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Hoofprint Biome is a developer of probiotics that improve the sustainability of ruminant livestock production. Its probiotics and natural enzymes improve cattle health and digestive care by eliminating methane and enabling the livestock industry to catalyze the symbiotic agriculture movement with microbiome engineering.

Autoimmunity BioSolutions is working on a next-generation immuno-corrective therapy that restores normal immune function in a genetically defined subgroup of autoimmune patients, where the autoimmune pathology is driven by an SNP.

Valora Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that provides engineering of chimeric antibodies .

TRexBio is a biotechnology company that leverages cutting-edge computational biology tools, a focus on human tissue, and expertise in immunobiology to develop therapeutics for cancer and inflammatory diseases. Its 'deep biology' discovery engine maps human tissue Treg behavior to disease processes, identifying and characterizing novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The platform supports the development of a portfolio of therapies that modulate the immune system to restore tissue immune homeostasis.

March Biosciences is a clinical-stage cell therapy company that focuses on developing CAR-T cell strategies to address hematological cancers. The company's lead asset, MB-105, is a CD5-targeted CAR-T cell therapy currently in Phase 1 trials in patients with refractory T-cell lymphoma and leukemia.

858 Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering small molecule therapeutics aimed at treating cancers, particularly those resistant to existing therapies. The company employs innovative strategies centered on synthetic lethality, innate immunity, and RNA modulation to develop its drug pipeline. Its lead program focuses on a PARG inhibitor, which is currently undergoing early clinical development. By leveraging its platform to evaluate the effects of RNA modifying proteins on disease biology, 858 Therapeutics aims to generate effective treatments for challenging oncological targets.

OverT Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing cell therapies for cancer treatment. The company specializes in identifying and creating novel genetic modifications that empower immune cells to navigate and overcome the barriers posed by tumors. By enhancing the effectiveness and durability of immunotherapies, OverT Bio aims to advance the healthcare field's ability to identify and ultimately cure cancer.

Clasp Therapeutics is focused on advancing cancer treatment through its innovative immunotherapeutics platform. The company develops precision medicines designed to enhance the immune system's ability to identify and eliminate challenging tumors that possess common driver mutations, irrespective of the tumor type. By enabling the targeting of cancer-specific markers, Clasp Therapeutics aims to allow for precise and selective destruction of tumor cells, thereby improving therapeutic outcomes in the field of immuno-oncology.

Elo Life Systems is a biotechnology company dedicated to enhancing human health and wellness through innovative food solutions. The company aims to connect food, agriculture, and health by addressing challenges related to agricultural productivity, nutritional needs, food security, and overall wellness. Elo employs advanced techniques such as precision breeding, genomics, data analytics, and machine learning to develop healthier food alternatives. By focusing on replacing sugar and artificial sweeteners, Elo strives to empower consumers to enjoy their favorite foods while leading healthier lives. Through strategic partnerships within the food systems value chain, the company seeks to create sustainable solutions that benefit both individuals and communities.

Alto Neuroscience is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on improving mental health treatment through personalized medicine. By utilizing an AI-enabled biomarker platform, Alto integrates detailed patient data regarding brain activity and behavior to develop effective therapeutics for specific populations. The company aims to transform the traditional trial-and-error approach in psychiatry by matching the appropriate treatment to individual patients, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of interventions. Alto's clinical-stage assets include various products targeting conditions such as depressive disorders and schizophrenia, identified through independent brain-based biomarkers. Through its innovative approach, Alto Neuroscience seeks to redefine psychiatric care at a critical time for mental health.

Arialys Therapeutics is a pre-clinical stage biotechnology company that specializes in neuroscience, particularly in the development of precision medicines aimed at blocking pathogenic autoantibodies in the brain. The company investigates the role of the immune system in central nervous system (CNS) health and disease, focusing on the characterization and prevalence of pathogenic auto-antibody activity. Arialys Therapeutics aims to provide advanced therapies for various CNS disorders, including neuropsychiatric conditions linked to autoimmune diseases, thereby contributing to the healthcare industry's efforts to address complex neurological challenges.

Georgiamune is an immunotherapy company dedicated to advancing oncology treatments. The firm specializes in next-generation immunotherapeutic and homeostatic therapies aimed at addressing cancer and autoimmune diseases. By focusing on innovative approaches, Georgiamune seeks to enhance patient recovery from cancer, contributing to significant breakthroughs in the field of immunotherapy.

Bitterroot Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative immunotherapy-based treatments for cardiovascular disease. By harnessing the immune system's natural capabilities to combat illness, the company conducts research to understand the significant roles of immune cells and immune modulators in the onset and advancement of cardiovascular conditions. Through its commitment to advancing medical treatments, Bitterroot Bio aims to provide effective therapies that can transform cardiovascular disease management and improve patient outcomes.

Ten63 Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for challenging diseases, particularly those involving targets previously considered undruggable. Founded in 2017 and based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, the company utilizes its proprietary platform, COPPER, which integrates advanced artificial intelligence and state-of-the-art physical models to explore vast chemical spaces. By employing low-residual, machine learning-based computational chemistry alongside superlinear search algorithms, Ten63 Therapeutics aims to identify and optimize drug candidates effectively. Their approach includes proprietary scaffold redesign and hopping technology, enabling the screening of trillions of molecules to predict resistance and redesign antibodies. This combination of techniques positions Ten63 Therapeutics at the forefront of developing durable treatments for some of the most lethal diseases.

IgGenix is a biotechnology company, directly address food and other severe allergies by re-engineering key antibodies involved in the allergic cascade. IgGenix isolates and transforms allergen-specific IgE antibodies into IgG antibodies that are designed to alleviate and possibly prevent the allergic cascade.

Developer of a pharmaceutical platform and drugs created for the treatment of the central nervous system. The company's platform and therapies specialize in the research and development of small and large molecule therapeutics across the blood-brain barrier, enabling clients to have rapidly advance therapies to treat the patients and provide meaningful medical improvement in their lives.

Rezo Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that focuses on developing precision therapeutics by mapping disease networks. Utilizing its proprietary Sequence to Systems to Drugs (SSD) platform, Rezo integrates various technologies, including proteomics, genetics, structural biology, chemistry, and bioinformatics, to create comprehensive molecular maps of diseases. This innovative approach enhances the identification of novel targets and therapies, particularly in oncology, where Rezo initially concentrates its efforts. The company aims to expand its therapeutic focus through collaborations and partnerships, positioning itself at the forefront of advancing treatment options across multiple disease areas.

Haystack Oncology, an oncology company, uses the most recent circulating tumor DNA detection technology to enhance the diagnosis of minimum residual disease and provide superior therapy decision-making information.

Matchpoint Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing precision covalent medicines aimed at transforming the treatment of immune diseases and other serious conditions. Utilizing its proprietary Advanced Covalent Exploration (ACE) platform, the company combines advanced chemoproteomics, machine learning, and the evolution of covalent chemistry libraries to enhance drug discovery. This innovative approach allows for a deeper exploration of the proteome, enabling the identification and targeting of new binding sites on disease-causing proteins. Matchpoint is building an emerging pipeline of novel covalent medicines, with an initial emphasis on immunology.

Capstan Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on enhancing the therapeutic potential of in vivo RNA-based therapies. It develops proprietary targeted delivery systems, including targeted lipid nanoparticles, to improve the efficacy and control of dosage in engineered cell therapies. This innovative platform aims to address a variety of diseases, particularly in the fields of oncology, fibrosis, and inflammation, where there are significant unmet clinical needs. By advancing precision in vivo cell engineering, Capstan Therapeutics seeks to create transformative therapeutics that can offer new solutions for patients facing these challenging conditions.

Senda Biosciences, founded in 2017 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focuses on developing therapeutic applications for innovative treatments of human diseases. The company investigates the molecular relationships among bacterial, botanical, and human cells, aiming to understand how these interactions influence health and disease. By leveraging insights from these interspecies connections, Senda Biosciences seeks to create new categories of medicines and delivery methods that can assist medical professionals in providing effective treatments.

Ozette Technologies focuses on digitizing biological data through machine learning to provide comprehensive insights into the human immune system. By leveraging a single-cell immune monitoring platform, the company enhances the discovery and annotation of immune cells, facilitating a deeper understanding of immune responses in both health and disease. Its AI-driven computational analysis technology supports scientists and healthcare providers in developing novel therapies and diagnostics, ultimately aiming to improve patient outcomes. Through its innovative approach, Ozette accelerates the advancement of therapeutic solutions by streamlining the analysis of immune data.

Cartography Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing cancer therapies through precision medicine. The company has created a platform-based cell therapy that utilizes single-cell analysis to identify innovative CAR-T targets. This approach allows for the design of cancer immunotherapies tailored to the safest and most effective targets. By combining molecular biology and computational methods, Cartography enables clients to advance their studies in the development of these targeted treatments, aiming to improve outcomes for cancer patients.

Dren Bio is a biotechnology company that specializes in protein engineering technologies designed to target and deplete pathogenic cells, protein aggregates, and other disease-causing agents. With a focus on hematologic neoplasms, solid cancers, autoimmune disorders, and diseases related to protein aggregation, the company aims to provide innovative solutions for healthcare professionals in their efforts to combat various serious diseases. Operating under a holding company model, Dren Bio develops multiple projects as standalone assets, seeking to create value through its diverse portfolio of biotechnology initiatives.

Pheast Therapeutics is a cancer immunotherapy company founded in 2020 and based in Palo Alto, California. The company specializes in developing innovative checkpoint therapies aimed at activating the innate immune system to combat cancer. Its primary focus is on creating immunotherapies that target macrophage checkpoints, which are crucial for enabling macrophages to effectively eliminate tumors in ovarian and breast cancers. By blocking these immune checkpoints, Pheast Therapeutics aims to enhance the likelihood of patient survival and advance treatment options within the healthcare sector.

Creyon Bio is a pre-clinical stage company reimagining drug development as it should be, using a data-first approach for generating uniquely powerful datasets and developing machine learning models to uncover the engineering principles that make precision oligonucleotide-based medicines possible for patient populations of all sizes.

TRexBio is a biotechnology company that leverages cutting-edge computational biology tools, a focus on human tissue, and expertise in immunobiology to develop therapeutics for cancer and inflammatory diseases. Its 'deep biology' discovery engine maps human tissue Treg behavior to disease processes, identifying and characterizing novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The platform supports the development of a portfolio of therapies that modulate the immune system to restore tissue immune homeostasis.

Ambys Medicines, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Redwood City, California, founded in 2016. The company is dedicated to discovering and developing transformative therapies for severe liver diseases. Ambys focuses on creating innovative gene, drug, and cell therapies aimed at restoring liver function, halting the progression of liver disease, and addressing the complications associated with liver failure. By leveraging regenerative and restorative medical approaches, Ambys Medicines seeks to improve the lives of individuals affected by chronic liver conditions, providing potential relief through advanced therapeutic options.

Parthenon Therapeutics is inventing a novel class of anti-cancer therapies that reprogram the tumor microenvironment (TME). The interplay between cancer cells and their surrounding microenvironment is relevant in drug development as manycancers use the TME to build barriers that shield immune system attack. One approach, PRTH-101, breaks these barriers to overcome recalcitrant cancers. Based on research, the company is designing a portfolio of drug candidates to treat the right patients at the right time.

Immunai Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in immune profiling through its artificial intelligence-based platform, which combines single-cell genomics and machine learning. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in San Francisco and Tel Aviv, Immunai aims to map the immune system comprehensively. Its technology allows for high-resolution profiling of immune cells from blood samples, enabling the identification of numerous cell types and their states. This approach generates valuable biological insights that support drug development, particularly in oncology and autoimmune disorders. The company collaborates with academic institutions, biopharmaceutical firms, and biotechnology companies to drive research in areas such as cancer therapy and vaccines.

BIOMILQ is a Durham, North Carolina-based startup founded in 2020 that specializes in producing nutritionally equivalent human breast milk using cultured human mammary cells. The company has developed a mammary biomanufacturing platform aimed at creating bioauthentic human milk ingredients that support better health outcomes for infants. By leveraging advanced technology, BIOMILQ provides an alternative for mothers and caregivers seeking a nutritious and sustainable feeding option, promoting essential aspects of infant development, including immune, gut, and neurological health. The company's innovative approach empowers families with a comprehensive solution for early-life nutrition.

Kytopen is a developer of a cell therapy platform that focuses on the non-viral delivery of molecules into challenging immune cells. The company's innovative technology integrates microfluidics and automation to streamline the delivery process, making it faster, easier, and more cost-effective. Kytopen's automated cell engineering platform enables researchers to produce healthy and functional engineered cells rapidly, maintaining their health and functionality. By combining continuous fluid flow with electric fields, Kytopen enhances the efficiency of payload delivery to primary cells, supporting advancements in biology and paving the way for innovative cell and gene therapies.

ROME Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases. Established in 2019, the company utilizes the repeatome—a previously overlooked segment of genetic material—to create novel treatment options. By identifying multiple drug targets and advancing several discovery programs, ROME Therapeutics aims to tap into this unexplored area of biology. The organization has assembled a team of experts in oncology, immunology, virology, and machine learning to lead its research and development efforts, which are designed to provide healthcare professionals with effective new treatments for patients suffering from these conditions.

Disc Medicine, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2017. The company focuses on developing human genetics-based therapeutics aimed at addressing ineffective red blood cell production in hematologic diseases. Its innovative pipeline includes therapies such as bitopertin for treating erythropoietic porphyrias and Diamond-Blackfan anemia. Disc Medicine targets the hepcidin metabolism axis and aims to modify fundamental biological pathways related to red blood cell formation and function, including heme biosynthesis and iron homeostasis. Through its portfolio of clinical and preclinical product candidates, the company strives to transform the lives of patients suffering from severe hematologic disorders.

Asher Biotherapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2019. The company specializes in the development of immunotherapy drugs aimed at effectively treating cancer. Its innovative therapies are designed to enhance the immune system's ability to target and eliminate cancer cells while minimizing side effects. This focus allows healthcare providers to deliver effective treatments to patients in a shorter timeframe, aiming to improve overall outcomes in cancer care.

Humacyte, Inc. is a medical research and development company based in Morrisville, North Carolina, focused on creating and commercializing human tissue-based products for regenerative medicine and vascular surgery. The company specializes in designing acellular extracellular matrices, which are crafted in vitro from banked vascular smooth muscle cells and decellularized to prevent rejection. These products serve as tissue-engineered grafts for patients requiring vascular repair or replacement. Humacyte's innovative approach aims to provide universally implantable bioengineered human tissues and organs, addressing various diseases, injuries, and chronic conditions while enhancing patient care and transforming medical practices. Founded in 2004, the company is committed to advancing solutions for vascular diseases and the replacement of anatomical conduits.

Thryv Therapeutics is a precision medicine company focused on developing innovative therapies for Long QT Syndrome and various arrhythmias. The company employs a precision medicine approach to address both genetic and drug-induced long QT syndrome, atrial fibrillation, and treatment-resistant cancers. Thryv Therapeutics is dedicated to creating potent and selective inhibitors of Serum Glucocorticoid Inducible Kinase, aiming to reduce the risk of sudden cardiac death and enhance the quality of life for affected patients. Through its targeted therapeutic development, the company seeks to provide effective solutions for serious cardiovascular and oncological conditions.

IgGenix is a biotechnology company, directly address food and other severe allergies by re-engineering key antibodies involved in the allergic cascade. IgGenix isolates and transforms allergen-specific IgE antibodies into IgG antibodies that are designed to alleviate and possibly prevent the allergic cascade.

ImmuneID is a precision immunology company using its proprietary platform to simultaneously identify and therapeutically target millions of antibody interactions that drive immune diseases.

Neurona Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing cell-based therapies for neurological disorders. Founded by neuroscientists and stem cell pioneers at The University of California, San Francisco, the company focuses on creating therapeutic compositions of specific types of neurons for targeted delivery into the injured nervous system. Drawing on nearly two decades of research, Neurona seeks to harness particular subpopulations of neurons capable of integrating and repairing dysregulated neural circuits. With a dedicated team of scientists and advisors, the company aims to accelerate the development of breakthrough treatments for patients suffering from significant unmet medical needs in the realm of chronic neurological diseases.

TRexBio is a biotechnology company that leverages cutting-edge computational biology tools, a focus on human tissue, and expertise in immunobiology to develop therapeutics for cancer and inflammatory diseases. Its 'deep biology' discovery engine maps human tissue Treg behavior to disease processes, identifying and characterizing novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The platform supports the development of a portfolio of therapies that modulate the immune system to restore tissue immune homeostasis.

Mnemo Therapeutics is a biotechnology firm focused on developing immune-based therapies, particularly cell therapies, aimed at treating solid tumors and blood cancers. The company utilizes its EnfiniT platform, a drug discovery engine that harnesses a unique class of antigens and various technologies to target tumorous epitopes prevalent in multiple cancer types. By leveraging epigenetic variation and CAR-T precision genetic engineering, Mnemo Therapeutics strives to create accessible allogeneic treatments that offer effective solutions for patients facing these challenging diseases.

Senda Biosciences, founded in 2017 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focuses on developing therapeutic applications for innovative treatments of human diseases. The company investigates the molecular relationships among bacterial, botanical, and human cells, aiming to understand how these interactions influence health and disease. By leveraging insights from these interspecies connections, Senda Biosciences seeks to create new categories of medicines and delivery methods that can assist medical professionals in providing effective treatments.

miRecule, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, established in 2016. The company specializes in developing a microRNA-based drug discovery platform, DREAmiR, aimed at addressing challenges in cancer therapy and muscular dystrophy. This innovative platform leverages genomic and outcome data from thousands of patients to identify genetic abnormalities associated with diseases. miRecule formulates RNA therapeutics that can directly target and correct these genetic issues. The platform integrates genomic sequencing, expression, and prognostic data from numerous cancer patients with high throughput screening of microRNA candidates for replacement therapy. miRecule is focused on creating highly tailored therapeutics, with lead programs targeting Head & Neck Cancer and Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy, ultimately striving to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from debilitating conditions.

Soteria Biotherapeutics, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, focuses on developing innovative immunotherapies for cancer treatment. The company is creating a new generation of conditionally active bispecific T-cell engaging antibodies specifically aimed at treating solid tumors. Utilizing its advanced T-LITE™ platform, Soteria enables small molecule-dependent activation of these bispecific antibody therapies, which facilitates safer and more effective treatment options. This approach allows for pulsatile activity, resulting in reduced side effects and the potential for higher dosing, thereby improving the overall therapeutic experience for patients.

Alloy Therapeutics is a biotechnology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. The firm specializes in democratizing access to drug discovery through its innovative platforms and services. Its flagship offering, Alloy-Gx, is a suite of immunocompetent transgenic mice designed for optimal in vivo human antibody discovery. This royalty-free platform allows researchers broad and non-exclusive access to essential drug discovery tools, streamlining the process of antibody project development. By providing these resources, Alloy Therapeutics aims to facilitate advancements in antibody research and ultimately enhance the drug discovery landscape.

Vera Therapeutics, a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, specializes in developing innovative biologic therapeutics aimed at treating serious immunological diseases and genetic disorders. Founded in 2016 and renamed in March 2020, the company's research focuses on transformative treatments that can significantly improve patient outcomes. One of its key product candidates is atacicept, a fusion protein designed for self-administration via a weekly subcutaneous injection. Atacicept works by inhibiting both B lymphocyte stimulator and a proliferation-inducing ligand, which are involved in the production of autoantibodies that contribute to various autoimmune diseases. Additionally, Vera Therapeutics is exploring gene-editing technologies that hold the potential to address conditions such as sickle cell disease and cystic fibrosis.

LEXEO Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that specializes in the development of gene therapies, particularly those utilizing adeno-associated virus (AAV) technology. The company’s pipeline includes both rare and non-rare monogenic diseases, with a strong emphasis on hereditary and acquired conditions that present significant unmet medical needs. LEXEO's lead programs and preclinical candidates are primarily developed in collaboration with Weill Cornell Medicine’s Department of Genetic Medicine. The company aims to advance its clinical programs toward commercialization while maintaining an ongoing research partnership with Weill Cornell to enhance its preclinical efforts. Through its innovative approach, LEXEO Therapeutics seeks to transform the treatment landscape for diseases that impose a substantial burden on patients and society.

Neurogene is a developer of generic medicines intended to improve patient outcomes for neurological disorders.The company's offerings include advancing genetic medicines for many neurological disorders where no effective treatment options exist, providing patients and families affected by rare neurological disorders with gene therapy that improves quality of life.

Faze Medicines is a biotechnology company founded in 2020 and located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company focuses on developing small molecule drugs that target the underlying mechanisms of disease pathology, with initial therapeutic efforts directed towards conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1). Faze Medicines employs advanced screening and proteomics techniques to explore biomolecular condensate interaction networks, which aids in the identification and development of novel therapeutics. Through its innovative approach, Faze aims to provide effective treatments for patients suffering from these challenging diseases.

Dren Bio is a biotechnology company that specializes in protein engineering technologies designed to target and deplete pathogenic cells, protein aggregates, and other disease-causing agents. With a focus on hematologic neoplasms, solid cancers, autoimmune disorders, and diseases related to protein aggregation, the company aims to provide innovative solutions for healthcare professionals in their efforts to combat various serious diseases. Operating under a holding company model, Dren Bio develops multiple projects as standalone assets, seeking to create value through its diverse portfolio of biotechnology initiatives.

Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global healthcare company that develops and produces stabilized hypochlorous acid (HOCl) products for diverse applications, including wound care, dermatology, animal health, eye care, and oral care. Based in Woodstock, Georgia, and incorporated in 1999, the company offers over 100 commercially available products worldwide. Its key offerings include Epicyn, an antimicrobial facial cleanser; Levicyn, a prescription product for managing dermatoses; Celacyn gel for scar management; and SebuDerm for seborrhea relief. Additionally, Sonoma provides Acuicyn for eye care, Microcyn for expedited wound healing, and various products targeting animal health, such as MicrocynAH and MicrocynVS. The company's focus on addressing unmet medical needs in chronic skin conditions significantly contributes to enhancing patient care while aiming to reduce overall healthcare costs. Sonoma Pharmaceuticals was previously known as Oculus Innovative Sciences, Inc. and rebranded in December 2016.

Sonoma Biotherapeutics is a company invloved the development of adoptive Treg therapies cell for autoimmune and degenerative diseases. Using next generation genome editing and target-specific cell therapy, Sonoma is focused on developing its best-in-class platform across the entire spectrum of Treg cell therapeutic capabilities. Founded by pioneers in Treg biology and cell therapy, the company brings together leading expertise and proprietary methodologies for the discovery and development of disease modifying and curative therapies.

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.

Vor Biopharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing engineered hematopoietic stem cell (eHSC) therapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead product candidate, VOR33, is designed specifically for the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and is currently in preclinical development. VOR33 eHSCs are engineered to lack CD33, a protein commonly expressed by AML cells, allowing for selective targeting of the cancer without harming normal cells. This innovative approach seeks to minimize the toxicities associated with traditional immunotherapies, which often affect both cancerous and healthy tissues. By protecting healthy stem cells from depletion while generating functional immune cells, Vor Biopharma aims to enhance therapeutic outcomes for patients with hematological malignancies.

Affinia Therapeutics Inc. is focused on developing gene therapies for various diseases, particularly those affecting the muscles and central nervous system. The company specializes in creating adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors, leveraging advanced techniques in synthetic and systems biology, as well as high-throughput screening and tissue and single-cell resolution. Founded in 2019 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Affinia aims to address significant unmet medical needs by providing rationally designed gene therapies with improved properties. The company's innovative approach seeks to offer effective treatments for devastating conditions that currently lack adequate therapeutic options.

Redpin Therapeutics is a preclinical stage gene therapy company based in New York, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing a proprietary chemogenetics platform designed to create targeted cell therapies for intractable diseases of the nervous system. Its innovative approach combines principles from synthetic biology, gene therapy, and conventional pharmacotherapy, utilizing ion channels as neuromodulation tools. This enables selective activation or inhibition of disease-causing neurons, allowing for precise regulation of dysfunctional neuronal circuits while sparing healthy cells. Through its research and development efforts, Redpin Therapeutics aims to provide new treatment options for challenging neurological conditions.

Kallyope Inc. is a biotechnology company based in New York City that focuses on the gut-brain axis to develop innovative therapeutics and consumer products aimed at enhancing human health. Founded in 2014, Kallyope employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating technologies such as sequencing, computational biology, neural imaging, and human genetics to deepen the understanding of gut-brain biology. This comprehensive understanding enables the company to create effective and well-tolerated oral medications targeting various health issues, including diabetes, obesity, gut disorders, inflammatory diseases, migraines, and allergies. With a team of experienced scientists and a strong foundation in drug discovery, Kallyope aims to address significant unmet medical needs through its research and development efforts.

Triplet Therapeutics, Inc. is focused on developing innovative therapies for repeat expansion disorders, which include conditions such as Huntington’s disease, myotonic dystrophy, and spinocerebellar ataxias. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company aims to address these disorders at their source by utilizing a unique approach that involves targeting the DNA Damage Response pathway through a single oligonucleotide. This biotherapeutic technology is designed to provide a comprehensive treatment solution for multiple repeat expansion disorders, enabling healthcare professionals to better manage these complex conditions.

Jasper Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Menlo Park, California, focused on developing therapeutic agents for hematopoietic stem cell transplants and gene therapies. The company aims to create safer conditioning agents that enable broader use of curative therapies, particularly through its novel engineered hematopoietic stem cells platform. Its lead compound, JSP191, is a humanized monoclonal antibody currently in clinical development. This agent functions as a conditioning treatment by targeting and clearing hematopoietic stem cells from bone marrow, facilitating successful stem cell transplants. By addressing the limitations of transplant grafts, Jasper Therapeutics seeks to increase the number of patients who can benefit from both allogeneic and autologous gene-edited hematopoietic stem cell therapies.

ImCheck Therapeutics is a developer of immuno-modulatory antibodies designed for the treatment of cancer and other immune-related diseases. The company's services are engaged in the discovery and development of immunomodulators for treating breast cancer, gastric, ovarian cancer cells and other solid solid tumours.

miRecule, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, established in 2016. The company specializes in developing a microRNA-based drug discovery platform, DREAmiR, aimed at addressing challenges in cancer therapy and muscular dystrophy. This innovative platform leverages genomic and outcome data from thousands of patients to identify genetic abnormalities associated with diseases. miRecule formulates RNA therapeutics that can directly target and correct these genetic issues. The platform integrates genomic sequencing, expression, and prognostic data from numerous cancer patients with high throughput screening of microRNA candidates for replacement therapy. miRecule is focused on creating highly tailored therapeutics, with lead programs targeting Head & Neck Cancer and Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy, ultimately striving to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from debilitating conditions.

Variant Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on developing therapeutics through the study of human genetic diversity. Founded in 2018, the company identifies individuals and populations that exhibit extreme traits of medical significance, utilizing advanced sequencing technologies and analytic methods to uncover the genes and pathways associated with these traits. By leveraging insights from genetic research, Variant Bio aims to discover new therapeutic targets for conditions such as neurodegenerative, autoimmune, and cardiometabolic diseases. The company's innovative approach combines statistical genetics and machine learning, enhancing the potential for genomic drug discovery to address unmet medical needs.

Adaptive Phage Therapeutics provides therapeutic services intended to treat multi-drug resistant pathogenic bacteria. Its services are provided using clinical and therapeutic technology that matches phages to patient-specific bacterial infections, enabling medical researchers to develop drugs that can detect and eliminate multi-drug resistant bacteria.

Boundless Bio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for the treatment of aggressive cancers linked to extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA). Founded in 2018 and based in La Jolla, California, the company aims to address the significant unmet medical needs of patients with oncogene amplified tumors, which affect over 14% of cancer patients. By targeting ecDNA, a key factor in oncogene amplification, Boundless Bio seeks to provide transformative treatments for previously difficult-to-treat cancers. One of its leading candidates, BBI-355, is an oral, selective inhibitor of checkpoint kinase 1 (CHK1), designed to manage the replication and transcription of ecDNA in cancer cells.

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.

Cardea Bio, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing and commercializing bioelectronics for research and diagnostics. Established in 2013, Cardea utilizes proprietary graphene-based digital biosensors to create advanced biosensor hardware, software, and molecular infrastructure, enabling precision healthcare through improved diagnostic capabilities. The company's product offerings include the AGILE R100, an innovative assay for drug discovery, and the AGILE R200, an automated high-throughput screening solution. Cardea's biosensors convert biomolecular interactions into digital data, allowing for real-time biological signal analysis and access to streaming multi-omics data. Their solutions cater to various applications in life sciences and healthcare, such as small molecule validation, antibody characterization, and biomolecular analysis.

Imara, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing and commercializing therapeutics for rare genetic disorders of hemoglobin, including sickle cell disease and beta-thalassemia. Founded in 2016, the company is advancing its lead product candidate, IMR-687, which is a highly selective small molecule inhibitor of PDE9. IMR-687 is designed as an oral, once-a-day treatment that aims to modify disease through a multimodal mechanism of action affecting various cell types, including red and white blood cells. Imara is dedicated to addressing the unmet medical needs of patients suffering from these serious hemoglobinopathies.

Gencove is a software platform that focuses on high-throughput and cost-effective genome sequencing through the use of low-pass sequencing technology. The company aims to revolutionize genomics research and diagnostics across various species by providing fast and affordable whole-genome sequencing solutions. Gencove develops both molecular and computational tools that facilitate low-cost genome sequencing, making genomic data accessible to researchers in diverse industries, including agriculture and pharmaceuticals.

Dewpoint Therapeutics is a Boston-based biotech company focused on the research and development of treatments targeting biomolecular condensates to address various diseases, including cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and immunological conditions. Founded in 2018, the company employs an innovative drug platform that utilizes machine-learning-based image analysis for visualizing condensates. This technology supports an engine of engineered cell lines designed to track and mitigate harmful protein sequestration. By leveraging its proprietary platform, Dewpoint seeks to facilitate drug discovery across a wide range of medical indications and collaborates with leading academic and pharmaceutical partners to enhance the accessibility of new therapies for unmet healthcare needs.

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.

Tiburio Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing and manufacturing medicines for diseases related to the endocrine system. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company is advancing clinical-stage compounds aimed at treating rare neuroendocrine tumors and endocrine diseases. Notably, Tiburio is developing TBR-760, which targets non-functioning pituitary adenoma using a dopamine-somatostatin chimeric molecule designed to shrink or halt tumor growth. Additionally, Tiburio is working on TBR-065 for other rare endocrine diseases, addressing significant patient needs in these underserved areas.

Relay Therapeutics is a clinical-stage precision medicine company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on transforming the drug discovery process, particularly in targeted oncology. Utilizing its innovative Dynamo platform, the company combines advanced computational techniques with experimental methods to enhance small molecule therapeutic discovery. Relay Therapeutics is developing several product candidates, including RLY-1971, an oral inhibitor targeting the SHP2 protein, currently in Phase 1 trials for advanced solid tumors; RLY-4008, a selective inhibitor for patients with FGFR2 alterations; and RLY-PI3K1047, aimed at cancer-associated mutations of the PI3K alpha protein. Founded in 2015, Relay Therapeutics is dedicated to addressing complex diseases through its unique approach to drug discovery.

Kallyope Inc. is a biotechnology company based in New York City that focuses on the gut-brain axis to develop innovative therapeutics and consumer products aimed at enhancing human health. Founded in 2014, Kallyope employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating technologies such as sequencing, computational biology, neural imaging, and human genetics to deepen the understanding of gut-brain biology. This comprehensive understanding enables the company to create effective and well-tolerated oral medications targeting various health issues, including diabetes, obesity, gut disorders, inflammatory diseases, migraines, and allergies. With a team of experienced scientists and a strong foundation in drug discovery, Kallyope aims to address significant unmet medical needs through its research and development efforts.

Caraway Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for neurodegenerative diseases through the modulation of mitophagy and autophagy. By targeting genetically defined pathways, the company aims to create small molecules that restore cellular balance and address the underlying mechanisms of diseases such as Parkinson's disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Caraway Therapeutics seeks to improve the lives of patients affected by these debilitating conditions by leveraging its expertise in cellular degradation processes. The company was previously known as Rheostat Therapeutics, Inc. before rebranding in October 2019.

OncoResponse Inc. is a Houston-based immuno-oncology company focused on discovering innovative cancer therapies through its proprietary human antibody platform. The company specializes in identifying fully human monoclonal antibodies that target high-value immuno-oncology targets, particularly those associated with immunosuppressive myeloid biology. By exploring the adaptive immune responses of cancer patients who have successfully undergone checkpoint inhibition, OncoResponse aims to develop therapeutic antibodies that can mitigate tumor microenvironment immunosuppression and enhance immune activation. This approach seeks to transform cold tumors into hot tumors, thereby improving treatment outcomes for cancer patients.

Magnolia Neurosciences aims to discover and develop proprietary, selective, and drug-like small molecule therapeutics for the prevention of neuronal cell death, thereby providing novel treatment options for patients suffering from neurodegeneration and related conditions. Magnolia Neurosciences Corporation, created to pursue technologies developed at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Therapeutics Discovery Division and the Neurodegeneration Consortium (NDC), is a New York-based Accelerator Life Science Partner portfolio company.

ORIG3N is a biotechnology company developing breakthrough treatments for rare genetically inherited diseases with targets in heart, liver, and neurodegenerative indications. It was founded in 2014 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

Nohla Therapeutics, Inc. is focused on developing and manufacturing ex vivo expanded universal donor cellular therapies aimed at treating cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. The company utilizes a unique umbilical cord blood expansion platform to create and expand key cancer-fighting cells, enabling treatment without the need for HLA matching. Nohla's primary offerings include a Natural Killer (NK) cell program and a hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) expansion platform, which supports the clinical development of its flagship product, Dilanubicel. This off-the-shelf, ex vivo expanded hematopoietic stem and progenitor cell product is designed for immediate use to aid in hematopoietic recovery and address chemotherapy-induced neutropenia, among other indications. Founded in 2015 and based in Seattle, Washington, Nohla Therapeutics aims to streamline treatment processes while reducing patient risk and costs compared to traditional cell therapies.

Skyhawk Therapeutics is a provvider of small molecule therapeutics designed to offer therapies that correct RNA expression.The company's therapeutics use proprietary technology that helps the rational design of small molecules that target specific binding pocket regions on RNA, using both sequence and structural specificity, at particular moments in the RNA splicing process, enabling physicians to target diseases driven by a type of RNA mis-splicing called exon skipping.

Nohla Therapeutics, Inc. is focused on developing and manufacturing ex vivo expanded universal donor cellular therapies aimed at treating cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. The company utilizes a unique umbilical cord blood expansion platform to create and expand key cancer-fighting cells, enabling treatment without the need for HLA matching. Nohla's primary offerings include a Natural Killer (NK) cell program and a hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) expansion platform, which supports the clinical development of its flagship product, Dilanubicel. This off-the-shelf, ex vivo expanded hematopoietic stem and progenitor cell product is designed for immediate use to aid in hematopoietic recovery and address chemotherapy-induced neutropenia, among other indications. Founded in 2015 and based in Seattle, Washington, Nohla Therapeutics aims to streamline treatment processes while reducing patient risk and costs compared to traditional cell therapies.

Insitro, Inc. is a data-driven company focused on drug discovery and development, particularly targeting nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Founded in 2018 by Daphne Koller and based in South San Francisco, California, Insitro harnesses machine learning and high-throughput biology to revolutionize the process of drug discovery. The company creates extensive functional genomic data sets and integrates them with patient data through innovative machine learning techniques. This approach allows Insitro to build predictive models that enhance target selection, streamline the design of therapeutics, and optimize drug development strategies. By addressing critical challenges in pharmaceutical research and development, Insitro aims to accelerate the delivery of new and effective treatments to patients.

Quentis Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in New York, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing immunotherapies that target endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress response pathways within the tumor microenvironment. By addressing ER stress, Quentis aims to enhance the immune system's capacity to combat cancer, providing patients with innovative treatment options. Its therapeutic approach focuses on awakening anti-tumor immunity, thereby potentially improving outcomes for individuals facing various forms of cancer.

Kallyope Inc. is a biotechnology company based in New York City that focuses on the gut-brain axis to develop innovative therapeutics and consumer products aimed at enhancing human health. Founded in 2014, Kallyope employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating technologies such as sequencing, computational biology, neural imaging, and human genetics to deepen the understanding of gut-brain biology. This comprehensive understanding enables the company to create effective and well-tolerated oral medications targeting various health issues, including diabetes, obesity, gut disorders, inflammatory diseases, migraines, and allergies. With a team of experienced scientists and a strong foundation in drug discovery, Kallyope aims to address significant unmet medical needs through its research and development efforts.

Moderna, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing therapeutics and vaccines using messenger RNA technology. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on various therapeutic areas, including infectious diseases, oncology, rare genetic disorders, and cardiovascular diseases. As of September 2024, Moderna has 40 mRNA development candidates in clinical development, demonstrating its commitment to advancing medical science. The company's mRNA platform has gained significant recognition, particularly with the authorization of its COVID-19 vaccine in December 2020. Moderna has established strategic collaborations with notable organizations such as AstraZeneca, Merck & Co., and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Additionally, it collaborates with Lonza Ltd. and Catalent for the manufacturing of its COVID-19 vaccine. Through its innovative approach, Moderna aims to provide effective solutions for a range of health challenges.

Skyhawk Therapeutics is a provvider of small molecule therapeutics designed to offer therapies that correct RNA expression.The company's therapeutics use proprietary technology that helps the rational design of small molecules that target specific binding pocket regions on RNA, using both sequence and structural specificity, at particular moments in the RNA splicing process, enabling physicians to target diseases driven by a type of RNA mis-splicing called exon skipping.

Aura Biosciences is a biotechnology company that focuses on the development of drugs by using tumor-targeted pseudovirions. The company is applying nanotechnology to help fight cancer in the well-studied area of chemotherapeutics and the emerging field of RNAi. By safely eliminating cancer locally, they can treat early and transform the lives of people with a wide range of cancers that are poorly managed today. The company's goal is to treat small ocular melanomas potentially long before the disease progresses and metastasizes to the liver, where it almost always is fatal. Aura Biosciences was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Relay Therapeutics is a clinical-stage precision medicine company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on transforming the drug discovery process, particularly in targeted oncology. Utilizing its innovative Dynamo platform, the company combines advanced computational techniques with experimental methods to enhance small molecule therapeutic discovery. Relay Therapeutics is developing several product candidates, including RLY-1971, an oral inhibitor targeting the SHP2 protein, currently in Phase 1 trials for advanced solid tumors; RLY-4008, a selective inhibitor for patients with FGFR2 alterations; and RLY-PI3K1047, aimed at cancer-associated mutations of the PI3K alpha protein. Founded in 2015, Relay Therapeutics is dedicated to addressing complex diseases through its unique approach to drug discovery.

Metacrine is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on building an innovative pipeline of best-in-class drugs to treat liver and gastrointestinal (GI) diseases. The most advanced program is focused on the farnesoid X receptor (FXR) an important drug target in multiple liver and GI diseases. Beyond the FXR program, a pipeline of novel drug candidates against other drug targets is being explored by taking advantage of internal drug discovery and development capabilities.

Cydan is an orphan drug accelerator focused on developing therapies for patients with rare genetic diseases. The organization identifies and mitigates the risks associated with compounds that have therapeutic and commercial potential. Through a rigorous process, Cydan generates data to support the development of new therapies and the formation of new companies. Their experienced team leverages strong relationships with academia and patient advocacy groups, along with deep expertise in drug development and a proven track record of successful product commercialization. By guiding therapies through clinical, regulatory, and commercial development, Cydan aims to improve the lives of patients and families affected by rare diseases.

LifeMine Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on discovering new drug modalities from eukaryotic microbes, particularly fungi. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York, the company employs an integrated platform that combines genomics, artificial intelligence, and synthetic biology. This innovative Avatar-Rx platform utilizes high-throughput microbiology, data science, machine learning, genome engineering, and automation to explore the fungal biosphere for novel genetically encoded molecules with specific biological functions. By integrating chemoinformatic-assisted drug optimization and advanced chemical synthesis with biotransformation, LifeMine Therapeutics aims to advance a pipeline of new medicines into development.

Forge Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing innovative therapeutics, particularly novel antibiotics. The company employs a proprietary chemistry platform that targets metalloproteins, specifically metalloenzymes, to create selective inhibitors. By utilizing a combination of bioinorganic and medicinal chemistry, Forge aims to address the challenge of multi-drug resistant bacteria. Its approach allows for the development of small molecule inhibitors that can influence various biochemical processes, providing healthcare professionals with new tools to combat resistant infections effectively.

Avelas Biosciences is focused on enhancing cancer surgery through innovative intraoperative imaging technology. The company's proprietary platform employs activatable cell-penetrating peptides to facilitate real-time diagnosis of metastatic nodes during surgical procedures. This advancement allows oncologic surgeons to create a luminous map of the surgical site, which helps in identifying critical areas and improving surgical precision. By providing this real-time information, Avelas aims to reduce the likelihood of repeat surgeries and ultimately improve patient outcomes, setting a new standard of care in the field of oncology.

Imara, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing and commercializing therapeutics for rare genetic disorders of hemoglobin, including sickle cell disease and beta-thalassemia. Founded in 2016, the company is advancing its lead product candidate, IMR-687, which is a highly selective small molecule inhibitor of PDE9. IMR-687 is designed as an oral, once-a-day treatment that aims to modify disease through a multimodal mechanism of action affecting various cell types, including red and white blood cells. Imara is dedicated to addressing the unmet medical needs of patients suffering from these serious hemoglobinopathies.

Syros Pharmaceuticals is a life sciences company that is focused on treating disease by mapping gene regulatory circuits and modulating the factors that regulate gene expression. Syros has pioneered world-leading gene control research and drug discovery capabilities with a proven ability to integrate disease biology and genomic data--a proficiency that is not well represented in pharmaceutical R&D. Central to the Syros approach is a proprietary platform of carefully integrated assay technologies, bioinformatics, and biologic insights developed by members of Syros' senior leadership. While this scientific approach has applications in many therapeutic areas, Syros has demonstrated success initially in oncology, where it may help address numerous unmet medical needs.

Lodo Therapeutics Corporation is a drug discovery and development company focused on the creation of naturally derived novel therapeutics that will have a dramatic impact human health on a global basis. Lodo seeks to work in partnership with global pharmaceutical companies and world leading Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s) to tackle some of the greatest challenges in human health: resistant infectious disease and cancers. Lodo Therapeutics was created to pursue the scientific vision of Dr. Sean Brady at Rockefeller University. Dr. Brady and his laboratory have developed a genome-based, culture-independent platform for the discovery, biosynthesis, and characterization of small molecules from microbial sources present in soil samples. Lodo believes that the potential cures for a number of deadly and/or debilitating diseases literally lie at our feet. By combining the advancements in DNA sequencing and bioinformatics, this innovative discovery platform exploits the power of microbial evolution for the identification of therapeutically valuable pharmaceutical products derived from natural sources. Lodo Therapeutics, an Accelerator Corporation-backed entity, is headquartered in New York City. The company’s lab and offices are located in the Alexandria Center for Life Science, New York City’s first and only premier life science park.

NextCure, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Beltsville, Maryland, that specializes in the discovery and development of novel immunomedicines aimed at treating cancer and other immune-related diseases. The company focuses on restoring normal immune function through its lead product candidate, NC318, currently in Phase 2 clinical trials for advanced or metastatic solid tumors. In addition, NextCure is developing NC410, an immunomedicine designed to inhibit immune suppression mediated by Leukocyte-Associated Immunoglobulin-like Receptor 1. The company's research also includes preclinical programs targeting various immunomodulatory proteins associated with tumors and inflamed tissues. NextCure has established collaborations, including a licensing agreement with Yale University and a research partnership with Eli Lilly and Company, to further its innovative therapeutic approaches. Founded in 2015, NextCure is dedicated to advancing first-in-class immunotherapy solutions.

Welldoc, Inc. specializes in developing technology solutions for chronic disease management, focusing primarily on diabetes care. Its flagship product, the DiabetesManager platform, allows patients and healthcare providers to coordinate care effectively, promoting self-management and adherence to treatment. This platform includes features such as personalized coaching, medication reminders, out-of-bound alerts, and cloud-based analytics for tracking health metrics. Additionally, Welldoc offers BlueStar, a mobile prescription therapy that provides real-time guidance for diabetes management and clinical decision support for healthcare professionals. The company collaborates with various stakeholders, including payors, employers, pharmaceutical firms, and healthcare systems, to ensure its solutions integrate seamlessly into existing workflows. Founded in 2005 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, with additional offices in Wilmington, Delaware, and Bengaluru, India, Welldoc aims to transform digital health management through innovative technology and artificial intelligence.

Kallyope Inc. is a biotechnology company based in New York City that focuses on the gut-brain axis to develop innovative therapeutics and consumer products aimed at enhancing human health. Founded in 2014, Kallyope employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating technologies such as sequencing, computational biology, neural imaging, and human genetics to deepen the understanding of gut-brain biology. This comprehensive understanding enables the company to create effective and well-tolerated oral medications targeting various health issues, including diabetes, obesity, gut disorders, inflammatory diseases, migraines, and allergies. With a team of experienced scientists and a strong foundation in drug discovery, Kallyope aims to address significant unmet medical needs through its research and development efforts.

Biological Dynamics Inc. is a healthcare company based in San Diego, California, focused on enhancing global health outcomes through early disease detection. The company has developed a proprietary technology platform that enables the direct and selective capture of large necrotic particles from physiological solutions, including whole blood, serum, and plasma. This platform facilitates the analysis of native-state biomarkers and nanoparticles, supporting multiomics applications. Biological Dynamics specializes in cancer detection and offers a range of services, including the TR(ACE) Assay for monitoring treatment responses and tumor burdens, as well as liquid biopsy testing for personalized medicine. Additionally, the company provides clinical laboratory services, including molecular and next-generation sequencing, and has programs aimed at drug development in areas such as Alzheimer's disease. Founded in 2008, Biological Dynamics is committed to utilizing machine learning and its advanced technology to address various health challenges, including autoimmune diseases, transplant rejection, and traumatic brain injury.