Omega Funds

Omega Funds is a Boston-based venture capital and private equity firm founded in 2004 that concentrates on early-stage investments in healthcare and biotech across North America and Western Europe, backing companies in life sciences, digital health, immunology, rare diseases, precision medicine, oncology, cybersecurity, and software-as-a-service.

Hugo Beekman

Principal

Saoussen Ben Halima Ph.D

Senior Associate, Investment

Bernard Davitian

Partner

Michelle Doig

Partner

Francesco Draetta

Partner

Past deals in Healthcare

Callio Therapeutics

Series A in 2025
Callio Therapeutics specializes in the development of advanced antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) for cancer treatment. Their focus is on creating multi-payload ADCs, which allow for the targeted delivery of drug combinations to tumor cells, potentially maximizing therapeutic benefits and improving patient outcomes.

Alleviant Medical

Venture Round in 2025
Alleviant Medical, Inc. is a medical device company headquartered in Austin, Texas, that specializes in developing innovative therapies for congestive heart failure. Founded in 2017, the company has created a proprietary transcatheter device that addresses the symptoms of heart failure by relieving pressure buildup in the left atrium of the heart. This minimally-invasive technology aims to improve the quality of life for patients and significantly reduce hospital admissions related to heart failure exacerbations, ultimately benefiting millions of Americans affected by this condition. Alleviant Medical is committed to transforming the treatment landscape for congestive heart failure through its advanced medical devices.

Aviceda Therapeutics

Series C in 2025
Aviceda Therapeutics is a late-stage biotechnology company developing immunomodulators using glycobiology to target innate immune cells and treat chronic inflammation. Its cell-based high-throughput screening platform enables rapid discovery of ligands for various immune cells, with applications in eye diseases, fibrosis, neurology, and oncology.

nChroma Bio

Venture Round in 2024
nChroma Bio is a biotechnology company specializing in targeted genetic medicine. It operates an integrated product engine for safe, accurate, and targeted in vivo administration, aiming to overcome limitations of current genetic medicine techniques. The company focuses on liver-targeted therapies, initially for chronic hepatitis B and D, leveraging epigenetics to enable precise and specific gene regulation. This approach allows for therapies with programmable tissue specificity, potentially offering durable and targeted cures for the liver and other organs.

Beta Bionics

Series E in 2024
Beta Bionics is a medical device company focused on diabetes care, developing and commercializing the iLet Bionic Pancreas System. The iLet uses adaptive closed-loop algorithms to automate insulin delivery and glucose management for people with insulin-requiring diabetes, with configurations that support bihormonal approaches. The company designs, manufactures, and markets the system to the diabetes community, aiming to simplify treatment and improve health outcomes by reducing the burden of daily insulin dosing and monitoring. Through its single-segment business model, Beta Bionics centers on bringing the iLet from development to commercialization.

XII Medical

Series B in 2024
XII Medical is a medical device developer focused on addressing obstructive sleep apnea through innovative technology. The company specializes in creating a minimally invasive outpatient solution that utilizes an implantable neurostimulation device. This device functions by preventing the muscles in the throat from relaxing during sleep, thereby avoiding airway blockage. By enhancing oropharyngeal airflow, XII Medical aims to provide patients with a proactive approach to managing their sleep apnea, improving their overall quality of life.

Kestra Medical Technologies

Private Equity Round in 2024
Kestra Medical Technologies develops and commercializes wearable medical devices and digital health solutions for cardiovascular care. The company provides monitoring, data collection, and therapeutic intervention to protect at-risk patients, with real-time and retrospective analysis. Its Cardiac Recovery System platform integrates monitoring, therapy, digital health tools, and patient support into a single solution, anchored by the ASSURE wearable cardioverter defibrillator designed to prevent sudden cardiac death and aid cardiac recovery. Kestra aims to transform patient outcomes in cardiovascular disease through intuitive, connected technologies.

Scorpion Therapeutics

Series C in 2024
Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Scorpion Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in precision oncology. It develops targeted small-molecule drugs to treat cancer by focusing on three areas: therapies against known oncogenes, agents for currently undruggable targets, and drugs for new targets.

Catalym

Series D in 2024
Catalym GmbH, established in Munich, Germany in 2016, is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing innovative immunotherapies for cancer patients. The company focuses on neutralizing GDF-15, a central regulator of the immune system in the tumor microenvironment, aiming to demonstrate clinical proof-of-concept across multiple solid tumor indications with its lead program CTL-002. Catalym's mission is to transform cancer patients' lives by engaging their own immune systems and improving treatment options.

BridgeBio Oncology Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2024
BridgeBio Oncology Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of precision oncology therapeutics. It focuses on targeting RAS-dependent cancers, leveraging a profound understanding of RAS signaling biology to create drugs that selectively inhibit RAS-driven PI3K activation and a wide spectrum of KRAS mutants. The company aims to provide patients with tailored treatments that address both active and inactive cancer-driving states.

Endeavor BioMedicines

Series C in 2024
Endeavor BioMedicines is a clinical-stage company based in Solana Beach, California, founded in 2018. The company is dedicated to developing innovative treatments that address the underlying causes of pulmonary fibrosis, particularly idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Endeavor BioMedicines is focused on creating a small-molecule inhibitor that has the potential to not only halt the progression of IPF but also to reverse its effects. By concentrating on these advancements, the company aims to enable healthcare professionals to provide more precise treatments for terminal conditions, ultimately improving patient outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

ARTBIO

Series A in 2023
ARTBIO is a biotechnology company developing a new class of alpha radioligand medicines for cancer treatment. It focuses on radioligand therapy, delivering alpha or beta emitters to target and destroy cancer cells.

Eyebiotech

Series A in 2023
Eyebiotech is a vision treatment company that develops products to preserve, repair, and improve eyesight. The firm guards against sight-threatening eye disorders and developed the first anti-vascular endothelial growth factor medication for patients with age-related macular degeneration, allowing those with eye ailments to regain their eyesight.

Beta Bionics

Series D in 2023
Beta Bionics is a medical device company focused on diabetes care, developing and commercializing the iLet Bionic Pancreas System. The iLet uses adaptive closed-loop algorithms to automate insulin delivery and glucose management for people with insulin-requiring diabetes, with configurations that support bihormonal approaches. The company designs, manufactures, and markets the system to the diabetes community, aiming to simplify treatment and improve health outcomes by reducing the burden of daily insulin dosing and monitoring. Through its single-segment business model, Beta Bionics centers on bringing the iLet from development to commercialization.

ARTBIO

Seed Round in 2023
ARTBIO is a biotechnology company developing a new class of alpha radioligand medicines for cancer treatment. It focuses on radioligand therapy, delivering alpha or beta emitters to target and destroy cancer cells.

Chroma Medicine

Series B in 2023
Chroma Medicine is a genomic medicine company founded in 2021 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in epigenetic editing. The company is pioneering a new class of genomic therapies aimed at revolutionizing the treatment of genetically driven diseases. By utilizing epigenetics, which is the natural mechanism for gene regulation, Chroma Medicine develops programmable epigenetic editors that target specific genes and modulate chromatin conformation. This innovative approach enables healthcare providers to achieve precise control of gene expression, offering a promising therapeutic option for conditions linked to genetic anomalies.

SoniVie

Series C in 2023
SoniVie is a medical device company focused on developing innovative solutions for the treatment of pulmonary hypertension. The company has created a minimally invasive denervation device that is designed to be inserted into the pulmonary artery through a catheterization procedure. This advanced technology selectively targets and damages the nerves associated with pulmonary hypertension, while preserving the integrity of the vessel walls and surrounding tissues. By enabling physicians to perform denervation procedures with greater precision, SoniVie aims to improve treatment options and outcomes for patients suffering from this serious condition.

NRG Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
Founded in 2018 by industry veterans in neuroscience drug discovery, NRG Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing therapeutic approaches that restore mitochondrial function. Their primary focus is slowing or halting the progression of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's through innovative drug discovery.

etherna immunotherapies

Series B in 2022
eTheRNA Immunotherapies NV is a Belgium-based biotechnology company that specializes in the development of mRNA-based immunotherapies. Founded in 2013 and located in Niel, the company focuses on harnessing the immune system's dendritic cells to create treatments for melanoma, triple-negative breast cancer, and infectious diseases. eTheRNA has developed innovative TriMix technology that enhances the immune response, enabling patients to better combat these diseases. The company aims to be a leader in nucleic acid-based medicines, collaborating with partners to facilitate the creation of new drugs and improve patient outcomes. Additionally, eTheRNA has established a strategic partnership with China Grand Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Holdings Limited to further its mission.

CDR-Life

Series A in 2022
CDR-Life is a Zurich-based biotech company that develops therapeutic antibody fragments with a focus on immuno-oncology and ophthalmology. It develops highly selective immunotherapies against cancer and autoimmune diseases, leveraging technology to create MHC-specific antibodies that target intracellular tumor antigens for targeted treatment. Its facilities are located in the Bio-Technopark Schlieren-Zurich, Switzerland.

Endeavor BioMedicines

Series B in 2022
Endeavor BioMedicines is a clinical-stage company based in Solana Beach, California, founded in 2018. The company is dedicated to developing innovative treatments that address the underlying causes of pulmonary fibrosis, particularly idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Endeavor BioMedicines is focused on creating a small-molecule inhibitor that has the potential to not only halt the progression of IPF but also to reverse its effects. By concentrating on these advancements, the company aims to enable healthcare professionals to provide more precise treatments for terminal conditions, ultimately improving patient outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

Chroma Medicine

Series A in 2021
Chroma Medicine is a genomic medicine company founded in 2021 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in epigenetic editing. The company is pioneering a new class of genomic therapies aimed at revolutionizing the treatment of genetically driven diseases. By utilizing epigenetics, which is the natural mechanism for gene regulation, Chroma Medicine develops programmable epigenetic editors that target specific genes and modulate chromatin conformation. This innovative approach enables healthcare providers to achieve precise control of gene expression, offering a promising therapeutic option for conditions linked to genetic anomalies.

Rectify Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2021
Rectify Pharmaceuticals is focused on creating disease-modifying precision therapies aimed at addressing the root causes of serious genetic diseases. The company specializes in developing positive functional modulators (PFMs) that restore the function of ABC transporters, which are critical for cellular processes. By targeting these underlying mechanisms, Rectify aims to provide innovative treatment solutions that improve the health outcomes of patients suffering from various genetic conditions. Their research and development efforts encompass multiple therapeutic areas, reflecting a commitment to advancing precision medicine in the field of genetic disorders.

CinCor Pharma

Series B in 2021
CinCor Pharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 2018. The company specializes in the development of innovative treatments for cardiovascular, metabolic, and kidney diseases. Its primary focus is on CIN-107, an aldosterone synthase inhibitor aimed at addressing resistant hypertension and primary aldosteronism. By advancing its clinical candidates toward marketing approval, CinCor seeks to provide effective solutions for patients suffering from these conditions.

Lexeo Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Lexeo Therapeutics is a fully integrated biotechnology company focused on developing adeno-associated virus (AAV)-mediated gene therapies. Its lead programs target both rare and non-rare monogenic diseases, with a preclinical pipeline that spans monogenic, hereditary, and acquired conditions across populations with unmet medical need. The company aims to advance clinical programs toward commercialization while maintaining an ongoing research collaboration with Weill Cornell Medicine’s Department of Genetic Medicine to inform and accelerate its preclinical and clinical work. By leveraging AAV-based approaches and collaborations, Lexeo Therapeutics seeks to transform treatment options for patients with genetic and complex diseases.

Artios Pharma

Series C in 2021
Artios Pharma Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, that specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments targeting DNA damage response (DDR) pathways. Founded in 2016, the company is dedicated to creating first-in-class therapies that selectively kill cancer cells by exploiting their reliance on DDR mechanisms. Artios’ product pipeline includes a range of promising candidates, such as a therapy that targets DNA polymerase theta, a protein involved in DNA repair processes, and another program focusing on a novel DDR target. The company collaborates with prominent research organizations, including Cancer Research Technology, to enhance its development efforts and leverage expertise in DNA repair. Artios is led by a skilled team with extensive experience in drug discovery, positioning it to advance its next-generation DDR programs and contribute significantly to the field of cancer treatment.

Synthekine

Series B in 2021
Synthekine Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Menlo Park, California, specializing in the development of engineered cytokine therapies and immunotherapies aimed at treating cancer and autoimmune disorders. Founded in 2018, Synthekine utilizes advanced platform technologies, including engineered partial agonists and orthogonal cell therapies, to enhance the efficacy of cytokines while minimizing their toxic side effects. The company's innovative Synthekine Platform employs surrogate agonists instead of traditional mutant cytokines to create selective immunotherapies. Its product pipeline features candidates such as STK-009, an orthogonal ligand paired with SYNCAR-001, an orthogonal receptor-modified CAR-T therapy targeting CD-19. Additionally, Synthekine is developing STK-012, partial agonists of IL-2, and other novel immunotherapies that integrate cytokine receptors to initiate new signaling pathways without relying on wild-type cytokines.

Icosavax

Series B in 2021
Icosavax develops virus-like particle (VLP) vaccines using its proprietary computational design platform. Its primary focus is creating vaccines for life-threatening respiratory diseases, with current candidates targeting respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), human metapneumovirus (hMPV), and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Founded in 2017, the company aims to discover, develop, and commercialize vaccines against infectious diseases.

Amunix

Series B in 2021
Amunix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative protein and peptide therapeutics aimed at treating cancer. The company employs several proprietary platforms, including XTEN for extending drug half-life, XPAT for analyzing protease activity in the tumor microenvironment, and ProTIA, which focuses on immuno-oncology therapeutics. Amunix's product pipeline includes prodrugs and transformative T-cell engagers designed to activate the immune system against solid tumors. The company collaborates with various academic, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical sectors, maintaining strategic partnerships with organizations such as Janssen and Biogen-Idec. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Amunix strives to deliver breakthroughs that can harness the immune system to combat cancer more effectively.

Scorpion Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Scorpion Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in precision oncology. It develops targeted small-molecule drugs to treat cancer by focusing on three areas: therapies against known oncogenes, agents for currently undruggable targets, and drugs for new targets.

Lexeo Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Lexeo Therapeutics is a fully integrated biotechnology company focused on developing adeno-associated virus (AAV)-mediated gene therapies. Its lead programs target both rare and non-rare monogenic diseases, with a preclinical pipeline that spans monogenic, hereditary, and acquired conditions across populations with unmet medical need. The company aims to advance clinical programs toward commercialization while maintaining an ongoing research collaboration with Weill Cornell Medicine’s Department of Genetic Medicine to inform and accelerate its preclinical and clinical work. By leveraging AAV-based approaches and collaborations, Lexeo Therapeutics seeks to transform treatment options for patients with genetic and complex diseases.

Endeavor BioMedicines

Series A in 2021
Endeavor BioMedicines is a clinical-stage company based in Solana Beach, California, founded in 2018. The company is dedicated to developing innovative treatments that address the underlying causes of pulmonary fibrosis, particularly idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Endeavor BioMedicines is focused on creating a small-molecule inhibitor that has the potential to not only halt the progression of IPF but also to reverse its effects. By concentrating on these advancements, the company aims to enable healthcare professionals to provide more precise treatments for terminal conditions, ultimately improving patient outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

Scorpion Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Scorpion Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company specializing in precision oncology. It develops targeted small-molecule drugs to treat cancer by focusing on three areas: therapies against known oncogenes, agents for currently undruggable targets, and drugs for new targets.

Nuvation Bio

Post in 2020
Nuvation Bio is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for oncology, focusing on patients with difficult-to-treat cancers where conventional treatments have proven ineffective.

Chord Therapeutics

Series A in 2020
Chord Therapeutics SA is a biotechnology company based in Geneva, Switzerland, founded in 2014. It focuses on developing innovative drug therapies for rare and severely disabling diseases, specifically targeting conditions such as neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders and myasthenia gravis. The company is advancing its lead drug candidate, CRD1, which has received orphan drug designation to address these critical health challenges. Chord Therapeutics is dedicated to repurposing small molecule drugs to provide effective treatments that can significantly improve the quality of life for patients suffering from these rare neurological disorders.

Kronos Bio

Private Equity Round in 2020
Kronos Bio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Mateo, California, focused on the discovery and development of innovative cancer therapeutics. Established in 2017, the company aims to address historically challenging cancer targets through precision medicine. Its primary product candidates include entospletinib, a selective inhibitor of spleen tyrosine kinase intended for acute myeloid leukemia patients, and KB-0742, an orally bioavailable inhibitor of cyclin-dependent kinase 9 for treating MYC-amplified solid tumors. Kronos Bio employs advanced technologies, such as high-throughput small-molecule microarrays and targeted protein degradation, to identify potent and selective compounds that target dysregulated transcription factors and other key drivers of oncogenic signaling.

Sana Biotechnology

Series A in 2020
Founded in 2018, Sana Biotechnology focuses on creating and delivering engineered cells as medicine for patients. The company aims to reprogram cells in the body or replace damaged ones to treat a broad range of diseases, with a pipeline including SC291, SC262, SC255, UP421, and other candidates across therapeutic areas like oncology, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and CNS.

etherna immunotherapies

Series B in 2020
eTheRNA Immunotherapies NV is a Belgium-based biotechnology company that specializes in the development of mRNA-based immunotherapies. Founded in 2013 and located in Niel, the company focuses on harnessing the immune system's dendritic cells to create treatments for melanoma, triple-negative breast cancer, and infectious diseases. eTheRNA has developed innovative TriMix technology that enhances the immune response, enabling patients to better combat these diseases. The company aims to be a leader in nucleic acid-based medicines, collaborating with partners to facilitate the creation of new drugs and improve patient outcomes. Additionally, eTheRNA has established a strategic partnership with China Grand Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Holdings Limited to further its mission.

Atea Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2020
Atea Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on discovering and developing next-generation antiviral therapeutics for severe viral diseases. The company's lead candidate, AT-527, is an antiviral agent currently undergoing phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Additionally, Atea is advancing several candidates in clinical trials, including AT-787 for hepatitis C and AT-752 for dengue, both in phase 2 trials. The company aims to provide innovative treatments for infections caused by RNA and DNA viruses, improving outcomes for patients suffering from serious viral infections. Atea Pharmaceuticals was incorporated in 2012.

FoRx Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2020
FoRx Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing cancer therapies by targeting DNA replication stress. It seeks to drug key molecular targets involved in replication stress to create targeted anticancer drugs. Founded in 2019 and based in Basel, Switzerland, the company emphasizes a novel approach by targeting DNA replication stress pathways activated in cancer cells, with the goal of delivering first-in-class therapies that address the underlying mechanisms of tumor growth.

Amunix

Series A in 2020
Amunix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative protein and peptide therapeutics aimed at treating cancer. The company employs several proprietary platforms, including XTEN for extending drug half-life, XPAT for analyzing protease activity in the tumor microenvironment, and ProTIA, which focuses on immuno-oncology therapeutics. Amunix's product pipeline includes prodrugs and transformative T-cell engagers designed to activate the immune system against solid tumors. The company collaborates with various academic, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical sectors, maintaining strategic partnerships with organizations such as Janssen and Biogen-Idec. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Amunix strives to deliver breakthroughs that can harness the immune system to combat cancer more effectively.

Spruce Biosciences

Series B in 2020
Spruce Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for rare endocrine disorders. Its pipeline includes tildacerfont for classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia in adults and children, with ongoing clinical development, and Tralesinidase Alfa in its portfolio. The company collaborates with Eli Lilly to research, develop, and commercialize compounds. Founded in 2014, Spruce Biosciences is headquartered in Daly City, California, and aims to deliver meaningful therapies for patients with rare endocrine diseases.

Anaconda Biomed

Series B in 2019
Anaconda Biomed, based in Barcelona, Spain, develops neuro-thrombectomy devices for acute ischemic stroke. Founded in 2015, the company designs and manufactures catheters and integrated thrombectomy systems, including the ANCD BRAIN, a third-generation stented aspiration thrombectomy system. Its offerings combine a delivery catheter, aspiration catheter, and a stent retriever to provide mechanical thrombectomy with thrombus extraction, aiming to remove clots and reduce stroke-related complications. The firm focuses on advancing minimally invasive solutions to treat AIS.

IFM Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2019
IFM Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing small-molecule medicines that modulate the innate immune system to treat inflammatory and autoimmune diseases and cancer. Its approach combines in-house discovery with collaborations to target novel components of innate immunity. The company operates through subsidiaries and affiliates, including IFM Due, which concentrates on antagonists of the cGAS/STING pathway for inflammation, neuroinflammation, autoimmunity, and cancer, and IFM Discovery, an incubator pursuing a portfolio of genetically validated targets as next-generation therapies for inflammation, neuroinflammation, autoimmunity, and fibrosis. By designing small molecules that precisely engage innate immune targets, IFM Therapeutics aims to improve patient immune responses and address difficult therapeutic areas.

Nuvation Bio

Series A in 2019
Nuvation Bio is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for oncology, focusing on patients with difficult-to-treat cancers where conventional treatments have proven ineffective.

Kronos Bio

Series A in 2019
Kronos Bio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Mateo, California, focused on the discovery and development of innovative cancer therapeutics. Established in 2017, the company aims to address historically challenging cancer targets through precision medicine. Its primary product candidates include entospletinib, a selective inhibitor of spleen tyrosine kinase intended for acute myeloid leukemia patients, and KB-0742, an orally bioavailable inhibitor of cyclin-dependent kinase 9 for treating MYC-amplified solid tumors. Kronos Bio employs advanced technologies, such as high-throughput small-molecule microarrays and targeted protein degradation, to identify potent and selective compounds that target dysregulated transcription factors and other key drivers of oncogenic signaling.

Prevail Therapeutics

Series B in 2019
Prevail Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in New York, specializing in the development and commercialization of gene therapies targeting neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based therapies, with its lead candidate, PR001, currently undergoing Phase I/II clinical trials for Parkinson's disease associated with GBA1 mutations and neuronopathic Gaucher disease. Additionally, Prevail is advancing PR006 for frontotemporal dementia linked to GRN mutations and PR004 for various synucleinopathies. The company's mission is to provide disease-modifying treatments for patients suffering from these challenging conditions.

Trevi Therapeutics

Series C in 2019
Trevi Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in New Haven, Connecticut, established in 2011. The company specializes in the development and commercialization of Haduvio, an oral extended-release formulation of nalbuphine. Haduvio is currently undergoing a Phase IIb/III clinical trial, known as the PRISM trial, aimed at treating chronic pruritus associated with prurigo nodularis. Additionally, Trevi is exploring the use of nalbuphine ER for other serious neurologically mediated conditions, including chronic cough in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and levodopa-induced dyskinesia in individuals with Parkinson’s disease. The treatment targets conditions that share a common pathophysiology mediated through opioid receptors in the central and peripheral nervous systems.

First Wave Bio

Venture Round in 2018
First Wave Bio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that focuses on developing gut-targeted small molecules for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other serious conditions. Established in 2015, the company aims to provide effective and safe medical solutions to address the unmet needs of IBD patients. Its primary innovation is a gut-restricted small molecule designed for oral or rectal administration, specifically targeting ulcerative colitis and enhancing accessibility and affordability of treatment options for patients suffering from this condition.

Kronos Bio

Seed Round in 2018
Kronos Bio, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in San Mateo, California, focused on the discovery and development of innovative cancer therapeutics. Established in 2017, the company aims to address historically challenging cancer targets through precision medicine. Its primary product candidates include entospletinib, a selective inhibitor of spleen tyrosine kinase intended for acute myeloid leukemia patients, and KB-0742, an orally bioavailable inhibitor of cyclin-dependent kinase 9 for treating MYC-amplified solid tumors. Kronos Bio employs advanced technologies, such as high-throughput small-molecule microarrays and targeted protein degradation, to identify potent and selective compounds that target dysregulated transcription factors and other key drivers of oncogenic signaling.

Prevail Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Prevail Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company headquartered in New York, specializing in the development and commercialization of gene therapies targeting neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based therapies, with its lead candidate, PR001, currently undergoing Phase I/II clinical trials for Parkinson's disease associated with GBA1 mutations and neuronopathic Gaucher disease. Additionally, Prevail is advancing PR006 for frontotemporal dementia linked to GRN mutations and PR004 for various synucleinopathies. The company's mission is to provide disease-modifying treatments for patients suffering from these challenging conditions.

Senti Biosciences

Series A in 2018
Senti Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on synthetic biology. It develops gene circuit platforms to engineer therapeutics, with a focus on improving precision and control in cancer treatments.

ObsEva

Post in 2017
ObsEva SA is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Geneva, Switzerland, dedicated to developing innovative therapeutics for women's reproductive health and pregnancy. Founded in 2012 by Ernest Loumaye and André Chollet, the company focuses on addressing serious conditions affecting women. Its key products in development include Linzagolix, an oral gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor antagonist aimed at treating pain from endometriosis and heavy menstrual bleeding associated with uterine fibroids. ObsEva is also working on OBE022, a once-daily oral prostaglandin F2α receptor antagonist designed for managing preterm labor between 24 and 34 weeks of gestation, and Nolasiban, an oral oxytocin receptor antagonist intended to enhance clinical pregnancy and live birth rates in women undergoing in vitro fertilization. The company operates primarily within the Swiss market while targeting global solutions for women's reproductive health needs.

Visterra

Series C in 2017
Visterra is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing precision antibody-based medicines for hard-to-treat infectious and non-infectious diseases. It uses its Hierotope platform to engineer monoclonal antibodies targeting various pathogens, including influenza A, dengue virus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy.

Kezar Life Sciences

Series B in 2017
Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, focused on the discovery and development of small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing unmet medical needs in autoimmunity and cancer. The company's lead product candidate, KZR-616, is a selective immunoproteasome inhibitor currently undergoing Phase 2 clinical trials for five autoimmune conditions, including lupus nephritis and autoimmune hemolytic anemia, as well as Phase 1b/2 trials in systemic lupus erythematosus. In addition to KZR-616, Kezar is developing KZR-261, which targets oncology and autoimmune indications. Founded in 2015, the company leverages innovative research in protein homeostasis and has established a pipeline of potential therapies to advance treatment options for patients.

Trevi Therapeutics

Series C in 2017
Trevi Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in New Haven, Connecticut, established in 2011. The company specializes in the development and commercialization of Haduvio, an oral extended-release formulation of nalbuphine. Haduvio is currently undergoing a Phase IIb/III clinical trial, known as the PRISM trial, aimed at treating chronic pruritus associated with prurigo nodularis. Additionally, Trevi is exploring the use of nalbuphine ER for other serious neurologically mediated conditions, including chronic cough in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and levodopa-induced dyskinesia in individuals with Parkinson’s disease. The treatment targets conditions that share a common pathophysiology mediated through opioid receptors in the central and peripheral nervous systems.

Anaconda Biomed

Series A in 2017
Anaconda Biomed, based in Barcelona, Spain, develops neuro-thrombectomy devices for acute ischemic stroke. Founded in 2015, the company designs and manufactures catheters and integrated thrombectomy systems, including the ANCD BRAIN, a third-generation stented aspiration thrombectomy system. Its offerings combine a delivery catheter, aspiration catheter, and a stent retriever to provide mechanical thrombectomy with thrombus extraction, aiming to remove clots and reduce stroke-related complications. The firm focuses on advancing minimally invasive solutions to treat AIS.

etherna immunotherapies

Series A in 2016
eTheRNA Immunotherapies NV is a Belgium-based biotechnology company that specializes in the development of mRNA-based immunotherapies. Founded in 2013 and located in Niel, the company focuses on harnessing the immune system's dendritic cells to create treatments for melanoma, triple-negative breast cancer, and infectious diseases. eTheRNA has developed innovative TriMix technology that enhances the immune response, enabling patients to better combat these diseases. The company aims to be a leader in nucleic acid-based medicines, collaborating with partners to facilitate the creation of new drugs and improve patient outcomes. Additionally, eTheRNA has established a strategic partnership with China Grand Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Holdings Limited to further its mission.

Kuros Biosciences

Post in 2015
Kuros Biosciences is a Swiss biopharmaceutical company founded in 2000 as a spin‑off of ETH Zürich. It develops tissue‑repair and bone‑regeneration products built on proprietary technology platforms derived from research at ETH Zürich, the University of Zürich and CalTech. The company acquired Xpand Biotechnology in 2017 to expand its MagnetOs family of bone graft substitutes, which are approved in the EU for orthopedic, spinal and dental applications and in the United States for posterolateral spinal fusion. A putty formulation is pending regulatory submission. Neuroseal, a novel dural‑sealing biomaterial, is under CE review. Kuros also pursues a pipeline of clinical‑stage products, including KUR‑111 and KUR‑113 for fracture repair and a fibrin‑PTH combination that promotes bone formation. The company collaborates with Checkmate Pharmaceuticals on the oncology candidate CYT003 and maintains a legacy portfolio of medical‑device and pharmaceutical assets.

Median Technologies

Post in 2015
Median Technologies develops medical imaging software and services for oncology clinical trials and cancer care. It offers iBiopsy, an AI-powered imaging biomarker phenotyping platform that supports translational research and biomarker identification, and iSee, an image analysis and management solution for clinical trials. The company standardizes and automates the interpretation of medical images to optimize cancer diagnosis and the assessment of treatment response, and provides imaging contract research services such as study startup, image and clinical data management, scientific consulting, independent reviews, image data processing, site support, and study close-out. Median Technologies serves drug development and patient care markets with international reach and has partnerships with industry players to expand imaging capabilities. It was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Valbonne, France.

XTuit Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2015
XTuit Pharmaceuticals, Inc., established in 2011 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapeutics targeting the disease-promoting microenvironment in fibrotic diseases and cancer. The company focuses on creating pharmaceutical preparations for diagnosing and treating oncological, tumor, and inflammatory diseases by pursuing novel approaches that target the tumor microenvironment. Its drug development pipeline and clinical biomarker platform aim to create drugs that inhibit extracellular matrix synthesis and stabilization, and silence activated stromal cells through pleiotropic mechanisms.

Kezar Life Sciences

Series A in 2015
Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, California, focused on the discovery and development of small molecule therapeutics aimed at addressing unmet medical needs in autoimmunity and cancer. The company's lead product candidate, KZR-616, is a selective immunoproteasome inhibitor currently undergoing Phase 2 clinical trials for five autoimmune conditions, including lupus nephritis and autoimmune hemolytic anemia, as well as Phase 1b/2 trials in systemic lupus erythematosus. In addition to KZR-616, Kezar is developing KZR-261, which targets oncology and autoimmune indications. Founded in 2015, the company leverages innovative research in protein homeostasis and has established a pipeline of potential therapies to advance treatment options for patients.

Jounce Therapeutics

Series B in 2015
Jounce Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage immunotherapy company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for cancer treatment. The company aims to harness the immune system to target and eliminate cancerous cells, thereby enhancing patient outcomes and quality of life. Among its key product candidates is vopratelimab, a monoclonal antibody currently undergoing Phase II clinical trials for patients with non-small cell lung cancer and urothelial cancer. Jounce is also advancing JTX-4014, an anti-PD-1 antibody for combination therapy, and JTX-1811, which is designed to deplete T regulatory cells in the tumor microenvironment. Additionally, JTX-8064 targets a specific receptor on macrophages to modulate the immune response. Founded in 2013 by experts in immunobiology and cancer biology, Jounce utilizes a proprietary Translational Science Platform to analyze the cellular and molecular characteristics of tumors, driving its commitment to developing first-in-class cancer immunotherapies.

Visterra

Series B in 2014
Visterra is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing precision antibody-based medicines for hard-to-treat infectious and non-infectious diseases. It uses its Hierotope platform to engineer monoclonal antibodies targeting various pathogens, including influenza A, dengue virus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy.

Median Technologies

Post in 2014
Median Technologies develops medical imaging software and services for oncology clinical trials and cancer care. It offers iBiopsy, an AI-powered imaging biomarker phenotyping platform that supports translational research and biomarker identification, and iSee, an image analysis and management solution for clinical trials. The company standardizes and automates the interpretation of medical images to optimize cancer diagnosis and the assessment of treatment response, and provides imaging contract research services such as study startup, image and clinical data management, scientific consulting, independent reviews, image data processing, site support, and study close-out. Median Technologies serves drug development and patient care markets with international reach and has partnerships with industry players to expand imaging capabilities. It was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Valbonne, France.

JenaValve Technology

Series C in 2014
JenaValve Technology, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems for patients with severe aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with additional locations in Munich, Germany, and Leeds, United Kingdom, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for high-risk patients who may not be suitable candidates for traditional surgical aortic valve replacement. The company's flagship product, the Trilogy™ Heart Valve System, received CE Mark approval in May 2021 and is notable for its dual-disease treatment capabilities. JenaValve's TAVR systems feature a porcine pericardial trileaflet valve mounted on a low-profile nitinol self-expanding frame, designed to engage with the native valve structures for optimal performance. The company has also received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to facilitate the review of its pivotal trial for the Trilogy Heart Valve System in the United States.

Egalet

Post in 2014
Egalet is a specialty pharmaceutical company that develops pain management products. The company is developing a pipeline of abuse-resistant opioids that are nearing pivotal testing. Egalet has pioneered one of the world’s first erosion-based delivery technologies to enable the controlled release of drugs through gradual erosion of a tablet and has optimized the abuse deterrent properties that can be applied to a broad range of opioids and non-opioids.

NeuroVision Imaging

Venture Round in 2014
NeuroVision Imaging is a neuroscience company that develops diagnostic tests and biomarkers for early detection and monitoring of amyloid pathology related to Alzheimer’s disease. It has developed a retinal imaging technology that is low-cost, non-invasive, and capable of measuring retinal autofluorescence to assess amyloid-beta plaque accumulation in the brain, enabling physicians to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease more efficiently. The company also provides data aggregation, analysis, biostatistics, and machine learning applications to large repositories of images and biomarker data to advance understanding and prediction of neurodegenerative diseases. It serves customers in the United States and internationally and was founded in 2010, with its headquarters in Sacramento, California.

Visterra

Series A in 2013
Visterra is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing precision antibody-based medicines for hard-to-treat infectious and non-infectious diseases. It uses its Hierotope platform to engineer monoclonal antibodies targeting various pathogens, including influenza A, dengue virus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy.

Dicerna Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2013
Dicerna Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company that specializes in the discovery and development of RNA interference (RNAi)-based therapeutics. The company focuses on innovative treatments for rare inherited liver diseases, viral infections, chronic liver diseases, and cardiometabolic conditions. Utilizing its proprietary GalXC RNAi technology platform, Dicerna is advancing several key product candidates, including nedosiran for primary hyperoxaluria, RG6346 for chronic hepatitis B, and programs targeting genetic liver diseases and cardiovascular conditions. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts, Dicerna has established strategic collaborations with major pharmaceutical firms to enhance its research and development efforts.

JenaValve Technology

Series C in 2013
JenaValve Technology, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems for patients with severe aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Irvine, California, with additional locations in Munich, Germany, and Leeds, United Kingdom, the company focuses on providing innovative solutions for high-risk patients who may not be suitable candidates for traditional surgical aortic valve replacement. The company's flagship product, the Trilogy™ Heart Valve System, received CE Mark approval in May 2021 and is notable for its dual-disease treatment capabilities. JenaValve's TAVR systems feature a porcine pericardial trileaflet valve mounted on a low-profile nitinol self-expanding frame, designed to engage with the native valve structures for optimal performance. The company has also received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to facilitate the review of its pivotal trial for the Trilogy Heart Valve System in the United States.

SpineVision

Venture Round in 2013
SpineVision S.A. is a spinal technology company that specializes in the design, development, and marketing of implants and instrumentation for spinal treatment. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Antony, France, the company has subsidiaries in Belgium, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States. SpineVision's product offerings include a range of systems addressing various spinal pathologies, such as lumbar degenerative disc diseases, deformities, cervical disorders, trauma, and tumors. Notable products include the Flex+ stabilization system, the X-PLUS spine system, and the LUMIS range for lumbar degenerative conditions. The company collaborates with leading neurological and orthopedic surgeons, resulting in over 20 patents that enhance its innovative capabilities. SpineVision aims to provide effective solutions that improve patient outcomes in spinal treatment.

Visterra

Series A in 2012
Visterra is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing precision antibody-based medicines for hard-to-treat infectious and non-infectious diseases. It uses its Hierotope platform to engineer monoclonal antibodies targeting various pathogens, including influenza A, dengue virus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy.

Egalet

Series B in 2012
Egalet is a specialty pharmaceutical company that develops pain management products. The company is developing a pipeline of abuse-resistant opioids that are nearing pivotal testing. Egalet has pioneered one of the world’s first erosion-based delivery technologies to enable the controlled release of drugs through gradual erosion of a tablet and has optimized the abuse deterrent properties that can be applied to a broad range of opioids and non-opioids.

HydroCision

Venture Round in 2010
HydroCision develops, manufactures, and markets fluid jet based surgical tools for minimally invasive spine surgery. Its products include the SpineJet HydroSurgery System for tissue ablation and removal, SpineJet HydroDiscectomy Systems for minimally invasive discectomy procedures, and AlloJet systems for bone allograft preparation. The company serves hospitals and physicians through sales representatives.

ImpactRx

Series E in 2010
ImpactRx, Inc. is a promotion research organization serving the pharmaceutical industry in the United States. The company specializes in tracking and evaluating the effects of pharmaceutical promotions on physicians' prescribing behaviors. Utilizing its proprietary technology, ImpactRx collects and processes data regarding physicians' perceptions and activities, enabling pharmaceutical companies to assess and predict the effectiveness of their sales and marketing initiatives. The organization offers a variety of syndicated and semi-custom products focused on brand management, market research, sales management, managed care marketing, and oncology sales and marketing. These services support pharmaceutical and biotech companies in making informed decisions. Founded in 2000, ImpactRx is headquartered in Mount Laurel, New Jersey.

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.

Elixir Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2009
Elixir Pharmaceuticals is a pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel pharmaceuticals for the treatment of metabolic diseases such as diabetes and obesity. The Company's scientific founders identified that interactions between specific genes and enzymes can slow the aging process, and they are developing compounds that stimulate these interactions and will be used to treat a range of diseases of aging, including metabolic disease.

Orqis Medical

Series D in 2007
ORQIS Medical Corporation operates as a medical device company. It develops and sells minimally invasive devices for improving cardiac performance through aortic flow therapy. It offers Cancion System, a heart failure treatment that uses continuous aortic flow augmentation technology to improve symptoms of heart failure and change the underlying course of the disease for patients hospitalized for de-compensated heart failure. The company’s products also include Exeleras System to treat chronic heart failure patients.

Achaogen

Venture Round in 2007
Achaogen, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California, that specializes in the development and commercialization of antibacterial agents targeting multi-drug resistant (MDR) gram-negative infections. The company's primary focus is on plazomicin, which is intended for treating serious bacterial infections caused by MDR enterobacteriaceae, including carbapenem-resistant strains. Additionally, Achaogen is developing C-Scape, an orally-administered combination of clavulanate and ceftibuten aimed at addressing serious infections linked to expanded spectrum beta-lactamases producing enterobacteriaceae. Achaogen has established collaborations with various organizations, including Thermo Fisher Scientific and Ionis Pharmaceuticals, to support its drug development efforts. The company was incorporated in 2002, but faced financial difficulties, leading to a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in 2019, which culminated in a liquidation plan approved in 2020. All of Achaogen's revenue has been derived from government contracts for research and development within the United States.

Neurotech

Series B in 2006
Neurotech is a biotechnology company focused on developing sight-saving therapeutics for chronic retinal diseases. Their innovative approach involves engineering an ocular implant that continuously produces therapeutic proteins, aiming to improve the quality of life for people with these conditions.

Evotec

Venture Round in 2004
Evotec is a drug discovery partnership firm that collaborates with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academic institutions, and nonprofit organizations to advance innovative therapeutic solutions. The company specializes in a range of therapeutic areas, including central nervous system disorders, diabetes, inflammation, oncology, infectious diseases, and women's health. Approximately 80% of its revenue comes from shared research and development services, which involve fee-for-service work and integrated drug discovery collaborations utilizing proprietary assets. The remaining 20% of sales derive from its Just-Evotec Biologics segment, which provides contract development and manufacturing organization services for biologics. Evotec's approach emphasizes collaboration with various stakeholders, including patient advocacy groups and venture capitalists, to enhance drug discovery and development processes.

Develogen AG

Venture Round in 2004
Develogen is a biology-driven drug discovery company that is engaged in the development of therapies for diabetes and obesity. The company was founded in 1995 and is based in Georgia, United States.

Acrux

Venture Round in 2004
Acrux Limited is a pharmaceutical company based in West Melbourne, Australia, specializing in the development and commercialization of generic and specialty topical pharmaceuticals. Founded in 1998, Acrux focuses on innovative drug delivery systems that administer medications through the skin. Its product offerings include testosterone solutions for men with low testosterone levels, as well as estradiol sprays for women experiencing menopausal flushes, marketed under the Evamist and Lenzetto brand names. Acrux is advancing a diverse product pipeline aimed at treating hormonal deficiencies, pain, central nervous system disorders, and contraceptive needs. The company has completed numerous human clinical trials with its lead product, Evamist, nearing the end of a phase 3 trial in the United States. With a global presence across Australia, the United States, Germany, and other countries, Acrux aims to provide affordable and effective pharmaceutical solutions through its robust technical and clinical expertise.

CymaBay Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2004
CymaBay Therapeutics, Inc., established in 1988 and headquartered in Newark, California, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing therapies for liver diseases and other chronic conditions with significant unmet medical needs. Its primary focus is on seladelpar (MBX-8025), a selective agonist of peroxisome proliferator activated receptor delta, currently in Phase II trials for treating primary biliary cholangitis, sclerosing cholangitis, and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis. Additionally, the company is developing MBX-2982, an orally-active G protein-coupled receptor agonist targeting gut/liver diseases, and CB-001, a preclinical-stage product candidate for treating gut/liver disease using omega-3 fatty acids. CymaBay has partnerships with Janssen Pharmaceuticals and DiaTex for developing therapies for metabolic diseases and gout, respectively.

Epigenomics

Venture Round in 2002
Epigenomics AG is a molecular diagnostics company headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializing in the development and commercialization of blood-based diagnostic tests for cancer. The company's lead product, Epi proColon, utilizes a proprietary DNA methylation biomarker, Septin9, for the early detection of colorectal cancer. Additionally, Epigenomics offers the Hepatocellular Carcinoma Blood Test for high-risk cirrhotic patients, the Epi proLung liquid biopsy test for lung cancer, and Epi BiSKit, a pre-analytical tool for preparing bisulfite-converted DNA. The company is also focused on developing new products for the screening and diagnosis of various cancers, including bladder cancer. By leveraging unique DNA methylation patterns, Epigenomics aims to identify cancer at early stages, addressing significant medical needs in major markets such as Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1998, Epigenomics is well-positioned to explore opportunities both independently and through partnerships with established diagnostics industry players.
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