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CMIC Holdings
Acquisition in 2025
CMIC Holdings is a Japan-based company founded in 1992 and headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo. It operates primarily as a contract research organization (CRO) and offers a diverse range of services tailored to the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. These services include contract development and manufacturing (CDMO), contract sales organization (CSO) support, and innovative pharmaceutical models (IPM). CMIC specializes in various aspects of pharmaceutical management, encompassing data management, statistical analysis, medical consulting, medical writing, auditing, and analytical testing. Additionally, the company plays a vital role in facilitating clinical trials and providing human resource services, as well as sales and marketing support, thereby contributing significantly to advancements in medical and healthcare fields.
Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma
Acquisition in 2025
Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Osaka, Japan, that manufactures and sells a diverse range of drugs across Japan, Europe, North America, and other Asian countries. The company focuses on developing treatments for various medical conditions, including immuno-inflammation, diabetes, kidney diseases, and central nervous system disorders. Its notable products include Simponi for rheumatoid arthritis, multiple diabetes treatments such as Canaglu and Invokana, Radicava for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Gilenya for multiple sclerosis. Additionally, Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma offers vaccines, including influenza and varicella vaccines, and over-the-counter products. The company collaborates with several organizations to enhance its research and development capabilities. Founded in 1678, it operates as a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation.
Angitia Biopharmaceuticals
Series C in 2024
Angitia Biopharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative therapeutics for serious musculoskeletal diseases. The company focuses on researching and creating breakthrough therapies aimed at treating conditions affecting bones, muscles, and joints. By prioritizing the development of novel drugs, Angitia Biopharmaceuticals aims to improve patient outcomes and facilitate recovery from severe musculoskeletal ailments.
Imperative Care
Series E in 2024
Imperative Care focuses on developing a portfolio of innovative solutions to address the vast and urgent unmet needs in stroke care. It focuses on medical technology designed to expedite and improve the effectiveness of treatment, giving patients a chance for optimal recovery.
Areteia Therapeutics
Series A in 2024
Areteia Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to putting asthma patients in better control of their disease. The company was spun out of Pennsylvania-based Knopp, which published results from its phase 2 clinical trial last year that showed its oral drug candidate could reduce the count of blood eosinophil, which is an indication of improving lung function and is found in several asthma-related treatments.
Solid Biosciences
Post in 2024
Solid Biosciences Inc. is a life science company focused on developing therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a severe genetic muscle-wasting disease primarily affecting boys. The company's lead product candidate, SGT-001, is a gene transfer therapy currently undergoing a Phase I/II clinical trial aimed at restoring functional dystrophin protein expression in patients’ muscles. DMD is a progressive and ultimately fatal condition, with an estimated prevalence of 10,000 to 15,000 cases in the United States. In addition to SGT-001, Solid Biosciences is advancing the Anti-LTBP4 program, which targets the LTBP4 protein to reduce fibrosis and inflammation. The company also develops biomarkers, sensors, and the Solid Suit program, which includes wearable assistive devices designed to provide functional and therapeutic benefits. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solid Biosciences collaborates with Ultragenyx to enhance its gene therapy initiatives for DMD.
Syros Pharmaceuticals
Post in 2023
Syros Pharmaceuticals is a life sciences company that is focused on treating disease by mapping gene regulatory circuits and modulating the factors that regulate gene expression. Syros has pioneered world-leading gene control research and drug discovery capabilities with a proven ability to integrate disease biology and genomic data--a proficiency that is not well represented in pharmaceutical R&D. Central to the Syros approach is a proprietary platform of carefully integrated assay technologies, bioinformatics, and biologic insights developed by members of Syros' senior leadership. While this scientific approach has applications in many therapeutic areas, Syros has demonstrated success initially in oncology, where it may help address numerous unmet medical needs.
Aiolos Bio
Series A in 2023
Long Description: Aiolos Bio is a biotech company focused on developing therapies for respiratory diseases like asthma as well as other immune conditions. The company is initially focused on advancing AIO-001, a monoclonal antibody therapy for moderate-to-severe asthma that only requires dosing every 6 months. Aiolos Bio was founded by an accomplished team with decades of drug development experience and leadership in the biotech industry.
Nimbus Therapeutics
Private Equity Round in 2023
Nimbus Therapeutics, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing innovative medicines for serious diseases, including metabolic disorders, cancer, and immune-inflammatory conditions. The company utilizes advanced computational technologies to create selective and potent small-molecule therapeutics. Among its notable projects is the Nimbus Apollo program, which features the lead candidate NDI-010976, an allosteric inhibitor targeting Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase (ACC). This compound is being developed for the treatment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and has potential applications in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and other diseases. NDI-010976 received Fast Track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2016, highlighting its significance in the clinical development pipeline. Nimbus Therapeutics has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its research and development capabilities, reinforcing its commitment to advancing treatment options for complex health challenges.
Pharvaris
Post in 2023
Pharvaris is a clinical-stage company dedicated to the discovery and development of therapies for rare diseases, particularly focusing on hereditary angioedema (HAE) and other conditions mediated by bradykinin. The company is advancing an oral bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist, with its lead candidate, PHA121, currently undergoing Phase 1 clinical trials. Pharvaris aims to provide new treatment options that offer alternatives to injected therapies for all sub-types of HAE. The company was co-founded by key individuals involved in the development of icatibant, a previously established treatment for HAE, ensuring a strong foundation in this therapeutic area.
Alkeus Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2023
Alkeus Pharmaceuticals is a Boston-based clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing treatments for serious and untreatable ophthalmic conditions. The company's primary focus is on its lead drug candidate, an orally delivered compound aimed at addressing Stargardt disease and age-related macular degeneration. This innovative treatment has the potential to help medical professionals manage symptoms of irreversible vision loss early in life, offering hope to patients affected by these debilitating eye diseases.
Disc Medicine
Post in 2023
Disc Medicine, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2017. The company focuses on developing human genetics-based therapeutics aimed at addressing ineffective red blood cell production in hematologic diseases. Its innovative pipeline includes therapies such as bitopertin for treating erythropoietic porphyrias and Diamond-Blackfan anemia. Disc Medicine targets the hepcidin metabolism axis and aims to modify fundamental biological pathways related to red blood cell formation and function, including heme biosynthesis and iron homeostasis. Through its portfolio of clinical and preclinical product candidates, the company strives to transform the lives of patients suffering from severe hematologic disorders.
New Amsterdam Pharma
Post in 2022
NewAmsterdam Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for cardio-metabolic diseases. The company aims to enhance patient care for individuals with metabolic disorders by addressing the shortcomings of currently available treatments. Its leading product, obicetrapib, is a next-generation, oral, low-dose CETP inhibitor designed to effectively lower LDL cholesterol levels while potentially overcoming the limitations associated with existing therapies.
Emalex Biosciences
Series D in 2022
Emalex Biosciences is a biotechnology startup focused on developing innovative treatments for central nervous system (CNS) disorders and rare neurological conditions. Founded in 2018 by Jeff Aronin, the company is advancing its lead candidate, Ecopipam, which has been explored as a potential therapy for various CNS disorders, including pediatric Tourette Syndrome and fluency disorders. Emalex aims to address the needs of patients with rare diseases that currently have limited or no treatment options, collaborating with patient advocacy organizations and medical researchers to facilitate the development of effective biopharmaceutical therapies.
Solid Biosciences
Post in 2022
Solid Biosciences Inc. is a life science company focused on developing therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a severe genetic muscle-wasting disease primarily affecting boys. The company's lead product candidate, SGT-001, is a gene transfer therapy currently undergoing a Phase I/II clinical trial aimed at restoring functional dystrophin protein expression in patients’ muscles. DMD is a progressive and ultimately fatal condition, with an estimated prevalence of 10,000 to 15,000 cases in the United States. In addition to SGT-001, Solid Biosciences is advancing the Anti-LTBP4 program, which targets the LTBP4 protein to reduce fibrosis and inflammation. The company also develops biomarkers, sensors, and the Solid Suit program, which includes wearable assistive devices designed to provide functional and therapeutic benefits. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solid Biosciences collaborates with Ultragenyx to enhance its gene therapy initiatives for DMD.
Nimbus Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2022
Nimbus Therapeutics, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing innovative medicines for serious diseases, including metabolic disorders, cancer, and immune-inflammatory conditions. The company utilizes advanced computational technologies to create selective and potent small-molecule therapeutics. Among its notable projects is the Nimbus Apollo program, which features the lead candidate NDI-010976, an allosteric inhibitor targeting Acetyl-CoA Carboxylase (ACC). This compound is being developed for the treatment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and has potential applications in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and other diseases. NDI-010976 received Fast Track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2016, highlighting its significance in the clinical development pipeline. Nimbus Therapeutics has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its research and development capabilities, reinforcing its commitment to advancing treatment options for complex health challenges.
JenaValve Technology
Series C in 2022
JenaValve Technology, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the development and manufacturing of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems designed for patients with severe aortic stenosis and aortic regurgitation. The company's flagship product, the Trilogy Heart Valve System, features a porcine pericardial trileaflet valve mounted on a self-expanding nitinol frame, which allows for both transapical and transfemoral implantation. This innovative system is particularly aimed at high-risk patients and has received CE Mark approval, as well as Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to expedite its review process in the United States. JenaValve operates from its headquarters in Irvine, California, with additional facilities in Munich, Germany, and Leeds, United Kingdom. The company aims to transform the treatment landscape for heart valve diseases through its advanced technologies.
Areteia Therapeutics
Series A in 2022
Areteia Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to putting asthma patients in better control of their disease. The company was spun out of Pennsylvania-based Knopp, which published results from its phase 2 clinical trial last year that showed its oral drug candidate could reduce the count of blood eosinophil, which is an indication of improving lung function and is found in several asthma-related treatments.
Annexon Biosciences
Post in 2022
Annexon Biosciences is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for patients suffering from classical complement-mediated disorders affecting the body, brain, and eye. The company's research is centered around its platform technology that targets classical complement-mediated autoimmune and neurodegenerative diseases associated with the abnormal activation of C1q, a key molecule in the classical complement pathway. Annexon's lead product candidate, ANX005, is a full-length monoclonal antibody intended for intravenous use in treating autoimmune and neurodegenerative disorders. Another candidate, ANX007, is a monoclonal antibody Fab formulated for intravitreal administration aimed at neurodegenerative ophthalmic conditions. The company employs a disciplined, biomarker-driven development strategy to ensure its therapies effectively engage the target at tolerable doses within the intended patient tissues, while also exploring additional indications within both orphan and larger market segments.
Athenahealth
Acquisition in 2021
Athenahealth is a leading provider of internet-based business services for physician practices. The Company's service offerings are based on proprietary web-native practice management and electronic health record (EHR) software, a continuously updated payer knowledge-base, integrated back-office service operations, and live patient communications services.
InnovaCare Health
Acquisition in 2021
InnovaCare, Inc. is a leading provider of managed healthcare services in North America. Through two primary avenues of care, Provider Networks and Medicare Advantage, we are committed to quality healthcare by creating models that are sustainable, cost-effective and fully integrated with advanced technologies. Our Mission: InnovaCare, Inc. is redefining healthcare management to meet the challenges of today’s complex healthcare environment. Our Vision: Focused on strong patient-provider relationships, InnovaCare and its subsidiaries builds sustainable models of managed care that are coordinated, cost-effective, innovative and driven by quality. Our Values: At InnovaCare, we believe: - Patients come first. - Quality medical care is the end goal of everything we do. - Strong patient-provider relationships lead to healthier outcomes and enhanced quality of life. - Innovative medical practices and networks are driven by leading physicians, quality care, efficiency, sustainability and by strong physicians who lead them. - Growth as an organization requires experienced leadership, achievement of results-oriented goals and corporate integrity. - Healthcare management works best when stakeholders are held accountable to high standards of transparency and quality. - Teams make the most impact through pursuit of a clear vision, effective communication and a willingness to find solutions to tough challenges.
Cardurion Pharmaceuticals
Venture Round in 2021
Cardurion Pharmaceuticals, LLC is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, established in 2017. The company specializes in developing innovative therapeutics aimed at treating heart failure and other cardiovascular diseases. Cardurion is advancing clinical programs that focus on inhibiting PDE9 and CaMKII, utilizing its knowledge of cardiovascular signaling pathways to meet significant patient needs in this area.
Imperative Care
Series D in 2021
Imperative Care focuses on developing a portfolio of innovative solutions to address the vast and urgent unmet needs in stroke care. It focuses on medical technology designed to expedite and improve the effectiveness of treatment, giving patients a chance for optimal recovery.
Nautilus Biotechnology
Post in 2021
Born from the founders’ recognition that their diverse but complementary skills and experiences would enable them to successfully address challenges that others had not, the company set about solving a vexing problem: how to bring true proteomics to the world in a way that accelerates therapeutic development, dramatically improves medical diagnostics, and makes personalized and predictive medicine a reality. The extraordinary team at Nautilus represents a wide spectrum of disciplines and expertise, including protein chemists, chip designers, molecular biologists, data scientists, material scientists, biophysicists, optical engineers, microfluidics engineers, bioinformaticists, software engineers, and more. Nautilus is positioned to revolutionize proteomics, transform the way drugs are developed, and significantly improve the way human health is managed.
ConvenientMD
Private Equity Round in 2021
ConvenientMD LLC is an urgent care provider that offers a wide range of medical services for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, the company caters to patients seeking treatment for conditions such as sprains, fractures, cuts, colds, bronchitis, and urinary tract infections. Additionally, ConvenientMD provides preventive care services, including physicals, immunizations, and on-site prescriptions, as well as X-ray and lab services. Patients can access care without appointments from 8 am to 8 pm, seven days a week, with the expectation of being treated within an hour. The organization emphasizes quality care and customer service, employing a fully equipped medical team at its locations across New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts, with plans for further expansion in New England.
ViaCyte
Series D in 2021
ViaCyte is a preclinical therapeutic company specializing in regenerative medicine therapies for diabetes. Their therapy is based on the differentiation of stem cells into pancreatic beta-cell precursors, with subcutaneous implantation in an encapsulation device. Data in their publications demonstrate that these cells can produce therapeutically relevant levels of insulin in response to blood glucose, and sustain diabetic animals. Their goal is a product which can free both Type 1 and Type 2 patients with diabetes from insulin dependence on a long-term basis, while reducing or eliminating hypoglycemic, microvasculature, and weight-related cardiovascular complications.
Cerevel Therapeutics
Post in 2021
Cerevel Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for neuroscience diseases. Established in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company is advancing a diversified pipeline that includes several clinical-stage investigational therapies targeting conditions such as schizophrenia, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and substance use disorder. Notable products in development include CVL-231, a positive allosteric modulator currently in Phase Ib trials for schizophrenia, and CVL-865, also a positive allosteric modulator, which is in Phase II trials for drug-resistant focal onset seizures. Additionally, Tavapadon, a selective dopamine D1/D5 partial agonist, is in a Phase III program for Parkinson's disease, while CVL-936, a selective dopamine D3-preferring antagonist, is undergoing Phase I trials for substance use disorder. The company is also engaged in preclinical research aiming to address various neuroscience indications, leveraging expertise in neurocircuitry and receptor selectivity.
Oncopeptides
Post in 2021
Oncopeptides is a biotech company dedicated to the research, development, and commercialization of therapies for challenging hematological diseases. The company is advancing its lead compound, melflufen, a peptide-conjugated alkylator that falls under a new class of drugs called Peptidase Enhanced Compounds. Melflufen is designed to selectively deliver cytotoxic agents directly to cancer cells, thereby enhancing treatment efficacy. Currently, it is undergoing Phase 2 efficacy studies for patients with relapsed and relapsed-refractory multiple myeloma. The unique mechanism of melflufen allows for targeted delivery, as it accumulates in diseased cells, resulting in rapid and irreversible DNA damage through alkylation. This focused approach aims to improve treatment outcomes for patients with difficult-to-treat hematological cancers.
River 3 Renal
Series A in 2021
River 3 Renal is a developer of novel therapies designed to target orphan diseases in the renal space. The company's technology has the potential to address the unmet need in several kidney diseases, by further improving the standard of care, enabling medical practitioners to treat patients in a better way. River 3 Renal was established in 2020 in New York, USA.
EQRx
Series B in 2021
EQRx, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on transforming the drug discovery and delivery process to address the rising costs of medicines. Founded in 2019, EQRx aims to provide a market-based solution by leveraging advances in science and technology while collaborating with various healthcare stakeholders. The company has over ten programs in its pipeline targeting oncology and immune-inflammatory conditions, which include clinical and preclinical stages, as well as drug engineering initiatives. Among its key programs are Aumolertinib, Lerociclib, Sugemalimab, and Nofazinlimab. Through its innovative approach, EQRx seeks to develop high-quality, patent-protected medicines more efficiently and cost-effectively than traditional pharmaceutical methods.
Solid Biosciences
Post in 2020
Solid Biosciences Inc. is a life science company focused on developing therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a severe genetic muscle-wasting disease primarily affecting boys. The company's lead product candidate, SGT-001, is a gene transfer therapy currently undergoing a Phase I/II clinical trial aimed at restoring functional dystrophin protein expression in patients’ muscles. DMD is a progressive and ultimately fatal condition, with an estimated prevalence of 10,000 to 15,000 cases in the United States. In addition to SGT-001, Solid Biosciences is advancing the Anti-LTBP4 program, which targets the LTBP4 protein to reduce fibrosis and inflammation. The company also develops biomarkers, sensors, and the Solid Suit program, which includes wearable assistive devices designed to provide functional and therapeutic benefits. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solid Biosciences collaborates with Ultragenyx to enhance its gene therapy initiatives for DMD.
Syros Pharmaceuticals
Post in 2020
Syros Pharmaceuticals is a life sciences company that is focused on treating disease by mapping gene regulatory circuits and modulating the factors that regulate gene expression. Syros has pioneered world-leading gene control research and drug discovery capabilities with a proven ability to integrate disease biology and genomic data--a proficiency that is not well represented in pharmaceutical R&D. Central to the Syros approach is a proprietary platform of carefully integrated assay technologies, bioinformatics, and biologic insights developed by members of Syros' senior leadership. While this scientific approach has applications in many therapeutic areas, Syros has demonstrated success initially in oncology, where it may help address numerous unmet medical needs.
Pharvaris
Series C in 2020
Pharvaris is a clinical-stage company dedicated to the discovery and development of therapies for rare diseases, particularly focusing on hereditary angioedema (HAE) and other conditions mediated by bradykinin. The company is advancing an oral bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist, with its lead candidate, PHA121, currently undergoing Phase 1 clinical trials. Pharvaris aims to provide new treatment options that offer alternatives to injected therapies for all sub-types of HAE. The company was co-founded by key individuals involved in the development of icatibant, a previously established treatment for HAE, ensuring a strong foundation in this therapeutic area.
AavantiBio
Series A in 2020
AavantiBio, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Gainesville, Florida, focused on developing gene transfer and gene editing therapies for rare genetic diseases. Established in 2019, the company primarily targets Friedreich’s Ataxia, a severe inherited condition that leads to significant cardiac and central nervous system dysfunction. In addition to addressing this specific disorder, AavantiBio is advancing a pipeline of innovative gene therapies aimed at treating various autoimmune diseases and other conditions with unmet medical needs. Through its commitment to research and development, the company seeks to improve the lives of patients affected by these debilitating genetic disorders.
Atea Pharmaceuticals
Series D in 2020
Atea Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that focuses on discovering and developing antiviral therapies for severe viral infections. The company's lead candidate, AT-527, is an antiviral agent currently undergoing phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2. Additionally, Atea is developing several other product candidates, including AT-787, which is in phase 2 trials for hepatitis C, and AT-752 for dengue. Other candidates, such as AT-889 and AT-934, are also in phase 2 clinical trials targeting respiratory syncytial virus. Established in 2014, Atea Pharmaceuticals aims to improve treatment options for patients suffering from serious viral infections.
Affinivax
Series B in 2020
Affinivax, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Lexington, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative vaccines using its proprietary Multiple Antigen Presenting System (MAPS) technology. This approach allows for the combination of protective polysaccharides and proteins into a single vaccine, thereby enhancing immune responses against a variety of infectious diseases affecting both children and adults. Affinivax targets several significant pathogens, including Streptococcus pneumoniae, bacterial nosocomial infections, Salmonella typhi, and Staphylococcus aureus. The company aims to create vaccines that not only provide broader disease coverage compared to existing options but also address infectious diseases lacking effective immunization strategies. Founded in 2014, Affinivax benefits from the expertise of leading professionals in infectious diseases and vaccines, and it has received backing from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, along with an exclusive license from Boston Children’s Hospital for its MAPS technology.
Mersana Therapeutics
Post in 2020
Mersana Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for cancer treatment. The company utilizes its proprietary biodegradable polymer platform, Dolaflexin, to create a pipeline of ADC product candidates aimed at addressing oncology indications with significant unmet needs. Its lead candidate, XMT-1536, is currently in Phase I clinical trials targeting NaPi2b for the treatment of ovarian cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and other rare conditions. Mersana is also advancing additional candidates, including XMT-1660, targeting B7-H4, and XMT-2056, a STING agonist ADC, both designed to improve tolerability and therapeutic outcomes. The company has established strategic partnerships with Merck KGaA and Asana BioSciences to further develop its ADC candidates. Founded in 2005, Mersana Therapeutics aims to deliver innovative treatments to patients through its advanced research and development efforts.
ViaCyte
Venture Round in 2020
ViaCyte is a preclinical therapeutic company specializing in regenerative medicine therapies for diabetes. Their therapy is based on the differentiation of stem cells into pancreatic beta-cell precursors, with subcutaneous implantation in an encapsulation device. Data in their publications demonstrate that these cells can produce therapeutically relevant levels of insulin in response to blood glucose, and sustain diabetic animals. Their goal is a product which can free both Type 1 and Type 2 patients with diabetes from insulin dependence on a long-term basis, while reducing or eliminating hypoglycemic, microvasculature, and weight-related cardiovascular complications.
Kymera Therapeutics
Series C in 2020
Kymera Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, that specializes in the discovery and development of novel small molecule therapeutics aimed at selectively degrading disease-causing proteins. The company utilizes a proprietary platform for targeted protein degradation, leveraging the body’s natural protein recycling system. Kymera is developing several programs, including the IRAK4 program for immunology-inflammation diseases such as hidradenitis suppurativa and rheumatoid arthritis, the IRAKIMiD program to address MYD88-mutated diffuse large B cell lymphoma, and the STAT3 program targeting hematologic malignancies, solid tumors, and autoimmune diseases. Founded in 2015, Kymera Therapeutics is pioneering new approaches to treat diseases that have previously been considered untreatable, focusing on previously inaccessible therapeutic targets.
Nurix Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2020
Nurix Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule therapies aimed at modulating cellular protein levels to treat cancer and immune disorders. The company's pipeline includes promising preclinical candidates such as NX-2127, an orally available Bruton’s tyrosine kinase degrader targeted at relapsed or refractory B-cell malignancies, and NX-1607, a Casitas B-lineage lymphoma proto-oncogene-B inhibitor for immuno-oncology applications. Nurix's innovative drug discovery platform, DELigase, leverages its expertise in E3 ligases—enzymes that regulate protein modulation within cells—to identify and advance novel drug candidates. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, Nurix Therapeutics aims to provide effective therapies for challenging diseases through its cutting-edge research and development efforts.
JenaValve Technology
Series D in 2020
JenaValve Technology, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the development and manufacturing of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems designed for patients with severe aortic stenosis and aortic regurgitation. The company's flagship product, the Trilogy Heart Valve System, features a porcine pericardial trileaflet valve mounted on a self-expanding nitinol frame, which allows for both transapical and transfemoral implantation. This innovative system is particularly aimed at high-risk patients and has received CE Mark approval, as well as Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to expedite its review process in the United States. JenaValve operates from its headquarters in Irvine, California, with additional facilities in Munich, Germany, and Leeds, United Kingdom. The company aims to transform the treatment landscape for heart valve diseases through its advanced technologies.
EQRx
Series A in 2020
EQRx, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on transforming the drug discovery and delivery process to address the rising costs of medicines. Founded in 2019, EQRx aims to provide a market-based solution by leveraging advances in science and technology while collaborating with various healthcare stakeholders. The company has over ten programs in its pipeline targeting oncology and immune-inflammatory conditions, which include clinical and preclinical stages, as well as drug engineering initiatives. Among its key programs are Aumolertinib, Lerociclib, Sugemalimab, and Nofazinlimab. Through its innovative approach, EQRx seeks to develop high-quality, patent-protected medicines more efficiently and cost-effectively than traditional pharmaceutical methods.
Kestra Medical Technologies
Private Equity Round in 2020
Kestra Medical Technologies, Inc. specializes in the development and manufacturing of wearable medical devices designed for monitoring and managing acute medical conditions. Founded in 2014 and based in Kirkland, Washington, the company offers solutions that collect, communicate, and store patient performance data, enabling both real-time and retrospective analysis. Among its products are wearable cardioverter defibrillators, which aim to prevent sudden cardiac death and facilitate cardiac recovery in at-risk patients. Kestra Medical Technologies focuses on creating intuitive and mobile diagnostic and therapeutic technologies that support healthcare providers and enhance patient care.
Marinus Pharmaceuticals
Post in 2019
Marinus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for rare seizure disorders and neuropsychiatric conditions. The company's primary product candidate, ganaxolone, is an allosteric modulator of GABAA receptors, designed for both intravenous and oral administration for various patient populations. It aims to address multiple indications, including status epilepticus, cyclin dependent kinase-like 5 deficiency disorder, PCDH19-related epilepsy, tuberous sclerosis complex, postpartum depression, and treatment-resistant depression. Marinus Pharmaceuticals collaborates with NovaMedica and has license agreements with Purdue Neuroscience Company and CyDex Pharmaceuticals to advance its research and therapeutic offerings. Founded in 2003, the company is headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania.
Imperative Care
Series C in 2019
Imperative Care focuses on developing a portfolio of innovative solutions to address the vast and urgent unmet needs in stroke care. It focuses on medical technology designed to expedite and improve the effectiveness of treatment, giving patients a chance for optimal recovery.
Arcutis Biotherapeutics
Series C in 2019
Arcutis Biotherapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing treatments for immune-mediated dermatological diseases. Founded in 2016 and based in Westlake Village, California, the company is focused on addressing unmet medical needs within the field of immuno-dermatology. Its lead product candidate, a topical cream formulation of roflumilast known as ARQ-151, is undergoing Phase III clinical trials for plaque psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Additionally, Arcutis is working on several other candidates, including ARQ-154, a topical foam for seborrheic dermatitis and scalp psoriasis, ARQ-252, a selective inhibitor for hand eczema and other inflammatory conditions, and ARQ-255, designed to penetrate deeper into the skin for alopecia areata treatment. The company aims to leverage advances in immunology and inflammation to create effective therapies for challenging skin diseases.
Pharvaris
Series B in 2019
Pharvaris is a clinical-stage company dedicated to the discovery and development of therapies for rare diseases, particularly focusing on hereditary angioedema (HAE) and other conditions mediated by bradykinin. The company is advancing an oral bradykinin B2 receptor antagonist, with its lead candidate, PHA121, currently undergoing Phase 1 clinical trials. Pharvaris aims to provide new treatment options that offer alternatives to injected therapies for all sub-types of HAE. The company was co-founded by key individuals involved in the development of icatibant, a previously established treatment for HAE, ensuring a strong foundation in this therapeutic area.
Solid Biosciences
Post in 2019
Solid Biosciences Inc. is a life science company focused on developing therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a severe genetic muscle-wasting disease primarily affecting boys. The company's lead product candidate, SGT-001, is a gene transfer therapy currently undergoing a Phase I/II clinical trial aimed at restoring functional dystrophin protein expression in patients’ muscles. DMD is a progressive and ultimately fatal condition, with an estimated prevalence of 10,000 to 15,000 cases in the United States. In addition to SGT-001, Solid Biosciences is advancing the Anti-LTBP4 program, which targets the LTBP4 protein to reduce fibrosis and inflammation. The company also develops biomarkers, sensors, and the Solid Suit program, which includes wearable assistive devices designed to provide functional and therapeutic benefits. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solid Biosciences collaborates with Ultragenyx to enhance its gene therapy initiatives for DMD.
SpringWorks Therapeutics
Series B in 2019
SpringWorks Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing medicines for underserved patient populations affected by rare diseases and cancer. The company employs a precision medicine approach and has a diverse portfolio of small molecule targeted oncology products. Its lead candidate, nirogacestat, an oral gamma secretase inhibitor, is currently in Phase III clinical trials for desmoid tumors. Additionally, SpringWorks is advancing several other product candidates, including mirdametinib, an oral MEK inhibitor in Phase IIb trials for neurofibromatosis type 1-associated plexiform neurofibromas, and various combinations involving nirogacestat for multiple myeloma. The company has established collaborations with organizations such as BeiGene, GlaxoSmithKline, and Allogene, aimed at enhancing the development of its therapies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, SpringWorks is committed to unlocking the potential of its pipeline to provide innovative solutions for patients suffering from cancer and rare diseases.
HealthDrive
Acquisition in 2019
HealthDrive was founded in 1989 by medical professionals who saw the need for a higher level of on-site medical and dental services in long-term care facilities. Their founders began assembling specialty doctors, skilled providers and practitioners who were rated to be the best in their field. Since then, HealthDrive has grown to employ 120 medical and dental providers in over 1,000 facilities, serving more than 135,000 senior living residents around the nation. They understand the critical importance of good health and how it leads to a better quality of life. Their highly skilled on-site medical service providers not only deliver proactive healthcare to seniors in long-term care facilities, but deliver those services with the utmost care and empathy. HealthDrive provides long-term care residents with dental, optometry, podiatry and audiology services where they reside, bringing services to senior living facilities who partner with us. Learn more about what makes us a leading provider:
Annexon Biosciences
Series C in 2018
Annexon Biosciences is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for patients suffering from classical complement-mediated disorders affecting the body, brain, and eye. The company's research is centered around its platform technology that targets classical complement-mediated autoimmune and neurodegenerative diseases associated with the abnormal activation of C1q, a key molecule in the classical complement pathway. Annexon's lead product candidate, ANX005, is a full-length monoclonal antibody intended for intravenous use in treating autoimmune and neurodegenerative disorders. Another candidate, ANX007, is a monoclonal antibody Fab formulated for intravitreal administration aimed at neurodegenerative ophthalmic conditions. The company employs a disciplined, biomarker-driven development strategy to ensure its therapies effectively engage the target at tolerable doses within the intended patient tissues, while also exploring additional indications within both orphan and larger market segments.
ViaCyte
Series D in 2018
ViaCyte is a preclinical therapeutic company specializing in regenerative medicine therapies for diabetes. Their therapy is based on the differentiation of stem cells into pancreatic beta-cell precursors, with subcutaneous implantation in an encapsulation device. Data in their publications demonstrate that these cells can produce therapeutically relevant levels of insulin in response to blood glucose, and sustain diabetic animals. Their goal is a product which can free both Type 1 and Type 2 patients with diabetes from insulin dependence on a long-term basis, while reducing or eliminating hypoglycemic, microvasculature, and weight-related cardiovascular complications.
Centrichealth
Debt Financing in 2018
Centric Health offers an innovative approach to primary healthcare in Ireland, the UK, and Australia, focusing on keeping patients healthy within their communities. The company provides a wide range of accessible medical services that traditionally would have required hospital visits, including community general practice clinics, urgent care facilities, diagnostic imaging centers, and occupational health services. By addressing local healthcare needs proactively, Centric Health aims to enhance patient care and treatment for chronic conditions, ensuring that patients are at the center of their operations.
Cerevel Therapeutics
Private Equity Round in 2018
Cerevel Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for neuroscience diseases. Established in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company is advancing a diversified pipeline that includes several clinical-stage investigational therapies targeting conditions such as schizophrenia, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and substance use disorder. Notable products in development include CVL-231, a positive allosteric modulator currently in Phase Ib trials for schizophrenia, and CVL-865, also a positive allosteric modulator, which is in Phase II trials for drug-resistant focal onset seizures. Additionally, Tavapadon, a selective dopamine D1/D5 partial agonist, is in a Phase III program for Parkinson's disease, while CVL-936, a selective dopamine D3-preferring antagonist, is undergoing Phase I trials for substance use disorder. The company is also engaged in preclinical research aiming to address various neuroscience indications, leveraging expertise in neurocircuitry and receptor selectivity.
SpringWorks Therapeutics
Series A in 2017
SpringWorks Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing medicines for underserved patient populations affected by rare diseases and cancer. The company employs a precision medicine approach and has a diverse portfolio of small molecule targeted oncology products. Its lead candidate, nirogacestat, an oral gamma secretase inhibitor, is currently in Phase III clinical trials for desmoid tumors. Additionally, SpringWorks is advancing several other product candidates, including mirdametinib, an oral MEK inhibitor in Phase IIb trials for neurofibromatosis type 1-associated plexiform neurofibromas, and various combinations involving nirogacestat for multiple myeloma. The company has established collaborations with organizations such as BeiGene, GlaxoSmithKline, and Allogene, aimed at enhancing the development of its therapies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, SpringWorks is committed to unlocking the potential of its pipeline to provide innovative solutions for patients suffering from cancer and rare diseases.
Marinus Pharmaceuticals
Post in 2017
Marinus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for rare seizure disorders and neuropsychiatric conditions. The company's primary product candidate, ganaxolone, is an allosteric modulator of GABAA receptors, designed for both intravenous and oral administration for various patient populations. It aims to address multiple indications, including status epilepticus, cyclin dependent kinase-like 5 deficiency disorder, PCDH19-related epilepsy, tuberous sclerosis complex, postpartum depression, and treatment-resistant depression. Marinus Pharmaceuticals collaborates with NovaMedica and has license agreements with Purdue Neuroscience Company and CyDex Pharmaceuticals to advance its research and therapeutic offerings. Founded in 2003, the company is headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania.
Replimune Group
Series B in 2017
Replimune Group is a biotechnology company focused on developing oncolytic immune-gene therapies for cancer treatment. Utilizing its proprietary Immulytic platform, Replimune aims to create product candidates that activate the immune system against tumors. The company's lead candidate, RP1, is a modified herpes simplex virus currently undergoing Phase I/II clinical trials for various solid tumors and Phase II trials specifically for cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. Additionally, Replimune is developing RP2, which targets CTLA-4 to enhance immune response, and RP3, designed to express immune-activating proteins that stimulate T cells. Founded in 2015 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, Replimune seeks to advance its therapies through clinical trials and explore combinations with other immuno-oncology treatments to enhance efficacy.
Solid Biosciences
Series C in 2017
Solid Biosciences Inc. is a life science company focused on developing therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a severe genetic muscle-wasting disease primarily affecting boys. The company's lead product candidate, SGT-001, is a gene transfer therapy currently undergoing a Phase I/II clinical trial aimed at restoring functional dystrophin protein expression in patients’ muscles. DMD is a progressive and ultimately fatal condition, with an estimated prevalence of 10,000 to 15,000 cases in the United States. In addition to SGT-001, Solid Biosciences is advancing the Anti-LTBP4 program, which targets the LTBP4 protein to reduce fibrosis and inflammation. The company also develops biomarkers, sensors, and the Solid Suit program, which includes wearable assistive devices designed to provide functional and therapeutic benefits. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Solid Biosciences collaborates with Ultragenyx to enhance its gene therapy initiatives for DMD.
Dicerna Pharmaceuticals
Post in 2017
Dicerna Pharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company dedicated to the discovery and development of innovative treatments for rare inherited diseases and other conditions affecting the liver. Utilizing its proprietary ribonucleic acid interference (RNAi) technology, specifically the GalXC platform, Dicerna focuses on silencing disease-causing genes to develop pharmaceuticals for various therapeutic areas, including liver diseases, cardiovascular diseases, and cancers. Key product candidates include nedosiran for primary hyperoxaluria, RG6346 for chronic hepatitis B virus infection, and additional programs targeting undisclosed rare liver diseases. The company has established strategic collaborations with several major pharmaceutical firms to enhance its research and development efforts. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts, Dicerna Pharmaceuticals aims to address significant unmet medical needs through its innovative approaches.
Epic Health Services
Acquisition in 2016
Epic Health Services is a leading provider of pediatric skilled nursing and therapy services, as well as a variety of adult home health care services.
Navicure
Private Equity Round in 2016
Navicure’s cloud-based healthcare claims management and patient payment solutions help healthcare organizations of all sizes increase revenue, accelerate cash flow, and reduce costs associated with managing insurance claims and patient payments. Serving more than 90,000 healthcare providers nationwide, Navicure’s technology solutions automate account receivables processes, including claims management; patient eligibility verification; remittance and denial management including automated secondary claims filing, appeals, and posting; reporting and analysis; and patient payment collections at and near the time of service. Navicure’s solutions are supported by its unique 3-Ring® Client Service which guarantees that a client service representative will answer every client call in three rings or less. Navicure is the exclusive billing and patient payment solution of the MGMA Executive Partner network.
Asia Pacific Medical Group
Acquisition in 2016
The Asia Pacific Medical (APM) Group is an American founded international medical concern, which has been providing world class healthcare to China and South East Asia since it’s founding in 1992. With 22 clinics and 7 hospitals, APM is the fastest growing International healthcare provider in China. Asia Pacific Medical Group (APMG) is a leading medical service provider founded by 35 United States physicians and surgeons, they have created strong and trusted healthcare services all over the APAC. APM Group strives for affordable healthcare and look after our patients' well-being – we are confident in our chosen strategic direction.
Plasma Resources UK
Acquisition in 2013
Plasma Resources UK is a health company that provides health and allied services.
Tengion
Series C in 2008
Tengion is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on regenerative medicine, specializing in the development of neo-organs and neo-tissues derived from a patient's own cells. The company has successfully completed two Phase 2 clinical trials in the United States for its Tengion Neo-Bladder Augment, aimed at treating children with neurogenic bladder due to spina bifida and adults with neurogenic bladder resulting from spinal cord injury. Tengion's innovative approach seeks to eliminate the need for donor organs or anti-rejection medications by creating living cellular products that can regenerate or replace damaged tissues and organs. Additionally, the company has an investigational new drug application for its Neo-Urinary Conduit and plans to initiate a Phase 1 clinical trial for bladder cancer patients requiring bladder removal. Through its proprietary technology, Tengion aims to enhance patient outcomes by offering alternative solutions for organ and tissue repair.
Tengion
Series C in 2007
Tengion is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on regenerative medicine, specializing in the development of neo-organs and neo-tissues derived from a patient's own cells. The company has successfully completed two Phase 2 clinical trials in the United States for its Tengion Neo-Bladder Augment, aimed at treating children with neurogenic bladder due to spina bifida and adults with neurogenic bladder resulting from spinal cord injury. Tengion's innovative approach seeks to eliminate the need for donor organs or anti-rejection medications by creating living cellular products that can regenerate or replace damaged tissues and organs. Additionally, the company has an investigational new drug application for its Neo-Urinary Conduit and plans to initiate a Phase 1 clinical trial for bladder cancer patients requiring bladder removal. Through its proprietary technology, Tengion aims to enhance patient outcomes by offering alternative solutions for organ and tissue repair.
AcceleCare Wound Centers
Venture Round in 2007
Based near Seattle, Washington, Accelecare Wound Centers® is a comprehensive wound care and disease management company. Accelecare provides full service wound management solutions to hospitals and related health care organizations across the United States. Accelecare offers state of the art Advanced Wound Centers staffed with trained physicians, nurses, and specialized technicians providing efficacious and cost effective wound treatments ensuring positive outcomes. The company’s mission is centered around partnering with hospitals in order to provide caring services for patients with the highest level of clinical excellence.
Tengion
Series B in 2006
Tengion is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on regenerative medicine, specializing in the development of neo-organs and neo-tissues derived from a patient's own cells. The company has successfully completed two Phase 2 clinical trials in the United States for its Tengion Neo-Bladder Augment, aimed at treating children with neurogenic bladder due to spina bifida and adults with neurogenic bladder resulting from spinal cord injury. Tengion's innovative approach seeks to eliminate the need for donor organs or anti-rejection medications by creating living cellular products that can regenerate or replace damaged tissues and organs. Additionally, the company has an investigational new drug application for its Neo-Urinary Conduit and plans to initiate a Phase 1 clinical trial for bladder cancer patients requiring bladder removal. Through its proprietary technology, Tengion aims to enhance patient outcomes by offering alternative solutions for organ and tissue repair.
Nanosphere
Series D in 2006
Nanosphere, Inc. is a healthcare company specializing in molecular diagnostic tests aimed at detecting infectious diseases and associated drug resistance markers. Founded in 1998 and based in Northbrook, Illinois, Nanosphere develops and markets its Verigene System, a molecular diagnostics platform that offers sensitive genomic and protein testing. This system comprises a bench-top workstation and single-use consumables designed for on-demand testing. It facilitates rapid testing for infectious diseases, human genetic variations, and multiplexed protein assays, significantly reducing the time required for results compared to traditional laboratory methods. The company's technology leverages microfluidics and gold nanoparticles to extract and analyze DNA and proteins from clinical samples, aiming to enhance patient treatment and overall healthcare efficiency. Nanosphere primarily serves hospital-based laboratories and academic research institutions in the United States, and it operates as a subsidiary of Luminex Corporation.
Medsite
Venture Round in 1999
Medsite operates as a comprehensive online platform for healthcare professionals, primarily through its website, Medsite.com. The company provides a wide array of user-friendly solutions focused on medical e-commerce, information, and communication services. Initially established with Medsite Books, the platform has evolved into a key resource for medical practitioners, offering access to medical books, software, journals, and supplies, as well as electronic physician credentialing and up-to-date medical news. In addition, Medsite specializes in proprietary database development tailored for pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, offering end-to-end physician e-detailing services that include program development, targeted recruitment, and online distribution. This multifaceted approach enhances the efficiency of medical professionals and supports their direct engagement with physicians.
Waystar Health
Waystar simplifies and unifies the healthcare revenue cycle with innovative technology that allows clients to collect more with less cost and less stress, so they can focus on their goals, patients, and communities. Waystar has scored Best in KLAS® claims clearinghouse every year since 2010, including 2018, and earned multiple #1 rankings in both medical claims processing and patient payment solutions from Black Book™ surveys since 2012. The Waystar platform supports more than 400,000 providers, hospitals, health systems and ambulatory services organizations and partners with the leading EHR and practice management solution providers.
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