MPM Capital

Founded in 1996, MPM Capital is a global investment firm focused on the healthcare and life sciences sectors. It specializes in early-stage investments, typically ranging from $5 million to $50 million, with a primary focus on biotechnology, oncology, medical technology, and specialty pharma. The firm invests globally, with a concentration in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

Patrick Baeuerle

Managing Partner

Vinay Bhaskar

Principal

Detlev Biniszkiewicz

Managing Director

Stephen Curtis

Managing Director

Luke Evnin

Managing Director

Past deals in Pharmaceuticals

Umoja Biopharma

Series C in 2025
Umoja Biopharma is a biotechnology company specializing in innovative immunotherapy aimed at transforming cancer treatment. The company focuses on reprogramming T cells to effectively target cancer within patients' bodies, enhancing the immune response to combat both solid tumors and hematological cancers, which often show poor responses to conventional therapies. Umoja Biopharma's proprietary CAR T-cell gene therapy platform is designed to deliver scalable therapeutic regimens, allowing for tailored treatment options that can be administered to any patient, regardless of tumor type or stage. This approach aims to improve patient outcomes and quality of life by providing a safe and controllable method to attack cancer directly.

Reunion Neuroscience

Series A in 2024
Reunion Neuroscience is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic solutions for underserved mental health conditions. Its lead asset, RE104, is a proprietary psychedelic compound being developed as a potential fast-acting and durable antidepressant for patients suffering from postpartum depression and other mental health conditions.

Frontier Medicines

Series C in 2024
Frontier Medicines Corporation, established in 2018 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, is a pre-clinical stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in cancer research. The company employs chemoproteomics to discover and develop novel medicines targeting cancer-causing proteins. Frontier Medicines' innovative platform integrates advanced computational methods and machine learning algorithms to identify and pharmacologically target new binding pockets on proteins, thereby enabling small-molecule drug discovery and development for previously inaccessible targets.

FireFly Bio

Series A in 2024
FireFly Bio is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for cancer through its proprietary platform centered on Degrader Antibody Conjugates (DACs). This technology merges the advantages of traditional antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) with selective protein degradation, allowing for the targeted delivery of therapeutic agents to specific tissues. By leveraging advanced bioconjugate technologies, FireFly Bio aims to create highly specific and effective treatments that enhance patient outcomes. The company's approach emphasizes precision in medicine, seeking to improve the potency and efficacy of cancer therapies.

AstronauTx

Series A in 2023
AstronauTx focuses on restoring healthy function of astrocytes, a type of brain cell crucial for neuronal health and blood-brain barrier integrity. Its primary goal is to develop treatments targeting astrocyte dysfunction in dementias like Alzheimer's disease.

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 creates therapies with disease-specific applications that enhance patient outcomes by optimizing pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics through the targeted delivery of dual and complementary cytokines to affected tissues or cells. This innovative approach seeks to provide patients with curative treatment options for various conditions, including cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases.

ReCode Therapeutics

Series B in 2023
ReCode Therapeutics, Inc. 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 utilizes a groundbreaking selective organ targeting (SORT) lipid nanoparticle platform. This innovative technology facilitates the precise delivery of genetic therapies, including mRNA and gene correction therapeutics, to specific organs and cells beyond the liver. By overcoming limitations of traditional gene therapy approaches, ReCode Therapeutics aims to address the needs of patients with rare and life-limiting respiratory diseases, thus providing new treatment options for those affected by genetic disorders.

Reunion Neuroscience

Acquisition in 2023
Reunion Neuroscience is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic solutions for underserved mental health conditions. Its lead asset, RE104, is a proprietary psychedelic compound being developed as a potential fast-acting and durable antidepressant for patients suffering from postpartum depression and other mental health conditions.

Photys Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Photys Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing bifunctional small molecules that provide precise control over protein post-translational modifications. This innovative platform allows for the restoration of protein function, repair of cellular signaling pathways, and enhancement of the body's natural disease-fighting abilities. Co-founded by prominent chemist Amit Choudhary from the Broad Institute and the Longwood Fund, Photys is supported by a scientific advisory board that includes renowned experts from institutions such as MIT, Salk Institute, and Berkeley. The company's unique approach aims to advance therapeutic options in the healthcare industry, particularly by targeting kinases and potentially phosphatases, to address various diseases effectively.

Coda Biotherapeutics

Venture Round in 2021
Coda Biotherapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies to modulate neuronal activity through its chemogenetic platform. Established in 2014 and based in San Francisco, the company employs gene therapy techniques to modify specific neuronal populations, enabling them to express engineered ligand-gated ion channels that are responsive to a proprietary small molecule. This interaction allows for precise, dose-dependent control of neuronal activity, facilitating the treatment of conditions such as neuropathic pain, epilepsy, and movement disorders. Coda's approach utilizes viral vectors to deliver these engineered neurotransmitter receptors directly to targeted neurons, enhancing the efficiency of treatment for severe nervous system disorders compared to traditional therapies.

ReCode Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
ReCode Therapeutics, Inc. 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 utilizes a groundbreaking selective organ targeting (SORT) lipid nanoparticle platform. This innovative technology facilitates the precise delivery of genetic therapies, including mRNA and gene correction therapeutics, to specific organs and cells beyond the liver. By overcoming limitations of traditional gene therapy approaches, ReCode Therapeutics aims to address the needs of patients with rare and life-limiting respiratory diseases, thus providing new treatment options for those affected by genetic disorders.

Frontier Medicines

Series B in 2021
Frontier Medicines Corporation, established in 2018 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, is a pre-clinical stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in cancer research. The company employs chemoproteomics to discover and develop novel medicines targeting cancer-causing proteins. Frontier Medicines' innovative platform integrates advanced computational methods and machine learning algorithms to identify and pharmacologically target new binding pockets on proteins, thereby enabling small-molecule drug discovery and development for previously inaccessible targets.

Cullinan Therapeutics

Series C in 2020
Cullinan Therapeutics is a developer of an externally sourced cancer therapeutics intended to end a drug program quickly if the early research suggests it won't work. The company's therapeutics are developed via assets sourced internally through dry lab or externally through business, academic and pharma collaborations, enabling researchers to get a highly diversified portfolio of oncology therapeutics with a unique, cost-efficient business model.

Umoja Biopharma

Series A in 2020
Umoja Biopharma is a biotechnology company specializing in innovative immunotherapy aimed at transforming cancer treatment. The company focuses on reprogramming T cells to effectively target cancer within patients' bodies, enhancing the immune response to combat both solid tumors and hematological cancers, which often show poor responses to conventional therapies. Umoja Biopharma's proprietary CAR T-cell gene therapy platform is designed to deliver scalable therapeutic regimens, allowing for tailored treatment options that can be administered to any patient, regardless of tumor type or stage. This approach aims to improve patient outcomes and quality of life by providing a safe and controllable method to attack cancer directly.

Trishula Therapeutics

Funding Round in 2020
Trishula Therapeutics is a privately held biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cancer immunotherapies. The company's lead product, TTX-030, is a first-in-class anti-CD39 antibody developed in collaboration with AbbVie. TTX-030 works by inhibiting CD39, an enzyme that converts ATP to AMP, thereby preventing the formation of immune-suppressive extracellular adenosine in the tumor microenvironment. This mechanism helps maintain elevated levels of immune-activating extracellular ATP, which is essential for stimulating dendritic and myeloid-derived cells involved in both innate and adaptive immunity. Currently, TTX-030 is undergoing phase 1/1b clinical trials as a monotherapy and in combination with anti-PD-1 agents and standard chemotherapy for adults with advanced cancer, aiming to enhance anti-tumor immune responses and improve treatment outcomes for cancer patients.

Cullinan Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Cullinan Therapeutics is a developer of an externally sourced cancer therapeutics intended to end a drug program quickly if the early research suggests it won't work. The company's therapeutics are developed via assets sourced internally through dry lab or externally through business, academic and pharma collaborations, enabling researchers to get a highly diversified portfolio of oncology therapeutics with a unique, cost-efficient business model.

iTeos Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
iTeos Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on immuno-oncology, developing cancer therapies that target the tumor microenvironment to overcome immune suppression and enhance efficacy of existing treatments. The company pursues small molecule and antibody approaches, including EOS-850, a small molecule antagonist of the adenosine A2A receptor, and EOS-448, an antagonist of TIGIT, with early-stage clinical programs designed to restore immune activity against tumors. By modulating metabolic and immune pathways within the tumor microenvironment, iTeos aims to improve responses across cancer types and complement immune checkpoint therapies.

ReCode Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
ReCode Therapeutics, Inc. 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 utilizes a groundbreaking selective organ targeting (SORT) lipid nanoparticle platform. This innovative technology facilitates the precise delivery of genetic therapies, including mRNA and gene correction therapeutics, to specific organs and cells beyond the liver. By overcoming limitations of traditional gene therapy approaches, ReCode Therapeutics aims to address the needs of patients with rare and life-limiting respiratory diseases, thus providing new treatment options for those affected by genetic disorders.

Biointervene

Series A in 2020
BioIntervene, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, founded in 2014. The company specializes in the discovery and development of innovative and non-addictive medicines aimed at treating chronic pain, chronic inflammatory disorders, and neurodegenerative disorders. BioIntervene's research is rooted in insights gained from studies at Saint Louis University and the National Institutes of Health. The company's founding team has made significant contributions to the understanding of adenosine A3 receptor biology, focusing on the development of first-in-class, selective adenosine A3 receptor agonists to address neuropathic pain and related conditions.

Triplet Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
Triplet Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for triplet repeat expansion disorders, such as Huntington's disease, myotonic dystrophy, and spinocerebellar ataxias. Founded in 2018 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company aims to address these conditions at their source by utilizing a unique approach that involves a single oligonucleotide targeting the DNA Damage Response pathway. This strategy is designed to provide effective treatments for multiple repeat expansion disorders, enabling healthcare professionals to offer advanced biotherapeutic options to their patients. Through its research and development efforts, Triplet Therapeutics is committed to transforming the landscape of treatment for these challenging genetic disorders.

SiO2 Materials Science

Venture Round in 2019
SiO2 Materials Science is a manufacturer specializing in the design and production of precision-molded plastic containers that offer advanced gas barrier properties comparable to glass and reduced protein binding surfaces. The company employs a proprietary plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) technology to create a range of products, including syringes, vials, and blood tubes, as well as other customized solutions. This innovative approach allows clients in the medical field to develop and commercialize products effectively by integrating thin, transparent coatings or treatments on surfaces that come into contact with drugs.

Coda Biotherapeutics

Series A in 2019
Coda Biotherapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies to modulate neuronal activity through its chemogenetic platform. Established in 2014 and based in San Francisco, the company employs gene therapy techniques to modify specific neuronal populations, enabling them to express engineered ligand-gated ion channels that are responsive to a proprietary small molecule. This interaction allows for precise, dose-dependent control of neuronal activity, facilitating the treatment of conditions such as neuropathic pain, epilepsy, and movement disorders. Coda's approach utilizes viral vectors to deliver these engineered neurotransmitter receptors directly to targeted neurons, enhancing the efficiency of treatment for severe nervous system disorders compared to traditional therapies.

Repare Therapeutics

Series B in 2019
Repare Therapeutics is a precision oncology company that discovers and develops novel therapeutics using its synthetic lethality approach. It employs its proprietary SNIPRx platform to systematically identify and target genomic instability, particularly DNA damage repair pathways in cancer cells. The company's lead product candidate, RP-3500, is an oral small molecule inhibitor for treating solid tumors with specific DNA damage repair-related alterations.

Oncorus

Series B in 2019
Oncorus, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing innovative viral immunotherapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead product candidate, ONCR-177, utilizes an oncolytic herpes simplex virus type 1 platform and is currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials to assess its efficacy against various cancers. In addition to ONCR-177, Oncorus is advancing its ONCR-GBM program aimed at treating brain cancer, along with synthetic viral immunotherapies derived from Coxsackievirus A21 and Seneca Valley Virus. The company has established a clinical trial collaboration with MSD International GmbH to evaluate the safety and tolerability of ONCR-177 in combination with Merck’s KEYTRUDA immunotherapy. Founded in 2015, Oncorus is committed to improving patient outcomes and has pledged to contribute a portion of its product sales to support cancer research and care in developing regions.

Frontier Medicines

Series A in 2019
Frontier Medicines Corporation, established in 2018 and headquartered in South San Francisco, California, is a pre-clinical stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in cancer research. The company employs chemoproteomics to discover and develop novel medicines targeting cancer-causing proteins. Frontier Medicines' innovative platform integrates advanced computational methods and machine learning algorithms to identify and pharmacologically target new binding pockets on proteins, thereby enabling small-molecule drug discovery and development for previously inaccessible targets.

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.

Harpoon Therapeutics

Series C in 2018
Harpoon Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage immunotherapy company based in South San Francisco, California, focused on developing a novel class of T cell engagers to harness the body's immune system for treating cancer and other diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary TriTAC (Tri-specific T cell Activating Construct) platform to create engineered proteins that direct T cells to target and kill cells expressing specific antigens. Harpoon's lead product candidate, HPN424, is currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Additionally, the company is advancing other candidates, including HPN536, which is in Phase I/IIa trials for ovarian cancer and MSLN-expressing tumors, as well as HPN217 for multiple myeloma and HPN328 for small cell lung cancer. Harpoon Therapeutics was founded in 2015 and is committed to addressing unmet medical needs in oncology through innovative therapies.

Coda Biotherapeutics

Series A in 2018
Coda Biotherapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies to modulate neuronal activity through its chemogenetic platform. Established in 2014 and based in San Francisco, the company employs gene therapy techniques to modify specific neuronal populations, enabling them to express engineered ligand-gated ion channels that are responsive to a proprietary small molecule. This interaction allows for precise, dose-dependent control of neuronal activity, facilitating the treatment of conditions such as neuropathic pain, epilepsy, and movement disorders. Coda's approach utilizes viral vectors to deliver these engineered neurotransmitter receptors directly to targeted neurons, enhancing the efficiency of treatment for severe nervous system disorders compared to traditional therapies.

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.

iTeos Therapeutics

Series B in 2018
iTeos Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on immuno-oncology, developing cancer therapies that target the tumor microenvironment to overcome immune suppression and enhance efficacy of existing treatments. The company pursues small molecule and antibody approaches, including EOS-850, a small molecule antagonist of the adenosine A2A receptor, and EOS-448, an antagonist of TIGIT, with early-stage clinical programs designed to restore immune activity against tumors. By modulating metabolic and immune pathways within the tumor microenvironment, iTeos aims to improve responses across cancer types and complement immune checkpoint therapies.

Iconic Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2018
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative therapeutics targeting retinal diseases and cancer through the biology of tissue factor. The company has an exclusive license for a novel recombinant protein known as hI-con1, which functions as an immunoconjugate that activates the immune system to eliminate pathological cells, such as those involved in wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. hI-con1 binds to tissue factor, prompting natural killer cells to destroy aberrant neovascular blood vessels and potentially disrupting the feedback loop with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), thus reducing its levels. Phase 1 studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results, demonstrating biological activity without dose-limiting toxicities. Iconic Therapeutics aims to translate scientific insights into effective treatments for serious diseases by addressing the underlying causes of inflammation and angiogenesis.

Tetherex Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2018
Tetherex Pharmaceuticals, established in 2014 with headquarters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapeutics targeting inflammation, thrombosis, and tumor metastasis. The company's primary focus is on SelK2, a humanized monoclonal antibody designed to address these severe diseases. Tetherex operates within the healthcare industry, specifically in the biotechnology sector, with an additional office in Morrisville, North Carolina.

TCR2

Series B in 2018
TCR2 Therapeutics Inc., a clinical-stage immunotherapy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focuses on developing novel T cell receptor therapies for cancer treatment. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Patrick Baeuerle and MPM Capital, TCR2 specializes in engineering T cells to target specific antigens expressed by cancer cells. The company's lead product candidates include TC-210, which targets mesothelin-positive solid tumors such as non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), ovarian cancer, malignant pleural/peritoneal mesothelioma, and cholangiocarcinoma; and TC-110, targeting CD19-positive B-cell hematological malignancies. TCR2's pipeline also includes candidates for adult acute lymphoblastic leukemia, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. The company's approach is distinct from traditional CAR-T cells and other engineered T cell therapies, leveraging a deep understanding of T cell receptor biology to create highly differentiated treatments.

Cullinan Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Cullinan Therapeutics is a developer of an externally sourced cancer therapeutics intended to end a drug program quickly if the early research suggests it won't work. The company's therapeutics are developed via assets sourced internally through dry lab or externally through business, academic and pharma collaborations, enabling researchers to get a highly diversified portfolio of oncology therapeutics with a unique, cost-efficient business model.

Repare Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Repare Therapeutics is a precision oncology company that discovers and develops novel therapeutics using its synthetic lethality approach. It employs its proprietary SNIPRx platform to systematically identify and target genomic instability, particularly DNA damage repair pathways in cancer cells. The company's lead product candidate, RP-3500, is an oral small molecule inhibitor for treating solid tumors with specific DNA damage repair-related alterations.

Harpoon Therapeutics

Series B in 2017
Harpoon Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage immunotherapy company based in South San Francisco, California, focused on developing a novel class of T cell engagers to harness the body's immune system for treating cancer and other diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary TriTAC (Tri-specific T cell Activating Construct) platform to create engineered proteins that direct T cells to target and kill cells expressing specific antigens. Harpoon's lead product candidate, HPN424, is currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Additionally, the company is advancing other candidates, including HPN536, which is in Phase I/IIa trials for ovarian cancer and MSLN-expressing tumors, as well as HPN217 for multiple myeloma and HPN328 for small cell lung cancer. Harpoon Therapeutics was founded in 2015 and is committed to addressing unmet medical needs in oncology through innovative therapies.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2017
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing peptide therapeutics for treating rare genetic disorders that cause life-threatening metabolic issues. Its lead product candidate, setmelanotide, is a potent melanocortin-4 receptor agonist designed for precision medicine to treat hyperphagia and severe obesity resulting from rare MC4R pathway diseases.

TCR2

Series A in 2016
TCR2 Therapeutics Inc., a clinical-stage immunotherapy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focuses on developing novel T cell receptor therapies for cancer treatment. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Patrick Baeuerle and MPM Capital, TCR2 specializes in engineering T cells to target specific antigens expressed by cancer cells. The company's lead product candidates include TC-210, which targets mesothelin-positive solid tumors such as non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), ovarian cancer, malignant pleural/peritoneal mesothelioma, and cholangiocarcinoma; and TC-110, targeting CD19-positive B-cell hematological malignancies. TCR2's pipeline also includes candidates for adult acute lymphoblastic leukemia, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma. The company's approach is distinct from traditional CAR-T cells and other engineered T cell therapies, leveraging a deep understanding of T cell receptor biology to create highly differentiated treatments.

iOmx Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
iOmx Therapeutics AG is a Munich-based company specializing in immuno-oncology target discovery and drug development. The company focuses on creating first-in-class cancer therapeutics that target novel immune checkpoint modulators present on tumor cells. Utilizing a proprietary siRNA-based screening technology, iOmx systematically analyzes human tumor cells to identify innovative therapeutic targets and understand their mechanisms of action. The company's approach is rooted in the principles of cancer immune-checkpoint therapy, which aims to overcome tumors' inherent resistance to immune attacks. This resistance is often mediated by cell surface molecules that inhibit T cell activation. By neutralizing these negative interactions, iOmx Therapeutics seeks to reactivate the host immune response, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of cancer treatments.

Iconic Therapeutics

Series C in 2016
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative therapeutics targeting retinal diseases and cancer through the biology of tissue factor. The company has an exclusive license for a novel recombinant protein known as hI-con1, which functions as an immunoconjugate that activates the immune system to eliminate pathological cells, such as those involved in wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. hI-con1 binds to tissue factor, prompting natural killer cells to destroy aberrant neovascular blood vessels and potentially disrupting the feedback loop with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), thus reducing its levels. Phase 1 studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results, demonstrating biological activity without dose-limiting toxicities. Iconic Therapeutics aims to translate scientific insights into effective treatments for serious diseases by addressing the underlying causes of inflammation and angiogenesis.

Oncorus

Series A in 2016
Oncorus, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing innovative viral immunotherapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead product candidate, ONCR-177, utilizes an oncolytic herpes simplex virus type 1 platform and is currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials to assess its efficacy against various cancers. In addition to ONCR-177, Oncorus is advancing its ONCR-GBM program aimed at treating brain cancer, along with synthetic viral immunotherapies derived from Coxsackievirus A21 and Seneca Valley Virus. The company has established a clinical trial collaboration with MSD International GmbH to evaluate the safety and tolerability of ONCR-177 in combination with Merck’s KEYTRUDA immunotherapy. Founded in 2015, Oncorus is committed to improving patient outcomes and has pledged to contribute a portion of its product sales to support cancer research and care in developing regions.

Argenx

Post in 2016
Argenx is a biopharmaceutical company based in the Netherlands, dedicated to developing antibody-based therapies for rare autoimmune diseases.

Twentyeight-Seven Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
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.

Harpoon Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
Harpoon Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage immunotherapy company based in South San Francisco, California, focused on developing a novel class of T cell engagers to harness the body's immune system for treating cancer and other diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary TriTAC (Tri-specific T cell Activating Construct) platform to create engineered proteins that direct T cells to target and kill cells expressing specific antigens. Harpoon's lead product candidate, HPN424, is currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. Additionally, the company is advancing other candidates, including HPN536, which is in Phase I/IIa trials for ovarian cancer and MSLN-expressing tumors, as well as HPN217 for multiple myeloma and HPN328 for small cell lung cancer. Harpoon Therapeutics was founded in 2015 and is committed to addressing unmet medical needs in oncology through innovative therapies.

Potenza Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2016
Potenza Therapeutics, Inc. is a preclinical-stage biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, established in 2014. The company is dedicated to developing a portfolio of oncology programs that harness the body's immune system to identify and eliminate tumors. Potenza's innovative approach focuses on understanding the mechanisms that allow cancer cells to evade immune detection and destruction. By leveraging these biological insights, the company aims to create effective and reliable therapeutic solutions that enhance patient health and improve cancer treatment outcomes.

Tizona Therapeutics

Series B in 2016
Founded in 2014, Tizona Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California. It specializes in developing immunotherapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases, with a focus on understanding the role of regulatory T cells in various tumors.

Iconic Therapeutics

Series C in 2016
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative therapeutics targeting retinal diseases and cancer through the biology of tissue factor. The company has an exclusive license for a novel recombinant protein known as hI-con1, which functions as an immunoconjugate that activates the immune system to eliminate pathological cells, such as those involved in wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. hI-con1 binds to tissue factor, prompting natural killer cells to destroy aberrant neovascular blood vessels and potentially disrupting the feedback loop with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), thus reducing its levels. Phase 1 studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results, demonstrating biological activity without dose-limiting toxicities. Iconic Therapeutics aims to translate scientific insights into effective treatments for serious diseases by addressing the underlying causes of inflammation and angiogenesis.

Tizona Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
Founded in 2014, Tizona Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California. It specializes in developing immunotherapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases, with a focus on understanding the role of regulatory T cells in various tumors.

True North Therapeutics

Series C in 2015
True North Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2013 as a spin-out of iPierian. The company focuses on developing therapies that target the classical pathway of the immune system's complement system to address rare diseases with high unmet clinical needs. Its lead product, TNT009, is a monoclonal antibody designed to selectively inhibit the classical complement pathway, aiming to treat conditions such as cold agglutinin disease, warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia, antibody-mediated rejection, bullous pemphigoid, and other rare diseases in hematologic, kidney transplant, dermatology, and neurological spaces. True North Therapeutics was acquired by Bioverativ Inc.

Syndax Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2015
Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of therapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead candidate, entinostat, is a class I HDAC inhibitor currently in Phase III trials for advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. Additionally, Syndax is advancing SNDX-5613, a selective inhibitor targeting the Menin-MLL binding interaction, in Phase I/II trials for acute myeloid leukemia with specific mutations. The company also explores entinostat in combination with immunotherapies such as Keytruda and Tecentriq for various cancers, including non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic breast cancer. Furthermore, Syndax is developing axatilimab, a monoclonal antibody targeting the CSF-1 receptor, currently in trials for chronic graft-versus-host disease. The company maintains collaborative relationships with several major pharmaceutical entities and research organizations to enhance its drug development efforts. Founded in 2005, Syndax Pharmaceuticals is committed to advancing innovative treatments for patients with challenging malignancies.

Rhythm Metabolic

Series A in 2015
Rhythm Metabolic is the subsidiary of Rhythm Pharmaceuticals that develops setmelanotide (RM-493), a novel peptide MC4 agonist for the treatment of obesity caused by genetic deficiencies in the MC4 pathway. It was established in 2013 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

True North Therapeutics

Series B in 2015
True North Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2013 as a spin-out of iPierian. The company focuses on developing therapies that target the classical pathway of the immune system's complement system to address rare diseases with high unmet clinical needs. Its lead product, TNT009, is a monoclonal antibody designed to selectively inhibit the classical complement pathway, aiming to treat conditions such as cold agglutinin disease, warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia, antibody-mediated rejection, bullous pemphigoid, and other rare diseases in hematologic, kidney transplant, dermatology, and neurological spaces. True North Therapeutics was acquired by Bioverativ Inc.

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, particularly targeting diabetic nephropathy. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, the company is advancing its lead candidate, VPI-2690B, a subcutaneously administered monoclonal antibody designed to address complications associated with diabetes. This drug binds to a specific molecular target within the αVβ3 receptor, aiming to mitigate the harmful effects of hyperglycemia and improve patient outcomes. Vascular Pharmaceuticals operates at the intersection of biotechnology and healthcare, committed to innovative solutions for diabetes-related complications.

Chiasma

Series E in 2015
Chiasma is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in late-stage clinical development. It focuses on transforming injectable drugs into oral medications using its proprietary Transient Permeability Enhancer technology, with a primary focus on treating rare and serious chronic diseases.

Atopix Therapeutics

Series A in 2014
Atopix Therapeutics Limited is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative anti-inflammatory medicines for the treatment of asthma, chronic allergic conditions, and other atopic diseases. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in a novel class of oral anti-allergic medications known as CRTH2 antagonists. Its lead candidate is currently undergoing a Phase 2 clinical trial aimed at addressing moderate to severe atopic dermatitis, with studies being conducted at several prominent dermatology centers across Europe. Atopix Therapeutics operates as a subsidiary of Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.

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.

True North Therapeutics

Series A in 2014
True North Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, founded in 2013 as a spin-out of iPierian. The company focuses on developing therapies that target the classical pathway of the immune system's complement system to address rare diseases with high unmet clinical needs. Its lead product, TNT009, is a monoclonal antibody designed to selectively inhibit the classical complement pathway, aiming to treat conditions such as cold agglutinin disease, warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia, antibody-mediated rejection, bullous pemphigoid, and other rare diseases in hematologic, kidney transplant, dermatology, and neurological spaces. True North Therapeutics was acquired by Bioverativ Inc.

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. Founded in 2001 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company is known for its lead product candidate, vonapanitase, which is designed to improve hemodialysis vascular access outcomes. Vonapanitase, a recombinant human elastase, has successfully completed Phase II and Phase III clinical trials for patients suffering from chronic kidney disease and is currently being evaluated in a Phase I clinical trial for peripheral artery disease. The company aims to leverage its understanding of tissue remodeling to create effective treatments that address significant medical needs in these patient populations.

Iconic Therapeutics

Series B in 2014
Iconic Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, that focuses on developing innovative therapeutics targeting retinal diseases and cancer through the biology of tissue factor. The company has an exclusive license for a novel recombinant protein known as hI-con1, which functions as an immunoconjugate that activates the immune system to eliminate pathological cells, such as those involved in wet age-related macular degeneration and certain cancers. hI-con1 binds to tissue factor, prompting natural killer cells to destroy aberrant neovascular blood vessels and potentially disrupting the feedback loop with vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), thus reducing its levels. Phase 1 studies of hI-con1 have shown promising results, demonstrating biological activity without dose-limiting toxicities. Iconic Therapeutics aims to translate scientific insights into effective treatments for serious diseases by addressing the underlying causes of inflammation and angiogenesis.

Sideris Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2013
Sideris Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a privately held biopharmaceutical company that is focused on development of therapeutics for the treatment of transfusion-related iron overload. The company’s operations include facilities in Boston, MA, and in Gainesville, FL.

Syndax Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2013
Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of therapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead candidate, entinostat, is a class I HDAC inhibitor currently in Phase III trials for advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. Additionally, Syndax is advancing SNDX-5613, a selective inhibitor targeting the Menin-MLL binding interaction, in Phase I/II trials for acute myeloid leukemia with specific mutations. The company also explores entinostat in combination with immunotherapies such as Keytruda and Tecentriq for various cancers, including non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic breast cancer. Furthermore, Syndax is developing axatilimab, a monoclonal antibody targeting the CSF-1 receptor, currently in trials for chronic graft-versus-host disease. The company maintains collaborative relationships with several major pharmaceutical entities and research organizations to enhance its drug development efforts. Founded in 2005, Syndax Pharmaceuticals is committed to advancing innovative treatments for patients with challenging malignancies.

Radius Health

Private Equity Round in 2013
Radius Health, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development and commercialization of endocrine therapeutics, particularly targeting osteoporosis and oncology. The company markets TYMLOS, an anabolic agent aimed at treating postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. In addition to TYMLOS, Radius is advancing several clinical candidates, including abaloparatide-SC for men with osteoporosis, a transdermal patch for postmenopausal women, Elacestrant for hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, and RAD140 for metastatic breast cancer. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Radius collaborates with various organizations, including 3M Company and Ipsen Pharma, to enhance its research and development efforts. The company is committed to addressing unmet medical needs in bone health and women's health, with a long-term vision of expanding its therapeutic focus.

Theraclone Sciences

Series B in 2013
Theraclone Sciences, Inc. is a discovery-stage biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing novel therapeutic antibodies for cancer and infectious diseases. The company employs its proprietary In-Situ Therapeutic Antibody Rescue technology to rapidly identify and test human antibodies with exceptional biological functions. Theraclone's pipeline includes TCN-032, a recombinant human monoclonal antibody aimed at treating patients hospitalized with severe influenza, along with several preclinical and clinical programs targeting unmet medical needs such as triple-negative breast cancer, infectious disease-associated cancers, and multidrug-resistant bacteria. Founded in 2004 and originally known as Spaltudaq Corporation until its rebranding in 2009, Theraclone leverages the natural immune responses of human subjects to discover rare monoclonal antibodies that could lead to effective therapeutic interventions.

CoStim Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2013
CoStim Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative antibody agents for cancer treatment. Established in 2011, the company specializes in cancer immunotherapy and is dedicated to creating antibody drugs that target immunological checkpoint control, aiming to enhance the body’s immune response against cancer cells.

Aratana Therapeutics

Series C in 2013
Aratana Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing therapeutics for dogs and cats in the United States. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Leawood, Kansas, the company focuses on addressing unmet medical needs in companion animal care through high-quality medicines. Its product portfolio includes various therapeutics, such as NOCITA for post-operative pain management in dogs, ENTYCE for appetite stimulation, and GALLIPRANT for pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. Aratana is also advancing treatments for conditions like osteosarcoma in dogs and a range of therapies for cats, including a specialized formulation for pain management and treatments for feline herpes virus-induced conditions. The company has established collaboration agreements with other health organizations to enhance the development and commercialization of its products.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2012
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing peptide therapeutics for treating rare genetic disorders that cause life-threatening metabolic issues. Its lead product candidate, setmelanotide, is a potent melanocortin-4 receptor agonist designed for precision medicine to treat hyperphagia and severe obesity resulting from rare MC4R pathway diseases.

Motus Therapeutics

Series B in 2012
Motus Therapeutics is a biotechnology company located in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing peptide therapeutics to address unmet needs in metabolic diseases. The company specializes in treatments for gastrointestinal disorders, with its lead product candidate, relamorelin, acting as a ghrelin agonist. Relamorelin is specifically designed for the treatment of diabetic gastroparesis, a gastrointestinal complication associated with diabetes, as well as other gastrointestinal functional disorders. Through its innovative approach, Motus Therapeutics aims to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from these conditions.

Selexys Pharmaceuticals Corporation

Series A in 2012
Selexys Pharmaceuticals Corporation (Selexys) is a privately held company that is developing drugs to treat inflammatory and thrombotic diseases. They are targeting the underlying disease mechanism for these disorders. Their target is the adhesion of white blood cells to sites of inflammation mediated by the binding of two proteins, P-selectin and PSGL-1. The company is in preclinical development of humanized antibodies to P-selectin and PSGL-1 for the treatment of acute and chronic inflammatory and thrombotic disorders. Unregulated inflammatory processes play a major role in the harmful effects of multiple inflammatory disorders.

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, particularly targeting diabetic nephropathy. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, the company is advancing its lead candidate, VPI-2690B, a subcutaneously administered monoclonal antibody designed to address complications associated with diabetes. This drug binds to a specific molecular target within the αVβ3 receptor, aiming to mitigate the harmful effects of hyperglycemia and improve patient outcomes. Vascular Pharmaceuticals operates at the intersection of biotechnology and healthcare, committed to innovative solutions for diabetes-related complications.

Chiasma

Series D in 2012
Chiasma is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in late-stage clinical development. It focuses on transforming injectable drugs into oral medications using its proprietary Transient Permeability Enhancer technology, with a primary focus on treating rare and serious chronic diseases.

Motus Therapeutics

Series B in 2012
Motus Therapeutics is a biotechnology company located in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing peptide therapeutics to address unmet needs in metabolic diseases. The company specializes in treatments for gastrointestinal disorders, with its lead product candidate, relamorelin, acting as a ghrelin agonist. Relamorelin is specifically designed for the treatment of diabetic gastroparesis, a gastrointestinal complication associated with diabetes, as well as other gastrointestinal functional disorders. Through its innovative approach, Motus Therapeutics aims to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from these conditions.

Celladon

Venture Round in 2012
Celladon Corporation, established in 2000 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, is a biotechnology company focused on developing molecular therapies for treating heart failure. The company's primary product candidate is MYDICAR, an enzyme replacement therapy aimed at addressing the key enzyme deficiency in advanced heart failure. This therapy targets SERCA2a, an enzyme crucial for regulating calcium cycling and contractility in heart muscle cells.

Kalidex Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2012
Kalidex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. manufactures pharmaceuticals. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Menlo Park, California.

CoStim Pharmaceuticals

Seed Round in 2012
CoStim Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative antibody agents for cancer treatment. Established in 2011, the company specializes in cancer immunotherapy and is dedicated to creating antibody drugs that target immunological checkpoint control, aiming to enhance the body’s immune response against cancer cells.

Radius Health

Private Equity Round in 2011
Radius Health, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development and commercialization of endocrine therapeutics, particularly targeting osteoporosis and oncology. The company markets TYMLOS, an anabolic agent aimed at treating postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. In addition to TYMLOS, Radius is advancing several clinical candidates, including abaloparatide-SC for men with osteoporosis, a transdermal patch for postmenopausal women, Elacestrant for hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, and RAD140 for metastatic breast cancer. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Radius collaborates with various organizations, including 3M Company and Ipsen Pharma, to enhance its research and development efforts. The company is committed to addressing unmet medical needs in bone health and women's health, with a long-term vision of expanding its therapeutic focus.

Aratana Therapeutics

Series B in 2011
Aratana Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing therapeutics for dogs and cats in the United States. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Leawood, Kansas, the company focuses on addressing unmet medical needs in companion animal care through high-quality medicines. Its product portfolio includes various therapeutics, such as NOCITA for post-operative pain management in dogs, ENTYCE for appetite stimulation, and GALLIPRANT for pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. Aratana is also advancing treatments for conditions like osteosarcoma in dogs and a range of therapies for cats, including a specialized formulation for pain management and treatments for feline herpes virus-induced conditions. The company has established collaboration agreements with other health organizations to enhance the development and commercialization of its products.

Meritage Pharma

Venture Round in 2011
Meritage Pharma, Inc. is a pharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, specializing in the development of prescription products aimed at treating gastrointestinal and atopic diseases. Founded in 2008, the company focuses on innovative therapies for conditions such as eosinophilic esophagitis, an allergic inflammation of the esophagus. Its lead product candidate is an oral formulation of budesonide, a glucocorticoid steroid known for its effectiveness in managing allergic reactions and inflammation. Additionally, Meritage Pharma offers budesonide as an active pharmaceutical ingredient for various conditions, including pediatric asthma, allergic rhinitis, and Crohn’s disease, thereby addressing a range of health issues associated with allergic inflammation.

Verastem

Series C in 2011
Verastem, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative treatments aimed at improving the survival and quality of life for cancer patients. Based in Needham, Massachusetts, Verastem markets COPIKTRA (duvelisib), an oral medication indicated for adult patients with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia and follicular lymphoma after multiple prior therapies. In addition to this approved therapy, the company is advancing its pipeline with the focal adhesion kinase inhibitor defactinib, which is being studied in combination with immunotherapies for various cancers, including pancreatic and ovarian cancers, as well as non-small cell lung cancer. Verastem's research emphasizes inhibiting critical signaling pathways that promote cancer cell survival and tumor growth, particularly those associated with the RAS/MAPK pathway. The company has formed collaborative agreements with Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. and CSPC Pharmaceutical Group Limited to enhance its development efforts. Founded in 2010, Verastem continues to focus on late-stage development of its anticancer agents.

Theraclone Sciences

Venture Round in 2011
Theraclone Sciences, Inc. is a discovery-stage biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing novel therapeutic antibodies for cancer and infectious diseases. The company employs its proprietary In-Situ Therapeutic Antibody Rescue technology to rapidly identify and test human antibodies with exceptional biological functions. Theraclone's pipeline includes TCN-032, a recombinant human monoclonal antibody aimed at treating patients hospitalized with severe influenza, along with several preclinical and clinical programs targeting unmet medical needs such as triple-negative breast cancer, infectious disease-associated cancers, and multidrug-resistant bacteria. Founded in 2004 and originally known as Spaltudaq Corporation until its rebranding in 2009, Theraclone leverages the natural immune responses of human subjects to discover rare monoclonal antibodies that could lead to effective therapeutic interventions.

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. Founded in 2001 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company is known for its lead product candidate, vonapanitase, which is designed to improve hemodialysis vascular access outcomes. Vonapanitase, a recombinant human elastase, has successfully completed Phase II and Phase III clinical trials for patients suffering from chronic kidney disease and is currently being evaluated in a Phase I clinical trial for peripheral artery disease. The company aims to leverage its understanding of tissue remodeling to create effective treatments that address significant medical needs in these patient populations.

Radius Health

Series C in 2011
Radius Health, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development and commercialization of endocrine therapeutics, particularly targeting osteoporosis and oncology. The company markets TYMLOS, an anabolic agent aimed at treating postmenopausal women with osteoporosis. In addition to TYMLOS, Radius is advancing several clinical candidates, including abaloparatide-SC for men with osteoporosis, a transdermal patch for postmenopausal women, Elacestrant for hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, and RAD140 for metastatic breast cancer. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Radius collaborates with various organizations, including 3M Company and Ipsen Pharma, to enhance its research and development efforts. The company is committed to addressing unmet medical needs in bone health and women's health, with a long-term vision of expanding its therapeutic focus.

Verastem

Series B in 2011
Verastem, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative treatments aimed at improving the survival and quality of life for cancer patients. Based in Needham, Massachusetts, Verastem markets COPIKTRA (duvelisib), an oral medication indicated for adult patients with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia and follicular lymphoma after multiple prior therapies. In addition to this approved therapy, the company is advancing its pipeline with the focal adhesion kinase inhibitor defactinib, which is being studied in combination with immunotherapies for various cancers, including pancreatic and ovarian cancers, as well as non-small cell lung cancer. Verastem's research emphasizes inhibiting critical signaling pathways that promote cancer cell survival and tumor growth, particularly those associated with the RAS/MAPK pathway. The company has formed collaborative agreements with Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. and CSPC Pharmaceutical Group Limited to enhance its development efforts. Founded in 2010, Verastem continues to focus on late-stage development of its anticancer agents.

Aratana Therapeutics

Series A in 2011
Aratana Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing therapeutics for dogs and cats in the United States. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Leawood, Kansas, the company focuses on addressing unmet medical needs in companion animal care through high-quality medicines. Its product portfolio includes various therapeutics, such as NOCITA for post-operative pain management in dogs, ENTYCE for appetite stimulation, and GALLIPRANT for pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. Aratana is also advancing treatments for conditions like osteosarcoma in dogs and a range of therapies for cats, including a specialized formulation for pain management and treatments for feline herpes virus-induced conditions. The company has established collaboration agreements with other health organizations to enhance the development and commercialization of its products.

Verastem

Series A in 2010
Verastem, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing innovative treatments aimed at improving the survival and quality of life for cancer patients. Based in Needham, Massachusetts, Verastem markets COPIKTRA (duvelisib), an oral medication indicated for adult patients with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia and follicular lymphoma after multiple prior therapies. In addition to this approved therapy, the company is advancing its pipeline with the focal adhesion kinase inhibitor defactinib, which is being studied in combination with immunotherapies for various cancers, including pancreatic and ovarian cancers, as well as non-small cell lung cancer. Verastem's research emphasizes inhibiting critical signaling pathways that promote cancer cell survival and tumor growth, particularly those associated with the RAS/MAPK pathway. The company has formed collaborative agreements with Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. and CSPC Pharmaceutical Group Limited to enhance its development efforts. Founded in 2010, Verastem continues to focus on late-stage development of its anticancer agents.

Aires Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2010
Aires Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical stage pharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, specializing in the development of therapies for pulmonary disorders. Founded in 2006, the company is focused on creating innovative treatments for conditions such as pulmonary arterial hypertension, pulmonary hypertension due to heart failure, and bacterial pulmonary infections. One of its key products, Aironite, is an inhaled medication designed for both adult and pediatric patients suffering from pulmonary hypertension, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and other respiratory infections. Through its research and development efforts, Aires Pharmaceuticals aims to address unmet medical needs in the field of pulmonary health.

Motus Therapeutics

Series A in 2010
Motus Therapeutics is a biotechnology company located in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing peptide therapeutics to address unmet needs in metabolic diseases. The company specializes in treatments for gastrointestinal disorders, with its lead product candidate, relamorelin, acting as a ghrelin agonist. Relamorelin is specifically designed for the treatment of diabetic gastroparesis, a gastrointestinal complication associated with diabetes, as well as other gastrointestinal functional disorders. Through its innovative approach, Motus Therapeutics aims to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from these conditions.

NeuroTherapeutics Pharma

Series B in 2010
NeuroTherapeutics Pharma, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, develops therapeutics for patients suffering from central nervous system disorders. It focuses on epilepsy, neuropathic, and acute pain disorders of the nervous system. The company was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Theraclone Sciences

Venture Round in 2010
Theraclone Sciences, Inc. is a discovery-stage biotechnology company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing novel therapeutic antibodies for cancer and infectious diseases. The company employs its proprietary In-Situ Therapeutic Antibody Rescue technology to rapidly identify and test human antibodies with exceptional biological functions. Theraclone's pipeline includes TCN-032, a recombinant human monoclonal antibody aimed at treating patients hospitalized with severe influenza, along with several preclinical and clinical programs targeting unmet medical needs such as triple-negative breast cancer, infectious disease-associated cancers, and multidrug-resistant bacteria. Founded in 2004 and originally known as Spaltudaq Corporation until its rebranding in 2009, Theraclone leverages the natural immune responses of human subjects to discover rare monoclonal antibodies that could lead to effective therapeutic interventions.

Syndax Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2010
Syndax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of therapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead candidate, entinostat, is a class I HDAC inhibitor currently in Phase III trials for advanced hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer. Additionally, Syndax is advancing SNDX-5613, a selective inhibitor targeting the Menin-MLL binding interaction, in Phase I/II trials for acute myeloid leukemia with specific mutations. The company also explores entinostat in combination with immunotherapies such as Keytruda and Tecentriq for various cancers, including non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic breast cancer. Furthermore, Syndax is developing axatilimab, a monoclonal antibody targeting the CSF-1 receptor, currently in trials for chronic graft-versus-host disease. The company maintains collaborative relationships with several major pharmaceutical entities and research organizations to enhance its drug development efforts. Founded in 2005, Syndax Pharmaceuticals is committed to advancing innovative treatments for patients with challenging malignancies.

Motus Therapeutics

Series A in 2010
Motus Therapeutics is a biotechnology company located in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing peptide therapeutics to address unmet needs in metabolic diseases. The company specializes in treatments for gastrointestinal disorders, with its lead product candidate, relamorelin, acting as a ghrelin agonist. Relamorelin is specifically designed for the treatment of diabetic gastroparesis, a gastrointestinal complication associated with diabetes, as well as other gastrointestinal functional disorders. Through its innovative approach, Motus Therapeutics aims to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from these conditions.

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2010
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing peptide therapeutics for treating rare genetic disorders that cause life-threatening metabolic issues. Its lead product candidate, setmelanotide, is a potent melanocortin-4 receptor agonist designed for precision medicine to treat hyperphagia and severe obesity resulting from rare MC4R pathway diseases.

Alnara Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2010
Alnara Pharmaceuticals, Inc. specializes in the development of novel protein therapeutics aimed at treating metabolic diseases. The company employs an innovative strategy that emphasizes the creation of effective protein therapies capable of being delivered orally to the gastrointestinal tract, ensuring they are not absorbed into the bloodstream. This unique approach positions Alnara at the forefront of therapeutic advancements for metabolic conditions, leveraging the potential of protein-based treatments to improve patient outcomes.

Dragonfly Sciences

Venture Round in 2010
Dragonfly Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on the development of a new class of biosimilar products, specifically complex monoclonal antibodies and soluble receptors. The company utilizes advanced biological tools and precision bioanalytics to create these products, ensuring they meet stringent regulatory standards for safety and efficacy. Dragonfly Sciences aims to provide innovative therapeutic options for serious and life-threatening disorders, including cancer and autoimmune diseases, contributing to the advancement of treatment in the biotechnology sector.

Oxagen

Series C in 2009
Oxagen Limited is a biopharmaceutical company based in London, United Kingdom, focused on developing and commercializing anti-inflammatory medicines to treat asthma and other chronic allergic conditions. The company specializes in small molecule drugs that target the CRTH2 receptor, which plays a key role in initiating and maintaining allergic responses. Oxagen's pipeline includes OC000459, an oral CRTH2 antagonist designed for eosinophilic asthma and allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. Additionally, the company addresses various inflammatory diseases such as autoimmune disease, inflammatory bowel disease, psoriasis, allergy, and rheumatoid arthritis. Founded in 1996, Oxagen serves customers globally, including in the United Kingdom, Russia, CIS countries, and other international markets.

Xanodyne

Venture Round in 2009
Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. operates as an integrated specialty pharmaceutical company that offers developing and commercializing products in women’s healthcare and pain management in the United States.The company was formerly known as Xanodyne Pharmacal, Inc. and changed the name to Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in February, 2004. Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was incorporated in 2000 and is based in Newport, Kentucky.

Epizyme

Series B in 2009
Epizyme, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative epigenetic medicines for cancer and other serious diseases. Founded in 2007, the company has developed Tazemetostat, an approved treatment for metastatic or locally advanced epithelioid sarcoma, and is exploring its use in various combinations for other malignancies, including follicular lymphoma, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, and platinum-resistant solid tumors. In addition to Tazemetostat, Epizyme is advancing other drug candidates, such as pinometostat for acute myeloid leukemia and acute lymphoblastic leukemia, and inhibitors targeting PRMT5 and PRMT1 for various solid tumors and blood cancers. The company collaborates with several prominent organizations in the pharmaceutical sector to enhance its research and development efforts.

Pharmathene

Post in 2009
PharmAthene, Inc. is a biodefense company based in Annapolis, Maryland, founded in 2001. It focuses on developing medical countermeasures aimed at preventing and treating the health impacts associated with biological and chemical weapons. Among its key products under development are Valortim, an anti-anthrax monoclonal antibody designed for both prophylactic and therapeutic use, and Protexia, a recombinant form of human butyrylcholinesterase intended for treating organophosphate intoxication resulting from exposure to chemical nerve agents. PharmAthene's innovations aim to enhance safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness in the realm of biodefense, thereby contributing to national health security.

Somaxon Pharmaceuticals

Post in 2009
Somaxon Pharmaceuticals is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing proprietary prescription therapeutics for significant medical conditions with unmet needs and high levels of patient dissatisfaction. The company primarily targets diseases and disorders in the central nervous system therapeutic area. Currently, Somaxon promotes Silenor, the first and only nonscheduled prescription medication approved in the United States for the treatment of sleep maintenance insomnia. In addition to its focus on insomnia, Somaxon has been involved in developing products for other conditions, including middle ear infections, head lice, and cough and cold. The company's efforts are directed toward in-licensing, developing, and marketing both proprietary products and late-stage candidates to address various health challenges.

Portola Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2009
Portola Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative therapeutics for thrombosis, hematologic disorders, and inflammation. Founded in 2003, Portola's lead product, Andexxa, serves as an antidote for patients treated with rivaroxaban and apixaban. The company's portfolio also includes Bevyxxa, an oral Factor Xa inhibitor designed to prevent venous thromboembolism in adults with acute medical illnesses. Additionally, Portola is developing investigational therapies such as cerdulatinib, a dual inhibitor targeting spleen tyrosine kinase and Janus kinases for hematologic cancers, and various Syk inhibitors for chronic inflammatory diseases. Portola collaborates with several major pharmaceutical companies to enhance its research and development efforts. As of July 2020, Portola operates as a subsidiary of Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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. Founded in 2001 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company is known for its lead product candidate, vonapanitase, which is designed to improve hemodialysis vascular access outcomes. Vonapanitase, a recombinant human elastase, has successfully completed Phase II and Phase III clinical trials for patients suffering from chronic kidney disease and is currently being evaluated in a Phase I clinical trial for peripheral artery disease. The company aims to leverage its understanding of tissue remodeling to create effective treatments that address significant medical needs in these patient populations.
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