RTW Investments

RTW Investments, LP is an employee-owned hedge fund manager based in New York, with additional offices in London and Shanghai. Established in 2009, the firm specializes in investments within the healthcare sector, focusing on life sciences, big data, and digital health. RTW Investments engages in a comprehensive investment strategy that spans the entire lifecycle of healthcare companies, including company creation, early-stage venture capital, alternative financing, and public company investments. The firm conducts thorough in-house fundamental research to inform its investment decisions, managing both pooled investment vehicles and separate client-focused equity and fixed income portfolios.

Ovid Amadi Ph.D

Managing Director and Research Analyst

Josh Baldwin

Managing Director, Communications

Lauren Cujé

Principal

Peter Fong

Partner and Chief Development Officer

Sean Haggerty

Principal

Joshua Kennedy-Smith

Managing Director and Research Analyst

Lauren Lee

Research Analyst

Sabera Loughran

COO

Gotham Makker

Partner, Head of Strategic Investments

Tony Nguyen

Managing Director and Research Analyst

Piratip Pratumsuwan

Managing Director at RTW Investments, LP

Stephanie Sirota

Chief Business Officer and Partner

Roderick Wong

Founder, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer

Naveen Yalamanchi

Portfolio Manager and Partner

Past deals in Life Science

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.

Umoja Biopharma

Series C in 2025
Umoja Biopharma specializes in innovative immunotherapy aimed at transforming cancer treatment and enhancing patient quality of life. The company focuses on reprogramming T cells within the patient's body to effectively target cancer, including solid tumors and hematological cancers that often have poor responses to conventional therapies. Its proprietary CAR T-cell gene therapy platform is designed to deliver scalable therapeutic regimens tailored to various stages of cancer, enabling medical practitioners to directly and safely attack cancer cells. By harnessing the body's immune response, Umoja Biopharma seeks to improve overall patient outcomes and provide more effective treatment options for those affected by cancer.

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, aiming to address significant unmet medical needs in these areas. Led by an experienced team of biopharmaceutical executives, the company is committed to accelerating drug development to improve the lives of patients.

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

Post in 2024
RAPT Therapeutics, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in immunology-based therapies. The company focuses on developing oral small molecule treatments for patients with unmet needs in oncology and inflammatory diseases. Its lead drug candidates are FLX475, an oral C-C motif chemokine receptor 4 antagonist in Phase 2 clinical trials for various cancer types, and RPT193, which selectively inhibits type 2 T helper cell migration into inflamed tissues. Additionally, RAPT is exploring other targets like general control nonderepressible 2 and hematopoietic progenitor kinase 1 in the discovery phase.

Neurogene

Post in 2024
Neurogene Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in New York, specializes in developing genetic medicines for treating neurological disorders. The company focuses on utilizing adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors to deliver therapeutic genes for conditions such as Charcot-Marie Tooth disease type 4J (CMT4J), Aspartylglucosaminuria (AGU), and an undisclosed Lysosomal Storage Disease (LSD). Neurogene aims to provide effective treatment options where none currently exist, aiming to improve the quality of life for patients and families affected by these rare neurological disorders.

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.

Santa Ana Bio

Series B in 2024
Santa Ana Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing precision therapies for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. By utilizing advanced technologies such as deep cell profiling, single-cell genomics, and multi-omics platforms, the company designs targeted biologics that aim to provide effective and personalized treatment options. Through its innovative approach, Santa Ana Bio seeks to enhance patient outcomes and improve quality of life for those affected by autoimmune conditions.

Lycia Therapeutics

Series C in 2024
Lycia Therapeutics is a biotechnology firm focused on discovering and developing first-in-class therapies. The company utilizes its innovative lysosomal targeting chimeras (LYTACs) platform to create therapeutics that target and degrade extracellular and membrane-bound proteins associated with challenging diseases, including cancer and autoimmune disorders. By addressing these difficult-to-treat conditions, Lycia Therapeutics aims to provide medical practitioners with effective treatment options to improve patient outcomes.

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.

Avidity Biosciences

Post in 2024
Avidity Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing oligonucleotide-based therapies known as antibody oligonucleotide conjugates (AOCs). These innovative therapies aim to address the limitations of traditional oligonucleotide treatments by combining the tissue selectivity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies. This approach allows Avidity to target previously undruggable tissue and cell types, thereby addressing the underlying genetic drivers of various diseases. The company's lead product candidate, AOC 1001, is designed to treat myotonic dystrophy type 1, a rare muscle disease. Additionally, Avidity is advancing multiple programs aimed at treating muscle-related conditions such as muscle atrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, and Pompe disease. Founded in 2012 and based in La Jolla, California, Avidity is also exploring therapeutic applications in immune and other cell types.

BioAge Labs

Series D in 2024
BioAge Labs, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapies to address aging and age-related diseases. The company utilizes a systems biology and artificial intelligence platform to identify key drug targets that influence aging and analyze extensive datasets to uncover the molecular drivers of age-related conditions. BioAge Labs is advancing several drug candidates, including BGE-117, a hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor designed to activate genes involved in critical biological processes such as tissue regeneration and vascular remodeling. Additionally, BGE-175, an orally administered inhibitor of the prostaglandin D2 DP1 signaling pathway, aims to mitigate risks associated with immune aging and respiratory infections. Founded in 2015 and based in Richmond, California, BioAge Labs is committed to discovering and developing innovative treatments that harness the biology of human aging.

JIXING 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 has a diverse pipeline that includes treatments for conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, heart failure, presbyopia, hypertension, and dry eye disease. A key aspect of their development efforts includes a small molecule cardiac myosin inhibitor, in-licensed from Cytokinetics, specifically designed to treat hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Jixing Pharmaceuticals aims to provide effective treatments for patients in China, addressing significant unmet medical needs in the realms of cardiovascular and ophthalmic health.

SAb Biotherapeutics

Post in 2023
SAB Biotherapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical development company based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with an additional office in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on developing immunotherapies for various human diseases using its proprietary DiversitAb platform. This innovative platform enables the rapid production of fully targeted human polyclonal antibodies from genetically engineered transchromosomic cattle, eliminating the need for human plasma or serum. SAB Biotherapeutics' product pipeline includes SAB-142 for Type 1 diabetes, SAB-176 for seasonal influenza, and SAB-301 for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV). The company's approach aims to address public health challenges, rare diseases, and pandemic threats through advanced antibody science.

Taysha Gene Therapies

Post in 2023
Taysha Gene Therapies, Inc. is a gene therapy company based in Dallas, Texas, established in 2019, focused on developing adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based gene therapies for monogenic diseases affecting the central nervous system (CNS). The company’s product pipeline includes several therapies currently in development, such as TSHA-101 for GM2 gangliosidosis, TSHA-118 for CLN1 disease, TSHA-102 for Rett syndrome, TSHA-103 for SLC6A1 haploinsufficiency disorder, and TSHA-104 for Surfeit locus 1 deficiency. Taysha Gene Therapies aims to translate innovative treatments from research to clinical practice efficiently, leveraging a strategic partnership with The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center to enhance its development and commercialization capabilities. The company's mission is to create curative medicines that target both rare and prevalent CNS conditions, thereby addressing severe and life-threatening diseases.

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, Kyverna employs advanced T cell engineering and synthetic biology technologies to target and eliminate autoreactive immune cells, which are responsible for the inflammation associated with these diseases. By addressing the root causes of autoimmune conditions, Kyverna aims to provide more effective and lasting solutions for patients suffering from these challenging health issues.

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.

Immunocore

Post in 2022
Immunocore Limited is a biotechnology company based in Abingdon, United Kingdom, with a focus on discovering and developing novel therapeutics for cancer, viral diseases, and autoimmune conditions. The company specializes in T cell receptor (TCR) technology, which allows it to create innovative bispecific immunotherapies. Its lead product candidate, IMCgp100, is currently undergoing clinical trials for the treatment of metastatic melanoma. Immunocore's proprietary platform enables efficient manufacturing of TCR-based drugs, addressing significant unmet medical needs. Founded in 1999 and previously known as Avidex Limited, Immunocore has expanded its operations with an additional office in Conshohocken.

MoonLake Immunotherapeutics

Post in 2022
MoonLake Immunotherapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for immunologic diseases. The company specializes in leveraging Nanobody technology to create new treatments aimed at addressing inflammatory conditions, particularly in the skin and joints. Its lead investigational product, Sonelokimab, represents a novel approach to managing inflammation, with the potential to significantly improve patient outcomes. Through its research and development efforts, MoonLake aims to advance the understanding and treatment of various inflammatory diseases, contributing to the evolving landscape of biopharmaceuticals.

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.

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, Kyverna employs advanced T cell engineering and synthetic biology technologies to target and eliminate autoreactive immune cells, which are responsible for the inflammation associated with these diseases. By addressing the root causes of autoimmune conditions, Kyverna aims to provide more effective and lasting solutions for patients suffering from these challenging health issues.

Aadi Bioscience

Private Equity Round in 2021
Aadi Bioscience, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Pacific Palisades, California, focused on developing precision therapies for genetically-defined cancers. The company specializes in mTOR inhibitors, particularly ABI-009, aimed at treating patients with alterations in the TSC1 or TSC2 genes, where existing mTOR inhibitors have limitations in pharmacology, drug delivery, or safety. Aadi's primary focus is on providing transformational therapies for patients with ultra-rare cancers, such as perivascular epithelioid cell tumors (PEComa). Since its founding in 2011, Aadi Bioscience has aimed to address significant unmet medical needs in oncology and related therapeutic areas.

Lycia Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Lycia Therapeutics is a biotechnology firm focused on discovering and developing first-in-class therapies. The company utilizes its innovative lysosomal targeting chimeras (LYTACs) platform to create therapeutics that target and degrade extracellular and membrane-bound proteins associated with challenging diseases, including cancer and autoimmune disorders. By addressing these difficult-to-treat conditions, Lycia Therapeutics aims to provide medical practitioners with effective treatment options to improve patient outcomes.

Renovacor

Post in 2021
Renovacor, Inc. is a preclinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dedicated to developing gene therapies for cardiovascular diseases. Founded in 2013, the company focuses on innovative treatments for dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), particularly cases caused by mutations in the BAG3 gene. This condition affects over 3 million individuals in the United States, with around 35,000 patients estimated to have BAG3 mutations, classifying it as an orphan disease. Patients with BAG3-associated DCM, often younger and experiencing faster disease progression, currently have limited treatment options, primarily consisting of standard heart failure care. Renovacor's lead program involves a recombinant adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based gene therapy aimed at replacing the defective BAG3 gene, which holds the potential to prevent disease progression and improve outcomes for this vulnerable patient population.

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 2015, the company is dedicated to creating first-in-class therapies aimed at selectively killing cancer cells. Artios's product pipeline features several promising programs, including a focus on DNA polymerase theta (Polθ), which plays a crucial role in DNA repair processes. Additionally, the company is advancing an in-licensed program that targets a newly identified protein linked to DDR and is developing a novel treatment aimed at DNA nucleases involved in these pathways. Artios collaborates with Cancer Research Technology and prominent DNA repair researchers globally to enhance its research and development efforts.

JIXING 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 has a diverse pipeline that includes treatments for conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, heart failure, presbyopia, hypertension, and dry eye disease. A key aspect of their development efforts includes a small molecule cardiac myosin inhibitor, in-licensed from Cytokinetics, specifically designed to treat hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Jixing Pharmaceuticals aims to provide effective treatments for patients in China, addressing significant unmet medical needs in the realms of cardiovascular and ophthalmic health.

Umoja Biopharma

Series B in 2021
Umoja Biopharma specializes in innovative immunotherapy aimed at transforming cancer treatment and enhancing patient quality of life. The company focuses on reprogramming T cells within the patient's body to effectively target cancer, including solid tumors and hematological cancers that often have poor responses to conventional therapies. Its proprietary CAR T-cell gene therapy platform is designed to deliver scalable therapeutic regimens tailored to various stages of cancer, enabling medical practitioners to directly and safely attack cancer cells. By harnessing the body's immune response, Umoja Biopharma seeks to improve overall patient outcomes and provide more effective treatment options for those affected by cancer.

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.

Monte Rosa Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
Monte Rosa Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cancer therapeutics that utilize molecular glue degraders (MGDs) to modulate protein degradation pathways. By leveraging the body's natural mechanisms for protein destruction, these small molecule drugs selectively target and degrade disease-causing proteins. The company employs its QuEEN platform, which combines artificial intelligence and proprietary experimental tools, to identify relevant proteins for degradation. With a diverse library of over 50,000 MGD molecules, Monte Rosa's lead candidate, MRT-2359, specifically targets the translation termination factor protein GSPT1, showing promise for treating MYC-driven tumors. The company aims to advance its pipeline of pioneering therapies for cancer and other diseases.

Tenaya Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
Tenaya Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, focused on developing innovative therapies for heart disease, particularly heart failure. Established in 2016, the company employs three main platforms to address the underlying causes of heart disease: a cellular regeneration platform that reprograms cardiac fibroblasts into cardiomyocytes using proprietary transcription factors, a gene therapy platform for targeted delivery of therapeutic payloads, and a precision medicine approach tailored to individual patients. Through these platforms, Tenaya Therapeutics aims to enable the regeneration of heart tissue and tackle various forms of cardiomyopathies, leveraging advanced research in cardiac development and regeneration.

Artiva Biotherapeutics

Series B in 2021
Artiva Biotherapeutics is a biotech company focused on developing and manufacturing cellular immunotherapies for cancer patients. Founded in 2019 and based in San Diego, California, Artiva specializes in off-the-shelf, allogeneic natural killer (NK) cell therapies aimed at treating various hematologic cancers and solid tumors. The company's product pipeline targets specific antigens, including CD20 and CD19 for B-cell lymphomas, as well as HER2 for certain solid tumors. Artiva's approach emphasizes the therapeutic potential of NK cells and aims to overcome challenges in scaling and manufacturing these therapies. The company is committed to delivering safe, effective, and readily accessible cell therapies to benefit cancer patients. Artiva operates as a subsidiary of Green Cross Holdings Corporation.

Encoded Therapeutics

Series D in 2020
Encoded Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in precision gene therapies aimed at treating a wide array of severe genetic disorders. Utilizing a unique platform, Encoded identifies sequences within the human genome that regulate gene expression through advanced screening and computational techniques. The company's therapy pipeline targets both genetic and acquired disorders across various disease pathways, including neurocircuitry, liver and metabolic disorders, neurodegeneration, and cardiovascular diseases. Founded in 2014 and based in South San Francisco, California, Encoded Therapeutics is focused on developing innovative solutions that enable medical practitioners to improve patient outcomes and enhance quality of life.

Frequency Therapeutics

Post in 2020
Frequency Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Woburn, Massachusetts, that aims to repair or reverse damage from various degenerative diseases by utilizing the body’s own biological mechanisms. The company employs a Progenitor Cell Activation approach, which involves the use of small molecules to activate progenitor cells and promote the regeneration of functional tissue. Its leading product candidate, FX-322, is currently undergoing phase 2a clinical trials to address the underlying causes of sensorineural hearing loss. In addition to hearing loss, Frequency Therapeutics is also exploring treatments for a range of other conditions, including multiple sclerosis and diseases affecting muscle, the gastrointestinal tract, skin, and bone. The company has established a collaboration with Astellas Pharma for the development and commercialization of FX-322. Founded in 2014, Frequency Therapeutics focuses on disease modification without the complexities associated with genetic engineering.

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, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutic candidates that target and eliminate disease-causing proteins, primarily for the treatment of cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. The company's lead product candidate, CFT7455, is an orally bioavailable degrader designed to target IKZF1/3 for multiple myeloma and other lymphomas. Additionally, C4 is advancing CFT8634, which targets BRD9 for specific solid tumors, alongside programs aimed at genetically defined resistant solid tumors. C4 Therapeutics utilizes its proprietary Degronimid platform, which allows for the selective degradation of proteins through the natural ubiquitin/proteasome system, potentially addressing previously undruggable targets while minimizing drug resistance. The company has formed strategic collaborations with major industry players, and it aims to make a significant impact on the treatment landscape through its advanced protein degradation science and multiple development programs. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, C4 Therapeutics continues to innovate in the field of targeted therapy.

Athira Pharma

Series B in 2020
Athira Pharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing small molecules aimed at restoring neuronal health and addressing neurodegenerative diseases. The company's lead candidate, ATH-1017, is a small hepatocyte growth factor/MET activator designed to penetrate the blood-brain barrier and is currently undergoing various clinical trials for the treatment of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Additionally, Athira is advancing other candidates, including ATH-1019, which is in preclinical development for depression, and ATH-1018, aimed at treating peripheral neuropathy. Founded in 2011 and originally named M3 Biotechnology, Athira Pharma changed its name in April 2019 to reflect its commitment to innovative therapies that positively impact individuals affected by brain disorders.

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 Limited is a biotechnology company based in Abingdon, United Kingdom, with a focus on discovering and developing novel therapeutics for cancer, viral diseases, and autoimmune conditions. The company specializes in T cell receptor (TCR) technology, which allows it to create innovative bispecific immunotherapies. Its lead product candidate, IMCgp100, is currently undergoing clinical trials for the treatment of metastatic melanoma. Immunocore's proprietary platform enables efficient manufacturing of TCR-based drugs, addressing significant unmet medical needs. Founded in 1999 and previously known as Avidex Limited, Immunocore has expanded its operations with an additional office in Conshohocken.

Avidity Biosciences

Series C in 2019
Avidity Biosciences, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing oligonucleotide-based therapies known as antibody oligonucleotide conjugates (AOCs). These innovative therapies aim to address the limitations of traditional oligonucleotide treatments by combining the tissue selectivity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies. This approach allows Avidity to target previously undruggable tissue and cell types, thereby addressing the underlying genetic drivers of various diseases. The company's lead product candidate, AOC 1001, is designed to treat myotonic dystrophy type 1, a rare muscle disease. Additionally, Avidity is advancing multiple programs aimed at treating muscle-related conditions such as muscle atrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, and Pompe disease. Founded in 2012 and based in La Jolla, California, Avidity is also exploring therapeutic applications in immune and other cell types.

Frequency Therapeutics

Series C in 2019
Frequency Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Woburn, Massachusetts, that aims to repair or reverse damage from various degenerative diseases by utilizing the body’s own biological mechanisms. The company employs a Progenitor Cell Activation approach, which involves the use of small molecules to activate progenitor cells and promote the regeneration of functional tissue. Its leading product candidate, FX-322, is currently undergoing phase 2a clinical trials to address the underlying causes of sensorineural hearing loss. In addition to hearing loss, Frequency Therapeutics is also exploring treatments for a range of other conditions, including multiple sclerosis and diseases affecting muscle, the gastrointestinal tract, skin, and bone. The company has established a collaboration with Astellas Pharma for the development and commercialization of FX-322. Founded in 2014, Frequency Therapeutics focuses on disease modification without the complexities associated with genetic engineering.

Encoded Therapeutics

Series C in 2019
Encoded Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in precision gene therapies aimed at treating a wide array of severe genetic disorders. Utilizing a unique platform, Encoded identifies sequences within the human genome that regulate gene expression through advanced screening and computational techniques. The company's therapy pipeline targets both genetic and acquired disorders across various disease pathways, including neurocircuitry, liver and metabolic disorders, neurodegeneration, and cardiovascular diseases. Founded in 2014 and based in South San Francisco, California, Encoded Therapeutics is focused on developing innovative solutions that enable medical practitioners to improve patient outcomes and enhance quality of life.

Orchard Therapeutics

Series C in 2018
Orchard Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in London, focused on developing innovative gene therapies for serious and life-threatening rare diseases. The company employs an autologous ex vivo gene therapy approach, which aims to modify a patient's hematopoietic stem cells to create a personalized treatment through a single administration. Orchard's product portfolio includes Strimvelis, the first gene therapy approved by the European Medicines Agency for adenosine deaminase-severe combined immunodeficiency (ADA-SCID). The company is advancing several clinical programs, including OTL-101 for ADA-SCID, OTL-200 for metachromatic leukodystrophy, OTL-103 for Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome, OTL-102 for X-linked chronic granulomatous disease, and OTL-300 for transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia. Additionally, Orchard has a robust preclinical pipeline targeting various mucopolysaccharidosis types. Founded in 2015, Orchard Therapeutics collaborates with leading institutions in the field to enhance its research and development efforts.

Orchard Therapeutics

Series B in 2017
Orchard Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in London, focused on developing innovative gene therapies for serious and life-threatening rare diseases. The company employs an autologous ex vivo gene therapy approach, which aims to modify a patient's hematopoietic stem cells to create a personalized treatment through a single administration. Orchard's product portfolio includes Strimvelis, the first gene therapy approved by the European Medicines Agency for adenosine deaminase-severe combined immunodeficiency (ADA-SCID). The company is advancing several clinical programs, including OTL-101 for ADA-SCID, OTL-200 for metachromatic leukodystrophy, OTL-103 for Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome, OTL-102 for X-linked chronic granulomatous disease, and OTL-300 for transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia. Additionally, Orchard has a robust preclinical pipeline targeting various mucopolysaccharidosis types. Founded in 2015, Orchard Therapeutics collaborates with leading institutions in the field to enhance its research and development efforts.

ARMO BioSciences

Series C in 2017
ARMO BioSciences is a biotechnology company based in Redwood City, California, focused on developing immune modulatory biologic therapeutics. The company specializes in immuno-oncology, aiming to activate the immune system of cancer patients to recognize and eradicate tumors. Its pipeline includes several product candidates: AM0010, a long-acting form of interleukin 10 (IL-10) that stimulates the immune system; AM0001, an anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody; AM0003, an anti-LAG-3 checkpoint inhibitor; AM0015, a form of recombinant human interleukin-15 (IL-15); and AM0012, a form of recombinant human interleukin-12 (IL-12). The company was incorporated in 2010 and formerly known as Targenics.

Solid Biosciences

Series C in 2017
Solid Biosciences Inc. is a life science company focused on developing therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a genetic muscle-wasting disease primarily affecting boys. The company's lead product candidate, SGT-001, is a gene transfer therapy currently undergoing a Phase I/II clinical trial aimed at restoring functional dystrophin protein expression in patients' muscles. In addition to SGT-001, Solid Biosciences is advancing the Anti-LTBP4 program, which involves a monoclonal antibody designed to reduce fibrosis and inflammation by targeting the LTBP4 protein. The company also develops biomarkers and sensors, as well as the Solid Suit program, which focuses on creating wearable assistive devices with functional and therapeutic benefits. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solid Biosciences has established a strategic collaboration with Ultragenyx to enhance gene therapy development for DMD. With no current cure for DMD, the company aims to provide innovative solutions for a condition that affects an estimated 10,000 to 15,000 cases in the United States.

AveXis

Series D in 2015
AveXis, now known as Novartis Gene Therapies, is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing gene therapies aimed at treating rare and life-threatening neurological genetic disorders. Acquired by Novartis in 2018, the company specializes in motor neuron cell-targeted gene replacement therapies for conditions such as spinal muscular atrophy, Rett syndrome, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. By addressing these severe diseases, which often result in progressive muscle weakness, paralysis, and death, AveXis plays a crucial role in enhancing treatment options for affected patients and their families.

Immunocore

Series A in 2015
Immunocore Limited is a biotechnology company based in Abingdon, United Kingdom, with a focus on discovering and developing novel therapeutics for cancer, viral diseases, and autoimmune conditions. The company specializes in T cell receptor (TCR) technology, which allows it to create innovative bispecific immunotherapies. Its lead product candidate, IMCgp100, is currently undergoing clinical trials for the treatment of metastatic melanoma. Immunocore's proprietary platform enables efficient manufacturing of TCR-based drugs, addressing significant unmet medical needs. Founded in 1999 and previously known as Avidex Limited, Immunocore has expanded its operations with an additional office in Conshohocken.

Regenxbio

Series D in 2015
Regenxbio Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing gene therapy products to address genetic disorders and enable cells to produce therapeutic proteins and antibodies. The company leverages its proprietary NAV Technology Platform, which utilizes adeno-associated virus vectors for gene delivery. Regenxbio's lead product candidate, RGX-314, is under investigation in a Phase I/IIa clinical trial for wet age-related macular degeneration. Other notable product candidates include RGX-121 and RGX-111, which are in clinical trials for mucopolysaccharidosis type II and I, respectively, as well as RGX-181 for late infantile neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis type II, and RGX-501 for homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia. Additionally, Regenxbio licenses its NAV Technology Platform to other biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies and collaborates with Neurimmune AG to develop vectorized antibodies for neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, the company was previously known as ReGenX Biosciences, LLC before rebranding in 2014.
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