HBM Healthcare Investments

HBM Healthcare Investments is a principal investment firm based in the Cayman Islands, primarily focused on the biotechnology and healthcare sectors. Founded in 2001 and with its operational roots in Zug, Switzerland, the firm invests globally in emerging companies involved in human medicine, pharmaceuticals, drug development, healthcare services, life sciences, medical technology, and diagnostics. HBM Healthcare Investments targets private companies with significant value creation potential, with a portfolio that includes around 40 mature firms that either have advanced products in development or are already commercially available. This strategic approach has allowed HBM to establish a distinctive position in the market, emphasizing high-growth opportunities within the healthcare landscape.

Jean-Marc LeSieur

Managing Director and Board Member (Cayman)

Erwin Troxler

CFO

Andreas Wicki

CEO

Past deals in Pharmaceuticals

Cartesian Therapeutics

Post in 2024
Cartesian Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in the United States that focuses on developing innovative cell and gene immunotherapies for the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases. The company specializes in chimeric antigen receptor therapies aimed at addressing conditions such as multiple myeloma. Utilizing its ImmTOR immune tolerance platform, Cartesian Therapeutics seeks to foster antigen-specific immunity while reducing adverse immune responses. The company employs proprietary technology and a manufacturing platform to deliver mRNA molecules into cells, enhancing their functionality without the risk of integrating into the cell's genetic material, as mRNA naturally degrades over time.

Bluejay Therapeutics

Series C in 2024
Bluejay Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing cures for infectious diseases, with a primary focus on chronic Hepatitis B. This condition poses a significant global health challenge, and the company aims to address the urgent need for effective treatments. Bluejay is advancing two innovative therapeutic approaches: best-in-class fully human IgG1 anti-HBs monoclonal antibodies and first-in-class oral small molecule inhibitors targeting HBsAg. These strategies are designed to reduce hepatitis B surface antigen levels and restore adaptive immunity, potentially leading to a functional cure for patients. Additionally, the company’s research encompasses therapeutic options for chronic Hepatitis D, further solidifying its commitment to improving immunity and recovery for individuals affected by serious viral and liver diseases.

Alumis

Series C in 2024
Alumis is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing precision medicines for autoimmune disorders. By leveraging a proprietary data analytics platform and biological insights, Alumis aims to transform the treatment landscape for patients suffering from these conditions. The company focuses on identifying and advancing therapeutics based on genetically validated targets, which enables the creation of targeted therapies that significantly improve patient outcomes. With a team of experts experienced in drug discovery and immunology, Alumis seeks to replace broad immunosuppression with more effective, targeted treatment options, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by autoimmune diseases.

Vicore Pharma Holding

Post in 2023
Vicore Pharma is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative treatments for severe lung disorders, particularly idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). The company's lead drug candidate, C21, is a small molecule angiotensin II type 2 receptor agonist currently in phase 2a development and has received orphan drug designation in both the EU and the US. C21 is also being explored for potential applications in other rare diseases associated with the AT2 receptor. In addition to its pharmacological efforts, Vicore Pharma is developing Almee, an investigational medical device that employs cognitive behavioral therapy to address the psychological challenges faced by patients with pulmonary fibrosis. The company operates from Astra Zeneca’s Bioventurehub in Mölndal.

Upstream Bio

Series B in 2023
Upstream Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to developing antibody therapies for inflammatory diseases, particularly severe asthma and other respiratory disorders. The company's lead candidate, verekitug, is a monoclonal antibody that acts as an antagonist to the Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin (TSLP) receptor. TSLP is a key cytokine that drives inflammatory responses and is strategically positioned upstream of various signaling pathways influencing immune cells. Upstream Bio aims to address unmet medical needs in the treatment of severe respiratory conditions by leveraging this validated target to create effective therapies.

Valo Health

Series C in 2022
Valo Health, Inc (Valo) is a technology company focused on utilizing large scale data and AI-driven computation to discover and develop therapeutics. Valo aims to fully integrate human-centric data across the entire drug development life cycle into a single unified architecture, thereby accelerating the discovery and development of life-changing drugs while simultaneously reducing costs, time, and failure rates. The company’s Opal Computational Platform™ is an end-to-end drug discovery and development platform with a unified architecture designed to transform data into valuable insights that may accelerate discoveries and enable Valo to advance a robust pipeline of programs, initially focused on cardiovascular metabolic renal, oncology, and neurodegenerative disease. Founded by Flagship Pioneering and headquartered in Boston, MA, Valo also has offices in Lexington, MA, and New York, NY. To learn more, visit valohealth.com.

Mahzi Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Mahzi Therapeutics is a biotechnology company founded in 2020 and based in San Mateo, California. The company is dedicated to addressing under-served rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorders through biopharmaceutical research, development, and manufacturing. By focusing on these rare diseases, Mahzi Therapeutics aims to contribute to the healthcare industry's ability to provide effective treatments for patients with significant unmet medical needs.

1mg

Venture Round in 2022
1mg is a digital consumer healthcare platform based in Gurgaon, Haryana, India, that aims to make healthcare more accessible, understandable, and affordable. Launched in 2015, it allows users to find detailed information about medicines prescribed by doctors and purchase them directly. The platform enables users to search for drugs based on ailments, classes, companies, and brands. Additionally, 1mg offers a service that helps consumers find the right healthcare professionals tailored to their needs. Its diagnostics service enhances transparency and cost-effectiveness in lab tests, empowering Indian consumers and caregivers to choose appropriate healthcare services at competitive prices.

Mineralys Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
Mineralys Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company that provides hypertension treatment. They also bring a targeted approach to the management of hypertension.

Upstream Bio

Series A in 2022
Upstream Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to developing antibody therapies for inflammatory diseases, particularly severe asthma and other respiratory disorders. The company's lead candidate, verekitug, is a monoclonal antibody that acts as an antagonist to the Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin (TSLP) receptor. TSLP is a key cytokine that drives inflammatory responses and is strategically positioned upstream of various signaling pathways influencing immune cells. Upstream Bio aims to address unmet medical needs in the treatment of severe respiratory conditions by leveraging this validated target to create effective therapies.

Odyssey Therapeutics

Series B in 2022
Odyssey Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing next-generation immunomodulators and oncology drugs. By leveraging an integrated drug-hunting engine, the company aims to enhance the efficiency of drug discovery, identifying promising targets while reducing the likelihood of failure during development. Odyssey Therapeutics is committed to advancing the field of drug discovery and expediting clinical development, ultimately contributing to the creation of more effective precision medicines for the healthcare industry.

Aculys Pharma

Series B in 2022
Aculys Pharma is a pharmaceutical company that develops drugs and innovative medical treatments for neurological and psychiatric disorders.

1000Farmacie

Series A in 2022
1000Farmacie is a prominent pharmacy marketplace in Italy that operates an online shopping platform dedicated to providing a diverse selection of pharmaceutical products. By collaborating with a network of independent pharmacies, the company ensures that customers can purchase healthcare items at competitive prices. The platform offers the convenience of same-day delivery to specified locations, enabling users to save both time and money while accessing essential health products.

Mineralys Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Mineralys Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company that provides hypertension treatment. They also bring a targeted approach to the management of hypertension.

Adrenomed

Convertible Note in 2022
Adrenomed AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Hennigsdorf, Germany, focused on developing monoclonal antibody therapies for the treatment of sepsis and related conditions. The company's lead product candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody designed to target Adrenomedullin, a peptide hormone that plays a critical role in maintaining vascular integrity. Adrenomed aims to rescue vascular integrity in critically ill patients facing limited treatment options, particularly those suffering from septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a unique approach that combines its therapeutic antibody with a specific diagnostic tool that utilizes Adrenomedullin as a biomarker for patient identification. Adrenomed has established a strong intellectual property position, holding granted patents in all major markets for its innovative therapies.

Swixx Biopharma

Venture Round in 2021
Swixx Biopharma fully represents biopharma companies in the CEE. It is designed to fully replace biopharma, OTC, and medical device multinationals’ subsidiaries or business units in those countries, or therapeutic areas of CEE, that the multinational chooses not to enter, or to exit. The company was founded in 2014 and is registered in Baar, Switzerland. It has 100%-owned affiliates in Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, and Slovenia.

SK biopharmaceuticals

Series A in 2021
SK biopharmaceuticals aims to become a top tier specialty pharmaceutical company with global new drugs & innovative pipeline in CNS / metabolic disorders and to provide world class specialized pharmaceutical manufacturing services.

Acrivon Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Acrivon Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on precision oncology, developing therapeutics that target challenging cancer types without straightforward single-gene mutations. The company employs a proteomics-based platform to identify patients whose tumors are likely to respond to specific treatments. Acrivon's pipeline includes ACR-368, also known as prexasertib, which is currently in Phase 2 trials, alongside preclinical programs aimed at key components of DNA damage response and cell cycle regulation, such as the WEE1 and PKMYT1 proteins. Acrivon seeks to expedite the development of both in-licensed clinical-stage assets and its internally developed programs through accelerated registration trials, aiming to enhance treatment success in oncology.

Antiva Biosciences

Series D in 2021
Antiva Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, focused on developing antiviral drugs to treat human papillomavirus (HPV) infections. Founded in 2012 and previously known as Hera Therapeutics, the company aims to prevent cancer by addressing precancerous lesions associated with HPV. Antiva's innovative approach involves localized therapeutics and small molecule antivirals designed to improve health outcomes for patients suffering from diseases linked to HPV and other viruses. The company's clinical programs target high-grade anal intraepithelial neoplasias and high-grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasias, utilizing a medicinal chemistry platform that emphasizes the development and commercialization of direct-acting antivirals.

Upstream Bio

Series A in 2021
Upstream Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to developing antibody therapies for inflammatory diseases, particularly severe asthma and other respiratory disorders. The company's lead candidate, verekitug, is a monoclonal antibody that acts as an antagonist to the Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin (TSLP) receptor. TSLP is a key cytokine that drives inflammatory responses and is strategically positioned upstream of various signaling pathways influencing immune cells. Upstream Bio aims to address unmet medical needs in the treatment of severe respiratory conditions by leveraging this validated target to create effective therapies.

Mahzi Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Mahzi Therapeutics is a biotechnology company founded in 2020 and based in San Mateo, California. The company is dedicated to addressing under-served rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorders through biopharmaceutical research, development, and manufacturing. By focusing on these rare diseases, Mahzi Therapeutics aims to contribute to the healthcare industry's ability to provide effective treatments for patients with significant unmet medical needs.

IO Biotech

Series C in 2021
IO Biotech is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative immune therapies for cancer treatment. Utilizing its proprietary T-win technology platform, the company creates immune-modulating cancer vaccines that activate T cells specifically targeting immune-suppressive molecules. This approach aims to induce the immune system to disrupt multiple pathways responsible for tumor-induced immunosuppression. IO Biotech has a solid track record in advancing both preclinical and clinical compounds, with its two lead candidates targeting IDO and PD-L1 currently in clinical development, while several additional therapies remain in the preclinical stage.

BioAtla

Post in 2021
BioAtla, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing specific and selective antibody-based therapeutics for various cancers. The company employs a proprietary platform to create conditionally active biologics (CABs), which enhance targeting of cancerous tissues while minimizing effects on normal cells, thereby improving safety and efficacy. BioAtla's lead product candidate, BA3011, is a conditionally active biologic designed to treat soft tissue and bone sarcomas, non-small cell lung cancer, and other tumors. The company is also advancing BA3021, targeting non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma, and BA3071, aimed at multiple cancer types including renal cell carcinoma and hepatocellular carcinoma. With over 150 patents and applications, BioAtla's innovative approach expands the potential for treating previously untreatable cancers and enhances the manufacturability of its drug candidates.

Swixx Biopharma

Venture Round in 2021
Swixx Biopharma fully represents biopharma companies in the CEE. It is designed to fully replace biopharma, OTC, and medical device multinationals’ subsidiaries or business units in those countries, or therapeutic areas of CEE, that the multinational chooses not to enter, or to exit. The company was founded in 2014 and is registered in Baar, Switzerland. It has 100%-owned affiliates in Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, and Slovenia.

Mineralys Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Mineralys Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company that provides hypertension treatment. They also bring a targeted approach to the management of hypertension.

Monte Rosa Therapeutics

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

Neurelis

Series D in 2021
Neurelis is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative treatments for epilepsy and the broader central nervous system (CNS) market. Founded in 2007 and based in Encinitas, California, Neurelis aims to address unmet medical needs through a differentiated approach that leverages novel technologies. The company's platform enhances drug delivery and therapeutic benefits across a variety of molecules, including therapeutic proteins, peptides, and small and large non-peptide molecules. By applying its expertise in neuroscience, Neurelis seeks to improve patient care and optimize treatment outcomes for individuals with epilepsy and other CNS disorders.

Valo Health

Series B in 2021
Valo Health, Inc (Valo) is a technology company focused on utilizing large scale data and AI-driven computation to discover and develop therapeutics. Valo aims to fully integrate human-centric data across the entire drug development life cycle into a single unified architecture, thereby accelerating the discovery and development of life-changing drugs while simultaneously reducing costs, time, and failure rates. The company’s Opal Computational Platform™ is an end-to-end drug discovery and development platform with a unified architecture designed to transform data into valuable insights that may accelerate discoveries and enable Valo to advance a robust pipeline of programs, initially focused on cardiovascular metabolic renal, oncology, and neurodegenerative disease. Founded by Flagship Pioneering and headquartered in Boston, MA, Valo also has offices in Lexington, MA, and New York, NY. To learn more, visit valohealth.com.

Neuron23

Series B in 2020
Neuron23, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for genetic disorders, particularly neurological diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Munich, Germany, the company utilizes advanced artificial intelligence and genetic insights to enhance drug discovery. Neuron23's innovative platform integrates the latest advancements in human genetics with AI-driven methodologies to create targeted treatments for patients facing debilitating health challenges. By focusing on genetically defined conditions, Neuron23 aims to improve therapeutic options and outcomes for individuals affected by these disorders.

Nuance Biotech

Series D in 2020
Nuance Biotech Inc. is a pharmaceutical development company based in Shanghai, China, founded in 2014. The company specializes in the research and development of various drug delivery methods, including capsules, injections, and tubes. In addition to its focus on drug development, Nuance Biotech offers a commercial and academic platform for pharmaceuticals and provides contract sales organization services to support its initiatives in the healthcare sector.

Adrenomed

Series E in 2020
Adrenomed AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Hennigsdorf, Germany, focused on developing monoclonal antibody therapies for the treatment of sepsis and related conditions. The company's lead product candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody designed to target Adrenomedullin, a peptide hormone that plays a critical role in maintaining vascular integrity. Adrenomed aims to rescue vascular integrity in critically ill patients facing limited treatment options, particularly those suffering from septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a unique approach that combines its therapeutic antibody with a specific diagnostic tool that utilizes Adrenomedullin as a biomarker for patient identification. Adrenomed has established a strong intellectual property position, holding granted patents in all major markets for its innovative therapies.

Swixx Biopharma

Venture Round in 2020
Swixx Biopharma fully represents biopharma companies in the CEE. It is designed to fully replace biopharma, OTC, and medical device multinationals’ subsidiaries or business units in those countries, or therapeutic areas of CEE, that the multinational chooses not to enter, or to exit. The company was founded in 2014 and is registered in Baar, Switzerland. It has 100%-owned affiliates in Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, and Slovenia.

Ambrx

Private Equity Round in 2020
Ambrx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in La Jolla, California, that specializes in the development of engineered precision biologics using an advanced genetic code technology platform. This innovative approach enables the incorporation of synthetic amino acids into proteins, leading to the creation of next-generation therapeutics, including antibody drug conjugates (ADCs), bispecific antibodies, and long-acting therapeutic peptides. Ambrx's development pipeline features several product candidates, such as ARX788, ARX517, and ARX305, which target various therapeutic areas, including oncology, metabolic, and cardiovascular diseases. The company collaborates with organizations like MabSpace Biosciences, BeiGene, and NovoCodex Biopharmaceuticals to enhance its research and development efforts. Founded in 2003, Ambrx aims to optimize the efficacy, safety, and usability of its biopharmaceutical products.

Longboard Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2020
Longboard Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing innovative medicines for neurological diseases. The company's proprietary pipeline includes several product candidates, notably LP352, a next-generation 5-HT2C agonist intended for treating developmental and epileptic encephalopathies. Additionally, Longboard is evaluating LP143, a full agonist of the cannabinoid type 2 receptor, which targets conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and Parkinson's disease, as well as LP659, a selective modulator for multiple central nervous system neuroinflammatory disorders. Longboard Pharmaceuticals aims to optimize pharmacology and pharmacokinetics across its drug candidates, enhancing therapeutic outcomes for patients with rare neurological conditions. The company was incorporated in 2020 and was previously known as Arena Neuroscience, Inc.

Neurelis

Series C in 2020
Neurelis is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative treatments for epilepsy and the broader central nervous system (CNS) market. Founded in 2007 and based in Encinitas, California, Neurelis aims to address unmet medical needs through a differentiated approach that leverages novel technologies. The company's platform enhances drug delivery and therapeutic benefits across a variety of molecules, including therapeutic proteins, peptides, and small and large non-peptide molecules. By applying its expertise in neuroscience, Neurelis seeks to improve patient care and optimize treatment outcomes for individuals with epilepsy and other CNS disorders.

BioShin

Series A in 2020
BioShin Limited is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Pudong, China, focused on developing innovative medicines and therapies for neurological, neuropsychiatric diseases, and rare disorders. Established in 2018, it operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Biohaven Pharmaceuticals. The company specializes in late-stage product candidates and utilizes clinical trial platforms to explore treatments such as calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonism for migraine and pain, glutamate modulation for Alzheimer’s disease and anxiety disorder, and myeloperoxidase (MPO) inhibition for inflammation and neurodegeneration. BioShin aims to address unmet medical needs in the neurological field, particularly within the Asia-Pacific market.

Monte Rosa Therapeutics

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

Fore Biotherapeutics

Series C in 2020
Fore Biotherapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing precision oncology treatments tailored to patients with specific genetic mutations. By utilizing functional genomics, the company aims to create a pipeline of therapies that address unmet needs in cancer care. Fore Biotherapeutics conducts research to replicate naturally occurring mutations in vitro, allowing for the assessment of their impact on cellular signaling pathways and responses to various compounds. This approach not only facilitates the identification of novel target mutations but also helps biopharma companies broaden the patient subgroups that may benefit from existing cancer therapies.

POLYNEURON

Series A in 2020
Polyneuron Pharmaceuticals AG is a biotechnology company based in Basel, Switzerland, founded in 2014. The company focuses on developing innovative therapeutics for antibody-mediated autoimmune disorders, particularly those affecting the peripheral nervous system. Its lead candidates include PN-1007 for anti-MAG neuropathy, PN-1018 for multifocal motor neuropathy, and PN-032 and PN-056 for ABO-incompatible transplantation. Polyneuron employs a unique platform technology called Antibody-Catch, which utilizes biodegradable glycopolymers to selectively target and eliminate pathogenic autoantibodies while preserving the overall integrity of the immune system. This approach aims to provide safe and effective treatment options for patients suffering from these complex immune disorders.

BioAtla

Series D in 2020
BioAtla, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing specific and selective antibody-based therapeutics for various cancers. The company employs a proprietary platform to create conditionally active biologics (CABs), which enhance targeting of cancerous tissues while minimizing effects on normal cells, thereby improving safety and efficacy. BioAtla's lead product candidate, BA3011, is a conditionally active biologic designed to treat soft tissue and bone sarcomas, non-small cell lung cancer, and other tumors. The company is also advancing BA3021, targeting non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma, and BA3071, aimed at multiple cancer types including renal cell carcinoma and hepatocellular carcinoma. With over 150 patents and applications, BioAtla's innovative approach expands the potential for treating previously untreatable cancers and enhances the manufacturability of its drug candidates.

1mg

Debt Financing in 2020
1mg is a digital consumer healthcare platform based in Gurgaon, Haryana, India, that aims to make healthcare more accessible, understandable, and affordable. Launched in 2015, it allows users to find detailed information about medicines prescribed by doctors and purchase them directly. The platform enables users to search for drugs based on ailments, classes, companies, and brands. Additionally, 1mg offers a service that helps consumers find the right healthcare professionals tailored to their needs. Its diagnostics service enhances transparency and cost-effectiveness in lab tests, empowering Indian consumers and caregivers to choose appropriate healthcare services at competitive prices.

Adrenomed

Convertible Note in 2020
Adrenomed AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Hennigsdorf, Germany, focused on developing monoclonal antibody therapies for the treatment of sepsis and related conditions. The company's lead product candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody designed to target Adrenomedullin, a peptide hormone that plays a critical role in maintaining vascular integrity. Adrenomed aims to rescue vascular integrity in critically ill patients facing limited treatment options, particularly those suffering from septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a unique approach that combines its therapeutic antibody with a specific diagnostic tool that utilizes Adrenomedullin as a biomarker for patient identification. Adrenomed has established a strong intellectual property position, holding granted patents in all major markets for its innovative therapies.

Everest Medicines

Series C in 2020
Everest Medicines Limited is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Shanghai, China, founded in 2017. The company focuses on licensing, developing, and commercializing innovative therapies to meet critical unmet medical needs in Greater China and other Asia Pacific markets. Its diverse portfolio includes eight clinical-stage drug candidates aimed at treating various conditions such as oncology, immunology, cardio-renal diseases, and infectious diseases. Everest Medicines aims to partner with innovative global companies to bring transformative pharmaceutical solutions to the Emerging Market, leveraging its expertise in clinical development, regulatory affairs, and business operations. The company's pipeline features several notable candidates, including Nefecon, EVER001, PTX-COVID19-B, and Eravacycline, among others.

Jianke

Series C in 2020
Jianke is anonline B2C pharmacy and healthcare services platform.

Adrenomed

Series D in 2020
Adrenomed AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Hennigsdorf, Germany, focused on developing monoclonal antibody therapies for the treatment of sepsis and related conditions. The company's lead product candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody designed to target Adrenomedullin, a peptide hormone that plays a critical role in maintaining vascular integrity. Adrenomed aims to rescue vascular integrity in critically ill patients facing limited treatment options, particularly those suffering from septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a unique approach that combines its therapeutic antibody with a specific diagnostic tool that utilizes Adrenomedullin as a biomarker for patient identification. Adrenomed has established a strong intellectual property position, holding granted patents in all major markets for its innovative therapies.

Corvidia

Convertible Note in 2020
Corvidia Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of precision cardiovascular therapies. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on researching and commercializing innovative treatments for cardio-renal diseases. Corvidia is particularly engaged in developing therapies for chronic kidney disease associated with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, inflammation, and high triglyceride-induced acute pancreatitis. As of July 2020, Corvidia operates as a subsidiary of Novo Nordisk A/S, leveraging its expertise to advance its clinical-stage programs aimed at addressing specific biological pathways in patients with unique sensitivities.

Swixx Biopharma

Debt Financing in 2020
Swixx Biopharma fully represents biopharma companies in the CEE. It is designed to fully replace biopharma, OTC, and medical device multinationals’ subsidiaries or business units in those countries, or therapeutic areas of CEE, that the multinational chooses not to enter, or to exit. The company was founded in 2014 and is registered in Baar, Switzerland. It has 100%-owned affiliates in Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, and Slovenia.

Arcutis Biotherapeutics

Series C in 2019
Arcutis Biotherapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing treatments for immune-mediated dermatological diseases. Founded in 2016 and based in Westlake Village, California, the company is focused on addressing unmet medical needs within the field of immuno-dermatology. Its lead product candidate, a topical cream formulation of roflumilast known as ARQ-151, is undergoing Phase III clinical trials for plaque psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Additionally, Arcutis is working on several other candidates, including ARQ-154, a topical foam for seborrheic dermatitis and scalp psoriasis, ARQ-252, a selective inhibitor for hand eczema and other inflammatory conditions, and ARQ-255, designed to penetrate deeper into the skin for alopecia areata treatment. The company aims to leverage advances in immunology and inflammation to create effective therapies for challenging skin diseases.

Harmony Biosciences

Series C in 2019
Harmony Biosciences is a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company based in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, founded in 2017. The company is dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapies for patients with rare neurological disorders who have unmet medical needs. Its primary product, WAKIX (pitolisant), is designed to treat narcolepsy in pediatric patients and has a unique mechanism of action that enhances histamine signaling in the brain by binding to H3 receptors. Harmony Biosciences aims to address critical therapeutic gaps in the treatment of neurological conditions, focusing on improving the quality of life for affected individuals.

1mg

Series D in 2019
1mg is a digital consumer healthcare platform based in Gurgaon, Haryana, India, that aims to make healthcare more accessible, understandable, and affordable. Launched in 2015, it allows users to find detailed information about medicines prescribed by doctors and purchase them directly. The platform enables users to search for drugs based on ailments, classes, companies, and brands. Additionally, 1mg offers a service that helps consumers find the right healthcare professionals tailored to their needs. Its diagnostics service enhances transparency and cost-effectiveness in lab tests, empowering Indian consumers and caregivers to choose appropriate healthcare services at competitive prices.

SpringWorks Therapeutics

Series B in 2019
SpringWorks Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing medicines for underserved patient populations affected by rare diseases and cancer. The company employs a precision medicine approach and has a diverse portfolio of small molecule targeted oncology products. Its lead candidate, nirogacestat, an oral gamma secretase inhibitor, is currently in Phase III clinical trials for desmoid tumors. Additionally, SpringWorks is advancing several other product candidates, including mirdametinib, an oral MEK inhibitor in Phase IIb trials for neurofibromatosis type 1-associated plexiform neurofibromas, and various combinations involving nirogacestat for multiple myeloma. The company has established collaborations with organizations such as BeiGene, GlaxoSmithKline, and Allogene, aimed at enhancing the development of its therapies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, SpringWorks is committed to unlocking the potential of its pipeline to provide innovative solutions for patients suffering from cancer and rare diseases.

SAI Life Sciences

Venture Round in 2019
SAI is an ideal drug discovery, development and manufacturing partner. Their pharma and biotech clients gain clear competitive advantages through shorter time to market and risk minimization using their integrated and high-quality scientific services. SAI’s mission is to help their partners develop innovative medicines quicker and at lower cost by providing reliable research and manufacturing solutions. Their guiding principles are to be reliable, communicate effectively, safeguard IP, invest in people and to adopt technologies. At SAI Life Sciences, developing a business relationship with their clients that benefits both parties is only the beginning. They have learned through experience, it is when they build a partnership with a customer, that they can truly amplify their mutual interests and successes. At SAI they will call this “+1” and it hints at the additional value they aim to find mutually in longer term relationships.

Turning Point Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2018
Turning Point Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative small molecule targeted therapies for oncology. The company designs a range of tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) aimed at addressing genetic drivers of cancer in both TKI-naïve and TKI-pretreated patients. Its lead drug candidate, repotrectinib, is currently under evaluation in the ongoing Phase I/II TRIDENT-1 trial, targeting patients with ROS1+ advanced non-small-cell lung cancer and those with ROS1+, NTRK+, or ALK+ advanced solid tumors. Additionally, Turning Point's pipeline includes other multi-targeted drug candidates, such as TPX-0046, a RET/SRC inhibitor; TPX-0022, a MET/CSF1R/SRC inhibitor; and TPX-0131, which is an ALK inhibitor in preclinical development. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company aims to advance precision medicine in oncology by addressing unmet medical needs.

Jianke

Series B in 2018
Jianke is anonline B2C pharmacy and healthcare services platform.

Iconic Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2018
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for retinal diseases and cancer by leveraging tissue factor biology in processes such as angiogenesis and inflammation. The company's lead product, ICON-1, is a fusion protein designed to combat vision loss associated with age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, Iconic Therapeutics has developed hI-con1, a novel recombinant protein that targets tissue factor to activate the immune system, facilitating the destruction of pathological blood vessels linked to conditions like wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. This approach not only promotes cell-mediated cytotoxicity but may also help reduce levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which plays a critical role in these diseases. Phase 1 clinical studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results without significant toxicities, indicating dose-related biological activity. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Iconic Therapeutics aims to transform scientific insights into effective treatments for serious health conditions.

Y-mAbs Therapeutics

Private Equity Round in 2017
YmAbs is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company that discovers and develops innovative treatments for cancer patients through immunotherapies. YmAbs utilizes its platform technologies to create next-generation humanized, affinity matured bispecific antibodies. To further improve its bispecific antibodies, the company collaborates on the development of a novel human protein tag that dimerizes T-cell engaging bispecific antibodies, which enables higher tumor binding and results in a longer serum half-life and a significantly greater T-cell mediated killing of tumor cells. YmAbs' treatments claims to potentially reduce longer-term toxicities associated with current chemotherapeutics and provide the potential for curative therapy even for patients with widespread disease. YmAbs’ goal is to drive multiple product candidates in select solid tumor cancers to FDA approval.

Y-mAbs Therapeutics

Private Equity Round in 2017
YmAbs is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company that discovers and develops innovative treatments for cancer patients through immunotherapies. YmAbs utilizes its platform technologies to create next-generation humanized, affinity matured bispecific antibodies. To further improve its bispecific antibodies, the company collaborates on the development of a novel human protein tag that dimerizes T-cell engaging bispecific antibodies, which enables higher tumor binding and results in a longer serum half-life and a significantly greater T-cell mediated killing of tumor cells. YmAbs' treatments claims to potentially reduce longer-term toxicities associated with current chemotherapeutics and provide the potential for curative therapy even for patients with widespread disease. YmAbs’ goal is to drive multiple product candidates in select solid tumor cancers to FDA approval.

Harmony Biosciences

Venture Round in 2017
Harmony Biosciences is a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company based in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, founded in 2017. The company is dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapies for patients with rare neurological disorders who have unmet medical needs. Its primary product, WAKIX (pitolisant), is designed to treat narcolepsy in pediatric patients and has a unique mechanism of action that enhances histamine signaling in the brain by binding to H3 receptors. Harmony Biosciences aims to address critical therapeutic gaps in the treatment of neurological conditions, focusing on improving the quality of life for affected individuals.

ARMO BioSciences

Series C in 2017
ARMO BioSciences, Inc. is an immuno-oncology company based in Redwood City, California, focused on developing biologic therapeutics that stimulate the immune system to combat cancer. The company's product pipeline includes several innovative candidates, such as AM0010, a long-acting form of interleukin-10 that enhances immune response, and AM0001, an anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody targeting various cancers. Other key products in development include an anti-LAG-3 checkpoint inhibitor, AM0015, a recombinant form of interleukin-15, and AM0012, a recombinant interleukin-12. Established in 2010 and formerly known as Targenics, ARMO BioSciences aims to activate and enhance the body's immune response against tumors, thereby improving outcomes for cancer patients. As of mid-2018, it operates as a subsidiary of Eli Lilly and Company.

Homology Medicines

Series B in 2017
Homology Medicines, Inc. is a genetic medicines company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients suffering from rare genetic diseases with significant unmet medical needs by curing the underlying cause of the disease. Homology’s proprietary platform is designed to utilize its human hematopoietic stem cell-derived adeno-associated virus vectors (AAVHSCs) to precisely and efficiently deliver genetic medicines in vivo either through a gene therapy or nuclease-free gene editing modality across a broad range of genetic disorders. Homology has a management team with a successful track record of discovering, developing and commercializing therapeutics with a particular focus on rare diseases and a robust intellectual property portfolio with issued composition of matter patents in the United States for its suite of 15 AAVHSCs. Homology believes that its compelling preclinical data, scientific expertise, product development strategy, manufacturing capabilities and intellectual property position it as a leader in the development of genetic medicines.

Complexa

Series C in 2017
Complexa, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, focused on developing treatments for severe and life-threatening diseases related to fibrosis and inflammation. Established in 2008, the company is advancing its lead compound, CXA-10, an oral nitrated fatty acid aimed at treating focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Complexa utilizes proprietary technologies that involve the synthesis of endogenous nitro-fatty acids, which serve as cell-signaling agents regulating key inflammatory pathways. This approach aims to enhance the body's natural mechanisms for resolving and repairing acute and chronic tissue injuries, with a focus on addressing various inflammatory, fibrotic, and central nervous system diseases.

1mg

Series C in 2017
1mg is a digital consumer healthcare platform based in Gurgaon, Haryana, India, that aims to make healthcare more accessible, understandable, and affordable. Launched in 2015, it allows users to find detailed information about medicines prescribed by doctors and purchase them directly. The platform enables users to search for drugs based on ailments, classes, companies, and brands. Additionally, 1mg offers a service that helps consumers find the right healthcare professionals tailored to their needs. Its diagnostics service enhances transparency and cost-effectiveness in lab tests, empowering Indian consumers and caregivers to choose appropriate healthcare services at competitive prices.

1mg

Venture Round in 2017
1mg is a digital consumer healthcare platform based in Gurgaon, Haryana, India, that aims to make healthcare more accessible, understandable, and affordable. Launched in 2015, it allows users to find detailed information about medicines prescribed by doctors and purchase them directly. The platform enables users to search for drugs based on ailments, classes, companies, and brands. Additionally, 1mg offers a service that helps consumers find the right healthcare professionals tailored to their needs. Its diagnostics service enhances transparency and cost-effectiveness in lab tests, empowering Indian consumers and caregivers to choose appropriate healthcare services at competitive prices.

AMICUS SA

Venture Round in 2017
Amicus is dedicated to service of research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies who choose to enter the Balkans and the Baltics in partnership, and not entirely with their own subsidiaries. The company is staffed by a unique group of skilled managers and medical professionals who are dedicated to bring modern medicines to the people of our two regions. We are a service-oriented, high quality and ethically-driven company.

Neurelis

Series B in 2017
Neurelis is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative treatments for epilepsy and the broader central nervous system (CNS) market. Founded in 2007 and based in Encinitas, California, Neurelis aims to address unmet medical needs through a differentiated approach that leverages novel technologies. The company's platform enhances drug delivery and therapeutic benefits across a variety of molecules, including therapeutic proteins, peptides, and small and large non-peptide molecules. By applying its expertise in neuroscience, Neurelis seeks to improve patient care and optimize treatment outcomes for individuals with epilepsy and other CNS disorders.

True North Therapeutics

Series D in 2016
True North Therapeutics is a pioneering biotechnology company selectively inhibiting the Complement pathway for diseases of high unmet clinical need. The company’s lead monoclonal antibody, TNT009, targets the Classical Complement pathway, enabling selective inhibition of downstream phagocytosis, inflammation, and cell lysis. True North is currently focused on Complement-mediated rare diseases in the hematologic, kidney transplant, dermatology, and neurological space. True North was formed in 2013 as a spin-out of iPierian.

Iconic Therapeutics

Series C in 2016
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for retinal diseases and cancer by leveraging tissue factor biology in processes such as angiogenesis and inflammation. The company's lead product, ICON-1, is a fusion protein designed to combat vision loss associated with age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, Iconic Therapeutics has developed hI-con1, a novel recombinant protein that targets tissue factor to activate the immune system, facilitating the destruction of pathological blood vessels linked to conditions like wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. This approach not only promotes cell-mediated cytotoxicity but may also help reduce levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which plays a critical role in these diseases. Phase 1 clinical studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results without significant toxicities, indicating dose-related biological activity. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Iconic Therapeutics aims to transform scientific insights into effective treatments for serious health conditions.

Vitaeris

Seed Round in 2016
Vitaeris has licensed global exclusive rights to the best-in-class anti-interleukin-6 monoclonal antibody Clazakizumab from Alder Biopharmaceuticals, and is actively pursuing innovative applications in chronic inflammatory diseases.

1mg

Venture Round in 2016
1mg is a digital consumer healthcare platform based in Gurgaon, Haryana, India, that aims to make healthcare more accessible, understandable, and affordable. Launched in 2015, it allows users to find detailed information about medicines prescribed by doctors and purchase them directly. The platform enables users to search for drugs based on ailments, classes, companies, and brands. Additionally, 1mg offers a service that helps consumers find the right healthcare professionals tailored to their needs. Its diagnostics service enhances transparency and cost-effectiveness in lab tests, empowering Indian consumers and caregivers to choose appropriate healthcare services at competitive prices.

1mg

Series B in 2016
1mg is a digital consumer healthcare platform based in Gurgaon, Haryana, India, that aims to make healthcare more accessible, understandable, and affordable. Launched in 2015, it allows users to find detailed information about medicines prescribed by doctors and purchase them directly. The platform enables users to search for drugs based on ailments, classes, companies, and brands. Additionally, 1mg offers a service that helps consumers find the right healthcare professionals tailored to their needs. Its diagnostics service enhances transparency and cost-effectiveness in lab tests, empowering Indian consumers and caregivers to choose appropriate healthcare services at competitive prices.

ARMO BioSciences

Series C in 2016
ARMO BioSciences, Inc. is an immuno-oncology company based in Redwood City, California, focused on developing biologic therapeutics that stimulate the immune system to combat cancer. The company's product pipeline includes several innovative candidates, such as AM0010, a long-acting form of interleukin-10 that enhances immune response, and AM0001, an anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody targeting various cancers. Other key products in development include an anti-LAG-3 checkpoint inhibitor, AM0015, a recombinant form of interleukin-15, and AM0012, a recombinant interleukin-12. Established in 2010 and formerly known as Targenics, ARMO BioSciences aims to activate and enhance the body's immune response against tumors, thereby improving outcomes for cancer patients. As of mid-2018, it operates as a subsidiary of Eli Lilly and Company.

Iconic Therapeutics

Series C in 2016
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for retinal diseases and cancer by leveraging tissue factor biology in processes such as angiogenesis and inflammation. The company's lead product, ICON-1, is a fusion protein designed to combat vision loss associated with age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, Iconic Therapeutics has developed hI-con1, a novel recombinant protein that targets tissue factor to activate the immune system, facilitating the destruction of pathological blood vessels linked to conditions like wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. This approach not only promotes cell-mediated cytotoxicity but may also help reduce levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which plays a critical role in these diseases. Phase 1 clinical studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results without significant toxicities, indicating dose-related biological activity. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Iconic Therapeutics aims to transform scientific insights into effective treatments for serious health conditions.

ObsEva

Series B in 2015
ObsEva SA is a Swiss-based, speciality biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of innovative drugs for women's reproductive medicine. ObsEva's main focus is on therapies for preterm labor. ObsEva was founded in November 2012, by Ernest Loumaye MD, PhD and André Chollet PhD. Ernest Loumaye is a specialist in female reproductive medicine with 20 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. Ernest Loumaye was previously Co-Founder and CEO of PregLem SA, a successful biopharmaceutical company which was acquired by Gedeon Richter in 2010. André Chollet is specialist in medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry with more than 30 years of experience in diverse positions in the biopharmaceutical industry, including in Biogen, GSK and Merck Serono. André Chollet was responsible for the preterm labor program at Serono before the acquisition of the company by Merck KGaA.

AnaptysBio

Series D in 2015
AnaptysBio is a privately-held therapeutic antibody product company that uses of somatic hypermutation, or SHM, for antibody discovery and optimization. SHM is the body's natural process for generating potent antibodies to fight disease. The Company's SHM-Platform utilizes the key components of SHM and other techniques to generate antibodies for therapeutic applications through an iterative process of natural evolution and high-throughput selection a process that has been referred to as naturalizing antibodies. This versatile platform can be used both to discover and optimize antibodies directed at specific disease targets and also affinity mature existing antibodies to improve their binding properties. In addition to providing a more powerful approach to antibody discovery and protein optimization, it addresses a growing void in the therapeutic antibody field due to a string of acquisitions and licensing deals that have reduced the availability of many technologies.

Kolltan Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2014
Kolltan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody drugs that target receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs) for the treatment of cancer and other diseases. Founded in 2007 and based in New Haven, Connecticut, Kolltan's lead product candidate, KTN3379, is an antibody targeting the ErbB3 RTK and is currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials for adult patients with advanced solid tumors. The company is also advancing KTN0158, a KIT RTK inhibitor aimed at treating neurofibromatosis type 1 and other inflammatory diseases, as well as KIT-ADC, an antibody-drug conjugate for oncology. Kolltan's research is informed by groundbreaking work in the laboratory of Dr. Joseph Schlessinger, which elucidates the molecular mechanisms of RTK activation and its implications for cancer.

Advanced Accelerator Applications

Private Equity Round in 2014
Advanced Accelerator Applications S.A. specializes in the development, production, and commercialization of molecular nuclear diagnostic and therapeutic medicine products. The company offers a range of radioligand therapies and precision imaging radioligands, primarily targeting oncology, cardiology, and neurology. Its product portfolio includes oxodotreotide, dotatate injections, and various solutions aimed at reducing radiation exposure during treatments. Advanced Accelerator Applications also provides a theragnostic platform that facilitates diagnosis, monitoring, and staging of tumors by using radiolabeled targeting molecules. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Saint Genis Pouilly, France, the company operates as a subsidiary of Novartis AG.

PTC Therapeutics

Private Equity Round in 2012
PTC Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of orally administered small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of rare disorders and cancer. The company offers Translarna, used for nonsense mutation Duchenne muscular dystrophy in ambulatory patients, and Emflaza, a corticosteroid for the same condition. PTC Therapeutics is advancing several candidates in clinical development, including Translarna for other rare genetic conditions, RG7916 and RO7034067 for spinal muscular atrophy, and PTC596 and PTC299, which target cancer through dihydrooratate dehydrogenase inhibition. Additionally, the company is developing a gene therapy candidate, PTC-AADC, for Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency. PTC Therapeutics collaborates with various organizations, including F. Hoffman-La Roche Ltd and Massachusetts General Hospital, to further its research and commercialization efforts. Founded in 1998, the company is headquartered in South Plainfield, New Jersey.

Kolltan Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2012
Kolltan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody drugs that target receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs) for the treatment of cancer and other diseases. Founded in 2007 and based in New Haven, Connecticut, Kolltan's lead product candidate, KTN3379, is an antibody targeting the ErbB3 RTK and is currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials for adult patients with advanced solid tumors. The company is also advancing KTN0158, a KIT RTK inhibitor aimed at treating neurofibromatosis type 1 and other inflammatory diseases, as well as KIT-ADC, an antibody-drug conjugate for oncology. Kolltan's research is informed by groundbreaking work in the laboratory of Dr. Joseph Schlessinger, which elucidates the molecular mechanisms of RTK activation and its implications for cancer.

Vivoryon Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2012
Vivoryon Therapeutics AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Halle, Germany, specializing in the research and development of therapeutic products aimed at treating Alzheimer's disease and cancer. The company's lead candidate, PQ912, is a small molecule QC inhibitor that has successfully completed Phase IIb clinical trials for Alzheimer's treatment. Additionally, Vivoryon is advancing PQ1565, another small molecule targeting cancer, and is developing a monoclonal antibody to enhance the clearance of toxic pyroglutamate-Abeta (pGlu-Abeta). The company has established research collaborations with University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, Nordic Bioscience, and the Fraunhofer Institute, focusing on cancer immunotherapy and the clinical development of its candidates. Founded in 1997 and originally named Probiodrug AG, the company rebranded to Vivoryon Therapeutics AG in June 2019.

Cylene Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2010
Cylene Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biotech pharmaceutical company, engages in the discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule drugs that target nucleolus and kill cancer cells. It offers nucleolus targeting agents, which are small-molecule targeted cancer therapeutic agents for carcinoid/neuroendocrine tumors and pediatric brain tumors; and serine/threonine protein kinase inhibitors. The company also provides pre-clinical stage oral drug candidates. Cylene Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was founded in 1997 as Cyternex, Inc. and changed its name to Cylene Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in October 2003. The company is based in San Diego, California.

Nereus Pharmaceuticals

Series E in 2010
Nereus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. engages in the discovery and development of therapeutics for the treatment of oncology, infectious diseases, and inflammation. The company uses its marine microbiology technologies for the discovery and development of drug candidates. Its oncology drug candidates include NPI-2358, a tumor vascular disrupting agent for the treatment of solid tumors; and NPI-0052, a proteasome inhibitor for the treatment of solid tumors, lymphomas, and multiple myeloma. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in San Diego, California.

PTC Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2009
PTC Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of orally administered small-molecule therapeutics for the treatment of rare disorders and cancer. The company offers Translarna, used for nonsense mutation Duchenne muscular dystrophy in ambulatory patients, and Emflaza, a corticosteroid for the same condition. PTC Therapeutics is advancing several candidates in clinical development, including Translarna for other rare genetic conditions, RG7916 and RO7034067 for spinal muscular atrophy, and PTC596 and PTC299, which target cancer through dihydrooratate dehydrogenase inhibition. Additionally, the company is developing a gene therapy candidate, PTC-AADC, for Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency. PTC Therapeutics collaborates with various organizations, including F. Hoffman-La Roche Ltd and Massachusetts General Hospital, to further its research and commercialization efforts. Founded in 1998, the company is headquartered in South Plainfield, New Jersey.

IVERIC bio

Series B in 2009
IVERIC bio is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative treatment options for retinal diseases that have significant unmet medical needs. The company is actively working on therapeutic product candidates aimed at age-related retinal diseases, as well as gene therapy product candidates designed for orphan inherited retinal diseases. Through its focused research and development efforts, IVERIC bio seeks to address critical gaps in the treatment landscape for patients suffering from these conditions.

Vivoryon Therapeutics

Series B in 2009
Vivoryon Therapeutics AG is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Halle, Germany, specializing in the research and development of therapeutic products aimed at treating Alzheimer's disease and cancer. The company's lead candidate, PQ912, is a small molecule QC inhibitor that has successfully completed Phase IIb clinical trials for Alzheimer's treatment. Additionally, Vivoryon is advancing PQ1565, another small molecule targeting cancer, and is developing a monoclonal antibody to enhance the clearance of toxic pyroglutamate-Abeta (pGlu-Abeta). The company has established research collaborations with University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, Nordic Bioscience, and the Fraunhofer Institute, focusing on cancer immunotherapy and the clinical development of its candidates. Founded in 1997 and originally named Probiodrug AG, the company rebranded to Vivoryon Therapeutics AG in June 2019.

Kolltan Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2009
Kolltan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody drugs that target receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs) for the treatment of cancer and other diseases. Founded in 2007 and based in New Haven, Connecticut, Kolltan's lead product candidate, KTN3379, is an antibody targeting the ErbB3 RTK and is currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials for adult patients with advanced solid tumors. The company is also advancing KTN0158, a KIT RTK inhibitor aimed at treating neurofibromatosis type 1 and other inflammatory diseases, as well as KIT-ADC, an antibody-drug conjugate for oncology. Kolltan's research is informed by groundbreaking work in the laboratory of Dr. Joseph Schlessinger, which elucidates the molecular mechanisms of RTK activation and its implications for cancer.

Zosano Pharma

Series B in 2009
Zosano Pharma Corporation is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Fremont, California, established in 2006. The company specializes in developing innovative drug delivery technologies aimed at addressing unmet medical needs. Its primary focus is on providing therapeutics for migraine sufferers through its proprietary intracutaneous microneedle system, which facilitates rapid systemic administration and absorption of medications. Zosano's lead product candidate, Qtrypta (M207), is a formulation of zolmitriptan designed to offer an improved pharmacokinetic profile compared to traditional dosage forms. By leveraging its advanced delivery system, Zosano Pharma aims to enhance patient outcomes and expand the potential for commercialization of its therapeutic products.

Surface Logix

Series E in 2009
Surface Logix is a drug development company which uses its expertise in biophysical chemistry to create new small molecule drugs with significantly improved pharmacokinetic (PK) and pharmacodynamic (PD) properties compared with class leaders.

Mpex Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2009
Mpex Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies to address the critical problem of antibiotic resistance, particularly concerning gram-negative bacteria. The company's internal development pipeline emphasizes the combination of proprietary formulations, pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics strategies, and novel potentiating agents with established antibiotics. This approach aims to counteract or inhibit the molecular mechanisms that contribute to antibiotic resistance. One of its key products, MP-376, is a proprietary formulation of levofloxacin designed as a maintenance therapy to prevent bacterial exacerbations in patients with cystic fibrosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Through these efforts, Mpex Pharmaceuticals seeks to provide effective solutions in the fight against resistant bacterial infections.

Pacira Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2008
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Inc. operates as a pharmaceutical company which engages in the development and manufacturing of injectable pharmaceutical products. Pacira Pharmaceuticals Inc. was formerly known as DepoTech Corp. was formerly as SkyePharma Inc. and changed its name to Pacira Pharmaceuticals Inc. in June, 2007. The company was founded in 1989 and is based in San Diego, California. Pacira Pharmaceuticals Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Pacira, Inc.

Anthera Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2008
Anthera Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing therapeutics for serious diseases related to inflammation, such as cardiovascular and autoimmune disorders. The company is advancing several product candidates, including Sollpura, a non-porcine pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy currently in Phase III trials for exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, and Blisibimod, which is in Phase II trials targeting B-cell mediated autoimmune diseases, including IgA nephropathy. Additionally, Anthera has other candidates like varespladib methyl and varespladib sodium, which are in various stages of clinical trials for acute coronary syndrome and sickle cell disease, respectively. Established in 2004, Anthera Pharmaceuticals is headquartered in Hayward, California, and has formed licensing agreements with prominent companies such as Amgen and Eli Lilly to facilitate the development of its therapies.

Kolltan Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2008
Kolltan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody drugs that target receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs) for the treatment of cancer and other diseases. Founded in 2007 and based in New Haven, Connecticut, Kolltan's lead product candidate, KTN3379, is an antibody targeting the ErbB3 RTK and is currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials for adult patients with advanced solid tumors. The company is also advancing KTN0158, a KIT RTK inhibitor aimed at treating neurofibromatosis type 1 and other inflammatory diseases, as well as KIT-ADC, an antibody-drug conjugate for oncology. Kolltan's research is informed by groundbreaking work in the laboratory of Dr. Joseph Schlessinger, which elucidates the molecular mechanisms of RTK activation and its implications for cancer.

Zosano Pharma

Series A in 2007
Zosano Pharma Corporation is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Fremont, California, established in 2006. The company specializes in developing innovative drug delivery technologies aimed at addressing unmet medical needs. Its primary focus is on providing therapeutics for migraine sufferers through its proprietary intracutaneous microneedle system, which facilitates rapid systemic administration and absorption of medications. Zosano's lead product candidate, Qtrypta (M207), is a formulation of zolmitriptan designed to offer an improved pharmacokinetic profile compared to traditional dosage forms. By leveraging its advanced delivery system, Zosano Pharma aims to enhance patient outcomes and expand the potential for commercialization of its therapeutic products.

IVERIC bio

Series A in 2007
IVERIC bio is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative treatment options for retinal diseases that have significant unmet medical needs. The company is actively working on therapeutic product candidates aimed at age-related retinal diseases, as well as gene therapy product candidates designed for orphan inherited retinal diseases. Through its focused research and development efforts, IVERIC bio seeks to address critical gaps in the treatment landscape for patients suffering from these conditions.

Nereus Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2007
Nereus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. engages in the discovery and development of therapeutics for the treatment of oncology, infectious diseases, and inflammation. The company uses its marine microbiology technologies for the discovery and development of drug candidates. Its oncology drug candidates include NPI-2358, a tumor vascular disrupting agent for the treatment of solid tumors; and NPI-0052, a proteasome inhibitor for the treatment of solid tumors, lymphomas, and multiple myeloma. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in San Diego, California.

Adnexus

Series C in 2007
Adnexus, a Bristol-Myers Squibb R&D Company, is leading the discovery and development of Adnectinsâ„¢, a novel, proprietary class of targeted biologics. Adnectins are proteins designed to either block or stimulate therapeutic targets of interest to fight diseases across a broad range of therapeutic areas. Their proprietary technology for engineering these versatile proteins creates an opportunity to rapidly generate highly differentiated medicines. Adnexus, a Bristol-Myers Squibb R&D Company, is a leader in the discovery and development of Adnectins, a proprietary type of targeted biologic. Adnectins are proteins designed to either block or stimulate therapeutic targets of interest to help fight diseases across a broad range of therapeutic areas. Our proprietary technology for engineering these proteins creates an opportunity to rapidly generate compounds for study as potential treatment options for patients. Targeted biologics are one of the most medically important and fastest growing areas in the biopharmaceutical industry. These drugs are specifically designed to attack targets of disease. Despite the success of the first generation targeted therapeutic products, such as antibodies, additional innovations are sought by the medical community to help meet unmet needs for improved safety, and efficacy. We believe the study of Adnectins can help to address these demands. Adnectins are derived from human fibronectin, an abundant extracellular protein that binds naturally to a number of different proteins. We create Adnectins using our proprietary protein engineering system called PROfusion™. Our scientists can rapidly create PROfusion libraries of more than 10 trillion different Adnectins. We then screen these libraries to identify Adnectins with the desired drug properties against therapeutic targets of interest. PROfusion enables discovery productivity by minimizing the timeframe for identifying high-quality candidates. In October 2007, Adnexus was acquired by Bristol-Myers Squibb Company. This acquisition has further accelerated our growth as an industry leader in the discovery and early development of proprietary targeted biologics. Together with Bristol-Myers Squibb, we are developing multiple Adnectin programs for use in the study of potential treatments in a broad range of disease types, including oncology, immunology, and cardiovascular disease.

Agensys

Series D in 2007
Agensys a biotechnology company, engages in the research and development of therapeutic human monoclonal antibodies and antibody drug conjugates for the treatment of cancer. It offers products to treat various tumors, as well as prostate, pancreatic, and bladder cancers. The company, formerly known as UroGenesys, was founded in 1997 and is based in Santa Monica, California. As of December 18, 2007, Agensys, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Astellas Pharma US, Inc.

BaroFold

Series A in 2007
BaroFold is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of innovative protein therapeutics, particularly targeting immunology conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Asthma. The company utilizes its proprietary PreEMT™ technology, which employs high pressure folding to enhance the tolerability, efficacy, and safety of protein biologics. This technology allows for the disaggregation and controlled refolding of proteins, ensuring a high fidelity of native structure. By leveraging this state-of-the-art approach, BaroFold aims to support biopharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and government agencies in creating novel therapeutics, accelerating development processes, and managing the life cycles of protein-based treatments.

Surface Logix

Series D in 2007
Surface Logix is a drug development company which uses its expertise in biophysical chemistry to create new small molecule drugs with significantly improved pharmacokinetic (PK) and pharmacodynamic (PD) properties compared with class leaders.

Locus Pharmaceuticals

Series E in 2007
Locus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. develops a drug design and development platform for oral drug therapies in the areas of unmet medical needs. Its fragment-based computational drug design technology is used for the discovery and development of compounds for the treatment of unmet medical needs. The company has a computational drug design technology, which is used to develop a pipeline of drug development candidates, including direct and allosteric kinase inhibitors for cancer and inflammation diseases. Locus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was formerly known as Locus Discovery, Inc. The company was incorporated in 1998 and is based in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. Locus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a former subsidiary of Sarnoff Corporation.

Cylene Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2007
Cylene Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biotech pharmaceutical company, engages in the discovery, development, and commercialization of small molecule drugs that target nucleolus and kill cancer cells. It offers nucleolus targeting agents, which are small-molecule targeted cancer therapeutic agents for carcinoid/neuroendocrine tumors and pediatric brain tumors; and serine/threonine protein kinase inhibitors. The company also provides pre-clinical stage oral drug candidates. Cylene Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was founded in 1997 as Cyternex, Inc. and changed its name to Cylene Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in October 2003. The company is based in San Diego, California.
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