RTW Investments

Founded in 2009, RTW Investments is a global investment firm headquartered in New York with offices in London and Shanghai. It primarily focuses on the life sciences, big data, and digital health sectors across the United States, Europe, and beyond.

Ovid Amadi

Analyst

Josh Baldwin

Managing Director, Communications

James Bellush

Analyst

Lauren Cujé

Senior Associate

Peter Fong

Managing Director

Sean Haggerty

Principal

Joshua Kennedy-Smith

Managing Director

Lauren Lee

Research Analyst

Chris Liu

Analyst

Sabera Loughran

Partner

Gotham Makker

Partner, Head of Strategic Investments

Tony Nguyen

Managing Director and Research Analyst

Piratip Pratumsuwan

Managing Director

Stephanie Sirota

Partner

Sebastian Trousil

Principal

Roderick Wong MD

Managing Partner

Naveen Yalamanchi

Partner

118 past transactions

AIRNA

Series B in 2025
AIRNA is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of RNA editing therapies. Its platform enables the creation of therapeutics designed to treat both rare and common diseases, with the goal of improving patients' health.

Tenax Therapeutics

Post in 2025
Tenax Therapeutics, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated to the identification, development, and commercialization of products aimed at addressing cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases with significant unmet medical needs. Headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina, Tenax focuses on levosimendan, a pharmaceutical product designed to reduce morbidity and mortality in cardiac surgery patients at risk for low cardiac output syndrome. The company is also actively conducting a Phase 2 clinical trial to explore the efficacy of levosimendan in treating pulmonary hypertension associated with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. Additionally, Tenax is involved in developing novel formulations of imatinib mesylate, a kinase inhibitor with the potential to serve as a disease-modifying therapy for pulmonary arterial hypertension. Founded in 1967, Tenax Therapeutics underscores its commitment to advancing treatments within these critical therapeutic areas.

Allurion

Post in 2025
Allurion Technologies, Inc. is a medical device company based in Natick, Massachusetts, founded in 2009. It specializes in developing innovative solutions for weight loss, particularly through its Allurion Program. This program features the Allurion Balloon, the world's first and only swallowable, procedure-less intragastric balloon designed to help overweight and obese patients achieve satiety, thereby reducing food intake and promoting weight loss. The balloon is administered to patients in the form of a capsule, allowing for a non-surgical, non-endoscopic, and anesthesia-free experience. In addition to the balloon, Allurion provides access to AI-powered remote patient monitoring tools, a proprietary behavior change program, secure messaging, and video telehealth services, all aimed at enhancing the weight loss journey.

Umoja Biopharma

Series C in 2025
Umoja Biopharma is a biotechnology company specializing in innovative immunotherapy aimed at transforming cancer treatment. The company focuses on reprogramming T cells to effectively target cancer within patients' bodies, enhancing the immune response to combat both solid tumors and hematological cancers, which often show poor responses to conventional therapies. Umoja Biopharma's proprietary CAR T-cell gene therapy platform is designed to deliver scalable therapeutic regimens, allowing for tailored treatment options that can be administered to any patient, regardless of tumor type or stage. This approach aims to improve patient outcomes and quality of life by providing a safe and controllable method to attack cancer directly.

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.

Numab Therapeutics

Series C in 2025
Numab Therapeutics is an oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company that designs and develops antibody-based and multispecific therapeutics for cancer, inflammatory diseases, autoimmunity, and related severe conditions. It employs a plug-and-play platform that reduces the randomness of discovery and aims to predictably yield mono- or multispecific antibody fragments with tailored pharmacokinetic properties to engage multiple targets. Founded in 2011 and based in Wädenswil, Switzerland, Numab pursues immuno-oncology and inflammation programs through this multispecific approach, prioritizing therapies with improved selectivity and potential clinical efficacy.

Alesta Therapeutics

Series A in 2025
Alesta Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing cancer therapies by targeting stress response pathways and metabolic dependencies that sustain cancer cell survival. It develops small molecule programs to address novel targets within chronic stress responses and synthetic lethal metabolic dependencies in cancer, with the aim of shutting down survival pathways that cancer cells rely on for growth.

Ikena Oncology

Post in 2024
Ikena Oncology, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing biomarker-driven therapies for cancer treatment. It specializes in precision oncology by targeting pathways essential for cancer growth and therapeutic resistance, particularly within the Hippo and RAS signaling networks. The company's portfolio includes several preclinical and discovery-stage programs, such as IK-007, an EP4 receptor antagonist; IK-175, an AHR antagonist; and IK-412, a kynurenine-degrading enzyme. Additionally, Ikena is developing IK-930, an oral small-molecule inhibitor of the TEAD transcription factor involved in the Hippo pathway. Ikena Oncology, originally founded as Kyn Therapeutics in 2016, rebranded in December 2019 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The company aims to address significant medical needs in oncology through innovative drug development.

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.

Ottimo Pharma

Series A in 2024
Ottimo Pharma is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative cancer therapies for solid tumors. Its primary focus is Jankistomig, a bi-functional antibody that simultaneously targets two critical pathways in cancer growth: immune checkpoint inhibition and angiogenesis. By addressing these pathways concurrently, Ottimo Pharma aims to improve treatment outcomes and reduce the burden of cancer on patients and the healthcare system.

Beta Bionics

Series E in 2024
Beta Bionics is a medical device company focused on diabetes care, developing and commercializing the iLet Bionic Pancreas System. The iLet uses adaptive closed-loop algorithms to automate insulin delivery and glucose management for people with insulin-requiring diabetes, with configurations that support bihormonal approaches. The company designs, manufactures, and markets the system to the diabetes community, aiming to simplify treatment and improve health outcomes by reducing the burden of daily insulin dosing and monitoring. Through its single-segment business model, Beta Bionics centers on bringing the iLet from development to commercialization.

Neurogene

Post in 2024
Neurogene is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing genetic medicines for rare neurological diseases. It leverages its proprietary transgene regulation platform, EXACT, to create gene therapies with the aim of addressing high-need conditions. The company’s pipeline includes NGN-401 for Rett syndrome and NGN-101 for CLN5 Batten disease. Founded in 2018, Neurogene is headquartered in New York and concentrates on advancing therapies that can improve outcomes for patients with limited treatment options.

Evommune

Series C in 2024
Evommune, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Los Altos, California, that develops and manufactures tissue-based medicines for inflammatory diseases. Incorporated in 2020, Evommune focuses on creating novel strategies to treat these disorders by addressing both symptoms and the underlying causes, thereby halting disease progression. The company employs a proprietary tissue-based platform that accelerates the discovery of innovative treatments, enhancing the potential for clinical success. With a commitment to improving the quality of life for patients, Evommune's pipeline includes initiatives aimed at tackling a range of prevalent inflammatory illnesses, positioning the company as a leader in advancing therapies in the fields of immunology and dermatology.

Crescent Biopharma

Funding Round in 2024
Crescent Biopharma is a biotechnology firm focused on developing novel precision-engineered medicines targeting verified biology to improve care for patients with solid tumors.

Kailera Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
Kailera Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for obesity and associated conditions. It specializes in injectable and oral GLP-1 (Glucagon-like peptide-1) therapies, aiming to provide patients with transformative health solutions.

Aktis Oncology

Series B in 2024
Aktis Oncology is a biotechnology company developing targeted radiopharmaceuticals for treating various solid tumor cancers. Its proprietary platforms generate tumor-targeting agents with optimal properties for alpha radiotherapy, ensuring high tumor penetration and long residence time to maximize tumor elimination while minimizing side effects.

Oruka Therapeutics

Post in 2024
Oruka Therapeutics is advancing innovative biologics to redefine patient care standards in chronic skin diseases.

Jade Biosciences

Series A in 2024
Jade Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for unmet needs in autoimmune diseases. Its lead asset, JADE-001, targets the APRIL pathway for treating IgA nephropathy, with initial clinical trials planned. Additionally, Jade has two preclinical antibody discovery programs, JADE-002 and JADE-003. The company was founded upon assets licensed from Paragon Therapeutics.

Allurion

Post in 2024
Allurion Technologies, Inc. is a medical device company based in Natick, Massachusetts, founded in 2009. It specializes in developing innovative solutions for weight loss, particularly through its Allurion Program. This program features the Allurion Balloon, the world's first and only swallowable, procedure-less intragastric balloon designed to help overweight and obese patients achieve satiety, thereby reducing food intake and promoting weight loss. The balloon is administered to patients in the form of a capsule, allowing for a non-surgical, non-endoscopic, and anesthesia-free experience. In addition to the balloon, Allurion provides access to AI-powered remote patient monitoring tools, a proprietary behavior change program, secure messaging, and video telehealth services, all aimed at enhancing the weight loss journey.

Santa Ana Bio

Series B in 2024
Santa Ana Bio is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of precision immunology therapies for autoimmune diseases. It employs advanced multi-omics platforms and antibody engineering techniques to design targeted biologics, aiming to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

CARGO Therapeutics

Post in 2024
CARGO Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation CAR T-cell therapies to overcome cancer treatment resistance and access barriers. The company focuses on addressing limitations of approved autologous CAR T therapies, including manufacturing constraints, long turnaround times, and reimbursement challenges, to broaden patient access to potentially curative treatments. Its programs aim to deliver novel solutions that improve cancer treatment outcomes and patient experience. One of its product candidates, CRG-023, is a tri-specific CAR T designed to overcome relapse by targeting multiple B-cell antigens (CD19, CD20, CD22) and addressing mechanisms such as antigen loss, insufficient co-stimulation, and T cell exhaustion.

Lycia Therapeutics

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

Cullinan Therapeutics

Post in 2024
Cullinan Therapeutics is a developer of an externally sourced cancer therapeutics intended to end a drug program quickly if the early research suggests it won't work. The company's therapeutics are developed via assets sourced internally through dry lab or externally through business, academic and pharma collaborations, enabling researchers to get a highly diversified portfolio of oncology therapeutics with a unique, cost-efficient business model.

Obsidian Therapeutics

Series C in 2024
Founded in 2015 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Obsidian Therapeutics develops next-generation controllable cell and gene therapies designed to extend adoptive immunotherapy to every cancer patient. Its innovative approach uses pharmacologic operating systems to precisely control protein activity in cells, enabling physicians to improve upon current cell therapies using simple, safe, orally-active marketed drugs.

Mirador Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
Mirador Therapeutics specializes in developing precision medicine technologies to tackle immune-mediated inflammatory and fibrotic diseases. The company's core offering is a proprietary data analytics engine that integrates comprehensive patient molecular profiles, pinpoints novel therapeutic targets, and facilitates the creation of targeted diagnostics. This enables researchers and healthcare providers to tailor treatments to individual patients' genetics, potentially enhancing outcomes for those with chronic conditions.

LENZ Therapeutics

Post in 2024
LENZ Therapeutics is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of innovative ophthalmic therapies. It focuses on addressing vision-related issues, particularly presbyopia, which affects the near vision of individuals, especially those over the age of 45. The company's primary product is an aceclidine-based eye drop designed to restore near vision loss associated with this condition. Through its advancements in ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, LENZ Therapeutics aims to improve the quality of life for those impacted by vision challenges.

Spyre Therapeutics

Post in 2024
Spyre Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative antibody therapies to transform the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Avidity Biosciences

Post in 2024
Avidity Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company developing antibody oligonucleotide conjugates to enable tissue-selective delivery and precision RNA therapies for serious diseases. Its AOC platform combines monoclonal antibody tissue targeting with oligonucleotide therapies to access previously undruggable tissues and genetic drivers. The lead candidate, AOC 1001, targets myotonic dystrophy type 1, and its muscle programs address muscle atrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, and Pompe disease. The pipeline also includes immune and other cell-type programs, including Del-zota for DMD, Del-desiran for DM1, and Del-brax for FSHD. Avidity is based in La Jolla, California.

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.

Basking Biosciences

Series A in 2024
Basking Biosciences is developing a reversible thrombolytic therapy to restore blood flow to the brain during ischemic stroke, with the aim of preventing hemorrhage and long-term damage. The platform combines a primary agent that targets clot stability with a designed reversal agent that can be administered if bleeding occurs to neutralize the active compound and restore normal clotting, enabling treatment for acute ischemic stroke.

Dianthus Therapeutics

Post in 2024
Dianthus Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for severe autoimmune diseases through targeted therapies. The company's lead candidate, DNTH103, is a monoclonal antibody designed to selectively inhibit a specific component of the immune system, offering potential advantages over existing complement therapies. This treatment aims to improve safety and efficacy for patients suffering from serious autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Dianthus is committed to advancing its pipeline of next-generation complement therapeutics, supported by a team of experienced professionals in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors. The company envisions that DNTH103 could be administered as a self-injection for certain patients, enhancing convenience and accessibility in treatment.

Establishment Labs

Post in 2024
Establishment Labs designs, develops, manufactures, and markets silicone-filled breast and body shaping implants worldwide. It offers a range of implant options and provides Q Inside Safety Technology for non-invasive data access. The company also operates a consultation center and offers MotivaImagine application and external sizing system. Its products are sold through exclusive distributors and direct sales force in over 80 countries.

CORXEL Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2024
Jixing Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for cardiovascular and ophthalmic diseases. The company’s asset pipeline includes treatments for conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, heart failure, presbyopia, hypertension, and dry eye disease. Jixing Pharmaceuticals has in-licensed a small molecule cardiac myosin inhibitor, designed to address the specific needs of patients suffering from hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. By providing advanced treatment options, the company aims to meet the significant unmet medical needs of patients in China and beyond, particularly those facing serious, life-threatening health challenges in the fields of cardiology and ophthalmology.

Immunic Therapeutics

Post in 2024
Immunic Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing selective oral immunology therapies to treat chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. The company's pipeline includes three small molecule products. The lead program, IMU-838, is a selective immune modulator that blocks the enzyme DHODH, inhibiting the metabolism of activated immune cells and exhibiting antiviral effects. It is being developed for multiple sclerosis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and primary sclerosing cholangitis. IMU-935, a selective inverse agonist of the transcription factor RORγt, targets psoriasis, castration-resistant prostate cancer, and Guillain-Barré syndrome. Additionally, IMU-856 aims to restore intestinal barrier function for diseases involving bowel barrier dysfunction.

Spyre Therapeutics

Post in 2023
Spyre Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative antibody therapies to transform the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Arvinas

Post in 2023
Arvinas, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in New Haven, Connecticut, that specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative therapies aimed at degrading disease-causing proteins. The company's lead product candidates include ARV-110, a proteolysis targeting chimera (PROTAC) currently in phase I clinical trials for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer, and ARV-471, which targets the estrogen receptor for patients with metastatic ER-positive/HER2-negative breast cancer. In addition to these, Arvinas is developing various other PROTACs aimed at degrading clinically relevant androgen receptor mutations and treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, including tauopathies. The company has established collaborations with prominent pharmaceutical firms such as Pfizer Inc., Genentech, and Bayer AG, enhancing its research capabilities and reach within the biopharmaceutical landscape. Founded in 2015, Arvinas aims to improve patient outcomes by eliminating harmful proteins from the body through its proprietary technology.

SAb Biotherapeutics

Post in 2023
SAB Biotherapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company established in 2014, headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company specializes in developing immunotherapies using its proprietary DiversitAb platform, which employs transchromosomic cattle to produce large quantities of targeted human polyclonal antibodies without relying on human plasma or serum. SAB's pipeline includes therapies for conditions such as Type 1 diabetes (SAB-142), seasonal influenza (SAB-176), and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV, SAB-301).

Beta Bionics

Series D in 2023
Beta Bionics is a medical device company focused on diabetes care, developing and commercializing the iLet Bionic Pancreas System. The iLet uses adaptive closed-loop algorithms to automate insulin delivery and glucose management for people with insulin-requiring diabetes, with configurations that support bihormonal approaches. The company designs, manufactures, and markets the system to the diabetes community, aiming to simplify treatment and improve health outcomes by reducing the burden of daily insulin dosing and monitoring. Through its single-segment business model, Beta Bionics centers on bringing the iLet from development to commercialization.

Taysha Gene Therapies

Post in 2023
Taysha Gene Therapies develops adeno-associated virus-based gene therapies to treat monogenic diseases of the central nervous system. Its pipeline includes treatments for GM2 gangliosidosis, CLN1 disease, Rett syndrome, SLC6A1 haploinsufficiency disorder, and Surfeit locus 1 deficiency. The company collaborates with The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center to develop and commercialize transformative gene therapy treatments.

Kyverna Therapeutics

Series B in 2023
Kyverna Therapeutics, Inc. is a cell therapy company focused on developing innovative treatments and potential cures for serious autoimmune diseases. Founded in 2018 and based in Berkeley, California, the company utilizes advanced T cell engineering and synthetic biology technologies to target and eliminate autoreactive immune cells that contribute to inflammatory conditions. By addressing the underlying causes of these diseases, Kyverna Therapeutics aims to offer effective solutions for patients suffering from autoimmune disorders.

Abdera Therapeutics

Series B in 2023
Abdera is an oncology company developing targeted alpha therapies for patients with relapsed, refractory, or metastatic cancers. Its precision oncology platform integrates drug development and antibody engineering technologies to create novel radiopharmaceuticals that specifically target tumors while minimizing systemic toxicities.

Milestone Pharmaceuticals

Post in 2023
Milestone Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing etripamil, a rapid-onset calcium channel blocker for cardiovascular conditions. The lead product is etripamil, administered as a nasal spray for self-treatment of episodes of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, with ongoing Phase III studies in the United States and Canada. The company is also advancing development for other cardiovascular indications, including atrial fibrillation and angina, with a Phase II program for atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response. Founded in 2003, Milestone is headquartered in Montreal.

CARGO Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
CARGO Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation CAR T-cell therapies to overcome cancer treatment resistance and access barriers. The company focuses on addressing limitations of approved autologous CAR T therapies, including manufacturing constraints, long turnaround times, and reimbursement challenges, to broaden patient access to potentially curative treatments. Its programs aim to deliver novel solutions that improve cancer treatment outcomes and patient experience. One of its product candidates, CRG-023, is a tri-specific CAR T designed to overcome relapse by targeting multiple B-cell antigens (CD19, CD20, CD22) and addressing mechanisms such as antigen loss, insufficient co-stimulation, and T cell exhaustion.

OriCell Therapeutics

Series B in 2023
OriCell Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company that specializes in the development of innovative cellular drugs aimed at addressing unmet clinical needs in tumor immunotherapy. The company focuses on creating therapeutics for a range of cancers, including liver cancer, myeloma, ovarian cancer, gastric cancer, cervical cancer, and non-small cell lung cancer. With a commitment to effective and affordable treatment options, OriCell Therapeutics aims to enhance patient care through the development of clinically valuable therapies, seeking to establish itself as a leader in the field of novel oncological treatments.

Apogee Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
Apogee Therapeutics is a San Francisco-based biotechnology company founded in 2022, specializing in the development of novel therapies for immunological and inflammatory disorders. The company focuses on creating differentiated biologics to treat conditions such as atopic dermatitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, addressing significant unmet medical needs. Apogee's approach involves advancing antibody programs designed to target established mechanisms of action while utilizing advanced engineering techniques to enhance the therapeutic properties, including extended half-life. The company is actively developing two main programs: APG777 for atopic dermatitis and APG808 for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

immatics biotechnologies

Post in 2022
immatics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery of true targets for cancer immunotherapies with the development of the right T cell receptors. The company's customized Adoptive Cell Therapies (ACTengine) and antibody-like TCR Bispecifics are the two main product classes in the pipeline (TCER). With a focus on particularly difficult-to-treat solid malignancies, each therapy modality has unique characteristics to create the desired therapeutic impact for patients at various disease stages and with various types of tumors. immatics biotechnologies was established in 2000 by Hans Rammensee, Harpreet Singh, and Steffen Walter in Tübingen, Baden-Wurttemberg.

Immunic Therapeutics

Post in 2022
Immunic Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing selective oral immunology therapies to treat chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. The company's pipeline includes three small molecule products. The lead program, IMU-838, is a selective immune modulator that blocks the enzyme DHODH, inhibiting the metabolism of activated immune cells and exhibiting antiviral effects. It is being developed for multiple sclerosis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and primary sclerosing cholangitis. IMU-935, a selective inverse agonist of the transcription factor RORγt, targets psoriasis, castration-resistant prostate cancer, and Guillain-Barré syndrome. Additionally, IMU-856 aims to restore intestinal barrier function for diseases involving bowel barrier dysfunction.

Allakos

Post in 2022
Allakos is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing antibody-based therapeutics targeting immunomodulatory receptors on immune effector cells. Its pipeline focuses on allergic, inflammatory, and proliferative diseases, with lead programs targeting Siglec-6 (AK006) and Siglec-8.

Immunocore

Post in 2022
Immunocore is a biotechnology company focused on developing novel T cell receptor-based therapies to treat diseases with high unmet needs, such as cancer and viral infections. Its proprietary platform enables the creation of bispecific immunotherapies, with IMCgp100 being its lead clinical candidate for metastatic melanoma.

Mineralys Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
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.

MoonLake Immunotherapeutics

Post in 2022
MoonLake Immunotherapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapies for inflammatory skin and joint diseases. Its flagship product, SLK, is an investigational Nanobody targeting IL-17A and IL-17F, showing potential for disease modification in dermatology and rheumatology patients.

2seventy bio

Post in 2022
22seventy bio is an immuno-oncology cell therapy company that discovers and develops cancer therapies. The company combines a deep knowledge of cancer cell biology and genetics with an understanding of the immune response to cancer to advance its pipeline. It was established in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 2021.

Beta Bionics

Series C in 2022
Beta Bionics is a medical device company focused on diabetes care, developing and commercializing the iLet Bionic Pancreas System. The iLet uses adaptive closed-loop algorithms to automate insulin delivery and glucose management for people with insulin-requiring diabetes, with configurations that support bihormonal approaches. The company designs, manufactures, and markets the system to the diabetes community, aiming to simplify treatment and improve health outcomes by reducing the burden of daily insulin dosing and monitoring. Through its single-segment business model, Beta Bionics centers on bringing the iLet from development to commercialization.

Magnolia Medical Technologies

Venture Round in 2022
Magnolia Medical Technologies, Inc. is a medical device company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on enhancing the accuracy of diagnostic blood culture tests. Established in 2011, the company has developed SteriPath, a vacuum-assisted blood collection system designed to prevent contamination of blood samples, which can lead to misdiagnosis of sepsis. This innovative system operates by actively diverting and sequestering contaminated blood, allowing for the collection of uncontaminated samples through a separate flow path. This closed vein-to-bottle collection method aims to improve diagnostic specimen quality, thereby increasing diagnostic accuracy and improving patient outcomes. Magnolia Medical Technologies holds a robust intellectual property portfolio, including over 70 issued patents and more than 50 pending applications, reflecting its commitment to advancing medical technology and addressing challenges such as antibiotic resistance. The company's products are distributed throughout the United States.

Orchestra BioMed

Series D in 2022
Orchestra BioMed is a biomedical innovation company based in New Hope, Pennsylvania, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing high-impact therapeutic solutions for major medical conditions, with a primary focus on cardiovascular diseases, which are responsible for approximately 31% of global deaths annually. Orchestra BioMed's business model involves strategic partnerships with medical device companies to accelerate the commercialization of its products. Its key product candidates include BackBeat Cardiac Neuromodulation Therapy for hypertension and Virtue Sirolimus AngioInfusionBalloon for atherosclerotic artery disease.

Kyverna Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
Kyverna Therapeutics, Inc. is a cell therapy company focused on developing innovative treatments and potential cures for serious autoimmune diseases. Founded in 2018 and based in Berkeley, California, the company utilizes advanced T cell engineering and synthetic biology technologies to target and eliminate autoreactive immune cells that contribute to inflammatory conditions. By addressing the underlying causes of these diseases, Kyverna Therapeutics aims to offer effective solutions for patients suffering from autoimmune disorders.

Third Harmonic Bio

Series B in 2022
Third Harmonic Bio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for severe allergies and inflammation. The company is focused on advancing its lead product candidate, THB001, which is a first-in-class, highly selective oral inhibitor of the KIT receptor, a key regulator of mast cell function and survival. Mast cells play a crucial role in mediating inflammation in allergic diseases, making this targeted approach significant for treatment. Additionally, Third Harmonic Bio is developing THB335, another potent and selective oral small-molecule KIT inhibitor aimed at addressing various mast cell-driven inflammatory conditions affecting the skin, airway, and gastrointestinal tract. Through its research and development efforts, Third Harmonic Bio seeks to provide new options for patients suffering from inflammatory diseases.

Acelyrin

Series B in 2021
Acelyrin is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing treatments for diseases involving excessive immune system activation. It achieves this by discovering, acquiring, and expediting the development and market launch of innovative drug candidates.

CinCor Pharma

Series B in 2021
CinCor Pharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 2018. The company specializes in the development of innovative treatments for cardiovascular, metabolic, and kidney diseases. Its primary focus is on CIN-107, an aldosterone synthase inhibitor aimed at addressing resistant hypertension and primary aldosteronism. By advancing its clinical candidates toward marketing approval, CinCor seeks to provide effective solutions for patients suffering from these conditions.

Science 37

Post in 2021
Science 37 specializes in decentralized clinical trials, offering a technology-driven approach that enables patients to participate from their homes. The company's platform connects researchers with patients via telemedicine investigators and mobile nurses, accelerating trial enrollment and retention while reaching a more diverse patient population.

Roivant Sciences

Post in 2021
Roivant Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing the development of innovative late-stage drug candidates and enhancing healthcare delivery. The company aims to expedite the process of bringing new medicines to patients while reducing associated costs, thereby benefiting the healthcare system. Roivant achieves this by creating specialized entities known as "Vants," which are agile biotech and healthcare technology companies that leverage unique talent sourcing and incentive alignment strategies. In addition to its focus on biopharmaceuticals, Roivant incubates discovery-stage companies and health technology startups that complement its core business. Among its commercial-stage drug candidates is VTAMA, a treatment for plaque psoriasis in adults, along with several other candidates, including Batoclimab, IMVT-1402, Brepocitinib, and Namilumab, which are at various stages of development.

Ventyx Biosciences

Series B in 2021
Ventyx Biosciences is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel therapies for patients with inflammatory diseases and autoimmune disorders. Its pipeline includes VTX958, an oral, selective TYK2 inhibitor in Phase 1 trials for various autoimmune diseases.

Lycia Therapeutics

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

Aadi Bioscience

Private Equity Round in 2021
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.

Inbrace

Series D in 2021
Inbrace is a medical device company focused on revolutionizing orthodontic treatment with its innovative device that aligns teeth discreetly behind the teeth. This system utilizes patented self-guiding technology to apply continuous forces, allowing for gentle teeth correction while minimizing discomfort and reducing the frequency of dental visits compared to traditional methods. Inbrace aims to enhance patient confidence and satisfaction by addressing common concerns associated with orthodontic treatment. The company incorporates digital treatment planning, computer modeling, and direct digital manufacturing to provide a scalable, personalized solution that meets the diverse needs of orthodontic patients. With its FDA registration, Inbrace is positioned to disrupt the orthodontics market and drive practice growth for dental clinicians.

Renovacor

Post in 2021
Renovacor, Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing transformative gene therapies for cardiovascular diseases. Currently in the preclinical stage, Renovacor's primary focus is on creating a recombinant adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based gene therapy targeting patients with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) caused by mutations in the Bcl2-associated athanogene 3 (BAG3) gene. This condition affects approximately 35,000 individuals in the United States and Europe, qualifying it as an orphan disease. Renovacor aims to improve patient outcomes by potentially preventing disease progression through a BAG3 gene replacement therapy, given the current five-year survival rate of only 50% for DCM patients despite standard care.

Rocket Pharmaceuticals

Post in 2021
Rocket Pharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company focused on developing gene therapies for rare pediatric diseases. Its clinical-stage programs include treatments for Fanconi Anemia, Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency-I, Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency, and Infantile Malignant Osteopetrosis.

Neurogastrx

Series B in 2021
Neurogastrx, Inc. is a venture-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Campbell, California, focused on developing innovative therapies for gastrointestinal disorders. Incorporated in 2017, the company specializes in creating products that address unmet medical needs related to the enteric nervous system. One of its lead products, NG101, is designed to enhance gastric motility while also possessing antiemetic properties. Neurogastrx aims to provide effective solutions for functional and motility gastrointestinal disorders, targeting issues related to gut contractions, sensation, and the brain-gut axis, thereby addressing significant patient needs and alleviating disease burdens.

Artios Pharma

Series C in 2021
Artios Pharma Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments targeting DNA damage response (DDR) pathways. Founded in 2016, the company is dedicated to creating first-in-class therapies that selectively kill cancer cells by exploiting their reliance on DDR mechanisms. Artios’ product pipeline includes a range of promising candidates, such as a therapy that targets DNA polymerase theta, a protein involved in DNA repair processes, and another program focusing on a novel DDR target. The company collaborates with prominent research organizations, including Cancer Research Technology, to enhance its development efforts and leverage expertise in DNA repair. Artios is led by a skilled team with extensive experience in drug discovery, positioning it to advance its next-generation DDR programs and contribute significantly to the field of cancer treatment.

CORXEL Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2021
Jixing Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for cardiovascular and ophthalmic diseases. The company’s asset pipeline includes treatments for conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, heart failure, presbyopia, hypertension, and dry eye disease. Jixing Pharmaceuticals has in-licensed a small molecule cardiac myosin inhibitor, designed to address the specific needs of patients suffering from hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. By providing advanced treatment options, the company aims to meet the significant unmet medical needs of patients in China and beyond, particularly those facing serious, life-threatening health challenges in the fields of cardiology and ophthalmology.

Umoja Biopharma

Series B in 2021
Umoja Biopharma is a biotechnology company specializing in innovative immunotherapy aimed at transforming cancer treatment. The company focuses on reprogramming T cells to effectively target cancer within patients' bodies, enhancing the immune response to combat both solid tumors and hematological cancers, which often show poor responses to conventional therapies. Umoja Biopharma's proprietary CAR T-cell gene therapy platform is designed to deliver scalable therapeutic regimens, allowing for tailored treatment options that can be administered to any patient, regardless of tumor type or stage. This approach aims to improve patient outcomes and quality of life by providing a safe and controllable method to attack cancer directly.

Alcyone Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2021
Alcyone Therapeutics is focused on advancing precision genetic therapies for central nervous system (CNS) disorders. The company develops innovative neural intervention technology aimed at addressing neurological conditions through targeted drug therapies. By integrating micro-fabrication technologies with advanced biomedical engineering, Alcyone Therapeutics seeks to enhance treatment options for patients suffering from chronic neuropathological conditions, including hydrocephalus. Their work aims to unlock new possibilities in CNS therapy development, addressing the unique challenges associated with treating these complex disorders.

NiKang Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
NiKang Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company established in 2017 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware. The company specializes in the discovery and development of small molecule oncology medicines aimed at addressing unmet medical needs in cancer treatment. Utilizing a discovery approach informed by target structure biology, NiKang employs structure-based drug design to facilitate the rapid and efficient development of proprietary drug candidates. This methodology enables the company to create innovative therapies with desirable pharmacological properties, ultimately aimed at improving the lives of patients through enhanced treatment options.

Numab Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
Numab Therapeutics is an oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company that designs and develops antibody-based and multispecific therapeutics for cancer, inflammatory diseases, autoimmunity, and related severe conditions. It employs a plug-and-play platform that reduces the randomness of discovery and aims to predictably yield mono- or multispecific antibody fragments with tailored pharmacokinetic properties to engage multiple targets. Founded in 2011 and based in Wädenswil, Switzerland, Numab pursues immuno-oncology and inflammation programs through this multispecific approach, prioritizing therapies with improved selectivity and potential clinical efficacy.

NeoGenomics

Post in 2021
NeoGenomics Laboratories operates a network of cancer-focused testing facilities in the United States, Switzerland, and Singapore. The company is divided into two main segments: Clinical Services and Pharma Services. It provides a range of genetic and molecular testing services, including cytogenetics, fluorescence in-situ hybridization, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, and molecular testing, aimed at helping clinicians and researchers understand cancer at a genetic level. Additionally, NeoGenomics offers morphologic analysis for diagnosis and supports pharmaceutical companies in their oncology programs through testing services that facilitate drug development and clinical trials. The company's collaboration with Inivata Limited for the commercialization of the InVisionFirst-Lung liquid biopsy test exemplifies its commitment to advancing cancer diagnostics. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, NeoGenomics serves hospitals, pathologists, oncologists, academic centers, and other clinical laboratories, enhancing cancer care through innovative testing solutions.

GH Research

Series B in 2021
GH Research is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for psychiatric and neurological disorders, with an emphasis on treatment-resistant depression. It is advancing novel and proprietary mebufotenin (5-MeO-DMT) therapies, including inhalable and intravenous product candidates, to provide transformative treatment options for patients who do not respond to existing therapies. The portfolio includes GH001, an inhalable mebufotenin candidate, and GH002, an intravenous candidate. The company concentrates its activities in research and development to create practice-changing solutions for depression.

Pyxis Oncology

Series B in 2021
Pyxis Oncology, established in 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts, is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of antibody therapeutics for cancer treatment. The company focuses on promoting the body's immune response to cancer by analyzing tumor antigen-specific tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) within hot tumors and tumor cell signaling pathways within cold tumors. Pyxis aims to create novel antibody-based immunotherapies to directly kill tumor cells and address underlying pathologies that enable cancer proliferation and immune evasion, with the goal of improving patient outcomes for difficult-to-treat cancers.

Urogen Pharma

Post in 2021
UroGen Pharma Ltd. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Princeton, New Jersey, focused on developing innovative therapies for specialty cancers and urologic diseases. The company is dedicated to transforming the standard of care in uro-oncology through its diverse pipeline of product candidates. Its lead products, including UGN-101 and UGN-102, aim to ablate tumors non-surgically and address various forms of non-muscle invasive urothelial cancer, such as low-grade upper tract urothelial carcinoma and low-grade non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. UroGen is also advancing UGN-201, an immunotherapy candidate targeting high-grade non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. Furthermore, the company's proprietary RTGel technology enhances drug delivery by enabling sustained release, improving therapeutic efficacy. UroGen has established licensing agreements with Allergan Pharmaceuticals for the development of RTGel-based products and with Agenus Inc. to commercialize treatments for urinary tract cancers. Founded in 2004, UroGen Pharma continues to innovate in the field of urology and oncology.

Monte Rosa Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
Monte Rosa Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on cancer therapeutics that target protein degradation pathways. It specializes in developing molecular glue degraders, a class of small molecules that direct disease-relevant proteins to degradation by the cell's natural machinery. The company uses its QuEEN platform, incorporating artificial intelligence and proprietary experimental tools, to identify target proteins for degradation by molecular glue degraders. It maintains a diverse library of more than 50,000 molecules and advancing its pipeline, including MRT-2359, a candidate that targets the translation termination factor GSPT1 for potential use in MYC-driven tumors.

Ventyx Biosciences

Venture Round in 2021
Ventyx Biosciences is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel therapies for patients with inflammatory diseases and autoimmune disorders. Its pipeline includes VTX958, an oral, selective TYK2 inhibitor in Phase 1 trials for various autoimmune diseases.

Visus Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Visus Therapeutics is a clinical-stage company developing innovative ophthalmic therapies to improve vision worldwide. Its primary focus is on creating eye drops for correcting presbyopia, with additional product candidates targeting ocular surface disease, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.

Tenaya Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
Tenaya Therapeutics is a preclinical stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, specializing in the development of innovative therapies for heart disease, particularly heart failure. Established in 2016, the company employs a multipronged approach to address the fundamental cellular pathologies associated with cardiac muscle disease. Tenaya Therapeutics advances its product candidates through three primary platforms: a cellular regeneration platform that reprograms cardiac fibroblasts into cardiomyocytes using proprietary transcription factors, a gene therapy platform for targeted delivery of therapeutic payloads to cardiac fibroblasts, and a precision medicine platform that offers personalized treatment strategies. Through its research, the company aims to enable physicians to regenerate heart tissue and tackle various forms of cardiomyopathies effectively.

Artiva Biotherapeutics

Series B in 2021
Artiva Biotherapeutics, Inc. is a San Diego-based biotechnology company focused on developing and manufacturing cellular immunotherapies for cancer treatment. Founded in 2019, Artiva specializes in off-the-shelf, allogeneic natural killer (NK) cell therapies aimed at treating both hematologic cancers and solid tumors. The company's product pipeline includes therapies that target CD20 and CD19 in B-cell lymphomas, as well as HER2 in various solid tumors. Artiva is committed to harnessing the therapeutic potential of NK cells while addressing challenges in their scalability and manufacturing. Its mission centers on delivering effective and safe cell therapies that are readily accessible to cancer patients in need.

Biomea Fusion

Series A in 2021
Biomea Fusion is a precision medicine company focused on accelerating cancer drug development by targeting specific gene alterations that drive tumor growth. Its lead program aims to disrupt the protein-to-protein interaction between menin and the MLL complex for treating various tumors.

Nuance Biotech

Series D in 2020
Nuance Biotech Inc. is a pharmaceutical development company based in Shanghai, China, founded in 2014. The company focuses on the research and development of innovative drug formulations, offering products in the form of capsules, injections, and tubes. In addition to its core pharmaceutical development activities, Nuance Biotech also provides commercial and academic platforms for drug-related ventures and offers contract sales organization services. Through its diverse capabilities, the company aims to advance healthcare solutions and contribute to the pharmaceutical industry.

Prometheus Biosciences

Private Equity Round in 2020
Prometheus Biosciences, established in 1995 and headquartered in San Diego, California, specializes in developing and commercializing innovative pharmaceutical and diagnostic products. The company's portfolio includes tests that enable physicians to provide personalized patient care, such as monitoring drug and anti-drug antibody levels, diagnosing and prognosticating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and detecting celiac disease and lactose intolerance. Prometheus also offers therapeutic products like Entocort EC for treating Crohn's disease and has agreements to develop and market other drugs. The company's commitment to innovation positions it as a leader in precision healthcare, particularly in gastroenterology.

NiKang Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
NiKang Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company established in 2017 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware. The company specializes in the discovery and development of small molecule oncology medicines aimed at addressing unmet medical needs in cancer treatment. Utilizing a discovery approach informed by target structure biology, NiKang employs structure-based drug design to facilitate the rapid and efficient development of proprietary drug candidates. This methodology enables the company to create innovative therapies with desirable pharmacological properties, ultimately aimed at improving the lives of patients through enhanced treatment options.

Encoded Therapeutics

Series D in 2020
Encoded Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on precision gene therapies to treat a broad range of severe genetic disorders. It develops therapies and a platform that identifies human genome sequences that regulate gene expression using screening and computational approaches. The company's pipeline targets conditions across multiple pathways, including neurocircuitry, liver and metabolic disorders, neurodegeneration, and cardiovascular disease, aiming to help medical practitioners treat patients and improve outcomes. Based in South San Francisco, California, Encoded Therapeutics was founded in 2014 and was previously known as Encoded Genomics.

Frequency Therapeutics

Post in 2020
Frequency Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to repairing or reversing damage caused by degenerative diseases through its innovative Progenitor Cell Activation approach. This method utilizes a combination of small molecules to activate progenitor cells in the body, which facilitates the creation of functional tissue without the complexities of genetic engineering. The company’s lead product candidate, FX-322, is currently undergoing phase 2a clinical trials aimed at treating the underlying causes of sensorineural hearing loss. In addition to FX-322, Frequency Therapeutics is exploring treatments for various degenerative conditions, including multiple sclerosis and diseases affecting muscle, the gastrointestinal tract, skin, and bone. Established in 2014 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, Frequency Therapeutics has established a collaboration agreement with Astellas Pharma Inc. for the development and commercialization of FX-322.

Cogent Biosciences

Post in 2020
Cogent Biosciences is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing precision therapies for genetically defined diseases, aiming to treat the underlying causes and improve patient lives. The company employs proprietary T-cell engineering technology alongside tumor-targeting antibodies to harness the body's immune system against cancer. One of its key programs, CGT9486, is a selective tyrosine kinase inhibitor designed to inhibit specific mutations in KIT exon 17, which are associated with Systemic Mastocytosis and advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).

C4 Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
C4 Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company developing targeted protein degradation therapies using its proprietary Degronimid platform. This platform enables the selective destruction of disease-causing proteins, expanding the scope of treatable conditions and potentially reducing drug resistance. The company focuses on oncology indications and has strategic collaborations with industry leaders.

Athira Pharma

Series B in 2020
Athira Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for brain disorders. Its lead product candidate, ATH-1017, aims to treat neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's by restoring neuronal health.

iTeos Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
iTeos Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on immuno-oncology, developing cancer therapies that target the tumor microenvironment to overcome immune suppression and enhance efficacy of existing treatments. The company pursues small molecule and antibody approaches, including EOS-850, a small molecule antagonist of the adenosine A2A receptor, and EOS-448, an antagonist of TIGIT, with early-stage clinical programs designed to restore immune activity against tumors. By modulating metabolic and immune pathways within the tumor microenvironment, iTeos aims to improve responses across cancer types and complement immune checkpoint therapies.

immatics biotechnologies

Post in 2020
immatics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery of true targets for cancer immunotherapies with the development of the right T cell receptors. The company's customized Adoptive Cell Therapies (ACTengine) and antibody-like TCR Bispecifics are the two main product classes in the pipeline (TCER). With a focus on particularly difficult-to-treat solid malignancies, each therapy modality has unique characteristics to create the desired therapeutic impact for patients at various disease stages and with various types of tumors. immatics biotechnologies was established in 2000 by Hans Rammensee, Harpreet Singh, and Steffen Walter in Tübingen, Baden-Wurttemberg.

Immunocore

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

Avadel Pharmaceuticals

Post in 2020
Avadel Pharmaceuticals is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and marketing differentiated drug products. It operates internationally with headquarters in Dublin and a presence in St. Louis and Lyon. The portfolio centers on urology, central nervous system/sleep, and hospital products, including LUMRYZ, an extended-release formulation of sodium oxybate for narcolepsy-related cataplexy and excessive daytime sleepiness in adults. The company markets three sterile injectable medicines for hospital use: Akovaz for hypotension during anesthesia, Bloxiverz for reversal of non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents after surgery, and Vazculep for treatment of hypotension. Avadel pursues new product development through formulation innovation and partnerships to improve patient adherence and outcomes.

Avidity Biosciences

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

Landos Biopharma

Series B in 2019
Landos Biopharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Blacksburg, Virginia, focused on developing innovative oral therapeutics for autoimmune diseases, particularly inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis. Founded in 2017, the company aims to address unmet medical needs through its unique approach to treatment, leveraging novel mechanisms of action. Its lead product candidate, NX-13, is a gut-selective NLRX1 agonist designed to modulate immune responses, and it is part of a broader pipeline that includes other internally discovered compounds targeting various pathways at the intersection of immunity and metabolism. Landos Biopharma's commitment to developing first-in-class therapeutics underscores its dedication to improving patient outcomes in the field of autoimmune disorders.

Frequency Therapeutics

Series C in 2019
Frequency Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to repairing or reversing damage caused by degenerative diseases through its innovative Progenitor Cell Activation approach. This method utilizes a combination of small molecules to activate progenitor cells in the body, which facilitates the creation of functional tissue without the complexities of genetic engineering. The company’s lead product candidate, FX-322, is currently undergoing phase 2a clinical trials aimed at treating the underlying causes of sensorineural hearing loss. In addition to FX-322, Frequency Therapeutics is exploring treatments for various degenerative conditions, including multiple sclerosis and diseases affecting muscle, the gastrointestinal tract, skin, and bone. Established in 2014 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, Frequency Therapeutics has established a collaboration agreement with Astellas Pharma Inc. for the development and commercialization of FX-322.

Beta Bionics

Series B in 2019
Beta Bionics is a medical device company focused on diabetes care, developing and commercializing the iLet Bionic Pancreas System. The iLet uses adaptive closed-loop algorithms to automate insulin delivery and glucose management for people with insulin-requiring diabetes, with configurations that support bihormonal approaches. The company designs, manufactures, and markets the system to the diabetes community, aiming to simplify treatment and improve health outcomes by reducing the burden of daily insulin dosing and monitoring. Through its single-segment business model, Beta Bionics centers on bringing the iLet from development to commercialization.
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