Sanofi Oncology

Sanofi Oncology, a division of global healthcare company Sanofi, focuses on developing and delivering innovative treatments for various types of cancer. With a rich heritage in oncology, Sanofi Oncology leverages its extensive knowledge base to research and treat cancer from multiple angles, addressing diverse patient needs and disease stages. The company's portfolio includes therapies for rare diseases, immunology, and cardiovascular conditions, among others. Sanofi's commitment to patients drives its strategy to create long-term value through innovative treatments, from research and development to manufacturing and marketing.

Jean-Baptiste Chasseloup de Chatillon

Executive Vice President and CFO

Laia Crespo

Partner

Christopher Gagliardi Ph.D

Principal

Paulina Hill

Partner

Paul Hudson

CEO

Franqui Jimenez

Business Partner Rare Disease Cluster, Global MSAT

Cris De Luca

Partner, Digital Investments

Lydia Mikhaylyants

Associate Director, Global Market Access-Strategic Pricing, Rare Disease and Rare Blood Disorders

John O'Malley

Principal Clinical Research Director and Global Clinical Lead, Amlitelimab

Alexander Sinclair-Wilson Ph.D

Associate Director of Investments

Laia Crespo-Martin Ph.D

Partner

Past deals in Biotechnology

Granite Bio

Series B in 2025
Granite Bio is a biotechnology company that specializes in the development of novel monoclonal antibodies aimed at treating inflammatory, autoimmune, and fibrotic disorders. The company's primary focus is on creating therapeutic antibodies that deplete pathogenic cells and selectively target key biological pathways associated with these diseases. By advancing innovative antibody treatments, Granite Bio aims to contribute significantly to the fields of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, addressing critical needs in the life sciences sector.

Innate Pharma

Post in 2025
Innate Pharma S.A. is a biotechnology company based in Marseille, France, focused on discovering and developing therapeutic antibodies for oncology and inflammatory diseases. The company specializes in first-in-class immunotherapy drug candidates that target receptors and pathways controlling innate immunity. Its product pipeline includes Monalizumab, an immune checkpoint inhibitor in Phase II trials for advanced solid tumors, and Lacutamab, an anti-KIR3DL2 antibody in Phase II trials for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. Other notable candidates include IPH5201, a CD39-targeting antibody in Phase I trials, and IPH5301, a CD73-blocking antibody in preclinical development. Innate Pharma utilizes its proprietary ANKET platform to create innovative therapies and has established licensing and collaboration agreements with major pharmaceutical companies. Founded in 1999, Innate Pharma continues to advance its mission of harnessing the innate immune system to improve cancer treatment outcomes.

Glycomine

Series C in 2025
Glycomine, Inc. is a biotech company based in San Carlos, California, focused on developing nanomedicines for rare genetic disorders, particularly those related to protein and lipid glycosylation. Founded in 2014, the company addresses the significant unmet medical needs of patients suffering from rare diseases, of which approximately 7,000 exist globally, with a majority lacking FDA-approved treatments. Glycomine specializes in creating replacement therapies that combine substrates, enzymes, and proteins with advanced bio-nano materials. These therapeutics are designed to facilitate the targeted delivery of treatment to clinically relevant organs, thereby enhancing the efficacy of care for conditions characterized by metabolic disorders and protein misfolding.

Attovia Therapeutics

Series C in 2025
Attovia Therapeutics is a biotherapeutics pipeline developer focused on immune-mediated illness and oncology. The company uses the nanobody platform to create tiny format binders with low picomolar affinity, increased selectivity, quicker internalization, and rapid tissue penetration, thereby assisting cancer patients' treatment.

Latigo Biotherapeutics

Series B in 2025
Latigo Biotherapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that develops novel, non-opioid therapies for chronic pain. The company aims to target pain at its source to provide effective, rapid-acting pain relief without the risk of addiction. Their lead program targets Nav1.8, a validated human pain target, leveraging internal ion channel expertise.

Curevo

Series B in 2025
Curevo is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation, non-mRNA vaccines to address unmet medical needs. Its lead candidate, amezosvatein (also known as CRV-101), is an adjuvanted subunit vaccine designed to prevent shingles (herpes zoster) and chickenpox (varicella). The company focuses on improving vaccine efficacy, safety, and tolerability while advancing its pipeline through clinical trials.

Enveda Biosciences

Series C in 2025
Enveda Biosciences is a biotechnology company that employs artificial intelligence-powered tools to investigate and define molecules sourced from living organisms. Its primary objective is to build an exhaustive database of chemical biodiversity, thereby expediting the discovery of novel medicines. The company's innovative drug discovery platform integrates machine learning, metabolomics, and robotics to analyze natural samples for both chemical structure and biological activity, eliminating the need for isolating individual compounds or extensive experimentation. This enables healthcare industry clients to develop a wide range of new medications, from antibiotics to hypotensives.

Abcuro

Series C in 2025
Abcuro, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing immunotherapies for the treatment of autoimmunity and cancer. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, Abcuro specializes in creating therapeutic antibodies that target novel pathways in these diseases. The company employs advanced bioinformatics to analyze transcription data from human diseases, enabling them to identify new therapeutic targets within the immune system. By leveraging clinical insights and systematic target validation, Abcuro aims to develop immune-modulatory biotherapeutics that provide innovative treatment options for patients suffering from autoimmune disorders and cancer.

Normunity

Series B in 2025
Normunity is a biotechnology company focused on developing a new class of precision immuno-oncology medicines known as immune normalizers. These innovative therapies aim to restore the body's natural immune response against cancer by targeting novel mechanisms that disrupt immune function. Normunity collaborates closely with the lab of Dr. Lieping Chen at Yale School of Medicine, leveraging proprietary discovery platforms to explore complex interactions between cancer and the immune system. The company's emerging pipeline includes drug programs designed to address the exclusion of T-cells from immune-sensitive tumors and other factors that impede normal immune activity in cancer patients. Normunity operates from locations in Boston, Massachusetts, and West Haven, Connecticut.

Nuvig Therapeutics

Series B in 2024
Nuvig Therapeutics focuses on developing innovative therapies aimed at restoring immune homeostasis and rebalancing immune function. The company is dedicated to creating a pipeline of novel immune therapeutics specifically targeting chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. By harnessing natural mechanisms to modulate immune responses, Nuvig seeks to enhance treatment options for patients, ultimately improving their health outcomes.

Zucara Therapeutics

Series B in 2024
Zucara Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapeutics to prevent hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, in patients with diabetes. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an additional office in Vancouver, Zucara is pioneering a once-daily treatment that aims to regulate the hormone somatostatin in the pancreas. This treatment specifically targets somatostatin type 2 receptors, which are not effectively controlled in patients with Type 1 diabetes. Zucara's approach presents a significant advancement in diabetes care by functioning as a preventative measure against hypoglycemia, contrasting with existing therapies that only provide rescue during acute episodes. Through its pre-clinical technology, Zucara Therapeutics aims to restore natural glucose levels in the blood, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with diabetes.

Resalis Therapeutics

Corporate Round in 2024
Resalis Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on innovating treatments for metabolic diseases by targeting a key regulator involved in obesity and fatty liver disease. The company's lead program, RES-010, leverages its expertise in non-coding RNA drug modalities and lipid metabolism, aiming to deliver a safe and effective treatment that offers disease-modifying benefits, including long-term weight loss and reduced hepatic steatosis. With robust preclinical support, Resalis is advancing RES-010 into clinical trials to address various metabolic disorders, particularly those affecting the liver.

AgomAb Therapeutics

Series D in 2024
AgomAb Therapeutics N.V., based in Gent, Belgium, specializes in the development of molecular therapies aimed at regenerating damaged tissues. The company focuses on creating agonistic monoclonal antibodies, known as agomAbs, which are designed to stimulate molecular and cellular repair mechanisms. These therapies have the potential to restore organ function in patients suffering from fibrotic, inflammatory, autoimmune, and degenerative diseases. AgomAb targets biologically validated pathways, including Transforming Growth Factor β and Hepatocyte Growth Factor, while employing specialized capabilities in organ-specific small molecules and high-affinity antibodies. The company boasts a diversified clinical pipeline addressing various fibrotic conditions and possesses comprehensive research and development expertise, alongside a strong track record in business development.

Nura Bio

Series A in 2024
Nura Bio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, focusing on the discovery and development of neuroprotective drugs aimed at preventing axon loss due to acute injury or chronic degenerative diseases. Founded in 2017 and formerly known as Proneurotech, the company is advancing its lead drug candidate, NB-4746, which inhibits the SARM1 protein, a key player in axonal degeneration. This candidate has exhibited potential in preclinical studies for mitigating nerve damage and is scheduled to enter phase 1b/2 clinical trials in 2025. Nura Bio is dedicated to developing therapies that not only protect against neuronal loss but also enhance the immune surveillance capacity of the nervous system, addressing various neurological disorders. The company has successfully raised substantial financing to support its innovative drug programs.

AnaptysBio

Post in 2024
AnaptysBio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, dedicated to developing therapeutic antibodies for inflammation and immuno-oncology. The company employs its proprietary somatic hypermutation platform to discover and optimize antibodies that target various diseases. Among its notable product candidates are Etokimab, an anti-IL-33 treatment aimed at conditions such as atopic dermatitis and eosinophilic asthma, and ANB019, an anti-IL-36 receptor for generalized pustular psoriasis. AnaptysBio is also advancing a range of immuno-oncology products, including checkpoint modulators and bispecific antibodies, to address cancer treatment needs. The company collaborates with notable partners like TESARO, Celgene Corporation, and GlaxoSmithKline to enhance its research and development efforts. Founded in 2005, AnaptysBio aims to fulfill unmet medical needs through innovative antibody therapies.

MeiraGTx Holdings

Post in 2024
MeiraGTx Holdings is a clinical-stage gene therapy company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative gene therapy products aimed at transforming the lives of patients with acquired and inherited disorders. The company focuses on addressing serious medical conditions, primarily targeting disorders related to the eye, salivary gland, and central nervous system. Its research and development efforts leverage a portfolio approach, which includes licensing, acquiring, and developing advanced technologies to support a diverse range of product candidates. Key pipeline products include AAV-CNGB3, AAV-CNGA3, and AAV-RPGR, among others. MeiraGTx operates in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union, with plans to expand its focus to develop additional gene therapy treatments for various serious diseases in the future.

Q32 Bio

Post in 2024
Q32 Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for severe autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Established in 2017, the company aims to address immune system dysregulation, providing treatment options for conditions that currently have limited or inadequate therapies. Q32 Bio's pipeline includes ADX-914, a human anti-IL-7R antibody designed to re-regulate adaptive immune function, and ADX-097, which demonstrates effective distribution to affected tissues and robust efficacy. With a team of experienced scientists and industry professionals, Q32 Bio is dedicated to restoring healthy immune balance through novel biologic therapies that target critical pathways in both the innate and adaptive immune systems.

Mirador Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
Mirador Therapeutics specializes in developing precision medicine technologies to tackle immune-mediated inflammatory and fibrotic diseases. The company's core offering is a proprietary data analytics engine that integrates comprehensive patient molecular profiles, pinpoints novel therapeutic targets, and facilitates the creation of targeted diagnostics. This enables researchers and healthcare providers to tailor treatments to individual patients' genetics, potentially enhancing outcomes for those with chronic conditions.

NextPoint Therapeutics

Series B in 2024
NextPoint Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that develops therapeutics to treat cancer patients. The company offers immunotherapies for a validated checkpoint axis that is independent of PD-1/L1 and modulates both adaptive and innate immune systems to find and destroy cancer cells. It advances therapeutic approaches utilizing the unique upregulation of HHLA2 in cancer as an anchor for tumor-targeting therapeutic modalities.

Areteia Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
Areteia Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for asthma, particularly eosinophilic asthma. Spun out from Knopp in Pennsylvania, the company aims to empower asthma patients by providing them with better control over their condition. Areteia is advancing an oral drug candidate that works by inhibiting the maturation of eosinophils, which are immune cells that can damage the airways and exacerbate asthma symptoms. The drug has shown promise in clinical trials, with results indicating its potential to reduce blood eosinophil counts, a key marker associated with improved lung function. This breakthrough could offer a much-needed accessible treatment option for millions of individuals suffering from this severe form of asthma, allowing them to manage their disease more effectively and improve their quality of life.

Sudo Biosciences

Series B in 2024
Sudo Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company focused on designing and developing innovative medicines that target the tyrosine kinase 2 (TYK2) pseudokinase domain. This domain plays a vital role in cytokine signaling pathways associated with various immune-mediated inflammatory conditions. Sudo Biosciences has a pipeline of next-generation TYK2 inhibitors, including a candidate aimed at treating multiple sclerosis and neurodegenerative diseases characterized by neuroinflammation, as well as a topical treatment for immune-mediated dermatologic diseases. The company's mission is to provide effective therapies for patients at competitive costs, thereby transforming their lives and addressing unmet medical needs.

Inhibrx

Acquisition in 2024
Inhibrx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company headquartered in La Jolla, California, that specializes in developing a diverse pipeline of novel biologic therapeutic candidates. The company's focus areas include oncology, orphan diseases, and infectious diseases, employing advanced protein engineering techniques, including its proprietary sdAb platform. Among its leading candidates is INBRX-109, a multivalent agonist of death receptor 5, currently in Phase 1 trials for treating solid tumors, including sarcomas. Another candidate, INBRX-105, serves as an antagonist of programmed death ligand 1 (PD-L1) and a conditional agonist of 4-1BB, also in Phase 1 trials for PD-L1 expressing tumors. Additional candidates include INBRX-101, aimed at alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and INBRX-103, targeting cluster of differentiation 47. The company's preclinical programs encompass innovative therapies such as INBRX-106, a hexavalent agonist of OX40, and INBRX-111, a multifunctional antibody targeting Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Founded in 2010, Inhibrx has established collaborations with prominent organizations and received funding from various granting agencies.

Graviton Bioscience

Private Equity Round in 2024
Graviton Bioscience is a clinical-stage drug discovery and development firm focused on creating and developing therapies for the treatment of CNS, autoimmune, fibrotic, and other significant disorders in which ROCK2 plays a critical role in pathology.

Sudo Biosciences

Series B in 2023
Sudo Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company focused on designing and developing innovative medicines that target the tyrosine kinase 2 (TYK2) pseudokinase domain. This domain plays a vital role in cytokine signaling pathways associated with various immune-mediated inflammatory conditions. Sudo Biosciences has a pipeline of next-generation TYK2 inhibitors, including a candidate aimed at treating multiple sclerosis and neurodegenerative diseases characterized by neuroinflammation, as well as a topical treatment for immune-mediated dermatologic diseases. The company's mission is to provide effective therapies for patients at competitive costs, thereby transforming their lives and addressing unmet medical needs.

Eligo Bioscience

Series B in 2023
Eligo Bioscience S.A.S is a biotechnology company founded in 2014 and based in Paris, France, specializing in the development of Eligobiotics, a novel class of antimicrobials. These therapeutics are designed to target specific bacteria based on their genomic information, utilizing a combination of CRISPR/Cas technology and engineered phage capsids. This advanced approach allows Eligo to create precision antibiotics aimed at eradicating resistant pathogens and virulent bacteria within the human microbiome. The applications of Eligobiotics extend beyond pharmaceuticals; they also encompass areas such as cosmetics and biodefense, addressing a variety of bacteria-associated diseases and offering next-generation solutions to combat superbugs.

T-Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
T-Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing engineered soluble biologics for oncological and immunological applications. The company utilizes a proprietary T cell receptor (TCR) discovery platform based on a highly humanized mouse model, which allows access to TCRs for human antigens that are typically unavailable from human samples. This innovative approach enables the binding of specific peptide-MHC (pMHC) targets on cells, facilitating the recruitment of T cells to combat cancer or modulate immune responses. Through its advanced capabilities in mouse genome engineering, single-cell genomics, machine learning, and structural biology, T-Therapeutics aims to enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from chronic and infectious diseases. The company's culture emphasizes creativity and collaboration, fostering an environment conducive to groundbreaking research and development in the biopharmaceutical field.

MeiraGTx Holdings

Post in 2023
MeiraGTx Holdings is a clinical-stage gene therapy company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative gene therapy products aimed at transforming the lives of patients with acquired and inherited disorders. The company focuses on addressing serious medical conditions, primarily targeting disorders related to the eye, salivary gland, and central nervous system. Its research and development efforts leverage a portfolio approach, which includes licensing, acquiring, and developing advanced technologies to support a diverse range of product candidates. Key pipeline products include AAV-CNGB3, AAV-CNGA3, and AAV-RPGR, among others. MeiraGTx operates in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union, with plans to expand its focus to develop additional gene therapy treatments for various serious diseases in the future.

MinervaX

Venture Round in 2023
MinervaX is a biotechnology company focused on developing maternal vaccines to prevent infections caused by Group B streptococcus (GBS), which can lead to serious adverse pregnancy outcomes and life-threatening conditions for newborns. The company leverages a specific fusion protein that has shown promise in eliciting protective immunity against various clinically relevant GBS strains. By concentrating on this innovative vaccine approach, MinervaX aims to provide medical professionals with effective tools to safeguard newborns from bacterial infections, ultimately enhancing maternal and infant health outcomes.

Mirati Therapeutics

Acquisition in 2023
Mirati Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, dedicated to developing innovative therapies for cancer patients. The company focuses on targeting the genetic and immunological drivers of cancer, with key product candidates including MRTX849, a KRAS G12C inhibitor currently in Phase I/II trials for various cancers such as non-small cell lung, colorectal, and pancreatic cancer. Additionally, Mirati is advancing sitravatinib, a spectrum-selective kinase inhibitor, which is undergoing Phase II trials for non-small cell lung cancer, alongside a preclinical program for a KRAS G12D inhibitor. The company has established collaborations with BeiGene, Ltd. for the development and commercialization of sitravatinib and with Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation for clinical research endeavors. Founded in 1995, Mirati Therapeutics continues to focus on addressing unmet medical needs in oncology.

ReCode Therapeutics

Series B in 2023
ReCode Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing precision medicines for pulmonary diseases, particularly targeting genetic conditions such as primary ciliary dyskinesia and cystic fibrosis. Founded in 2015 and based in Menlo Park, California, the company utilizes a groundbreaking selective organ targeting (SORT) lipid nanoparticle platform. This innovative technology facilitates the precise delivery of genetic therapies, including mRNA and gene correction therapeutics, to specific organs and cells beyond the liver. By overcoming limitations of traditional gene therapy approaches, ReCode Therapeutics aims to address the needs of patients with rare and life-limiting respiratory diseases, thus providing new treatment options for those affected by genetic disorders.

ROME Therapeutics

Series B in 2023
ROME Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases. Founded in 2019, the company utilizes the repeatome, which encompasses extensive segments of genetic material previously regarded as "junk DNA," to identify new drug targets and advance multiple discovery programs. ROME Therapeutics has assembled a team of experts in oncology, immunology, virology, and machine learning to drive its research and development efforts, aiming to harness this uncharted area of biology for effective treatments. Through its work, ROME seeks to provide healthcare professionals with powerful new options for addressing complex medical challenges.

Abcuro

Series B in 2023
Abcuro, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing immunotherapies for the treatment of autoimmunity and cancer. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, Abcuro specializes in creating therapeutic antibodies that target novel pathways in these diseases. The company employs advanced bioinformatics to analyze transcription data from human diseases, enabling them to identify new therapeutic targets within the immune system. By leveraging clinical insights and systematic target validation, Abcuro aims to develop immune-modulatory biotherapeutics that provide innovative treatment options for patients suffering from autoimmune disorders and cancer.

Tisento Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
Tisento Therapeutics, based in Massachusetts, specializes in developing innovative medicines to address diseases with substantial unmet medical needs. Its primary focus is on Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathy with Lactic Acidosis and Stroke (MELAS), a severe mitochondrial disorder. The company's therapies aim to treat mitochondrial diseases, both in the central nervous system and peripherally, by targeting key aspects of the disease's pathophysiology, including neuronal and mitochondrial function, cerebrovascular hemodynamics, and inflammatory processes. This approach enables patients to receive treatment promptly.

Veralox Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2023
Veralox Therapeutics specializes in the development of small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing the underlying pathologies of thrombosis and type one diabetes. The company focuses on innovative treatment paradigms informed by a deep understanding of the molecular mechanisms involved in these diseases. By targeting conditions such as heparin-induced thrombocytopenia and thrombosis, Veralox Therapeutics aims to enhance patient outcomes and facilitate complete recovery from diabetes. Through its research and development efforts, the company seeks to provide effective and transformative therapies for individuals affected by these serious health conditions.

Therini Bio

Series A in 2023
Therini Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing fibrin-targeting therapies aimed at treating inflammatory neurological and retinal diseases. The company leverages groundbreaking research from the Akassoglou lab at Gladstone/UCSF, which identifies fibrin as a crucial factor in driving chronic innate immune activation associated with various diseases. By creating therapeutics that address neuroinflammation and vascular dysfunction, Therini Bio aims to provide potential treatments for conditions such as multiple sclerosis, thereby enhancing the quality of life for patients facing these challenging health issues.

Provention Bio

Acquisition in 2023
Provention Bio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Oldwick, New Jersey, focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics aimed at intercepting and preventing immune-mediated diseases. The company's pipeline includes several product candidates, such as PRV-031 teplizumab, which is in Phase III trials for the interception of type 1 diabetes, and PRV-6527, an oral CSF-1R inhibitor currently in Phase IIa trials for Crohn's disease. Additional candidates include PRV-3279 for lupus, PRV-101, a vaccine for coxsackie virus B infections, and PRV-015, an anti-IL-15 monoclonal antibody in Phase IIb trials for non-responsive celiac disease. Provention Bio's approach aims to reduce the burden of chronic autoimmune and inflammatory diseases through early intervention. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is committed to leveraging its expertise in translational medicine and immunology to efficiently develop and partner with clinical-stage assets.

QurAlis

Series B in 2023
QurAlis Corporation is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing therapeutics for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neurodegenerative diseases. Established in 2016 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, QurAlis employs proprietary platforms and biomarkers to create precision medicines that target genetically validated disease-causing alterations. The company’s pipeline includes innovative treatments aimed at specific subtypes of ALS, such as therapies that restore dysfunctional cellular waste clearance, manage overactive neurons, and eliminate toxic proteins. Through its advanced antisense oligonucleotides and small molecule programs, QurAlis seeks to halt disease progression and significantly improve patient outcomes for those affected by ALS.

Avilar Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2023
Avilar Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery and development of innovative extracellular protein degraders, representing a new approach in targeted protein degradation. The company has created an integrated discovery platform aimed at extending protein degradation beyond intracellular proteins. Avilar's novel degraders function by binding to disease-causing proteins in circulation and transporting them to the hepatocyte endolysosome, where these unwanted proteins are degraded. This mechanism offers potential therapeutic solutions for the treatment of serious diseases, positioning Avilar Therapeutics at the forefront of advancing medical treatments through targeted protein management.

Provention Bio

Post in 2023
Provention Bio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Oldwick, New Jersey, focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics aimed at intercepting and preventing immune-mediated diseases. The company's pipeline includes several product candidates, such as PRV-031 teplizumab, which is in Phase III trials for the interception of type 1 diabetes, and PRV-6527, an oral CSF-1R inhibitor currently in Phase IIa trials for Crohn's disease. Additional candidates include PRV-3279 for lupus, PRV-101, a vaccine for coxsackie virus B infections, and PRV-015, an anti-IL-15 monoclonal antibody in Phase IIb trials for non-responsive celiac disease. Provention Bio's approach aims to reduce the burden of chronic autoimmune and inflammatory diseases through early intervention. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is committed to leveraging its expertise in translational medicine and immunology to efficiently develop and partner with clinical-stage assets.

NextPoint Therapeutics

Series B in 2023
NextPoint Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that develops therapeutics to treat cancer patients. The company offers immunotherapies for a validated checkpoint axis that is independent of PD-1/L1 and modulates both adaptive and innate immune systems to find and destroy cancer cells. It advances therapeutic approaches utilizing the unique upregulation of HHLA2 in cancer as an anchor for tumor-targeting therapeutic modalities.

MinervaX

Series C in 2022
MinervaX is a biotechnology company focused on developing maternal vaccines to prevent infections caused by Group B streptococcus (GBS), which can lead to serious adverse pregnancy outcomes and life-threatening conditions for newborns. The company leverages a specific fusion protein that has shown promise in eliciting protective immunity against various clinically relevant GBS strains. By concentrating on this innovative vaccine approach, MinervaX aims to provide medical professionals with effective tools to safeguard newborns from bacterial infections, ultimately enhancing maternal and infant health outcomes.

Escient Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2022
Escient Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, specializing in the development and manufacture of G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR)-targeted drugs aimed at treating neuro-immuno-inflammatory and autoreactive diseases. Founded in 2017, Escient focuses on harnessing the therapeutic potential of specific orphan GPCRs, particularly the Mas-Related G-Protein Receptors (Mrgprs). The company aims to provide innovative therapies for a variety of conditions, including mast cell-mediated disorders and cholestatic pruritus, thereby expanding treatment options for healthcare providers facing these complex diseases.

Normunity

Series A in 2022
Normunity is a biotechnology company focused on developing a new class of precision immuno-oncology medicines known as immune normalizers. These innovative therapies aim to restore the body's natural immune response against cancer by targeting novel mechanisms that disrupt immune function. Normunity collaborates closely with the lab of Dr. Lieping Chen at Yale School of Medicine, leveraging proprietary discovery platforms to explore complex interactions between cancer and the immune system. The company's emerging pipeline includes drug programs designed to address the exclusion of T-cells from immune-sensitive tumors and other factors that impede normal immune activity in cancer patients. Normunity operates from locations in Boston, Massachusetts, and West Haven, Connecticut.

Matchpoint Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Matchpoint Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing precision covalent medicines aimed at transforming the treatment of immune diseases and other serious illnesses. Utilizing its proprietary Advanced Covalent Exploration (ACE) platform, the company combines advanced chemoproteomics, machine learning, and the evolution of covalent chemistry libraries to enhance the discovery process. This innovative approach allows for deeper probing of the proteome to identify new binding sites on disease-causing proteins. Matchpoint is building an emerging pipeline of novel covalent medicines, with an initial emphasis on immunology.

Innovent Biologics

Post in 2022
Innovent Biologics, Inc. is a prominent biopharmaceutical company based in Suzhou, China, specializing in the discovery, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of monoclonal antibodies. The company focuses on therapeutic areas such as oncology, ophthalmology, immunology, and metabolic diseases. Its flagship product, Tyvyt (sintilimab), is an anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody approved for treating various cancers, including Hodgkin's lymphoma and esophageal carcinoma. Innovent's pipeline includes several important candidates, such as IBI-301, a rituximab biosimilar for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and IBI-303, an adalimumab biosimilar for autoimmune diseases. The company is also developing innovative therapies for conditions like hypercholesterolemia and various cancers. With a robust portfolio of commercialized products and ongoing strategic collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies, Innovent aims to expand its impact in the global biopharmaceutical landscape. Founded in 2011, Innovent is recognized as one of China's leading biotechnology firms.

Areteia Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Areteia Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for asthma, particularly eosinophilic asthma. Spun out from Knopp in Pennsylvania, the company aims to empower asthma patients by providing them with better control over their condition. Areteia is advancing an oral drug candidate that works by inhibiting the maturation of eosinophils, which are immune cells that can damage the airways and exacerbate asthma symptoms. The drug has shown promise in clinical trials, with results indicating its potential to reduce blood eosinophil counts, a key marker associated with improved lung function. This breakthrough could offer a much-needed accessible treatment option for millions of individuals suffering from this severe form of asthma, allowing them to manage their disease more effectively and improve their quality of life.

ReCode Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
ReCode Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing precision medicines for pulmonary diseases, particularly targeting genetic conditions such as primary ciliary dyskinesia and cystic fibrosis. Founded in 2015 and based in Menlo Park, California, the company utilizes a groundbreaking selective organ targeting (SORT) lipid nanoparticle platform. This innovative technology facilitates the precise delivery of genetic therapies, including mRNA and gene correction therapeutics, to specific organs and cells beyond the liver. By overcoming limitations of traditional gene therapy approaches, ReCode Therapeutics aims to address the needs of patients with rare and life-limiting respiratory diseases, thus providing new treatment options for those affected by genetic disorders.

OMass Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
OMass Therapeutics Limited is a biotechnology company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, established in 2016. The company specializes in drug discovery, utilizing structural mass spectrometry technology to develop innovative therapeutics aimed at difficult disease targets. Its platform allows clients to access native mass spectrometry without the need for sophisticated instrumentation or in-house expertise. This capability enables the study of complex protein assemblies and their interactions with other biological molecules, facilitating the development of drugs and biotherapeutics. OMass Therapeutics aims to provide a dynamic and collaborative environment for biotechnology and pharmaceutical clients to address challenging drug targets effectively.

Nucleai

Series B in 2022
Nucleai Ltd. is a spatial biology company based in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel, founded in 2017. It has developed an AI-powered pathology platform that enhances drug development and improves patient outcomes by analyzing tissue datasets to provide insights into cancer biology. The platform is designed to detect various diseases, including cancer, prostate, breast, and gastrointestinal conditions, through advanced machine learning and computer vision techniques. By improving the interpretation of biopsies and supporting treatment decisions, Nucleai aims to increase the efficacy of clinical trials and enhance patient care. The company collaborates with leading pharmaceutical firms, licensing its technology for internal research and participating in biomarker discovery projects. Nucleai serves hospitals and laboratories primarily in the United States and Israel.

Amunix

Acquisition in 2021
Amunix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative protein and peptide therapeutics aimed at treating cancer. The company employs several proprietary platforms, including XTEN for extending drug half-life, XPAT for analyzing protease activity in the tumor microenvironment, and ProTIA, which focuses on immuno-oncology therapeutics. Amunix's product pipeline includes prodrugs and transformative T-cell engagers designed to activate the immune system against solid tumors. The company collaborates with various academic, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical sectors, maintaining strategic partnerships with organizations such as Janssen and Biogen-Idec. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Amunix strives to deliver breakthroughs that can harness the immune system to combat cancer more effectively.

Origimm

Acquisition in 2021
Origimm is an Austrian biotechnology company focused on discovering antigens and functional drug targets. The company develops innovative treatments aimed at preventing and treating infectious diseases, as well as dermatological conditions linked to skin-colonizing microbes.

Gyroscope

Corporate Round in 2021
Gyroscope is a clinical-stage gene therapy company that specializes in developing treatments for retinal diseases, particularly focusing on Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), a major cause of blindness. The company leverages advancements in understanding the complement system's role in eye diseases and uses gene therapy as a therapeutic approach. Gyroscope's lead investigational therapy, GT005, is designed to be administered as a one-time treatment under the retina, aiming to restore balance to an overactive complement system by enhancing the production of the Complement Factor I protein. Currently, GT005 is undergoing evaluation in multiple clinical trials, including a Phase I/II trial named FOCUS and two Phase II trials called EXPLORE and HORIZON. Founded in 2016 in Stevenage, Herefordshire, by Andrew Lotery, David Kavanagh, and Peter Lachmann, Gyroscope seeks to provide innovative solutions for patients suffering from retinal diseases.

ReCode Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
ReCode Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing precision medicines for pulmonary diseases, particularly targeting genetic conditions such as primary ciliary dyskinesia and cystic fibrosis. Founded in 2015 and based in Menlo Park, California, the company utilizes a groundbreaking selective organ targeting (SORT) lipid nanoparticle platform. This innovative technology facilitates the precise delivery of genetic therapies, including mRNA and gene correction therapeutics, to specific organs and cells beyond the liver. By overcoming limitations of traditional gene therapy approaches, ReCode Therapeutics aims to address the needs of patients with rare and life-limiting respiratory diseases, thus providing new treatment options for those affected by genetic disorders.

Expansion Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Expansion Therapeutics is a drug discovery and development company focused on creating small molecule medicines for RNA-mediated diseases. The company specializes in developing novel RNA-targeted drug candidates that aim to address a wide range of severe medical conditions. By leveraging its innovative technology, Expansion Therapeutics seeks to provide transformative oral treatment options, enhancing the therapeutic landscape for patients suffering from these complex diseases.

ROME Therapeutics

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

Kadmon Holdings

Acquisition in 2021
Kadmon Holdings is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing small molecules and biologics for the treatment of inflammatory and fibrotic diseases. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, Kadmon's lead product candidates include Belumosudil (KD025), an orally administered selective inhibitor of rho-associated coiled-coil kinase 2, which is in Phase II clinical trials for chronic graft-versus-host disease and fibrotic diseases; KD045, an oral inhibitor of ROCK for fibrotic diseases; and KD033, an anti-PD-L1/IL-15 fusion protein for cancer treatment. The company also develops Tesevatinib for autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, ribavirin for hepatitis, and CLOVIQUE for Wilson’s disease. Kadmon has strategic collaborations with Nano Terra and Dyax Corp.

Translate Bio

Acquisition in 2021
Translate Bio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing messenger RNA (mRNA) therapeutics aimed at addressing diseases linked to protein or gene dysfunction. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts, the company is advancing its lead candidates, MRT5005 and MRT5201. MRT5005 is currently undergoing Phase I/II clinical trials for the treatment of cystic fibrosis, while MRT5201 is being developed for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency. Translate Bio was previously known as RaNA Therapeutics, Inc. before rebranding in June 2017. The company specializes in innovative therapies for rare diseases, leveraging the potential of RNA-based medicine.

Muna Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Muna Therapeutics is a private biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing therapies aimed at slowing or halting the progression of neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Frontotemporal Dementia, and Multiple Sclerosis. The company is dedicated to identifying innovative medicines that preserve cognitive functions and enhance resilience in individuals affected by these conditions. By prioritizing the development of suitable therapeutics, Muna Therapeutics aims to improve recovery outcomes for patients suffering from neurodegenerative diseases.

Glycomine

Series B in 2021
Glycomine, Inc. is a biotech company based in San Carlos, California, focused on developing nanomedicines for rare genetic disorders, particularly those related to protein and lipid glycosylation. Founded in 2014, the company addresses the significant unmet medical needs of patients suffering from rare diseases, of which approximately 7,000 exist globally, with a majority lacking FDA-approved treatments. Glycomine specializes in creating replacement therapies that combine substrates, enzymes, and proteins with advanced bio-nano materials. These therapeutics are designed to facilitate the targeted delivery of treatment to clinically relevant organs, thereby enhancing the efficacy of care for conditions characterized by metabolic disorders and protein misfolding.

Veralox Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Veralox Therapeutics specializes in the development of small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing the underlying pathologies of thrombosis and type one diabetes. The company focuses on innovative treatment paradigms informed by a deep understanding of the molecular mechanisms involved in these diseases. By targeting conditions such as heparin-induced thrombocytopenia and thrombosis, Veralox Therapeutics aims to enhance patient outcomes and facilitate complete recovery from diabetes. Through its research and development efforts, the company seeks to provide effective and transformative therapies for individuals affected by these serious health conditions.

Therini Bio

Seed Round in 2021
Therini Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing fibrin-targeting therapies aimed at treating inflammatory neurological and retinal diseases. The company leverages groundbreaking research from the Akassoglou lab at Gladstone/UCSF, which identifies fibrin as a crucial factor in driving chronic innate immune activation associated with various diseases. By creating therapeutics that address neuroinflammation and vascular dysfunction, Therini Bio aims to provide potential treatments for conditions such as multiple sclerosis, thereby enhancing the quality of life for patients facing these challenging health issues.

Tidal Therapeutics

Acquisition in 2021
Tidal Therapeutics is a preclinical biotech company based at LabCentral in Cambridge, MA. The company is focused on developing nanoparticles that deliver mRNA to reprogram immune cells inside the body with applications in oncology and immune diseases.

Icosavax

Series B in 2021
Icosavax, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing vaccines utilizing its proprietary virus-like particle (VLP) platform technology. This innovative approach allows for the multivalent, particle-based display of complex viral antigens, which is aimed at generating broad and durable immune responses. Icosavax focuses primarily on life-threatening respiratory diseases, with its lead vaccine candidate, IVX-121, targeting respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in older adults. The company's pipeline also includes candidates for human metapneumovirus (hMPV) and SARS-CoV-2, reflecting its commitment to advancing vaccine solutions for infectious diseases.

Novadiscovery

Series A in 2021
Novadiscovery SAS, based in Lyon, France, specializes in the development of Jinko, an in silico clinical trial simulation platform. Established in 2010, the company aims to support pharmaceutical and biotech firms in conducting virtual trials, allowing for the prediction of clinical benefits of new drugs prior to human testing. The platform is particularly focused on areas such as immuno-oncology, orphan diseases, metabolic diseases, and cardiotherapy. By leveraging advanced mathematics and intelligent algorithms, Jinko creates a virtual patient community that serves as digital lab rats, enabling researchers to optimize drug development, assess efficacy, and reduce associated costs.

Kymab

Acquisition in 2021
Kymab Limited is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, specializing in the discovery and development of fully human monoclonal antibody therapeutics. Founded in 2009, Kymab utilizes its proprietary Kymouse and IntelliSelect platforms to develop therapies targeting challenging and novel drug targets within immuno-oncology and immune-mediated diseases. The company's comprehensive antibody platforms are designed to maximize the diversity of human antibodies, enabling the creation of novel therapeutic options for conditions such as cancer and autoimmune diseases. Kymab has established strategic collaborations with Heptares Therapeutics and LifeArc to advance its research and development efforts. As a subsidiary of Kymab Group Limited, the company is focused on addressing unmet medical needs through innovative antibody-based therapies.

DICE Therapeutics

Series C in 2021
DICE Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing novel oral therapeutic candidates aimed at treating chronic diseases, particularly in immunology. Utilizing its proprietary DELSCAPE technology platform, DICE focuses on creating selective oral small molecules that can effectively modulate protein-protein interactions, similar to the efficacy of existing systemic biologics. The company's lead candidate, S011806, targets interleukin-17 (IL-17), a key pro-inflammatory molecule associated with various immunological conditions. Additionally, DICE is advancing oral therapies aimed at α4ß7 integrin and αVß1/αVß6 integrin, which are intended for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, respectively. Through its innovative approach, DICE Therapeutics aims to bring effective oral treatments to patients suffering from chronic inflammatory diseases.

Abcuro

Series A in 2021
Abcuro, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing immunotherapies for the treatment of autoimmunity and cancer. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, Abcuro specializes in creating therapeutic antibodies that target novel pathways in these diseases. The company employs advanced bioinformatics to analyze transcription data from human diseases, enabling them to identify new therapeutic targets within the immune system. By leveraging clinical insights and systematic target validation, Abcuro aims to develop immune-modulatory biotherapeutics that provide innovative treatment options for patients suffering from autoimmune disorders and cancer.

MinervaX

Series B in 2020
MinervaX is a biotechnology company focused on developing maternal vaccines to prevent infections caused by Group B streptococcus (GBS), which can lead to serious adverse pregnancy outcomes and life-threatening conditions for newborns. The company leverages a specific fusion protein that has shown promise in eliciting protective immunity against various clinically relevant GBS strains. By concentrating on this innovative vaccine approach, MinervaX aims to provide medical professionals with effective tools to safeguard newborns from bacterial infections, ultimately enhancing maternal and infant health outcomes.

Kiadis Pharma

Acquisition in 2020
Kiadis Pharma N.V. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, specializing in the development of cell-based immunotherapy products for blood cancers and inherited blood disorders. The company is currently advancing its product pipeline, which includes K-NK002, an adjunctive immunotherapeutic in Phase II trials for blood cancer patients undergoing haploidentical hematopoietic stem cell transplants, and K-NK003, which is in Phase I/II trials for patients with acute myeloid leukemia who are relapsed or refractory. Additionally, Kiadis Pharma is developing K-NK00X, a preclinical NK-cell therapy candidate aimed at treating various solid tumors. The company is engaged in collaborative efforts with multiple institutions to explore innovative treatments, including a combination of a monoclonal antibody and natural killer cells for COVID-19. Established in 1997, Kiadis Pharma addresses critical unmet medical needs in oncology through its innovative therapeutic approaches.

Q32 Bio

Series B in 2020
Q32 Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for severe autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Established in 2017, the company aims to address immune system dysregulation, providing treatment options for conditions that currently have limited or inadequate therapies. Q32 Bio's pipeline includes ADX-914, a human anti-IL-7R antibody designed to re-regulate adaptive immune function, and ADX-097, which demonstrates effective distribution to affected tissues and robust efficacy. With a team of experienced scientists and industry professionals, Q32 Bio is dedicated to restoring healthy immune balance through novel biologic therapies that target critical pathways in both the innate and adaptive immune systems.

Lava Therapeutics

Series C in 2020
Lava Therapeutics B.V. is a biotechnology company based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, focused on innovative cancer treatments. Founded in 2016, it specializes in the development of proprietary bispecific antibodies that engage gamma-delta T cells, aiming to harness the immune system's power to target and destroy tumor cells. The company's platform creates next-generation γδ T cell engaging antibodies designed for both hematological and solid tumors, emphasizing safety, potency, and cost-effectiveness in its biopharmaceuticals. By combining immune recruiting and activating functionalities, Lava Therapeutics seeks to transform cancer therapy and improve patient outcomes.

Escient Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2020
Escient Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in San Diego, California, specializing in the development and manufacture of G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR)-targeted drugs aimed at treating neuro-immuno-inflammatory and autoreactive diseases. Founded in 2017, Escient focuses on harnessing the therapeutic potential of specific orphan GPCRs, particularly the Mas-Related G-Protein Receptors (Mrgprs). The company aims to provide innovative therapies for a variety of conditions, including mast cell-mediated disorders and cholestatic pruritus, thereby expanding treatment options for healthcare providers facing these complex diseases.

Science 37

Venture Round in 2020
Science 37, Inc. is a technology-enabled clinical trial company that specializes in developing patient-centric models for clinical research, aimed at accelerating biomedical discovery. The company utilizes its innovative platform, NORA (Network Oriented Research Assistant), a cloud-based mobile research tool that facilitates communication between researchers, patients, and mobile nurses through videos, surveys, and photographs. By providing decentralized clinical trial services, Science 37 enables access to diverse patient populations that traditional site-based research may overlook. The company has established itself as a leader in conducting virtual trials, leveraging an extensive network of telemedicine investigators and home-health nurses to enhance patient enrollment and retention. Serving a wide range of clients, including pharmaceutical sponsors, biotech firms, and academic institutions, Science 37 aims to transform clinical research through its comprehensive, fully integrated trial platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Science 37 continues to innovate in the field of clinical research.

Principia Biopharma

Acquisition in 2020
Principia Biopharma Inc. is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in South San Francisco, California, focused on developing innovative therapies for immune-mediated diseases. The company's lead product, rilzabrutinib, is an inhibitor undergoing Phase III clinical trials for pemphigus and pemphigus foliaceus, as well as Phase 1/2 trials for immune thrombocytopenia and Phase 2 trials for IgG4-related disease. Additionally, Principia is developing PRN2246/SAR442168, which is in Phase II for multiple sclerosis and other central nervous system conditions, alongside PRN473, a drug candidate in Phase I trials for immune-mediated diseases. Principia Biopharma maintains a collaboration agreement with Genzyme Corporation for the development of treatments for MS and other CNS diseases. Originally incorporated in 2008, the company is dedicated to addressing significant unmet medical needs in immunology and oncology through its innovative drug development platform.

Kalobios Pharmaceuticals

Seed Round in 2020
KaloBios Pharmaceuticals provides medicines for respiratory diseases and certain cancers. The company is a biopharmaceutical company focused on advancing medicines for patients with neglected and rare diseases. They designed to overcome marketed antibody products.

NodThera

Series B in 2020
NodThera Limited is a biotechnology company engaged in the research and development of novel inhibitors targeting the NLRP3 inflammasome to address various inflammatory and neuroinflammatory diseases. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Little Chesterford, United Kingdom, with additional facilities in Seattle, Washington, and a corporate office in Lexington, Massachusetts, NodThera focuses on creating therapies for conditions such as arthritis, atherosclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. The company's drug development pipeline includes potent and selective NLRP3 inflammasome inhibitors designed to reduce pro-inflammatory cytokines associated with chronic inflammation, thereby enhancing treatment options for patients suffering from these chronic diseases.

Q32 Bio

Series A in 2020
Q32 Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for severe autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Established in 2017, the company aims to address immune system dysregulation, providing treatment options for conditions that currently have limited or inadequate therapies. Q32 Bio's pipeline includes ADX-914, a human anti-IL-7R antibody designed to re-regulate adaptive immune function, and ADX-097, which demonstrates effective distribution to affected tissues and robust efficacy. With a team of experienced scientists and industry professionals, Q32 Bio is dedicated to restoring healthy immune balance through novel biologic therapies that target critical pathways in both the innate and adaptive immune systems.

i2O Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2020
i2O Therapeutics, established in 2019 and headquartered in Saratoga, California, specializes in converting injectable biologic therapies into orally administrable pills using its proprietary ionic liquid technology. This innovative approach aims to enhance the permeability of epithelial barriers, enabling safe and effective oral delivery of peptides, proteins, and other traditionally injected drugs. The company focuses on developing next-generation oral therapies for metabolic and inflammatory diseases.

Synthorx

Acquisition in 2019
Synthorx, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of innovative protein therapeutics using advanced synthetic biology techniques. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, Synthorx focuses on its proprietary Synthorin programs aimed at treating cancer and autoimmune disorders. Its lead product candidate, THOR-707, is a modified form of recombinant human IL-2, currently being evaluated for various solid tumors both as a standalone treatment and in combination with immune checkpoint inhibitors. The company also develops Synthorins targeting IL-2 for autoimmune conditions, IL-10 for immuno-oncology applications, and IL-15 for regulating immune responses. Synthorx leverages a unique platform that enables the incorporation of synthetic DNA base pairs to enhance the specificity and efficacy of its protein therapeutics, thus offering improved treatment options for patients. Previously known as Alinos, Inc., the company acquired exclusive rights to its synthetic biology technology based on groundbreaking research from The Scripps Research Institute. As of January 2020, Synthorx operates as a subsidiary of Sanofi.

Icosavax

Series A in 2019
Icosavax, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing vaccines utilizing its proprietary virus-like particle (VLP) platform technology. This innovative approach allows for the multivalent, particle-based display of complex viral antigens, which is aimed at generating broad and durable immune responses. Icosavax focuses primarily on life-threatening respiratory diseases, with its lead vaccine candidate, IVX-121, targeting respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in older adults. The company's pipeline also includes candidates for human metapneumovirus (hMPV) and SARS-CoV-2, reflecting its commitment to advancing vaccine solutions for infectious diseases.

Veralox Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2019
Veralox Therapeutics specializes in the development of small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing the underlying pathologies of thrombosis and type one diabetes. The company focuses on innovative treatment paradigms informed by a deep understanding of the molecular mechanisms involved in these diseases. By targeting conditions such as heparin-induced thrombocytopenia and thrombosis, Veralox Therapeutics aims to enhance patient outcomes and facilitate complete recovery from diabetes. Through its research and development efforts, the company seeks to provide effective and transformative therapies for individuals affected by these serious health conditions.

Inozyme

Series A in 2019
Inozyme Pharma, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for rare diseases related to abnormal mineralization affecting the vasculature, soft tissue, and skeletal systems. The company's lead product candidate, INZ-701, is a recombinant protein designed to treat rare genetic conditions caused by ENPP1 and ABCC6 deficiencies, as well as calciphylaxis. Inozyme's therapies aim to address the underlying causes of these debilitating diseases, providing potentially disease-modifying treatments for conditions such as Generalized Arterial Calcification of Infancy and Autosomal Recessive Hypophosphatemic Rickets Type 2. The company has a licensing agreement with Yale University for certain therapeutic applications and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 2015, Inozyme is dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients affected by severe metabolic disorders associated with mineral imbalances.

BioNTech

Corporate Round in 2019
BioNTech is a Germany-based biotechnology company that specializes in developing innovative immunotherapies for cancer and other serious diseases, as well as vaccines for infectious diseases, including COVID-19. The company’s oncology pipeline includes a range of drug classes, such as mRNA-based drugs that encode antigens and neoantigens, cell therapies, bispecific antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates. BioNTech has established partnerships with several major pharmaceutical companies, enhancing its research and development capabilities. Its COVID-19 vaccine, Comirnaty, represents its first commercialized product, demonstrating the company's commitment to addressing urgent health challenges through advanced therapeutic approaches.

Kymera Therapeutics

Series B in 2018
Kymera Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, specializing in targeted protein degradation. Founded in 2015, the company employs a proprietary platform that utilizes the body's natural protein degradation system to selectively degrade disease-causing proteins. Kymera is advancing several therapeutic programs, including its IRAK4 program aimed at treating immunology-inflammation diseases such as hidradenitis suppurativa, atopic dermatitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Additionally, it is developing the IRAKIMiD program for MYD88-mutated diffuse large B cell lymphoma and the STAT3 program targeting hematologic malignancies, solid tumors, and autoimmune diseases. By focusing on previously untreatable conditions and using innovative small molecule modalities, Kymera Therapeutics aims to revolutionize drug discovery and create effective treatments for challenging diseases.

Enable Injections

Series B in 2018
Enable Injections, LLC is a company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, that specializes in developing wearable drug delivery devices designed for the subcutaneous administration of high-viscosity and high-volume therapeutics. Founded in 2010, Enable Injections produces a disposable bolus injector that can deliver up to 20 ml of medication directly from standard containers such as vials, syringes, or cartridges. Their innovative system allows for the automatic warming and mixing of lyophilized solutions, facilitating the reconstitution of powdered drugs into liquids before injection. The device features a user-friendly interface, enabling easy operation with a central button and a viewing window for monitoring progress. Additionally, Enable Injections offers partial or multi-vial transfer systems and a Bluetooth-enabled version for smartphone connectivity, positioning itself uniquely in the market for drug delivery solutions. The company aims to meet the growing demand for advanced injection technologies as the pharmaceutical industry develops new therapies requiring bolus injection methods.

Eden Biologics

Post in 2018
Eden Biologics is a biopharmaceutical company that focuses on developing biosimilars and providing contract development and manufacturing services to clients and partners in the biopharmaceutical industry. The company specializes in producing complex dosage forms, including oral solids, liquids, semi-solids for both prescription and over-the-counter products, as well as macromolecule biologics. Eden Biologics offers expertise in manufacturing biologics from cell line development through commercial production, with a global and regional regulatory affairs knowledge base to ensure affordability and accessibility of biopharmaceuticals worldwide.

Fulcrum Therapeutics

Series B in 2018
Fulcrum Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing novel therapies for patients with genetically defined diseases that have significant unmet medical needs. The company's lead product candidate, losmapimod, is a small molecule currently undergoing Phase 2b clinical trials for the treatment of facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, a rare condition characterized by progressive muscle wasting and disability. Another key candidate, FTX-6058, aims to upregulate fetal hemoglobin to treat sickle cell disease and beta-thalassemia. Fulcrum is also actively researching drug targets for other genetic disorders, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy and Friedreich ataxia, as well as neurological and pulmonary diseases. The company has established collaborations with Acceleron Pharma to explore biological targets in pulmonary disease and with MyoKardia to develop therapies for genetic cardiomyopathies. Founded in 2015, Fulcrum Therapeutics continues to focus on improving patient outcomes in rare disease contexts.

Evidation Health

Series C in 2018
Evidation Health, Inc. is a California-based company that specializes in developing digital tools and technologies for healthcare data analytics. Founded in 2012, the company connects digital health firms with healthcare providers, payers, and other stakeholders through its advanced technology solutions. Its primary offerings include a data platform that transforms everyday behavior data from various sources, such as sensors and devices, into meaningful health insights, and a technology-enabled service called Studies that facilitates real-world research using this data. Evidation Health aims to enhance the understanding of how daily behaviors impact health and disease, ultimately empowering individuals to engage in better health outcomes. The company's commitment to user privacy and control over health data has garnered trust from millions of individuals, enabling them to participate in innovative health programs and research.

Imbria Pharmaceuticals

Seed Round in 2018
Imbria Pharmaceuticals, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies targeting cardiometabolic disorders. The company focuses on understanding the underlying mechanisms of these diseases, particularly energetic impairment at the cellular level, to inform its therapeutic candidates. Imbria's pipeline aims to improve the lives of patients suffering from conditions such as non-obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, stable angina, and heart failure with preserved ejection fraction by restoring or enhancing cellular energy production.

Ablynx

Acquisition in 2018
Ablynx is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing Nanobodies®, a unique class of therapeutic proteins derived from single-domain antibody fragments. These Nanobodies are designed to treat serious human diseases, including inflammation, hematology, oncology, and pulmonary conditions. The company currently has around 25 projects in its pipeline, with five Nanobodies in clinical development. Ablynx's products aim to combine the advantages of conventional antibodies and small chemical molecules, offering patients innovative therapeutic options that can significantly impact society.

Bioverativ Therapeutics

Acquisition in 2018
Bioverativ Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for hemophilia and other rare blood disorders, including cold agglutinin disease, sickle cell disease, and beta thalassemia. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company aims to transform the lives of patients through innovative research and development. Bioverativ's pipeline features hemophilia therapies that offer less-frequent prophylactic dosing for hemophilia A and subcutaneous dosing for hemophilia B, as well as gene therapy programs for both types of hemophilia. Additionally, the company is working on Sutimlimab, a treatment aimed at inhibiting the complement pathway of the immune system to address cold agglutinin disease. As a subsidiary of Sanofi, Bioverativ continues to advance its mission to provide effective treatments for chronic blood disorders.

Expansion Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Expansion Therapeutics is a drug discovery and development company focused on creating small molecule medicines for RNA-mediated diseases. The company specializes in developing novel RNA-targeted drug candidates that aim to address a wide range of severe medical conditions. By leveraging its innovative technology, Expansion Therapeutics seeks to provide transformative oral treatment options, enhancing the therapeutic landscape for patients suffering from these complex diseases.

Inozyme

Series A in 2017
Inozyme Pharma, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for rare diseases related to abnormal mineralization affecting the vasculature, soft tissue, and skeletal systems. The company's lead product candidate, INZ-701, is a recombinant protein designed to treat rare genetic conditions caused by ENPP1 and ABCC6 deficiencies, as well as calciphylaxis. Inozyme's therapies aim to address the underlying causes of these debilitating diseases, providing potentially disease-modifying treatments for conditions such as Generalized Arterial Calcification of Infancy and Autosomal Recessive Hypophosphatemic Rickets Type 2. The company has a licensing agreement with Yale University for certain therapeutic applications and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 2015, Inozyme is dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients affected by severe metabolic disorders associated with mineral imbalances.

Thermalin

Series A in 2017
Thermalin, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cleveland, Ohio, founded in 2010, that focuses on developing innovative insulin therapies for individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. The company aims to transform the insulin and insulin delivery market, valued at $30 billion, through its cutting-edge, highly concentrated, ultra-rapid acting insulin and a novel glucose management system that is the size of a postage stamp. This insulin can also be utilized in existing insulin pumps, enhancing their efficiency. In addition to its lead program, Thermalin is exploring partnerships to create no-cold-chain basal and mix insulins, as well as glucose-responsive insulins. Its products are designed to be rapidly absorbing and do not require refrigeration, thereby reducing the burden of insulin therapy and improving patient adherence and health outcomes.

Evidation Health

Venture Round in 2017
Evidation Health, Inc. is a California-based company that specializes in developing digital tools and technologies for healthcare data analytics. Founded in 2012, the company connects digital health firms with healthcare providers, payers, and other stakeholders through its advanced technology solutions. Its primary offerings include a data platform that transforms everyday behavior data from various sources, such as sensors and devices, into meaningful health insights, and a technology-enabled service called Studies that facilitates real-world research using this data. Evidation Health aims to enhance the understanding of how daily behaviors impact health and disease, ultimately empowering individuals to engage in better health outcomes. The company's commitment to user privacy and control over health data has garnered trust from millions of individuals, enabling them to participate in innovative health programs and research.

Science 37

Series C in 2017
Science 37, Inc. is a technology-enabled clinical trial company that specializes in developing patient-centric models for clinical research, aimed at accelerating biomedical discovery. The company utilizes its innovative platform, NORA (Network Oriented Research Assistant), a cloud-based mobile research tool that facilitates communication between researchers, patients, and mobile nurses through videos, surveys, and photographs. By providing decentralized clinical trial services, Science 37 enables access to diverse patient populations that traditional site-based research may overlook. The company has established itself as a leader in conducting virtual trials, leveraging an extensive network of telemedicine investigators and home-health nurses to enhance patient enrollment and retention. Serving a wide range of clients, including pharmaceutical sponsors, biotech firms, and academic institutions, Science 37 aims to transform clinical research through its comprehensive, fully integrated trial platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Science 37 continues to innovate in the field of clinical research.

Eden Biologics

Private Equity Round in 2016
Eden Biologics is a biopharmaceutical company that focuses on developing biosimilars and providing contract development and manufacturing services to clients and partners in the biopharmaceutical industry. The company specializes in producing complex dosage forms, including oral solids, liquids, semi-solids for both prescription and over-the-counter products, as well as macromolecule biologics. Eden Biologics offers expertise in manufacturing biologics from cell line development through commercial production, with a global and regional regulatory affairs knowledge base to ensure affordability and accessibility of biopharmaceuticals worldwide.

Science 37

Series B in 2016
Science 37, Inc. is a technology-enabled clinical trial company that specializes in developing patient-centric models for clinical research, aimed at accelerating biomedical discovery. The company utilizes its innovative platform, NORA (Network Oriented Research Assistant), a cloud-based mobile research tool that facilitates communication between researchers, patients, and mobile nurses through videos, surveys, and photographs. By providing decentralized clinical trial services, Science 37 enables access to diverse patient populations that traditional site-based research may overlook. The company has established itself as a leader in conducting virtual trials, leveraging an extensive network of telemedicine investigators and home-health nurses to enhance patient enrollment and retention. Serving a wide range of clients, including pharmaceutical sponsors, biotech firms, and academic institutions, Science 37 aims to transform clinical research through its comprehensive, fully integrated trial platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Science 37 continues to innovate in the field of clinical research.

ImmuneXcite

Series A in 2016
ImmuneXcite, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Lexington, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of monoclonal antibodies for cancer treatment. Founded in 2007, the company utilizes its proprietary mAbXcite platform technology to enhance the efficacy of therapeutic monoclonal antibodies. This innovative approach involves chemically linking a unique carbohydrate, initially discovered at the Whitehead Institute at MIT, to monoclonal antibodies, thereby activating neutrophils to target and destroy cancer cells. ImmuneXcite's focus is on leveraging both innate and adaptive immune responses to create next-generation immune-activating biotherapeutics that address a wide range of tumor types, aiming to limit tumor growth and metastasis effectively. The company's research and development efforts have garnered support from various esteemed institutions and organizations, including the Massachusetts Technology Transfer Center and the National Cancer Institute.

Kineta (Reverse Merger With Yumanity Therapeutics)

Series A in 2016
Yumanity Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to transforming drug discovery for neurodegenerative diseases linked to protein misfolding. Founded in December 2014 by protein folding expert Susan Lindquist and biotech leader Tony Coles, Yumanity aims to develop innovative, disease-modifying therapies to address critical unmet medical needs in conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The company leverages proprietary platforms to identify potential therapeutic targets and has made progress in advancing a new chemical lead series specifically for Parkinson’s disease, while also exploring additional compounds for Alzheimer's disease and ALS.
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