asia

Guowei Wang Ph.D

Senior Managing Director, Asia and Partner

Steven Wang

Partner

Iris Wang

Partner

David Wang

Partner and Senior Managing Director, Asia

Conrad Wang

Principal

Dimitrios Weedon

Managing Director

Matthew Wotiz

Principal

Stella Xing

Managing Director

Diyong Xu

Principal

Nate Yee

Vice President

Daniel Zhou

Managing Director, Asia

Past deals in Life Science

Aadi Bioscience

Post in 2025
Aadi Bioscience is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing precision therapies for cancers driven by mTOR pathway alterations. It focuses on targeted mTOR inhibitors to treat genetically defined cancers, including alterations in TSC1 or TSC2 genes, where conventional inhibitors have struggled with pharmacology, delivery, safety, or tumor targeting. The company is advancing ABI-009, a clinical-phase mTOR inhibitor intended for oncology indications as well as cardiovascular and metabolic contexts. Aadi aims to bring transformative therapies to patients with ultra-rare cancers such as PEComa, and it traces its origins to an earlier name, with its operations based in Pacific Palisades, California, and a founding year of 2011.

Windward Bio

Series A in 2025
Windward Bio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to enhancing outcomes for patients with advanced immunological diseases, focusing on severe respiratory conditions. The company is advancing a fully human monoclonal antibody targeting thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP) into phase 2 clinical trials. This antibody, administered subcutaneously, potently binds to the TSLP ligand, extending its half-life and silencing its effector functions. Windward Bio is also developing innovative bispecific programs for other immunological disorders, led by a team of experienced biopharmaceutical executives aiming to address significant unmet medical needs in this field.

Verdiva Bio

Series A in 2025
Verdiva Bio is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of innovative therapies for patients with obesity and cardiometabolic disorders. The company focuses on creating more patient-friendly treatment options by targeting gut-brain biology, with a pipeline centered around multiple amylin molecules. This approach aims to enhance efficacy, improve tolerability, and facilitate healthier weight loss for individuals facing these health challenges.

RAPT Therapeutics

Post in 2024
RAPT Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing orally delivered small-molecule therapies for oncology and inflammatory diseases. It uses a proprietary discovery and development engine to create highly selective compounds that modulate immune responses. The company's lead oncology candidate, FLX475, targets the C-C motif chemokine receptor 4 and is in a Phase 1/2 program as monotherapy and in combination with pembrolizumab. The lead inflammation candidate, RPT193, is designed to selectively inhibit migration of type 2 T helper cells into inflamed tissues. Additional targets such as general control nonderepressible 2 and hematopoietic progenitor kinase 1 are in discovery. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in South San Francisco, the company aims to address unmet medical needs in cancer and inflammatory diseases.

Aadi Bioscience

Post in 2024
Aadi Bioscience is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing precision therapies for cancers driven by mTOR pathway alterations. It focuses on targeted mTOR inhibitors to treat genetically defined cancers, including alterations in TSC1 or TSC2 genes, where conventional inhibitors have struggled with pharmacology, delivery, safety, or tumor targeting. The company is advancing ABI-009, a clinical-phase mTOR inhibitor intended for oncology indications as well as cardiovascular and metabolic contexts. Aadi aims to bring transformative therapies to patients with ultra-rare cancers such as PEComa, and it traces its origins to an earlier name, with its operations based in Pacific Palisades, California, and a founding year of 2011.

SiteOne Therapeutics

Series C in 2024
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.

Avenzo Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
Avenzo Therapeutics focuses on developing innovative cancer treatments. It operates a clinical-stage platform dedicated to creating novel therapies for underserved cancers, with a pipeline targeting rare and genomically defined cancers.

Alentis Therapeutics

Series D in 2024
Alentis Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for cancer and fibrotic diseases, including liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. It pursues CLDN1-targeted approaches, developing anti-CLDN1 antibodies and antibody-drug conjugates to modify disease progression in CLDN1-positive cancers. Founded in 2019 and based in Basel, Switzerland, the company advances programs that aim to modulate the immune response and enhance anti-tumor activity while addressing liver-related conditions.

Lomond Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2024
Lomond Therapeutics is a pharmaceutical company specializing in the discovery and development of small molecule inhibitors targeting escape variants in hematologic malignancies.

Leal Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2024
Leal Therapeutics is a Massachusetts-based company focused on developing innovative therapeutics aimed at addressing significant and unmet needs in central nervous system disorders. By leveraging precision medicine, Leal Therapeutics seeks to provide effective treatment options for patients suffering from various neurological conditions. The company's commitment to advancing therapeutic solutions is reflected in its dedication to improving patient outcomes through targeted interventions.

Triveni Bio

Series B in 2024
Triveni Bio is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of novel antibody therapies for immunological and inflammatory disorders. The company employs a genetics-driven precision medicine approach to identify patients most likely to respond to its treatments, aiming to accelerate drug development and improve the effectiveness and safety of therapies.

Poxel

Post in 2024
Poxel is a biopharmaceutical company based in Lyon, France, focused on developing innovative drugs for metabolic diseases, with a primary emphasis on type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Founded in 2009, Poxel's lead product is Imeglimin, an oral anti-diabetic candidate in Phase III clinical development that targets key organs affected by diabetes, such as the pancreas, liver, and muscles. The company is also advancing PXL770, an adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase enzyme in Phase IIa clinical trials for treating chronic metabolic diseases like NASH. Additionally, Poxel has licensing agreements for PXL007 (EYP001), an FXR agonist in Phase I study for hepatitis B and NASH, and PXL065, a mitochondrial pyruvate carrier inhibitor in Phase I clinical trials for NASH.

Scorpion Therapeutics

Series C in 2024
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.

Corvus Pharmaceuticals

Post in 2024
Corvus Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on immuno-oncology therapies that modulate the immune system to treat cancer. Its pipeline includes Ciforadenant, an oral A2A receptor antagonist, CPI-006, an anti-CD73 antibody, CPI-818, an ITK inhibitor, and soquelitinib, an ITK-targeting agent. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Burlingame, California.

Alterome Therapeutics

Series B in 2024
Alterome Therapeutics is a precision oncology biotechnology company focused on developing alteration-specific therapeutics to target high-value, validated oncogenic drivers. It employs structure-guided drug discovery and advanced computational chemistry to create small-molecule therapies that selectively address oncogenic alterations, with the aim of improving patient outcomes in cancer.

Q32 Bio

Post in 2024
Q32 Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on restoring healthy immune balance in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases by developing antibody-based therapies that modulate regulators of the innate and adaptive immune systems. Its development program includes ADX-914, a human anti-IL-7R antibody aimed at rebalancing adaptive immune function, and ADX-097, which demonstrates tissue-targeted distribution and durable pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics. Founded in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company emphasizes a team of scientists and immunology experts pursuing novel biologics to address diseases with limited or inadequate treatment options.

BiomX

Post in 2024
BiomX develops bacteriophage-based therapies targeting bacteria linked to skin conditions and chronic diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, liver disorders, and cancer. It collaborates with renowned institutions for research and development, aiming to create innovative microbiome therapeutics.

BioAge Labs

Series D in 2024
BioAge Labs develops medicines to treat aging and age-related diseases using its proprietary BioAge platform, which combines systems biology and AI. Its pipeline includes BGE-117 for multiple aging-related conditions, BGE-175 for immune aging and respiratory infections, and azelaprag for obesity in the elderly.

Mineralys Therapeutics

Post in 2024
Mineralys Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for hypertension. The company is advancing its lead product candidate, MLS-101, a highly selective and potent aldosterone synthase inhibitor licensed from Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation. Mineralys aims to provide a targeted treatment for patients with uncontrolled hypertension, particularly those who do not achieve adequate blood pressure control despite using multiple antihypertensive medications. By addressing the underlying factors associated with elevated aldosterone levels, Mineralys seeks to improve treatment outcomes for individuals suffering from this condition.

OnCusp Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
OnCusp Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to accelerating oncology medication innovation globally. It focuses on translating preclinical drug candidates into clinical proof-of-concept stage and advancing them for rapid global early clinical development.

ENYO Pharma

Series C in 2024
ENYO Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Lyon, France, with additional operations in Melbourne, Australia. Founded in 2014, it focuses on discovering and developing antiviral therapies by studying virus-host interactions within the human protein interaction network and leveraging its drug discovery platform to identify intracellular targets and molecules. The company's pipeline includes EYP001, a lead compound that modulates FXR, aiming to reduce the hepatitis B virus cccDNA reservoir and suppress viral transcription, and EYP002 for preclinical development. It also conducts toxicology testing for antiviral candidates against multiple viruses, including influenza, and pursues additional programs aimed at chronic hepatitis B and other infectious diseases. ENYO collaborates with researchers and institutions in Lyon, including Inserm and related biopole ecosystems, to advance its programs through early-stage clinical development and preclinical studies. The company aims to translate virus-host interaction biology into therapeutics for infectious diseases and related liver and metabolic conditions.

Forward Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
Forward Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative oral small molecule therapies to treat chronic inflammatory disorders. The company's platform, driven by leading scientific expertise, enables the discovery and development of advanced treatments that aim to significantly improve patient outcomes and address unmet medical needs in this field.

Terremoto Biosciences

Series B in 2023
Terremoto Biosciences is a biotechnology company that develops innovative drug delivery systems. Its platform enables the creation of optimized small-molecule medicines, aiming to enhance therapeutic benefits and potentially cure diseases.

Triveni Bio

Series A in 2023
Triveni Bio is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of novel antibody therapies for immunological and inflammatory disorders. The company employs a genetics-driven precision medicine approach to identify patients most likely to respond to its treatments, aiming to accelerate drug development and improve the effectiveness and safety of therapies.

Star Therapeutics

Series C in 2023
Star Therapeutics aims to develop therapies for numerous rare diseases by identifying those with shared biological pathways. This approach enables the creation of single treatments capable of addressing multiple conditions, thereby expanding pharmaceutical pipelines.

Fore Biotherapeutics

Series D in 2023
Fore Biotherapeutics is a precision oncology company focused on developing targeted cancer therapies guided by functional genomics. It aims to create a pipeline of treatments for patients with currently unaddressed mutations across established oncology targets.

Valneva

Post in 2023
Valneva is a vaccine company focused on developing prophylactic vaccines for infectious diseases with significant unmet medical needs. It has successfully commercialized two vaccines, IXIARO/JESPECT and DUKORAL, and is advancing candidates against Lyme disease, chikungunya virus, and COVID-19.

ADARx Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2023
ADARx Pharmaceuticals specializes in the development of RNA editing therapeutics. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on discovering and developing innovative treatments that utilize endogenous enzymes to precisely target and correct single point mutations in mRNA transcripts, restoring the production of functional proteins.

Gracell Biotechnologies

Post in 2023
Gracell Biotechnologies Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of innovative cell therapies for cancer treatment. Based in Shanghai, China, Gracell's lead product candidates include GC012F, a dual-targeting autologous CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma, and GC019F, which targets adult B cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Both candidates are currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials. Additionally, the company is advancing GC007F for B cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and GC027 for adult T cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, among others. Gracell also has a range of earlier-stage product candidates addressing various cancer types, such as ovarian cancer and breast cancer. Founded in 2017, the company aims to provide effective cellular therapeutics to improve outcomes for patients with hematological malignancies and solid tumors.

Aer Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
Aer Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for respiratory diseases characterized by excess mucus and mucus plugs. Its primary focus lies in addressing significant unmet needs in conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis, and asthma.

Congruence Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
Congruence Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that integrates computational and experimental drug discovery to design novel small molecules for diseases of protein misfolding, using structural bioinformatics, computational chemistry, and machine learning to identify and optimize pharmacological stabilizers at accelerated pace and scale to correct disease pathogenesis.

BiomX

Post in 2023
BiomX develops bacteriophage-based therapies targeting bacteria linked to skin conditions and chronic diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, liver disorders, and cancer. It collaborates with renowned institutions for research and development, aiming to create innovative microbiome therapeutics.

ADARx Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2023
ADARx Pharmaceuticals specializes in the development of RNA editing therapeutics. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on discovering and developing innovative treatments that utilize endogenous enzymes to precisely target and correct single point mutations in mRNA transcripts, restoring the production of functional proteins.

Amolyt Pharma

Series C in 2023
Amolyt Pharma is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing peptide-based therapies for rare endocrine and metabolic disorders. The company is advancing several programs, including AZP-3601, a parathyroid hormone analog aimed at treating hypoparathyroidism by maintaining stable calcium levels in the blood. Additionally, Amolyt Pharma is developing AZP-3404, a peptide with a novel mechanism of action designed to restore fat and glucose metabolism. Through its innovative approaches, the company aims to provide effective solutions for patients suffering from critical and rare metabolic conditions.

ArriVent Biopharma

Series B in 2022
ArriVent is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative medicines to treat currently untreatable cancers. It aims to advance its lead candidate, furmonertinib, and other novel therapeutics like next-generation antibody-drug conjugates through clinical development and commercialization, initially targeting solid tumors.

iECURE

Series A in 2022
iECURE is a gene editing company developing mutation-agnostic in vivo gene insertion therapies to treat rare, life-threatening liver disorders in children. Its approach seeks long-term, potentially curative treatment for metabolic liver diseases caused by loss-of-function mutations, with initial programs targeting ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency, citrullinemia type 1, and phenylketonuria.

Alterome Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Alterome Therapeutics is a precision oncology biotechnology company focused on developing alteration-specific therapeutics to target high-value, validated oncogenic drivers. It employs structure-guided drug discovery and advanced computational chemistry to create small-molecule therapies that selectively address oncogenic alterations, with the aim of improving patient outcomes in cancer.

PIC Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
PIC Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing cancer treatment through the selective modulation of oncogene translation. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the company develops precision-based therapeutics that target the master switch of cancer signaling pathways. By modulating the pre-initiation complex responsible for messenger RNA translation, PIC Therapeutics aims to selectively block the production of oncogene proteins. This innovative approach has the potential to simultaneously address multiple oncogenic drivers, paving the way for a new generation of cancer therapies that could significantly enhance patient outcomes.

Insmed

Post in 2022
Insmed is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases. Its first approved product, ARIKAYCE®, treats Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) lung disease in adults with limited treatment options. Insmed's pipeline includes INS1007 for non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis and other inflammatory diseases, and INS1009 for pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Treeline Biosciences

Venture Round in 2022
Treeline Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing precision medicines for cancer and other serious diseases. Founded in 2021 and based in Stamford, Connecticut, the company uses a platform that integrates pathophysiology, genomics, and pattern recognition to identify therapeutic approaches that address unmet patient needs.

Terremoto Biosciences

Series A in 2022
Terremoto Biosciences is a biotechnology company that develops innovative drug delivery systems. Its platform enables the creation of optimized small-molecule medicines, aiming to enhance therapeutic benefits and potentially cure diseases.

Aspen Neuroscience

Series B in 2022
Aspen Neuroscience develops autologous neuron replacement therapies based on induced pluripotent stem cells to treat neurological conditions, starting with Parkinson's disease. The company uses patient-specific restorative cell therapies by combining pluripotent stem cell biology with genomic approaches and artificial intelligence to address both sporadic and familial forms of Parkinson's disease, focusing on autologous neuron replacement to modify disease progression. Based in San Diego, California, the company is a development-stage biotechnology company pursuing expansion of its iPSC-based platform to other brain disorders.

Valneva

Post in 2022
Valneva is a vaccine company focused on developing prophylactic vaccines for infectious diseases with significant unmet medical needs. It has successfully commercialized two vaccines, IXIARO/JESPECT and DUKORAL, and is advancing candidates against Lyme disease, chikungunya virus, and COVID-19.

Star Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2022
Star Therapeutics aims to develop therapies for numerous rare diseases by identifying those with shared biological pathways. This approach enables the creation of single treatments capable of addressing multiple conditions, thereby expanding pharmaceutical pipelines.

Electra Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
Electra Therapeutics is a clinical stage biotechnology company focused on developing therapies aimed at treating immunological diseases and cancer. The company specializes in targeting signal regulatory proteins (SIRP) to deplete pathological immune cells. Its lead product candidate, ELA026, is a monoclonal antibody currently in clinical development for secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (sHLH), a severe hyperinflammatory condition with no existing approved treatments. In addition to ELA026, Electra has two preclinical programs under development, highlighting its commitment to addressing unmet medical needs in the field of immunology and oncology.

ArriVent Biopharma

Series A in 2022
ArriVent is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative medicines to treat currently untreatable cancers. It aims to advance its lead candidate, furmonertinib, and other novel therapeutics like next-generation antibody-drug conjugates through clinical development and commercialization, initially targeting solid tumors.

Congruence Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Congruence Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that integrates computational and experimental drug discovery to design novel small molecules for diseases of protein misfolding, using structural bioinformatics, computational chemistry, and machine learning to identify and optimize pharmacological stabilizers at accelerated pace and scale to correct disease pathogenesis.

HanBio Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
HanBio Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to researching and developing next generation transformative medicines.

ImmPACT Bio

Series B in 2022
ImmPACT Bio USA Inc. is a cell therapy company focused on developing engineered T-cells for the treatment of solid tumors. The company specializes in creating chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapies that target specific gene loss features in tumor cells, allowing for the selective destruction of cancerous tissues while preserving healthy ones. This technology aims to enhance tumor specificity, enabling the CAR-T cells to induce cytotoxicity only when engaging with tumor cells, thereby minimizing the safety risks commonly associated with existing CAR-T therapies. ImmPACT Bio's innovative approach seeks to improve treatment outcomes for cancer patients by offering a more precise and safer therapeutic option.

Alterome Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Alterome Therapeutics is a precision oncology biotechnology company focused on developing alteration-specific therapeutics to target high-value, validated oncogenic drivers. It employs structure-guided drug discovery and advanced computational chemistry to create small-molecule therapies that selectively address oncogenic alterations, with the aim of improving patient outcomes in cancer.

Leal Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2022
Leal Therapeutics is a Massachusetts-based company focused on developing innovative therapeutics aimed at addressing significant and unmet needs in central nervous system disorders. By leveraging precision medicine, Leal Therapeutics seeks to provide effective treatment options for patients suffering from various neurological conditions. The company's commitment to advancing therapeutic solutions is reflected in its dedication to improving patient outcomes through targeted interventions.

LifeCell International

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2004, LifeCell is an Indian company specializing in stem cell banking services. It offers comprehensive solutions including umbilical cord stem cell banking, research & development, clinical trials, and therapeutic applications. With its headquarters in Chennai, LifeCell operates through over 100 service centers across India and the GCC countries.

Amolyt Pharma

Series B in 2021
Amolyt Pharma is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing peptide-based therapies for rare endocrine and metabolic disorders. The company is advancing several programs, including AZP-3601, a parathyroid hormone analog aimed at treating hypoparathyroidism by maintaining stable calcium levels in the blood. Additionally, Amolyt Pharma is developing AZP-3404, a peptide with a novel mechanism of action designed to restore fat and glucose metabolism. Through its innovative approaches, the company aims to provide effective solutions for patients suffering from critical and rare metabolic conditions.

iECURE

Series A in 2021
iECURE is a gene editing company developing mutation-agnostic in vivo gene insertion therapies to treat rare, life-threatening liver disorders in children. Its approach seeks long-term, potentially curative treatment for metabolic liver diseases caused by loss-of-function mutations, with initial programs targeting ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency, citrullinemia type 1, and phenylketonuria.

ADARx Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2021
ADARx Pharmaceuticals specializes in the development of RNA editing therapeutics. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on discovering and developing innovative treatments that utilize endogenous enzymes to precisely target and correct single point mutations in mRNA transcripts, restoring the production of functional proteins.

Humacyte

Post in 2021
Humacyte specializes in developing human tissue-based products for regenerative medicine and vascular surgery. It creates acellular extracellular matrices using banked vascular smooth muscle cells, which are then decellularized to eliminate rejection risks. These matrices serve as off-the-shelf tissue-engineered grafts for patients requiring vascular repair or replacement.

XinThera

Series B in 2021
XinThera is a drug discovery company dedicated to developing precision medicines for the treatment of cancer and immunologic diseases. The company utilizes advanced computational chemistry technologies to design small molecule therapies aimed at well-validated targets that are often considered challenging in oncology and immunology. By focusing on these promising targets, XinThera strives to provide effective drug therapies that can address unmet medical needs for patients suffering from these conditions.

ArriVent Biopharma

Series A in 2021
ArriVent is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative medicines to treat currently untreatable cancers. It aims to advance its lead candidate, furmonertinib, and other novel therapeutics like next-generation antibody-drug conjugates through clinical development and commercialization, initially targeting solid tumors.

Biocytogen

Venture Round in 2021
Biocytogen specializes in developing gene-targeted animal models for life science research, offering customized mouse models, phenotype analysis, and extreme genome editing platforms. It also provides integrated solutions for antibody drug development, including animal model generation, therapeutic antibody discovery, and preclinical validation studies.

RayzeBio

Series C in 2021
RayzeBio, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2020. The company specializes in developing tumor-targeted small molecule medicines that leverage radioisotopes to improve cancer treatment outcomes. RayzeBio focuses on creating innovative radiopharmaceuticals, particularly utilizing alpha-emitting radioisotopes like Actinium-225, to target solid tumors effectively. With a robust pipeline of drug candidates, RayzeBio is committed to addressing significant market opportunities in oncology through late-stage clinical programs, development initiatives, and discovery efforts. The company's mission is to provide effective therapeutic solutions aimed at defeating cancer.

Nautilus Biotechnology

Post in 2021
Nautilus Biotechnology is a life sciences company developing platform technology to quantify and unlock the complexity of the human proteome. It aims to revolutionize proteomics, accelerate drug development, and improve healthcare management by democratizing access to the proteome.

Stemirna

Venture Round in 2021
Stemirna Therapeutics is a RNA technology based drug development company designed to maximize the potential of RNA science. The company currently has more than a dozen of independently-developed mRNA drug projects, focusing on the fields of mRNA-based personalized cancer vaccines, mRNA vaccines for infectious disease, protein defects diseases, and genetic diseases, providing cure and solutions for cancer and infectious diseases, better serving patients.

Binx

Series E in 2021
Binx Health Limited is an in vitro diagnostics company based in Trowbridge, United Kingdom, founded in 2005. The company specializes in developing diagnostic instruments and disposable cartridge systems for decentralized laboratory and point-of-care settings. Its flagship product, the binx io platform, is the first FDA-cleared, CLIA-waived system for detecting chlamydia and gonorrhea in both males and females, delivering results comparable to central laboratory performance within approximately thirty minutes. Binx Health aims to enhance healthcare access by addressing traditional barriers and extending outreach through its point-of-care diagnostic solutions. The company also focuses on providing rapid polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based results and a comprehensive digital program that includes evidence-based testing, counseling, treatment, and follow-up services. Binx Health has established a strategic partnership with Sherlock Biosciences, further strengthening its commitment to improving community health outcomes.

Splisense

Series B in 2021
Splisense is develops antisense oligonucleotide based therapies to target genetic diseases caused by splicing mutations. The company has developed a compound to cure the lung disease in cystic fibrosis patients carrying a specific splicing mutation. It is also developing a targeted modulation approach to correct the splicing pattern of CFTR transcripts according to the specific mutation carried.

Gennao Bio

Series A in 2021
Gennao Bio is a privately held company focused on developing innovative targeted nucleic acid therapeutics, primarily aimed at treating oncology and rare monogenic skeletal muscle diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary gene monoclonal antibody (GMAB) platform technology, which features a novel, cell-penetrating antibody that facilitates the non-covalent binding and delivery of various nucleic acid payloads to specific cells. This non-viral delivery system stands out from traditional gene therapy methods by allowing for multiple types of nucleic acids, enabling repeat dosing, and employing established manufacturing processes. Gennao Bio's approach aims to address significant unmet medical needs and improve patient outcomes in the relevant therapeutic areas.

Treeline Biosciences

Series A in 2021
Treeline Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing precision medicines for cancer and other serious diseases. Founded in 2021 and based in Stamford, Connecticut, the company uses a platform that integrates pathophysiology, genomics, and pattern recognition to identify therapeutic approaches that address unmet patient needs.

Invivyd

Series C in 2021
Invivyd is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing antibody-based therapies aimed at protecting individuals from serious viral infectious diseases, particularly those with pandemic potential. The company focuses on innovative solutions that surpass the natural limits of immunity, starting with its lead product candidates for SARS-CoV-2. Notable among these candidates are ADG20, designed for the treatment and prevention of COVID-19, and VYD222, a monoclonal antibody optimized for enhanced potency and durability of protection. Invivyd's mission centers on delivering effective, long-lasting therapies to safeguard vulnerable populations from the severe repercussions of ongoing viral threats.

Theseus Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2021
Theseus Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to enhancing the lives of cancer patients through the development of targeted therapies. The company focuses on discovering and commercializing innovative treatments that specifically address drug resistance mutations in critical driver oncogenes, which are genes that, when mutated, contribute to cancer progression. By leveraging advanced technology, Theseus Pharmaceuticals aims to transform cancer care and improve patient outcomes.

Scribe Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2018, Scribe Therapeutics specializes in engineering and developing in vivo therapies based on CRISPR technology to rewrite and repair genetic disorders. Its proprietary platform, X-Editing (XE), enables greater efficacy, specificity, and deliverability compared to existing CRISPR technologies.

Graphite Bio

Series B in 2021
Graphite Bio is a clinical-stage gene editing company focused on targeted DNA integration to treat serious diseases. Its platform aims to precisely insert, repair, or replace genetic sequences by integrating therapeutic cargoes at predefined genomic locations, enabling correction of mutations or replacement of disease-causing genes while preserving normal regulatory control. Based in South San Francisco, the company pursues high-efficiency precision gene editing to address underlying causes of disease.

Century Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
Century Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing allogeneic cell therapies derived from induced pluripotent stem cells to treat cancer and related diseases. Its platform enables engineering of iPSCs into NK and T cells with master cell banks of modified cells that can be expanded and differentiated into standardized, off-the-shelf therapies. The company combines CRISPR-mediated gene editing, proprietary chimeric antigen receptors, Allo-Evasion technology, and manufacturing capabilities to enable scalable production of homogeneous cell products for hematologic and solid tumors. While focused on oncology, its platform also targets autoimmune and inflammatory diseases with the goal of improving cell therapy performance and reducing host immune rejection.

Visen Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2021
Visen Pharmaceuticals is an innovative biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and providing advanced treatments for endocrine diseases in China. With a patient-centric approach, Visen aims to deliver first-in-class or best-in-class products, covering both common and rare endocrine conditions in adults and children. The company leverages cutting-edge technologies and global resources, with established offices in Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong, and Taipei, along with a Greater China R&D and manufacturing site in Suzhou.

Abbisko Therapeutics

Series D in 2021
Abbisko Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovery and development of differentiated small-molecule oncology therapies. Based in Shanghai, China, and founded in 2016, the company emphasizes immuno-oncology and aims to advance cancer treatments through in-house research and development, with a focus on therapies for hepatocellular carcinoma and solid tumors.

Scorpion Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
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.

RayzeBio

Series B in 2020
RayzeBio, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2020. The company specializes in developing tumor-targeted small molecule medicines that leverage radioisotopes to improve cancer treatment outcomes. RayzeBio focuses on creating innovative radiopharmaceuticals, particularly utilizing alpha-emitting radioisotopes like Actinium-225, to target solid tumors effectively. With a robust pipeline of drug candidates, RayzeBio is committed to addressing significant market opportunities in oncology through late-stage clinical programs, development initiatives, and discovery efforts. The company's mission is to provide effective therapeutic solutions aimed at defeating cancer.

Enliven Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Founded in 2019, Enliven Therapeutics is a precision oncology company based in Boulder, Colorado. It focuses on developing small molecule therapies to extend and improve patient lives by targeting clinically validated biological targets with industry-leading chemistry.

Syros Pharmaceuticals

Post in 2020
Syros Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing innovative treatments for cancer and monogenic diseases through gene control medicines. The company is advancing its lead product candidates, including SY-1425, a selective retinoic acid receptor alpha agonist currently in Phase II clinical trials for specific patient populations with acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndrome, and SY-5609, a cyclin-dependent kinase 7 inhibitor under investigation in a Phase I clinical trial for advanced solid tumors. Syros is also engaged in collaborative research, including a partnership with Incyte Corporation aimed at identifying therapeutic targets for myeloproliferative neoplasms and a licensing agreement with TMRC Co. Ltd. for the development of tamibarotene. With a focus on mapping gene regulatory circuits, Syros leverages its proprietary platform and expertise to address significant unmet medical needs in oncology. Founded in 2011, the company aims to establish new standards of care for patients with hematologic malignancies.

Invivyd

Series B in 2020
Invivyd is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing antibody-based therapies aimed at protecting individuals from serious viral infectious diseases, particularly those with pandemic potential. The company focuses on innovative solutions that surpass the natural limits of immunity, starting with its lead product candidates for SARS-CoV-2. Notable among these candidates are ADG20, designed for the treatment and prevention of COVID-19, and VYD222, a monoclonal antibody optimized for enhanced potency and durability of protection. Invivyd's mission centers on delivering effective, long-lasting therapies to safeguard vulnerable populations from the severe repercussions of ongoing viral threats.

Decibel Therapeutics

Series D in 2020
Decibel Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing innovative therapies aimed at protecting, repairing, and restoring hearing. The company addresses various hearing disorders, including those related to pediatric cancers, cystic fibrosis, noise exposure, age-related and genetic hearing loss, as well as conditions characterized by persistent tinnitus. Decibel Therapeutics employs a multifaceted approach that includes drug delivery to the inner ear, advanced imaging techniques, and pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic modeling. The company leverages its expertise in inner ear biology, single-cell genomics, and bioinformatics to develop effective treatments for hearing loss and related disorders. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Decibel Therapeutics was originally known as Hearing, Inc. before rebranding in 2014.

Q32 Bio

Series B in 2020
Q32 Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on restoring healthy immune balance in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases by developing antibody-based therapies that modulate regulators of the innate and adaptive immune systems. Its development program includes ADX-914, a human anti-IL-7R antibody aimed at rebalancing adaptive immune function, and ADX-097, which demonstrates tissue-targeted distribution and durable pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics. Founded in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company emphasizes a team of scientists and immunology experts pursuing novel biologics to address diseases with limited or inadequate treatment options.

Gracell Biotechnologies

Series C in 2020
Gracell Biotechnologies Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of innovative cell therapies for cancer treatment. Based in Shanghai, China, Gracell's lead product candidates include GC012F, a dual-targeting autologous CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma, and GC019F, which targets adult B cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Both candidates are currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials. Additionally, the company is advancing GC007F for B cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and GC027 for adult T cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, among others. Gracell also has a range of earlier-stage product candidates addressing various cancer types, such as ovarian cancer and breast cancer. Founded in 2017, the company aims to provide effective cellular therapeutics to improve outcomes for patients with hematological malignancies and solid tumors.

Nuvation Bio

Post in 2020
Nuvation Bio is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for oncology, focusing on patients with difficult-to-treat cancers where conventional treatments have proven ineffective.

Olema Oncology

Series C in 2020
Olema Oncology is a preclinical biotechnology company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for the treatment and prevention of estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer. The company specializes in discovering and commercializing targeted treatments specifically designed for women's cancers. By leveraging its extensive understanding of endocrine-driven cancers, nuclear receptors, and mechanisms of acquired resistance, Olema aims to create compounds that surpass existing therapies. The company's focus is on transforming the standard of care for both pre- and post-menopausal women with cancer, with an emphasis on developing more effective and convenient treatment options. Olema's pipeline includes drug candidates such as OP-1250 and OP-3136, which have progressed through discovery and preclinical studies.

InventisBio

Series D in 2020
InventisBio Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing innovative therapeutics for cancer and metabolic diseases. Founded in 2013 and based in Pudong, China, the company has developed a range of small molecule drug candidates targeting lung cancer, breast cancer, and gout. Among its notable products is D-0316, a third-generation EGFR-T790M tyrosine kinase inhibitor. InventisBio is also engaged in creating targeted immuno-oncology therapies that can be used in combination with existing treatments, such as PD-1 antibodies, to address various cancer indications. Co-founded by Dr. Yaolin Wang and a team of scientists with extensive experience in drug discovery at major pharmaceutical companies, InventisBio aims to provide effective therapies for significant health challenges.

Silverback Therapeutics

Series C in 2020
Silverback Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Seattle, Washington, specializing in the development of tissue-targeted therapeutics aimed at treating cancer, chronic viral infections, and other serious diseases. The company’s lead product candidate, SBT6050, is currently in a Phase I/Ib clinical trial and is designed as a TLR8 agonist linker-payload conjugated to a HER2-directed monoclonal antibody, targeting tumors such as breast and non-small cell lung cancers. Silverback is also advancing SBT6290, a preclinical candidate targeting Nectin4 in various cancers, and SBT8230, which aims to treat chronic hepatitis B virus infection. The company employs its proprietary ImmunoTAC technology platform to create therapies that can be systemically administered while acting specifically at disease sites, thereby potentially modulating fundamental disease pathways previously considered inaccessible. Founded in 2016, Silverback Therapeutics is committed to innovative approaches in biopharmaceutical development.

Fore Biotherapeutics

Series C in 2020
Fore Biotherapeutics is a precision oncology company focused on developing targeted cancer therapies guided by functional genomics. It aims to create a pipeline of treatments for patients with currently unaddressed mutations across established oncology targets.

ESCAPE Bio

Venture Round in 2020
ESCAPE Bio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing small molecule therapies for genetically defined subpopulations affected by neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2015 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company aims to improve the lives of patients suffering from conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and sphingolipid storage disorders. ESCAPE Bio's pipeline includes innovative candidates like ESB1609, a small molecule S1P5 receptor agonist targeting CNS lysosomal storage disorders, and ESB5070, a kinase inhibitor specifically designed for Parkinson's patients with the LRRK2 G2019S variant. Additionally, the company is developing a program aimed at addressing the needs of Alzheimer's patients who carry the ApoE4 risk allele. Through its precision-targeted approach, ESCAPE Bio seeks to provide effective treatment options for individuals with these complex genetic profiles.

I-Mab Biopharma

Post in 2020
I-Mab Biopharma (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Shanghai, China, with additional offices in Beijing and Rockville, Maryland. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative biologics aimed at addressing significant unmet medical needs, particularly in the fields of immuno-oncology and immuno-inflammation. I-Mab's diverse drug pipeline targets various therapeutic areas, including multiple myeloma, autoimmune diseases, pediatric growth hormone deficiency, and several cancer indications such as head and neck cancer. Key candidates in its portfolio include Uliledlimab, an antibody for solid tumors, along with Ragistomig and Givastomig, highlighting the company's commitment to developing transformative therapies for patients.

Kinnate Biopharma

Series C in 2020
Kinnate Biopharma Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery and development of small molecule kinase inhibitors aimed at treating genomically defined cancers. Established in 2018 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company focuses on precision oncology therapeutics, leveraging its expertise in structure-based drug discovery and translational research. Kinnate's lead product candidate, KIN002787, is a rapidly accelerated fibrosarcoma inhibitor currently in preclinical development for lung cancer, melanoma, and other solid tumors. Additionally, the company is advancing other preclinical candidates, including KIN003, which targets cancer-associated alterations in FGFR2 and FGFR3 genes, and a Cyclin-Dependent Kinase 12 inhibitor in the KIN004 program. Kinnate Biopharma is committed to developing targeted therapeutics for underserved patient populations, aiming to expand the reach of precision medicine in cancer treatment.

ReViral

Series C in 2020
ReViral Ltd is a biotechnology company based in Stevenage, United Kingdom, specializing in the discovery and development of antiviral drugs targeting respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Founded in 2011, ReViral is focused on creating innovative first-in-class compounds, including a highly potent fusion inhibitor designed specifically for treating severe RSV infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as neonates. By advancing these novel antiviral treatments, ReViral aims to address significant unmet medical needs and expand the antiviral market, ultimately improving patient outcomes for those affected by RSV.

ImmPACT Bio

Series A in 2020
ImmPACT Bio USA Inc. is a cell therapy company focused on developing engineered T-cells for the treatment of solid tumors. The company specializes in creating chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapies that target specific gene loss features in tumor cells, allowing for the selective destruction of cancerous tissues while preserving healthy ones. This technology aims to enhance tumor specificity, enabling the CAR-T cells to induce cytotoxicity only when engaging with tumor cells, thereby minimizing the safety risks commonly associated with existing CAR-T therapies. ImmPACT Bio's innovative approach seeks to improve treatment outcomes for cancer patients by offering a more precise and safer therapeutic option.

Invivyd

Series A in 2020
Invivyd is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing antibody-based therapies aimed at protecting individuals from serious viral infectious diseases, particularly those with pandemic potential. The company focuses on innovative solutions that surpass the natural limits of immunity, starting with its lead product candidates for SARS-CoV-2. Notable among these candidates are ADG20, designed for the treatment and prevention of COVID-19, and VYD222, a monoclonal antibody optimized for enhanced potency and durability of protection. Invivyd's mission centers on delivering effective, long-lasting therapies to safeguard vulnerable populations from the severe repercussions of ongoing viral threats.

Harbour BioMed

Series C in 2020
Harbour BioMed is a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing therapeutics for cancer and inflammatory diseases. Established in 2016 with operations in Shanghai, Cambridge, and Rotterdam, the company leverages its proprietary transgenic mouse platforms to generate fully human monoclonal antibodies (H2L2) and heavy chain only antibodies (HCAb), enabling the development of differentiated compounds such as bi-specific and multi-specific antibodies. Harbour BioMed collaborates strategically with various institutions and companies, including The Wistar Institute, WuXi Biologics, and Vir Biotechnology, to advance its pipeline of therapeutics targeting autoimmune diseases, dry eye disease, COVID-19, and other indications.

Prothelia

Venture Round in 2020
Prothelia is a private biotech company based in the United States, established in 2007. The company focuses on the research and development of therapeutic proteins aimed at treating muscular dystrophy and addressing human protein replacement deficiencies. Its lead program targets congenital muscular dystrophy type 1A, a rare condition that affects around 4,000 patients. Prothelia's innovative approach seeks to enhance treatment options for individuals suffering from muscular dystrophy, thereby contributing to advancements in biopharmaceutical therapies.

Q32 Bio

Series A in 2020
Q32 Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on restoring healthy immune balance in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases by developing antibody-based therapies that modulate regulators of the innate and adaptive immune systems. Its development program includes ADX-914, a human anti-IL-7R antibody aimed at rebalancing adaptive immune function, and ADX-097, which demonstrates tissue-targeted distribution and durable pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics. Founded in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company emphasizes a team of scientists and immunology experts pursuing novel biologics to address diseases with limited or inadequate treatment options.

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.

Pandion Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Pandion Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapeutics for patients with autoimmune diseases. The company’s lead product candidate, PT101, is an engineered interleukin-2 variant currently undergoing Phase 1a clinical trials for various autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, including moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis and systemic lupus erythematosus. In addition to PT101, Pandion's pipeline includes PT627, a systemic PD-1 agonist in preclinical studies, and two bifunctional molecules, PT001 and PT002, designed to provide tissue-selective immunomodulation by targeting specific adhesion molecules in the gastrointestinal tract. Pandion employs a network-based approach to immune system conceptualization through its TALON drug design platform and collaborates with Astellas Pharma to develop locally acting immunomodulators for pancreatic autoimmune diseases. The company aims to create a new generation of therapeutics that offer enhanced efficacy and safety for the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.

Aspen Neuroscience

Series A in 2020
Aspen Neuroscience develops autologous neuron replacement therapies based on induced pluripotent stem cells to treat neurological conditions, starting with Parkinson's disease. The company uses patient-specific restorative cell therapies by combining pluripotent stem cell biology with genomic approaches and artificial intelligence to address both sporadic and familial forms of Parkinson's disease, focusing on autologous neuron replacement to modify disease progression. Based in San Diego, California, the company is a development-stage biotechnology company pursuing expansion of its iPSC-based platform to other brain disorders.

AbCellera

Series A 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.

Rongchang Pharmaceutical

Series A in 2020
Yantai Rongchang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. is a pharmaceutical company based in Yantai, China, founded in 1993. The company engages in the research and development, production, and distribution of modern Chinese medicine and biological drugs. Over the years, Rongchang Pharmaceutical has evolved into a comprehensive enterprise that combines various aspects of the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on innovation and the development of effective healthcare solutions.
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