MPM Capital is a healthcare investment firm that focuses on the biotechnology, healthcare, and life sciences sectors. Established in 1996 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in California and Kansas, the firm specializes in investing in companies that develop therapeutic technologies, particularly in oncology and medical technology. MPM Capital targets a range of investment stages, from seed and early ventures to late-stage biopharmaceutical and diagnostics companies with clinical proof-of-concept. The firm typically invests between $5 million and $50 million and seeks to be a lead investor, often taking interim operating roles within its portfolio companies. Its global investment strategy emphasizes opportunities in the United States, Europe, and Asia, particularly India, with a commitment to translating scientific innovations into clinical outcomes that can significantly impact patient lives.
Reunion Neuroscience is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing therapeutic solutions for underserved mental health conditions. The Company’s lead asset, RE104, is a proprietary, novel serotonergic psychedelic compound being developed as a potential fast-acting and durable antidepressant for patients suffering from postpartum depression and other mental health conditions. Reunion is also developing the RE200 series, which includes compounds with the potential for more selective serotonin receptor activity and reduced psychoactivity for application in more chronic treatment paradigms and indications.
FireFly Bio
Series A in 2024
FireFly Bio focuses on developing Degrader Antibody Conjugates (DACs), a novel approach that merges the benefits of antibody-drug conjugates with selective protein degraders. This proprietary healthcare platform is designed to enhance cancer treatment by ensuring the precise delivery of therapeutic agents to targeted tissues. By leveraging advanced bioconjugate technologies, FireFly Bio aims to create more effective and targeted medicines that improve patient outcomes in the fight against cancer.
NextPoint Therapeutics
Series B in 2024
NextPoint Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that develops therapeutics to treat cancer patients. The company offers immunotherapies for a validated checkpoint axis that is independent of PD-1/L1 and modulates both adaptive and innate immune systems to find and destroy cancer cells. It advances therapeutic approaches utilizing the unique upregulation of HHLA2 in cancer as an anchor for tumor-targeting therapeutic modalities.
DEKA Biosciences
Series B in 2023
DEKA Biosciences is an early-stage biotechnology company focused on developing next-generation cytokine therapeutics aimed at treating cancer and inflammatory diseases. The company is dedicated to creating life-changing medicines with disease-specific applications that enhance patient outcomes. By leveraging improved pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, DEKA Biosciences aims to deliver dual and complementary cytokines directly to affected tissues or cells. This targeted approach seeks to provide patients with curative treatment options for a range of conditions, including cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases.
ReCode Therapeutics
Series B in 2023
ReCode Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing precision medicines for pulmonary diseases, particularly targeting genetic conditions such as primary ciliary dyskinesia and cystic fibrosis. Founded in 2015 and based in Menlo Park, California, the company employs a unique non-viral lipid nanoparticle platform that facilitates the precise delivery of nucleic acid and protein payloads to specific organs and tissues, enhancing the effectiveness of genetic therapies. This selective organ targeting (SORT) technology allows for the administration of corrective or disease-modifying treatments beyond the liver, addressing the challenges faced by traditional gene therapy methods. By harnessing these innovative techniques, ReCode Therapeutics aims to provide new therapeutic options for patients suffering from rare and life-limiting respiratory diseases.
Reunion Neuroscience
Acquisition in 2023
Reunion Neuroscience is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing therapeutic solutions for underserved mental health conditions. The Company’s lead asset, RE104, is a proprietary, novel serotonergic psychedelic compound being developed as a potential fast-acting and durable antidepressant for patients suffering from postpartum depression and other mental health conditions. Reunion is also developing the RE200 series, which includes compounds with the potential for more selective serotonin receptor activity and reduced psychoactivity for application in more chronic treatment paradigms and indications.
ElevateBio
Series D in 2023
ElevateBio, LLC is a holding company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on the development of cell and gene-based therapies for treating cancer and viral infections. Founded in 2017 by Vikas Sinha, Mitchell Finer, and David Hallal, ElevateBio operates a portfolio of companies dedicated to creating life-changing medicines. The company collaborates with leading scientists and innovators to build this portfolio and has established a centralized facility that streamlines the transition from research and development to the commercialization of these therapies. This integrated approach enhances efficiency and accelerates the availability of medical products aimed at addressing severe diseases.
NextPoint Therapeutics
Series B in 2023
NextPoint Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that develops therapeutics to treat cancer patients. The company offers immunotherapies for a validated checkpoint axis that is independent of PD-1/L1 and modulates both adaptive and innate immune systems to find and destroy cancer cells. It advances therapeutic approaches utilizing the unique upregulation of HHLA2 in cancer as an anchor for tumor-targeting therapeutic modalities.
Aktis Oncology
Series A in 2022
Aktis Oncology is a biotechnology company pioneering the discovery and development of a new class of targeted radiopharmaceuticals to treat a broad range of solid tumor cancers. Founded and incubated by MPM Capital, the company has developed proprietary platforms to generate tumor-targeting agents with ideal properties for alpha radiotherapy. Designed for high tumor penetration and long residence time, Aktis Oncology's molecules will quickly clear other areas of the body, thereby maximizing tumor elimination while minimizing the side effects of treatment. This approach would also enable clinicians to visualize and verify target engagement prior to exposure to therapeutic radioisotopes.
ReCode Therapeutics
Series B in 2021
ReCode Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing precision medicines for pulmonary diseases, particularly targeting genetic conditions such as primary ciliary dyskinesia and cystic fibrosis. Founded in 2015 and based in Menlo Park, California, the company employs a unique non-viral lipid nanoparticle platform that facilitates the precise delivery of nucleic acid and protein payloads to specific organs and tissues, enhancing the effectiveness of genetic therapies. This selective organ targeting (SORT) technology allows for the administration of corrective or disease-modifying treatments beyond the liver, addressing the challenges faced by traditional gene therapy methods. By harnessing these innovative techniques, ReCode Therapeutics aims to provide new therapeutic options for patients suffering from rare and life-limiting respiratory diseases.
ElevateBio
Series C in 2021
ElevateBio, LLC is a holding company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on the development of cell and gene-based therapies for treating cancer and viral infections. Founded in 2017 by Vikas Sinha, Mitchell Finer, and David Hallal, ElevateBio operates a portfolio of companies dedicated to creating life-changing medicines. The company collaborates with leading scientists and innovators to build this portfolio and has established a centralized facility that streamlines the transition from research and development to the commercialization of these therapies. This integrated approach enhances efficiency and accelerates the availability of medical products aimed at addressing severe diseases.
Werewolf Therapeutics
Series B in 2021
Werewolf Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapeutics that enhance the body’s immune response to cancer. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes its proprietary PREDATOR platform to engineer conditionally activated molecules, known as INDUKINE molecules. These therapeutics are designed to remain inactive in peripheral tissues but activate selectively within the tumor microenvironment, addressing the limitations of traditional proinflammatory immune therapies. By stimulating both adaptive and innate immunity, Werewolf Therapeutics aims to improve cancer treatment outcomes.
Trishula Therapeutics
Funding Round in 2020
Trishula Therapeutics is a privately held company focused on developing innovative cancer immunotherapies, specifically TTX-030, a first-in-class anti-CD39 antibody created in collaboration with AbbVie. TTX-030 works by inhibiting the enzyme CD39, which is responsible for converting ATP to AMP, thereby preventing the formation of immune-suppressive extracellular adenosine in the tumor microenvironment. This mechanism helps sustain high levels of immune-activating extracellular ATP, which is crucial for stimulating dendritic and myeloid-derived cells essential for both innate and adaptive immune responses. Currently, TTX-030 is being evaluated in phase 1/1b clinical trials as a standalone treatment and in combination with an anti-PD-1 agent and standard chemotherapy for adults with advanced cancer.
Dyne Therapeutics
Series B in 2020
Dyne Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing targeted therapies for genetically driven muscle diseases. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on advancing treatments for conditions such as myotonic dystrophy type 1, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and facioscapulohumeral dystrophy, among others. Utilizing its innovative FORCE platform, Dyne Therapeutics aims to deliver disease-modifying therapies with enhanced precision to skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle tissues. The company's lead product candidates, DYNE-101 and DYNE-251, are currently undergoing phase 1/2 clinical trials, reflecting its commitment to addressing the unmet medical needs of patients with serious muscle disorders.
ElevateBio
Series B in 2020
ElevateBio, LLC is a holding company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on the development of cell and gene-based therapies for treating cancer and viral infections. Founded in 2017 by Vikas Sinha, Mitchell Finer, and David Hallal, ElevateBio operates a portfolio of companies dedicated to creating life-changing medicines. The company collaborates with leading scientists and innovators to build this portfolio and has established a centralized facility that streamlines the transition from research and development to the commercialization of these therapies. This integrated approach enhances efficiency and accelerates the availability of medical products aimed at addressing severe diseases.
ReCode Therapeutics
Series A in 2020
ReCode Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing precision medicines for pulmonary diseases, particularly targeting genetic conditions such as primary ciliary dyskinesia and cystic fibrosis. Founded in 2015 and based in Menlo Park, California, the company employs a unique non-viral lipid nanoparticle platform that facilitates the precise delivery of nucleic acid and protein payloads to specific organs and tissues, enhancing the effectiveness of genetic therapies. This selective organ targeting (SORT) technology allows for the administration of corrective or disease-modifying treatments beyond the liver, addressing the challenges faced by traditional gene therapy methods. By harnessing these innovative techniques, ReCode Therapeutics aims to provide new therapeutic options for patients suffering from rare and life-limiting respiratory diseases.
Werewolf Therapeutics
Series A in 2019
Werewolf Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapeutics that enhance the body’s immune response to cancer. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes its proprietary PREDATOR platform to engineer conditionally activated molecules, known as INDUKINE molecules. These therapeutics are designed to remain inactive in peripheral tissues but activate selectively within the tumor microenvironment, addressing the limitations of traditional proinflammatory immune therapies. By stimulating both adaptive and innate immunity, Werewolf Therapeutics aims to improve cancer treatment outcomes.
Amphivena Therapeutics
Series C in 2019
Amphivena Therapeutics is a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company that develops a platform of dual-function biologics. Its Amphivena ReSTORE platform provides dual-action biologics that relieve immune suppression and activate T cell effector function in cancer patients. The platform design integrates elements of avidity, target selectivity, and enhanced safety within a single molecule. It is also can be engineered with additional solid tumor targeting modalities to add functionality such as directed tumor cell killing. It was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.
Repare Therapeutics
Series B in 2019
Repare Therapeutics Inc. is a precision oncology company based in Montréal, Canada, specializing in the discovery and development of novel therapeutics through a synthetic lethality approach. Utilizing its proprietary SNIPRx platform, which combines genome-wide and CRISPR-enabled technology, the company systematically identifies targeted cancer therapies addressing genomic instability, particularly in DNA damage repair. Its lead candidate, RP-3500, is an oral small molecule inhibitor designed to treat solid tumors with specific DNA damage repair-related genomic alterations. Additionally, Repare is advancing a CCNE1-SL inhibitor program targeting tumors with CCNE1 amplification, along with a Polymerase Theta program focused on BRCA mutations and related genomic alterations. Founded in 2016, the company aims to improve cancer treatment by leveraging innovative drug discovery methods and addressing the unique vulnerabilities of tumor cells.
Twentyeight-Seven Therapeutics
Series A in 2019
Twentyeight-Seven Therapeutics is a developer of microRNAs designed to target regulatory proteins.The company's modulating RNA which are short non-coding RNAs that inhibit target gene expression by suppressing mRNA translation and promoting mRNA decay and develop small molecules that can modulate levels of miRNAs by targeting proteins that interact with these miRNAs, enabling users to target miRNAs are directly involved in cancer initiation, progression, and metastasis.
TriNetX
Series D in 2019
TriNetX, Inc. operates a global health research network that facilitates collaboration among healthcare organizations, biopharmaceutical companies, and contract research organizations. The company provides a suite of solutions, including TriNetX Live for analyzing patient populations and TriNetX Research for accessing longitudinal clinical data. Its platform integrates electronic medical records and clinical documentation, enabling users to optimize clinical trial design, improve site selection, and accelerate recruitment processes. Additionally, TriNetX offers tools such as Natural Language Processing for extracting clinical facts and specialized resources for oncology research. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, TriNetX has expanded its presence internationally with offices in Sydney, London, and Sao Paulo. The platform is designed to be compliant with HIPAA and GDPR regulations, ensuring the secure handling of sensitive health data.
Harpoon Therapeutics
Series C in 2018
Harpoon Therapeutics is a clinical-stage immunotherapy company developing a novel class of T cell engagers that harness the power of the body’s immune system to treat patients suffering from cancer and other diseases. T cell engagers are engineered proteins that direct a patient’s own T cells to kill target cells that express specific proteins, or antigens, carried by the target cells. Using its proprietary Tri-specific T cell Activating Construct (TriTAC), platform, Harpoon is developing a pipeline of novel T cell engagers, or TriTACs, initially focused on the treatment of solid tumors and hematologic malignancies. Harpoon's first drug candidate, HPN424, is currently in Phase 1 clinical trial as a treatment for prostate cancer.
Twentyeight-Seven Therapeutics
Series A in 2018
Twentyeight-Seven Therapeutics is a developer of microRNAs designed to target regulatory proteins.The company's modulating RNA which are short non-coding RNAs that inhibit target gene expression by suppressing mRNA translation and promoting mRNA decay and develop small molecules that can modulate levels of miRNAs by targeting proteins that interact with these miRNAs, enabling users to target miRNAs are directly involved in cancer initiation, progression, and metastasis.
Iconic Therapeutics
Venture Round in 2018
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for retinal diseases and cancer by leveraging tissue factor biology in processes such as angiogenesis and inflammation. The company's lead product, ICON-1, is a fusion protein designed to combat vision loss associated with age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, Iconic Therapeutics has developed hI-con1, a novel recombinant protein that targets tissue factor to activate the immune system, facilitating the destruction of pathological blood vessels linked to conditions like wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. This approach not only promotes cell-mediated cytotoxicity but may also help reduce levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which plays a critical role in these diseases. Phase 1 clinical studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results without significant toxicities, indicating dose-related biological activity. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Iconic Therapeutics aims to transform scientific insights into effective treatments for serious health conditions.
Tetherex Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2018
Tetherex Pharmaceuticals Corporation is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with an additional office in Morrisville, North Carolina. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in the development of therapeutics aimed at treating severe diseases related to inflammation, thrombosis, and tumor metastasis. Tetherex focuses on creating innovative first-in-class drugs, including SelK2, a humanized monoclonal antibody that targets cell adhesion proteins involved in thrombotic, inflammatory, and oncologic conditions. By addressing the molecular mechanisms of these diseases, Tetherex aims to improve the quality of life for patients affected by these serious health issues.
TCR2
Series B in 2018
TCR2 Therapeutics Inc. is a clinical-stage immunotherapy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative T cell receptor therapies for cancer treatment. The company's leading product candidates include TC-210, a TRuC-T cell therapy targeting mesothelin-positive solid tumors, which is currently undergoing phase I/II clinical trials for various cancers, including non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer, malignant pleural/peritoneal mesothelioma, and cholangiocarcinoma. Another candidate, TC-110, targets CD19-positive B-cell hematological malignancies. TCR2's pipeline also addresses adult acute lymphoblastic leukemia, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Patrick Baeuerle and MPM Capital, TCR2 leverages extensive expertise in T cell biology to create differentiated therapies that stand apart from traditional CAR-T cell treatments.
Repare Therapeutics
Series A in 2017
Repare Therapeutics Inc. is a precision oncology company based in Montréal, Canada, specializing in the discovery and development of novel therapeutics through a synthetic lethality approach. Utilizing its proprietary SNIPRx platform, which combines genome-wide and CRISPR-enabled technology, the company systematically identifies targeted cancer therapies addressing genomic instability, particularly in DNA damage repair. Its lead candidate, RP-3500, is an oral small molecule inhibitor designed to treat solid tumors with specific DNA damage repair-related genomic alterations. Additionally, Repare is advancing a CCNE1-SL inhibitor program targeting tumors with CCNE1 amplification, along with a Polymerase Theta program focused on BRCA mutations and related genomic alterations. Founded in 2016, the company aims to improve cancer treatment by leveraging innovative drug discovery methods and addressing the unique vulnerabilities of tumor cells.
Harpoon Therapeutics
Series B in 2017
Harpoon Therapeutics is a clinical-stage immunotherapy company developing a novel class of T cell engagers that harness the power of the body’s immune system to treat patients suffering from cancer and other diseases. T cell engagers are engineered proteins that direct a patient’s own T cells to kill target cells that express specific proteins, or antigens, carried by the target cells. Using its proprietary Tri-specific T cell Activating Construct (TriTAC), platform, Harpoon is developing a pipeline of novel T cell engagers, or TriTACs, initially focused on the treatment of solid tumors and hematologic malignancies. Harpoon's first drug candidate, HPN424, is currently in Phase 1 clinical trial as a treatment for prostate cancer.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals
Venture Round in 2017
Rhythm is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing peptide therapeutics for the treatment of rare genetic deficiencies that result in life-threatening metabolic disorders. Their lead peptide product candidate, setmelanotide, is a potent, first-in-class melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) agonist for the treatment of rare genetic disorders of obesity. They believe that setmelanotide, for which they have exclusive worldwide rights, has the potential to serve as replacement therapy for the treatment of melanocortin 4, or MC4, pathway deficiencies. The MC4 pathway is a compelling target for treating these genetic disorders because of its critical role in regulating appetite and weight, and peptide therapeutics are uniquely suited to activating this target.
TCR2
Series A in 2016
TCR2 Therapeutics Inc. is a clinical-stage immunotherapy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative T cell receptor therapies for cancer treatment. The company's leading product candidates include TC-210, a TRuC-T cell therapy targeting mesothelin-positive solid tumors, which is currently undergoing phase I/II clinical trials for various cancers, including non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer, malignant pleural/peritoneal mesothelioma, and cholangiocarcinoma. Another candidate, TC-110, targets CD19-positive B-cell hematological malignancies. TCR2's pipeline also addresses adult acute lymphoblastic leukemia, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Patrick Baeuerle and MPM Capital, TCR2 leverages extensive expertise in T cell biology to create differentiated therapies that stand apart from traditional CAR-T cell treatments.
Iconic Therapeutics
Series C in 2016
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for retinal diseases and cancer by leveraging tissue factor biology in processes such as angiogenesis and inflammation. The company's lead product, ICON-1, is a fusion protein designed to combat vision loss associated with age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, Iconic Therapeutics has developed hI-con1, a novel recombinant protein that targets tissue factor to activate the immune system, facilitating the destruction of pathological blood vessels linked to conditions like wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. This approach not only promotes cell-mediated cytotoxicity but may also help reduce levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which plays a critical role in these diseases. Phase 1 clinical studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results without significant toxicities, indicating dose-related biological activity. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Iconic Therapeutics aims to transform scientific insights into effective treatments for serious health conditions.
Harpoon Therapeutics
Series A in 2016
Harpoon Therapeutics is a clinical-stage immunotherapy company developing a novel class of T cell engagers that harness the power of the body’s immune system to treat patients suffering from cancer and other diseases. T cell engagers are engineered proteins that direct a patient’s own T cells to kill target cells that express specific proteins, or antigens, carried by the target cells. Using its proprietary Tri-specific T cell Activating Construct (TriTAC), platform, Harpoon is developing a pipeline of novel T cell engagers, or TriTACs, initially focused on the treatment of solid tumors and hematologic malignancies. Harpoon's first drug candidate, HPN424, is currently in Phase 1 clinical trial as a treatment for prostate cancer.
Iconic Therapeutics
Series C in 2016
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for retinal diseases and cancer by leveraging tissue factor biology in processes such as angiogenesis and inflammation. The company's lead product, ICON-1, is a fusion protein designed to combat vision loss associated with age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, Iconic Therapeutics has developed hI-con1, a novel recombinant protein that targets tissue factor to activate the immune system, facilitating the destruction of pathological blood vessels linked to conditions like wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. This approach not only promotes cell-mediated cytotoxicity but may also help reduce levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which plays a critical role in these diseases. Phase 1 clinical studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results without significant toxicities, indicating dose-related biological activity. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Iconic Therapeutics aims to transform scientific insights into effective treatments for serious health conditions.
Syndax Pharmaceuticals
Series C in 2015
Syndax Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead product, entinostat, is a class I HDAC inhibitor currently in Phase III clinical trials for advanced hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative breast cancer. Additionally, entinostat is being tested in combination with Keytruda and Tecentriq in Phase Ib/II trials for non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic breast cancer. Another significant candidate, SNDX-5613, is a selective inhibitor targeting the Menin-MLL interaction, undergoing Phase I/II trials for acute leukemias. The company is also developing SNDX-6352, a monoclonal antibody for chronic graft versus host disease, currently in Phase I/II trials. Syndax has established collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies and research organizations, enhancing its research and development capabilities. Founded in 2005, Syndax Pharmaceuticals aims to address critical needs in oncology through innovative therapeutic approaches.
Vascular Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2015
Vascular Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutics for patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, specifically targeting complications such as diabetic nephropathy. Founded in 2005 and based in North Carolina, the company is advancing its lead candidate, VPI-2690B, a subcutaneously administered monoclonal antibody designed to respond to hyperglycemia. This innovative treatment aims to bind to a specific molecular target within the αVβ3 receptor, potentially offering patients a means to mitigate the serious complications associated with diabetes. Vascular Pharmaceuticals operates at the intersection of biotechnology, medicine, and healthcare, contributing to the ongoing efforts to improve outcomes for those affected by diabetes.
Clinical Ink
Venture Round in 2015
Clinical Ink, Inc. specializes in providing eSource and patient engagement solutions designed to streamline clinical research for sites, sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs), and patients. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, with additional offices in Winston-Salem and Cary, North Carolina, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company offers a suite of innovative tools including SureSource, an electronic source platform that captures data and documents at the site level, and Lunexis ePRO+, which facilitates patient participation in studies. Additionally, Clinical Ink provides CentrosHealth, a patient engagement platform that includes configurable apps to enhance patient involvement and compliance throughout clinical trials. The company aims to improve clinical trial workflows by integrating electronic data capture and reducing manual processes, ensuring that clients have access to high-quality, validated data.
Chiasma
Series E in 2015
Chiasma, Inc. is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Needham, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing oral medications for rare and serious chronic diseases. Utilizing its proprietary Transient Permeability Enhancer technology, Chiasma aims to transform injectable drugs into oral formulations, enhancing their absorption and potentially enabling new therapeutic indications. The company is currently focused on MYCAPSSA, an oral octreotide capsule designed for adult patients with acromegaly, a condition characterized by excessive growth hormone production. MYCAPSSA is undergoing Phase III clinical trials in the United States and is also in the process of seeking regulatory approval in the European Union. Founded in 2001, Chiasma is dedicated to improving treatment options for patients with debilitating conditions through innovative drug delivery methods.
Atopix Therapeutics
Series A in 2014
Atopix Therapeutics Limited is a privately held, clinical-stage, biopharmaceutical company based in Oxford, UK, with an innovative approach to allergy. The company is developing a novel class of oral anti-allergic medicines, called CRTH2 antagonists, to treat atopic dermatitis, asthma and allergic rhinitis. Its lead candidate is currently being studied in a Phase 2 clinical trial for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in several leading European dermatology centres.
Cerecor
Series B in 2014
Cerecor Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of treatments for rare pediatric and orphan diseases. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, the company is advancing a clinical-stage pipeline that includes therapies for inherited metabolic disorders, such as CERC-801, CERC-802, and CERC-803, which are focused on congenital disorders of glycosylation. Additionally, Cerecor is developing CERC-006, an oral mTOR inhibitor aimed at treating complex lymphatic malformations, and two monoclonal antibodies: CERC-002, targeting the cytokine LIGHT for severe pediatric-onset Crohn's disease, and CERC-007, targeting IL-18 for autoimmune inflammatory diseases like adult onset Still's disease and multiple myeloma. Several of these therapies have received Orphan Drug Designation and Rare Pediatric Disease Designation, qualifying them for expedited review upon FDA approval. Cerecor also offers Millipred, an oral prednisolone for various inflammatory conditions.
Proteon Therapeutics
Series D in 2014
Proteon Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for patients with renal and vascular diseases. Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company was founded in 2001 and has a strong emphasis on addressing the medical needs of these patient populations. Its lead product candidate, vonapanitase, is designed to improve hemodialysis vascular access outcomes and has completed Phase II and Phase III clinical trials for patients with chronic kidney disease. Additionally, the company is exploring vonapanitase in a Phase I clinical trial targeting peripheral artery disease. Proteon Therapeutics leverages a unique understanding of tissue remodeling to advance its pipeline of proprietary therapeutics, including another candidate aimed at enhancing blood flow following vascular surgery procedures.
Iconic Therapeutics
Series B in 2014
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for retinal diseases and cancer by leveraging tissue factor biology in processes such as angiogenesis and inflammation. The company's lead product, ICON-1, is a fusion protein designed to combat vision loss associated with age-related macular degeneration. Additionally, Iconic Therapeutics has developed hI-con1, a novel recombinant protein that targets tissue factor to activate the immune system, facilitating the destruction of pathological blood vessels linked to conditions like wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. This approach not only promotes cell-mediated cytotoxicity but may also help reduce levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which plays a critical role in these diseases. Phase 1 clinical studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results without significant toxicities, indicating dose-related biological activity. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Iconic Therapeutics aims to transform scientific insights into effective treatments for serious health conditions.
Mitobridge
Venture Round in 2013
Mitobridge, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing small molecule therapeutics that enhance mitochondrial function. The company is advancing its clinical compound, MA-0211, an orally bioavailable PPARd modulator designed to address mitochondrial deficits in patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Founded in 2013 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Mitobridge aims to leverage emerging scientific insights linking mitochondrial dysfunction to various diseases. The company's strategy involves establishing proof of concept in rare diseases before expanding into more prevalent conditions. With a strong team of experts in mitochondrial biology, metabolism, and aging, Mitobridge is committed to translating innovative discoveries into effective treatments for genetic, metabolic, and neurodegenerative disorders, as well as age-related diseases. Since its inception, the company has received backing from notable investors, including Astellas Pharma, MPM Capital, and Longwood Fund.
Syndax Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2013
Syndax Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead product, entinostat, is a class I HDAC inhibitor currently in Phase III clinical trials for advanced hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative breast cancer. Additionally, entinostat is being tested in combination with Keytruda and Tecentriq in Phase Ib/II trials for non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic breast cancer. Another significant candidate, SNDX-5613, is a selective inhibitor targeting the Menin-MLL interaction, undergoing Phase I/II trials for acute leukemias. The company is also developing SNDX-6352, a monoclonal antibody for chronic graft versus host disease, currently in Phase I/II trials. Syndax has established collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies and research organizations, enhancing its research and development capabilities. Founded in 2005, Syndax Pharmaceuticals aims to address critical needs in oncology through innovative therapeutic approaches.
InformedDNA
Seed Round in 2013
InformedDNA specializes in genetics benefits management services, focusing on enhancing healthcare spending and patient care through access to clinical and scientific genomics expertise. The company connects genetic counselors with patients, providing essential services such as policy development, prior authorization for genetic testing, payment integrity claims edits, utilization analytics, and lab network strategies. By leveraging a team of board-certified genetics specialists, InformedDNA aims to guide patients and clinicians in the effective use of genetics and gene-based treatments, ultimately improving medical outcomes. Their approach combines the latest genomics insights with practical clinical experience, allowing health organizations, providers, and pharmaceutical companies to make informed decisions that optimize clinical practices and manage costs. With a strong commitment to patient care and a personalized touch, InformedDNA serves as a trusted resource in the evolving field of genomics medicine.
Pierian Biosciences
Private Equity Round in 2013
Pierian Biosciences specializes in developing diagnostic tools and laboratory services aimed at optimizing cancer treatment plans for individual patients. The company's technology platforms are designed to deliver personalized information regarding the most effective chemotherapeutic, biologic, and immunotherapeutic options based on a patient's unique cancer profile. By providing predictive tests that identify which treatments are likely to be effective for specific cancer cells, Pierian Biosciences enables healthcare providers to create tailored treatment strategies. This approach not only seeks to enhance the quality of life for cancer patients but also aims to improve treatment outcomes while reducing costs.
Radius Health
Private Equity Round in 2013
Radius is a leading company in the discovery and development of a new generation of drug therapies for osteoporosis and women's health. The company's first drug in clinical trials is designed to build new bone in patients with osteoporosis, with the goal of reducing the risk of future fractures and improving the quality of life. Their long-term focus is on additional areas in women's health that include symptoms of menopause, reproductive disorders, and frailty associated with aging. Radius's scientific leadership includes some of the world's leading researchers in the fields of bone metabolism, endocrinology, and medicinal chemistry, and the company has a broad foundation in nuclear hormone receptors.
Theraclone Sciences
Series B in 2013
Theraclone Sciences (formerly Spaltudaq) is a Seattle-based discovery-stage biotech focused on the development of novel therapeutic antibodies for the treatment of infectious disease and inflammation. The company's technology harnesses the power of the human immune system to identify naturally evolved monoclonal antibodies from the blood cells of immunologically relevant human subjects. Recombinant human monoclonal antibodies can be rapidly obtained using our discovery platform and scaled for large-scale industrial production. Such antibody drug candidates may be uniquely important in combating disease and may have potential as therapeutic products that can be administered to a broad patient population. Theraclone is a privately held company with venture investment from ARCH Venture Partners, Canaan Partners, Healthcare Ventures, Amgen Ventures, MPM Capital, and Alexandria Real Estate Investment.
Aratana Therapeutics
Series C in 2013
Aratana Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for dogs and cats in the United States. Founded in 2010 and based in Leawood, Kansas, the company offers a range of products including NOCITA for post-operative pain management in dogs, ENTYCE for appetite stimulation, and GALLIPRANT for osteoarthritis pain and inflammation. Additionally, it is advancing several therapeutic candidates, such as a bupivacaine liposome injectable suspension for cats, a formulation of capromorelin for appetite stimulation in cats, and treatments for atopic dermatitis and feline herpes virus. Aratana collaborates with other organizations, including Elanco Animal Health and Pacira Pharmaceuticals, to enhance its product development and commercialization efforts. The company aims to address unmet needs in companion animal healthcare by leveraging proprietary technologies and scientific advancements.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals
Series B in 2012
Rhythm is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing peptide therapeutics for the treatment of rare genetic deficiencies that result in life-threatening metabolic disorders. Their lead peptide product candidate, setmelanotide, is a potent, first-in-class melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) agonist for the treatment of rare genetic disorders of obesity. They believe that setmelanotide, for which they have exclusive worldwide rights, has the potential to serve as replacement therapy for the treatment of melanocortin 4, or MC4, pathway deficiencies. The MC4 pathway is a compelling target for treating these genetic disorders because of its critical role in regulating appetite and weight, and peptide therapeutics are uniquely suited to activating this target.
Vascular Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2012
Vascular Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutics for patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, specifically targeting complications such as diabetic nephropathy. Founded in 2005 and based in North Carolina, the company is advancing its lead candidate, VPI-2690B, a subcutaneously administered monoclonal antibody designed to respond to hyperglycemia. This innovative treatment aims to bind to a specific molecular target within the αVβ3 receptor, potentially offering patients a means to mitigate the serious complications associated with diabetes. Vascular Pharmaceuticals operates at the intersection of biotechnology, medicine, and healthcare, contributing to the ongoing efforts to improve outcomes for those affected by diabetes.
Chiasma
Series D in 2012
Chiasma, Inc. is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Needham, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing oral medications for rare and serious chronic diseases. Utilizing its proprietary Transient Permeability Enhancer technology, Chiasma aims to transform injectable drugs into oral formulations, enhancing their absorption and potentially enabling new therapeutic indications. The company is currently focused on MYCAPSSA, an oral octreotide capsule designed for adult patients with acromegaly, a condition characterized by excessive growth hormone production. MYCAPSSA is undergoing Phase III clinical trials in the United States and is also in the process of seeking regulatory approval in the European Union. Founded in 2001, Chiasma is dedicated to improving treatment options for patients with debilitating conditions through innovative drug delivery methods.
Astute Medical
Series C in 2012
Astute Medical is dedicated to improving the diagnosis of high-risk medical conditions and diseases through the identification and validation of protein biomarkers that can serve as the basis for novel diagnostic tests. The Company's focus is on community and hospital-acquired acute conditions that require rapid diagnosis and risk assessment. The company's current areas of interest include abdominal pain, acute coronary syndromes, cerebrovascular injury, kidney injury and sepsis. Founded in 2007, the company is led by Christopher Hibberd and Paul McPherson, former members of the management at Biosite Incorporated, a leading diagnostics company acquired by Inverness Medical Innovations in 2007 for $1.7 billion. Hibberd served at Biosite for 10 years, most recently as Senior Vice President Corporate Development. Dr. McPherson was at Biosite for 14 years, most recently as Vice President Research and Development.
NeoVista
Venture Round in 2012
NeoVista Inc is dedicated to the development of medical technologies that help to advance the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Wet AMD affects more than 5 million people around the world and is a major cause of blindness in men and women over the age of 50. The unique technology being developed by NeoVista continues to show promise in clinical studies. It is our goal to help improve the quality of care and reduce the burden of this destructive condition on patients, physicians, and the healthcare system.
Helicos BioSciences
Series A in 2012
Helicos BioSciences Corporation (Helicos) is a life sciences company, which has developed technology focused on the research, drug discovery and clinical diagnostics markets. Its True Single Molecule Sequencing (tSMS) technology enables rapid analysis of large quantities of genetic material by directly sequencing single molecules of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or single DNA copies of ribonucleic acid (RNA) (cDNA) and its approach of direct sequencing of RNA. Its Helicos Genetic Analysis Platform is designed to obtain sequencing information by repetitively performing a cycle of biochemical reactions on individual DNA or RNA molecules and imaging the results after each cycle. The platform consists of an instrument called the HeliScope Single Molecule Sequencer, an image analysis computer tower called the HeliScope Analysis Engine, associated reagents, which are chemicals used in the sequencing process and disposable supplies.
CoStim Pharmaceuticals
Seed Round in 2012
CoStim Pharmaceuticals Inc. operates as a biotechnology company. It develops antibody agents for treatment of cancer. The company was incorporated in 2011 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Radius Health
Private Equity Round in 2011
Radius is a leading company in the discovery and development of a new generation of drug therapies for osteoporosis and women's health. The company's first drug in clinical trials is designed to build new bone in patients with osteoporosis, with the goal of reducing the risk of future fractures and improving the quality of life. Their long-term focus is on additional areas in women's health that include symptoms of menopause, reproductive disorders, and frailty associated with aging. Radius's scientific leadership includes some of the world's leading researchers in the fields of bone metabolism, endocrinology, and medicinal chemistry, and the company has a broad foundation in nuclear hormone receptors.
Aratana Therapeutics
Series B in 2011
Aratana Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for dogs and cats in the United States. Founded in 2010 and based in Leawood, Kansas, the company offers a range of products including NOCITA for post-operative pain management in dogs, ENTYCE for appetite stimulation, and GALLIPRANT for osteoarthritis pain and inflammation. Additionally, it is advancing several therapeutic candidates, such as a bupivacaine liposome injectable suspension for cats, a formulation of capromorelin for appetite stimulation in cats, and treatments for atopic dermatitis and feline herpes virus. Aratana collaborates with other organizations, including Elanco Animal Health and Pacira Pharmaceuticals, to enhance its product development and commercialization efforts. The company aims to address unmet needs in companion animal healthcare by leveraging proprietary technologies and scientific advancements.
Verastem
Series C in 2011
Verastem, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative treatments to enhance the survival and quality of life for cancer patients. The company markets COPIKTRA, an oral dual inhibitor of phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K), which is approved for adult patients with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma and follicular lymphoma after previous therapies. Additionally, Verastem is advancing its pipeline with the focal adhesion kinase inhibitor defactinib, currently being studied in combination with immunotherapies for various cancers, including pancreatic and non-small cell lung cancer. The company focuses on targeting critical signaling pathways in cancer to inhibit tumor growth and promote cell death. Verastem has established collaborations with Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. and CSPC Pharmaceutical Group Limited, and is headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts.
Theraclone Sciences
Venture Round in 2011
Theraclone Sciences (formerly Spaltudaq) is a Seattle-based discovery-stage biotech focused on the development of novel therapeutic antibodies for the treatment of infectious disease and inflammation. The company's technology harnesses the power of the human immune system to identify naturally evolved monoclonal antibodies from the blood cells of immunologically relevant human subjects. Recombinant human monoclonal antibodies can be rapidly obtained using our discovery platform and scaled for large-scale industrial production. Such antibody drug candidates may be uniquely important in combating disease and may have potential as therapeutic products that can be administered to a broad patient population. Theraclone is a privately held company with venture investment from ARCH Venture Partners, Canaan Partners, Healthcare Ventures, Amgen Ventures, MPM Capital, and Alexandria Real Estate Investment.
Proteon Therapeutics
Series C in 2011
Proteon Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for patients with renal and vascular diseases. Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company was founded in 2001 and has a strong emphasis on addressing the medical needs of these patient populations. Its lead product candidate, vonapanitase, is designed to improve hemodialysis vascular access outcomes and has completed Phase II and Phase III clinical trials for patients with chronic kidney disease. Additionally, the company is exploring vonapanitase in a Phase I clinical trial targeting peripheral artery disease. Proteon Therapeutics leverages a unique understanding of tissue remodeling to advance its pipeline of proprietary therapeutics, including another candidate aimed at enhancing blood flow following vascular surgery procedures.
Radius Health
Series C in 2011
Radius is a leading company in the discovery and development of a new generation of drug therapies for osteoporosis and women's health. The company's first drug in clinical trials is designed to build new bone in patients with osteoporosis, with the goal of reducing the risk of future fractures and improving the quality of life. Their long-term focus is on additional areas in women's health that include symptoms of menopause, reproductive disorders, and frailty associated with aging. Radius's scientific leadership includes some of the world's leading researchers in the fields of bone metabolism, endocrinology, and medicinal chemistry, and the company has a broad foundation in nuclear hormone receptors.
Verastem
Series B in 2011
Verastem, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative treatments to enhance the survival and quality of life for cancer patients. The company markets COPIKTRA, an oral dual inhibitor of phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K), which is approved for adult patients with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma and follicular lymphoma after previous therapies. Additionally, Verastem is advancing its pipeline with the focal adhesion kinase inhibitor defactinib, currently being studied in combination with immunotherapies for various cancers, including pancreatic and non-small cell lung cancer. The company focuses on targeting critical signaling pathways in cancer to inhibit tumor growth and promote cell death. Verastem has established collaborations with Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. and CSPC Pharmaceutical Group Limited, and is headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts.
NeoVista
Series E in 2011
NeoVista Inc is dedicated to the development of medical technologies that help to advance the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Wet AMD affects more than 5 million people around the world and is a major cause of blindness in men and women over the age of 50. The unique technology being developed by NeoVista continues to show promise in clinical studies. It is our goal to help improve the quality of care and reduce the burden of this destructive condition on patients, physicians, and the healthcare system.
Aratana Therapeutics
Series A in 2011
Aratana Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics for dogs and cats in the United States. Founded in 2010 and based in Leawood, Kansas, the company offers a range of products including NOCITA for post-operative pain management in dogs, ENTYCE for appetite stimulation, and GALLIPRANT for osteoarthritis pain and inflammation. Additionally, it is advancing several therapeutic candidates, such as a bupivacaine liposome injectable suspension for cats, a formulation of capromorelin for appetite stimulation in cats, and treatments for atopic dermatitis and feline herpes virus. Aratana collaborates with other organizations, including Elanco Animal Health and Pacira Pharmaceuticals, to enhance its product development and commercialization efforts. The company aims to address unmet needs in companion animal healthcare by leveraging proprietary technologies and scientific advancements.
Mitobridge
Seed Round in 2011
Mitobridge, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing small molecule therapeutics that enhance mitochondrial function. The company is advancing its clinical compound, MA-0211, an orally bioavailable PPARd modulator designed to address mitochondrial deficits in patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Founded in 2013 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Mitobridge aims to leverage emerging scientific insights linking mitochondrial dysfunction to various diseases. The company's strategy involves establishing proof of concept in rare diseases before expanding into more prevalent conditions. With a strong team of experts in mitochondrial biology, metabolism, and aging, Mitobridge is committed to translating innovative discoveries into effective treatments for genetic, metabolic, and neurodegenerative disorders, as well as age-related diseases. Since its inception, the company has received backing from notable investors, including Astellas Pharma, MPM Capital, and Longwood Fund.
Verastem
Series A in 2010
Verastem, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative treatments to enhance the survival and quality of life for cancer patients. The company markets COPIKTRA, an oral dual inhibitor of phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K), which is approved for adult patients with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma and follicular lymphoma after previous therapies. Additionally, Verastem is advancing its pipeline with the focal adhesion kinase inhibitor defactinib, currently being studied in combination with immunotherapies for various cancers, including pancreatic and non-small cell lung cancer. The company focuses on targeting critical signaling pathways in cancer to inhibit tumor growth and promote cell death. Verastem has established collaborations with Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. and CSPC Pharmaceutical Group Limited, and is headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts.
Theraclone Sciences
Venture Round in 2010
Theraclone Sciences (formerly Spaltudaq) is a Seattle-based discovery-stage biotech focused on the development of novel therapeutic antibodies for the treatment of infectious disease and inflammation. The company's technology harnesses the power of the human immune system to identify naturally evolved monoclonal antibodies from the blood cells of immunologically relevant human subjects. Recombinant human monoclonal antibodies can be rapidly obtained using our discovery platform and scaled for large-scale industrial production. Such antibody drug candidates may be uniquely important in combating disease and may have potential as therapeutic products that can be administered to a broad patient population. Theraclone is a privately held company with venture investment from ARCH Venture Partners, Canaan Partners, Healthcare Ventures, Amgen Ventures, MPM Capital, and Alexandria Real Estate Investment.
Syndax Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2010
Syndax Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead product, entinostat, is a class I HDAC inhibitor currently in Phase III clinical trials for advanced hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative breast cancer. Additionally, entinostat is being tested in combination with Keytruda and Tecentriq in Phase Ib/II trials for non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic breast cancer. Another significant candidate, SNDX-5613, is a selective inhibitor targeting the Menin-MLL interaction, undergoing Phase I/II trials for acute leukemias. The company is also developing SNDX-6352, a monoclonal antibody for chronic graft versus host disease, currently in Phase I/II trials. Syndax has established collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies and research organizations, enhancing its research and development capabilities. Founded in 2005, Syndax Pharmaceuticals aims to address critical needs in oncology through innovative therapeutic approaches.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2010
Rhythm is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing peptide therapeutics for the treatment of rare genetic deficiencies that result in life-threatening metabolic disorders. Their lead peptide product candidate, setmelanotide, is a potent, first-in-class melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R) agonist for the treatment of rare genetic disorders of obesity. They believe that setmelanotide, for which they have exclusive worldwide rights, has the potential to serve as replacement therapy for the treatment of melanocortin 4, or MC4, pathway deficiencies. The MC4 pathway is a compelling target for treating these genetic disorders because of its critical role in regulating appetite and weight, and peptide therapeutics are uniquely suited to activating this target.
PrimeraDx (Primera Biosystems)
Series C in 2009
PrimeraDx, Inc. offers multiplexed infectious disease assays. It provides Scalable Target Amplification Routine technology, which is a method for simultaneous quantitative measurement of multiple target nucleic acids. The company also offers ViraQuant, a multiplexed assay providing quantitative and simultaneous measurement of viruses; and FungiQuant Yeast and FungiQuant Mold, which are fungal panels for mycology testing. Its products are used in miRNA, DNA methylation, quantitative genotyping, gene expression, and viral load measurement applications. PrimeraDx, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is based in Mansfield, Massachusetts.
Epizyme
Series B in 2009
Epizyme, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel epigenetic medicines for cancer and other serious diseases. The company has developed Tazemetostat, an EZH2 inhibitor approved for the treatment of metastatic or locally advanced epithelioid sarcoma in the United States. Additionally, Tazemetostat is being investigated in combination therapies for various cancers, including relapsed follicular lymphoma and high-risk diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, as well as in patients with platinum-resistant solid tumors and castration-resistant prostate cancer. Epizyme also works on other product candidates, such as pinometostat for acute myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia, along with inhibitors targeting PRMT5 and PRMT1 for different types of cancers. Established in 2007, Epizyme collaborates with several prominent organizations to advance its research and development efforts.
Proteon Therapeutics
Series B in 2009
Proteon Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for patients with renal and vascular diseases. Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company was founded in 2001 and has a strong emphasis on addressing the medical needs of these patient populations. Its lead product candidate, vonapanitase, is designed to improve hemodialysis vascular access outcomes and has completed Phase II and Phase III clinical trials for patients with chronic kidney disease. Additionally, the company is exploring vonapanitase in a Phase I clinical trial targeting peripheral artery disease. Proteon Therapeutics leverages a unique understanding of tissue remodeling to advance its pipeline of proprietary therapeutics, including another candidate aimed at enhancing blood flow following vascular surgery procedures.
NeoVista
Series D in 2009
NeoVista Inc is dedicated to the development of medical technologies that help to advance the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Wet AMD affects more than 5 million people around the world and is a major cause of blindness in men and women over the age of 50. The unique technology being developed by NeoVista continues to show promise in clinical studies. It is our goal to help improve the quality of care and reduce the burden of this destructive condition on patients, physicians, and the healthcare system.
Radius Health
Series C in 2008
Radius is a leading company in the discovery and development of a new generation of drug therapies for osteoporosis and women's health. The company's first drug in clinical trials is designed to build new bone in patients with osteoporosis, with the goal of reducing the risk of future fractures and improving the quality of life. Their long-term focus is on additional areas in women's health that include symptoms of menopause, reproductive disorders, and frailty associated with aging. Radius's scientific leadership includes some of the world's leading researchers in the fields of bone metabolism, endocrinology, and medicinal chemistry, and the company has a broad foundation in nuclear hormone receptors.
Peplin
Private Equity Round in 2008
Peplin is a development-stage specialty pharmaceutical company focused on advancing and commercializing medical dermatology products. The Company is developing PEP005 (ingenol mebutate) (PEP005), which is derived from Euphorbia peplus (E. peplus), a plant referred to as petty spurge or radium weed. Peplin’s lead product candidate, which is in Phase III clinical trials, is a patient-applied topical gel containing PEP005, a compound used for the treatment of actinic keratosis (AK). Peplin’s other product candidate is a physician-applied topical gel for the treatment of superficial basal cell carcinoma (superficial BCC), PEP005 Gel for BCC. The active compound in each product is a small molecule extracted and purified from the sap of E. peplus. On October 16, 2008, the Company acquired Neosil, Inc., a dermatology-focused company. Later on, Peplin, Inc. was acquired by LEO Pharma A/S.
Peptimmune
Series D in 2008
Peptimmune is a clinical stage biotechnology company that specializes in the development of peptide and peptide-copolymer therapeutics aimed at improving the management of chronic autoimmune and metabolic disorders. The company is focused on creating second-generation treatments that are anticipated to offer safer and more effective options for conditions such as obesity, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and pemphigus vulgaris. Among its key products is PI-2301, a peptide copolymer designed for multiple sclerosis, along with DEEP vaccines intended to target various infectious diseases, including viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections.
EKR Therapeutics
Series D in 2008
EKR Therapeutics, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company based in Bedminster, New Jersey, established in 2005. The company is dedicated to acquiring, developing, and commercializing prescription products that primarily focus on oncology supportive care. EKR Therapeutics addresses various medical conditions, including oral mucositis, stomatitis, xerostomia, nutritional issues, cachexia, skin reactions, bone marrow depression, and pain management, among others. Their products are designed to support the needs of patients in acute-care hospital settings, particularly cancer patients, by providing effective treatments for complications related to cancer and other conditions.
Epizyme
Series A in 2008
Epizyme, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel epigenetic medicines for cancer and other serious diseases. The company has developed Tazemetostat, an EZH2 inhibitor approved for the treatment of metastatic or locally advanced epithelioid sarcoma in the United States. Additionally, Tazemetostat is being investigated in combination therapies for various cancers, including relapsed follicular lymphoma and high-risk diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, as well as in patients with platinum-resistant solid tumors and castration-resistant prostate cancer. Epizyme also works on other product candidates, such as pinometostat for acute myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia, along with inhibitors targeting PRMT5 and PRMT1 for different types of cancers. Established in 2007, Epizyme collaborates with several prominent organizations to advance its research and development efforts.
PrimeraDx (Primera Biosystems)
Series B in 2008
PrimeraDx, Inc. offers multiplexed infectious disease assays. It provides Scalable Target Amplification Routine technology, which is a method for simultaneous quantitative measurement of multiple target nucleic acids. The company also offers ViraQuant, a multiplexed assay providing quantitative and simultaneous measurement of viruses; and FungiQuant Yeast and FungiQuant Mold, which are fungal panels for mycology testing. Its products are used in miRNA, DNA methylation, quantitative genotyping, gene expression, and viral load measurement applications. PrimeraDx, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is based in Mansfield, Massachusetts.
Allozyne
Series B in 2007
Allozyne, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing innovative protein therapeutic candidates for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, as well as cancer. Its lead product candidate, AZ01, is currently in a Phase 1b clinical trial aimed at treating relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. The company is also advancing AZ17, a bispecific antibody designed for various autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, including Crohn's disease and multiple sclerosis, and AZ05, an antibody-drug conjugate targeting solid tumors. Founded in 2004, Allozyne is dedicated to enhancing the efficacy, safety, and dosing of protein-based therapeutics, including peptides and antibodies. It operates as a subsidiary of Poniard Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Acceleron Pharma
Series C in 2007
Acceleron Pharma Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapeutics aimed at treating serious and rare diseases. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company focuses on developing novel biotherapeutics that modulate growth factors related to bone, muscle, fat, and vascular health. Its product portfolio includes luspatercept-aamt, marketed as REBLOZYL, for treating anemia in adult patients with beta-thalassemia, and candidates such as Sotatercept for pulmonary arterial hypertension. Additionally, Acceleron is advancing ACE-083, a neuromuscular treatment currently in Phase II trials for Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. The company collaborates with partners like Celgene Corporation and Fulcrum Therapeutics to develop therapies targeting specific pathways in pulmonary diseases. Founded in 2003, Acceleron Pharma continues to focus on creating innovative treatments for conditions such as cancer-related bone loss, muscle degeneration, and metabolic disorders.
Athersys
Venture Round in 2007
Athersys, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cleveland, Ohio, specializing in regenerative medicine. The company focuses on the research and development of therapeutic products aimed at treating various disease indications, including neurological conditions, cardiovascular diseases, inflammatory and immune disorders, and pulmonary issues. Athersys's primary product, MultiStem cell therapy, is an allogeneic stem cell treatment currently undergoing Phase III clinical trials for ischemic stroke and Phase II trials for acute myocardial infarction. Additionally, it has completed Phase I studies for treating leukemia and other blood-borne cancers. Athersys also explores applications of MultiStem in veterinary medicine for serious health conditions. The company maintains collaborative agreements with Healios K.K. and the University of Minnesota to expand the development and commercialization of its therapies. Revenue is generated through corporate partnerships, licensing agreements, and government grants.
Syndax Pharmaceuticals
Series A in 2007
Syndax Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead product, entinostat, is a class I HDAC inhibitor currently in Phase III clinical trials for advanced hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative breast cancer. Additionally, entinostat is being tested in combination with Keytruda and Tecentriq in Phase Ib/II trials for non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic breast cancer. Another significant candidate, SNDX-5613, is a selective inhibitor targeting the Menin-MLL interaction, undergoing Phase I/II trials for acute leukemias. The company is also developing SNDX-6352, a monoclonal antibody for chronic graft versus host disease, currently in Phase I/II trials. Syndax has established collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies and research organizations, enhancing its research and development capabilities. Founded in 2005, Syndax Pharmaceuticals aims to address critical needs in oncology through innovative therapeutic approaches.
Radius Health
Series B in 2007
Radius is a leading company in the discovery and development of a new generation of drug therapies for osteoporosis and women's health. The company's first drug in clinical trials is designed to build new bone in patients with osteoporosis, with the goal of reducing the risk of future fractures and improving the quality of life. Their long-term focus is on additional areas in women's health that include symptoms of menopause, reproductive disorders, and frailty associated with aging. Radius's scientific leadership includes some of the world's leading researchers in the fields of bone metabolism, endocrinology, and medicinal chemistry, and the company has a broad foundation in nuclear hormone receptors.
Theraclone Sciences
Series B in 2007
Theraclone Sciences (formerly Spaltudaq) is a Seattle-based discovery-stage biotech focused on the development of novel therapeutic antibodies for the treatment of infectious disease and inflammation. The company's technology harnesses the power of the human immune system to identify naturally evolved monoclonal antibodies from the blood cells of immunologically relevant human subjects. Recombinant human monoclonal antibodies can be rapidly obtained using our discovery platform and scaled for large-scale industrial production. Such antibody drug candidates may be uniquely important in combating disease and may have potential as therapeutic products that can be administered to a broad patient population. Theraclone is a privately held company with venture investment from ARCH Venture Partners, Canaan Partners, Healthcare Ventures, Amgen Ventures, MPM Capital, and Alexandria Real Estate Investment.
NeoVista
Series C in 2006
NeoVista Inc is dedicated to the development of medical technologies that help to advance the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Wet AMD affects more than 5 million people around the world and is a major cause of blindness in men and women over the age of 50. The unique technology being developed by NeoVista continues to show promise in clinical studies. It is our goal to help improve the quality of care and reduce the burden of this destructive condition on patients, physicians, and the healthcare system.
Orexigen Therapeutics
Series C in 2006
Orexigen Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing pharmaceutical products aimed at treating obesity. Founded in 2002 and based in La Jolla, California, the company has advanced its lead product candidates, including Contrave, which has completed Phase III clinical trials, and Empatic, which has completed Phase II clinical trials. Contrave is a combination of bupropion, an antidepressant and smoking cessation aid, and naltrexone, used for treating alcohol and opioid addiction. Empatic combines bupropion with zonisamide, a medication for epilepsy, in a sustained release formulation. Orexigen's focus includes exploring older drugs for synergistic effects in addressing obesity and related conditions.
Chiasma
Series C in 2006
Chiasma, Inc. is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Needham, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing oral medications for rare and serious chronic diseases. Utilizing its proprietary Transient Permeability Enhancer technology, Chiasma aims to transform injectable drugs into oral formulations, enhancing their absorption and potentially enabling new therapeutic indications. The company is currently focused on MYCAPSSA, an oral octreotide capsule designed for adult patients with acromegaly, a condition characterized by excessive growth hormone production. MYCAPSSA is undergoing Phase III clinical trials in the United States and is also in the process of seeking regulatory approval in the European Union. Founded in 2001, Chiasma is dedicated to improving treatment options for patients with debilitating conditions through innovative drug delivery methods.
Solasia Pharma
Pre Seed Round in 2006
Solasia Pharma K.K. is a Tokyo-based company focused on developing and distributing pharmaceuticals and medical devices for oncology in Asia. Established in 2006, Solasia offers products such as episil oral liquid for pain control and relief, and Sancuso, a transdermal system that administers granisetron to treat chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. The company is advancing its clinical pipeline with SP-02, a mitochondrial-targeted agent currently in Phase II trials for various hematologic and solid tumors, and SP-04, which has completed Phase IIb trials for chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. In addition to its drug development efforts, Solasia is involved in the import and export of medicines and medical equipment.
MacroGenics
Series C in 2006
MacroGenics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Rockville, Maryland, that specializes in the discovery and development of antibody-based therapeutics for cancer treatment. The company's portfolio includes several investigational products, such as Margetuximab, a monoclonal antibody in Phase III trials targeting HER2-expressing tumors, and Flotetuzumab, a DART molecule aimed at treating acute myeloid leukemia. Other candidates in development include MGA012 and MGD013, both targeting PD-1, as well as MGD019, which targets multiple immune checkpoints. MacroGenics is also advancing MGC018, an antibody-drug conjugate targeting B7-H3, and MGD014, a DART molecule designed for HIV-infected cells. The company has formed strategic collaborations with several organizations to enhance its research and development efforts. Founded in 2000, MacroGenics is committed to innovating immunotherapeutics for cancer and other related diseases.
Helicos BioSciences
Series B in 2006
Helicos BioSciences Corporation (Helicos) is a life sciences company, which has developed technology focused on the research, drug discovery and clinical diagnostics markets. Its True Single Molecule Sequencing (tSMS) technology enables rapid analysis of large quantities of genetic material by directly sequencing single molecules of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or single DNA copies of ribonucleic acid (RNA) (cDNA) and its approach of direct sequencing of RNA. Its Helicos Genetic Analysis Platform is designed to obtain sequencing information by repetitively performing a cycle of biochemical reactions on individual DNA or RNA molecules and imaging the results after each cycle. The platform consists of an instrument called the HeliScope Single Molecule Sequencer, an image analysis computer tower called the HeliScope Analysis Engine, associated reagents, which are chemicals used in the sequencing process and disposable supplies.
Amphora Discovery
Series E in 2006
Amphora Discovery Corporation is a biotechnology company based in Durham, North Carolina, that offers integrated services to the pharmaceutical industry. Founded in 2001 and now a subsidiary of Nanosyn Inc., the company specializes in pathway-based drug discovery services. Its offerings include in vitro assay protocols, throughput screening, compound profiling, custom assay development, and lead discovery and optimization programs. Amphora's lead generation platform is noted for its precision and data quality, leading to the development of proprietary clinical entities targeting oncology, inflammation, metabolic diseases, and neurological disorders. The company serves a diverse clientele, including pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies, emerging biotechnology firms, and research foundations, with its most advanced compounds currently positioned as preclinical candidates in oncology and inflammation.
NeoRX Corporation (Poniard Pharmaceuticals)
Post in 2006
Poniard Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative oncology products to impact the lives of people with cancer.
AffyMax
Series D in 2005
Affymax is a biopharmaceutical company committed to developing novel drugs to improve the treatment of serious and often life-threatening conditions. The company's first product candidate, peginesatide (formerly known as Hematideâ„¢), has been investigated in Phase 3 trials for the potential treatment of anemia associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD). A New Drug Application (NDA) for peginesatide for the treatment of anemia associated with CKD in adult patients on dialysis is currently being reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Peptimmune
Series C in 2005
Peptimmune is a clinical stage biotechnology company that specializes in the development of peptide and peptide-copolymer therapeutics aimed at improving the management of chronic autoimmune and metabolic disorders. The company is focused on creating second-generation treatments that are anticipated to offer safer and more effective options for conditions such as obesity, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and pemphigus vulgaris. Among its key products is PI-2301, a peptide copolymer designed for multiple sclerosis, along with DEEP vaccines intended to target various infectious diseases, including viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections.
Amphora Discovery
Series D in 2005
Amphora Discovery Corporation is a biotechnology company based in Durham, North Carolina, that offers integrated services to the pharmaceutical industry. Founded in 2001 and now a subsidiary of Nanosyn Inc., the company specializes in pathway-based drug discovery services. Its offerings include in vitro assay protocols, throughput screening, compound profiling, custom assay development, and lead discovery and optimization programs. Amphora's lead generation platform is noted for its precision and data quality, leading to the development of proprietary clinical entities targeting oncology, inflammation, metabolic diseases, and neurological disorders. The company serves a diverse clientele, including pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies, emerging biotechnology firms, and research foundations, with its most advanced compounds currently positioned as preclinical candidates in oncology and inflammation.
Cellerant Therapeutics
Series B in 2005
Cellerant Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in San Carlos, California, focused on developing innovative cell- and antibody-based immunotherapies for hematologic malignancies and other blood-related disorders. Founded in 2003, the company is advancing therapies that utilize a hematopoietic stem cell-based mechanism to treat conditions such as multiple myeloma and myelodysplastic syndrome, offering enhanced treatment options for patients. One of its key products, Romyelocel-L, is a universal cell therapy designed to prevent bacterial and fungal infections during neutropenia, eliminating the need for HLA matching.
CHF Solutions
Venture Round in 2005
CHF Solutions manufactures innovative medical devices for cardiac care. Its mission is to provide medical practitioners with practical solutions that enable the treatment of patients with unmet clinical needs. CHF Solutions was founded in 1998 and is based in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.
Amphora Discovery
Series C in 2004
Amphora Discovery Corporation is a biotechnology company based in Durham, North Carolina, that offers integrated services to the pharmaceutical industry. Founded in 2001 and now a subsidiary of Nanosyn Inc., the company specializes in pathway-based drug discovery services. Its offerings include in vitro assay protocols, throughput screening, compound profiling, custom assay development, and lead discovery and optimization programs. Amphora's lead generation platform is noted for its precision and data quality, leading to the development of proprietary clinical entities targeting oncology, inflammation, metabolic diseases, and neurological disorders. The company serves a diverse clientele, including pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies, emerging biotechnology firms, and research foundations, with its most advanced compounds currently positioned as preclinical candidates in oncology and inflammation.
BioXell
Series C in 2004
BioXell was founded in 2002 as a spinout of Roche Milano Ricerche, a leading biomedical research institute created ten years earlier that focused on chronic inflammatory disease and autoimmunity. The idea to create BioXell originated with Francesco Sinigaglia, founder and director of the Milan-based research institute, following a scientific career path that took him to the University College in London, the Basel Institute of Immunology and the Hoffmann-La Roche research units in Basel. Dr. Sinigaglia, former CEO, approached Roche with his challenging project and a year later BioXell was spun off, with $22m invested by MPM Capital, Index Ventures and Life Science Partners.
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