ARCH Venture Partners

Founded in 1986, ARCH Venture Partners is a venture capital firm specializing in investments that bring innovations in life sciences to market. It focuses on companies co-founded by scientists and entrepreneurs, with a strong track record in commercializing technologies from academic research institutions and national laboratories.

Brett Battles

Venture Partner

Jake Bauer

Venture Partner

Jacob Bauer

Venture Partner

Reetika Bhardwaj

Associate

Luciana Borio

Venture Partner

Kristina Burow

Managing Director

Keith Crandell

Managing Director

Kaye Foster

Venture Partner

Steven Gillis

Managing Director

Joseph Jeong

Venture Partner

Sean Kendall

Principal

Jay Kocherlakota

Senior Associate

Steven Lazarus

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Jonathan Lim

Venture Partner

Jay Markowitz

Partner

Mark McDonnell

Managing Director

Scott Minick

Venture Partner

Peter Mintun

Associate

Robert Nelsen

Managing Director

Ari Nowacek

Principal

Sabah Oney

Venture Partner

Jay Parrish

Venture Partner

Corey Ritter

Senior Associate

Vicki Sato

Venture Partner

George Scangos Ph.D

Venture Partner

Carol Suh

Partner

Paul Thurk

Managing Director Europe

Past deals in Genetics

Rhygaze

Series A in 2025
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.

bit.bio

Venture Round in 2024
Bit.bio specializes in applying computational principles to biology, focusing on developing a scalable platform capable of producing consistent batches of every human cell. This enables more accurate research, drug discovery, and cell therapy applications.

Egenesis

Series D in 2024
Egenesis is a biotechnology company focused on gene editing and genome engineering to develop human-compatible organs, tissues, and cells for transplantation. Its platform enables the creation of solid organs and therapeutic cells intended for transplantation, addressing the global organ shortage. The company pursues programs in kidney and islet cell transplantation and related regenerative approaches. It is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York.

Moleculent

Series A in 2024
Moleculent is a biotechnology company focused on advancing human health through technology-enabled products that utilize insights into the molecular basis of human biology. The company is dedicated to decoding human biology and aims to significantly enhance therapies and diagnostics by leveraging new scientific knowledge. Moleculent believes that a deeper understanding of molecular mechanisms, especially in relation to health and disease, will emerge over the next decade, paving the way for innovative healthcare solutions. Through its efforts, the company seeks to provide healthcare professionals with access to molecular science-based therapies and diagnostics that can improve patient care and outcomes.

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.

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.

Tome Biosciences

Series A in 2023
Tome Biosciences is a biotechnology company specializing in programmable gene insertion technology. Utilizing CRISPR, the company develops methods to insert genetic sequences of any size at various locations within any genome. This innovative approach aims to enhance the ability to detect and eliminate deoxyribonucleic acid from similar bacteriophages during infections. By advancing cell and genome engineering, Tome Biosciences seeks to provide effective therapeutic solutions for patients, paving the way for significant advancements in genetic medicine.

Paratus Sciences

Series A in 2023
Paratus Sciences focuses on advancing human health and health security by studying the biology of bats. It integrates cell biology, genomics, informatics, and large-scale data inputs to compare disease resistance patterns in bats with those in humans, aiming to develop therapeutics that mimic bats' adaptations.

Aera Therapeutics

Series B in 2023
Aera Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on advancing genetic medicines through its proprietary protein nanoparticle (PNP) delivery platform. This innovative platform utilizes endogenous human proteins derived from retroelements, which self-assemble into capsid-like structures capable of packaging and transferring nucleic acid cargo. By addressing the limitations of current delivery technologies, Aera aims to enhance the efficacy and reach of genetic therapies across various tissues and disease areas. Additionally, the company holds a licensed technology that features a therapeutic enzyme platform based on novel, compact, and programmable gene-editing enzymes, further expanding its capabilities in the field of genetic medicine.

Aera Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
Aera Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on advancing genetic medicines through its proprietary protein nanoparticle (PNP) delivery platform. This innovative platform utilizes endogenous human proteins derived from retroelements, which self-assemble into capsid-like structures capable of packaging and transferring nucleic acid cargo. By addressing the limitations of current delivery technologies, Aera aims to enhance the efficacy and reach of genetic therapies across various tissues and disease areas. Additionally, the company holds a licensed technology that features a therapeutic enzyme platform based on novel, compact, and programmable gene-editing enzymes, further expanding its capabilities in the field of genetic medicine.

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.

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.

SonoThera

Series A in 2022
SonoThera is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative genetic therapies using ultrasound technology. The company's mission is to create non-viral genetic medicines that address the root causes of human diseases. SonoThera specializes in ultrasound-guided nonviral gene therapy, aiming to provide effective treatments for conditions that currently have suboptimal or no available treatments. By leveraging this approach, SonoThera seeks to enhance the health and quality of life for millions of people worldwide.

LifeMine Therapeutics

Series C in 2022
LifeMine Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on the genomic discovery of new drug modalities derived from eukaryotic microbes, specifically fungi. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York, it employs an integrated drug discovery platform that combines genomics, artificial intelligence, and synthetic biology. LifeMine’s Avatar-Rx platform utilizes high-throughput microbiology, data science, genome engineering, and automation technologies to identify novel gene-encoded molecules (GEMs) with specific biological functions. The company emphasizes chemoinformatic-assisted drug optimization and advanced chemical synthesis, enabling the progression of new product candidates into development. Founded by experts in the field, LifeMine Therapeutics aims to innovate medicine through its unique approach to leveraging the fungal biosphere.

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.

ROME Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
ROME Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases. Founded in 2019, the company utilizes the repeatome, which encompasses extensive segments of genetic material previously regarded as "junk DNA," to identify new drug targets and advance multiple discovery programs. ROME Therapeutics has assembled a team of experts in oncology, immunology, virology, and machine learning to drive its research and development efforts, aiming to harness this uncharted area of biology for effective treatments. Through its work, ROME seeks to provide healthcare professionals with powerful new options for addressing complex medical challenges.

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.

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.

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.

LifeMine Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
LifeMine Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on the genomic discovery of new drug modalities derived from eukaryotic microbes, specifically fungi. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York, it employs an integrated drug discovery platform that combines genomics, artificial intelligence, and synthetic biology. LifeMine’s Avatar-Rx platform utilizes high-throughput microbiology, data science, genome engineering, and automation technologies to identify novel gene-encoded molecules (GEMs) with specific biological functions. The company emphasizes chemoinformatic-assisted drug optimization and advanced chemical synthesis, enabling the progression of new product candidates into development. Founded by experts in the field, LifeMine Therapeutics aims to innovate medicine through its unique approach to leveraging the fungal biosphere.

Encodia

Series C in 2020
Founded in San Diego, California in 2015, Encodia specializes in proteomics research. It develops scalable and parallelized approaches to protein analysis, aiming to accelerate novel disease treatments through personalized medicine.

Locanabio

Series B in 2020
Locanabio is a biotechnology company developing RNA-targeted gene therapies for underserved diseases, with a focus on neuromuscular, neurodegenerative, and retinal conditions. It employs an RNA-targeting platform to modify disease-causing RNA and correct aberrant transcripts, offering therapies distinct from DNA-based approaches. The company identifies target RNA sequences within transcripts and programs therapies to advance candidates for rare genetic neuromuscular, neurodegenerative, and retinal diseases. Located in San Diego, Locanabio aims to translate RNA-directed interventions into treatments for patients with severe conditions.

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.

bit.bio

Series A in 2020
Bit.bio specializes in applying computational principles to biology, focusing on developing a scalable platform capable of producing consistent batches of every human cell. This enables more accurate research, drug discovery, and cell therapy applications.

Verve Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Verve Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing genetic medicines for cardiovascular disease, aiming to transform treatment from chronic management to single-course gene editing therapies. It leverages human genetics analysis and gene-editing technology, with expertise in cardiovascular medicine, human genetics, gene editing, delivery technologies, drug development, and commercialization.

ROME Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
ROME Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases. Founded in 2019, the company utilizes the repeatome, which encompasses extensive segments of genetic material previously regarded as "junk DNA," to identify new drug targets and advance multiple discovery programs. ROME Therapeutics has assembled a team of experts in oncology, immunology, virology, and machine learning to drive its research and development efforts, aiming to harness this uncharted area of biology for effective treatments. Through its work, ROME seeks to provide healthcare professionals with powerful new options for addressing complex medical challenges.

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.

Omniome

Series C in 2020
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.

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.

Egenesis

Series B in 2019
Egenesis is a biotechnology company focused on gene editing and genome engineering to develop human-compatible organs, tissues, and cells for transplantation. Its platform enables the creation of solid organs and therapeutic cells intended for transplantation, addressing the global organ shortage. The company pursues programs in kidney and islet cell transplantation and related regenerative approaches. It is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York.

Prime Medicine

Series A in 2019
Prime Medicine is a biotechnology company focused on developing genetic therapies using its innovative Prime Editing technology. This next-generation gene editing method allows for precise "search and replace" modifications in the genome, aimed at restoring normal genetic function. The company targets a wide range of diseases with significant unmet medical needs, leveraging the efficiency and versatility of its gene editing capabilities to address the underlying causes of these conditions. Through its commitment to advancing gene editing, Prime Medicine seeks to transform the landscape of genetic medicine.

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.

Locanabio

Series A in 2019
Locanabio is a biotechnology company developing RNA-targeted gene therapies for underserved diseases, with a focus on neuromuscular, neurodegenerative, and retinal conditions. It employs an RNA-targeting platform to modify disease-causing RNA and correct aberrant transcripts, offering therapies distinct from DNA-based approaches. The company identifies target RNA sequences within transcripts and programs therapies to advance candidates for rare genetic neuromuscular, neurodegenerative, and retinal diseases. Located in San Diego, Locanabio aims to translate RNA-directed interventions into treatments for patients with severe conditions.

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.

Verve Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
Verve Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing genetic medicines for cardiovascular disease, aiming to transform treatment from chronic management to single-course gene editing therapies. It leverages human genetics analysis and gene-editing technology, with expertise in cardiovascular medicine, human genetics, gene editing, delivery technologies, drug development, and commercialization.

Beam Therapeutics

Series B in 2019
Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing precision genetic medicines using its proprietary base editing technology. Its focus includes therapies for hematological and genetic diseases, with ongoing programs targeting sickle cell disease, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and other serious conditions.

Maze Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
Maze Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing medicines that mimic the effects of rare, protective genetic variants to address unmet medical needs. Utilizing its Compass platform, the company identifies genetic variants associated with diseases and maps them to the biological pathways driving these conditions in specific patient populations.

Geneception

Series A in 2019
Geneception is a company focused on the development of breakthrough in gene and cell therapies that are fully-integrated.

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 CRISPRomics™ 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.

Omniome

Series B in 2018
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.

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.

AgBiome

Series C in 2018
AgBiome is a biotechnology company that develops biological products for agriculture by leveraging the plant-associated microbiome. It identifies plant microbes with potential to improve plant health, pest resistance, and yields, using genomics and screening technologies. The company builds a microbial collection and operates a platform to discover ingredients for agriculturally relevant applications, including fungicides and other biologics that target soil-borne diseases, insects, and nematodes. Through partnerships with agricultural players, AgBiome accelerates discovery and global deployment of solutions. It is based in Durham, North Carolina, with a state-of-the-art laboratory and greenhouse facility, and has a substantial research team.

Beam Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing precision genetic medicines using its proprietary base editing technology. Its focus includes therapies for hematological and genetic diseases, with ongoing programs targeting sickle cell disease, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and other serious conditions.

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.

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.

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.

AnchorDx

Series B in 2017
AnchorDx is a biotechnology company specializing in next-generation sequencing techniques, particularly through the use of molecular liquid biopsies. This innovative approach allows for non-invasive access to genetic information, enabling patients to gain insights into their physiological conditions and better prepare for potential health issues. With a core team boasting over 20 years of experience in cancer genomics, genetics, and bioinformatics, AnchorDx aims to lead in precision medicine by developing comprehensive clinical applications and research platforms. The company fosters collaborations with various stakeholders, including hospitals, research institutes, and third-party testing agencies, to create a complete industrial chain that facilitates the transformation of academic research into clinical products. Through its commitment to developing independent intellectual property and competitive clinical testing solutions, AnchorDx provides accurate and comprehensive services to patients, healthcare providers, and medical institutions.

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 CRISPRomics™ 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.

LifeMine Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
LifeMine Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on the genomic discovery of new drug modalities derived from eukaryotic microbes, specifically fungi. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York, it employs an integrated drug discovery platform that combines genomics, artificial intelligence, and synthetic biology. LifeMine’s Avatar-Rx platform utilizes high-throughput microbiology, data science, genome engineering, and automation technologies to identify novel gene-encoded molecules (GEMs) with specific biological functions. The company emphasizes chemoinformatic-assisted drug optimization and advanced chemical synthesis, enabling the progression of new product candidates into development. Founded by experts in the field, LifeMine Therapeutics aims to innovate medicine through its unique approach to leveraging the fungal biosphere.

Arbor Biotechnologies

Series A in 2017
Arbor Biotechnologies, Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, operates as a bio-discovery company in the biotechnology sector. The company focuses on developing genomic tools that enhance human health and sustainability. Utilizing a combination of artificial intelligence, genome sequencing, gene synthesis, and high-throughput screening, Arbor's platform accelerates the discovery of proteins and facilitates human diagnostic development. The technology aggregates genomic sequence data through AI and machine learning, enabling drug developers to replace entire genes and precisely correct mutations. This approach aims to streamline the development of curative treatments for previously incurable genetic diseases, ultimately improving the lives of patients affected by such 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.

Egenesis

Series A in 2017
Egenesis is a biotechnology company focused on gene editing and genome engineering to develop human-compatible organs, tissues, and cells for transplantation. Its platform enables the creation of solid organs and therapeutic cells intended for transplantation, addressing the global organ shortage. The company pursues programs in kidney and islet cell transplantation and related regenerative approaches. It is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with an additional office in New York.

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.

Genomics Medicine Ireland

Series A in 2016
Genomics Medicine Ireland is an Irish life sciences company conducting a substantial research study across Ireland. Its primary focus is to investigate the human genome, aiming to understand the relationship between genetics, health, and disease.

Codiak Biosciences

Series B in 2016
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.

Codiak Biosciences

Series A in 2015
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.

AgBiome

Series B in 2015
AgBiome is a biotechnology company that develops biological products for agriculture by leveraging the plant-associated microbiome. It identifies plant microbes with potential to improve plant health, pest resistance, and yields, using genomics and screening technologies. The company builds a microbial collection and operates a platform to discover ingredients for agriculturally relevant applications, including fungicides and other biologics that target soil-borne diseases, insects, and nematodes. Through partnerships with agricultural players, AgBiome accelerates discovery and global deployment of solutions. It is based in Durham, North Carolina, with a state-of-the-art laboratory and greenhouse facility, and has a substantial research team.

Arivale

Series B in 2015
Arivale Inc. is a wellness services provider that focuses on helping individuals optimize their health and prevent diseases through a scientific approach. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the company analyzes various aspects of an individual's health, including genetics, blood markers, microbiome data, and lifestyle choices. By combining this personalized data with tailored coaching and support from a clinical team, Arivale delivers actionable recommendations to enhance wellness. Their program not only empowers individuals to make informed decisions regarding diet and exercise but also contributes to a longitudinal dataset that aids in the discovery of innovative health improvement methods. Overall, Arivale is dedicated to providing a comprehensive and intimate view of well-being to enhance the quality of life for its members.

AgBiome

Venture Round in 2014
AgBiome is a biotechnology company that develops biological products for agriculture by leveraging the plant-associated microbiome. It identifies plant microbes with potential to improve plant health, pest resistance, and yields, using genomics and screening technologies. The company builds a microbial collection and operates a platform to discover ingredients for agriculturally relevant applications, including fungicides and other biologics that target soil-borne diseases, insects, and nematodes. Through partnerships with agricultural players, AgBiome accelerates discovery and global deployment of solutions. It is based in Durham, North Carolina, with a state-of-the-art laboratory and greenhouse facility, and has a substantial research team.

NextCODE Health

Series A in 2013
WuXi NextCODE operates as a clinical diagnostics company specializing in sequence-based genomics. The firm provides a platform that assists physicians in obtaining critical clinical insights, enabling rapid and accurate diagnoses for patients. Its services include genome interpretation, data analysis, and data mining, along with security and data protection measures. The company also offers custom integration services and both clinical-grade and non-clinical-grade sequencing. With technology developed over 16 years at deCODE genetics, WuXi NextCODE aims to facilitate the integration of genomic data into patient care and diagnosis. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company was acquired by WuXi AppTec in 2015 and has since focused on addressing the challenges of genome interpretation and big data in healthcare.

NextCODE Health

Series A in 2013
WuXi NextCODE operates as a clinical diagnostics company specializing in sequence-based genomics. The firm provides a platform that assists physicians in obtaining critical clinical insights, enabling rapid and accurate diagnoses for patients. Its services include genome interpretation, data analysis, and data mining, along with security and data protection measures. The company also offers custom integration services and both clinical-grade and non-clinical-grade sequencing. With technology developed over 16 years at deCODE genetics, WuXi NextCODE aims to facilitate the integration of genomic data into patient care and diagnosis. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company was acquired by WuXi AppTec in 2015 and has since focused on addressing the challenges of genome interpretation and big data in healthcare.

Boreal Genomics

Series C in 2013
Boreal Genomics Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in the development and marketing of technologies for the blood-based detection and monitoring of circulating tumor DNA. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Los Altos, California, with an additional office in Vancouver, Canada, the company focuses on improving cancer patient care through innovative diagnostic tools and research applications. Its OnTarget platform enables highly sensitive detection and quantification of tumor mutations in plasma, facilitating accurate tumor profiling and real-time monitoring of tumor evolution. Boreal Genomics also offers the Aurora tool, which purifies and concentrates nucleic acids from various sample types, enhancing the accuracy of sequencing in liquid biopsy applications. These technologies aim to guide therapy selection, improve the efficiency of clinical trials, and accelerate drug development processes.

AgBiome

Series A in 2013
AgBiome is a biotechnology company that develops biological products for agriculture by leveraging the plant-associated microbiome. It identifies plant microbes with potential to improve plant health, pest resistance, and yields, using genomics and screening technologies. The company builds a microbial collection and operates a platform to discover ingredients for agriculturally relevant applications, including fungicides and other biologics that target soil-borne diseases, insects, and nematodes. Through partnerships with agricultural players, AgBiome accelerates discovery and global deployment of solutions. It is based in Durham, North Carolina, with a state-of-the-art laboratory and greenhouse facility, and has a substantial research team.

bluebird bio

Series D in 2012
Bluebird Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing gene therapies to treat severe genetic and rare diseases. Its proprietary lentiviral vector platform enables the creation of potentially curative treatments by genetically modifying patients' cells to address the root cause of these conditions.

Groove Biopharma

Series B in 2011
Groove Biopharma focuses on the generation of novel microRNA (miRNA) therapeutics with improved properties, including higher potency and enhanced pharmacodynamic activity. Endogenous microRNAs (miRNAs) are involved in extensive regulatory networks for many target genes and pathways. Groove Biopharma’s core technology addresses a new avenue of nucleotide therapeutic drug discovery via modulation of cellular miRNA. Using exclusive technology, Groove Biopharma is generating a series of lead candidates with the potential to be best-in-class therapeutics. By incorporating proprietary structural modifications into miRNA therapeutics, the Groove Biopharma technology platform presents promising potential for treating a wide range of diseases, including cancer, fibrosis, and infectious disease.

Agios Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2011
Agios Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing targeted therapies in the field of cellular metabolism. It discovers and develops medicines for various indications, including hematologic malignancies, solid tumors, and rare genetic diseases.

bluebird bio

Series C in 2011
Bluebird Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing gene therapies to treat severe genetic and rare diseases. Its proprietary lentiviral vector platform enables the creation of potentially curative treatments by genetically modifying patients' cells to address the root cause of these conditions.

Groove Biopharma

Series A in 2010
Groove Biopharma focuses on the generation of novel microRNA (miRNA) therapeutics with improved properties, including higher potency and enhanced pharmacodynamic activity. Endogenous microRNAs (miRNAs) are involved in extensive regulatory networks for many target genes and pathways. Groove Biopharma’s core technology addresses a new avenue of nucleotide therapeutic drug discovery via modulation of cellular miRNA. Using exclusive technology, Groove Biopharma is generating a series of lead candidates with the potential to be best-in-class therapeutics. By incorporating proprietary structural modifications into miRNA therapeutics, the Groove Biopharma technology platform presents promising potential for treating a wide range of diseases, including cancer, fibrosis, and infectious disease.

Elixir Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2009
Elixir Pharmaceuticals is a pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel pharmaceuticals for the treatment of metabolic diseases such as diabetes and obesity. The Company's scientific founders identified that interactions between specific genes and enzymes can slow the aging process, and they are developing compounds that stimulate these interactions and will be used to treat a range of diseases of aging, including metabolic disease.

Agios Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2008
Agios Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing targeted therapies in the field of cellular metabolism. It discovers and develops medicines for various indications, including hematologic malignancies, solid tumors, and rare genetic diseases.

PhaseRx

Series A in 2008
PhaseRx is a Seattle-based biopharmaceutical startup focused on developing intracellular enzyme replacement therapies for inherited liver diseases using its proprietary Hybrid mRNA Technology platform. This platform enables the synthesis of missing enzymes within cells, targeting three urea cycle disorders: ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency (OTCD), argininosuccinate lyase deficiency (ASL deficiency), and argininosuccinate synthetase deficiency (ASS1 deficiency). The company was founded by industry veterans and renowned academics, attracting top-tier venture capital investments.

Elixir Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2006
Elixir Pharmaceuticals is a pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel pharmaceuticals for the treatment of metabolic diseases such as diabetes and obesity. The Company's scientific founders identified that interactions between specific genes and enzymes can slow the aging process, and they are developing compounds that stimulate these interactions and will be used to treat a range of diseases of aging, including metabolic disease.

Elixir Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2003
Elixir Pharmaceuticals is a pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel pharmaceuticals for the treatment of metabolic diseases such as diabetes and obesity. The Company's scientific founders identified that interactions between specific genes and enzymes can slow the aging process, and they are developing compounds that stimulate these interactions and will be used to treat a range of diseases of aging, including metabolic disease.

Illumina

Venture Round in 2000
Illumina develops and sells advanced genomic sequencing tools and workflows used in research, clinical laboratories, and industry. It provides high-throughput sequencing instruments, consumables, and services that enable whole genome sequencing in humans and other organisms, as well as lower-throughput applications for targeted analysis such as viral and cancer screening. The company's technology supports analysis of DNA, RNA, and protein to study genetic variation and function, facilitating disease research, drug development, and molecular diagnostics in clinical settings. It emphasizes scalable, flexible solutions and strong customer service, aiming to advance personalized medicine through rapid delivery of innovative sequencing and analysis capabilities. In addition to sequencing, Illumina offers microarrays that enable cost-effective screening for consumer and agricultural applications, contributing to a broad portfolio across life sciences.
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