Tenvie Therapeutics
Series A in 2025
Tenvie Therapeutics is a biotechnology company founded to improve patients' lives with neurological, cardiometabolic, and ophthalmic diseases. The company is focused on developing small molecules targeting brain inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and lysosomal issues, with a robust pipeline inherited from Denali Therapeutics. Tenvie is progressing a range of therapeutics aimed at addressing neurological, cardiometabolic, and ophthalmic conditions. Its collection of fully owned, highly brain-penetrant, and precisely designed peripherally restricted small molecules targets three main factors of disease: alleviating inflammation, correcting metabolic dysfunction, and rejuvenating lysosomal function.
Laurus Bio
Venture Round in 2024
Laurus Bio specializes in precision fermentation services, focusing on microbial fermentation-based manufacturing and product development. They produce animal-origin-free recombinant proteins, growth factors, and cell-culture media supplements, catering to industries such as cultured meat, biologics manufacturing, vaccines, stem cells, and regenerative medicine.
Shift Bioscience
Seed Round in 2024
Shift Bioscience employs simulation-guided techniques to identify safer gene factors for cellular rejuvenation, aiming to develop a drug family that treats multiple age-related diseases. Its high-throughput aging biomarker enables accurate cell simulations, with the goal of making full health in old age accessible via prescription.
Xaira Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2024
Xaira Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that leverages artificial intelligence to revolutionize drug discovery and development. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Xaira brings together machine learning experts, expansive data generation, and robust therapeutic product development to advance treatments for various diseases.
Metsera is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in developing innovative therapies for obesity and metabolic conditions. It focuses on advancing oral and injectable treatments, integrating proprietary health technology tools for personalized care.
Engrail Therapeutics
Series B in 2024
Founded in 2019, Engrail Therapeutics is dedicated to developing and commercializing neuro drugs. Its primary focus is on treating diseases related to the nervous system. The company's flagship compound, ENX-101, is a preclinical modulator of a receptor for GABA, a neurotransmitter in the brain.
Nocion Therapeutics
Series B in 2024
Nocion Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapies called 'nocions' that selectively target actively firing nociceptors to provide relief for serious conditions such as cough, itch, pain, and inflammation.
Comanche Biopharma
Series B in 2024
Comanche is a biopharmaceutical company developing an investigational siRNA medicine for preterm preeclampsia. Its mission is to provide safe, effective, evidence-based, and affordable therapies for treating life-threatening complications of pregnancy.
OnCusp Therapeutics
Series A in 2024
OnCusp Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to accelerating oncology medication innovation globally. It focuses on translating preclinical drug candidates into clinical proof-of-concept stage and advancing them for rapid global early clinical development.
PlasmaGen Biosciences
Venture Round in 2023
PlasmaGen Biosciences Pvt. Ltd., established in 2010 and based in Bengaluru, India, is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in plasma protein therapies. The company manufactures a range of products including PlasmaGlob and AlbuMax, brands of Normal Human Immunoglobulin for Intravenous use, PlasmaRho-D I.V. for Rh immunization suppression, PlasmaRAB for rabies infection prophylaxis, PlasmaHep for hepatitis B exposure, VerBumin for conditions like hypovolemic shock and burns, and Gammafact-VIII. These products cater to various medical fields such as hematology, oncology, immunology, pediatrics, rheumatology, dermatology, and neurology. The company serves clinicians, medical practitioners, corporate hospitals, and government institutions.
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.
Doceree is a healthcare marketing technology company that provides a platform and solutions to help pharmaceutical and healthcare brands reach healthcare professionals. Its programmatic platform supports physician engagement and targeted advertising across physician networks, medical journals, telemedicine platforms, and relevant digital channels, delivering compliant, scalable messages. The platform uses artificial intelligence, data segmentation, and analytics to identify target healthcare professionals and optimize reach across global digital ecosystems. Doceree serves pharmaceutical brands, medical device brands, consumer health brands, hospitals, and media agencies, enabling access to physician-only environments and enabling compliant engagement at scale.
K36 Therapeutics
Series B in 2023
K36 Therapeutics develops small molecule therapeutics for cancer treatment. It translates epigenetic modulation of oncogenic pathways into small molecule therapies.
BenchSci is a developer of a research intelligence platform that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance the efficiency of biomedical research. The company's technology translates both closed and open-access data into actionable recommendations for specific experiments, particularly in antibody extraction. By streamlining the experimental process, BenchSci allows researchers and scientists to conduct successful experiments more quickly and with reduced resource wastage. The platform is utilized by pharmaceutical companies and over 4,300 research centers globally, significantly contributing to the acceleration of drug discovery and biomedical advancements.
Comanche Biopharma
Venture Round in 2023
Comanche is a biopharmaceutical company developing an investigational siRNA medicine for preterm preeclampsia. Its mission is to provide safe, effective, evidence-based, and affordable therapies for treating life-threatening complications of pregnancy.
TandemAI is an advanced technology company dedicated to reinventing drug discovery infrastructure. The company integrates proprietary AI-driven, high-performance computation with its efficient, large-scale in-house wet lab operations to deliver a turnkey drug discovery solution.
Enzene Biosciences
Venture Round in 2023
Enzene Biosciences develops cost-effective biosimilars through advanced analytics and state-of-the-art manufacturing. It aims to provide affordable medicines swiftly, utilizing good manufacturing practices (GMP) processes.
Paradigm is rebuilding the clinical research ecosystem by developing a platform that allows all patients equitable access to trials while improving trial efficiency and lowering barriers to participation for healthcare providers. It is an innovative company that is dedicated to transforming the clinical research ecosystem. Their mission is to create a more accessible and equitable healthcare system by developing a platform that enables patients from diverse backgrounds to participate in clinical trials.
Clinical trials are essential for testing and developing new drugs, therapies, and medical devices, but historically, they have been plagued by inefficiencies, barriers to access, and inequities in patient representation. Paradigm aims to solve these challenges by creating a platform that uses technology and data-driven insights to streamline the clinical trial process, making it more efficient, cost-effective, and inclusive.
The Paradigm platform is designed to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration among all stakeholders involved in clinical research, including patients, healthcare providers, pharmaceutical companies, and regulatory agencies. By leveraging technology such as AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics, Paradigm can identify and match eligible patients to clinical trials, streamline the recruitment and enrollment process, and provide real-time data insights to all stakeholders.
Overall, Paradigm's innovative approach to clinical research has the potential to revolutionize the healthcare industry by improving patient outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and accelerating the development of new treatments and therapies.
Pulmocide
Series C in 2022
Founded in London in 2007, Pulmocide specializes in developing inhaled medicines targeting serious viral and fungal respiratory infections. Its focus is on creating drugs optimized for lung delivery to maximize efficacy while minimizing systemic exposure.
Elucidata
Series A in 2022
Elucidata Corporation, established in 2015 and based in New Delhi, India, specializes in accelerating drug discovery by translating phenotypic screenings into therapeutic strategies. The company's core offering is Polly, a proprietary SaaS platform that transforms drug discovery through curated biomedical molecular data. Polly hosts over 230,000 multi-omic datasets, with around 50,000 new datasets added monthly, and offers exclusive access to curated data ready for machine learning workflows. This platform enables 10x faster identification of therapeutic assets and has facilitated the detection of multiple validated drug targets across immunology, oncology, and metabolomic disorders. Polly supports discovery programs at prominent biopharma companies such as Pfizer, Agios Pharmaceuticals, Genentech, and Yale, with over 35 research partners from premier institutions.
RIGImmune
Funding Round in 2022
RIGImmune is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative immune-modulating therapies targeting RNA virus diseases and enhancing antitumor immune responses. The company focuses on creating novel treatments aimed at addressing a wide range of conditions associated with viral infections and certain cancers. Its therapeutic candidates are designed to improve treatment outcomes for viral respiratory infections, serving as adjuvants or boosters for healthcare providers. By advancing its research and development efforts, RIGImmune aims to contribute significantly to the treatment landscape for both viral and oncological diseases.
Peptone Ltd is a London-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions aimed at solving protein developability challenges within the biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, and life sciences sectors. The company offers a range of services, including antibody design and optimization, an extensive protein database, automated thermos-stability engineering, and the deployment of hybrid AI solutions. Its proprietary platform, CassandraAI, focuses on silico protein engineering, allowing for the efficient handling of complex tasks related to anomaly detection and failure risk assessment in protein development. By streamlining these processes, Peptone enables users to identify optimal pathways for therapeutic discovery, facilitating the generation of lab-quality molecules more swiftly and cost-effectively than traditional methods in the pharmaceutical industry.
Doceree is a healthcare marketing technology company that provides a platform and solutions to help pharmaceutical and healthcare brands reach healthcare professionals. Its programmatic platform supports physician engagement and targeted advertising across physician networks, medical journals, telemedicine platforms, and relevant digital channels, delivering compliant, scalable messages. The platform uses artificial intelligence, data segmentation, and analytics to identify target healthcare professionals and optimize reach across global digital ecosystems. Doceree serves pharmaceutical brands, medical device brands, consumer health brands, hospitals, and media agencies, enabling access to physician-only environments and enabling compliant engagement at scale.
K36 Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
K36 Therapeutics develops small molecule therapeutics for cancer treatment. It translates epigenetic modulation of oncogenic pathways into small molecule therapies.
Pulmocide
Series C in 2021
Founded in London in 2007, Pulmocide specializes in developing inhaled medicines targeting serious viral and fungal respiratory infections. Its focus is on creating drugs optimized for lung delivery to maximize efficacy while minimizing systemic exposure.
Pediatrix Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
Pediatrix Therapeutics specializes in pediatric pharmaceuticals, focusing on developing and distributing effective, clinically proven children's medicines. Its mission is to provide high-quality, affordable treatment options for Chinese children and families.
LakeShore Biopharma
Series B in 2021
Yisheng Biopharma Co., Ltd. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of immuno-oncology products and vaccines. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Beijing, the company operates in China, the United States, Cambodia, and Singapore. Yisheng Biopharma utilizes its novel PIKA immunomodulating technology to enhance immune responses against cancers and infectious diseases. Key products under development include YS-ON-001, an investigational therapy aimed at treating advanced solid tumors, as well as YS-HBV-001, a vaccine for hepatitis B, and a PIKA-based rabies vaccine designed for rapid protection against rabies infection. The company's innovative approach targets multiple immune pathways to improve treatment outcomes.
J-Pharma specializes in developing novel pharmaceuticals based on a human-genomic approach. Its intellectual property focuses on cell membrane transporters linked to various diseases, enabling the creation of targeted drugs and diagnostic methods. The company aims to improve global health and enhance quality of life for aging populations by generating new drug agents.
Citrine Medicine
Series A in 2020
Citrine Medicine is a rare disease-focused pharmaceutical firm.
Compass Therapeutics
Private Equity Round in 2020
Founded in 2014, Compass Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing antibody therapeutics to treat solid tumors and hematological malignancies. Its pipeline includes CTX-471, an agonistic antibody of CD137 for immune cell activation, currently in Phase I trials; CTX-8371, a bispecific antibody targeting PD-1 and PD-L1, in IND-enabling studies; and CTX-009, a bispecific antibody inhibiting DLL4 and VEGF-A signaling, completed Phase I and is in Phase Ib combination with chemotherapy.
Verve Therapeutics
Series A in 2020
Verve Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing genetic medicines for cardiovascular disease, aiming to transform treatment from chronic management to single-course gene editing therapies. It leverages human genetics analysis and gene-editing technology, with expertise in cardiovascular medicine, human genetics, gene editing, delivery technologies, drug development, and commercialization.
Checkmate Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2020
Checkmate Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing novel immunotherapies for cancer treatment, with a focus on CpG oligonucleotides. These oligonucleotides activate an anti-tumor T-cell response and are combined with checkpoint inhibition to enhance the immune system's ability to combat tumors. Checkmate Pharmaceuticals has formed strategic alliances with Merck KGaA and Pfizer to advance its clinical programs, aiming to increase the efficacy of existing immunotherapies and provide new treatment options for cancer patients.
NFlection Therapeutics
Series A in 2020
NFlection Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and developing targeted therapies for rare disorders, particularly focusing on neurofibromatosis type 1 and related conditions. The company specializes in addressing diseases driven by the aberrant activation of the Ras/Raf/MEK/ERK pathway, including cutaneous neurofibromas and other conditions such as immunosuppressant-mediated squamous cell carcinoma and congenital birthmarks. NFlection Therapeutics is known for its innovative approach to drug formulation, offering treatments in a cosmetically elegant gel that can be applied topically, allowing for localized suppression of the Ras pathway while minimizing systemic side effects associated with oral medications. Established in 2014, the company is headquartered in Wayne, Pennsylvania.
Arvelle Therapeutics
Series A in 2020
Arvelle Therapeutics GmbH is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, founded in 2019. The company is dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative treatments for patients suffering from central nervous system (CNS) disorders. Its primary focus is on cenobamate, an investigational antiepileptic drug aimed at providing effective solutions for patients experiencing focal seizures. Through its efforts, Arvelle Therapeutics seeks to enhance the quality of care available to individuals affected by debilitating neurological and neuromuscular diseases.
Avalyn Pharma
Series B in 2020
Avalyn Pharma is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for severe respiratory diseases, notably idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Established in 2011, the company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
Rallybio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for severe and rare diseases. Its programs cover hematology, immuno-inflammation, maternal-fetal health and metabolic disorders, with a lead candidate aimed at preventing fetal and neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia, a life-threatening condition that can cause bleeding in fetuses and newborns. Founded in 2018 and based in New Haven, Connecticut, Rallybio develops therapies across antibodies, small molecules and engineered proteins to address unmet needs in rare diseases. Guided by experienced biopharma leadership, the company emphasizes translating biology into transformative therapies for underserved patients.
BenchSci is a developer of a research intelligence platform that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance the efficiency of biomedical research. The company's technology translates both closed and open-access data into actionable recommendations for specific experiments, particularly in antibody extraction. By streamlining the experimental process, BenchSci allows researchers and scientists to conduct successful experiments more quickly and with reduced resource wastage. The platform is utilized by pharmaceutical companies and over 4,300 research centers globally, significantly contributing to the acceleration of drug discovery and biomedical advancements.
Adagene is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing immuno-oncology antibodies targeting novel epitopes. It employs its proprietary Smart Antibody Technology to enhance success rates, expedite time to market, and reduce development costs for therapeutic antibodies.
Insilico Medicine
Series B in 2019
Insilico Medicine, Inc. is a biotechnology company that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to transform drug discovery, biomarker development, and aging research. Founded in 2014 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company has established itself as a pioneer in applying advanced AI techniques, such as generative adversarial networks and reinforcement learning, to create novel molecular structures for various diseases, including cancer and age-related conditions. Insilico Medicine operates an integrated platform that covers all stages of drug discovery, from initial research to clinical trial analysis. Its projects include Pharma.AI, which offers machine learning services to various sectors, and Young.AI, a platform focused on aging predictors. The company also pursues internal drug discovery initiatives targeting diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, and has partnered with Life Extension to produce nutraceutical products utilizing deep learning and bioinformatics. Additionally, Insilico Medicine provides consumer applications aimed at enhancing health and longevity.
Sironax is a clinical‑stage biotechnology company that develops therapies for age‑related degenerative diseases. The company focuses on mechanisms such as regulated cell death, neuroprotective pathways, and neuroinflammation, aiming to shift the treatment paradigm for these conditions. Its research includes apoptosis and other cell‑death pathways to create advanced pharmaceuticals for inflammatory and neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2017, Sironax is headquartered in Beijing, China.
LunaPBC
Venture Round in 2019
LunaPBC, Inc. is a Public Benefit Corporation based in San Diego, California, focused on developing a community-owned platform for health and DNA research. The company's primary offering is LunaDNA, a genomic and medical research knowledge database that enables individuals to share their health and DNA data for research purposes. This platform facilitates collaborations with pharmaceutical companies, insurance providers, and healthcare IT organizations to drive advancements in medical discoveries. By allowing members to contribute their health data, LunaPBC not only supports vital health research projects but also ensures that participants can share in the financial benefits arising from medical breakthroughs, fostering a sense of community ownership and engagement in the research process.
Verve Therapeutics
Series A in 2019
Verve Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing genetic medicines for cardiovascular disease, aiming to transform treatment from chronic management to single-course gene editing therapies. It leverages human genetics analysis and gene-editing technology, with expertise in cardiovascular medicine, human genetics, gene editing, delivery technologies, drug development, and commercialization.
Nocion Therapeutics
Series A in 2019
Nocion Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapies called 'nocions' that selectively target actively firing nociceptors to provide relief for serious conditions such as cough, itch, pain, and inflammation.
Structure Therapeutics
Series A in 2019
Structure Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing oral small-molecule medicines for chronic diseases with high unmet medical needs. Its platform combines structure-based drug design, computational chemistry, and data integration to create orally available therapies that overcome limitations of biologics and peptide drugs. The company concentrates on targeting G-protein coupled receptors and other mechanisms, leveraging structural insights to identify differentiated, efficacious, and safe treatments. Its programs address cardiovascular, metabolic, and pulmonary conditions, with a focus on delivering convenient, effective medicines that can offer broad patient impact and commercial potential. Structure Therapeutics conducts its research and development activities across its pipeline within a single organization and seeks to advance clinical candidates through development.
Caplin Point Laboratories
Venture Round in 2019
Caplin Point Laboratories Limited is an India-based pharmaceutical company founded in 1990, specializing in the development, manufacture, and marketing of generic and branded generic formulations. The company offers a diverse range of products, including tablets, capsules, injections (both liquid and lyophilized), ophthalmic solutions, soft gel capsules, ointments, creams, gels, and various specialized formulations such as pre-filled syringes and inhalers. Caplin Point has a strong presence in emerging markets, particularly in Latin America, the Caribbean, and parts of Africa, with over 2000 product licenses globally. The company operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility approved by regulatory bodies such as the US FDA and EU-GMP, enabling it to expand into regulated markets for injectables. In addition to its pharmaceutical offerings, Caplin Point also runs an e-commerce platform called QueTenX.
Checkmate Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2018
Checkmate Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing novel immunotherapies for cancer treatment, with a focus on CpG oligonucleotides. These oligonucleotides activate an anti-tumor T-cell response and are combined with checkpoint inhibition to enhance the immune system's ability to combat tumors. Checkmate Pharmaceuticals has formed strategic alliances with Merck KGaA and Pfizer to advance its clinical programs, aiming to increase the efficacy of existing immunotherapies and provide new treatment options for cancer patients.
Avidity Biosciences
Series B in 2018
Avidity Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company developing antibody oligonucleotide conjugates to enable tissue-selective delivery and precision RNA therapies for serious diseases. Its AOC platform combines monoclonal antibody tissue targeting with oligonucleotide therapies to access previously undruggable tissues and genetic drivers. The lead candidate, AOC 1001, targets myotonic dystrophy type 1, and its muscle programs address muscle atrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, and Pompe disease. The pipeline also includes immune and other cell-type programs, including Del-zota for DMD, Del-desiran for DM1, and Del-brax for FSHD. Avidity is based in La Jolla, California.
Modis Therapeutics
Series A in 2018
Modis Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing disease-modifying therapies for rare genetic diseases characterized by high unmet medical needs. Incorporated in 2016 and based in Oakland, California, the company is known for its lead therapy, MT1621, which aims to restore mitochondrial DNA replication fidelity. This therapy specifically targets thymidine kinase 2 deficiency (TK2d), an inherited mitochondrial disorder. By improving nucleotide balance and increasing mitochondrial DNA copy number, Modis Therapeutics' approach seeks to enhance cellular function and prolong the lives of affected patients. As of September 2019, Modis Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Zogenix, Inc.
PharmEasy
Series C in 2018
PharmEasy is a health tech startup founded in 2015 by Dharmil Sheth, Mikhil Innani, and Dhaval Shah as a subsidiary of Ascent Health. The company operates an online platform that offers a range of healthcare services, including teleconsultation, medicine deliveries, and diagnostic test sample collections. By digitizing the pharmaceutical supply chain, PharmEasy connects patients with local pharmacies and diagnostic centers, facilitating access to essential medicines and healthcare products. This approach aims to make healthcare services more available, affordable, and accessible to patients.
TraceLink
Series D in 2018
TraceLink develops and provides track-and-trace solutions for the life sciences supply chain. Its primary offering is TraceLink Life Sciences Cloud, enabling pharmaceutical serialization and compliance with regulations like EU Falsified Medicines Directive. The company serves pharmaceutical companies, distributors, and repackagers, with strategic partnerships to enhance its services.
Compass Therapeutics
Series A in 2018
Founded in 2014, Compass Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing antibody therapeutics to treat solid tumors and hematological malignancies. Its pipeline includes CTX-471, an agonistic antibody of CD137 for immune cell activation, currently in Phase I trials; CTX-8371, a bispecific antibody targeting PD-1 and PD-L1, in IND-enabling studies; and CTX-009, a bispecific antibody inhibiting DLL4 and VEGF-A signaling, completed Phase I and is in Phase Ib combination with chemotherapy.
TraceLink
Series D in 2018
TraceLink develops and provides track-and-trace solutions for the life sciences supply chain. Its primary offering is TraceLink Life Sciences Cloud, enabling pharmaceutical serialization and compliance with regulations like EU Falsified Medicines Directive. The company serves pharmaceutical companies, distributors, and repackagers, with strategic partnerships to enhance its services.
Hua Medicine
Series D in 2018
Hua Medicine is a clinical-stage drug development company in China focused on therapies for diabetes and CNS disorders. It develops Dorzagliatin (also known as HMS5552), an oral, first-in-class glucokinase activator for type 2 diabetes, and has advanced Dorzagliatin into NDA-enabling work and Phase III trials in China, including studies in drug-naive and metformin-treated patients. The company is pursuing Dorzagliatin in combination with metformin and in combination with DPP-4 inhibitors, SGLT-2 inhibitors, and insulin in various development stages. In addition, Hua Medicine is developing mGluR5 candidates for Parkinson's disease and related levodopa-induced dyskinesia. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Shanghai, China.
Orchard Therapeutics
Series B in 2017
Orchard Therapeutics is a UK-based biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative gene therapies for rare diseases. Its core focus is autologous ex vivo gene therapy, transforming hematopoietic stem cells into a gene-modified drug product for single-administration treatments. The company's portfolio includes Strimvelis, approved by the EMA in 2016, and several programs in advanced registrational studies across various disease areas.
Apellis Pharmaceuticals
Series E in 2017
Apellis Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic compounds through inhibiting the complement system for treating autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Its lead product candidate, pegcetacoplan, is in Phase III trials for geographic atrophy in age-related macular degeneration and paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, among other indications.
Indalo Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2017
Indalo Therapeutics is a preclinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for patients affected by fibrotic diseases. The company is built on significant scientific advancements and aims to address critical unmet medical needs in the fibrosis domain. By leveraging advanced understanding of the molecular mechanisms behind abnormal scarring, Indalo Therapeutics seeks to create treatments that can halt or even reverse fibrosis. The organization is comprised of a skilled team of pharmaceutical scientists and executives, dedicated to improving patient outcomes through novel therapeutic approaches.
PlasmaGen Biosciences
Venture Round in 2017
PlasmaGen Biosciences Pvt. Ltd., established in 2010 and based in Bengaluru, India, is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in plasma protein therapies. The company manufactures a range of products including PlasmaGlob and AlbuMax, brands of Normal Human Immunoglobulin for Intravenous use, PlasmaRho-D I.V. for Rh immunization suppression, PlasmaRAB for rabies infection prophylaxis, PlasmaHep for hepatitis B exposure, VerBumin for conditions like hypovolemic shock and burns, and Gammafact-VIII. These products cater to various medical fields such as hematology, oncology, immunology, pediatrics, rheumatology, dermatology, and neurology. The company serves clinicians, medical practitioners, corporate hospitals, and government institutions.
VYNE Therapeutics
Series C in 2017
VYNE Therapeutics Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for dermatological conditions. It offers AMZEEQ, a topical minocycline treatment for non-nodular moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris in patients aged 9 and older. The company is advancing its pipeline with FMX103, currently in Phase III clinical trials for moderate-to-severe papulopustular rosacea in adults, and FCD105, a topical combination foam under investigation in Phase II trials for moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris. Additionally, VYNE is developing Serlopitant, an oral NK1 receptor antagonist aimed at addressing pruritus associated with prurigo nodularis, as well as exploring therapies for other immuno-inflammatory conditions. Formerly known as Menlo Therapeutics Inc., the company rebranded in September 2020 and is headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey.
Compass Therapeutics
Series A in 2017
Founded in 2014, Compass Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing antibody therapeutics to treat solid tumors and hematological malignancies. Its pipeline includes CTX-471, an agonistic antibody of CD137 for immune cell activation, currently in Phase I trials; CTX-8371, a bispecific antibody targeting PD-1 and PD-L1, in IND-enabling studies; and CTX-009, a bispecific antibody inhibiting DLL4 and VEGF-A signaling, completed Phase I and is in Phase Ib combination with chemotherapy.
Checkmate Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2017
Checkmate Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing novel immunotherapies for cancer treatment, with a focus on CpG oligonucleotides. These oligonucleotides activate an anti-tumor T-cell response and are combined with checkpoint inhibition to enhance the immune system's ability to combat tumors. Checkmate Pharmaceuticals has formed strategic alliances with Merck KGaA and Pfizer to advance its clinical programs, aiming to increase the efficacy of existing immunotherapies and provide new treatment options for cancer patients.
Genoa Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2017
Genoa Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, develops therapies for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). It develops GP-101, an aerosol pirfenidone formulation for direct inhalation delivery to the lungs for the treatment of IPF. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in San Diego, California.
Promentis Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2017
Founded in 2006, Promentis Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It develops therapies targeting the central nervous system for treating neuropsychiatric disorders such as impulse control disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Pulmocide
Series B in 2017
Founded in London in 2007, Pulmocide specializes in developing inhaled medicines targeting serious viral and fungal respiratory infections. Its focus is on creating drugs optimized for lung delivery to maximize efficacy while minimizing systemic exposure.
Avalyn Pharma
Venture Round in 2017
Avalyn Pharma is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for severe respiratory diseases, notably idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Established in 2011, the company is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
TraceLink
Series C in 2016
TraceLink develops and provides track-and-trace solutions for the life sciences supply chain. Its primary offering is TraceLink Life Sciences Cloud, enabling pharmaceutical serialization and compliance with regulations like EU Falsified Medicines Directive. The company serves pharmaceutical companies, distributors, and repackagers, with strategic partnerships to enhance its services.
Eywa Pharma
Venture Round in 2016
Eywa Pharma is a global generic pharmaceutical company established by a team of experienced professionals with a strong background in the pharmaceutical industry. The company focuses on manufacturing a diverse range of generic medications that span various therapeutic areas and dosage forms, including tablets, capsules, and oral suspensions. Through a combination of in-house development and strategic in-licensing, Eywa Pharma aims to ensure continuous access to effective and affordable medicines for patients and healthcare systems.
Promentis Pharmaceuticals
Venture Round in 2016
Founded in 2006, Promentis Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It develops therapies targeting the central nervous system for treating neuropsychiatric disorders such as impulse control disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Denali Therapeutics
Series B in 2016
Denali Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing therapies for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The company is advancing several therapeutic candidates, including LRRK2 inhibitors like DNL201 and DNL151 for Parkinson's disease, and DNL747, a RIPK1 inhibitor targeting Alzheimer's and ALS. Denali's innovative approaches also include enzyme replacement therapy for MPS II and antibody transport vehicle programs aimed at addressing alpha-synuclein and Tau pathology. Established in 2013 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Denali collaborates with notable organizations including Takeda, Genentech, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation to leverage research and development in the field of neurodegeneration. The company aims to translate scientific insights into effective treatments, contributing to the ongoing effort to combat these debilitating conditions.
Orchard Therapeutics
Series A in 2016
Orchard Therapeutics is a UK-based biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative gene therapies for rare diseases. Its core focus is autologous ex vivo gene therapy, transforming hematopoietic stem cells into a gene-modified drug product for single-administration treatments. The company's portfolio includes Strimvelis, approved by the EMA in 2016, and several programs in advanced registrational studies across various disease areas.
Hua Medicine
Series C in 2016
Hua Medicine is a clinical-stage drug development company in China focused on therapies for diabetes and CNS disorders. It develops Dorzagliatin (also known as HMS5552), an oral, first-in-class glucokinase activator for type 2 diabetes, and has advanced Dorzagliatin into NDA-enabling work and Phase III trials in China, including studies in drug-naive and metformin-treated patients. The company is pursuing Dorzagliatin in combination with metformin and in combination with DPP-4 inhibitors, SGLT-2 inhibitors, and insulin in various development stages. In addition, Hua Medicine is developing mGluR5 candidates for Parkinson's disease and related levodopa-induced dyskinesia. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Shanghai, China.
Cipla Health
Venture Round in 2016
Cipla Health is a pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing consumer healthcare products. It specializes in creating over-the-counter medicines, including nicotine replacement therapy gum, cough lozenges, immunity booster supplements, and pregnancy care medicines. By focusing on these areas, Cipla Health aims to enhance the healthcare experience for patients and consumers alike. Its commitment to providing accessible and effective healthcare solutions underscores its role in the wellness sector.
Adagene is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing immuno-oncology antibodies targeting novel epitopes. It employs its proprietary Smart Antibody Technology to enhance success rates, expedite time to market, and reduce development costs for therapeutic antibodies.
VYNE Therapeutics
Series B in 2015
VYNE Therapeutics Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for dermatological conditions. It offers AMZEEQ, a topical minocycline treatment for non-nodular moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris in patients aged 9 and older. The company is advancing its pipeline with FMX103, currently in Phase III clinical trials for moderate-to-severe papulopustular rosacea in adults, and FCD105, a topical combination foam under investigation in Phase II trials for moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris. Additionally, VYNE is developing Serlopitant, an oral NK1 receptor antagonist aimed at addressing pruritus associated with prurigo nodularis, as well as exploring therapies for other immuno-inflammatory conditions. Formerly known as Menlo Therapeutics Inc., the company rebranded in September 2020 and is headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey.
Aclaris Therapeutics
Series C in 2015
Aclaris Therapeutics is a United States-based clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel therapies for immuno-inflammatory diseases and dermatology, aiming to address unmet medical and aesthetic needs where treatment options are limited. The company operates two segments, therapeutics and contract research, with the therapeutics business pursuing innovative treatments for immuno-inflammatory conditions while the contract research segment provides laboratory services. Its pipeline includes Zunsemetinib, an oral MK2 inhibitor, and ATI-2138, among other drug candidates.
Proteostasis Therapeutics
Series B in 2015
Proteostasis Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing small molecule therapies that regulate the body's protein homeostasis network to treat cystic fibrosis and other genetic or degenerative diseases. It develops Proteostasis Regulators intended to restore proteostasis balance and address conditions such as cystic fibrosis, emphysema, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disorders. In CF, its lead candidates include PTI-801, a CFTR corrector; PTI-808, a CFTR potentiator; and PTI-428, a CFTR amplifier. The company collaborates with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to research, develop, and commercialize CF-related products, and has licensing relationships with Genentech. It was founded in 2006, formerly known as Proteoguard, and was renamed Proteostasis Therapeutics in 2007, based in Boston. It was acquired by Yumanity Therapeutics in 2020 in a reverse merger.
Cogent Biosciences
Series B in 2015
Cogent Biosciences is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing precision therapies for genetically defined diseases, aiming to treat the underlying causes and improve patient lives. The company employs proprietary T-cell engineering technology alongside tumor-targeting antibodies to harness the body's immune system against cancer. One of its key programs, CGT9486, is a selective tyrosine kinase inhibitor designed to inhibit specific mutations in KIT exon 17, which are associated with Systemic Mastocytosis and advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).
Denali Therapeutics
Series A in 2015
Denali Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing therapies for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The company is advancing several therapeutic candidates, including LRRK2 inhibitors like DNL201 and DNL151 for Parkinson's disease, and DNL747, a RIPK1 inhibitor targeting Alzheimer's and ALS. Denali's innovative approaches also include enzyme replacement therapy for MPS II and antibody transport vehicle programs aimed at addressing alpha-synuclein and Tau pathology. Established in 2013 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Denali collaborates with notable organizations including Takeda, Genentech, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation to leverage research and development in the field of neurodegeneration. The company aims to translate scientific insights into effective treatments, contributing to the ongoing effort to combat these debilitating conditions.
Symbiomix Therapeutics
Series A in 2015
Symbiomix Therapeutics, LLC is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for serious women's health infections, particularly those that have been historically overlooked. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Newark, New Jersey, with additional offices in Baltimore, Maryland, and Hamden, Connecticut, the company specializes in antibiotics for gynecologic infections. Its lead product, Solosec (secnidazole), is a next-generation 5-nitroimidazole antibiotic designed for the one-time oral treatment of bacterial vaginosis. This drug is characterized by its enhanced pharmacokinetic properties, allowing for effective and well-tolerated delivery in a single dose. Symbiomix Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Lupin Inc.
Dimension Therapeutics
Series B in 2015
Dimension Therapeutics, Inc. is a gene therapy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of innovative treatments for rare and metabolic diseases associated with the liver. Founded in 2013, the company has a robust pipeline of gene therapy programs, including DTX101 and DTX201 for hemophilia B and A, respectively. Additionally, its portfolio encompasses DTX301 for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency, DTX401 for glycogen storage disease type Ia, DTX501 for phenylketonuria, DTX701 for Wilson disease, and DTX601 for citrullinemia type I. Dimension Therapeutics collaborates with REGENX Biosciences, gaining access to a significant portfolio of patents related to adeno-associated virus (AAV) therapeutics. This collaboration supports the company's aim to advance its gene therapy platform and enhance its product development capabilities in the treatment of rare diseases. Dimension Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. since November 2017.
Mersana Therapeutics
Series B in 2015
Mersana Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that develops antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for cancer patients with unmet medical needs. It leverages proprietary ADC platforms, including Dolaflexin, Dolasynthen, and Immunosynthen, to create a diverse pipeline of product candidates designed to improve therapeutic benefit and address oncology indications underserved by traditional ADCs. The lead candidate XMT-1536 targets NaPi2b and is in Phase I trials for ovarian cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and other indications. The company also advances additional programs such as Emi-Le (XMT-1660), XMT-2056, XMT-2068, and XMT-2175, reflecting its focus on next-generation ADCs. Mersana is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and was founded in 2005.
TraceLink
Series B in 2015
TraceLink develops and provides track-and-trace solutions for the life sciences supply chain. Its primary offering is TraceLink Life Sciences Cloud, enabling pharmaceutical serialization and compliance with regulations like EU Falsified Medicines Directive. The company serves pharmaceutical companies, distributors, and repackagers, with strategic partnerships to enhance its services.
Innovent Biologics
Series C in 2015
Innovent Biologics is a China-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures, and commercializes monoclonal antibodies. It operates a platform for antibody therapeutics across oncology, ophthalmology, immunology, and metabolic diseases, with Tyvyt (sintilimab) as its core asset, a PD-1 inhibitor used in first-line and other cancer indications. The company develops a broad pipeline including biosimilars and novel antibodies and provides distribution, consulting, and R&D services. It maintains strategic collaborations with global partners, including a co-development arrangement with MD Anderson Cancer Center and an alliance with Eli Lilly for TYVYT, and has more than 30 collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies. Innovent is listed on the Hong Kong Exchange and maintains manufacturing and development capabilities in China with a growing portfolio of oncology and non-oncology products marketed domestically and internationally.
HQ Medical Technology
Venture Round in 2015
Huan Qui Li Kang Technology is an hemostatic product manufacturer.
Adagene is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing immuno-oncology antibodies targeting novel epitopes. It employs its proprietary Smart Antibody Technology to enhance success rates, expedite time to market, and reduce development costs for therapeutic antibodies.
Cogent Biosciences
Series A in 2014
Cogent Biosciences is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing precision therapies for genetically defined diseases, aiming to treat the underlying causes and improve patient lives. The company employs proprietary T-cell engineering technology alongside tumor-targeting antibodies to harness the body's immune system against cancer. One of its key programs, CGT9486, is a selective tyrosine kinase inhibitor designed to inhibit specific mutations in KIT exon 17, which are associated with Systemic Mastocytosis and advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).
Aclaris Therapeutics
Series B in 2014
Aclaris Therapeutics is a United States-based clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel therapies for immuno-inflammatory diseases and dermatology, aiming to address unmet medical and aesthetic needs where treatment options are limited. The company operates two segments, therapeutics and contract research, with the therapeutics business pursuing innovative treatments for immuno-inflammatory conditions while the contract research segment provides laboratory services. Its pipeline includes Zunsemetinib, an oral MK2 inhibitor, and ATI-2138, among other drug candidates.
Dimension Therapeutics
Series A in 2014
Dimension Therapeutics, Inc. is a gene therapy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of innovative treatments for rare and metabolic diseases associated with the liver. Founded in 2013, the company has a robust pipeline of gene therapy programs, including DTX101 and DTX201 for hemophilia B and A, respectively. Additionally, its portfolio encompasses DTX301 for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency, DTX401 for glycogen storage disease type Ia, DTX501 for phenylketonuria, DTX701 for Wilson disease, and DTX601 for citrullinemia type I. Dimension Therapeutics collaborates with REGENX Biosciences, gaining access to a significant portfolio of patents related to adeno-associated virus (AAV) therapeutics. This collaboration supports the company's aim to advance its gene therapy platform and enhance its product development capabilities in the treatment of rare diseases. Dimension Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. since November 2017.
Mersana Therapeutics
Series A in 2014
Mersana Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that develops antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for cancer patients with unmet medical needs. It leverages proprietary ADC platforms, including Dolaflexin, Dolasynthen, and Immunosynthen, to create a diverse pipeline of product candidates designed to improve therapeutic benefit and address oncology indications underserved by traditional ADCs. The lead candidate XMT-1536 targets NaPi2b and is in Phase I trials for ovarian cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and other indications. The company also advances additional programs such as Emi-Le (XMT-1660), XMT-2056, XMT-2068, and XMT-2175, reflecting its focus on next-generation ADCs. Mersana is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and was founded in 2005.
Blueprint Medicines
Series B in 2014
Blueprint Medicines is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based biopharmaceutical company that develops targeted, small-molecule therapies to treat genomically defined cancers, rare diseases, and related conditions. The company focuses on precision medicines that address molecular drivers and resistance mechanisms, advancing a pipeline that includes avapritinib for systemic mastocytosis and certain gastrointestinal stromal tumors, BLU-263, a KIT inhibitor for indolent systemic mastocytosis and other mast cell disorders, fisogatinib for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma, and pralsetinib, a RET inhibitor for RET-altered cancers such as non-small cell lung cancer and medullary thyroid carcinoma. It is also pursuing BLU-782, an ALK2 inhibitor in early clinical trials for fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva. Blueprint Medicines collaborates with partner companies such as Clementia Pharmaceuticals, CStone Pharmaceuticals, Genentech, and Hoffmann-La Roche. Founded in 2008, the company operates in the United States and Europe and combines its Insights-to-Validation platform with a proprietary chemical library to discover and develop new therapeutic compounds and combination therapies in oncology, hematology, and related areas.
Pulmocide
Series A in 2013
Founded in London in 2007, Pulmocide specializes in developing inhaled medicines targeting serious viral and fungal respiratory infections. Its focus is on creating drugs optimized for lung delivery to maximize efficacy while minimizing systemic exposure.
Acacia Pharma
Series B in 2013
Acacia Pharma is a pharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing supportive care drugs. Its primary focus is on cancer supportive care, with products including BAREMSIS for post-operative nausea and vomiting, APD403 for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, and BYFAVO for sedation during invasive medical procedures. The company serves anesthesiologists and oncologists, aiming to improve the care of patients undergoing serious medical treatments.
Symbiomix Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2013
Symbiomix Therapeutics, LLC is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for serious women's health infections, particularly those that have been historically overlooked. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Newark, New Jersey, with additional offices in Baltimore, Maryland, and Hamden, Connecticut, the company specializes in antibiotics for gynecologic infections. Its lead product, Solosec (secnidazole), is a next-generation 5-nitroimidazole antibiotic designed for the one-time oral treatment of bacterial vaginosis. This drug is characterized by its enhanced pharmacokinetic properties, allowing for effective and well-tolerated delivery in a single dose. Symbiomix Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Lupin Inc.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical
Series B in 2012
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical develops therapeutics for rare diseases, focusing on serious genetic conditions with limited treatment options. The company leverages its team's experience to create life-changing medicines by advancing underdeveloped scientific research in these areas.
Innovent Biologics
Series B in 2012
Innovent Biologics is a China-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures, and commercializes monoclonal antibodies. It operates a platform for antibody therapeutics across oncology, ophthalmology, immunology, and metabolic diseases, with Tyvyt (sintilimab) as its core asset, a PD-1 inhibitor used in first-line and other cancer indications. The company develops a broad pipeline including biosimilars and novel antibodies and provides distribution, consulting, and R&D services. It maintains strategic collaborations with global partners, including a co-development arrangement with MD Anderson Cancer Center and an alliance with Eli Lilly for TYVYT, and has more than 30 collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies. Innovent is listed on the Hong Kong Exchange and maintains manufacturing and development capabilities in China with a growing portfolio of oncology and non-oncology products marketed domestically and internationally.
Aclaris Therapeutics
Series A in 2012
Aclaris Therapeutics is a United States-based clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel therapies for immuno-inflammatory diseases and dermatology, aiming to address unmet medical and aesthetic needs where treatment options are limited. The company operates two segments, therapeutics and contract research, with the therapeutics business pursuing innovative treatments for immuno-inflammatory conditions while the contract research segment provides laboratory services. Its pipeline includes Zunsemetinib, an oral MK2 inhibitor, and ATI-2138, among other drug candidates.
Lumere, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that offers a cloud-based platform designed to assist hospitals and physicians in reducing clinical variation and unnecessary costs associated with medical devices and pharmaceuticals. The platform features tools such as Product Introduction Management, which redefines the device vetting process through analysis of clinical evidence and best practices; Category Optimization, which integrates clinical insights with data from health systems to identify potential cost savings; and Variation Management, which analyzes procedural utilization data to evaluate how medical devices are used. Additionally, Utilization Management combines clinical information with prescriber patterns to optimize drug spending and address inappropriate usage. Lumere also provides physician advisory services to ensure alignment between healthcare providers and hospital management. Founded in 2012, Lumere was previously known as Procured, Inc., and operates as a subsidiary of Global Healthcare Exchange, LLC.
Mersana Therapeutics
Series A in 2012
Mersana Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that develops antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for cancer patients with unmet medical needs. It leverages proprietary ADC platforms, including Dolaflexin, Dolasynthen, and Immunosynthen, to create a diverse pipeline of product candidates designed to improve therapeutic benefit and address oncology indications underserved by traditional ADCs. The lead candidate XMT-1536 targets NaPi2b and is in Phase I trials for ovarian cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and other indications. The company also advances additional programs such as Emi-Le (XMT-1660), XMT-2056, XMT-2068, and XMT-2175, reflecting its focus on next-generation ADCs. Mersana is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and was founded in 2005.
LakeShore Biopharma
Venture Round in 2012
Yisheng Biopharma Co., Ltd. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of immuno-oncology products and vaccines. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Beijing, the company operates in China, the United States, Cambodia, and Singapore. Yisheng Biopharma utilizes its novel PIKA immunomodulating technology to enhance immune responses against cancers and infectious diseases. Key products under development include YS-ON-001, an investigational therapy aimed at treating advanced solid tumors, as well as YS-HBV-001, a vaccine for hepatitis B, and a PIKA-based rabies vaccine designed for rapid protection against rabies infection. The company's innovative approach targets multiple immune pathways to improve treatment outcomes.
Imagen Biotech
Series A in 2011
Imagen Biotech, Inc. is a private, venture-backed biopharmaceutical company focused on identifying and developing therapeutics for blinding diseases with high unmet medical needs, including dry age-related macular degeneration. Since its formation in the summer of 2011 with financing from SV Life Sciences, Novo Ventures and Fidelity Biosciences, Imagen continues to evaluate numerous compounds sourced worldwide to determine their feasibility as drug development candidates. The Company was co-founded by ophthalmologists Matthew Feinsod, MD, former medical officer at FDA and later SVP with Eyetech Pharmaceuticals, and David Guyer, MD, former founder and CEO of Eyetech Pharmaceuticals and current partner with SV Life Sciences. Imagen is funded to develop approximately three compounds through predetermined milestones.
Innovent Biologics
Series A in 2011
Innovent Biologics is a China-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, manufactures, and commercializes monoclonal antibodies. It operates a platform for antibody therapeutics across oncology, ophthalmology, immunology, and metabolic diseases, with Tyvyt (sintilimab) as its core asset, a PD-1 inhibitor used in first-line and other cancer indications. The company develops a broad pipeline including biosimilars and novel antibodies and provides distribution, consulting, and R&D services. It maintains strategic collaborations with global partners, including a co-development arrangement with MD Anderson Cancer Center and an alliance with Eli Lilly for TYVYT, and has more than 30 collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies. Innovent is listed on the Hong Kong Exchange and maintains manufacturing and development capabilities in China with a growing portfolio of oncology and non-oncology products marketed domestically and internationally.