Casdin Capital

Casdin Capital is a New York-based investment firm established in 2012, specializing in fundamental research within the life sciences and healthcare sectors. The firm focuses on a range of investments, from early-stage to late-stage private opportunities, and is particularly interested in areas such as oncology, digital health, and agtech. As a Registered Investment Adviser, Casdin Capital employs a long-short equity strategy to manage its portfolio. Founded by Eli Casdin, the firm has built a reputation for its analytical approach to investing in innovative healthcare solutions, aiming to capitalize on advancements in the industry. As of October 2020, Casdin Capital managed approximately $2.2 billion in assets.

Suzanne Angell

Director of Research

Lawrence Canzoneri

CFO

Eli Casdin

Managing Partner

Past deals in Clinical Trials

Auron Therapeutics

Series B in 2025
Auron Therapeutics is to develop therapies to cure cancer by radically changing the paradigm of cancer therapeutics from cell killing, to transformation of malignant cells into normal cells. This transformation, called differentiation therapy, reactivates endogenous cellular programs to elicit tumor cell maturation and the transition from cancer to normal tissue. Its unique platforms allow for integration of large-omic datasets and miniaturized high throughput flow cytometry to rapidly identify and validate multiple targets and drugs in primary human patient samples.

IDRx

Series B in 2024
IDRx is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing precision therapies for oncology, specifically targeting gastrointestinal stromal tumors. The company specializes in designing combination therapies that utilize engineered drug combinations to address key tumor escape mechanisms, aiming to enhance treatment efficacy and prolong patient responses. By creating these targeted therapies, IDRx seeks to revolutionize cancer treatment and support healthcare professionals in delivering more effective medicines to patients.

Octave

Series B in 2023
Octave is a clinical platform developer focused on transforming the care landscape for multiple sclerosis and other neurodegenerative diseases. The company's platform generates, analyzes, and integrates data to provide a comprehensive approach aimed at reducing the overall cost of care. By optimizing healthcare medications and utilization, Octave enables pharmaceutical companies to enhance the entire lifecycle of drug discovery, clinical trials, and post-marketing processes through the use of real-world evidence. This innovative approach seeks to improve patient outcomes while streamlining healthcare practices.

iVexSol

Series A in 2023
iVexSol Inc. specializes in developing lentiviral vector manufacturing technology aimed at addressing the shortage of lentiviral vectors (LVVs), which are essential for gene therapy programs. Established in 2018 and based in Worcester, Massachusetts, the company offers a platform that produces a consistent supply of LVVs, critical for the manufacture of cell and gene therapies (CGTs). By utilizing banks of vector-producing cells, iVexSol's technology significantly increases production capacity while minimizing complexity and development time. This innovative approach not only reduces costs but also accelerates the clinical development timelines, ultimately enhancing patient access to life-saving treatments. The company’s solutions are designed to support researchers and manufacturers in the CGT field, facilitating the treatment of serious conditions such as late-stage cancers and genetic disorders.

IDRx

Series A in 2022
IDRx is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing precision therapies for oncology, specifically targeting gastrointestinal stromal tumors. The company specializes in designing combination therapies that utilize engineered drug combinations to address key tumor escape mechanisms, aiming to enhance treatment efficacy and prolong patient responses. By creating these targeted therapies, IDRx seeks to revolutionize cancer treatment and support healthcare professionals in delivering more effective medicines to patients.

Auron Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Auron Therapeutics is to develop therapies to cure cancer by radically changing the paradigm of cancer therapeutics from cell killing, to transformation of malignant cells into normal cells. This transformation, called differentiation therapy, reactivates endogenous cellular programs to elicit tumor cell maturation and the transition from cancer to normal tissue. Its unique platforms allow for integration of large-omic datasets and miniaturized high throughput flow cytometry to rapidly identify and validate multiple targets and drugs in primary human patient samples.

Ventus Therapeutics

Series C in 2022
Ventus Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing novel small molecule medicines aimed at treating autoimmune diseases, inflammatory diseases, and cancer by targeting the innate immune system. The company employs a structural immunology platform that provides deep insights into the mechanisms and molecular structures involved in immune responses. This platform integrates proprietary protein engineering capabilities with advanced rational and structure-based drug design tools, allowing for precise targeting of the innate immune system. Ventus is actively building a pipeline of drug programs that address critical targets within this system, particularly proteins involved in inflammasome and nucleic acid-sensing signaling pathways, thereby enabling the treatment of both acute and chronic inflammatory and immune-related conditions.

Nomic

Series A in 2021
Nomic is a bioengineering company focused on making the human proteome as accessible as the human genome. The company is developing the nELISA, a next-generation platform for measuring proteins at high throughput and scale. Nomic provides scientists with protein profiling solutions, allowing them to determine the scope and scale of their experiments. Their platform features cost-effective measurement of protein data and integrates smoothly with industry-standard cytometers for high-throughput analysis. Additionally, Nomic's technology enables the development of custom protein panels, leveraging nanotechnology to use DNA as a versatile linker to address issues of cross-reactivity in protein measurement.

Exo Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Exo Therapeutics, Inc. is a drug discovery and development company focused on addressing intractable pharmaceutical targets. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its proprietary ExoSight platform to develop a pipeline of drug candidates. These candidates are designed to bind to exosites and unique binding pockets, allowing for the reprogramming of enzyme activity to achieve targeted therapeutic effects. This innovative approach aims to provide robust treatments in areas such as oncology and inflammation, while also minimizing potential side effects for patients. By employing a precise and selective methodology, Exo Therapeutics is positioned to unlock new therapeutic possibilities for a variety of diseases.

Thyme Care

Series A in 2021
Thyme Care is a healthcare company focused on providing comprehensive oncology care management services. It partners with health plans to deliver an integrated oncology solution that emphasizes whole-person care for cancer patients. By employing a tech-enabled platform, Thyme Care offers personalized support through physician-guided oncology nurses and resource specialists who educate and guide patients throughout their cancer journey. This model generates actionable insights that help healthcare providers identify at-risk patients earlier, facilitating timely access to quality resources and care. Thyme Care aims to enhance the cancer experience through early and ongoing intervention, ensuring that every cancer patient receives the individualized care they need.

Amplo Biotechnology

Seed Round in 2021
Diseases of the neuromuscular junction have profound health effects including paralysis, breathing and swallowing difficulties. Amplo Biotechnology plans to develop multiple, potentially curative, Adeno-Associated Viral (AAV) therapies for the neuromuscular junction with an initial focus on congenital myasthenic syndromes. Amplo’s lead program, AAV-Dok7, was developed by Professor Yuji Yamanashi's group of the Institute of Medical Science at the University of Tokyo, and is applicable to multiple rare, severe diseases.

GeneDx Holding

Post in 2021
GeneDx is dedicated to providing personalized health insights that enhance diagnosis, treatment, and drug discovery. By integrating extensive genomic expertise with advanced data interpretation capabilities, the company aims to establish precision medicine as a standard in healthcare. GeneDx specializes in exome and genome testing and interpretation, leveraging one of the largest rare disease data sets available. Its operations are divided into two segments: GeneDx, which generates the majority of revenue, and Legacy Sema4 diagnostics. Through these efforts, GeneDx is positioned to significantly impact health outcomes by using genomic and large-scale clinical information.

Mnemo Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Mnemo Therapeutics is a biotechnology firm focused on developing immune-based therapies, particularly cell therapies, aimed at treating solid tumors and blood cancers. The company utilizes its EnfiniT platform, a drug discovery engine that harnesses a unique class of antigens and various technologies to target tumorous epitopes prevalent in multiple cancer types. By leveraging epigenetic variation and CAR-T precision genetic engineering, Mnemo Therapeutics strives to create accessible allogeneic treatments that offer effective solutions for patients facing these challenging diseases.

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.

Flare Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Flare Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing small molecule medicines by exploring the biology of transcription factors. The company aims to identify 'switch sites,' which are druggable regions crucial for regulating transcription factors, to target mutations associated with various diseases. Flare's innovative approach has advanced its drug discovery efforts, resulting in a promising pipeline of programs that primarily address well-established transcription factors. Initially concentrating on precision oncology, the company's research also holds potential applications in neurology, rare genetic disorders, immunology, and inflammation. By leveraging insights from its scientific founders, Flare Therapeutics seeks to transform the treatment landscape for cancer patients and other disease areas.

Exscientia

Series D in 2021
Exscientia is a company that applies artificial intelligence and machine learning to the discovery and design of new therapeutic compounds. By combining human expertise with advanced computational techniques, Exscientia accelerates the development of small-molecule drug candidates, aiming to create safer and more effective treatments for clinical testing. The company focuses on precision engineering of medicine candidates, utilizing innovative experimental methods to enhance drug discovery processes. Through these efforts, Exscientia strives to improve patient outcomes and transform the pharmaceutical industry.

C2i Genomics

Series B in 2021
C2i Genomics, Inc. specializes in whole genome analysis solutions aimed at monitoring tumor recurrence in post-surgery cancer patients. The company offers liquid biopsy services that analyze subtle changes in tumor DNA to provide insights into cancer progression and recurrence. This technology enables the development of a bio-platform approach applicable across various cancer types, facilitating the guidance of diverse treatment modalities, including surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies. Additionally, C2i Genomics provides cloud-based cancer diagnostic services to pharmaceutical and diagnostic organizations, enhancing the ability of healthcare providers to monitor treatment responses and detect recurrences or failures earlier than traditional methods allow. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in New York, with a research and development center in Haifa, Israel, C2i Genomics aims to improve the lives and outcomes of cancer patients through innovative diagnostic solutions.

Ventus Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Ventus Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing novel small molecule medicines aimed at treating autoimmune diseases, inflammatory diseases, and cancer by targeting the innate immune system. The company employs a structural immunology platform that provides deep insights into the mechanisms and molecular structures involved in immune responses. This platform integrates proprietary protein engineering capabilities with advanced rational and structure-based drug design tools, allowing for precise targeting of the innate immune system. Ventus is actively building a pipeline of drug programs that address critical targets within this system, particularly proteins involved in inflammasome and nucleic acid-sensing signaling pathways, thereby enabling the treatment of both acute and chronic inflammatory and immune-related conditions.

Leyden Labs

Series A in 2021
Leyden Labs is focused on developing intranasal products that aim to protect individuals from respiratory viruses, including those in the influenza and coronavirus families. The company's innovative approach targets common characteristics across various viral families, allowing for simultaneous protection against multiple viruses rather than just specific variants, as is the case with traditional vaccines. This strategy seeks to empower individuals to safeguard themselves from infections and reduce the transmission of these diseases. Leyden Labs is driven by a team of experienced biotechnology professionals who are committed to advancing solutions that alleviate the impact of respiratory viruses on public health.

Monte Rosa Therapeutics

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

Notch Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Notch Therapeutics Inc. is an immune cell therapy company focused on developing gene-edited allogenic T cell therapies for cancer treatment. Based in Toronto, Canada, the company utilizes a proprietary platform for induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technology that allows for precision control of Notch signaling, which is essential for T cell development. This innovative approach addresses critical limitations in cell therapy development, enabling the design and manufacture of a consistent and limitless supply of therapeutic T cells. Notch Therapeutics aims to provide targeted treatments for conditions such as non-Hodgkin lymphoma, leukemia, and multiple myeloma, facilitating advancements in the treatment of complex disease systems. Established in 2018, the company is positioned at the forefront of next-generation cancer therapies.

Orchard Therapeutics

Post in 2021
Orchard Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in the United Kingdom that specializes in developing innovative gene therapies for serious and life-threatening rare diseases. The company employs an autologous ex vivo gene therapy approach, which modifies a patient's own hematopoietic stem cells to create a targeted treatment administered in a single dose. Orchard's portfolio includes Strimvelis, the first autologous gene therapy approved by the European Medicines Agency for the treatment of adenosine deaminase-severe combined immunodeficiency (ADA-SCID). Additionally, it is advancing clinical programs for various conditions, including metachromatic leukodystrophy, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome, X-linked chronic granulomatous disease, and transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia. The company also has an extensive preclinical pipeline targeting mucopolysaccharidosis types I, IIIA, and IIIB. Orchard Therapeutics collaborates with leading institutions in gene therapy research, enhancing its efforts to transform the lives of patients with rare diseases in the UK, European Union, and the United States. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, it aims to provide sustainable clinical benefits through its innovative therapies.

Auron Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2021
Auron Therapeutics is to develop therapies to cure cancer by radically changing the paradigm of cancer therapeutics from cell killing, to transformation of malignant cells into normal cells. This transformation, called differentiation therapy, reactivates endogenous cellular programs to elicit tumor cell maturation and the transition from cancer to normal tissue. Its unique platforms allow for integration of large-omic datasets and miniaturized high throughput flow cytometry to rapidly identify and validate multiple targets and drugs in primary human patient samples.

Beam Therapeutics

Post in 2021
Beam Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing precision genetic medicines using its innovative base editing technology. Founded in 2017, the company aims to provide lifelong cures for patients with serious diseases. Its therapeutic portfolio includes treatments for sickle cell disease, beta-thalassemia, pediatric T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, pediatric acute myeloid leukemia, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and glycogen storage disorder 1A, as well as therapies for ocular and central nervous system disorders. Beam's base editing technology allows for targeted modifications at a single base in the genome without creating double-stranded breaks in DNA, positioning it as a pioneer in the field of genetic medicine. The company's pipeline includes several programs, such as BEAM-101, ESCAPE, BEAM-302, BEAM-301, and BEAM-201, reflecting its commitment to advancing genetic therapies.

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.

Octave

Series B in 2020
Octave is a clinical platform developer focused on transforming the care landscape for multiple sclerosis and other neurodegenerative diseases. The company's platform generates, analyzes, and integrates data to provide a comprehensive approach aimed at reducing the overall cost of care. By optimizing healthcare medications and utilization, Octave enables pharmaceutical companies to enhance the entire lifecycle of drug discovery, clinical trials, and post-marketing processes through the use of real-world evidence. This innovative approach seeks to improve patient outcomes while streamlining healthcare practices.

Mnemo Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2020
Mnemo Therapeutics is a biotechnology firm focused on developing immune-based therapies, particularly cell therapies, aimed at treating solid tumors and blood cancers. The company utilizes its EnfiniT platform, a drug discovery engine that harnesses a unique class of antigens and various technologies to target tumorous epitopes prevalent in multiple cancer types. By leveraging epigenetic variation and CAR-T precision genetic engineering, Mnemo Therapeutics strives to create accessible allogeneic treatments that offer effective solutions for patients facing these challenging diseases.

CANbridge Pharmaceuticals

Series E in 2020
CANbridge Pharmaceuticals is a bio-pharmaceutical company accelerating development and commercialization of specialty healthcare products for serious and critical medical conditions in China and North Asia (Korea and Taiwan). CANbridge develops partnerships with Western bio-pharmaceutical companies with clinical-stage pharmaceutical, medical device or diagnostic products that are either unavailable in China/North Asia or address medical needs that are underserved in the region. CANbridge also licenses or obtains exclusive rights to commercialize drug and device products that are approved in their home markets for commercialization in China and North Asia.

iVexSol

Series A in 2020
iVexSol Inc. specializes in developing lentiviral vector manufacturing technology aimed at addressing the shortage of lentiviral vectors (LVVs), which are essential for gene therapy programs. Established in 2018 and based in Worcester, Massachusetts, the company offers a platform that produces a consistent supply of LVVs, critical for the manufacture of cell and gene therapies (CGTs). By utilizing banks of vector-producing cells, iVexSol's technology significantly increases production capacity while minimizing complexity and development time. This innovative approach not only reduces costs but also accelerates the clinical development timelines, ultimately enhancing patient access to life-saving treatments. The company’s solutions are designed to support researchers and manufacturers in the CGT field, facilitating the treatment of serious conditions such as late-stage cancers and genetic disorders.

Oxford Nanopore Technologies

Series H in 2020
Oxford Nanopore Technologies is a biotechnology company specializing in nanopore-based sequencing technology for analyzing DNA, RNA, proteins, and small molecules. Its diverse product line includes the portable MinION device, the benchtop PromethION, the GridION system, and Flongle, which caters to on-demand sequencing needs. The technology enables real-time data streaming and is applicable across various fields such as human genomics, cancer research, microbiology, plant science, and environmental studies. Additionally, Oxford Nanopore's products support rapid and accessible molecular analysis, making them suitable for both laboratory and field use. The company's innovations are backed by a robust patent portfolio and are utilized in over 80 countries, addressing needs in healthcare, agriculture, and education. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Oxford, United Kingdom, Oxford Nanopore also maintains offices in several other countries, enhancing its global reach in advancing genomic research and applications.

Monte Rosa Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Monte Rosa Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cancer therapeutics that utilize molecular glue degraders (MGDs) to modulate protein degradation pathways. By leveraging the body's natural mechanisms for protein destruction, these small molecule drugs selectively target and degrade disease-causing proteins. The company employs its QuEEN platform, which combines artificial intelligence and proprietary experimental tools, to identify relevant proteins for degradation. With a diverse library of over 50,000 MGD molecules, Monte Rosa's lead candidate, MRT-2359, specifically targets the translation termination factor protein GSPT1, showing promise for treating MYC-driven tumors. The company aims to advance its pipeline of pioneering therapies for cancer and other diseases.

NiKang Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
NiKang Therapeutics is an early-stage biotech company focused on discovering and developing innovative small molecule oncology medicines to help patients with unmet medical needs. Its discovery approach is informed by target structure biology and capitalizes on structure-based drug design enabling a rapid and efficient discovery and development of proprietary drug candidates with the most desirable pharmacological features into clinical studies.

GeneMatters

Venture Round in 2020
GeneMatters delivers genetic counseling services for hospitals, health networks, clinics, academic research centers, and genetic testing labs. The company is the operator of an online genetic counseling network intended for providing genetic counseling and caregiving services. The company's genetic counseling network facilitates pre-test counseling, full-service genetic counseling, and caregiving services for people seeking genetic insights, enabling users in understanding their genetic family history and make informed decisions based on genetic tests. GeneMatters was established in 2016 and is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

Goldfinch Biopharma

Series B in 2020
Goldfinch is a clinical-stage biotech company focused on discovering and developing precision therapies for patients with kidney disease. It is integrating breakthroughs in kidney genetics and biology to identify new therapeutic targets and advance first-in-class drug candidates to treat patients with kidney disease. Its Product Engine will industrialize the integration of genetics and kidney biology and confer a differentiated ability to identify, validate, and pursue novel therapeutic targets to treat progressive kidney disease. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Fulcrum Therapeutics

Post in 2020
Fulcrum Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies for patients with rare genetic diseases. The company is dedicated to addressing unmet medical needs, particularly in the realm of genetically defined conditions. Its lead product candidate, losmapimod, is a small molecule currently undergoing Phase 2b clinical trials for the treatment of facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), a progressive muscle-wasting disorder. Additionally, Fulcrum is developing FTX-6058, aimed at increasing fetal hemoglobin levels in patients with sickle cell disease and beta-thalassemia. The company also engages in research to identify drug targets for various conditions, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy and neurological diseases. Fulcrum Therapeutics has established collaborations with Acceleron Pharma Inc. and MyoKardia, Inc. to explore new therapeutic avenues in pulmonary disease and genetic cardiomyopathies, respectively. Founded in 2015, Fulcrum aims to enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from these challenging disorders.

C2i Genomics

Series A in 2020
C2i Genomics, Inc. specializes in whole genome analysis solutions aimed at monitoring tumor recurrence in post-surgery cancer patients. The company offers liquid biopsy services that analyze subtle changes in tumor DNA to provide insights into cancer progression and recurrence. This technology enables the development of a bio-platform approach applicable across various cancer types, facilitating the guidance of diverse treatment modalities, including surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies. Additionally, C2i Genomics provides cloud-based cancer diagnostic services to pharmaceutical and diagnostic organizations, enhancing the ability of healthcare providers to monitor treatment responses and detect recurrences or failures earlier than traditional methods allow. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in New York, with a research and development center in Haifa, Israel, C2i Genomics aims to improve the lives and outcomes of cancer patients through innovative diagnostic solutions.

MOMA Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
MOMA Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2019. The company focuses on discovering precision medicines by targeting molecular machines that are fundamental to human disease. MOMA Therapeutics utilizes a unique platform that leverages the common features of the ATPase target class, which includes significant conformational changes and energy-driven mechanics. By combining these insights with advancements in structural biology and small-molecule drug discovery, MOMA Therapeutics aims to develop drugs targeting previously challenging enzymes, contributing to the next generation of targeted therapies. The company was formerly known as ATPases NewCo, Inc. before rebranding in March 2020.

Kallyope

Series C in 2020
Kallyope Inc. is a biotechnology company based in New York City that focuses on the gut-brain axis to develop innovative therapeutics and consumer products aimed at enhancing human health. Founded in 2014, Kallyope employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating technologies such as sequencing, computational biology, neural imaging, and human genetics to deepen the understanding of gut-brain biology. This comprehensive understanding enables the company to create effective and well-tolerated oral medications targeting various health issues, including diabetes, obesity, gut disorders, inflammatory diseases, migraines, and allergies. With a team of experienced scientists and a strong foundation in drug discovery, Kallyope aims to address significant unmet medical needs through its research and development efforts.

Amunix

Series A in 2020
Amunix is a biopharmaceutical company intended to discover, design, and develop novel biologics, protein, and peptide therapeutics. The company is focused on developing prodrugs to bring the promise of potent immune-activating biotherapeutics to patients with solid tumor cancers. By delivering breakthrough therapies that can safely harness the immune system, it aims to conquer cancer and save lives. Its pipeline products are based on its proprietary XTEN half-life extension, XDC drug-conjugate delivery, and ProTIA pro-drug, bispecific T cell engager platform and have ongoing collaborations with biopharma corporations harnessing these delivery technologies over a wide range of therapeutic areas, delivering improved pharmaceutical technologies. Amunix was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Mountain View, California.

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.

Generation Bio

Series C in 2020
Generation Bio is a genetic medicines company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing innovative gene therapies for both rare and prevalent diseases. Founded in 2016 and originally named Torus Therapeutics, the company focuses on treating conditions primarily affecting the liver and retina, as well as diseases of skeletal muscle, the central nervous system, and oncology. Generation Bio employs a proprietary non-viral platform that includes a high-capacity DNA construct known as closed-ended DNA (ceDNA) and a cell-targeted lipid nanoparticle delivery system (ctLNP). This platform aims to deliver genetic payloads effectively across various tissues and allows for redosable treatments tailored to individual patient needs. Through its advanced manufacturing processes, Generation Bio seeks to expand access to gene therapies and provide durable solutions for patients with both rare and common diseases.

iVexSol

Debt Financing in 2019
iVexSol Inc. specializes in developing lentiviral vector manufacturing technology aimed at addressing the shortage of lentiviral vectors (LVVs), which are essential for gene therapy programs. Established in 2018 and based in Worcester, Massachusetts, the company offers a platform that produces a consistent supply of LVVs, critical for the manufacture of cell and gene therapies (CGTs). By utilizing banks of vector-producing cells, iVexSol's technology significantly increases production capacity while minimizing complexity and development time. This innovative approach not only reduces costs but also accelerates the clinical development timelines, ultimately enhancing patient access to life-saving treatments. The company’s solutions are designed to support researchers and manufacturers in the CGT field, facilitating the treatment of serious conditions such as late-stage cancers and genetic disorders.

Revolution Medicines

Series C in 2019
Revolution Medicines is a clinical-stage precision oncology company dedicated to developing innovative therapies targeting challenging cancer pathways, particularly the RAS and mTOR signaling pathways. The company utilizes a unique approach that reconfigures natural substances into optimized drug candidates, building on the pioneering work of its founder, Martin D. Burke. Revolution Medicines has established an exclusive licensing agreement with the University of Illinois to utilize and further develop this transformative synthetic technology. Among its key product candidates are RMC-4630, a SHP2 inhibitor, and various programs within its RAS(ON) portfolio, along with SOS1 and 4EBP1/mTORC1 initiatives. The company's focus on harnessing complex natural products to create refined, effective therapies positions it to address significant unmet medical needs in oncology.

Foghorn Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2019
Foghorn Therapeutics is developing therapies based on a system that directs which genes our cells express, and when, where, and in what order.By manipulating this system with our unique Gene Traffic ControlTM platform, Foghorn will change how genes turn “on” and “off.” Unlike approaches that edit genes, this novel way of thinking will alter what our DNA has in store for us—and rewrite destiny for millions of people living with disease.With Gene Traffic ControlTM Foghorn is pioneering a new, major class of drug targets to develop unprecedented therapies for cancer and other serious diseases. We have already validated multiple targets, are in the process of developing drug candidates in multiple types of cancer and are beginning to explore other diseases.

Relay Therapeutics

Series C in 2018
Relay Therapeutics is a clinical-stage precision medicine company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on transforming the drug discovery process, particularly in targeted oncology. Utilizing its innovative Dynamo platform, the company combines advanced computational techniques with experimental methods to enhance small molecule therapeutic discovery. Relay Therapeutics is developing several product candidates, including RLY-1971, an oral inhibitor targeting the SHP2 protein, currently in Phase 1 trials for advanced solid tumors; RLY-4008, a selective inhibitor for patients with FGFR2 alterations; and RLY-PI3K1047, aimed at cancer-associated mutations of the PI3K alpha protein. Founded in 2015, Relay Therapeutics is dedicated to addressing complex diseases through its unique approach to drug discovery.

Fulcrum Therapeutics

Series B in 2018
Fulcrum Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies for patients with rare genetic diseases. The company is dedicated to addressing unmet medical needs, particularly in the realm of genetically defined conditions. Its lead product candidate, losmapimod, is a small molecule currently undergoing Phase 2b clinical trials for the treatment of facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), a progressive muscle-wasting disorder. Additionally, Fulcrum is developing FTX-6058, aimed at increasing fetal hemoglobin levels in patients with sickle cell disease and beta-thalassemia. The company also engages in research to identify drug targets for various conditions, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy and neurological diseases. Fulcrum Therapeutics has established collaborations with Acceleron Pharma Inc. and MyoKardia, Inc. to explore new therapeutic avenues in pulmonary disease and genetic cardiomyopathies, respectively. Founded in 2015, Fulcrum aims to enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from these challenging disorders.

Revolution Medicines

Series B in 2018
Revolution Medicines is a clinical-stage precision oncology company dedicated to developing innovative therapies targeting challenging cancer pathways, particularly the RAS and mTOR signaling pathways. The company utilizes a unique approach that reconfigures natural substances into optimized drug candidates, building on the pioneering work of its founder, Martin D. Burke. Revolution Medicines has established an exclusive licensing agreement with the University of Illinois to utilize and further develop this transformative synthetic technology. Among its key product candidates are RMC-4630, a SHP2 inhibitor, and various programs within its RAS(ON) portfolio, along with SOS1 and 4EBP1/mTORC1 initiatives. The company's focus on harnessing complex natural products to create refined, effective therapies positions it to address significant unmet medical needs in oncology.

Magenta Therapeutics

Series C in 2018
Magenta Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies to enhance stem cell transplantation for patients with blood cancers, genetic diseases, and autoimmune disorders. The company aims to improve the safety and efficacy of stem cell transplants, which are currently high-risk procedures often considered only as a last resort. Its pipeline includes several key product candidates, such as targeted antibody-drug conjugates for transplant conditioning, a novel stem cell mobilization agent, and allogeneic stem cell therapies. Magenta is also exploring collaborations to assess the effectiveness of its therapies in combination with existing treatments, such as gene therapies for sickle cell disease. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Magenta Therapeutics seeks to expand the curative potential of stem cell therapies to a broader patient population by addressing the toxicity and long-term side effects associated with current transplant methods.

Generation Bio

Series B in 2018
Generation Bio is a genetic medicines company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing innovative gene therapies for both rare and prevalent diseases. Founded in 2016 and originally named Torus Therapeutics, the company focuses on treating conditions primarily affecting the liver and retina, as well as diseases of skeletal muscle, the central nervous system, and oncology. Generation Bio employs a proprietary non-viral platform that includes a high-capacity DNA construct known as closed-ended DNA (ceDNA) and a cell-targeted lipid nanoparticle delivery system (ctLNP). This platform aims to deliver genetic payloads effectively across various tissues and allows for redosable treatments tailored to individual patient needs. Through its advanced manufacturing processes, Generation Bio seeks to expand access to gene therapies and provide durable solutions for patients with both rare and common diseases.

Relay Therapeutics

Series B in 2017
Relay Therapeutics is a clinical-stage precision medicine company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on transforming the drug discovery process, particularly in targeted oncology. Utilizing its innovative Dynamo platform, the company combines advanced computational techniques with experimental methods to enhance small molecule therapeutic discovery. Relay Therapeutics is developing several product candidates, including RLY-1971, an oral inhibitor targeting the SHP2 protein, currently in Phase 1 trials for advanced solid tumors; RLY-4008, a selective inhibitor for patients with FGFR2 alterations; and RLY-PI3K1047, aimed at cancer-associated mutations of the PI3K alpha protein. Founded in 2015, Relay Therapeutics is dedicated to addressing complex diseases through its unique approach to drug discovery.

Neon Therapeutics

Series B in 2017
Neon Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company. It is focused in the field of neoantigen-targeted therapies, dedicated to transforming the treatment of cancer by directing the immune system towards neoantigens. The company's pipeline products are NEO-PV-01, NEO-PTC-01, and NEO-SV-01.

Codiak Biosciences

Series C in 2017
Codiak is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on pioneering the development of exosome-based therapeutics, a new class of medicines with the potential to transform the treatment of a wide spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need. By leveraging the biology of exosomes as natural intercellular transfer mechanisms, Codiak has developed its proprietary engEx Platform to expand upon the innate properties of exosomes to design, engineer and manufacture novel exosome therapeutic candidates. Codiak has utilized its engEx Platform to generate a deep pipeline of engineered exosomes aimed at treating a broad range of disease areas, spanning oncology, neuro-oncology, neurology, neuromuscular disease and infectious disease.

Helix

Venture Round in 2017
Helix is a prominent population genomics company that focuses on integrating genomic data into clinical care, research, and public health. Its comprehensive platform facilitates large-scale genetic analysis and actionable insights, serving health systems, life sciences companies, payers, and government organizations. Helix operates one of the largest CLIA and CAP-certified next-generation sequencing laboratories and employs its proprietary Exome+™ assay to support various aspects of population genomics. This includes recruitment and engagement, clinically actionable disease screening, and the return of results, as well as basic and translational research. By advancing genomic research and enhancing patient care, Helix plays a critical role in shaping healthcare through genetics.

Magenta Therapeutics

Series B in 2017
Magenta Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies to enhance stem cell transplantation for patients with blood cancers, genetic diseases, and autoimmune disorders. The company aims to improve the safety and efficacy of stem cell transplants, which are currently high-risk procedures often considered only as a last resort. Its pipeline includes several key product candidates, such as targeted antibody-drug conjugates for transplant conditioning, a novel stem cell mobilization agent, and allogeneic stem cell therapies. Magenta is also exploring collaborations to assess the effectiveness of its therapies in combination with existing treatments, such as gene therapies for sickle cell disease. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Magenta Therapeutics seeks to expand the curative potential of stem cell therapies to a broader patient population by addressing the toxicity and long-term side effects associated with current transplant methods.

Peloton Therapeutics

Series D in 2017
Peloton Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company based in Dallas, Texas, dedicated to developing innovative medicines for cancer and other serious conditions. Its lead candidate, PT2977, is an oral HIF-2a inhibitor currently undergoing Phase 2 clinical trials for advanced or metastatic clear cell renal cell carcinoma. Additionally, PT2977 is being tested in various combinations and settings, including von Hippel-Lindau disease associated renal cell carcinoma and glioblastoma multiforme. The company is also working on PT2567, another HIF-2a inhibitor in preclinical development targeting non-oncology conditions such as pulmonary arterial hypertension. Founded in 2010 by Steven L. McKnight and supported by the Cancer Prevention Research Institute of Texas and experienced investors, Peloton aims to leverage its scientific collaborations and robust pipeline to establish itself as a leading biotech firm in cancer drug discovery and development.

Flatiron Health

Series C in 2016
Flatiron Health, Inc. is a healthcare technology company dedicated to enhancing cancer research and patient care through advanced data integration and analytics. The firm develops OncologyCloud, a comprehensive platform that consolidates disparate healthcare information systems to provide insights into patient populations. This platform enables cancer care providers and life sciences companies to analyze treatment patterns, monitor adherence to clinical guidelines, and facilitate real-time patient matching to clinical trials. Additionally, Flatiron offers OncoCloud, a software solution for community oncology practices, and tools like Flatiron Assist and OncoEMR, which support clinical decision-making and compliance with oncology care models. Established in 2012 and headquartered in New York, Flatiron Health collaborates with over 280 community cancer practices, prominent academic research centers, and leading oncology companies, positioning itself as a key player in the oncology data landscape. The company operates as a subsidiary of Roche Holding AG.

Gritstone bio

Series A in 2015
Gritstone bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing personalized immunotherapies for cancer and infectious diseases. The company initially concentrated on tumor-specific neoantigens but has expanded its programs to include viral antigens found on the surfaces of infected cells. This approach leverages the immune system's ability to recognize abnormal cell targets, which is crucial for both anti-tumor and anti-viral immunity. Gritstone bio is building a robust pipeline of immunotherapy product candidates, including GRANITE, SLATE, and CORAL, designed to address various solid tumors. Through these developments, Gritstone bio aims to contribute to the evolving landscape of cancer treatment and enhance patient outcomes.

CytomX Therapeutics

Series D in 2015
CytomX Therapeutics is an oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California. The company specializes in developing proteolytically-activated antibody therapeutics using its proprietary Probody technology platform. This innovative approach aims to create cancer immunotherapies that enhance targeting of tumor cells while minimizing effects on healthy tissues. CytomX's clinical-stage product candidates include CX-072, which targets programmed cell death ligand 1; CX-2009, a drug conjugate against CD166; and BMS-986249, a CTLA-4 Probody therapeutic for metastatic melanoma, among others. The company has established strategic collaborations with several major pharmaceutical companies, including AbbVie, Amgen, and Bristol-Myers Squibb, to further the development of its Probody therapeutics. Founded in 2008, CytomX is dedicated to providing patients with more effective and less toxic treatment options for cancer and inflammatory diseases.

Voyager Therapeutics

Series B in 2015
Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage gene therapy company dedicated to developing innovative treatments for severe neurological diseases that significantly impact patients' lives. The company's lead candidate, VY-AADC, is currently undergoing an open-label Phase 1b clinical trial for Parkinson's disease. In addition to this, Voyager's preclinical pipeline includes therapies targeting amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (VY-SOD102), Huntington's disease (VY-HTT01), Friedreich's ataxia (VY-FXN01), and various tauopathies and synucleinopathies, such as Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body Dementia. Voyager employs an adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapy approach, which is designed to modify protein production to alleviate disease symptoms, thereby aiming for clinically meaningful outcomes. The company has established strategic collaborations with institutions like the University of Massachusetts and ClearPoint Neuro, as well as partnerships with Brammer Bio and Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies to advance its gene therapy programs. Founded in 2013 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Voyager Therapeutics is committed to addressing unmet medical needs within the central nervous system.

Blueprint Medicines

Series B in 2014
Blueprint Medicines is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing targeted therapies for cancers and rare diseases driven by abnormal kinase activation. Founded in 2008 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its proprietary Insights-to-Validation Platform and chemical library to create small molecule kinase inhibitors that address specific genomic drivers. Key drug candidates include avapritinib for systemic mastocytosis and gastrointestinal stromal tumors, BLU-263 for indolent systemic mastocytosis, and pralsetinib for RET-altered cancers such as non-small cell lung cancer and medullary thyroid carcinoma. Additionally, fisogatinib is under investigation for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma, while BLU-782 targets fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva. Blueprint Medicines collaborates with several pharmaceutical companies to enhance its research and development efforts.

Fabric Genomics (formerly Omicia)

Series A in 2014
Fabric Genomics is making genomics-driven precision medicine a reality. We provide clinical decision support software that enables clinical labs, hospital systems and country-sequencing programs to gain actionable genomic insights, resulting in faster and more accurate diagnoses and reduced turnaround time. Fabric’s end-to-end genomic analysis platform incorporates proven AI algorithms, and has applications in both hereditary disease and oncology. Headquartered in Oakland, California, Fabric Genomics was founded by industry veterans and innovators with a deep understanding of bioinformatics, large-scale genomics and clinical diagnostics.

Invitae

Series E in 2013
Invitae is a genetic information company focused on integrating genetic insights into everyday medical practice to enhance healthcare quality for a large population. The company specializes in genetic diagnostics for hereditary disorders, offering a comprehensive service that consolidates multiple genetic tests into a single platform. Invitae's offerings include assessments for genes linked to hereditary cancer, neurological disorders, cardiovascular conditions, pediatric issues, metabolic disorders, and other hereditary ailments. By providing high-quality testing with quicker turnaround times and competitive pricing, Invitae aims to make genetic testing more accessible and effective for patients and healthcare providers alike.

Ignyta

Venture Round in 2013
Ignyta, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing targeted therapies for cancer treatment. Based in San Diego, California, Ignyta specializes in molecularly targeted therapies aimed at eradicating residual diseases and improving patient outcomes. The company's key products include entrectinib, a tyrosine kinase inhibitor that targets specific proteins associated with various cancers, and RXDX-105, which is designed to treat RET-driven solid tumors. Additionally, Ignyta emphasizes the integration of companion diagnostics to better match therapies with patients likely to benefit from them. Founded in 2011, the company operates as a subsidiary of Roche Holdings, Inc., underscoring its commitment to advancing precision medicine in oncology.
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