OrbiMed

OrbiMed is a healthcare-focused investment firm based in New York City, established in 1989. The firm specializes in providing a range of financing solutions, including bridge loans, senior debt, and structured debt capital for both commercial-stage public and private healthcare companies. OrbiMed invests across various sectors within the healthcare industry, such as pharmaceuticals, life sciences, digital health, medical devices, biopharmaceuticals, diagnostics, healthcare technology, and biotechnology. With approximately $5 billion in assets under management, OrbiMed aims to support a spectrum of healthcare companies, from early-stage ventures to established multinational corporations.
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Managing Director

Joshua Golomb

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Carl L. Gordon

Managing Partner

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Private Equity Partner

Geoffrey Hsu

Partner

Alexandria Huynh Ph.D

Analyst

Mark R. Jelley

Partner

Kip Kitur Ph.D

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Kevin Koch

Venture Partner

Jonathan Lee

Partner

Yifu Liu

Managing Director, Asia

Jonathan Mandelbaum

Vice President, Private Equity

St John Donnie McGrath

Venture Partner

W. Carter Neild

Partner

Valerie Odegard

Venture Partner

Topher Orr

Partner

Trevor M. Polischuk

Public Equity Partner

Matthew S. Rizzo

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Public Equity Partner

Sunny Sharma

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Michael B. Sheffery

Partner and Co-Founder

Natasha Shervani

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Jonathan Silverstein

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Stephen Squinto

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Charles Steinman

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C. Scotland Stevens

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Venture Partner

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David Wang

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Conrad Wang

Principal

Iris Wang

Partner

Jonathan Wang

Senior Managing Director

Dimitrios Weedon

Managing Director

Matthew L. Wotiz

Principal

Stella Xing

Managing Director

Diyong Xu

Principal, Private Equity / Venture Capital

Henry Yang

Vice President, Asia

Nate Yee

Principal

Jessica Zhang Ph.D

Senior Associate

Daniel Zhou

Managing Director

Guowei Wang Ph.D

Senior Managing Director, Asia and Partner

Steven Wang Ph.D

Partner

Past deals in Massachussets

Q32 Bio

Post in 2024
Q32 Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for severe autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Established in 2017, the company aims to address immune system dysregulation, providing treatment options for conditions that currently have limited or inadequate therapies. Q32 Bio's pipeline includes ADX-914, a human anti-IL-7R antibody designed to re-regulate adaptive immune function, and ADX-097, which demonstrates effective distribution to affected tissues and robust efficacy. With a team of experienced scientists and industry professionals, Q32 Bio is dedicated to restoring healthy immune balance through novel biologic therapies that target critical pathways in both the innate and adaptive immune systems.

BiomX

Post in 2024
BiomX discovers and develops innovative microbiome therapeutics. The Company's mission is to develop novel therapeutics for preventing and treating diseases in which microbiome imbalances have been implicated. BiomX's microbiome modulation technologies are based on the cutting-edge innovative research of its scientific collaborators: Professor Rotem Sorek, PhD and Dr. Eran Elinav, MD, PhD both of the Weizmann Institute of Science and Professor Timothy K. Lu, MD, PhD of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

BiomX

Post in 2023
BiomX discovers and develops innovative microbiome therapeutics. The Company's mission is to develop novel therapeutics for preventing and treating diseases in which microbiome imbalances have been implicated. BiomX's microbiome modulation technologies are based on the cutting-edge innovative research of its scientific collaborators: Professor Rotem Sorek, PhD and Dr. Eran Elinav, MD, PhD both of the Weizmann Institute of Science and Professor Timothy K. Lu, MD, PhD of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Disc Medicine

Post in 2023
Disc Medicine, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2017. The company focuses on developing human genetics-based therapeutics aimed at addressing ineffective red blood cell production in hematologic diseases. Its innovative pipeline includes therapies such as bitopertin for treating erythropoietic porphyrias and Diamond-Blackfan anemia. Disc Medicine targets the hepcidin metabolism axis and aims to modify fundamental biological pathways related to red blood cell formation and function, including heme biosynthesis and iron homeostasis. Through its portfolio of clinical and preclinical product candidates, the company strives to transform the lives of patients suffering from severe hematologic disorders.

Compass Therapeutics

Post in 2022
Compass Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic antibodies for solid tumors and hematological malignancies. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its proprietary StitchMabs and common light-chain platforms to identify and develop innovative antibody therapeutics. Its lead product candidate, CTX-471, is an agonistic monoclonal antibody targeting CD137, currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials. Another significant candidate, CTX-009, is a bispecific antibody that inhibits DLL4-mediated Notch signaling and VEGF-A signaling, and has completed a Phase 1 dose escalation study. Additionally, CTX-8371, another bispecific antibody targeting PD-1 and PD-L1, is in the IND-enabling stage. Compass Therapeutics aims to engage the immune system effectively to advance its therapeutic offerings.

PIC Therapeutics

Series A in 2022
PIC Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company dedicated to innovating cancer treatment through the selective modulation of oncogene translation. Founded in 2016 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company focuses on developing therapeutics that target the "master switch" of cancer signaling pathways. By modulating the pre-initiation complex responsible for messenger RNA translation, PIC Therapeutics aims to selectively block the production of oncogene proteins. This precision-based approach has the potential to simultaneously address multiple oncogenic drivers, thereby improving patient outcomes and advancing a new generation of cancer treatments.

Disc Medicine

Venture Round in 2022
Disc Medicine, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2017. The company focuses on developing human genetics-based therapeutics aimed at addressing ineffective red blood cell production in hematologic diseases. Its innovative pipeline includes therapies such as bitopertin for treating erythropoietic porphyrias and Diamond-Blackfan anemia. Disc Medicine targets the hepcidin metabolism axis and aims to modify fundamental biological pathways related to red blood cell formation and function, including heme biosynthesis and iron homeostasis. Through its portfolio of clinical and preclinical product candidates, the company strives to transform the lives of patients suffering from severe hematologic disorders.

X4 Pharmaceuticals

Post in 2022
X4 Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing innovative therapies for primary immune deficiencies and cancer. The company's lead candidate, mavorixafor, is an oral small molecule antagonist of the chemokine receptor CXCR4, currently undergoing multiple clinical trials. It is in Phase III for the treatment of patients with warts, hypogammaglobulinemia, infections, and myelokathexis syndrome, and in Phase Ib for severe congenital neutropenia and Waldenström macroglobulinemia. Additionally, mavorixafor is being explored in Phase IIa trials for clear cell renal cell carcinoma. X4 Pharmaceuticals is also advancing X4P-002, targeting glioblastoma multiforme, and X4P-003 for primary immune deficiencies. The company has partnered with Abbisko Therapeutics Co., Ltd. to develop mavorixafor in combination with checkpoint inhibitors for oncology applications. Founded in 2014, X4 Pharmaceuticals was previously known as Arsanis, Inc. and rebranded in March 2019.

Leal Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2022
Leal Therapeutics is a Massachusetts-based company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for patients with significant central nervous system conditions. The company addresses urgent and unmet medical needs by providing precision medicines tailored to improve patient outcomes. Through its dedication to advancing therapeutic services, Leal Therapeutics aims to enhance the quality of care for individuals affected by challenging neurological disorders.

Disc Medicine

Series B in 2021
Disc Medicine, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, founded in 2017. The company focuses on developing human genetics-based therapeutics aimed at addressing ineffective red blood cell production in hematologic diseases. Its innovative pipeline includes therapies such as bitopertin for treating erythropoietic porphyrias and Diamond-Blackfan anemia. Disc Medicine targets the hepcidin metabolism axis and aims to modify fundamental biological pathways related to red blood cell formation and function, including heme biosynthesis and iron homeostasis. Through its portfolio of clinical and preclinical product candidates, the company strives to transform the lives of patients suffering from severe hematologic disorders.

XtalPi Technology

Series D in 2021
XtalPi Inc. is a pharmaceutical technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in China. Founded in 2014 by a team of quantum physicists from MIT, XtalPi focuses on transforming drug research and development through its Intelligent Digital Drug Discovery and Development (ID4) platform. This platform integrates quantum mechanics, artificial intelligence, and high-performance cloud computing to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of drug R&D processes. XtalPi's offerings include advanced tools for crystal structure prediction and determination, solid state testing, small molecule drug design, and AI model development. The company aims to accelerate drug discovery and development, thereby contributing to global health improvements. Its innovative technologies have garnered recognition within the industry and facilitated strategic partnerships with leading pharmaceutical companies.

GentiBio

Series A in 2021
GentiBio, Inc. is a biotherapeutics company focused on developing engineered regulatory T cells (EngTregs) aimed at treating autoimmune, alloimmune, autoinflammatory, and allergic diseases. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional locations in Israel and Seattle, GentiBio utilizes a proprietary platform that combines autologous and allogeneic EngTregs technologies. This innovative approach is designed to restore immune tolerance and address limitations present in current regulatory T-cell therapies. By targeting the underlying causes of diseases related to immune system dysfunction, GentiBio aims to provide effective therapeutic solutions for conditions that arise from immune system overshooting or malfunctioning. The company was co-founded by experts in Treg biology and synthetic immunology, positioning it at the forefront of this emerging field.

Biocytogen

Venture Round in 2021
Biocytogen is a biotechnology and biopharmaceutical company that specializes in developing gene-targeted animal models and providing integrated solutions for antibody drug development. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Worcester, Massachusetts, the company offers a range of services, including customized and off-the-shelf mouse models, gene-targeting services, and phenotype analysis across various fields such as metabolism, immunology, and oncology. Biocytogen's innovative platform facilitates efficient antibody drug discovery and validation through advanced gene editing technologies and a state-of-the-art animal facility. The company's core products include monoclonal antibodies YH003, targeting advanced solid tumors, and YH001, an immune checkpoint inhibitor for hepatocellular carcinoma. Biocytogen collaborates with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to accelerate research and development in the biomedical field.

Magenta Therapeutics

Post in 2021
Magenta Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies to enhance stem cell transplantation for patients with blood cancers, genetic diseases, and autoimmune disorders. The company aims to improve the safety and efficacy of stem cell transplants, which are currently high-risk procedures often considered only as a last resort. Its pipeline includes several key product candidates, such as targeted antibody-drug conjugates for transplant conditioning, a novel stem cell mobilization agent, and allogeneic stem cell therapies. Magenta is also exploring collaborations to assess the effectiveness of its therapies in combination with existing treatments, such as gene therapies for sickle cell disease. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Magenta Therapeutics seeks to expand the curative potential of stem cell therapies to a broader patient population by addressing the toxicity and long-term side effects associated with current transplant methods.

X4 Pharmaceuticals

Post in 2021
X4 Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing innovative therapies for primary immune deficiencies and cancer. The company's lead candidate, mavorixafor, is an oral small molecule antagonist of the chemokine receptor CXCR4, currently undergoing multiple clinical trials. It is in Phase III for the treatment of patients with warts, hypogammaglobulinemia, infections, and myelokathexis syndrome, and in Phase Ib for severe congenital neutropenia and Waldenström macroglobulinemia. Additionally, mavorixafor is being explored in Phase IIa trials for clear cell renal cell carcinoma. X4 Pharmaceuticals is also advancing X4P-002, targeting glioblastoma multiforme, and X4P-003 for primary immune deficiencies. The company has partnered with Abbisko Therapeutics Co., Ltd. to develop mavorixafor in combination with checkpoint inhibitors for oncology applications. Founded in 2014, X4 Pharmaceuticals was previously known as Arsanis, Inc. and rebranded in March 2019.

Scorpion Therapeutics

Series B in 2021
Scorpion Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing next-generation precision oncology technologies for cancer treatment. Founded in 2020, the company specializes in creating targeted small-molecule drugs that interact with validated cancer targets. Its research encompasses therapies aimed at known oncogenes, previously undruggable cancer targets, and novel targets. By integrating technologies across target discovery, medicinal chemistry, and translational medicine, Scorpion Therapeutics aims to advance a comprehensive pipeline of optimized compounds. The company's goal is to expand the reach of precision medicine, enabling healthcare professionals to offer innovative treatments to a broader range of cancer patients.

Ikena Oncology

Series B in 2021
Ikena Oncology is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for cancer treatment. The company specializes in biomarker-driven and precision therapies that target specific mechanisms involved in cancer growth, spread, and resistance. Its product pipeline includes several candidates such as IK-007, an EP4 receptor antagonist; IK-175, an AHR antagonist; and IK-930, an oral small-molecule inhibitor of the TEAD transcription factor in the Hippo signaling pathway. Additionally, Ikena is exploring a kynurenine-degrading enzyme with IK-412 and other discovery-stage programs targeting various oncogenic pathways. Established in 2016, Ikena Oncology aims to address unmet medical needs through a combination of chemistry, translational science, and patient-centered drug development.

Q32 Bio

Series B in 2020
Q32 Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for severe autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Established in 2017, the company aims to address immune system dysregulation, providing treatment options for conditions that currently have limited or inadequate therapies. Q32 Bio's pipeline includes ADX-914, a human anti-IL-7R antibody designed to re-regulate adaptive immune function, and ADX-097, which demonstrates effective distribution to affected tissues and robust efficacy. With a team of experienced scientists and industry professionals, Q32 Bio is dedicated to restoring healthy immune balance through novel biologic therapies that target critical pathways in both the innate and adaptive immune systems.

Novellus

Series C in 2020
Novellus is a biotechnology company working to develop engineered cellular medicines. The company uses its non-immunogenic mRNA molecules to reprogram and gene-edit cells safely, and with high efficiency. They engineer precision medicines for patient segments and select from its technology toolbox for in vivo, ex vivo, allogeneic and autologous delivery. Novellus platform enables the high-level expression of gene-editing and cell-reprogramming proteins for high-specificity gene repair and both autologous and allogeneic cell therapies. The company is advancing its lead program, a breakthrough therapy for a rare dermatologic disease, through pre-clinical studies. Novellus was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States.

Q32 Bio

Series A in 2020
Q32 Bio Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for severe autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Established in 2017, the company aims to address immune system dysregulation, providing treatment options for conditions that currently have limited or inadequate therapies. Q32 Bio's pipeline includes ADX-914, a human anti-IL-7R antibody designed to re-regulate adaptive immune function, and ADX-097, which demonstrates effective distribution to affected tissues and robust efficacy. With a team of experienced scientists and industry professionals, Q32 Bio is dedicated to restoring healthy immune balance through novel biologic therapies that target critical pathways in both the innate and adaptive immune systems.

Pandion Therapeutics

Series B in 2020
Pandion Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for patients with autoimmune diseases and inflammatory conditions. The company's lead product candidate, PT101, is an engineered variant of interleukin-2 currently undergoing Phase 1a clinical trials for moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis and systemic lupus erythematosus. In addition to PT101, Pandion's pipeline includes PT627, a systemic PD-1 agonist in preclinical studies, and PT001 and PT002, which are bifunctional molecules designed for tissue-selective immunomodulation in the gastrointestinal tract. These molecules utilize a unique approach to achieve localized treatment, potentially enhancing efficacy and safety compared to traditional therapies. Pandion also collaborates with Astellas Pharma to develop locally acting immunomodulators targeting autoimmune diseases of the pancreas. The company is headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts.

Keros Therapeutics

Series C in 2020
Keros Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing innovative treatments for patients with hematological and musculoskeletal disorders that have significant unmet medical needs. The company's lead product candidate, KER-050, targets low blood cell counts, specifically anemia and thrombocytopenia, in patients with myelodysplastic syndromes and myelofibrosis. Additionally, Keros is advancing KER-047, a small molecule therapy aimed at treating anemia caused by elevated hepcidin levels, as well as fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva. Another candidate, KER-012, is being developed for conditions related to bone loss, such as osteoporosis and osteogenesis imperfecta, and for pulmonary arterial hypertension. Founded in 2015, Keros Therapeutics is headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts.

Imara

Series B in 2019
Imara, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing and commercializing therapeutics for rare genetic disorders of hemoglobin, including sickle cell disease and beta-thalassemia. Founded in 2016, the company is advancing its lead product candidate, IMR-687, which is a highly selective small molecule inhibitor of PDE9. IMR-687 is designed as an oral, once-a-day treatment that aims to modify disease through a multimodal mechanism of action affecting various cell types, including red and white blood cells. Imara is dedicated to addressing the unmet medical needs of patients suffering from these serious hemoglobinopathies.

BiomX

Series B in 2019
BiomX discovers and develops innovative microbiome therapeutics. The Company's mission is to develop novel therapeutics for preventing and treating diseases in which microbiome imbalances have been implicated. BiomX's microbiome modulation technologies are based on the cutting-edge innovative research of its scientific collaborators: Professor Rotem Sorek, PhD and Dr. Eran Elinav, MD, PhD both of the Weizmann Institute of Science and Professor Timothy K. Lu, MD, PhD of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Compass Therapeutics

Series A in 2018
Compass Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic antibodies for solid tumors and hematological malignancies. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its proprietary StitchMabs and common light-chain platforms to identify and develop innovative antibody therapeutics. Its lead product candidate, CTX-471, is an agonistic monoclonal antibody targeting CD137, currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials. Another significant candidate, CTX-009, is a bispecific antibody that inhibits DLL4-mediated Notch signaling and VEGF-A signaling, and has completed a Phase 1 dose escalation study. Additionally, CTX-8371, another bispecific antibody targeting PD-1 and PD-L1, is in the IND-enabling stage. Compass Therapeutics aims to engage the immune system effectively to advance its therapeutic offerings.

Avedro

Series F in 2018
Avedro, Inc. is a medical device and pharmaceutical company specializing in the treatment of corneal disorders, particularly corneal ectatic conditions and refractive errors. The company has developed the Avedro Corneal Remodeling platform, which includes the KXL and Mosaic systems that utilize ultraviolet A (UVA) light, alongside a range of single-use riboflavin drug formulations. These technologies are primarily aimed at treating progressive keratoconus and corneal ectasia following refractive surgery. Avedro also focuses on advancing the science of Thermo-biomechanics, exemplified by its Keraflex procedure, a non-invasive method for corneal reshaping that preserves the cornea's biomechanical integrity. The company's products are marketed to ophthalmologists, hospitals, and ambulatory surgery centers in the United States and through international distributors. Avedro, originally established as ThermalVision, Inc. in 2002, is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, and operates as a subsidiary of Glaukos Corporation.

resTORbio

Series A in 2017
resTORbio, Inc. was a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to developing novel therapeutics for aging-related diseases. The company focused on inhibiting the target of rapamycin complex 1 (TORC1), a pathway linked to the decline in various organ functions associated with aging. Its lead drug candidate, RTB101, is an oral, selective inhibitor of TORC1, which was undergoing Phase 1b/2a clinical trials for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease and neurodegenerative conditions. Additionally, resTORbio collaborated with TrialSpark to explore RTB101's potential for treating COVID-19. Founded in 2016, the company aimed to address a range of aging-related health issues, including cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. In September 2020, resTORbio was acquired by Adicet Bio, Inc. in a reverse merger transaction.

Gemini Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Gemini Therapeutics, Inc. is a precision medicine company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, established in 2015. The company is dedicated to developing innovative therapies for patients with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and related rare genetic diseases. Gemini Therapeutics focuses on genetically defined conditions, ensuring that their therapeutic candidates are tailored to the specific molecular abnormalities found in patients with significant clinical needs. Their extensive pipeline includes a range of modalities such as monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, and gene therapies. Supported by prominent life science investors and global academic collaborations, Gemini Therapeutics aims to create potentially first-in-class therapeutics to address unmet medical needs in the field of ophthalmology.

Compass Therapeutics

Series A in 2017
Compass Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic antibodies for solid tumors and hematological malignancies. Founded in 2014 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company utilizes its proprietary StitchMabs and common light-chain platforms to identify and develop innovative antibody therapeutics. Its lead product candidate, CTX-471, is an agonistic monoclonal antibody targeting CD137, currently undergoing Phase I clinical trials. Another significant candidate, CTX-009, is a bispecific antibody that inhibits DLL4-mediated Notch signaling and VEGF-A signaling, and has completed a Phase 1 dose escalation study. Additionally, CTX-8371, another bispecific antibody targeting PD-1 and PD-L1, is in the IND-enabling stage. Compass Therapeutics aims to engage the immune system effectively to advance its therapeutic offerings.

Tisbury Pharmaceutical

Series A in 2017
Tisbury Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is engaged in the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapies for the treatment of primary open angle glaucoma. Founded in 2017 and based in Beverly, Massachusetts, the company focuses on its clinical candidate, R-801, which aims to enhance fluid flow through the trabecular meshwork by utilizing redox catalysis and K+-ATP channel activation. This innovative approach targets the drainage openings in the eye, significantly reducing intraocular pressure in patients suffering from glaucoma.

Synlogic

Series C in 2017
Synlogic, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of synthetic biotic medicines aimed at treating metabolic, inflammatory, and cancer-related diseases. The company’s lead therapeutic program, SYNB1618, is currently undergoing Phase I/IIa clinical trials for the treatment of phenylketonuria, a rare genetic metabolic disorder. Additionally, Synlogic is advancing SYNB1891, an intratumoral synthetic biotic medicine in Phase I clinical trials targeting solid tumors and lymphoma. The company employs a proprietary approach that utilizes engineered probiotics, specifically Escherichia coli Nissle 1917, to create GI-restricted oral therapies that are non-colonizing and reversible, facilitating easier administration and storage. Synlogic is also exploring treatments for other conditions, including secondary hyperoxaluria, inflammatory bowel disease, and various metabolic disorders, and has established a collaboration with Ginkgo Bioworks to further its development efforts.

BiomX

Series A in 2017
BiomX discovers and develops innovative microbiome therapeutics. The Company's mission is to develop novel therapeutics for preventing and treating diseases in which microbiome imbalances have been implicated. BiomX's microbiome modulation technologies are based on the cutting-edge innovative research of its scientific collaborators: Professor Rotem Sorek, PhD and Dr. Eran Elinav, MD, PhD both of the Weizmann Institute of Science and Professor Timothy K. Lu, MD, PhD of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Avedro

Venture Round in 2017
Avedro, Inc. is a medical device and pharmaceutical company specializing in the treatment of corneal disorders, particularly corneal ectatic conditions and refractive errors. The company has developed the Avedro Corneal Remodeling platform, which includes the KXL and Mosaic systems that utilize ultraviolet A (UVA) light, alongside a range of single-use riboflavin drug formulations. These technologies are primarily aimed at treating progressive keratoconus and corneal ectasia following refractive surgery. Avedro also focuses on advancing the science of Thermo-biomechanics, exemplified by its Keraflex procedure, a non-invasive method for corneal reshaping that preserves the cornea's biomechanical integrity. The company's products are marketed to ophthalmologists, hospitals, and ambulatory surgery centers in the United States and through international distributors. Avedro, originally established as ThermalVision, Inc. in 2002, is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, and operates as a subsidiary of Glaukos Corporation.

Arsanis

Series D in 2017
Arsanis, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in monoclonal antibody (mAb) immunotherapies for serious infectious diseases. Founded in 2010, Arsanis develops mAbs targeting various bacterial and viral pathogens, including its lead program ASN100, which is focused on preventing Staphylococcus aureus pneumonia in high-risk, mechanically ventilated patients and is currently in Phase 2 clinical trials. The company's pipeline also includes ASN500, targeting respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as well as preclinical candidates ASN300 for Klebsiella pneumoniae and ASN200 for Escherichia coli. Additionally, Arsanis operates research and preclinical development efforts in Vienna, Austria, through its subsidiary, Arsanis Biosciences GmbH. The company's advanced understanding of infection pathogenesis and mAb discovery techniques underpins its efforts to tackle significant health challenges posed by infectious diseases.

Gemini Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2016
Gemini Therapeutics, Inc. is a precision medicine company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, established in 2015. The company is dedicated to developing innovative therapies for patients with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and related rare genetic diseases. Gemini Therapeutics focuses on genetically defined conditions, ensuring that their therapeutic candidates are tailored to the specific molecular abnormalities found in patients with significant clinical needs. Their extensive pipeline includes a range of modalities such as monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, and gene therapies. Supported by prominent life science investors and global academic collaborations, Gemini Therapeutics aims to create potentially first-in-class therapeutics to address unmet medical needs in the field of ophthalmology.

Kala Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2016
Kala Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing therapies for diseases affecting mucosal tissues using its proprietary nanoparticle-based Mucus Penetrating Particles (MPP) technology. This innovative approach enhances drug distribution and pharmacokinetics by delivering biocompatible, drug-loaded particles that uniformly coat mucosal surfaces. The company's lead product candidate, KPI-121 0.25%, has successfully completed two Phase III clinical trials aimed at providing temporary relief for dry eye disease. Additionally, INVELTYS, another product, has also completed two Phase III trials for treating inflammation and pain following ocular surgery. Kala is advancing its pipeline, including KPI-285, a receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor for retinal diseases, which is currently in preclinical studies. The company aims to address significant clinical needs while exploring research collaborations to enhance its product offerings.

Synlogic

Series B in 2016
Synlogic, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development of synthetic biotic medicines aimed at treating metabolic, inflammatory, and cancer-related diseases. The company’s lead therapeutic program, SYNB1618, is currently undergoing Phase I/IIa clinical trials for the treatment of phenylketonuria, a rare genetic metabolic disorder. Additionally, Synlogic is advancing SYNB1891, an intratumoral synthetic biotic medicine in Phase I clinical trials targeting solid tumors and lymphoma. The company employs a proprietary approach that utilizes engineered probiotics, specifically Escherichia coli Nissle 1917, to create GI-restricted oral therapies that are non-colonizing and reversible, facilitating easier administration and storage. Synlogic is also exploring treatments for other conditions, including secondary hyperoxaluria, inflammatory bowel disease, and various metabolic disorders, and has established a collaboration with Ginkgo Bioworks to further its development efforts.

LogicBio Therapeutics

Series A in 2016
LogicBio Therapeutics is a genome editing company dedicated to developing innovative treatments for rare diseases, particularly those affecting pediatric patients with significant unmet medical needs. Utilizing its proprietary GeneRide technology, LogicBio aims to integrate corrective genes into patients' genomes, offering potential therapeutic benefits. The company's lead product candidate, LB-001, targets Methylmalonic Acidemia, a severe condition that manifests at birth. Additionally, LogicBio is advancing other candidates, including LB-301, which is being developed in collaboration with Takeda Pharmaceutical Company for Crigler-Najjar syndrome. The company also partners with the Children's Medical Research Institute to create new viral vectors. Founded in 2014 and based in Lexington, Massachusetts, LogicBio is focused on delivering safe and effective genetic medicine to patients suffering from previously untreatable genetic and infectious diseases.

Avedro

Series E in 2015
Avedro, Inc. is a medical device and pharmaceutical company specializing in the treatment of corneal disorders, particularly corneal ectatic conditions and refractive errors. The company has developed the Avedro Corneal Remodeling platform, which includes the KXL and Mosaic systems that utilize ultraviolet A (UVA) light, alongside a range of single-use riboflavin drug formulations. These technologies are primarily aimed at treating progressive keratoconus and corneal ectasia following refractive surgery. Avedro also focuses on advancing the science of Thermo-biomechanics, exemplified by its Keraflex procedure, a non-invasive method for corneal reshaping that preserves the cornea's biomechanical integrity. The company's products are marketed to ophthalmologists, hospitals, and ambulatory surgery centers in the United States and through international distributors. Avedro, originally established as ThermalVision, Inc. in 2002, is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, and operates as a subsidiary of Glaukos Corporation.

Selecta Biosciences

Series E in 2015
Selecta Biosciences, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, specializes in the research and development of nanoparticle immunomodulatory drugs aimed at treating and preventing human diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary ImmTOR immune tolerance platform to create targeted immunomodulatory nanoparticles that address undesired immune responses. Its lead product, SEL-212, has completed Phase II clinical trials for chronic refractory gout. Additionally, Selecta is advancing gene therapy candidates in preclinical development for rare metabolic disorders, including SEL-302 for methylmalonic acidemia and SEL-313 for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency. The company collaborates with various partners, including Spark Therapeutics and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to enhance its research and development endeavors. Founded in 2007, Selecta Biosciences is committed to innovating therapeutic solutions in the biopharmaceutical landscape.

Intellia Therapeutics

Series B in 2015
Intellia Therapeutics is a genome editing company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing innovative therapeutics using the CRISPR/Cas9 technology. The company focuses on in vivo programs targeting liver diseases such as transthyretin amyloidosis and hereditary angioedema, as well as conditions like primary hyperoxaluria Type 1, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and Hemophilia B. Additionally, Intellia's ex vivo pipeline includes engineered cell therapies aimed at treating various oncological and autoimmune diseases. The company has entered into collaborations with notable organizations, including Novartis and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, to advance its research and development efforts. Founded in 2014, Intellia Therapeutics is committed to addressing severe and life-threatening diseases through its comprehensive intellectual property platform and a broad range of clinical development programs.

Syndax Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2015
Syndax Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, focused on developing therapies for cancer treatment. The company's lead product, entinostat, is a class I HDAC inhibitor currently in Phase III clinical trials for advanced hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative breast cancer. Additionally, entinostat is being tested in combination with Keytruda and Tecentriq in Phase Ib/II trials for non-small cell lung cancer and metastatic breast cancer. Another significant candidate, SNDX-5613, is a selective inhibitor targeting the Menin-MLL interaction, undergoing Phase I/II trials for acute leukemias. The company is also developing SNDX-6352, a monoclonal antibody for chronic graft versus host disease, currently in Phase I/II trials. Syndax has established collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies and research organizations, enhancing its research and development capabilities. Founded in 2005, Syndax Pharmaceuticals aims to address critical needs in oncology through innovative therapeutic approaches.

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.

Selecta Biosciences

Private Equity Round in 2014
Selecta Biosciences, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, specializes in the research and development of nanoparticle immunomodulatory drugs aimed at treating and preventing human diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary ImmTOR immune tolerance platform to create targeted immunomodulatory nanoparticles that address undesired immune responses. Its lead product, SEL-212, has completed Phase II clinical trials for chronic refractory gout. Additionally, Selecta is advancing gene therapy candidates in preclinical development for rare metabolic disorders, including SEL-302 for methylmalonic acidemia and SEL-313 for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency. The company collaborates with various partners, including Spark Therapeutics and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to enhance its research and development endeavors. Founded in 2007, Selecta Biosciences is committed to innovating therapeutic solutions in the biopharmaceutical landscape.

SAGE Therapeutics

Series C in 2014
SAGE Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for central nervous system (CNS) disorders. The company's lead product is ZULRESSO, an intravenous formulation of brexanolone designed for treating postpartum depression. SAGE's pipeline includes several advanced candidates, such as SAGE-217, currently in Phase III trials for various depressive disorders and anxiety, and SAGE-324, which is in Phase II trials for essential tremors. Additionally, SAGE-718 is being explored for multiple conditions, including depression and Alzheimer's disease, having completed its Phase I trials. The company has established strategic collaborations with Shionogi & Co., Ltd. and Biogen Inc. to enhance the development and commercialization of its therapies. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, SAGE Therapeutics aims to address significant unmet needs in brain health through its scientific innovations and partnerships.

Arsanis

Series B in 2013
Arsanis, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in monoclonal antibody (mAb) immunotherapies for serious infectious diseases. Founded in 2010, Arsanis develops mAbs targeting various bacterial and viral pathogens, including its lead program ASN100, which is focused on preventing Staphylococcus aureus pneumonia in high-risk, mechanically ventilated patients and is currently in Phase 2 clinical trials. The company's pipeline also includes ASN500, targeting respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as well as preclinical candidates ASN300 for Klebsiella pneumoniae and ASN200 for Escherichia coli. Additionally, Arsanis operates research and preclinical development efforts in Vienna, Austria, through its subsidiary, Arsanis Biosciences GmbH. The company's advanced understanding of infection pathogenesis and mAb discovery techniques underpins its efforts to tackle significant health challenges posed by infectious diseases.

Good Start Genetics

Series B in 2012
Good Start Genetics, Inc. is a molecular diagnostics company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on genetic screening for inherited diseases. Founded in 2007, the company aims to transform reproductive medicine by providing physicians and patients with actionable insights into inherited genetic disorders. Good Start Genetics offers a range of services, including EmbryVu, a preimplantation genetic screening test designed to enhance in vitro fertilization outcomes by identifying suitable embryos for implantation. The company employs advanced next-generation DNA sequencing technology, along with other established genetic screening methods, to deliver high carrier detection rates. Additionally, through its GoodStart Select program, it provides a comprehensive menu of genetic carrier screening tests for both known and novel mutations, all supported by a commitment to customer care and genetic counseling. As of August 2017, Good Start Genetics operates as a subsidiary of Invitae Corporation.

Arteaus Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2011
Arteaus Therapeutics, LLC, a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based biotechnology development company focused on creating new therapies for migraine prevention.

Arsanis

Series A in 2011
Arsanis, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Waltham, Massachusetts, specializing in monoclonal antibody (mAb) immunotherapies for serious infectious diseases. Founded in 2010, Arsanis develops mAbs targeting various bacterial and viral pathogens, including its lead program ASN100, which is focused on preventing Staphylococcus aureus pneumonia in high-risk, mechanically ventilated patients and is currently in Phase 2 clinical trials. The company's pipeline also includes ASN500, targeting respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as well as preclinical candidates ASN300 for Klebsiella pneumoniae and ASN200 for Escherichia coli. Additionally, Arsanis operates research and preclinical development efforts in Vienna, Austria, through its subsidiary, Arsanis Biosciences GmbH. The company's advanced understanding of infection pathogenesis and mAb discovery techniques underpins its efforts to tackle significant health challenges posed by infectious diseases.

Good Start Genetics

Series A in 2010
Good Start Genetics, Inc. is a molecular diagnostics company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on genetic screening for inherited diseases. Founded in 2007, the company aims to transform reproductive medicine by providing physicians and patients with actionable insights into inherited genetic disorders. Good Start Genetics offers a range of services, including EmbryVu, a preimplantation genetic screening test designed to enhance in vitro fertilization outcomes by identifying suitable embryos for implantation. The company employs advanced next-generation DNA sequencing technology, along with other established genetic screening methods, to deliver high carrier detection rates. Additionally, through its GoodStart Select program, it provides a comprehensive menu of genetic carrier screening tests for both known and novel mutations, all supported by a commitment to customer care and genetic counseling. As of August 2017, Good Start Genetics operates as a subsidiary of Invitae Corporation.

Selecta Biosciences

Series C in 2010
Selecta Biosciences, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Watertown, Massachusetts, specializes in the research and development of nanoparticle immunomodulatory drugs aimed at treating and preventing human diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary ImmTOR immune tolerance platform to create targeted immunomodulatory nanoparticles that address undesired immune responses. Its lead product, SEL-212, has completed Phase II clinical trials for chronic refractory gout. Additionally, Selecta is advancing gene therapy candidates in preclinical development for rare metabolic disorders, including SEL-302 for methylmalonic acidemia and SEL-313 for ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency. The company collaborates with various partners, including Spark Therapeutics and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to enhance its research and development endeavors. Founded in 2007, Selecta Biosciences is committed to innovating therapeutic solutions in the biopharmaceutical landscape.

Innovative Spinal Technologies

Series C in 2008
Innovative Spinal Technologies is a spine technology company based in Mansfield, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing motion preservation and minimally invasive treatments for spinal disorders. Founded in 2002, the company offers a range of products designed to enhance surgical outcomes in spinal procedures. Its AXIENT Dynamic Fixation system is a pedicle screw-based motion system, while the PARAMOUNT product line includes several systems tailored for lumbar fusion procedures. This includes the PARAMOUNT Lumbar Fusion System, which can be used in minimally invasive, mini-open, or open surgical techniques, as well as the PARAMOUNT MIS and Open Pedicle Screw Systems, designed for single and multi-level procedures. Additionally, the PARAMOUNT VBR is engineered for a minimally invasive transforaminal approach.

Gelesis

Series B in 2008
Gelesis, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on developing innovative therapies for gastrointestinal-related chronic diseases, particularly obesity and its associated conditions. The company utilizes a mechanobiology technology platform to create its lead product, Gelesis100, an orally administered smart pill that contains hydrogel particles. This product is designed to expand in the stomach, promoting a feeling of fullness and aiding in weight management. Gelesis also offers PLENITY, an FDA-cleared product that assists individuals with weight management. In addition to these offerings, Gelesis has a pipeline of potential therapeutics targeting conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and chronic idiopathic constipation. Established in 2006, Gelesis aims to provide safe and effective solutions for patients dealing with obesity and related health issues.

Acceleron Pharma

Series C in 2007
Acceleron Pharma Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapeutics aimed at treating serious and rare diseases. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company focuses on developing novel biotherapeutics that modulate growth factors related to bone, muscle, fat, and vascular health. Its product portfolio includes luspatercept-aamt, marketed as REBLOZYL, for treating anemia in adult patients with beta-thalassemia, and candidates such as Sotatercept for pulmonary arterial hypertension. Additionally, Acceleron is advancing ACE-083, a neuromuscular treatment currently in Phase II trials for Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. The company collaborates with partners like Celgene Corporation and Fulcrum Therapeutics to develop therapies targeting specific pathways in pulmonary diseases. Founded in 2003, Acceleron Pharma continues to focus on creating innovative treatments for conditions such as cancer-related bone loss, muscle degeneration, and metabolic disorders.

Acceleron Pharma

Series B in 2006
Acceleron Pharma Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapeutics aimed at treating serious and rare diseases. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company focuses on developing novel biotherapeutics that modulate growth factors related to bone, muscle, fat, and vascular health. Its product portfolio includes luspatercept-aamt, marketed as REBLOZYL, for treating anemia in adult patients with beta-thalassemia, and candidates such as Sotatercept for pulmonary arterial hypertension. Additionally, Acceleron is advancing ACE-083, a neuromuscular treatment currently in Phase II trials for Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. The company collaborates with partners like Celgene Corporation and Fulcrum Therapeutics to develop therapies targeting specific pathways in pulmonary diseases. Founded in 2003, Acceleron Pharma continues to focus on creating innovative treatments for conditions such as cancer-related bone loss, muscle degeneration, and metabolic disorders.

Insulet

Series E in 2006
Insulet Corporation is a medical device company dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with insulin-dependent diabetes through its innovative Omnipod System. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Acton, Massachusetts, Insulet develops, manufactures, and markets an insulin delivery system that includes a tubeless, disposable insulin infusion device and a handheld personal diabetes manager. The Omnipod System is designed for ease of use, allowing for automated cannula insertion and smartphone control for dosage management. Insulet primarily sells its products through independent distributors, pharmacy channels, and directly to patients in the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East. Since receiving FDA approval in 2005, the Omnipod System has been adopted by approximately 425,000 insulin-dependent diabetics worldwide, reflecting the company's commitment to enhancing diabetes management.

NeoGenesis Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2001
NeoGenesis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a drug discovery company which uses it proprietary affinity-based screening technologies and integrated chemical library and chemistry approaches to discover and develop a portfolio of small molecule drugs, both for itself and for its collaboration partners. The company's widely applicable and unbiased affinity-based technologies, coupled with its proprietary library of diverse drug-like compounds, provide efficiency in lead discovery and optimization, NeoGenesis' core technology, the Automated Ligand Identification System (ALIS), is a rapid, affinity-based system for identifying and optimizing novel drug leads that in many cases may not have been identified with traditional screening approaches. Coupled with the company's NeoMorph compound library, ALIS enables the identification and optimization of novel and selective drug leads against validated and emerging new targets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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