Be Biopharma
Series C in 2025
Founded in 2020, Be Biopharma specializes in developing innovative therapeutics using engineered B-cells to treat diseases such as cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases. Its approach aims to overcome limitations of current cell and gene therapies.
Kardigan is a pioneering heart health company dedicated to transforming cardiovascular drug development. It focuses on identifying and matching critical disease drivers with responsive patients from clinical trials, aiming to deliver curative medicines that go beyond symptom management, ultimately providing functional cures for cardiovascular diseases.
Rhygaze is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative gene therapies aimed at restoring vision in individuals affected by blindness-related diseases. The company’s therapy utilizes advanced technology to deliver a light-sensor gene directly to cone cells that have lost their light sensitivity. By repairing these cells' ability to detect light, Rhygaze seeks to enable effective vision restoration for patients. Through its specialized approach, the company aims to make significant contributions to the healthcare industry and improve the quality of life for those facing vision loss.
Be Biopharma
Venture Round in 2024
Founded in 2020, Be Biopharma specializes in developing innovative therapeutics using engineered B-cells to treat diseases such as cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases. Its approach aims to overcome limitations of current cell and gene therapies.
Seaport Therapeutics
Series B in 2024
Seaport Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel neuropsychiatric medicines in areas of high patient need. Its innovative approach aims to improve oral bioavailability, thereby reducing side effects such as hepatotoxicity and enhancing patients' quality of life with neuropsychiatric disorders.
City Therapeutics
Series A in 2024
City Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of next-generation small-interfering RNAs (siRNAs) to enhance RNA interference (RNAi) therapies. The company's pipeline comprises innovative RNAi therapeutics targeting diverse disease indications. City Therapeutics aims to improve and expand RNAi technology to achieve better patient outcomes, led by a team of experienced scientists and industry professionals committed to advancing the field of RNA interference.
Vilya is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative drugs that precisely target the underlying biology of diseases. By leveraging advanced computational techniques, Vilya aims to create a new class of medicines that can efficiently navigate uncharted chemical spaces and generate novel molecular structures. These structures, which are designed to possess essential drug-like properties, can range in size between small molecules and antibodies. Vilya's platform is engineered to improve the drug discovery process, enabling more effective treatments by facilitating the disruption of protein-protein interactions and ensuring optimal movement through biological membranes. Through its pioneering approach, Vilya is dedicated to advancing therapeutic options for patients.
Slingshot Biosciences
Series A in 2024
Slingshot Biosciences develops engineered synthetic cells to accelerate drug research and enable diagnostics and therapeutics. The company creates next-generation cellular tools that aim to simplify complex experiments, improve data standardization in cell analysis, and provide cost-effective solutions for research programs. Its work includes aligning cellular properties such as forward and side scatter of white blood cells to enable more consistent measurements and faster interpretation. By removing cold-chain barriers, Slingshot Biosciences seeks to broaden access to advanced diagnostics and therapeutics, supporting programs focused on neglected and rare diseases. Operating in the industrial synthetic biology space, the company concentrates on practical cellular technologies that can shorten development timelines and reduce costs for researchers.
Metsera
Seed Round in 2024
Metsera is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in developing innovative therapies for obesity and metabolic conditions. It focuses on advancing oral and injectable treatments, integrating proprietary health technology tools for personalized care.
Metsera is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in developing innovative therapies for obesity and metabolic conditions. It focuses on advancing oral and injectable treatments, integrating proprietary health technology tools for personalized care.
Seaport Therapeutics
Series A in 2024
Seaport Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel neuropsychiatric medicines in areas of high patient need. Its innovative approach aims to improve oral bioavailability, thereby reducing side effects such as hepatotoxicity and enhancing patients' quality of life with neuropsychiatric disorders.
Areteia Therapeutics
Series A in 2024
Areteia Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing oral therapies for eosinophilic asthma to improve disease control. The company was spun out of Knopp and is advancing an oral drug designed to inhibit eosinophil maturation, aiming to reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms of severe asthma. Phase 2 data from its program indicated the oral candidate lowers blood eosinophil counts, a marker associated with better lung function. By pursuing an oral, non-injectable treatment option, Areteia seeks to offer a convenient alternative to injectable therapies and broaden access for asthma patients. The company’s work centers on targeting eosinophil-related pathways to enhance asthma management and patient quality of life.
Proniras Corporation is a preclinical-stage biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing innovative parenteral medical countermeasure drugs, particularly tezampanel, for treating seizures and brain injuries. Founded in 2016, the company has demonstrated preclinical efficacy in addressing nerve agent-induced seizures, particularly in studies involving exposure to soman, a highly toxic chemical weapon. By targeting the central nervous system, Proniras aims to develop novel small-molecule therapeutics for various neurological conditions characterized by high unmet medical needs. Their research is designed to provide medical researchers with valuable tools for advancing treatments in this critical area.
Basking Biosciences
Series A in 2024
Basking Biosciences is developing a reversible thrombolytic therapy to restore blood flow to the brain during ischemic stroke, with the aim of preventing hemorrhage and long-term damage. The platform combines a primary agent that targets clot stability with a designed reversal agent that can be administered if bleeding occurs to neutralize the active compound and restore normal clotting, enabling treatment for acute ischemic stroke.
Elephas is a company focused on revolutionizing cancer treatment through its innovative live tumor imaging diagnostics platform. By leveraging advances in cancer biology, multimodal microscopy, engineering, and artificial intelligence, Elephas aims to enhance clinical decision-making and personalize therapy for cancer patients. The company's approach involves the use of human live tumor fragments, allowing clinicians to determine the most effective treatment strategies for individual patients. In doing so, Elephas not only seeks to improve patient outcomes but also to expedite the drug development process, addressing the significant challenges faced in oncology.
Moonwalk Biosciences
Series A in 2024
Moonwalk Biosciences is a genomic medicine startup focused on developing precision epigenetic therapeutics. The company specializes in creating a profiling and engineering technology platform that leverages advanced artificial intelligence predictions to offer a comprehensive view of the epigenome in both health and disease states. This innovative approach aims to revolutionize therapy discovery and development, enabling healthcare providers to reprogram cells back to their healthy state.
Human Immunology Biosciences is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing precision therapies for immune-mediated diseases, particularly autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. The company is known for its lead product, felzartamab, a fully human anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody that targets and depletes CD38+ cells, including plasma and natural killer cells. This mechanism has shown promise in improving clinical outcomes across a range of immune-mediated disorders. By focusing on transformative biotechnology-based treatments, Human Immunology Biosciences aims to enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from these challenging conditions.
TFC Therapeutics
Pre Seed Round in 2023
TFC Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on creating innovative biologics aimed at addressing critical factors in cancer recurrence and metastasis. The company develops technology that employs monoclonal antibodies designed to specifically bind to receptors on tumor-initiating cells, known as TMH cells. This targeted approach activates the immune system to effectively destroy these cells, offering new treatment possibilities for cancer within the healthcare sector. Through its research and development efforts, TFC Therapeutics seeks to contribute significantly to advancements in cancer therapy.
Bitterroot Bio
Series A in 2023
Bitterroot Bio specializes in developing innovative therapies for cardiovascular disease by harnessing the power of immunotherapy.
Myeloid Therapeutics
Series A in 2023
Myeloid Therapeutics is an immunology company dedicated to leveraging innovative technologies to harness the potential of myeloid cells for the treatment of cancer and other diseases. The company has developed the ATAK platform, which focuses on reprogramming innate immune cells to enhance their ability to target and eliminate cancerous cells. Initially, Myeloid Therapeutics is advancing a cell therapy program aimed at treating T cell lymphoma, as well as a primed monocyte strategy for glioblastoma. The versatility of the ATAK platform allows for scalability across various treatment modalities and disease areas, facilitating collaboration with partners to expand its applications in the field of immunotherapy.
Rapport Therapeutics
Series A in 2023
Rapport Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and developing precision medicines for neurological disorders. The company focuses on creating transformational small-molecule therapies aimed at patients with central nervous system conditions. Leveraging foundational research in neuronal receptor biology, Rapport Therapeutics maps and targets specific neuronal receptor complexes, which are complex assemblies of proteins that include principal receptor subunits and receptor-associated proteins. These receptor-associated proteins are essential for regulating receptor expression and functionality, allowing the company to innovate in the treatment of neurological diseases.
Slingshot Biosciences
Series A in 2023
Slingshot Biosciences develops engineered synthetic cells to accelerate drug research and enable diagnostics and therapeutics. The company creates next-generation cellular tools that aim to simplify complex experiments, improve data standardization in cell analysis, and provide cost-effective solutions for research programs. Its work includes aligning cellular properties such as forward and side scatter of white blood cells to enable more consistent measurements and faster interpretation. By removing cold-chain barriers, Slingshot Biosciences seeks to broaden access to advanced diagnostics and therapeutics, supporting programs focused on neglected and rare diseases. Operating in the industrial synthetic biology space, the company concentrates on practical cellular technologies that can shorten development timelines and reduce costs for researchers.
Paradigm is rebuilding the clinical research ecosystem by developing a platform that allows all patients equitable access to trials while improving trial efficiency and lowering barriers to participation for healthcare providers. It is an innovative company that is dedicated to transforming the clinical research ecosystem. Their mission is to create a more accessible and equitable healthcare system by developing a platform that enables patients from diverse backgrounds to participate in clinical trials.
Clinical trials are essential for testing and developing new drugs, therapies, and medical devices, but historically, they have been plagued by inefficiencies, barriers to access, and inequities in patient representation. Paradigm aims to solve these challenges by creating a platform that uses technology and data-driven insights to streamline the clinical trial process, making it more efficient, cost-effective, and inclusive.
The Paradigm platform is designed to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration among all stakeholders involved in clinical research, including patients, healthcare providers, pharmaceutical companies, and regulatory agencies. By leveraging technology such as AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics, Paradigm can identify and match eligible patients to clinical trials, streamline the recruitment and enrollment process, and provide real-time data insights to all stakeholders.
Overall, Paradigm's innovative approach to clinical research has the potential to revolutionize the healthcare industry by improving patient outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and accelerating the development of new treatments and therapies.
Akamis Bio
Debt Financing in 2023
Akamis Bio is a clinical-stage oncology company dedicated to improving cancer patient outcomes through its innovative Tumor-Specific Immuno-Gene Therapy (T-SIGn®) platform. The company develops therapeutics that enable the immune system to recognize and clear solid tumors.
Human Immunology Biosciences is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing precision therapies for immune-mediated diseases, particularly autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. The company is known for its lead product, felzartamab, a fully human anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody that targets and depletes CD38+ cells, including plasma and natural killer cells. This mechanism has shown promise in improving clinical outcomes across a range of immune-mediated disorders. By focusing on transformative biotechnology-based treatments, Human Immunology Biosciences aims to enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from these challenging conditions.
Neumora Therapeutics
Series B in 2022
Neumora Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing precision medicines for brain diseases by combining data science with neuroscience. Founded to address the global brain disease crisis, Neumora takes an innovative approach to treatment development. The company has established a robust therapeutic pipeline that includes seven clinical and preclinical neuroscience programs targeting novel mechanisms of action for various underserved neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders. Neumora plans to advance its pipeline further by initiating multiple clinical trials across its programs in the upcoming 12 to 18 months.
Elephas is a company focused on revolutionizing cancer treatment through its innovative live tumor imaging diagnostics platform. By leveraging advances in cancer biology, multimodal microscopy, engineering, and artificial intelligence, Elephas aims to enhance clinical decision-making and personalize therapy for cancer patients. The company's approach involves the use of human live tumor fragments, allowing clinicians to determine the most effective treatment strategies for individual patients. In doing so, Elephas not only seeks to improve patient outcomes but also to expedite the drug development process, addressing the significant challenges faced in oncology.
Autobahn Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2022
Autobahn Therapeutics develops brain-targeting, small molecule therapies for central nervous system disorders. Its lead program ABX-002 is a thyroid hormone receptor beta agonist being developed as an adjunctive treatment for mood disorders, including major depressive disorder and bipolar depression. The company emphasizes precision tuning of CNS exposure, validated clinical and biologic targets, and biomarker-guided development across neuropsychiatry, neurodegeneration, and neuroinflammation to address high unmet medical needs and improve patient outcomes.
Vilya is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative drugs that precisely target the underlying biology of diseases. By leveraging advanced computational techniques, Vilya aims to create a new class of medicines that can efficiently navigate uncharted chemical spaces and generate novel molecular structures. These structures, which are designed to possess essential drug-like properties, can range in size between small molecules and antibodies. Vilya's platform is engineered to improve the drug discovery process, enabling more effective treatments by facilitating the disruption of protein-protein interactions and ensuring optimal movement through biological membranes. Through its pioneering approach, Vilya is dedicated to advancing therapeutic options for patients.
Areteia Therapeutics
Series A in 2022
Areteia Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing oral therapies for eosinophilic asthma to improve disease control. The company was spun out of Knopp and is advancing an oral drug designed to inhibit eosinophil maturation, aiming to reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms of severe asthma. Phase 2 data from its program indicated the oral candidate lowers blood eosinophil counts, a marker associated with better lung function. By pursuing an oral, non-injectable treatment option, Areteia seeks to offer a convenient alternative to injectable therapies and broaden access for asthma patients. The company’s work centers on targeting eosinophil-related pathways to enhance asthma management and patient quality of life.
Pheast Therapeutics
Series A in 2022
Pheast Therapeutics is a cancer immunotherapy company developing macrophage-targeted therapies and innate immune checkpoint inhibitors to engage the body's innate immune response against cancer. The company focuses on agents that enhance macrophage phagocytosis and tumor cell elimination, including antibodies targeting CD24 to boost macrophage activity. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Pheast aims to offer innovative oncology treatments that complement existing therapies and improve patient outcomes.
Be Biopharma
Series B in 2022
Founded in 2020, Be Biopharma specializes in developing innovative therapeutics using engineered B-cells to treat diseases such as cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases. Its approach aims to overcome limitations of current cell and gene therapies.
Transcenta Holding
Post in 2021
Transcenta Holding is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that offers fully integrated capabilities in antibody discovery, research and development, manufacturing, and business development. The company concentrates on developing innovative antibody-based therapeutics for oncology and selected non-oncology indications, including bone and kidney disorders, with a pipeline that includes Osemitamab (TST001), TST002, TST003, TST006, MSB2311, MSB0254, TST808, and other candidates. Headquartered with multiple sites in China—Suzhou, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Beijing—and with research and development and operations in the United States at Waltham and Princeton, Transcenta operates as a global biotherapeutics business. Founded in 2019, the company aims to advance therapeutic antibodies through discovery, development, and manufacturing to address unmet patient needs. Its business scope encompasses clinical research and trial services alongside its development programs, positioning it to accelerate pipeline progress and collaborate on global opportunities.
Singleron Biotechnologies
Series B in 2021
Singleron Biotechnologies Ltd. is a molecular diagnostic company specializing in single cell sequencing solutions. Founded in 2018 and based in Nanjing, China, with additional offices and laboratories in Suzhou, the United States, and Germany, the firm develops a range of innovative products, including the Singleron Matrix automated instrument for high-density microwell processing and GEXSCOPE single cell RNA sequencing kits. The company also offers a microfluidic chip for cell partitioning, magnetic beads for cell barcoding, and tools for data analysis such as CeleScope and SynEcoSys, which facilitate the interpretation of single cell sequencing data. Singleron provides services in single cell RNA sequencing, single nucleus RNA sequencing, and bioinformatics analysis, aiming to advance clinical diagnosis, drug development, and health management. The company collaborates with research institutes, hospitals, and pharmaceutical firms primarily in China and the United States, leveraging its exclusive IP license from Yale University to enhance its innovative capabilities in single cell analysis.
Mozart Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
Mozart Therapeutics is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of disease-modifying therapies for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. It focuses on creating first-in-class CD8 Treg modulators to restore long-term immune balance and prevent progressive damage caused by autoreactive immune responses.
Slingshot Biosciences
Series A in 2021
Slingshot Biosciences develops engineered synthetic cells to accelerate drug research and enable diagnostics and therapeutics. The company creates next-generation cellular tools that aim to simplify complex experiments, improve data standardization in cell analysis, and provide cost-effective solutions for research programs. Its work includes aligning cellular properties such as forward and side scatter of white blood cells to enable more consistent measurements and faster interpretation. By removing cold-chain barriers, Slingshot Biosciences seeks to broaden access to advanced diagnostics and therapeutics, supporting programs focused on neglected and rare diseases. Operating in the industrial synthetic biology space, the company concentrates on practical cellular technologies that can shorten development timelines and reduce costs for researchers.
HiberCell
Series B in 2021
Founded in 2019, HiberCell is a biotechnology company based in New York. It develops therapeutics focused on preventing cancer relapse and metastasis by targeting adaptive stress pathways and immune modulation.
Interline Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
Interline Therapeutics is a drug discovery company that maps and modulates protein communities to reveal molecular mechanisms of disease and develop precision medicines. Using genomics, proteomics, structural biology, and computational chemistry, it analyzes signaling networks to identify genetically validated targets and design therapies that comprehensively correct dysfunctional protein communities. The company is based in South San Francisco and was established in 2020.
Ultivue develops multiplex biomarker assays for tissue phenotyping and digital pathology. Its products enable high-resolution fluorescent microscopy imaging, aiding life science research and potential clinical diagnostics.
Jaguar Gene Therapy
Series B in 2021
Jaguar Gene Therapy is developing gene therapy treatments for severe genetic diseases. Its clinical-stage pipeline focuses on neurodevelopmental disorders, Type 1 galactosemia, and Type 1 diabetes.
Interline Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2021
Interline Therapeutics is a drug discovery company that maps and modulates protein communities to reveal molecular mechanisms of disease and develop precision medicines. Using genomics, proteomics, structural biology, and computational chemistry, it analyzes signaling networks to identify genetically validated targets and design therapies that comprehensively correct dysfunctional protein communities. The company is based in South San Francisco and was established in 2020.
Excision BioTherapeutics
Series A in 2021
Excision BioTherapeutics Inc. is a life science company based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, established in 2015. The company is dedicated to the development and commercialization of gene editing therapeutics aimed at treating life-threatening diseases caused by neurotropic viruses. Utilizing CRISPR-based technology, Excision BioTherapeutics focuses on creating advanced gene-editing medicines that can eradicate or disrupt viral genes in human patients. The company's mission is to advance these therapeutics into safe and effective treatments, significantly improving the lives of individuals affected by viral infections globally.
EQRx, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, established in 2019. The company focuses on re-engineering the drug discovery and delivery process to provide a market-based solution to the escalating costs of medications. EQRx aims to enhance the efficiency and affordability of high-quality, patent-protected medicines by collaborating with various stakeholders across the healthcare system and leveraging advancements in science and technology. The company has developed a robust pipeline with over ten programs, including clinical and preclinical projects targeting oncology and immune-inflammatory conditions, featuring compounds such as Aumolertinib, Lerociclib, Sugemalimab, and Nofazinlimab.
Sonoma Biotherapeutics
Series A in 2020
Sonoma Biotherapeutics, Inc. is focused on developing adoptive T regulatory (Treg) cell therapies aimed at treating autoimmune and degenerative diseases. Established in 2019 and based in South San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Seattle, the company employs next-generation genome editing and target-specific cell therapy techniques to innovate in the field of Treg cell therapeutics. The firm aims to create disease-modifying and potentially curative therapies that promote self-tolerance and inhibit harmful inflammatory responses associated with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Alzheimer's disease. Founded by experts in Treg biology and cell therapy, Sonoma Biotherapeutics integrates advanced methodologies to enhance its therapeutic offerings.
Dewpoint Therapeutics
Series B in 2020
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Dewpoint Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to researching biomolecular condensates and cellular function. The company aims to develop innovative treatments for various diseases such as cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, immunology, cardiovascular conditions, women's health, and virology.
Singleron Biotechnologies
Series A in 2020
Singleron Biotechnologies Ltd. is a molecular diagnostic company specializing in single cell sequencing solutions. Founded in 2018 and based in Nanjing, China, with additional offices and laboratories in Suzhou, the United States, and Germany, the firm develops a range of innovative products, including the Singleron Matrix automated instrument for high-density microwell processing and GEXSCOPE single cell RNA sequencing kits. The company also offers a microfluidic chip for cell partitioning, magnetic beads for cell barcoding, and tools for data analysis such as CeleScope and SynEcoSys, which facilitate the interpretation of single cell sequencing data. Singleron provides services in single cell RNA sequencing, single nucleus RNA sequencing, and bioinformatics analysis, aiming to advance clinical diagnosis, drug development, and health management. The company collaborates with research institutes, hospitals, and pharmaceutical firms primarily in China and the United States, leveraging its exclusive IP license from Yale University to enhance its innovative capabilities in single cell analysis.
Autobahn Therapeutics
Series B in 2020
Autobahn Therapeutics develops brain-targeting, small molecule therapies for central nervous system disorders. Its lead program ABX-002 is a thyroid hormone receptor beta agonist being developed as an adjunctive treatment for mood disorders, including major depressive disorder and bipolar depression. The company emphasizes precision tuning of CNS exposure, validated clinical and biologic targets, and biomarker-guided development across neuropsychiatry, neurodegeneration, and neuroinflammation to address high unmet medical needs and improve patient outcomes.
JW Therapeutics
Series B in 2020
JW Therapeutics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is a biotechnology company based in Shanghai, China, specializing in the development, transformation, and promotion of cell-based immunotherapies. The company focuses on innovative therapies that utilize chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) technologies to enhance the body's immune response against cancer. JW Therapeutics is dedicated to creating transformative treatments for both hematological cancers and solid tumors, with its lead product candidate being relmacabtagene autoleucel, a CAR-T therapy targeting anti-CD19. By advancing these groundbreaking therapies, JW Therapeutics aims to improve survival rates and quality of life for cancer patients.
Erasca is a clinical-stage precision oncology company dedicated to discovering and developing therapies for patients with cancers driven by the RAS/MAPK pathway. Founded in 2018, the company's pipeline includes Naporafenib, ERAS-007, and ERAS-601, targeting various nodes of this pathway.
Aspen Neuroscience
Series A in 2020
Aspen Neuroscience develops autologous neuron replacement therapies based on induced pluripotent stem cells to treat neurological conditions, starting with Parkinson's disease. The company uses patient-specific restorative cell therapies by combining pluripotent stem cell biology with genomic approaches and artificial intelligence to address both sporadic and familial forms of Parkinson's disease, focusing on autologous neuron replacement to modify disease progression. Based in San Diego, California, the company is a development-stage biotechnology company pursuing expansion of its iPSC-based platform to other brain disorders.
CERo Therapeutics
Series A in 2020
CERo Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on cellular immunotherapy and next-generation engineered T cell therapeutics for cancer. It develops platforms that integrate innate and adaptive immune programs to enhance anti-tumor activity and engage the body's full immune repertoire. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Its lead product, CER-1236, is an autologous T-cell therapy targeting a novel tumor antigen, TIM-4 ligand.
Sonoma Biotherapeutics
Series A in 2020
Sonoma Biotherapeutics, Inc. is focused on developing adoptive T regulatory (Treg) cell therapies aimed at treating autoimmune and degenerative diseases. Established in 2019 and based in South San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Seattle, the company employs next-generation genome editing and target-specific cell therapy techniques to innovate in the field of Treg cell therapeutics. The firm aims to create disease-modifying and potentially curative therapies that promote self-tolerance and inhibit harmful inflammatory responses associated with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, multiple sclerosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Alzheimer's disease. Founded by experts in Treg biology and cell therapy, Sonoma Biotherapeutics integrates advanced methodologies to enhance its therapeutic offerings.
EQRx, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, established in 2019. The company focuses on re-engineering the drug discovery and delivery process to provide a market-based solution to the escalating costs of medications. EQRx aims to enhance the efficiency and affordability of high-quality, patent-protected medicines by collaborating with various stakeholders across the healthcare system and leveraging advancements in science and technology. The company has developed a robust pipeline with over ten programs, including clinical and preclinical projects targeting oncology and immune-inflammatory conditions, featuring compounds such as Aumolertinib, Lerociclib, Sugemalimab, and Nofazinlimab.
Omniome, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, that specializes in developing a proprietary DNA sequencing platform aimed at providing high accuracy in clinical sequencing. Founded in 2013, Omniome utilizes its Sequencing By Binding technology to enhance nucleotide and DNA matching, leveraging the natural matching capabilities of polymerases. This innovative approach allows researchers to achieve accurate and rapid sequencing results while maintaining low costs. The company's ambition is to become a leading name in DNA sequencing, particularly in advancing cancer diagnostics and improving outcomes in clinical settings.
Transcenta Holding
Series B in 2020
Transcenta Holding is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that offers fully integrated capabilities in antibody discovery, research and development, manufacturing, and business development. The company concentrates on developing innovative antibody-based therapeutics for oncology and selected non-oncology indications, including bone and kidney disorders, with a pipeline that includes Osemitamab (TST001), TST002, TST003, TST006, MSB2311, MSB0254, TST808, and other candidates. Headquartered with multiple sites in China—Suzhou, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Beijing—and with research and development and operations in the United States at Waltham and Princeton, Transcenta operates as a global biotherapeutics business. Founded in 2019, the company aims to advance therapeutic antibodies through discovery, development, and manufacturing to address unmet patient needs. Its business scope encompasses clinical research and trial services alongside its development programs, positioning it to accelerate pipeline progress and collaborate on global opportunities.
Epirium Bio
Series A in 2019
Epirium Bio, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing therapeutics for cardiovascular diseases, metabolic syndrome, and disorders characterized by mitochondrial dysfunction. Founded in 2008, the company leverages unique insights into mitochondrial biology and tissue regeneration to create a small molecule platform aimed at improving muscle strength and facilitating tissue regeneration. Epirium Bio's innovative approach addresses significant clinical needs in treating neuromuscular, neurodegenerative, and mitochondrial disorders, enabling healthcare providers to better support patients suffering from conditions such as muscular dystrophy.
Aspen Neuroscience
Seed Round in 2019
Aspen Neuroscience develops autologous neuron replacement therapies based on induced pluripotent stem cells to treat neurological conditions, starting with Parkinson's disease. The company uses patient-specific restorative cell therapies by combining pluripotent stem cell biology with genomic approaches and artificial intelligence to address both sporadic and familial forms of Parkinson's disease, focusing on autologous neuron replacement to modify disease progression. Based in San Diego, California, the company is a development-stage biotechnology company pursuing expansion of its iPSC-based platform to other brain disorders.
Boundless Bio
Series A in 2019
Boundless Bio develops innovative cancer therapeutics focused on understanding and treating previously untreatable cancers. It specializes in targeting extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA) biology, a key driver of aggressive cancers.
One BioMed
Series A in 2019
One BioMed is a life science company specializing in biomedical research and products. They offer DNA cartridge kits and RNA cartridge kits for molecular diagnostics.
Encoded Therapeutics
Series C in 2019
Encoded Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on precision gene therapies to treat a broad range of severe genetic disorders. It develops therapies and a platform that identifies human genome sequences that regulate gene expression using screening and computational approaches. The company's pipeline targets conditions across multiple pathways, including neurocircuitry, liver and metabolic disorders, neurodegeneration, and cardiovascular disease, aiming to help medical practitioners treat patients and improve outcomes. Based in South San Francisco, California, Encoded Therapeutics was founded in 2014 and was previously known as Encoded Genomics.
Ultivue develops multiplex biomarker assays for tissue phenotyping and digital pathology. Its products enable high-resolution fluorescent microscopy imaging, aiding life science research and potential clinical diagnostics.
Blackthorn Therapeutics
Series B in 2019
Blackthorn Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2013. The company focuses on developing precision medicine for neurobehavioral disorders, utilizing advances in computational and clinical neuroscience. By leveraging its proprietary computational platform, Blackthorn aims to address historical challenges in drug discovery by targeting dysfunctional brain circuits. This approach enables the identification of novel drug candidates and biologically-based patient subgroups that are most likely to respond to specific treatments. Through its innovative strategies, Blackthorn seeks to enhance the precision of therapeutic interventions for disorders of the central nervous system, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
LunaPBC
Venture Round in 2019
LunaPBC, Inc. is a Public Benefit Corporation based in San Diego, California, focused on developing a community-owned platform for health and DNA research. The company's primary offering is LunaDNA, a genomic and medical research knowledge database that enables individuals to share their health and DNA data for research purposes. This platform facilitates collaborations with pharmaceutical companies, insurance providers, and healthcare IT organizations to drive advancements in medical discoveries. By allowing members to contribute their health data, LunaPBC not only supports vital health research projects but also ensures that participants can share in the financial benefits arising from medical breakthroughs, fostering a sense of community ownership and engagement in the research process.
LunaDNA
Venture Round in 2019
LunaDNA is a community-owned genomic and medical research platform founded by the creators of a leading DNA sequencing company. It facilitates the sharing of health and DNA data, allowing individuals to contribute their personal information for medical research while maintaining ownership of their data. By incentivizing participation, LunaDNA addresses the challenge of data silos that have emerged as personal DNA sequencing has gained popularity. Participants are rewarded with shares in the database, granting them a stake in the profits generated from medical research. These profits are returned to the community as dividends when researchers pay for access to the data. LunaDNA empowers individuals to support health research while ensuring that their contributions benefit the broader community and drive medical discoveries.
Karuna Therapeutics
Series B in 2019
Karuna Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative treatments for psychiatric and neurological disorders. Its primary focus is on creating novel therapies to address disabling neuropsychiatric conditions, with a particular emphasis on schizophrenia and the behavioral symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
Erasca is a clinical-stage precision oncology company dedicated to discovering and developing therapies for patients with cancers driven by the RAS/MAPK pathway. Founded in 2018, the company's pipeline includes Naporafenib, ERAS-007, and ERAS-601, targeting various nodes of this pathway.
HiberCell
Series A in 2019
Founded in 2019, HiberCell is a biotechnology company based in New York. It develops therapeutics focused on preventing cancer relapse and metastasis by targeting adaptive stress pathways and immune modulation.
Transcenta Holding
Venture Round in 2019
Transcenta Holding is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that offers fully integrated capabilities in antibody discovery, research and development, manufacturing, and business development. The company concentrates on developing innovative antibody-based therapeutics for oncology and selected non-oncology indications, including bone and kidney disorders, with a pipeline that includes Osemitamab (TST001), TST002, TST003, TST006, MSB2311, MSB0254, TST808, and other candidates. Headquartered with multiple sites in China—Suzhou, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Beijing—and with research and development and operations in the United States at Waltham and Princeton, Transcenta operates as a global biotherapeutics business. Founded in 2019, the company aims to advance therapeutic antibodies through discovery, development, and manufacturing to address unmet patient needs. Its business scope encompasses clinical research and trial services alongside its development programs, positioning it to accelerate pipeline progress and collaborate on global opportunities.
Vir Biotechnology
Series B in 2019
Vir Biotechnology, Inc. is a clinical-stage immunology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing innovative therapeutic products aimed at treating and preventing serious infectious diseases. The company's pipeline includes several promising candidates, such as VIR-2218 and VIR-3434 for hepatitis B, VIR-2482 for influenza A, VIR-1111 for HIV, and VIR-2020 for tuberculosis. Vir Biotechnology employs advanced technologies and scientific expertise to manipulate immune responses and enhance pathogen-host interactions. The company has established various collaborations and agreements with notable organizations, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, National Institutes of Health, and Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, among others. Additionally, it has a manufacturing agreement with Samsung Biologics for the production of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies aimed at potential COVID-19 treatment. Through its innovative approaches, Vir Biotechnology aspires to significantly reduce the burden of infectious diseases in the future.
Lyell Immunopharma
Series A in 2018
Lyell Immunopharma Inc is a clinical-stage cell therapy company focused on developing innovative treatments for patients with solid tumors through T cell reprogramming. The company aims to overcome significant challenges in adoptive T cell therapy, specifically T cell exhaustion and loss of durable stemness, which impede effective and lasting responses in cancer treatment. Utilizing its proprietary platforms, Gen-R and Epi-R, Lyell is working to enhance the proliferative capacity, self-renewal, and differentiation abilities of T cells. The company's product pipeline includes several candidates, such as LYL797, LYL119, and LYL845, all designed to deliver improved and potentially curative outcomes for patients suffering from solid tumors.
KSQ Therapeutics
Series C in 2018
KSQ Therapeutics, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in precision functional genomics to discover innovative drug therapies. The company employs a novel approach to research and development that emphasizes de-risking prior to the creation of therapeutic candidates. Utilizing its proprietary CRISPRomicsâ„¢ drug discovery engine, KSQ Therapeutics has mapped the functions of human genes across various diseases, enhancing its understanding of disease biology. This comprehensive insight enables the identification and validation of high-confidence, patient-specific drug targets. As a result, the company is focused on developing medicines that have significant potential to improve patient outcomes and has established a pipeline of preclinical discovery programs.
Magnolia NeuroSciences
Series A in 2018
Magnolia Neurosciences Corporation is a New York-based company focused on drug discovery and development, specifically targeting neuroprotective therapies for central nervous system diseases and neurodegeneration. Established in 2018, the company aims to create proprietary small molecule therapeutics that prevent neuronal cell death, offering new treatment options for patients with neurodegenerative disorders and related conditions. Magnolia Neurosciences was founded to advance technologies developed at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Therapeutics Discovery Division and the Neurodegeneration Consortium. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to address significant medical needs in the field of neurology.
Karuna Therapeutics
Series A in 2018
Karuna Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative treatments for psychiatric and neurological disorders. Its primary focus is on creating novel therapies to address disabling neuropsychiatric conditions, with a particular emphasis on schizophrenia and the behavioral symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
Omniome, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, that specializes in developing a proprietary DNA sequencing platform aimed at providing high accuracy in clinical sequencing. Founded in 2013, Omniome utilizes its Sequencing By Binding technology to enhance nucleotide and DNA matching, leveraging the natural matching capabilities of polymerases. This innovative approach allows researchers to achieve accurate and rapid sequencing results while maintaining low costs. The company's ambition is to become a leading name in DNA sequencing, particularly in advancing cancer diagnostics and improving outcomes in clinical settings.
Gossamer Bio
Series B in 2018
Gossamer Bio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego that specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative therapeutic products targeting significant unmet medical needs. Founded by former executives from Receptos, the company focuses on areas such as immunology, inflammation, fibrosis, and oncology. Its pipeline includes several promising candidates: Seralutinib, aimed at addressing pulmonary arterial hypertension; GB004, for inflammatory bowel disease; GB1275, targeting various oncology indications; and GB001, designed for moderate-to-severe eosinophilic asthma. Gossamer Bio's strategy involves leveraging a rich in-licensing environment to enhance its therapeutic offerings, supported by a team recognized for their successful track record in drug development.
Qihan Biotech
Series A in 2018
Qihan Biotech is a biomedical company specializing in genetic technology with a focus on addressing the global shortage of organ donors. The company aims to produce safe and effective cells, tissues, and organs for human transplantation using advanced gene editing techniques. By applying these technologies to xenogenic organ transplantation, Qihan Biotech seeks to create organs that can be transplanted into humans, thereby reducing the need for traditional organ transplants and saving lives.
Nohla Therapeutics
Series B in 2018
Nohla Therapeutics, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in developing and manufacturing ex vivo expanded universal donor cellular therapies. The company's core technology enables the expansion of key cancer-fighting cells from umbilical cord blood, eliminating the need for HLA matching. Nohla offers programs such as Natural Killer (NK) cell therapy and Dilanubicel, a universal donor hematopoietic stem and progenitor cell product used for treating chemotherapy-induced neutropenia and other indications. Its products are manufactured and cryopreserved in advance, ensuring immediate availability for patient treatment.
Nohla Therapeutics
Series B in 2018
Nohla Therapeutics, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in developing and manufacturing ex vivo expanded universal donor cellular therapies. The company's core technology enables the expansion of key cancer-fighting cells from umbilical cord blood, eliminating the need for HLA matching. Nohla offers programs such as Natural Killer (NK) cell therapy and Dilanubicel, a universal donor hematopoietic stem and progenitor cell product used for treating chemotherapy-induced neutropenia and other indications. Its products are manufactured and cryopreserved in advance, ensuring immediate availability for patient treatment.
CStone Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2018
CStone Pharmaceuticals, founded in 2015, focuses on developing and commercializing innovative immunotherapy and precision treatment drugs for cancer patients worldwide. Its pipeline comprises over a dozen candidates targeting various indications, with immuno-oncology at its core.
LunaDNA
Venture Round in 2018
LunaDNA is a community-owned genomic and medical research platform founded by the creators of a leading DNA sequencing company. It facilitates the sharing of health and DNA data, allowing individuals to contribute their personal information for medical research while maintaining ownership of their data. By incentivizing participation, LunaDNA addresses the challenge of data silos that have emerged as personal DNA sequencing has gained popularity. Participants are rewarded with shares in the database, granting them a stake in the profits generated from medical research. These profits are returned to the community as dividends when researchers pay for access to the data. LunaDNA empowers individuals to support health research while ensuring that their contributions benefit the broader community and drive medical discoveries.
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.
Ultivue develops multiplex biomarker assays for tissue phenotyping and digital pathology. Its products enable high-resolution fluorescent microscopy imaging, aiding life science research and potential clinical diagnostics.
Gossamer Bio
Series A in 2018
Gossamer Bio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego that specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative therapeutic products targeting significant unmet medical needs. Founded by former executives from Receptos, the company focuses on areas such as immunology, inflammation, fibrosis, and oncology. Its pipeline includes several promising candidates: Seralutinib, aimed at addressing pulmonary arterial hypertension; GB004, for inflammatory bowel disease; GB1275, targeting various oncology indications; and GB001, designed for moderate-to-severe eosinophilic asthma. Gossamer Bio's strategy involves leveraging a rich in-licensing environment to enhance its therapeutic offerings, supported by a team recognized for their successful track record in drug development.
Scholar Rock
Series C in 2018
Scholar Rock is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative therapies targeting dysregulated growth factors in disease microenvironments. Its proprietary platform enables the creation of monoclonal antibodies that selectively modulate these proteins at the cellular level, potentially avoiding historical challenges associated with inhibiting growth factors. The company's lead product candidate, SRK-015, is a selective inhibitor of myostatin activation for treating neuromuscular disorders like spinal muscular atrophy.
Bio Palette
Seed Round in 2018
Bio Palette is a company focused on advancing gene-editing techniques and developing therapies through innovative technology. The firm operates a platform that combines genome editing with microbiome engineering, allowing for the cultivation of bacteria tailored through genetic modifications. This approach enables researchers to explore and test the potential of gene editing in various applications. Bio Palette categorizes its business development into three fields based on the types of cells targeted for genome editing, positioning itself at the forefront of biotechnology and therapeutic innovation.
Metacrine
Series B in 2017
Metacrine, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, established in 2014. It specializes in the discovery and development of innovative therapies aimed at treating liver and gastrointestinal diseases. The company is advancing a pipeline of drug candidates, with a primary focus on the farnesoid X receptor (FXR), a key target in managing various liver and GI disorders. Its lead candidates, MET409 and MET642, are currently in clinical trials to evaluate their efficacy in treating non-alcoholic steatohepatitis. Additionally, Metacrine collaborates with Novo Nordisk A/S to explore further research opportunities related to fibroblast growth factor 1. The company is committed to developing best-in-class therapies to improve patient outcomes in these challenging medical areas.
Codiak Biosciences
Series C in 2017
Codiak BioSciences is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing exosome-based therapeutics, a novel class of medicines with the potential to address various diseases with significant unmet medical needs. The company employs its proprietary engEx Platform, which allows for the engineering and manufacturing of exosomes, leveraging their natural role as intercellular messengers. Codiak's pipeline includes product candidates such as exoSTING and exoIL-12, targeting diverse therapeutic areas including oncology, neuro-oncology, neurology, neuromuscular diseases, and infectious diseases. Additionally, the company collaborates with the Ragon Institute to explore the potential of its exoVACC platform for vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 and HIV. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Codiak aims to transform therapeutic approaches by harnessing the unique properties of exosomes.
ImmusanT, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies and diagnostics for celiac disease. Founded in 2010, the company aims to restore immune tolerance to gluten in patients with this autoimmune disorder. Its primary product, Nexvax2, is a therapeutic vaccine designed to treat, prevent, and diagnose celiac disease. Additionally, ImmusanT is working on a functional T-cell test to facilitate the diagnosis and monitoring of immune tolerance in patients undergoing peptide-based therapy. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to enhance the management of celiac disease and potentially other autoimmune conditions.
KSQ Therapeutics
Series B in 2017
KSQ Therapeutics, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in precision functional genomics to discover innovative drug therapies. The company employs a novel approach to research and development that emphasizes de-risking prior to the creation of therapeutic candidates. Utilizing its proprietary CRISPRomicsâ„¢ drug discovery engine, KSQ Therapeutics has mapped the functions of human genes across various diseases, enhancing its understanding of disease biology. This comprehensive insight enables the identification and validation of high-confidence, patient-specific drug targets. As a result, the company is focused on developing medicines that have significant potential to improve patient outcomes and has established a pipeline of preclinical discovery programs.
Rodeo Therapeutics
Series A in 2017
Rodeo Therapeutics Corp. is a Seattle-based drug development company that focuses on creating novel small molecule therapies aimed at tissue repair and regeneration. Founded in 2017, the company targets specific biological pathways and enzyme mechanisms critical for healing. Its primary objectives include developing treatments for inflammatory bowel disease and enhancing blood cell reconstitution after bone marrow transplants. Rodeo's innovative approach involves increasing tissue levels of prostaglandin PGE2 by inhibiting the enzyme 15-PGDH, which has shown promise in protecting against colitis and promoting liver regeneration in various animal models. This research positions Rodeo Therapeutics to contribute significantly to the medical management of these conditions.
Bio Palette
Venture Round in 2017
Bio Palette is a company focused on advancing gene-editing techniques and developing therapies through innovative technology. The firm operates a platform that combines genome editing with microbiome engineering, allowing for the cultivation of bacteria tailored through genetic modifications. This approach enables researchers to explore and test the potential of gene editing in various applications. Bio Palette categorizes its business development into three fields based on the types of cells targeted for genome editing, positioning itself at the forefront of biotechnology and therapeutic innovation.
Sienna Biopharmaceuticals
Series B in 2017
Sienna Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that specializes in the development of innovative therapies for dermatological conditions. The company focuses on immunology and inflammation, targeting specific pathways in the skin. Its lead product candidates include SNA-120, a first-in-class inhibitor currently undergoing Phase IIb clinical trials for psoriasis and associated itching, and SNA-125, a dual Janus kinase 3 inhibitor in Phase I/II trials aimed at treating atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. Additionally, Sienna is developing SNA-001, a topical silver particle suspension in pivotal trials for acne treatment and the reduction of light-pigmented hair. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Westlake Village, California, Sienna Biopharmaceuticals has experienced significant operational challenges, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2019, which was later converted to Chapter 7. The company, previously known as Sienna Labs, Inc., rebranded in February 2016 to better reflect its focus on dermatology and aesthetics.
GRAIL focuses on developing technologies for early cancer detection. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in a pan-cancer screening test that measures circulating nucleic acids in blood using high-intensity sequencing.
Vir Biotechnology
Venture Round in 2017
Vir Biotechnology, Inc. is a clinical-stage immunology company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing innovative therapeutic products aimed at treating and preventing serious infectious diseases. The company's pipeline includes several promising candidates, such as VIR-2218 and VIR-3434 for hepatitis B, VIR-2482 for influenza A, VIR-1111 for HIV, and VIR-2020 for tuberculosis. Vir Biotechnology employs advanced technologies and scientific expertise to manipulate immune responses and enhance pathogen-host interactions. The company has established various collaborations and agreements with notable organizations, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, National Institutes of Health, and Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, among others. Additionally, it has a manufacturing agreement with Samsung Biologics for the production of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies aimed at potential COVID-19 treatment. Through its innovative approaches, Vir Biotechnology aspires to significantly reduce the burden of infectious diseases in the future.
ApoGen Biotechnologies
Series A in 2016
ApoGen Biotechnologies, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, established in 2014. The company specializes in developing innovative therapeutics aimed at addressing the challenges of drug resistance in cancer treatment. Recognizing that the mutation of cellular DNA is central to cancer progression, ApoGen focuses on therapies that target key drivers of genomic mutations and tumor evolution. By doing so, the company aims to slow or halt the ongoing mutations within cancer genomes, which are significant contributors to treatment failure, cancer recurrence, and metastasis. Through its advanced therapeutic approaches, ApoGen Biotechnologies seeks to improve outcomes for patients facing the complexities of cancer evolution and drug resistance.
Nohla Therapeutics
Series A in 2016
Nohla Therapeutics, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in developing and manufacturing ex vivo expanded universal donor cellular therapies. The company's core technology enables the expansion of key cancer-fighting cells from umbilical cord blood, eliminating the need for HLA matching. Nohla offers programs such as Natural Killer (NK) cell therapy and Dilanubicel, a universal donor hematopoietic stem and progenitor cell product used for treating chemotherapy-induced neutropenia and other indications. Its products are manufactured and cryopreserved in advance, ensuring immediate availability for patient treatment.
Unity Biotechnology
Series B in 2016
Unity Biotechnology is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing therapeutics that prevent, halt, or reverse age-related diseases. Its primary focus involves targeting senescent cells, designing senolytic medicines to clear these cells from the body while leaving normal cells unaffected. The company's pipeline includes UBX1325 for age-related eye diseases like diabetic macular edema.
Blackthorn Therapeutics
Series A in 2016
Blackthorn Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2013. The company focuses on developing precision medicine for neurobehavioral disorders, utilizing advances in computational and clinical neuroscience. By leveraging its proprietary computational platform, Blackthorn aims to address historical challenges in drug discovery by targeting dysfunctional brain circuits. This approach enables the identification of novel drug candidates and biologically-based patient subgroups that are most likely to respond to specific treatments. Through its innovative strategies, Blackthorn seeks to enhance the precision of therapeutic interventions for disorders of the central nervous system, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
Denali Therapeutics
Series B in 2016
Denali Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing therapies for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The company is advancing several therapeutic candidates, including LRRK2 inhibitors like DNL201 and DNL151 for Parkinson's disease, and DNL747, a RIPK1 inhibitor targeting Alzheimer's and ALS. Denali's innovative approaches also include enzyme replacement therapy for MPS II and antibody transport vehicle programs aimed at addressing alpha-synuclein and Tau pathology. Established in 2013 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Denali collaborates with notable organizations including Takeda, Genentech, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation to leverage research and development in the field of neurodegeneration. The company aims to translate scientific insights into effective treatments, contributing to the ongoing effort to combat these debilitating conditions.
Just - Evotec Biologics
Series A in 2016
Just Evotec Biologics, founded in 2014 and acquired by Evotec in 2019, specializes in the development of biotherapeutic technologies aimed at expanding global access to these treatments. The company leverages its expertise in antibody discovery, molecular design, and manufacturing processes to create innovative solutions that accelerate the development of biotherapeutics while significantly lowering manufacturing costs. Utilizing machine learning-driven technologies, Just Evotec Biologics provides clients with integrated designs that streamline the entire process from development to production, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of biologic therapies.