New Enterprise Associates

New Enterprise Associates, Inc. is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 1977 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in India and China. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of business development, from seed funding to public offerings, with a strong emphasis on the technology and healthcare sectors. Its investment strategy encompasses a wide range of industries, including information technology, consumer internet, financial technology, software, healthcare services, life sciences, biopharmaceuticals, and energy technology. New Enterprise Associates actively engages with entrepreneurs to support the growth of their companies, making investments between $0.05 million and $20 million. The firm has a global investment focus, particularly in regions such as Asia, Brazil, and the United States.

Michael Albert

Associate

Kate Barrett

Partner, Communications

Peter Barris

Chairman

Forest Baskett

General Partner

Ron Bernal

Venture Partner

Zak Burns

Associate

James Buxton MD

Principal

Carmen Chang

Partner, Chair and Head of Asia

Tak Cheung

Partner

Philip Chopin

Managing Director, NEA UK

Pamela Clark

General Partner

Vanessa Deng

Associate

Chris Doppman

Principal, LP Relations

Tony Florence

General Partner

Jay Graf

Venture Partner

Lily Huang

Principal, Healthcare VC

Arjun Jain

Senior Associate

James Kaplan

Associate

Patrick Kerins

General Partner

Nick Kline

Principal, LP Relations

Vanessa Larco

Partner

Danielle Lay

Principal

Tiffany Le

Senior Associate

Michael Li

Principal

Tiffany Luck

Partner

Mohamad Makhzoumi

General Partner

Matthew McAviney

Partner

Amit Mukherjee

Partner

Bibhash Mukhopadhyay

Principal

Mike O'Dell

Venture Partner

Kemi Odusan

Senior Associate

Greg Papadopoulos

Venture Partner

Luke Pappas

Principal

Michele Park

Partner

Eileen Qian

Associate

Scott Sandell

Managing General Partner

Tim Schaller

CFO

Andrew Schoen

Partner

Jordan Shapiro

Senior Associate

Alex Sharata

Associate

Peter Sonsini

General Partner

George Stamas

Venture Partner

Brad Thawley

Partner, Limited Partner Relations

Lila Tretikov

Partner

Paul Walker

General Partner

Blake Wu

Partner

Lulu Xu

Principal

Rick Yang

Partner, Head of Technology

Emily Zhen

Associate

Ann Bordetsky

Partner

Arno Penzias Ph.D

Venture Partner

J.C. Lopez

Principal

Past deals in Genetics

Senti Bio

Post in 2022
Senti Biosciences is a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in synthetic biology and gene circuit engineering for therapeutic purposes. The company employs its Gene Circuits platform to develop innovative therapies that enhance precision in targeting cancer cells while avoiding damage to healthy cells. Senti Bio's approach involves the use of allogeneic chimeric antigen receptor natural killer (CAR-NK) cells that incorporate its gene circuit technologies, aimed at addressing various oncology indications. Among its product candidates are SENTI-202, a Logic Gated off-the-shelf CAR-NK cell therapy designed to selectively eliminate cancer cells without harming healthy bone marrow, and SENTI-301A, which targets hepatocellular carcinoma. Senti Biosciences aims to provide effective treatment options for difficult-to-treat diseases through advanced cell and gene therapies.

Splice Bio

Series A in 2022
Splice Bio is a biotechnology company based in Barcelona, Spain, focused on developing innovative gene therapies using its proprietary intein platform technology. Founded in 2012 and originally named Proteodesign, S.L., the company aims to address the needs of patients suffering from incurable genetic diseases. The intein platform, developed from research in the Muir Lab at Princeton University, seeks to overcome two significant limitations of traditional adeno-associated virus (AAV) therapies: it enhances the capacity for larger gene delivery and broadens the range of tissues that can be targeted for treatment.

Tune Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Tune Therapeutics is focused on developing innovative cell and gene therapies that utilize epigenetic programming to address serious diseases. By harnessing the epigenome, the company aims to create new pathways for treatment without making changes to the DNA sequence itself. This approach allows for the potential development of therapies for complex and widespread medical conditions, positioning Tune Therapeutics at the forefront of advancements in the field of epigenetics.

AviadoBio

Series A in 2021
AviadoBio is focused on developing innovative gene therapies aimed at transforming the lives of individuals affected by neurodegenerative disorders, specifically frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The company leverages advanced research from King's College London and the UK Dementia Research Institute to create its therapeutic platform. By integrating a comprehensive understanding of brain biology with proprietary gene therapy techniques, AviadoBio seeks to address the challenges of effectively delivering treatments to targeted areas in the brain. This approach aims to enhance the therapeutic potential of gene therapies, offering hope for halting or potentially reversing the progression of these debilitating diseases.

Shape Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Shape Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2018 and based in Seattle, Washington. The company specializes in RNA-editing gene therapy targeting neurodegenerative disorders, oncology, metabolic conditions, and rare genetic diseases. Its proprietary RNAfix technology enables precise editing of RNA using the body's natural cellular mechanisms, which minimizes risks associated with immunogenicity, cellular toxicity, and off-target DNA editing. Shape Therapeutics employs a comprehensive approach to RNA gene therapy, integrating innovative payload, delivery, and manufacturing platform technologies. This strategy aims to facilitate the development of effective treatments and potential cures for a wide range of diseases, with the goal of enhancing patient outcomes across the healthcare landscape.

Code Biotherapeutics

Seed Round in 2021
Code Biotherapeutics is a next-generation gene therapy company pioneering the development of targeted non-viral gene therapies to treat serious and life-threatening genetic diseases. Code Bio leverages its novel multivalent synthetic DNA delivery platform, 3DNA, which has been engineered to overcome many of the challenges inherent with viral-based gene therapies such as immunogenicity, size and delivery limitations, re-dosability, and manufacturing complexity. The company is advancing an internal pipeline focused on select rare disease programs as well as establishing partnerships to take forward programs in both rare and prevalent diseases.

Monte Rosa Therapeutics

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

Personal Genome Diagnostics

Series C in 2021
Personal Genome Diagnostics, Inc. specializes in patient-specific cancer genome analysis using advanced digital characterization and monitoring technologies. Founded in 2010 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company offers a range of products and services aimed at improving cancer diagnosis and treatment. Their METDetect Assay detects MET gene amplifications in cancer patients' circulation, providing detailed reports on tumor-specific alterations. The LungSelect product identifies actionable genetic changes in plasma from non-small cell lung cancer patients, while PGDx elio plasma resolve is a diagnostic test that detects various genetic alterations in circulating cell-free DNA. Additionally, the company offers RNAcomplete, which allows for the extraction of total RNA and genomic DNA from single tissue samples, and CancerXOME, which analyzes the coding regions of numerous genes. Personal Genome Diagnostics collaborates with institutions like Mayo Clinic and has partnerships with KingMed Diagnostics to further enhance cancer genome research and diagnostics.

Reneo Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2020
Reneo Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, that focuses on developing therapies for patients with rare genetic mitochondrial diseases. These conditions are linked to defects in energy metabolism, leading to issues such as muscle weakness and wasting. The company is developing REN001, an oral drug designed to modulate genes involved in mitochondrial function, aiming to enhance adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production, which is essential for cellular energy. By improving mitochondrial activity, Reneo seeks to enhance the daily functioning and quality of life for patients suffering from these disorders. Founded in 2014, Reneo Pharmaceuticals is committed to addressing the needs of individuals with orphan metabolic diseases.

Monte Rosa Therapeutics

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

Korro Bio

Series A in 2020
Korro Bio Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing nucleic acid-based therapeutics aimed at editing RNA to treat rare and prevalent diseases. Founded in 2018, the company has created a proprietary platform that allows for efficient and selective RNA editing, leveraging natural processes found in multicellular organisms. This innovative approach enables precise modifications to messenger RNA, allowing for targeted changes in protein structure and function across various tissues. By focusing on RNA instead of DNA, Korro Bio aims to enhance the precision and adaptability of genetic medicines, expanding their potential applications in treating a range of medical conditions.

Monte Rosa Therapeutics

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

Affinia Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Affinia Therapeutics Inc. is focused on developing gene therapies for various diseases, particularly those affecting the muscles and central nervous system. The company specializes in creating adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors, leveraging advanced techniques in synthetic and systems biology, as well as high-throughput screening and tissue and single-cell resolution. Founded in 2019 and based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Affinia aims to address significant unmet medical needs by providing rationally designed gene therapies with improved properties. The company's innovative approach seeks to offer effective treatments for devastating conditions that currently lack adequate therapeutic options.

Akouos

Series B in 2020
Akouos, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing gene therapies aimed at restoring, improving, and preserving hearing for individuals affected by various inner ear disorders. Founded in 2016, the company utilizes an innovative platform that includes a proprietary adeno-associated viral vector library and a unique delivery method. Its leading product candidate, AK-OTOF, targets hearing loss resulting from mutations in the OTOF gene. Akouos focuses on genetically-defined patient populations, addressing conditions ranging from single genetic mutations to hearing loss caused by ototoxic drugs and aging. The company has established strategic partnerships with key institutions, including Massachusetts Eye and Ear and Lonza, Inc., to advance its mission of providing precision genetic therapies for sensorineural hearing loss.

Shape Therapeutics

Series A in 2019
Shape Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company founded in 2018 and based in Seattle, Washington. The company specializes in RNA-editing gene therapy targeting neurodegenerative disorders, oncology, metabolic conditions, and rare genetic diseases. Its proprietary RNAfix technology enables precise editing of RNA using the body's natural cellular mechanisms, which minimizes risks associated with immunogenicity, cellular toxicity, and off-target DNA editing. Shape Therapeutics employs a comprehensive approach to RNA gene therapy, integrating innovative payload, delivery, and manufacturing platform technologies. This strategy aims to facilitate the development of effective treatments and potential cures for a wide range of diseases, with the goal of enhancing patient outcomes across the healthcare landscape.

Reneo Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2019
Reneo Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, that focuses on developing therapies for patients with rare genetic mitochondrial diseases. These conditions are linked to defects in energy metabolism, leading to issues such as muscle weakness and wasting. The company is developing REN001, an oral drug designed to modulate genes involved in mitochondrial function, aiming to enhance adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production, which is essential for cellular energy. By improving mitochondrial activity, Reneo seeks to enhance the daily functioning and quality of life for patients suffering from these disorders. Founded in 2014, Reneo Pharmaceuticals is committed to addressing the needs of individuals with orphan metabolic diseases.

Catalog

Seed Round in 2018
Catalog is a developer of a data conversion and storage platform used to offer the next generation of digital data archives and computation. Its platform facilitates the encoding of data and information into DNA format and makes it economically attractive to use DNA as the major medium for long-term archival of data that enables customers to store digital information in DNA molecules. It brings cutting-edge synthetic biology technologies to the world of information storage and computation. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Senti Bio

Series A in 2018
Senti Biosciences is a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in synthetic biology and gene circuit engineering for therapeutic purposes. The company employs its Gene Circuits platform to develop innovative therapies that enhance precision in targeting cancer cells while avoiding damage to healthy cells. Senti Bio's approach involves the use of allogeneic chimeric antigen receptor natural killer (CAR-NK) cells that incorporate its gene circuit technologies, aimed at addressing various oncology indications. Among its product candidates are SENTI-202, a Logic Gated off-the-shelf CAR-NK cell therapy designed to selectively eliminate cancer cells without harming healthy bone marrow, and SENTI-301A, which targets hepatocellular carcinoma. Senti Biosciences aims to provide effective treatment options for difficult-to-treat diseases through advanced cell and gene therapies.

Personal Genome Diagnostics

Series B in 2018
Personal Genome Diagnostics, Inc. specializes in patient-specific cancer genome analysis using advanced digital characterization and monitoring technologies. Founded in 2010 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company offers a range of products and services aimed at improving cancer diagnosis and treatment. Their METDetect Assay detects MET gene amplifications in cancer patients' circulation, providing detailed reports on tumor-specific alterations. The LungSelect product identifies actionable genetic changes in plasma from non-small cell lung cancer patients, while PGDx elio plasma resolve is a diagnostic test that detects various genetic alterations in circulating cell-free DNA. Additionally, the company offers RNAcomplete, which allows for the extraction of total RNA and genomic DNA from single tissue samples, and CancerXOME, which analyzes the coding regions of numerous genes. Personal Genome Diagnostics collaborates with institutions like Mayo Clinic and has partnerships with KingMed Diagnostics to further enhance cancer genome research and diagnostics.

Korro Bio

Seed Round in 2018
Korro Bio Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing nucleic acid-based therapeutics aimed at editing RNA to treat rare and prevalent diseases. Founded in 2018, the company has created a proprietary platform that allows for efficient and selective RNA editing, leveraging natural processes found in multicellular organisms. This innovative approach enables precise modifications to messenger RNA, allowing for targeted changes in protein structure and function across various tissues. By focusing on RNA instead of DNA, Korro Bio aims to enhance the precision and adaptability of genetic medicines, expanding their potential applications in treating a range of medical conditions.

Akouos

Seed Round in 2017
Akouos, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing gene therapies aimed at restoring, improving, and preserving hearing for individuals affected by various inner ear disorders. Founded in 2016, the company utilizes an innovative platform that includes a proprietary adeno-associated viral vector library and a unique delivery method. Its leading product candidate, AK-OTOF, targets hearing loss resulting from mutations in the OTOF gene. Akouos focuses on genetically-defined patient populations, addressing conditions ranging from single genetic mutations to hearing loss caused by ototoxic drugs and aging. The company has established strategic partnerships with key institutions, including Massachusetts Eye and Ear and Lonza, Inc., to advance its mission of providing precision genetic therapies for sensorineural hearing loss.

Cydan

Venture Round in 2017
Cydan is an orphan drug accelerator focused on developing therapies for patients with rare genetic diseases. The organization identifies and mitigates the risks associated with compounds that have therapeutic and commercial potential. Through a rigorous process, Cydan generates data to support the development of new therapies and the formation of new companies. Their experienced team leverages strong relationships with academia and patient advocacy groups, along with deep expertise in drug development and a proven track record of successful product commercialization. By guiding therapies through clinical, regulatory, and commercial development, Cydan aims to improve the lives of patients and families affected by rare diseases.

Catalog

Seed Round in 2017
Catalog is a developer of a data conversion and storage platform used to offer the next generation of digital data archives and computation. Its platform facilitates the encoding of data and information into DNA format and makes it economically attractive to use DNA as the major medium for long-term archival of data that enables customers to store digital information in DNA molecules. It brings cutting-edge synthetic biology technologies to the world of information storage and computation. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Nightstar Therapeutics

Series C in 2017
NightstaRx Ltd. is a U.K. startup company. Gene therapy is the use of a gene to treat disease. The approach could enable treatments for a several rare conditions caused by mutations in a single gene.

Vtesse

Series A in 2016
Vtesse, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, focused on developing treatments for patients with rare diseases. The company is conducting clinical studies for VTS-270, aimed at treating Niemann-Pick disease type C (NPC), and is also engaged in pre-clinical discovery and development of additional therapies for NPC and other lysosomal storage diseases. Vtesse originated as the first spin-out from Cydan Development, an orphan-drug accelerator that identifies promising therapeutic programs. The company collaborates with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to advance its clinical studies and is supported by a consortium of experienced investors. Vtesse's management team has a strong background, having participated in the development of over 20 approved drugs and vaccines, which underscores its commitment to addressing the needs of underserved patient populations.

Nightstar Therapeutics

Series B in 2015
NightstaRx Ltd. is a U.K. startup company. Gene therapy is the use of a gene to treat disease. The approach could enable treatments for a several rare conditions caused by mutations in a single gene.

Personal Genome Diagnostics

Series A in 2015
Personal Genome Diagnostics, Inc. specializes in patient-specific cancer genome analysis using advanced digital characterization and monitoring technologies. Founded in 2010 and based in Baltimore, Maryland, the company offers a range of products and services aimed at improving cancer diagnosis and treatment. Their METDetect Assay detects MET gene amplifications in cancer patients' circulation, providing detailed reports on tumor-specific alterations. The LungSelect product identifies actionable genetic changes in plasma from non-small cell lung cancer patients, while PGDx elio plasma resolve is a diagnostic test that detects various genetic alterations in circulating cell-free DNA. Additionally, the company offers RNAcomplete, which allows for the extraction of total RNA and genomic DNA from single tissue samples, and CancerXOME, which analyzes the coding regions of numerous genes. Personal Genome Diagnostics collaborates with institutions like Mayo Clinic and has partnerships with KingMed Diagnostics to further enhance cancer genome research and diagnostics.

23andMe

Series E in 2015
23andMe, Inc. is a consumer genetics company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2006. It offers DNA analysis services through home-based saliva collection kits, enabling consumers to explore their genetic ancestry, traits, and health predispositions. The company provides various services, including Health + Ancestry, which delivers insights into ancestry and genetic health risks, and Ancestry + Traits, which offers an ancestry breakdown along with reports on over 30 traits. Additionally, 23andMe markets its data to researchers and scientists, providing them with categorized and searchable genetic information. The firm aims to enhance understanding of the human genome and its implications for health and ancestry. Through its consumer and research services, 23andMe seeks to make genetic information accessible and meaningful to individuals and professionals alike.

Therachon

Series A in 2015
Therachon is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing treatments for rare genetic diseases that currently lack available therapies. Based in Basel, Switzerland, with research facilities in Nice, France, Therachon focuses on creating innovative therapeutics for conditions such as achondroplasia, the most prevalent form of short-limbed dwarfism, through its lead candidate, TA-46. The company also addresses other rare gastrointestinal and musculoskeletal disorders, aiming to provide effective solutions for severe medical conditions like short bowel syndrome.

Proteostasis Therapeutics

Series B in 2015
Proteostasis Therapeutics is discovering and developing novel small molecule therapeutics designed to control the body's protein homeostasis, or Proteostasis Network. The Proteostasis Network maintains the body's natural balance of proteins to protect us from numerous diseases. These novel therapies, or Proteostasis Regulators, are designed to treat multiple genetic and degenerative disorders associated with deficiencies of the Proteostasis Network, such as emphysema, type II diabetes, Alzheimer's Disease and Huntington's Disease.

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.

CRISPR Therapeutics

Series B in 2015
CRISPR Therapeutics is focused on the development of transformative medicines using its proprietary CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing platform. CRISPR/Cas9 is a revolutionary technology that allows for precise, directed changes to genomic DNA. They have licensed the foundational CRISPR/Cas9 patent estate for human therapeutic use from their scientific founder, Dr. Emmanuelle Charpentier, who co-invented the application of CRISPR/Cas9 for gene editing. CRISPR Therapeutics’ vision is to cure serious human diseases at the molecular level using CRISPR-Cas9. The company is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland and has operations in London, UK.

CRISPR Therapeutics

Series A in 2015
CRISPR Therapeutics is focused on the development of transformative medicines using its proprietary CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing platform. CRISPR/Cas9 is a revolutionary technology that allows for precise, directed changes to genomic DNA. They have licensed the foundational CRISPR/Cas9 patent estate for human therapeutic use from their scientific founder, Dr. Emmanuelle Charpentier, who co-invented the application of CRISPR/Cas9 for gene editing. CRISPR Therapeutics’ vision is to cure serious human diseases at the molecular level using CRISPR-Cas9. The company is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland and has operations in London, UK.

Vtesse

Series A in 2015
Vtesse, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, focused on developing treatments for patients with rare diseases. The company is conducting clinical studies for VTS-270, aimed at treating Niemann-Pick disease type C (NPC), and is also engaged in pre-clinical discovery and development of additional therapies for NPC and other lysosomal storage diseases. Vtesse originated as the first spin-out from Cydan Development, an orphan-drug accelerator that identifies promising therapeutic programs. The company collaborates with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to advance its clinical studies and is supported by a consortium of experienced investors. Vtesse's management team has a strong background, having participated in the development of over 20 approved drugs and vaccines, which underscores its commitment to addressing the needs of underserved patient populations.

Interleukin Genetics

Post in 2014
Interleukin Genetics, Inc. is a genetics-focused personalized health company that develops genetic tests for sale to the emerging personalized health market. Their vision is to build a leading personalized health and wellness company. They believe that the science of applied genetics can empower individuals to personalize their health and provide valuable information to assist in drug development. They currently have two primary focus areas to their business. The first is personalized health, which is primarily focused on providing genetic test products to customers. These products are distributed via sales partners and their own sales channels, with the goal of providing guidance for the individual interested in improving their health and wellness. The second is a research and development effort focused on developing genetic tests linked to a partner’s products for marketing and sales into medical and dental channels. Both areas contribute toward their overall mission of providing products that can help individuals improve and maintain their health through preventive measures.

Loxo Oncology

Series B in 2014
Loxo Oncology, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing targeted therapies for patients with genetically defined cancers in the United States. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the company is dedicated to rapidly advancing cancer treatments that demonstrate significant clinical potential. Its lead product candidate, larotrectinib, is an oral selective inhibitor of tropomyosin receptor kinase (TRK) currently undergoing various clinical trials for multiple tumor types, including lung, head and neck, melanoma, colorectal, sarcoma, and breast cancers. In addition to larotrectinib, Loxo Oncology is advancing preclinical programs, including LOXO-195, a candidate addressing resistance mechanisms, as well as inhibitors targeting RET fusion proteins and FGFR isoforms. The company collaborates with several partners, including Array BioPharma and Illumina, to enhance its drug discovery and development processes. Loxo Oncology aims to leverage insights from diagnostic advancements to identify actionable targets and develop innovative treatments tailored to patients with specific genetic vulnerabilities.

Cydan

Venture Round in 2013
Cydan is an orphan drug accelerator focused on developing therapies for patients with rare genetic diseases. The organization identifies and mitigates the risks associated with compounds that have therapeutic and commercial potential. Through a rigorous process, Cydan generates data to support the development of new therapies and the formation of new companies. Their experienced team leverages strong relationships with academia and patient advocacy groups, along with deep expertise in drug development and a proven track record of successful product commercialization. By guiding therapies through clinical, regulatory, and commercial development, Cydan aims to improve the lives of patients and families affected by rare diseases.

Edimer Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2013
Edimer Pharmaceuticals focuses on developing EDI200 as a treatment for X-linked Hypohydrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia (XLHED), a rare genetic disorder characterized by symptoms such as insufficient sweat glands, impaired temperature regulation, respiratory difficulties, and abnormal hair and tooth development. The company aims to enhance the health and quality of life for individuals affected by this orphan disease. Edimer is supported by a team of experienced biotechnology professionals and a network of esteemed clinical and scientific advisors, all committed to advancing drug development for XLHED. Through its innovative approach, Edimer seeks to provide significant and lasting improvements in the management of this condition for future generations.

23andMe

Series D in 2012
23andMe, Inc. is a consumer genetics company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2006. It offers DNA analysis services through home-based saliva collection kits, enabling consumers to explore their genetic ancestry, traits, and health predispositions. The company provides various services, including Health + Ancestry, which delivers insights into ancestry and genetic health risks, and Ancestry + Traits, which offers an ancestry breakdown along with reports on over 30 traits. Additionally, 23andMe markets its data to researchers and scientists, providing them with categorized and searchable genetic information. The firm aims to enhance understanding of the human genome and its implications for health and ancestry. Through its consumer and research services, 23andMe seeks to make genetic information accessible and meaningful to individuals and professionals alike.

Prosensa

Venture Round in 2012
Prosensa is a biotech company also known as Ribpharm Inc dedicated to the commercialization of products for the healthcare market based on RNA-based therapeutics. During the development of this technology, it became clear that many opportunities exist for the development of these products into novel commercially attractive products. These products are mainly in the field of genetic disorders, anti-infectives and oncology. Prosensa will focus to maximize the commercial development of the current program, and take advantage of the large novel market opportunities supported by a strong IP position. Prosensa will initially operate mainly as a focussed company, outsourcing most of its activities to specialized organizations.

23andMe

Series C in 2010
23andMe, Inc. is a consumer genetics company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2006. It offers DNA analysis services through home-based saliva collection kits, enabling consumers to explore their genetic ancestry, traits, and health predispositions. The company provides various services, including Health + Ancestry, which delivers insights into ancestry and genetic health risks, and Ancestry + Traits, which offers an ancestry breakdown along with reports on over 30 traits. Additionally, 23andMe markets its data to researchers and scientists, providing them with categorized and searchable genetic information. The firm aims to enhance understanding of the human genome and its implications for health and ancestry. Through its consumer and research services, 23andMe seeks to make genetic information accessible and meaningful to individuals and professionals alike.

Zyngenia

Series A in 2010
Founded in 2008, Zyngenia, Inc. is a privately held biotherapeutics company focused on the development of the next-generation of antibody-derived drugs. The company uses proprietary technology to enable the development of singular molecular entities that address two or more targets, by combining the activity of two or more biologic therapies into one protein (known as a Zybodyâ„¢). In addition, the technology will also be applied to drug targets that previously have not been reachable through the use of traditional, single specificity, monoclonal antibodies.

23andMe

Series B in 2009
23andMe, Inc. is a consumer genetics company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2006. It offers DNA analysis services through home-based saliva collection kits, enabling consumers to explore their genetic ancestry, traits, and health predispositions. The company provides various services, including Health + Ancestry, which delivers insights into ancestry and genetic health risks, and Ancestry + Traits, which offers an ancestry breakdown along with reports on over 30 traits. Additionally, 23andMe markets its data to researchers and scientists, providing them with categorized and searchable genetic information. The firm aims to enhance understanding of the human genome and its implications for health and ancestry. Through its consumer and research services, 23andMe seeks to make genetic information accessible and meaningful to individuals and professionals alike.

Sunesis Pharmaceuticals

Post in 2009
Sunesis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing targeted inhibitors for treating various cancers, both hematologic and solid. Its lead candidate, vecabrutinib, is a non-covalent Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor currently undergoing Phase 1b/2 clinical trials for chronic lymphocytic leukemia, mantle cell lymphoma, and other B-cell malignancies. The company is also advancing SNS-510, which is in preclinical studies for solid tumors and hematologic malignancies. Additionally, Sunesis is involved in partnered programs, including TAK-580, a pan-Raf inhibitor in Phase 1 trials for pediatric low-grade glioma, and vosaroxin, an anti-cancer agent that affects DNA and inhibits topoisomerase II. Collaborative efforts with Biogen Idec and Takeda Pharmaceutical focus on developing small molecule BTK inhibitors and preclinical PDK1 inhibitors, respectively. Founded in 1998, Sunesis Pharmaceuticals is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.

Proteostasis Therapeutics

Series A in 2008
Proteostasis Therapeutics is discovering and developing novel small molecule therapeutics designed to control the body's protein homeostasis, or Proteostasis Network. The Proteostasis Network maintains the body's natural balance of proteins to protect us from numerous diseases. These novel therapies, or Proteostasis Regulators, are designed to treat multiple genetic and degenerative disorders associated with deficiencies of the Proteostasis Network, such as emphysema, type II diabetes, Alzheimer's Disease and Huntington's Disease.

23andMe

Series A in 2007
23andMe, Inc. is a consumer genetics company based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2006. It offers DNA analysis services through home-based saliva collection kits, enabling consumers to explore their genetic ancestry, traits, and health predispositions. The company provides various services, including Health + Ancestry, which delivers insights into ancestry and genetic health risks, and Ancestry + Traits, which offers an ancestry breakdown along with reports on over 30 traits. Additionally, 23andMe markets its data to researchers and scientists, providing them with categorized and searchable genetic information. The firm aims to enhance understanding of the human genome and its implications for health and ancestry. Through its consumer and research services, 23andMe seeks to make genetic information accessible and meaningful to individuals and professionals alike.

Genetic Immunity

Venture Round in 1991
Genetic Immunity is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in the United States and Hungary, specializing in the development of immunotherapeutic biologics aimed at treating chronic viral infections, cancer, and allergies. The company’s Immune Therapies are designed to enhance specific immune responses, offering potential modifications or control over currently incurable diseases. Their proprietary technology includes a plasmid DNA-based antigen, a nanomedicine formulation, and a topical administration device that efficiently targets antigens to dendritic cells. Notably, Genetic Immunity’s lead product candidate, DermaVir, is a therapeutic HIV vaccine that aims to boost immune responses to eliminate HIV-infected cells, showing promise in clinical trials with an excellent safety profile. In addition to DermaVir, the company has a diverse pipeline, including candidates like ChlamyDerm for Chlamydia and DermAll for allergy treatment, both of which have demonstrated efficacy in preclinical studies. Genetic Immunity is a wholly owned subsidiary of Power of the Dream Ventures, Inc.

Life Technologies

Venture Round in 1983
Life Technologies Corporation operates as a biotechnology tools company. The company's systems, consumables and services enable researchers to accelerate scientific exploration, to discoveries and developments. Life Technologies was created by the combination of [Invitrogen Corporation](/organization/invitrogen) and [Applied Biosystems, Inc.](/organization/applied-biosystems) in November of 2008, and Life Technologies continues to serve its customers under those two well-known brands. Invitrogen is the premier provider of reagents and consumables that are usable across multiple platforms, while Applied Biosystems remains the top provider of systems-based, end-to-end solutions in areas such as PCR, genetic sequencing, and mass spectrometry. The company delivers a range of products and services, including systems, instruments, reagents, and custom services. Its portfolio of products includes technologies for capillary electrophoresis based sequencing, sequencing, mass spectrometry, sample preparation, cell culture, RNA interference analysis, functional genomics research, proteomics and cell biology applications, as well as clinical diagnostic applications and water testing analysis.
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