IndieBio

IndieBio is an accelerator that supports startups using biology to solve major problems, delivering four-month programs for companies and teams with ideas. Based in San Francisco with an office in New York, it focuses on life sciences, biotechnology and synthetic biology, investing in seed and early-stage ventures that place biology at the core of their technology across products, processes and software. The program favors teams with two or more co-founders and generally provides equity-based funding in the early stages, often combining direct investments with additional financing options. Founded in 2014, IndieBio operates within the SOSV accelerator network, a global platform that supports portfolio companies through mentorship, resources and cross-border programs.

Arvind Gupta

Founder

Alexander Hall-Daniels

Associate

Past deals in Therapeutics

Particella

Convertible Note in 2025
Particella is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing a proprietary oral lipid nanoparticle technology designed to deliver mRNA and other nucleic acids. This innovative approach aims to transform the administration of biological medicines by utilizing the intestinal tract to facilitate the secretion of proteins into the bloodstream. By enabling the oral delivery of protein biologics, Particella's technology seeks to address the limitations of current methods, ultimately allowing healthcare providers to prevent gastrointestinal diseases in patients more effectively. The company's advancements hold the potential to create a new category of medicines, enhancing the accessibility and efficacy of treatments.

Ten63 Therapeutics

Series A in 2024
Ten63 Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, focused on developing potent therapeutics for medically validated yet undruggable targets. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes its innovative platform, COPPER, which combines machine learning-based computational chemistry with advanced physical modeling to explore an extensive chemical space. This approach allows Ten63 Therapeutics to discover novel drug candidates for some of the most lethal diseases by employing proprietary algorithms for scaffold redesign and optimizing chemical design. By integrating these technologies, the company aims to produce durable therapies and improve drug resistance prediction, ultimately addressing challenges in drug development for previously intractable targets.

Unlocked Labs

Seed Round in 2024
Unlocked Labs develops targeted probiotics designed to manage specific health conditions. Their first product focuses on reducing kidney stone risk by digesting a stone-forming compound found in healthy foods like leafy vegetables.

BioLattice

Seed Round in 2024
BioLattice is a biotechnology company focused on developing tissue-engineered cornea technology. Their primary goal is to provide a viable alternative to donor tissue for full-thickness corneal transplants. The company's innovative technology offers a corneal prototype with vision-correcting capabilities, aiming to restore sight for patients requiring corneal transplants.

Vitarka Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2024
Vitarka Therapeutics is a London-based company that specializes in developing medical technologies and solutions aimed at treating various types of cancer. The company has created a targeted non-viral delivery platform designed for intracellular targets, particularly in oncology, neuroscience, and neurodegeneration. This innovative platform works by activating the immune system and normalizing tumor vasculature, significantly improving outcomes for late-stage cancer patients, including those with lung, colon, and breast cancers. By utilizing re-engineered pore-forming proteins, Vitarka Therapeutics enables cell-specific targeting and endosomal release of therapeutic cargo, providing cancer patients with improved prospects for leading normal lives and maintaining hope for the future.

VIAN Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2024
VIAN Therapeutics is an early-stage biotechnology company focused on transforming retinal disease treatment. Its lead product, a first-in-class non-invasive eyedrop, aims to replace invasive injections for conditions like age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular edema.

Synplexity

Seed Round in 2024
Synplexity is a biotechnology company located in New Castle, Delaware, specializing in mutational scanning and multiplexed gene synthesis through advanced artificial intelligence technology. The company operates a large-scale gene synthesis and proteomics discovery platform that utilizes microdroplets as microreactors. This innovative approach allows for the efficient creation of multiplex gene libraries, which have applications across various sectors, including therapeutics, biomanufacturing, agriculture, and climate systems. Synplexity aims to drive advancements in healthcare and other industries through its cutting-edge genetic technologies.

Laguna Bio

Seed Round in 2024
Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Laguna Bio develops a drug discovery platform designed to selectively activate and expand the innate immune system against cancer. The company focuses on providing a specific type of T cell for the immune system to fight solid tumors by increasing the response rate of bispecific antibody drugs.

FREZENT

Seed Round in 2024
FREZENT is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for advanced-stage cancer patients. It specializes in creating biological inhibitors that target cancer-specific lipid metabolism, aiming to prevent the reactivation of dormant cancer cells.

Gatehouse Bio

Convertible Note in 2024
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.

Asta Bio

Seed Round in 2024
Asta Bio is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of radiotherapeutics for cancer treatment. It focuses on combining the alpha-emitting radioisotope 211-Astatine with multivalent single-domain antibodies to deliver targeted alpha radiation to tumor cells, sparing healthy cells. This approach aims to effectively destroy cancer cells by breaking their DNA strands.

Tinkeso Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2024
Tinkeso Therapeutics is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of innovative, off-the-shelf cell therapies for treating cancer and autoimmune diseases. The company focuses on creating allogeneic chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) engineered natural killer T (NKT) cell therapies, which use NKT cells to target and destroy cancer cells or modulate the immune response in autoimmune conditions. This approach aims to increase treatment accessibility and scalability by utilizing non-patient-specific cells.

Calder Biosciences

Seed Round in 2024
Calder Biosciences engineers next-generation vaccines using its proprietary 3D-Vaxlock technology. This platform generates molecular staples that lock vaccines into their most potent shape, enhancing immune response and stability. Calder's initial focus is on developing a universal flu vaccine and an RSV vaccine for the elderly. Their vaccines aim to protect against life-threatening diseases with improved safety, efficacy, and durability, reducing healthcare burden globally.

Cayuga Biotech

Convertible Note in 2024
Cayuga Biotech is a biotechnology company developing innovative hemostatic drugs and devices aimed at reducing uncontrollable bleeding, a leading cause of death from traumatic injuries. Its polyphosphate-based drug accelerates the body's natural clotting process to contain bleeding at the injury site, minimizing potential side effects. Cayuga focuses on treating traumatic hemorrhage and rare bleeding disorders.

Reactosome

Seed Round in 2024
Reactosome is a biotechnology company that develops synthetic nuclei for gene therapy. Its core product, a synthetic nucleus, operates continuously within cells, mimicking the natural nucleus to affect multiple genes simultaneously. This approach aims to enhance the safety and longevity of gene expression, thereby enabling the development of treatments for complex diseases such as cancer and age-related disorders.

Unlocked Labs

Seed Round in 2023
Unlocked Labs develops targeted probiotics designed to manage specific health conditions. Their first product focuses on reducing kidney stone risk by digesting a stone-forming compound found in healthy foods like leafy vegetables.

RyboDyn

Seed Round in 2023
RyboDyn is a biotechnology research company focused on developing innovative therapeutics aimed at training the immune system to identify and eliminate cancer from within the body. By leveraging cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs, RyboDyn creates advanced treatments that promise significant improvements in the management of terminal diseases and various ailments. The company's commitment to enhancing medicine through its research positions it at the forefront of the fight against cancer, with the potential to transform patient care and outcomes.

FREZENT

Seed Round in 2023
FREZENT is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for advanced-stage cancer patients. It specializes in creating biological inhibitors that target cancer-specific lipid metabolism, aiming to prevent the reactivation of dormant cancer cells.

Gatehouse Bio

Convertible Note in 2023
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.

Calder Biosciences

Seed Round in 2023
Calder Biosciences engineers next-generation vaccines using its proprietary 3D-Vaxlock technology. This platform generates molecular staples that lock vaccines into their most potent shape, enhancing immune response and stability. Calder's initial focus is on developing a universal flu vaccine and an RSV vaccine for the elderly. Their vaccines aim to protect against life-threatening diseases with improved safety, efficacy, and durability, reducing healthcare burden globally.

BryoSphere

Seed Round in 2023
BryoSphere is a company specializing in the manufacturing of specialty chemicals, employing moss plants and biotechnology methods in the production of their goods. The company is currently focused on the development of two key products: one for addressing skin hyperpigmentation in topical treatments, and another as an anti-cancer drug.

Cell BioEngines

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Cell BioEngines is a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in developing 'off-the-shelf' stem cell therapies as drugs for treating human diseases. The company's core platform enables the production of high-quality, pure, and potent cell products at scale using a universal blood stem cell-derived technology.

TippingPoint Biosciences

Seed Round in 2023
TippingPoint Biosciences is developing therapeutics that target abnormal DNA packaging states in diseases such as cancer.

Pannex Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2023
Pannex Therapeutics is a New York-based biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative cancer therapies. It specializes in Pannexin 1 channel blockers, a novel class of drugs designed to inhibit multiple pathways, preventing cancer cell growth, metastasis, and survival.

Diadem Biotherapeutics

Convertible Note in 2023
Diadem Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing bio-therapeutical materials through organic methods. The company specializes in the creation of exosomes, which are cell-free vesicles engineered to signal through validated targets. Diadem's therapeutic platform aims to treat a variety of chronic inflammatory conditions, autoimmune diseases, and cancers. By focusing on the genetic engineering, manufacturing, and purification of these exosomes, Diadem provides innovative solutions for clinicians to effectively address immunopathologies and improve patient outcomes.

Vitarka Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2023
Vitarka Therapeutics is a London-based company that specializes in developing medical technologies and solutions aimed at treating various types of cancer. The company has created a targeted non-viral delivery platform designed for intracellular targets, particularly in oncology, neuroscience, and neurodegeneration. This innovative platform works by activating the immune system and normalizing tumor vasculature, significantly improving outcomes for late-stage cancer patients, including those with lung, colon, and breast cancers. By utilizing re-engineered pore-forming proteins, Vitarka Therapeutics enables cell-specific targeting and endosomal release of therapeutic cargo, providing cancer patients with improved prospects for leading normal lives and maintaining hope for the future.

Cayuga Biotech

Seed Round in 2023
Cayuga Biotech is a biotechnology company developing innovative hemostatic drugs and devices aimed at reducing uncontrollable bleeding, a leading cause of death from traumatic injuries. Its polyphosphate-based drug accelerates the body's natural clotting process to contain bleeding at the injury site, minimizing potential side effects. Cayuga focuses on treating traumatic hemorrhage and rare bleeding disorders.

DNALite Therapeutics

Convertible Note in 2023
DNALite Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative gene therapy treatments for the gastrointestinal tract. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced oral lipid nanoparticle technology to deliver mRNA and plasmid DNA directly to intestinal stem cells. This approach aims to address the root causes of gastrointestinal diseases, including Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a hereditary condition that can lead to colorectal cancer and often necessitates invasive surgical interventions. DNALite's therapies seek to transform protein biologics into oral drugs, allowing for more effective and less invasive treatment options.

Particella

Convertible Note in 2023
Particella is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing a proprietary oral lipid nanoparticle technology designed to deliver mRNA and other nucleic acids. This innovative approach aims to transform the administration of biological medicines by utilizing the intestinal tract to facilitate the secretion of proteins into the bloodstream. By enabling the oral delivery of protein biologics, Particella's technology seeks to address the limitations of current methods, ultimately allowing healthcare providers to prevent gastrointestinal diseases in patients more effectively. The company's advancements hold the potential to create a new category of medicines, enhancing the accessibility and efficacy of treatments.

FluoSphera

Pre Seed Round in 2023
FluoSphera is a biotechnology company focused on developing safer and more effective drugs. It aims to minimize adverse side effects and reduce reliance on animal testing by leveraging innovative drug discovery technologies. This enables FluoSphera's partners to better understand human physiological responses and safeguard populations from harmful chemicals more efficiently.

FluoSphera

Seed Round in 2022
FluoSphera is a biotechnology company focused on developing safer and more effective drugs. It aims to minimize adverse side effects and reduce reliance on animal testing by leveraging innovative drug discovery technologies. This enables FluoSphera's partners to better understand human physiological responses and safeguard populations from harmful chemicals more efficiently.

BioSapien

Series A in 2022
BioSapien is a biotechnology company developing innovative, biodegradable implantable devices that deliver pharmaceuticals directly to cancer sites. Its flagship product, MediChip, uses 3D printing technology to create a mesh capable of sustained drug release, reducing systemic side effects and improving patient care.

Wayfinder Biosciences

Seed Round in 2022
Wayfinder Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing orally available small molecule drugs that modulate RNA targets linked to cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. The company uses a proprietary platform that combines high-throughput screening, computational modeling, and machine learning with unique datasets to discover RNA-targeting compounds with potency and selectivity for traditionally inaccessible targets. Its approach includes RNA biosensor technologies that render target molecules detectable, aiding discovery and evaluation. Founded in 2021 and based in Seattle, Wayfinder aims to accelerate development of therapies for undruggable targets by enabling rapid screening and optimization of RNA-targeting small molecules.

Vitarka Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2022
Vitarka Therapeutics is a London-based company that specializes in developing medical technologies and solutions aimed at treating various types of cancer. The company has created a targeted non-viral delivery platform designed for intracellular targets, particularly in oncology, neuroscience, and neurodegeneration. This innovative platform works by activating the immune system and normalizing tumor vasculature, significantly improving outcomes for late-stage cancer patients, including those with lung, colon, and breast cancers. By utilizing re-engineered pore-forming proteins, Vitarka Therapeutics enables cell-specific targeting and endosomal release of therapeutic cargo, providing cancer patients with improved prospects for leading normal lives and maintaining hope for the future.

Gatehouse Bio

Seed Round in 2022
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.

Intrinsic Medicine

Convertible Note in 2022
Intrinsic Medicine, Inc. is a clinical-stage company based in Des Moines, Washington, focused on researching and developing innovative medicines for patients. Formerly known as Lupa Bio, the company specializes in the development of prebiotic drugs aimed at treating various human diseases. Its flagship products, Human Identical Milk Oligosaccharides (HiMOs), are engineered to remain stable in stomach acid and resist degradation in the upper gastrointestinal tract. This unique formulation allows patients to enhance gut health and modulate immune responses effectively. As a venture-backed entity, Intrinsic Medicine operates with a technical and operational platform designed to bring significant medical advancements to patients in an efficient and ethical manner.

Laguna Bio

Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, Laguna Bio develops a drug discovery platform designed to selectively activate and expand the innate immune system against cancer. The company focuses on providing a specific type of T cell for the immune system to fight solid tumors by increasing the response rate of bispecific antibody drugs.

Dandelion

Seed Round in 2022
Dandelion is a therapeutic company that focuses on training AI models that can design organ and cell-type-specific drug delivery vehicles. Dandelion was founded in 2022.

SyntheX

Convertible Note in 2022
SyntheX specializes in drug discovery using synthetic biology platforms. It identifies protein interaction modulators and enables functional protein degradation, focusing on unique mechanisms for cancer and rare disease treatments.

Ria Health

Series A in 2022
Ria Health is an online platform that provides telehealth services aimed at helping individuals modify their relationship with alcohol. It offers personalized treatment plans that include medication-assisted options and behavioral therapies, all facilitated by licensed healthcare professionals. The platform emphasizes continuous monitoring to help users track their progress and maintain accountability. Ria Health also features a mobile app that provides access to educational materials, support groups, and communication with care teams. This comprehensive approach is designed to assist users in managing alcohol consumption and fostering healthier habits, ultimately addressing the challenges associated with alcohol use disorder.

Gatehouse Bio

Convertible Note in 2022
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.

Pannex Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2022
Pannex Therapeutics is a New York-based biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative cancer therapies. It specializes in Pannexin 1 channel blockers, a novel class of drugs designed to inhibit multiple pathways, preventing cancer cell growth, metastasis, and survival.

Kalia Health

Convertible Note in 2022
Founded in 2019, Kalia Health is a biotechnology company based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It develops affordable and accessible home-based early detection tests to improve maternal health outcomes.

DNALite Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2022
DNALite Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative gene therapy treatments for the gastrointestinal tract. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced oral lipid nanoparticle technology to deliver mRNA and plasmid DNA directly to intestinal stem cells. This approach aims to address the root causes of gastrointestinal diseases, including Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a hereditary condition that can lead to colorectal cancer and often necessitates invasive surgical interventions. DNALite's therapies seek to transform protein biologics into oral drugs, allowing for more effective and less invasive treatment options.

Kalia Health

Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2019, Kalia Health is a biotechnology company based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It develops affordable and accessible home-based early detection tests to improve maternal health outcomes.

Conan MedTech

Convertible Note in 2022
Founded in 2020, Conan MedTech specializes in developing rapid point-of-care diagnostic tests for concussions. Its innovative technology enables sports medicine professionals and coaches to make informed decisions on the sideline during games, revolutionizing mild traumatic brain injury diagnosis.

Conan MedTech

Seed Round in 2022
Founded in 2020, Conan MedTech specializes in developing rapid point-of-care diagnostic tests for concussions. Its innovative technology enables sports medicine professionals and coaches to make informed decisions on the sideline during games, revolutionizing mild traumatic brain injury diagnosis.

Proteinea

Convertible Note in 2022
Proteinea develops a protein engineering platform that uses proprietary AI models and computational tools to design next-generation antibodies with enhanced efficacy, safety, and convenience. The company aims to make biotherapeutics development smarter, safer, and faster.

Cayuga Biotech

Seed Round in 2022
Cayuga Biotech is a biotechnology company developing innovative hemostatic drugs and devices aimed at reducing uncontrollable bleeding, a leading cause of death from traumatic injuries. Its polyphosphate-based drug accelerates the body's natural clotting process to contain bleeding at the injury site, minimizing potential side effects. Cayuga focuses on treating traumatic hemorrhage and rare bleeding disorders.

Unlocked Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Unlocked Labs develops targeted probiotics designed to manage specific health conditions. Their first product focuses on reducing kidney stone risk by digesting a stone-forming compound found in healthy foods like leafy vegetables.

Gatehouse Bio

Seed Round in 2021
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.

Prothegen

Seed Round in 2021
Prothegen is a biotechnology company located in Palo Alto, California, focused on developing innovative medicines that precisely regulate cell death. The company has created a platform aimed at delivering therapies that can either inhibit or promote ferroptosis, a form of regulated cell death. By targeting this mechanism, Prothegen seeks to provide effective therapeutics that can prevent unwanted cell death, thereby improving treatment options for various diseases.

Prothegen

Convertible Note in 2021
Prothegen is a biotechnology company located in Palo Alto, California, focused on developing innovative medicines that precisely regulate cell death. The company has created a platform aimed at delivering therapies that can either inhibit or promote ferroptosis, a form of regulated cell death. By targeting this mechanism, Prothegen seeks to provide effective therapeutics that can prevent unwanted cell death, thereby improving treatment options for various diseases.

Filtricine

Seed Round in 2021
Filtricine is a Santa Clara, California-based biotechnology company focused on cancer therapy through targeted nutrient depletion. The company develops approaches that remove nutrients critical to cancer cell growth, enabling exploitation of cancer-specific metabolic dependencies without traditional drug substances. Through a nutrient modulation platform, Filtricine aims to identify metabolic vulnerabilities in cancers and apply strategies to deprive tumor cells of essential nutrients, potentially slowing or stopping disease progression. Founded in 2017, Filtricine operates as a clinical-stage, venture-backed biotechnology company dedicated to developing therapies that spare normal cells while targeting cancer metabolism.

Diadem Biotherapeutics

Convertible Note in 2021
Diadem Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing bio-therapeutical materials through organic methods. The company specializes in the creation of exosomes, which are cell-free vesicles engineered to signal through validated targets. Diadem's therapeutic platform aims to treat a variety of chronic inflammatory conditions, autoimmune diseases, and cancers. By focusing on the genetic engineering, manufacturing, and purification of these exosomes, Diadem provides innovative solutions for clinicians to effectively address immunopathologies and improve patient outcomes.

Intrinsic Medicine

Convertible Note in 2021
Intrinsic Medicine, Inc. is a clinical-stage company based in Des Moines, Washington, focused on researching and developing innovative medicines for patients. Formerly known as Lupa Bio, the company specializes in the development of prebiotic drugs aimed at treating various human diseases. Its flagship products, Human Identical Milk Oligosaccharides (HiMOs), are engineered to remain stable in stomach acid and resist degradation in the upper gastrointestinal tract. This unique formulation allows patients to enhance gut health and modulate immune responses effectively. As a venture-backed entity, Intrinsic Medicine operates with a technical and operational platform designed to bring significant medical advancements to patients in an efficient and ethical manner.

Ria Health

Convertible Note in 2021
Ria Health is an online platform that provides telehealth services aimed at helping individuals modify their relationship with alcohol. It offers personalized treatment plans that include medication-assisted options and behavioral therapies, all facilitated by licensed healthcare professionals. The platform emphasizes continuous monitoring to help users track their progress and maintain accountability. Ria Health also features a mobile app that provides access to educational materials, support groups, and communication with care teams. This comprehensive approach is designed to assist users in managing alcohol consumption and fostering healthier habits, ultimately addressing the challenges associated with alcohol use disorder.

DNALite Therapeutics

Convertible Note in 2021
DNALite Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative gene therapy treatments for the gastrointestinal tract. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced oral lipid nanoparticle technology to deliver mRNA and plasmid DNA directly to intestinal stem cells. This approach aims to address the root causes of gastrointestinal diseases, including Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a hereditary condition that can lead to colorectal cancer and often necessitates invasive surgical interventions. DNALite's therapies seek to transform protein biologics into oral drugs, allowing for more effective and less invasive treatment options.

Wayfinder Biosciences

Seed Round in 2021
Wayfinder Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing orally available small molecule drugs that modulate RNA targets linked to cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. The company uses a proprietary platform that combines high-throughput screening, computational modeling, and machine learning with unique datasets to discover RNA-targeting compounds with potency and selectivity for traditionally inaccessible targets. Its approach includes RNA biosensor technologies that render target molecules detectable, aiding discovery and evaluation. Founded in 2021 and based in Seattle, Wayfinder aims to accelerate development of therapies for undruggable targets by enabling rapid screening and optimization of RNA-targeting small molecules.

Proteinea

Convertible Note in 2021
Proteinea develops a protein engineering platform that uses proprietary AI models and computational tools to design next-generation antibodies with enhanced efficacy, safety, and convenience. The company aims to make biotherapeutics development smarter, safer, and faster.

Dalton Bioanalytics

Convertible Note in 2021
Dalton Bioanalytics develops analytical technology that digitizes the biochemical composition of blood and translates its digital signature into actionable health insights. The platform enables monitoring of plasma analytes (proteins, lipids, electrolytes, and small molecules) through a single assay, supporting multi-omic biology to facilitate discovery, development, and delivery of precision medicine. By digitizing blood signals, the company addresses inefficiency and cost associated with traditional laboratory testing and aims to unlock comprehensive narratives about internal biology for research and clinical use.

Microgenesis

Convertible Note in 2021
Microgenesis is a biotechnology company focused on fertility and pregnancy health monitoring. It has developed a platform that provides a non-invasive fertility test and personalized nutritional supplementation aimed at restoring women's fertility potential. The company's innovative diagnostic approach detects subclinical inflammation that negatively impacts ovarian function and implantation, specifically targeting women who have experienced challenges, including multiple failed IVF attempts. Operating out of a CLIA lab in Oakland, Microgenesis offers its solutions through OB-GYNs and direct-to-consumer channels. Additionally, the platform addresses imbalances in vaginal and intestinal microbiota linked to infertility and offers dual testing for immunological issues related to the endometrium, equipping patients with effective treatment options for complex reproductive health cases.

Gatehouse Bio

Funding Round in 2021
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.

Ten63 Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2021
Ten63 Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, focused on developing potent therapeutics for medically validated yet undruggable targets. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes its innovative platform, COPPER, which combines machine learning-based computational chemistry with advanced physical modeling to explore an extensive chemical space. This approach allows Ten63 Therapeutics to discover novel drug candidates for some of the most lethal diseases by employing proprietary algorithms for scaffold redesign and optimizing chemical design. By integrating these technologies, the company aims to produce durable therapies and improve drug resistance prediction, ultimately addressing challenges in drug development for previously intractable targets.

Gatehouse Bio

Seed Round in 2020
Gatehouse Bio is a biotech company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of therapies utilizing a novel bioinformatics platform that focuses on small ribonucleic acid (RNA) biomarkers. This platform is designed to classify patient samples with binary accuracy and identifies disease-associated mutations, enabling the creation of targeted therapeutics. By employing artificial intelligence, Gatehouse Bio aims to analyze small RNA genes and design oligonucleotides that can effectively counteract the effects of these mutations. Their research and development efforts target therapeutic areas with known heterogeneity, such as fibrosis, inflammation, and neurodegeneration, with the goal of unlocking the potential for improved patient outcomes through personalized medicine.

BrickBuilt Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2020
Microbiome-focused therapeutics for diseases of the oral cavity and their systemic effects

Allied Microbiota

Seed Round in 2020
Allied Microbiota, LLC is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative microbial products designed for environmental remediation. Originating from research at Columbia University, the company's flagship product, PacBac, offers a microbial-based solution that efficiently reduces harmful organic chemicals in soil, significantly outperforming traditional remediation methods such as incineration. By enabling the rapid breakdown of recalcitrant contaminants, including poly-chlorinated biphenyls, PacBac can achieve an 80% reduction in these pollutants within days, providing substantial cost savings compared to conventional technologies. With an estimated market potential of $20 billion annually, Allied Microbiota aims to transform the soil remediation landscape through its sustainable approach, which eliminates contaminants without relying on limited landfill options. Additionally, the company is engaged in ongoing research and development to identify new microbial strains and create bio-based products leveraging advanced techniques in synthetic biology, data science, and analytical chemistry.

AsimicA

Seed Round in 2020
AsimicA, founded by Nikolai Mushnikov and Grant Bowman in November 2018, specializes in developing innovative technologies aimed at enhancing production efficiency in microbial biosynthetic factories. The company's core focus is on improving yields of biosynthetic processes, a significant challenge in biotechnology due to relatively low product outputs. AsimicA's novel approaches, centered around microbial stem cell technology, have the potential to revolutionize the industry by enabling multi-fold increases in production efficiency, particularly for pharmaceutical biomolecules.

Cayuga

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Cayuga develops novel hemostatic drugs and devices using biomimetic polyphosphate technology to control bleeding and accelerate healing.

SyntheX

Convertible Note in 2020
SyntheX specializes in drug discovery using synthetic biology platforms. It identifies protein interaction modulators and enables functional protein degradation, focusing on unique mechanisms for cancer and rare disease treatments.

Liberum Biotech

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Liberum Biotech is a biotechnology company focused on advancing protein manufacturing through proprietary molecular and hardware technologies. Its platform facilitates the rapid production of enzymes, therapeutics, and laboratory reagents, enabling clients to enhance speed and scalability while significantly reducing costs. By leveraging its innovative protein synthesizers, Liberum aims to democratize access to synthetic biology, ultimately transforming existing biologics manufacturing practices and making these technologies more accessible to a broader range of users.

Intrinsic Medicine

Convertible Note in 2020
Intrinsic Medicine, Inc. is a clinical-stage company based in Des Moines, Washington, focused on researching and developing innovative medicines for patients. Formerly known as Lupa Bio, the company specializes in the development of prebiotic drugs aimed at treating various human diseases. Its flagship products, Human Identical Milk Oligosaccharides (HiMOs), are engineered to remain stable in stomach acid and resist degradation in the upper gastrointestinal tract. This unique formulation allows patients to enhance gut health and modulate immune responses effectively. As a venture-backed entity, Intrinsic Medicine operates with a technical and operational platform designed to bring significant medical advancements to patients in an efficient and ethical manner.

BrightCure

Non Equity Assistance in 2020
BrightCure Ltd., established in 2019 and based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in developing probiotic-based therapies aimed at treating urinary tract infections (UTIs). The company focuses on addressing recurrent and difficult-to-treat bacterial infections, a significant health issue affecting 50% of women and 12% of men globally. BrightCure's approach involves utilizing the natural microbiome to reduce harmful bacteria and replenish beneficial bacteria in the vaginal flora, thereby boosting the immune system to promote urinary tract health. The company has garnered recognition through various competitions and accelerators, including selection for Indiebio, the world's largest biotech accelerator.

BrightCure

Seed Round in 2020
BrightCure Ltd., established in 2019 and based in London, United Kingdom, specializes in developing probiotic-based therapies aimed at treating urinary tract infections (UTIs). The company focuses on addressing recurrent and difficult-to-treat bacterial infections, a significant health issue affecting 50% of women and 12% of men globally. BrightCure's approach involves utilizing the natural microbiome to reduce harmful bacteria and replenish beneficial bacteria in the vaginal flora, thereby boosting the immune system to promote urinary tract health. The company has garnered recognition through various competitions and accelerators, including selection for Indiebio, the world's largest biotech accelerator.

Cayuga Biotech

Convertible Note in 2020
Cayuga Biotech is a biotechnology company developing innovative hemostatic drugs and devices aimed at reducing uncontrollable bleeding, a leading cause of death from traumatic injuries. Its polyphosphate-based drug accelerates the body's natural clotting process to contain bleeding at the injury site, minimizing potential side effects. Cayuga focuses on treating traumatic hemorrhage and rare bleeding disorders.

Cayuga Biotech

Seed Round in 2020
Cayuga Biotech is a biotechnology company developing innovative hemostatic drugs and devices aimed at reducing uncontrollable bleeding, a leading cause of death from traumatic injuries. Its polyphosphate-based drug accelerates the body's natural clotting process to contain bleeding at the injury site, minimizing potential side effects. Cayuga focuses on treating traumatic hemorrhage and rare bleeding disorders.

Advanced Microbubbles

Convertible Note in 2020
Founded in 2020, Advanced Microbubbles specializes in developing microbubble technology for targeted drug delivery. Utilizing ultrasound, the company's products temporarily open barriers like the blood-brain barrier to facilitate local drug entry, enhancing precision and reducing side effects.

Advanced Microbubbles

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2020, Advanced Microbubbles specializes in developing microbubble technology for targeted drug delivery. Utilizing ultrasound, the company's products temporarily open barriers like the blood-brain barrier to facilitate local drug entry, enhancing precision and reducing side effects.

Convalesce

Convertible Note in 2020
Convalesce Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that focuses on developing stem cell-based therapies for neurological disorders characterized by neuronal degeneration, such as Parkinson's disease. Founded in 2018, Convalesce specializes in creating implantable biomaterials designed to enhance stem cell therapy effectiveness. These innovative biomaterials address critical challenges related to the survival and differentiation of stem cells into neurons after implantation. By leveraging advanced biomaterials, the company aims to enable medical professionals to regenerate lost neuronal networks in patients suffering from neurodegenerative conditions, ultimately improving treatment outcomes.

Dalton Bioanalytics

Convertible Note in 2020
Dalton Bioanalytics develops analytical technology that digitizes the biochemical composition of blood and translates its digital signature into actionable health insights. The platform enables monitoring of plasma analytes (proteins, lipids, electrolytes, and small molecules) through a single assay, supporting multi-omic biology to facilitate discovery, development, and delivery of precision medicine. By digitizing blood signals, the company addresses inefficiency and cost associated with traditional laboratory testing and aims to unlock comprehensive narratives about internal biology for research and clinical use.

Ivy Natal

Seed Round in 2020
Ivy Natal is a biotechnology company focused on addressing infertility through innovative reproductive solutions. The company has developed a skin biopsy technology that enables the creation of human egg cells from skin samples. This process activates the existing DNA within skin cells to transform them into healthy egg cells, offering a novel alternative to traditional in vitro methods for producing eggs and sperm. By circumventing the challenges associated with conventional reproductive techniques, Ivy Natal aims to provide couples, including those in same-sex relationships, with the opportunity to have genetically related children.

Circularis Biotechnologies

Seed Round in 2020
Circularis Biotechnologies, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Oakland, California. The company specializes in developing innovative methods to regulate gene expression, which enhances the production yields of biotherapeutics. Circularis offers a range of products, including RACRE Variant Libraries, hCMV Variant Library, Protein expression with CMV promoters, and T7 Variant Library. In addition, it provides various services such as RACRE Enhancement, RACRE Discovery, RACRE Technology Access Program, and Ribozyme Analysis of Cis-Regulatory Elements. Through its advanced technologies and services, Circularis aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of biotherapeutic production.

Ten63 Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2019
Ten63 Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, focused on developing potent therapeutics for medically validated yet undruggable targets. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes its innovative platform, COPPER, which combines machine learning-based computational chemistry with advanced physical modeling to explore an extensive chemical space. This approach allows Ten63 Therapeutics to discover novel drug candidates for some of the most lethal diseases by employing proprietary algorithms for scaffold redesign and optimizing chemical design. By integrating these technologies, the company aims to produce durable therapies and improve drug resistance prediction, ultimately addressing challenges in drug development for previously intractable targets.

Intrinsic Medicine

Seed Round in 2019
Intrinsic Medicine, Inc. is a clinical-stage company based in Des Moines, Washington, focused on researching and developing innovative medicines for patients. Formerly known as Lupa Bio, the company specializes in the development of prebiotic drugs aimed at treating various human diseases. Its flagship products, Human Identical Milk Oligosaccharides (HiMOs), are engineered to remain stable in stomach acid and resist degradation in the upper gastrointestinal tract. This unique formulation allows patients to enhance gut health and modulate immune responses effectively. As a venture-backed entity, Intrinsic Medicine operates with a technical and operational platform designed to bring significant medical advancements to patients in an efficient and ethical manner.

Dalton Bioanalytics

Seed Round in 2019
Dalton Bioanalytics develops analytical technology that digitizes the biochemical composition of blood and translates its digital signature into actionable health insights. The platform enables monitoring of plasma analytes (proteins, lipids, electrolytes, and small molecules) through a single assay, supporting multi-omic biology to facilitate discovery, development, and delivery of precision medicine. By digitizing blood signals, the company addresses inefficiency and cost associated with traditional laboratory testing and aims to unlock comprehensive narratives about internal biology for research and clinical use.

Ravata Solutions

Convertible Note in 2019
Ravata Solutions develops a medical device platform for gene delivery used to create custom transgenic animal models and support production-scale embryo engineering. Founded in 2016 and based in Davis, California, the company targets pre-clinical research by enabling faster creation of transgenic organisms and improving embryo viability for disease modeling and fertility applications. The technology is designed to streamline model development for drug efficacy studies and medical genetics research, helping researchers accelerate timelines while enhancing the reliability of embryo production and genetic modification processes.

Diadem Biotherapeutics

Seed Round in 2019
Diadem Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing bio-therapeutical materials through organic methods. The company specializes in the creation of exosomes, which are cell-free vesicles engineered to signal through validated targets. Diadem's therapeutic platform aims to treat a variety of chronic inflammatory conditions, autoimmune diseases, and cancers. By focusing on the genetic engineering, manufacturing, and purification of these exosomes, Diadem provides innovative solutions for clinicians to effectively address immunopathologies and improve patient outcomes.

DNALite Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2019
DNALite Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative gene therapy treatments for the gastrointestinal tract. Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, the company utilizes advanced oral lipid nanoparticle technology to deliver mRNA and plasmid DNA directly to intestinal stem cells. This approach aims to address the root causes of gastrointestinal diseases, including Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), a hereditary condition that can lead to colorectal cancer and often necessitates invasive surgical interventions. DNALite's therapies seek to transform protein biologics into oral drugs, allowing for more effective and less invasive treatment options.

Beeline Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2019
Beeline Therapeutics is an early-stage preclinical cell therapy company focused on developing next-generation immune cell therapies for immune-mediated diseases, where the body's immune cells mistakenly attack healthy tissue. The company specializes in genetically engineering a patient's own immune cells, specifically Regulatory T cells, to secrete therapeutic proteins in vivo and promote tolerance. By enhancing the function of these re-engineered Tregs, Beeline aims to produce optimal quantities of immunomodulatory cytokines, antibodies, and other therapeutic proteins. Additionally, the company is working on improving antigen specificity through targeting receptors, which aids in better localization of these engineered cells within the body, ultimately contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments for immune-mediated human diseases.

Serenity Bioworks

Convertible Note in 2019
Serenity Bioworks is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative antibody mimetics for targeted protein degradation. The company employs advanced display techniques alongside computational methods to optimize the discovery process of these therapeutics. Additionally, Serenity Bioworks is engaged in creating gene therapies aimed at addressing underserved areas in healthcare, such as hemophilia, inherited retinal diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. Their goal is to enhance the long-term efficacy and safety profiles of gene therapy treatments, ultimately improving patient outcomes with safer and more durable solutions.

11 Biomics

Seed Round in 2019
11 Biomics LLC, headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a biotechnology company specializing in the development of biological therapeutics for the cannabis industry. The company focuses on providing treatments and protection against fungal and bacterial diseases affecting both cannabis and hemp plants. 11 Biomics operates at various scales to address these issues, aiming to support the health and productivity of cannabis crops.

Filtricine

Seed Round in 2018
Filtricine is a Santa Clara, California-based biotechnology company focused on cancer therapy through targeted nutrient depletion. The company develops approaches that remove nutrients critical to cancer cell growth, enabling exploitation of cancer-specific metabolic dependencies without traditional drug substances. Through a nutrient modulation platform, Filtricine aims to identify metabolic vulnerabilities in cancers and apply strategies to deprive tumor cells of essential nutrients, potentially slowing or stopping disease progression. Founded in 2017, Filtricine operates as a clinical-stage, venture-backed biotechnology company dedicated to developing therapies that spare normal cells while targeting cancer metabolism.

Convalesce

Seed Round in 2018
Convalesce Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that focuses on developing stem cell-based therapies for neurological disorders characterized by neuronal degeneration, such as Parkinson's disease. Founded in 2018, Convalesce specializes in creating implantable biomaterials designed to enhance stem cell therapy effectiveness. These innovative biomaterials address critical challenges related to the survival and differentiation of stem cells into neurons after implantation. By leveraging advanced biomaterials, the company aims to enable medical professionals to regenerate lost neuronal networks in patients suffering from neurodegenerative conditions, ultimately improving treatment outcomes.

Osiris Bio

Seed Round in 2018
Osiris Bio

Serenity Bioworks

Seed Round in 2018
Serenity Bioworks is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative antibody mimetics for targeted protein degradation. The company employs advanced display techniques alongside computational methods to optimize the discovery process of these therapeutics. Additionally, Serenity Bioworks is engaged in creating gene therapies aimed at addressing underserved areas in healthcare, such as hemophilia, inherited retinal diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. Their goal is to enhance the long-term efficacy and safety profiles of gene therapy treatments, ultimately improving patient outcomes with safer and more durable solutions.

Filtricine

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Filtricine is a Santa Clara, California-based biotechnology company focused on cancer therapy through targeted nutrient depletion. The company develops approaches that remove nutrients critical to cancer cell growth, enabling exploitation of cancer-specific metabolic dependencies without traditional drug substances. Through a nutrient modulation platform, Filtricine aims to identify metabolic vulnerabilities in cancers and apply strategies to deprive tumor cells of essential nutrients, potentially slowing or stopping disease progression. Founded in 2017, Filtricine operates as a clinical-stage, venture-backed biotechnology company dedicated to developing therapies that spare normal cells while targeting cancer metabolism.

Nivien Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2017
Nivien Therapeutics is a biomedical company focused on developing medicines that enhance chemotherapy and immunotherapy for treatment-resistant cancers. Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company has developed first small-molecule inhibitors targeting the Hippo signaling pathway, a mechanism implicated in cancer resistance. Its program aims to de-risk transfers of technology assets from leading research institutes and to build a platform that advances IO-chemo combination therapies, with an emphasis on expanding options for patients who do not respond to standard treatments.

NURO

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Nuro Corp, founded in 2017 and based in Waterloo, Canada, specializes in developing neurologically-powered communication software designed to assist doctors and patients. The company offers a range of products under its Neural Operating System (NUOS), which enables instant communication and computing through brain signals, eliminating the need for invasive procedures. Key offerings include NUOS ALS for ALS patients, NUOS TRAUMA for individuals with tetraplegia, and NUOS STROKE for stroke victims. Additionally, NUOS AI provides immediate access to insights derived from neurological and behavioral data, facilitating enhanced communication for incapacitated patients in various healthcare settings, including post-surgery, intensive care units, nursing homes, and rehabilitation facilities.

Neurocarrus

Seed Round in 2017
Neurocarrus Inc. is a biotechnology company, established in 2017 and based in Lincoln, Nebraska, focused on developing innovative solutions for pain management. The company has engineered a novel, non-opioid therapeutic, known as N-001, which targets sensory neurons to effectively "freeze" pain signals before they reach the brain. This approach aims to provide pain relief that lasts longer than traditional opioids while avoiding the risks of addiction and muscular control disruption. Neurocarrus's technology addresses the needs of individuals suffering from chronic pain due to tissue injury, inflammation, or acute nerve damage, offering a vital alternative amid the ongoing opioid crisis. Additionally, the unique drug delivery platform developed by Neurocarrus holds potential for collaboration with other therapies aimed at sensory neuron-related medical needs. The company holds exclusive rights to both its therapeutic and delivery system across various applications.

Onconetics Pharmaceuticals

Seed Round in 2017
Onconetics Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing gene therapies aimed at treating cancer and other genetic disorders. Established in 2016 and located in Mill Valley, California, Onconetics utilizes a unique therapeutic platform that incorporates a genetic switch to activate apoptotic inducers, selectively targeting tumor cells while preserving healthy tissue. The company is dedicated to advancing personalized medicine by integrating established gene therapy techniques with innovative research, striving to create effective treatments that reduce the invasiveness and side effects associated with traditional cancer therapies. Through its efforts, Onconetics aims to enhance patient outcomes and improve the overall quality of life for individuals affected by cancer and genetic conditions.
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