Curevo is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation, non-mRNA vaccines to address unmet medical needs. Its lead candidate, amezosvatein (also known as CRV-101), is an adjuvanted subunit vaccine designed to prevent shingles (herpes zoster) and chickenpox (varicella). The company focuses on improving vaccine efficacy, safety, and tolerability while advancing its pipeline through clinical trials.
Molecular Partners
Post in 2024
Molecular Partners is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing modern medicine through the development of innovative therapies. The company specializes in a novel class of small protein therapeutics known as DARPin therapeutics, which are designed to target serious diseases, including cancer and sight-threatening disorders. Molecular Partners' product pipeline is organized into three primary areas: ophthalmology, focusing on therapies for retinal diseases such as wet age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular edema; oncology, which includes DARPin candidates that feature unique mechanisms of action; and additional therapeutic areas. The firm's commitment to developing potent and versatile treatments positions it at the forefront of biopharmaceutical innovation.
Cartesian Therapeutics
Post in 2024
Cartesian Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing cell and gene immunotherapies to treat cancer and autoimmune diseases. The company designs chimeric antigen receptor therapies for multiple myeloma and other cancers and uses its ImmTOR immune tolerance platform to mitigate antigen-specific immune responses. It operates a proprietary technology and manufacturing platform to deliver one or more mRNA molecules into cells to enhance their function, aiming to improve therapeutic performance.
Bluejay Therapeutics
Series C in 2024
Bluejay Therapeutics is a private biopharmaceutical company focused on developing curative treatments for infectious and liver diseases. Its initial program targets chronic hepatitis B, a widespread infection with unmet medical need, using two approaches: fully human IgG1 monoclonal antibodies against hepatitis B surface antigen and oral small-molecule inhibitors of HBsAg. The aim is to reduce viral surface antigen and restore adaptive immunity, potentially achieving a functional cure for HBV and enabling patients to regain immune control of infection. The company’s work also contemplates extending its approach to other viral liver diseases, including chronic hepatitis D.
Alumis is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in precision medicines for autoimmune disorders. It leverages its proprietary precision data analytics platform and expertise in immunology to develop targeted therapies that significantly improve patients' lives.
Vicore Pharma
Post in 2023
Vicore Pharma is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on severe lung diseases. It develops medicines that act through the angiotensin II type 2 receptor, with its lead candidate C21 currently in phase 2b development for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and holding orphan drug designation in the European Union and the United States. The company is exploring additional rare diseases in which the AT2 receptor plays a key role. It is based in Mölndal, Sweden, in AstraZeneca’s Bioventurehub, and, in addition to its drug program, is pursuing a digital therapeutic approach with Almee, an investigational medical device designed to address the psychological impact of living with pulmonary fibrosis.
Upstream Bio
Series B in 2023
Upstream Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing antibody therapies for severe respiratory disorders. Its lead product, Verekitug, targets the receptor for Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin (TSLP), a cytokine involved in inflammatory responses.
Farmalisto
Series B in 2022
Farmalisto operates an online pharmacy platform that enables customers in Colombia and Mexico to purchase medicines and health-related products through an integrated e-commerce experience. The platform emphasizes chronic and complex medications, offering home delivery, patient support programs, home care services, and laboratory services to support treatment at home or in an office. The business also provides logistics and marketing services to pharmaceutical partners and includes a retail assortment of personal care and health products. Founded in 2013, Farmalisto is based in Bogotá and serves the Latin American market.
Valo Health
Series C in 2022
Valo Health is a technology company focused on transforming the drug discovery and development process through the integration of human and machine intelligence. By leveraging machine learning, cloud computing, and extensive data analysis, Valo Health's platform facilitates the identification of previously unknown connections between genetic markers and diseases. This human-centric approach supports clients in the healthcare sector in the development of treatments for various conditions, including oncology, neurodegenerative diseases, and cardiovascular issues. Through its innovative platform, Valo Health aims to accelerate the creation of impactful therapies.
Mahzi Therapeutics
Series A in 2022
Mahzi Therapeutics is a health care and biotechnology company based in San Mateo, California. Founded in 2020, it specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals to address underserved rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorders and related neuroregenerative diseases, developing molecular therapeutics to enable treatment options.
Fore Biotherapeutics
Convertible Note in 2022
Fore Biotherapeutics is a precision oncology company focused on developing targeted cancer therapies guided by functional genomics. It aims to create a pipeline of treatments for patients with currently unaddressed mutations across established oncology targets.
Adrenomed
Convertible Note in 2022
Adrenomed is a privately financed, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on restoring vascular integrity in critically ill patients. Its lead candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody that targets Adrenomedullin, a regulator of the vascular system, to reduce vascular leakage and stabilize circulation in conditions such as sepsis and septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a biomarker-guided approach, pairing the antibody with Adrenomedullin measurements to identify suitable patients. Headquartered in Hennigsdorf, near Berlin, Germany, Adrenomed develops therapeutic and diagnostic strategies to treat acute circulatory failure and improve survival in high-risk conditions.
Mineralys Therapeutics
Series B in 2022
Mineralys Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for hypertension. The company is advancing its lead product candidate, MLS-101, a highly selective and potent aldosterone synthase inhibitor licensed from Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation. Mineralys aims to provide a targeted treatment for patients with uncontrolled hypertension, particularly those who do not achieve adequate blood pressure control despite using multiple antihypertensive medications. By addressing the underlying factors associated with elevated aldosterone levels, Mineralys seeks to improve treatment outcomes for individuals suffering from this condition.
Upstream Bio
Series A in 2022
Upstream Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing antibody therapies for severe respiratory disorders. Its lead product, Verekitug, targets the receptor for Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin (TSLP), a cytokine involved in inflammatory responses.
Farmalisto
Series B in 2022
Farmalisto operates an online pharmacy platform that enables customers in Colombia and Mexico to purchase medicines and health-related products through an integrated e-commerce experience. The platform emphasizes chronic and complex medications, offering home delivery, patient support programs, home care services, and laboratory services to support treatment at home or in an office. The business also provides logistics and marketing services to pharmaceutical partners and includes a retail assortment of personal care and health products. Founded in 2013, Farmalisto is based in Bogotá and serves the Latin American market.
Founded in 2018, Neuron23 is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Munich, Germany. It specializes in developing and manufacturing medicines for genetic disorders using artificial intelligence technology and genetics.
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 operates as a leading pharmacy marketplace in Italy, connecting a network of independent pharmacies to enable faster deliveries. It runs an online medical platform that offers a wide range of pharmaceutical products from authorized pharmacies at reasonable prices, with options for same-day delivery to any location, helping customers save time and money.
Mineralys Therapeutics
Series A in 2022
Mineralys Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for hypertension. The company is advancing its lead product candidate, MLS-101, a highly selective and potent aldosterone synthase inhibitor licensed from Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation. Mineralys aims to provide a targeted treatment for patients with uncontrolled hypertension, particularly those who do not achieve adequate blood pressure control despite using multiple antihypertensive medications. By addressing the underlying factors associated with elevated aldosterone levels, Mineralys seeks to improve treatment outcomes for individuals suffering from this condition.
Adrenomed
Convertible Note in 2022
Adrenomed is a privately financed, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on restoring vascular integrity in critically ill patients. Its lead candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody that targets Adrenomedullin, a regulator of the vascular system, to reduce vascular leakage and stabilize circulation in conditions such as sepsis and septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a biomarker-guided approach, pairing the antibody with Adrenomedullin measurements to identify suitable patients. Headquartered in Hennigsdorf, near Berlin, Germany, Adrenomed develops therapeutic and diagnostic strategies to treat acute circulatory failure and improve survival in high-risk conditions.
Swixx Biopharma
Venture Round in 2021
Swixx Biopharma is a specialized company that provides comprehensive representation for biopharma, over-the-counter (OTC), and medical device firms in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). Founded in 2014 and based in Baar, Switzerland, Swixx Biopharma operates fully-owned affiliates across various CEE countries, including Albania, Bulgaria, Poland, and Romania, among others. The company aims to fill the gap left by multinational corporations that choose not to enter or exit specific markets or therapeutic areas. With a focus on rare diseases, oncology-hematology, specialty treatments, and self-medication, Swixx Biopharma leverages its research expertise to deliver effective health solutions tailored to the needs of the region.
SK biopharmaceuticals
Series A in 2021
SK Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd., founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea, focuses on the research, discovery, and development of pharmaceuticals targeting central nervous system disorders. The company is advancing several key products, including Cenobamate for epilepsy, Solriamfetol for excessive daytime sleepiness, and Carisbamate for Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, with various candidates in different stages of clinical trials. Other investigational drugs include Relenopride for rare neurological diseases and compounds targeting attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and epilepsy. SK Biopharmaceuticals aims to establish itself as a leading specialty pharmaceutical company by developing innovative treatments and providing high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing services.
Acrivon Therapeutics
Series B in 2021
Acrivon Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing precision oncology therapeutics. The company employs a proteomics-based platform to identify patients whose tumors are likely to respond positively to specific treatments, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of its drug development efforts. Acrivon's pipeline features its lead program, ACR-368 (prexasertib), which is currently in Phase 2 trials, alongside several preclinical programs targeting key components of DNA damage response and cell cycle regulation, including WEE1 and PKMYT1. By concentrating on complex oncology drug targets that are often not addressed by traditional therapies, Acrivon aims to expedite the advancement of both in-licensed clinical-stage assets and its internally developed programs through accelerated registration trials.
Antiva Biosciences
Series D in 2021
Antiva Biosciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, focused on developing antiviral therapies for human papillomavirus (HPV) infections. Established in 2012, the company aims to prevent cancer by treating precancerous lesions associated with HPV. Antiva's innovative approach includes localized therapeutics and small molecule antivirals that target HPV and other viral infections. The company is currently conducting clinical trials for high-grade anal intraepithelial neoplasias and high-grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasias. Through its medicinal chemistry platform, Antiva strives to enhance health outcomes for patients affected by HPV-related diseases and other viral infections.
Aculys Pharma
Private Equity Round in 2021
Aculys Pharma is a pharmaceutical company that develops drugs and innovative medical treatments for neurological and psychiatric disorders.
Upstream Bio
Series A in 2021
Upstream Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing antibody therapies for severe respiratory disorders. Its lead product, Verekitug, targets the receptor for Thymic Stromal Lymphopoietin (TSLP), a cytokine involved in inflammatory responses.
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 unique T-win technology platform, the company creates first-in-class immune-modulating cancer vaccines that aim to activate T cells specific to immune-suppressive molecules. This approach allows for the simultaneous targeting and disruption of multiple pathways that tumors exploit to evade the immune response. IO Biotech has demonstrated a strong capability in advancing its preclinical and clinical candidates, with its two leading compounds targeting IDO and PD-L1 currently in clinical development, while several others are in the preclinical phase.
Mahzi Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
Mahzi Therapeutics is a health care and biotechnology company based in San Mateo, California. Founded in 2020, it specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of biopharmaceuticals to address underserved rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorders and related neuroregenerative diseases, developing molecular therapeutics to enable treatment options.
BioAtla, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing innovative antibody-based therapeutics for cancer treatment. The company utilizes its proprietary platforms, Conditionally Active Biologics (CAB) and Comprehensive Integrated Antibody Optimization (CIAO!), to create highly selective and effective drugs. Its lead product candidate, BA3011, is a conditionally active biologic antibody-drug conjugate targeting soft tissue and bone sarcomas, non-small cell lung cancer, and other tumor types. Additionally, BioAtla is developing BA3021, aimed at non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma, as well as BA3071, which targets multiple cancers, including renal cell carcinoma and hepatocellular carcinoma. The company holds over 150 issued patents and applications, emphasizing its commitment to improving drug selectivity and safety while expanding the range of treatable cancers.
Fore Biotherapeutics
Series C in 2021
Fore Biotherapeutics is a precision oncology company focused on developing targeted cancer therapies guided by functional genomics. It aims to create a pipeline of treatments for patients with currently unaddressed mutations across established oncology targets.
Swixx Biopharma
Venture Round in 2021
Swixx Biopharma is a specialized company that provides comprehensive representation for biopharma, over-the-counter (OTC), and medical device firms in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). Founded in 2014 and based in Baar, Switzerland, Swixx Biopharma operates fully-owned affiliates across various CEE countries, including Albania, Bulgaria, Poland, and Romania, among others. The company aims to fill the gap left by multinational corporations that choose not to enter or exit specific markets or therapeutic areas. With a focus on rare diseases, oncology-hematology, specialty treatments, and self-medication, Swixx Biopharma leverages its research expertise to deliver effective health solutions tailored to the needs of the region.
Mineralys Therapeutics
Series A in 2021
Mineralys Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for hypertension. The company is advancing its lead product candidate, MLS-101, a highly selective and potent aldosterone synthase inhibitor licensed from Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation. Mineralys aims to provide a targeted treatment for patients with uncontrolled hypertension, particularly those who do not achieve adequate blood pressure control despite using multiple antihypertensive medications. By addressing the underlying factors associated with elevated aldosterone levels, Mineralys seeks to improve treatment outcomes for individuals suffering from this condition.
Adrenomed
Convertible Note in 2021
Adrenomed is a privately financed, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on restoring vascular integrity in critically ill patients. Its lead candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody that targets Adrenomedullin, a regulator of the vascular system, to reduce vascular leakage and stabilize circulation in conditions such as sepsis and septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a biomarker-guided approach, pairing the antibody with Adrenomedullin measurements to identify suitable patients. Headquartered in Hennigsdorf, near Berlin, Germany, Adrenomed develops therapeutic and diagnostic strategies to treat acute circulatory failure and improve survival in high-risk conditions.
Monte Rosa Therapeutics
Series C in 2021
Monte Rosa Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on cancer therapeutics that target protein degradation pathways. It specializes in developing molecular glue degraders, a class of small molecules that direct disease-relevant proteins to degradation by the cell's natural machinery. The company uses its QuEEN platform, incorporating artificial intelligence and proprietary experimental tools, to identify target proteins for degradation by molecular glue degraders. It maintains a diverse library of more than 50,000 molecules and advancing its pipeline, including MRT-2359, a candidate that targets the translation termination factor GSPT1 for potential use in MYC-driven tumors.
Founded in 2007, Neurelis is a specialty pharmaceutical company based in Encinitas, California. It focuses on licensing, developing, and commercializing product candidates for epilepsy and the broader central nervous system market. The company differentiates itself by applying novel technologies to enhance therapeutic benefits and improve patient care.
Valo Health
Series B in 2021
Valo Health is a technology company focused on transforming the drug discovery and development process through the integration of human and machine intelligence. By leveraging machine learning, cloud computing, and extensive data analysis, Valo Health's platform facilitates the identification of previously unknown connections between genetic markers and diseases. This human-centric approach supports clients in the healthcare sector in the development of treatments for various conditions, including oncology, neurodegenerative diseases, and cardiovascular issues. Through its innovative platform, Valo Health aims to accelerate the creation of impactful therapies.
Visen Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2021
Visen Pharmaceuticals is an innovative biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and providing advanced treatments for endocrine diseases in China. With a patient-centric approach, Visen aims to deliver first-in-class or best-in-class products, covering both common and rare endocrine conditions in adults and children. The company leverages cutting-edge technologies and global resources, with established offices in Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong, and Taipei, along with a Greater China R&D and manufacturing site in Suzhou.
Farmalisto
Series B in 2020
Farmalisto operates an online pharmacy platform that enables customers in Colombia and Mexico to purchase medicines and health-related products through an integrated e-commerce experience. The platform emphasizes chronic and complex medications, offering home delivery, patient support programs, home care services, and laboratory services to support treatment at home or in an office. The business also provides logistics and marketing services to pharmaceutical partners and includes a retail assortment of personal care and health products. Founded in 2013, Farmalisto is based in Bogotá and serves the Latin American market.
Founded in 2018, Neuron23 is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Munich, Germany. It specializes in developing and manufacturing medicines for genetic disorders using artificial intelligence technology and genetics.
Nuance Biotech
Series D in 2020
Nuance Biotech Inc. is a pharmaceutical development company based in Shanghai, China, founded in 2014. The company focuses on the research and development of innovative drug formulations, offering products in the form of capsules, injections, and tubes. In addition to its core pharmaceutical development activities, Nuance Biotech also provides commercial and academic platforms for drug-related ventures and offers contract sales organization services. Through its diverse capabilities, the company aims to advance healthcare solutions and contribute to the pharmaceutical industry.
Adrenomed
Series E in 2020
Adrenomed is a privately financed, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on restoring vascular integrity in critically ill patients. Its lead candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody that targets Adrenomedullin, a regulator of the vascular system, to reduce vascular leakage and stabilize circulation in conditions such as sepsis and septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a biomarker-guided approach, pairing the antibody with Adrenomedullin measurements to identify suitable patients. Headquartered in Hennigsdorf, near Berlin, Germany, Adrenomed develops therapeutic and diagnostic strategies to treat acute circulatory failure and improve survival in high-risk conditions.
Swixx Biopharma
Venture Round in 2020
Swixx Biopharma is a specialized company that provides comprehensive representation for biopharma, over-the-counter (OTC), and medical device firms in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). Founded in 2014 and based in Baar, Switzerland, Swixx Biopharma operates fully-owned affiliates across various CEE countries, including Albania, Bulgaria, Poland, and Romania, among others. The company aims to fill the gap left by multinational corporations that choose not to enter or exit specific markets or therapeutic areas. With a focus on rare diseases, oncology-hematology, specialty treatments, and self-medication, Swixx Biopharma leverages its research expertise to deliver effective health solutions tailored to the needs of the region.
Ambrx
Private Equity Round in 2020
Ambrx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in La Jolla, California, specializing in the development of engineered precision biologics through an expanded genetic code technology platform. This innovative approach enables the incorporation of synthetic amino acids into proteins, facilitating the creation of next-generation therapeutics. Ambrx focuses on various product candidates, including antibody drug conjugates (ADCs), bispecific antibodies, targeted immuno-oncology treatments, and long-acting therapeutic peptides aimed at addressing metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. The company has a robust development pipeline featuring multiple clinical and preclinical programs, with its lead candidate ARX788 among them. Ambrx also collaborates with other organizations, such as MabSpace Biosciences and BeiGene, to enhance its research and development efforts in oncology and other therapeutic areas. Founded in 2003, Ambrx is committed to advancing the efficacy and safety of new biologic therapies for patients.
Longboard Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2020
Longboard Pharmaceuticals, Inc., established in 2020 and headquartered in San Diego, California, is engaged in developing optimized medicines targeting neurological diseases. The company focuses on improving pharmacology and pharmacokinetics to create novel treatments for rare conditions. Its pipeline includes LP352, a next-generation 5-HT2C agonist being evaluated for developmental and epileptic encephalopathies; LP143, a centrally acting CB2 receptor full agonist explored for potential treatment of neurological disorders like ALS and PD; and LP659, a highly selective S1P receptor modulator targeting multiple CNS neuroinflammatory disorders. Longboard operates as a subsidiary of Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc., aiming to deliver these medicines to patients in need.
Founded in 2007, Neurelis is a specialty pharmaceutical company based in Encinitas, California. It focuses on licensing, developing, and commercializing product candidates for epilepsy and the broader central nervous system market. The company differentiates itself by applying novel technologies to enhance therapeutic benefits and improve patient care.
BioShin Limited is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative medicines for neurological, neuropsychiatric diseases, and rare disorders. Established in 2018 and based in Pudong, China, BioShin operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd. The company is engaged in developing late-stage product candidates and offers clinical trial platforms that explore various therapeutic approaches, including calcitonin gene-related peptide receptor antagonism for migraine relief, glutamate modulation for Alzheimer’s disease and anxiety disorders, and myeloperoxidase inhibition targeting inflammation and neurodegeneration. By addressing significant unmet medical needs in neurological care, BioShin aims to make a substantial impact in the Asia-Pacific market.
Monte Rosa Therapeutics
Series B in 2020
Monte Rosa Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on cancer therapeutics that target protein degradation pathways. It specializes in developing molecular glue degraders, a class of small molecules that direct disease-relevant proteins to degradation by the cell's natural machinery. The company uses its QuEEN platform, incorporating artificial intelligence and proprietary experimental tools, to identify target proteins for degradation by molecular glue degraders. It maintains a diverse library of more than 50,000 molecules and advancing its pipeline, including MRT-2359, a candidate that targets the translation termination factor GSPT1 for potential use in MYC-driven tumors.
Fore Biotherapeutics
Series C in 2020
Fore Biotherapeutics is a precision oncology company focused on developing targeted cancer therapies guided by functional genomics. It aims to create a pipeline of treatments for patients with currently unaddressed mutations across established oncology targets.
Polyneuron Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2020
Polyneuron Pharmaceuticals AG is a biopharmaceutical company based in Basel, Switzerland, focused on developing innovative therapeutics for the treatment of autoimmune disorders. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in creating drugs to target specific autoimmune conditions, including PN-1007 for anti-MAG neuropathy, PN-1018 for multifocal motor neuropathy, and PN-032 and PN-056 for ABO-incompatible transplantation. Polyneuron's therapeutic approach employs biodegradable glycopolymers that selectively eliminate pathological autoantibodies, preserving the overall integrity of the immune system. This technology, referred to as Antibody-Catch, aims to provide safe and effective treatment options for patients suffering from autoimmune diseases affecting the peripheral nervous system, particularly those involving autoantibodies against carbohydrate epitopes.
Sublimity Therapeutics
Series B in 2020
Sublimity Therapeutics is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for gastrointestinal and immunological diseases. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with an additional office in Solana Beach, California, the company aims to address unmet clinical needs through its proprietary oral drug delivery technology. This technology enhances the bioavailability of difficult-to-formulate drugs, allowing for effective systemic or localized delivery within the gastrointestinal tract. Sublimity Therapeutics' product portfolio includes treatments for conditions such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, graft versus host disease, and transplant rejection, as well as SmPill formulations for various gastrointestinal disorders. The company's lead product is STI-0529, specifically designed for moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. Founded in 2000 and formerly known as Sigmoid Pharma, Sublimity Therapeutics is committed to advancing oral pharmaceutical formulation technologies to improve patient outcomes in its targeted therapeutic areas.
BioAtla, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on developing innovative antibody-based therapeutics for cancer treatment. The company utilizes its proprietary platforms, Conditionally Active Biologics (CAB) and Comprehensive Integrated Antibody Optimization (CIAO!), to create highly selective and effective drugs. Its lead product candidate, BA3011, is a conditionally active biologic antibody-drug conjugate targeting soft tissue and bone sarcomas, non-small cell lung cancer, and other tumor types. Additionally, BioAtla is developing BA3021, aimed at non-small cell lung cancer and melanoma, as well as BA3071, which targets multiple cancers, including renal cell carcinoma and hepatocellular carcinoma. The company holds over 150 issued patents and applications, emphasizing its commitment to improving drug selectivity and safety while expanding the range of treatable cancers.
Adrenomed
Convertible Note in 2020
Adrenomed is a privately financed, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on restoring vascular integrity in critically ill patients. Its lead candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody that targets Adrenomedullin, a regulator of the vascular system, to reduce vascular leakage and stabilize circulation in conditions such as sepsis and septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a biomarker-guided approach, pairing the antibody with Adrenomedullin measurements to identify suitable patients. Headquartered in Hennigsdorf, near Berlin, Germany, Adrenomed develops therapeutic and diagnostic strategies to treat acute circulatory failure and improve survival in high-risk conditions.
Everest Medicines
Series C in 2020
Everest Medicines is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapies for critical unmet medical needs, initially focusing on Asia Pacific markets.
Guangdong Jianke Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. operates a network of nine pharmacy stores and an online retail platform in China. Established in 2006 and based in Dongguan, the company offers a diverse range of products, including medications for hepatobiliary, dermatology, pediatric, and urology conditions, as well as treatments for digestive, nervous, and respiratory systems. Jianke also provides female health medication, health care products, medical instruments, and beauty care items. The company focuses on addressing the needs of patients with chronic diseases through its online chronic disease management services, which complement its pharmacy offerings. Its primary revenue stream comes from online retail pharmacy services, supplemented by comprehensive medical services and tailored marketing solutions.
Adrenomed
Series D in 2020
Adrenomed is a privately financed, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on restoring vascular integrity in critically ill patients. Its lead candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody that targets Adrenomedullin, a regulator of the vascular system, to reduce vascular leakage and stabilize circulation in conditions such as sepsis and septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a biomarker-guided approach, pairing the antibody with Adrenomedullin measurements to identify suitable patients. Headquartered in Hennigsdorf, near Berlin, Germany, Adrenomed develops therapeutic and diagnostic strategies to treat acute circulatory failure and improve survival in high-risk conditions.
Farmalisto
Convertible Note in 2020
Farmalisto operates an online pharmacy platform that enables customers in Colombia and Mexico to purchase medicines and health-related products through an integrated e-commerce experience. The platform emphasizes chronic and complex medications, offering home delivery, patient support programs, home care services, and laboratory services to support treatment at home or in an office. The business also provides logistics and marketing services to pharmaceutical partners and includes a retail assortment of personal care and health products. Founded in 2013, Farmalisto is based in Bogotá and serves the Latin American market.
iTeos Therapeutics
Series B in 2020
iTeos Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on immuno-oncology, developing cancer therapies that target the tumor microenvironment to overcome immune suppression and enhance efficacy of existing treatments. The company pursues small molecule and antibody approaches, including EOS-850, a small molecule antagonist of the adenosine A2A receptor, and EOS-448, an antagonist of TIGIT, with early-stage clinical programs designed to restore immune activity against tumors. By modulating metabolic and immune pathways within the tumor microenvironment, iTeos aims to improve responses across cancer types and complement immune checkpoint therapies.
Corvidia Therapeutics
Convertible Note in 2020
Corvidia Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing precision therapies for cardiovascular and renal diseases. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on researching and commercializing innovative treatments aimed at addressing chronic kidney disease, particularly in patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and inflammation, as well as conditions like high triglyceride-induced acute pancreatitis. Corvidia Therapeutics is recognized for its approach that targets specific biologic pathways, enabling healthcare providers to deliver more effective therapies to patients with unique sensitivities. As of July 2020, Corvidia operates as a subsidiary of Novo Nordisk A/S.
ALX Oncology
Series C in 2020
ALX Oncology is a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company based in Burlingame, California, established in 2015. The company specializes in developing innovative therapies aimed at treating various forms of cancer, with a particular focus on its lead product candidate, ALX148. This therapeutic agent is designed to block the CD47 protein, which cancer cells exploit to evade the immune system. ALX148 is currently being investigated for its efficacy in treating myelodysplastic syndromes, acute myeloid leukemia, and several solid tumor types, including head and neck squamous cell carcinoma and certain gastric cancers. The company leverages advanced protein engineering technologies to enhance the affinity of its CD47 blockers, aiming to minimize hematologic toxicities often associated with existing treatments. ALX Oncology's commitment to improving cancer therapies is rooted in pioneering research conducted by its founders at Stanford University.
Swixx Biopharma
Debt Financing in 2020
Swixx Biopharma is a specialized company that provides comprehensive representation for biopharma, over-the-counter (OTC), and medical device firms in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). Founded in 2014 and based in Baar, Switzerland, Swixx Biopharma operates fully-owned affiliates across various CEE countries, including Albania, Bulgaria, Poland, and Romania, among others. The company aims to fill the gap left by multinational corporations that choose not to enter or exit specific markets or therapeutic areas. With a focus on rare diseases, oncology-hematology, specialty treatments, and self-medication, Swixx Biopharma leverages its research expertise to deliver effective health solutions tailored to the needs of the region.
Arcutis Biotherapeutics
Series C in 2019
Arcutis Biotherapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing treatments for immune-mediated dermatological diseases. Its lead product, ZORYVE roflumilast cream, has demonstrated symptomatic improvement in plaque psoriasis patients.
Farmalisto
Convertible Note in 2019
Farmalisto operates an online pharmacy platform that enables customers in Colombia and Mexico to purchase medicines and health-related products through an integrated e-commerce experience. The platform emphasizes chronic and complex medications, offering home delivery, patient support programs, home care services, and laboratory services to support treatment at home or in an office. The business also provides logistics and marketing services to pharmaceutical partners and includes a retail assortment of personal care and health products. Founded in 2013, Farmalisto is based in Bogotá and serves the Latin American market.
Harmony Biosciences Holdings
Series C in 2019
Harmony Biosciences Holdings is a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company based in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, founded in 2017. It develops and commercializes therapies for rare neurological disorders with unmet medical needs. Its lead product is WAKIX (pitolisant), used to treat narcolepsy, and the company maintains a pipeline that includes candidates such as HBS-102, BP1.15205, ZYN002, EPX-100 and EPX-200.
Viela Bio
Series B in 2019
Viela Bio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, focused on the research and development of innovative treatments for severe inflammation and autoimmune diseases. The company's lead product candidate, inebilizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody targeting CD19, which is expressed on various immune system B cells. This candidate is being developed for multiple indications, including neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, kidney transplant desensitization, myasthenia gravis, and IgG4-related diseases. Additionally, Viela Bio is advancing VIB4920, aimed at preventing kidney transplant rejection and treating sjögren’s syndrome, as well as VIB7734, which targets cutaneous lupus erythematosus. The company has established a strategic collaboration with Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation to develop and commercialize inebilizumab for autoimmune diseases across several Asian markets. Founded in 2017, Viela Bio aims to address critical pathways underlying these diseases and improve patient outcomes globally.
Arrakis Therapeutics
Series B in 2019
Arrakis Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, that specializes in drug discovery focused on ribonucleic acid (RNA) targets. Established in 2015, the company utilizes a proprietary platform that combines advanced RNA bioinformatics, structural tools, and chemical libraries to identify new RNA targets and develop RNA-targeted small molecules (rSMs). This innovative approach aims to address various diseases, including cancer, neurological disorders, and rare genetic conditions. Arrakis also offers SHAPEware, a software tool designed to analyze and predict RNA secondary structures and potential ligand-binding sites, further enhancing its drug development capabilities. Through its comprehensive pipeline, Arrakis Therapeutics seeks to improve treatment options and outcomes for patients across multiple therapeutic areas.
SpringWorks Therapeutics
Series B in 2019
SpringWorks Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company applying precision medicine to develop medicines for severe rare diseases and cancer. It maintains a differentiated targeted oncology portfolio with lead candidates nirogacestat, a gamma secretase inhibitor, and mirdametinib, a MEK inhibitor, both in late-stage trials; the pipeline also includes BGB-3245, an oral inhibitor of activating BRAF mutations, in Phase I, and several combination programs. The company pursues collaborations with BeiGene, GlaxoSmithKline, and Allogene and has license agreements with Pfizer for nirogacestat and mirdametinib. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, SpringWorks aims to advance potentially registrational studies in rare tumor types and genetically defined cancers through partnerships that expand its portfolio and patient access.
Nuance Biotech
Series C in 2019
Nuance Biotech Inc. is a pharmaceutical development company based in Shanghai, China, founded in 2014. The company focuses on the research and development of innovative drug formulations, offering products in the form of capsules, injections, and tubes. In addition to its core pharmaceutical development activities, Nuance Biotech also provides commercial and academic platforms for drug-related ventures and offers contract sales organization services. Through its diverse capabilities, the company aims to advance healthcare solutions and contribute to the pharmaceutical industry.
SAI Life Sciences
Venture Round in 2019
SAI Life Sciences is a global pharmaceutical services provider offering integrated solutions across drug discovery, development, and manufacturing for clients worldwide. Established in 1999, the company specializes in discovering, developing, and manufacturing medicines, with a focus on small molecule new chemical entities (NCEs). SAI operates through multiple facilities in India, Japan, the United States, and Europe, offering services such as synthetic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, biology, pharmacology, toxicology, and late-phase manufacturing. Its mission is to enable partners to develop innovative medicines more efficiently by providing reliable, high-quality scientific solutions.
Adrenomed
Series D in 2018
Adrenomed is a privately financed, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on restoring vascular integrity in critically ill patients. Its lead candidate, Adrecizumab, is a humanized monoclonal antibody that targets Adrenomedullin, a regulator of the vascular system, to reduce vascular leakage and stabilize circulation in conditions such as sepsis and septic shock and acute heart failure. The company employs a biomarker-guided approach, pairing the antibody with Adrenomedullin measurements to identify suitable patients. Headquartered in Hennigsdorf, near Berlin, Germany, Adrenomed develops therapeutic and diagnostic strategies to treat acute circulatory failure and improve survival in high-risk conditions.
Turning Point Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2018
Turning Point Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on designing and developing novel small molecule targeted oncology therapies. Its pipeline includes repotrectinib, TPX-0046, TPX-0022, and preclinical ALK inhibitor TPX-0131, targeting genetic drivers of cancer in TKI-naïve and TKI-pretreated patients.
Galera Therapeutics
Series C in 2018
Galera Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutics to mitigate radiotherapy-induced side effects in cancer patients. Its lead product candidate, avasopasem manganese (GC4419), is a small molecule superoxide dismutase mimetic currently in Phase III trials for treating radiation-induced severe oral mucositis in head and neck cancer patients.
Guangdong Jianke Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. operates a network of nine pharmacy stores and an online retail platform in China. Established in 2006 and based in Dongguan, the company offers a diverse range of products, including medications for hepatobiliary, dermatology, pediatric, and urology conditions, as well as treatments for digestive, nervous, and respiratory systems. Jianke also provides female health medication, health care products, medical instruments, and beauty care items. The company focuses on addressing the needs of patients with chronic diseases through its online chronic disease management services, which complement its pharmacy offerings. Its primary revenue stream comes from online retail pharmacy services, supplemented by comprehensive medical services and tailored marketing solutions.
Iconic Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2018
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative therapeutics targeting retinal diseases and cancer through the biology of tissue factor. The company has an exclusive license for a novel recombinant protein known as hI-con1, which functions as an immunoconjugate that activates the immune system to eliminate pathological cells, such as those involved in wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. hI-con1 binds to tissue factor, prompting natural killer cells to destroy aberrant neovascular blood vessels and potentially disrupting the feedback loop with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), thus reducing its levels. Phase 1 studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results, demonstrating biological activity without dose-limiting toxicities. Iconic Therapeutics aims to translate scientific insights into effective treatments for serious diseases by addressing the underlying causes of inflammation and angiogenesis.
Sublimity Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2018
Sublimity Therapeutics is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for gastrointestinal and immunological diseases. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with an additional office in Solana Beach, California, the company aims to address unmet clinical needs through its proprietary oral drug delivery technology. This technology enhances the bioavailability of difficult-to-formulate drugs, allowing for effective systemic or localized delivery within the gastrointestinal tract. Sublimity Therapeutics' product portfolio includes treatments for conditions such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, graft versus host disease, and transplant rejection, as well as SmPill formulations for various gastrointestinal disorders. The company's lead product is STI-0529, specifically designed for moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. Founded in 2000 and formerly known as Sigmoid Pharma, Sublimity Therapeutics is committed to advancing oral pharmaceutical formulation technologies to improve patient outcomes in its targeted therapeutic areas.
Corvidia Therapeutics
Series B in 2018
Corvidia Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing precision therapies for cardiovascular and renal diseases. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on researching and commercializing innovative treatments aimed at addressing chronic kidney disease, particularly in patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and inflammation, as well as conditions like high triglyceride-induced acute pancreatitis. Corvidia Therapeutics is recognized for its approach that targets specific biologic pathways, enabling healthcare providers to deliver more effective therapies to patients with unique sensitivities. As of July 2020, Corvidia operates as a subsidiary of Novo Nordisk A/S.
Aptinyx Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Evanston, Illinois, that specializes in discovering and developing innovative therapies for disorders of the brain and nervous system. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on proprietary synthetic small molecules that modulate the NMDA receptor, enhancing nerve cell communication. Aptinyx's pipeline includes NYX-2925, which is in Phase II clinical development for painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy and fibromyalgia, and NYX-783, currently in Phase I trials for post-traumatic stress disorder. Additionally, NYX-458, another NMDA receptor modulator, is undergoing Phase I studies aimed at treating cognitive impairment associated with Parkinson's disease. The company also collaborates with Allergan plc to develop a compound for major depressive disorder, highlighting its commitment to addressing significant unmet medical needs in the central nervous system arena.
Y-mAbs Therapeutics
Private Equity Round in 2017
Y-mAbs Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative antibody-based therapies for cancer treatment in the United States. The company's lead product, DANYELZA, is an FDA-approved monoclonal antibody targeting ganglioside GD2, which is present in various neuroectoderm-derived tumors and sarcomas. Y-mAbs is advancing several other candidates, including naxitamab, currently in Phase 2 trials for pediatric patients with relapsed osteosarcoma and high-risk neuroblastoma, and omburtamab, also in Phase 2 trials for desmoplastic small round cell tumors. Additionally, the company is developing a GD2-GD3 vaccine and exploring the huB7-H3 candidate for adult solid tumors. Y-mAbs collaborates with leading institutions, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to enhance its antibody constructs using advanced therapeutic platforms. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, Y-mAbs aims to provide novel treatments that may reduce the long-term toxicities associated with traditional chemotherapies while potentially offering curative options for patients with widespread disease.
Y-mAbs Therapeutics
Private Equity Round in 2017
Y-mAbs Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative antibody-based therapies for cancer treatment in the United States. The company's lead product, DANYELZA, is an FDA-approved monoclonal antibody targeting ganglioside GD2, which is present in various neuroectoderm-derived tumors and sarcomas. Y-mAbs is advancing several other candidates, including naxitamab, currently in Phase 2 trials for pediatric patients with relapsed osteosarcoma and high-risk neuroblastoma, and omburtamab, also in Phase 2 trials for desmoplastic small round cell tumors. Additionally, the company is developing a GD2-GD3 vaccine and exploring the huB7-H3 candidate for adult solid tumors. Y-mAbs collaborates with leading institutions, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to enhance its antibody constructs using advanced therapeutic platforms. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, Y-mAbs aims to provide novel treatments that may reduce the long-term toxicities associated with traditional chemotherapies while potentially offering curative options for patients with widespread disease.
Harmony Biosciences Holdings
Venture Round in 2017
Harmony Biosciences Holdings is a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company based in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, founded in 2017. It develops and commercializes therapies for rare neurological disorders with unmet medical needs. Its lead product is WAKIX (pitolisant), used to treat narcolepsy, and the company maintains a pipeline that includes candidates such as HBS-102, BP1.15205, ZYN002, EPX-100 and EPX-200.
Homology Medicines
Series B in 2017
Homology Medicines is a biotechnology company focused on developing genetic therapies for rare diseases. Its proprietary platform uses human hematopoietic stem cell-derived adeno-associated virus vectors to deliver treatments in vivo, targeting various tissues including the liver and central nervous system. The company's lead product candidate, HMI-102, is in clinical trials for treating phenylketonuria.
Complexa, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative medicines for severe and life-threatening conditions related to fibrosis and inflammation. Founded in 2008 and based in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, the company specializes in researching endogenous human cell signaling technologies to address a range of inflammatory, fibrotic, and central nervous system diseases. Its proprietary technology centers on the synthesis and therapeutic use of endogenous nitro-fatty acids, which serve as cell-signaling agents that modulate key inflammatory pathways. Notable among its developments is CXA-10, an oral nitrated fatty acid compound aimed at treating conditions such as focal segmental glomerulosclerosis and pulmonary arterial hypertension. Through its research efforts, Complexa aims to enhance existing anti-inflammatory and metabolic signaling mechanisms to support the resolution and repair of both acute and chronic tissue injuries.
Forbius, also known as Formation Biologics, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on designing and developing innovative therapeutics for cancer and fibrotic diseases. Founded in 2011 as a management-led spin-out from YM BioSciences, the company specializes in creating agents that target critical biological pathways, specifically the transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-beta) and epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) pathways. By leveraging advanced protein engineering technologies and a deep understanding of biology, Forbius aims to produce highly effective inhibitors with unique mechanisms of action, ultimately striving to improve patient outcomes and transform lives.
AMICUS SA
Venture Round in 2017
Amicus SA is a pharmaceutical company based in Baar, Switzerland, established in 2013. It specializes in representing research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies in the Balkans and the Baltics, particularly in regions where the original companies do not maintain a direct presence. The company offers a range of services, including marketing and sales, regulatory affairs, reimbursement and market access, and logistics management. Amicus also collaborates with local partners for manufacturing and packaging, and provides risk management services encompassing pharmacovigilance, compliance, and quality assurance. Its team is composed of skilled managers and medical professionals committed to delivering modern medicines to these markets while upholding ethical standards in its operations.
Founded in 2007, Neurelis is a specialty pharmaceutical company based in Encinitas, California. It focuses on licensing, developing, and commercializing product candidates for epilepsy and the broader central nervous system market. The company differentiates itself by applying novel technologies to enhance therapeutic benefits and improve patient care.
True North Therapeutics
Series D in 2016
True North Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2013 as a spin-out of iPierian. The company focuses on developing therapies that target the classical pathway of the immune system's complement system to address rare diseases with high unmet clinical needs. Its lead product, TNT009, is a monoclonal antibody designed to selectively inhibit the classical complement pathway, aiming to treat conditions such as cold agglutinin disease, warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia, antibody-mediated rejection, bullous pemphigoid, and other rare diseases in hematologic, kidney transplant, dermatology, and neurological spaces. True North Therapeutics was acquired by Bioverativ Inc.
Iconic Therapeutics
Series C in 2016
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative therapeutics targeting retinal diseases and cancer through the biology of tissue factor. The company has an exclusive license for a novel recombinant protein known as hI-con1, which functions as an immunoconjugate that activates the immune system to eliminate pathological cells, such as those involved in wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. hI-con1 binds to tissue factor, prompting natural killer cells to destroy aberrant neovascular blood vessels and potentially disrupting the feedback loop with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), thus reducing its levels. Phase 1 studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results, demonstrating biological activity without dose-limiting toxicities. Iconic Therapeutics aims to translate scientific insights into effective treatments for serious diseases by addressing the underlying causes of inflammation and angiogenesis.
Vitaeris
Seed Round in 2016
Vitaeris Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in the development of innovative treatments for chronic inflammatory diseases. Founded in 2016, Vitaeris focuses on the anti-interleukin-6 monoclonal antibody clazakizumab, which has been licensed from Alder Biopharmaceuticals. The company aims to provide new treatment options that enhance recovery for organ transplant recipients and others suffering from chronic conditions. As of June 2020, Vitaeris operates as a subsidiary of CSL Limited.
Iconic Therapeutics
Series C in 2016
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative therapeutics targeting retinal diseases and cancer through the biology of tissue factor. The company has an exclusive license for a novel recombinant protein known as hI-con1, which functions as an immunoconjugate that activates the immune system to eliminate pathological cells, such as those involved in wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. hI-con1 binds to tissue factor, prompting natural killer cells to destroy aberrant neovascular blood vessels and potentially disrupting the feedback loop with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), thus reducing its levels. Phase 1 studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results, demonstrating biological activity without dose-limiting toxicities. Iconic Therapeutics aims to translate scientific insights into effective treatments for serious diseases by addressing the underlying causes of inflammation and angiogenesis.
ObsEva SA is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Geneva, Switzerland, dedicated to developing innovative therapeutics for women's reproductive health and pregnancy. Founded in 2012 by Ernest Loumaye and André Chollet, the company focuses on addressing serious conditions affecting women. Its key products in development include Linzagolix, an oral gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor antagonist aimed at treating pain from endometriosis and heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids. ObsEva is also working on OBE022, a once-daily oral prostaglandin F2α receptor antagonist designed for managing preterm labor between 24 and 34 weeks of gestation, and Nolasiban, an oral oxytocin receptor antagonist intended to enhance clinical pregnancy and live birth rates in women undergoing in vitro fertilization. The company operates primarily within the Swiss market while targeting global solutions for women's reproductive health needs.
Celladon Corporation, established in 2000 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, is a biotechnology company focused on developing molecular therapies for treating heart failure. The company's primary product candidate is MYDICAR, an enzyme replacement therapy aimed at addressing the key enzyme deficiency in advanced heart failure. This therapy targets SERCA2a, an enzyme crucial for regulating calcium cycling and contractility in heart muscle cells.
AnaptysBio
Series D in 2015
AnaptysBio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing therapeutic antibody product candidates for unmet medical needs in inflammation and immuno-oncology. The company's pipeline includes immune cell modulating antibodies such as rosnilimab, a PD-1 agonist in Phase 2b trials for rheumatoid arthritis and ulcerative colitis, and ANB032, a BTLA agonist in Phase 2b trial for atopic dermatitis.
Nabriva Therapeutics
Series B in 2015
Nabriva Therapeutics plc is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative anti-infective agents to address serious infections. The company's lead product candidate, XENLETA, is the first systemic pleuromutilin antibiotic approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of community-acquired bacterial pneumonia. In addition to XENLETA, Nabriva is developing CONTEPO, a potential first-in-class epoxide antibiotic aimed at treating complicated urinary tract infections, including acute pyelonephritis. The company is also involved in clinical trials for other indications, including pediatric infections and sexually transmitted infections. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Nabriva was previously known as Nabriva Therapeutics Forschungs GmbH before rebranding in 2007.
Kolltan Pharmaceuticals
Series D in 2014
Kolltan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company founded in 2007 and based in New Haven, Connecticut. The company specializes in the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody drugs that target receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs), which play a crucial role in various cancers and other diseases. Its 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. Additionally, Kolltan is developing KTN0158, a KIT RTK inhibitor aimed at treating neurofibromatosis type 1 and other inflammatory conditions, as well as KIT-ADC, an antibody-drug conjugate for oncology applications. The company is also engaged in various research programs focused on RTK targets, building on foundational discoveries made in collaboration with leading academic laboratories. As of late 2016, Kolltan Pharmaceuticals operates as a subsidiary of Celldex Therapeutics, Inc.
Advanced Accelerator Applications
Private Equity Round in 2014
Advanced Accelerator Applications develops and commercializes molecular nuclear medicine products for diagnosis and therapy. Its portfolio includes radiopharmaceuticals like oxodotreotides, dotatate injections, and edotreotide solutions, targeting oncology, cardiology, and neurology. The company also offers theragnostic platforms for precision imaging and targeted therapies.
PTC Therapeutics
Private Equity Round in 2012
PTC Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing treatments for rare genetic disorders. Its portfolio includes approved drugs like Translarna (ataluren) and Emflaza (deflazacort), as well as pipeline candidates targeting various rare diseases such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, and certain cancers.
Kolltan Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2012
Kolltan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company founded in 2007 and based in New Haven, Connecticut. The company specializes in the discovery and development of monoclonal antibody drugs that target receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs), which play a crucial role in various cancers and other diseases. Its 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. Additionally, Kolltan is developing KTN0158, a KIT RTK inhibitor aimed at treating neurofibromatosis type 1 and other inflammatory conditions, as well as KIT-ADC, an antibody-drug conjugate for oncology applications. The company is also engaged in various research programs focused on RTK targets, building on foundational discoveries made in collaboration with leading academic laboratories. As of late 2016, Kolltan Pharmaceuticals operates as a subsidiary of Celldex Therapeutics, Inc.
Vivoryon Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2012
Vivoryon Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic products for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and cancer. Its lead product candidate, PQ912, has completed Phase IIb clinical trials for Alzheimer's disease. The company also has preclinical development products targeting cancer and is exploring monoclonal antibody therapies.
Cylene Pharmaceuticals
Series D in 2010
Cylene Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biotech pharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, focused on the discovery and development of small molecule drugs targeting cancer cells. The company specializes in nucleolus targeting agents, which are designed to provide targeted therapeutic solutions for carcinoid and neuroendocrine tumors as well as pediatric brain tumors. Additionally, Cylene develops serine/threonine protein kinase inhibitors and pre-clinical stage oral drug candidates. Established in 1997 as Cyternex, Inc., the company rebranded to Cylene Pharmaceuticals in October 2003. Its innovative approach aims to activate p53 through non-genotoxic pathways, offering improved treatment options for various cancer indications.
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 is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing treatments for rare genetic disorders. Its portfolio includes approved drugs like Translarna (ataluren) and Emflaza (deflazacort), as well as pipeline candidates targeting various rare diseases such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, and certain cancers.