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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Mona Ashiya

Private Equity Partner

Sven Borho

Partner

Evan Caplan

Principal

Sumona Chakraborty

Director

Erez Chimovits

Managing Director

Iain Dukes

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Lars Enstrom

Managing Director

Joshua Golomb

Partner, Public Equity

Carl L. Gordon

Managing Partner

Rishi Gupta

Private Equity Partner

Geoffrey Hsu

Partner

Alexandria Huynh Ph.D

Analyst

Mark R. Jelley

Partner

Kip Kitur Ph.D

Vice President, Private Equity

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

General Partner

William Sawyer

Public Equity Partner

Sunny Sharma

Senior Managing Director

Michael B. Sheffery

Partner and Co-Founder

Natasha Shervani

Vice President

Jonathan Silverstein

Co-Head of Private Equity and Managing Partner

Stephen Squinto

Venture Partner

Charles Steinman

Analyst

C. Scotland Stevens

Public Equity Partner

Jim Sullivan

Venture Partner

Klaus Veitinger

Venture Partner

Clive Wang

Associate

David Wang

Partner and Senior Managing Director, Asia

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 Health Care

Aadi Bioscience

Post in 2025
Aadi Bioscience, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Pacific Palisades, California, focused on developing precision therapies for genetically-defined cancers. The company specializes in mTOR inhibitors, particularly ABI-009, aimed at treating patients with alterations in the TSC1 or TSC2 genes, where existing mTOR inhibitors have limitations in pharmacology, drug delivery, or safety. Aadi's primary focus is on providing transformational therapies for patients with ultra-rare cancers, such as perivascular epithelioid cell tumors (PEComa). Since its founding in 2011, Aadi Bioscience has aimed to address significant unmet medical needs in oncology and related therapeutic areas.

Aadi Bioscience

Post in 2024
Aadi Bioscience, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Pacific Palisades, California, focused on developing precision therapies for genetically-defined cancers. The company specializes in mTOR inhibitors, particularly ABI-009, aimed at treating patients with alterations in the TSC1 or TSC2 genes, where existing mTOR inhibitors have limitations in pharmacology, drug delivery, or safety. Aadi's primary focus is on providing transformational therapies for patients with ultra-rare cancers, such as perivascular epithelioid cell tumors (PEComa). Since its founding in 2011, Aadi Bioscience has aimed to address significant unmet medical needs in oncology and related therapeutic areas.

Corvus Pharmaceuticals

Post in 2024
Corvus Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Burlingame, California, dedicated to developing innovative immuno-oncology therapies. The company’s lead product candidate, Ciforadenant (CPI-444), is an oral small molecule antagonist of the A2A receptor and is currently undergoing Phase Ib/2 clinical trials. Additionally, Corvus is advancing CPI-006, an anti-CD73 monoclonal antibody, which is in Phase I/Ib trials aimed at inhibiting adenosine production and stimulating immune responses, as well as investigating its potential for treating COVID-19. Another candidate, CPI-818, is a small molecule that selectively inhibits interleukin-2-inducible T-cell kinase and is also in Phase I/Ib trials. Corvus Pharmaceuticals collaborates strategically with Angel Pharmaceuticals to enhance its pipeline of targeted investigational medicines. Founded in 2014, the company is focused on addressing significant unmet medical needs in cancer treatment and related diseases.

Nkarta Therapeutics

Post in 2024
Nkarta Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing engineered natural killer (NK) cells for the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases. The company aims to enhance the efficacy of cell therapy by leveraging the inherent ability of NK cells to identify and eliminate abnormal cells without the need for genetic alteration. This approach allows for a broader application across various hematologic and solid tumor malignancies while potentially minimizing side effects associated with traditional T-cell therapies. Nkarta combines its NK expansion platform technology with proprietary cell engineering methods to produce a substantial supply of NK cells, enhancing their ability to recognize therapeutic targets and improving their persistence in the body for sustained activity. Through this innovative strategy, Nkarta seeks to provide more potent, well-tolerated, and rapidly available therapies for patients facing diverse cancer types.

BioAge Labs

Series D in 2024
BioAge Labs, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing therapies to address aging and age-related diseases. The company utilizes a systems biology and artificial intelligence platform to identify key drug targets that influence aging and analyze extensive datasets to uncover the molecular drivers of age-related conditions. BioAge Labs is advancing several drug candidates, including BGE-117, a hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor designed to activate genes involved in critical biological processes such as tissue regeneration and vascular remodeling. Additionally, BGE-175, an orally administered inhibitor of the prostaglandin D2 DP1 signaling pathway, aims to mitigate risks associated with immune aging and respiratory infections. Founded in 2015 and based in Richmond, California, BioAge Labs is committed to discovering and developing innovative treatments that harness the biology of human aging.

Convergent Therapeutics

Series A in 2023
Convergent Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative radiopharmaceutical therapies specifically for prostate cancer. The company utilizes a proprietary dual-targeted radionuclide therapy technology, initially developed by Dr. Neil Bander from Weill Cornell Medicine, which is licensed from Cornell University. Its lead product, CONV 01-α, is a monoclonal antibody conjugated with the radioactive alpha particle emitter 225Ac. This therapy is designed to bind to the prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) and, upon binding, internalize to deliver a potent radioactive payload directly into prostate cancer cells. CONV 01-α is protected by multiple U.S. and foreign patents, and if approved by the FDA, it would be the first antibody to deliver a radioisotope specifically for prostate cancer treatment, marking a significant advancement in cancer therapy. Convergent Therapeutics aims to explore dual-targeted combination strategies to enhance cancer treatment efficacy, leveraging various targeting agents and therapeutic doses.

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.

Aspen Neuroscience

Series B in 2022
Aspen Neuroscience, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to create patient-specific therapies for neurological conditions, particularly Parkinson's disease. Founded in 2018 and based in San Diego, California, the company is advancing its pipeline of products, which includes ANPD001, an autologous neuron replacement therapy for sporadic Parkinson's disease, and ANPD002, a gene-edited autologous neuron replacement therapy targeting familial forms of the disease. Aspen Neuroscience employs innovative genomic approaches in conjunction with stem cell biology to address diseases with significant unmet medical needs, aiming to provide restorative cell therapies that can modify the progression of Parkinson's disease and potentially extend to other affected organs.

Nucleix

Venture Round in 2022
Nucleix Ltd. is a company that develops, manufactures, and markets non-invasive molecular cancer diagnostic tests. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Rehovot, Israel, with an additional office in San Diego, California, Nucleix focuses on identifying subtle changes in DNA methylation patterns to enhance cancer detection. The company's key products include Bladder EpiCheck, a urine test designed for monitoring bladder cancer, and Lung EpiCheck, a blood test aimed at the early detection of lung cancer. By leveraging proprietary biomarker assays, Nucleix enables healthcare providers to improve treatment outcomes through more accurate cancer screening and monitoring. The company has established distribution partnerships in several countries, including Israel, the Netherlands, Turkey, Russia, Italy, and Denmark.

Emergence Therapeutics

Series A in 2021
Emergence Therapeutics AG is a biopharmaceutical company based in Duisburg, Germany, focused on developing novel antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) immuno-therapeutics for high-need cancers. Founded in 2019, the company is advancing its lead program, which combines a highly specific antibody with optimized linker and payload technology to target Nectin-4, a clinically validated target for various cancers. This approach is inspired by the success of enfortumab vedotin, an approved treatment for urothelial cancers. Emergence Therapeutics is also exploring opportunities to create additional first- or best-in-class ADCs, aiming to address significant therapeutic needs in oncology.

Vanqua Bio

Series B in 2021
Vanqua Bio is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative medicines for patients suffering from neurodegenerative diseases. The company leverages a technology platform that incorporates human genetics and patient-derived neuronal cells to identify and validate new disease pathways linked to lysosomal dysfunction and the inappropriate activation of the innate immune system. Vanqua Bio focuses on creating small-molecule activators of glucocerebrosidase and advancing programs that target the innate immune system, with the aim of addressing the progression of various neurological disorders. Through its efforts, the company seeks to provide healthcare professionals with transformative treatment options for patients facing these challenging conditions.

Carrot Fertility

Series C in 2021
Carrot Fertility, Inc. specializes in providing comprehensive fertility benefits services to employers, supporting employees throughout their fertility healthcare journey on a global scale. The company's offerings include services such as egg freezing, in vitro fertilization, adoption, donor and gestational carrier services, as well as a premium pharmacy experience for fertility medications through Carrot Rx. Additionally, Carrot Pregnancy provides virtual access to experts and on-demand doctor-approved content, while the Carrot Card allows employees to use a flexible debit card for their fertility-related expenses. By customizing these benefits, Carrot Fertility aims to deliver financial, medical, and emotional support for individuals pursuing parenthood. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company also maintains offices in Chicago, New York, Dublin, Geneva, Tokyo, and Seoul.

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.

Nautilus Biotechnology

Post in 2021
Born from the founders’ recognition that their diverse but complementary skills and experiences would enable them to successfully address challenges that others had not, the company set about solving a vexing problem: how to bring true proteomics to the world in a way that accelerates therapeutic development, dramatically improves medical diagnostics, and makes personalized and predictive medicine a reality. The extraordinary team at Nautilus represents a wide spectrum of disciplines and expertise, including protein chemists, chip designers, molecular biologists, data scientists, material scientists, biophysicists, optical engineers, microfluidics engineers, bioinformaticists, software engineers, and more. Nautilus is positioned to revolutionize proteomics, transform the way drugs are developed, and significantly improve the way human health is managed.

Nucleix

Venture Round in 2021
Nucleix Ltd. is a company that develops, manufactures, and markets non-invasive molecular cancer diagnostic tests. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Rehovot, Israel, with an additional office in San Diego, California, Nucleix focuses on identifying subtle changes in DNA methylation patterns to enhance cancer detection. The company's key products include Bladder EpiCheck, a urine test designed for monitoring bladder cancer, and Lung EpiCheck, a blood test aimed at the early detection of lung cancer. By leveraging proprietary biomarker assays, Nucleix enables healthcare providers to improve treatment outcomes through more accurate cancer screening and monitoring. The company has established distribution partnerships in several countries, including Israel, the Netherlands, Turkey, Russia, Italy, and Denmark.

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.

CoreMap

Series A in 2020
CoreMap, Inc. is dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through advanced diagnostic technology tailored for electrophysiologists treating atrial fibrillation. Founded in 2016 and based in Winooski, Vermont, the company has developed a micro-electrode solution that allows for sequential mapping of tissue properties. This innovative technology addresses critical challenges in atrial fibrillation treatment, specifically poor spatial resolution and inadequate sample density. CoreMap's ultra-high resolution electrodes provide detailed insights into cardiac activation, even in the presence of fibrillation, thereby enabling medical practitioners to offer more effective treatment options for patients.

PMV Pharmaceuticals

Series D in 2020
PMV Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a precision oncology company focused on discovering and developing small molecule therapies targeting p53 mutations in cancer. The company's lead candidate, PC14586, aims to correct and restore the function of p53, a critical tumor suppressor protein. In addition to this product, PMV Pharmaceuticals is also working on therapies for specific p53 hotspot mutations, including the R273H mutation. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, the company leverages over three decades of expertise in p53 biology, aiming to develop first-in-class modulators that could improve treatment outcomes for cancer patients.

Cogent Biosciences

Post in 2020
Cogent Biosciences is a biotechnology company focused on developing precision therapies for genetically defined diseases, utilizing proprietary T-cell engineering technology alongside tumor-targeting antibodies to harness the body’s immune system in the fight against cancer. The company designs targeted treatments aimed at addressing the underlying causes of diseases, thereby improving patient outcomes. One of its key programs, CGT9486, is a selective tyrosine kinase inhibitor that specifically targets the KIT D816V mutation and other mutations in KIT exon 17. This mutation is predominantly linked to Systemic Mastocytosis, a severe condition resulting from the uncontrolled growth of mast cells, and is also associated with advanced gastrointestinal stromal tumors. Cogent Biosciences is advancing its lead program, which is expected to enter Phase I clinical trials to evaluate safety and efficacy.

Aspen Neuroscience

Series A in 2020
Aspen Neuroscience, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to create patient-specific therapies for neurological conditions, particularly Parkinson's disease. Founded in 2018 and based in San Diego, California, the company is advancing its pipeline of products, which includes ANPD001, an autologous neuron replacement therapy for sporadic Parkinson's disease, and ANPD002, a gene-edited autologous neuron replacement therapy targeting familial forms of the disease. Aspen Neuroscience employs innovative genomic approaches in conjunction with stem cell biology to address diseases with significant unmet medical needs, aiming to provide restorative cell therapies that can modify the progression of Parkinson's disease and potentially extend to other affected organs.

Aspen Neuroscience

Seed Round in 2019
Aspen Neuroscience, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to create patient-specific therapies for neurological conditions, particularly Parkinson's disease. Founded in 2018 and based in San Diego, California, the company is advancing its pipeline of products, which includes ANPD001, an autologous neuron replacement therapy for sporadic Parkinson's disease, and ANPD002, a gene-edited autologous neuron replacement therapy targeting familial forms of the disease. Aspen Neuroscience employs innovative genomic approaches in conjunction with stem cell biology to address diseases with significant unmet medical needs, aiming to provide restorative cell therapies that can modify the progression of Parkinson's disease and potentially extend to other affected organs.

PMV Pharmaceuticals

Series C in 2019
PMV Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a precision oncology company focused on discovering and developing small molecule therapies targeting p53 mutations in cancer. The company's lead candidate, PC14586, aims to correct and restore the function of p53, a critical tumor suppressor protein. In addition to this product, PMV Pharmaceuticals is also working on therapies for specific p53 hotspot mutations, including the R273H mutation. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, the company leverages over three decades of expertise in p53 biology, aiming to develop first-in-class modulators that could improve treatment outcomes for cancer patients.

Fusion Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2019
Fusion Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Hamilton, Canada, specializing in the development of radiopharmaceuticals as precision medicines for challenging cancers. The company employs its proprietary Targeted Alpha Therapies platform and Fast-Clear linker technology to connect alpha particle-emitting isotopes to antibodies, enabling the selective delivery of therapeutic agents to tumors. Fusion's lead product candidate, FPI-1434, is currently undergoing Phase 1 clinical trials as a monotherapy for solid tumors expressing insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor. Additionally, the company is exploring the use of FPI-1434 in combination with approved checkpoint inhibitors and DNA damage response inhibitors in preclinical studies to enhance anti-tumor activity. Fusion is also advancing another product candidate, FPI-1966, into clinical development for head and neck and bladder cancers that express fibroblast growth factor receptor. Founded in 2014 as a spinout of the Centre for Probe Development and Commercialization, Fusion aims to transform how cancers are treated through innovative radiochemistry techniques.

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.

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.

PMV Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2017
PMV Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a precision oncology company focused on discovering and developing small molecule therapies targeting p53 mutations in cancer. The company's lead candidate, PC14586, aims to correct and restore the function of p53, a critical tumor suppressor protein. In addition to this product, PMV Pharmaceuticals is also working on therapies for specific p53 hotspot mutations, including the R273H mutation. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, the company leverages over three decades of expertise in p53 biology, aiming to develop first-in-class modulators that could improve treatment outcomes for cancer patients.

Ornim

Series C in 2016
Ornim, Inc. is a biomedical technology company based in Santa Clarita, California, with a research and development subsidiary in Israel. Founded in 2004, Ornim specializes in the development and distribution of non-invasive medical monitoring tools that measure blood flow and oxygen saturation in patients. Its primary products, CerOx and c-FLOW, utilize patented UTLight technology to provide real-time, continuous monitoring of cerebral blood flow and tissue oxygenation. CerOx is notable for being the only device on the market that simultaneously measures both blood flow and oxygen saturation, while c-FLOW focuses solely on cerebral blood flow measurement. These devices are designed to assist physicians in making informed clinical decisions, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. Ornim's technology addresses the limitations of existing monitoring methods, and the company holds numerous patents to protect its innovations.

Nucleix

Seed Round in 2016
Nucleix Ltd. is a company that develops, manufactures, and markets non-invasive molecular cancer diagnostic tests. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Rehovot, Israel, with an additional office in San Diego, California, Nucleix focuses on identifying subtle changes in DNA methylation patterns to enhance cancer detection. The company's key products include Bladder EpiCheck, a urine test designed for monitoring bladder cancer, and Lung EpiCheck, a blood test aimed at the early detection of lung cancer. By leveraging proprietary biomarker assays, Nucleix enables healthcare providers to improve treatment outcomes through more accurate cancer screening and monitoring. The company has established distribution partnerships in several countries, including Israel, the Netherlands, Turkey, Russia, Italy, and Denmark.

Corvus Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2015
Corvus Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Burlingame, California, dedicated to developing innovative immuno-oncology therapies. The company’s lead product candidate, Ciforadenant (CPI-444), is an oral small molecule antagonist of the A2A receptor and is currently undergoing Phase Ib/2 clinical trials. Additionally, Corvus is advancing CPI-006, an anti-CD73 monoclonal antibody, which is in Phase I/Ib trials aimed at inhibiting adenosine production and stimulating immune responses, as well as investigating its potential for treating COVID-19. Another candidate, CPI-818, is a small molecule that selectively inhibits interleukin-2-inducible T-cell kinase and is also in Phase I/Ib trials. Corvus Pharmaceuticals collaborates strategically with Angel Pharmaceuticals to enhance its pipeline of targeted investigational medicines. Founded in 2014, the company is focused on addressing significant unmet medical needs in cancer treatment and related diseases.

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.

Natera

Series F in 2015
Natera, Inc. is a diagnostic company that specializes in preconception and prenatal genetic testing services. Its primary offerings include the Panorama test, which is a non-invasive prenatal test that screens for chromosomal abnormalities in a fetus through a blood sample from the mother, and the Vistara test, designed to identify single-gene disorders. Additionally, Natera provides Horizon carrier screening to determine genetic disease carrier status and Spectrum, which analyzes chromosomal anomalies during in vitro fertilization. The company also offers Anora, a test for analyzing fetal chromosomes to investigate miscarriage causes, and non-invasive paternity testing. Its Signatera product utilizes circulating tumor DNA technology to monitor cancer recurrence. Natera markets its tests through a direct sales force and a network of approximately 100 laboratory and distribution partners both domestically and internationally. The company, founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, maintains partnerships with BGI Genomics and Foundation Medicine for the development of genetic testing assays.

PMV Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2014
PMV Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a precision oncology company focused on discovering and developing small molecule therapies targeting p53 mutations in cancer. The company's lead candidate, PC14586, aims to correct and restore the function of p53, a critical tumor suppressor protein. In addition to this product, PMV Pharmaceuticals is also working on therapies for specific p53 hotspot mutations, including the R273H mutation. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, the company leverages over three decades of expertise in p53 biology, aiming to develop first-in-class modulators that could improve treatment outcomes for cancer patients.

Corvus Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2014
Corvus Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Burlingame, California, dedicated to developing innovative immuno-oncology therapies. The company’s lead product candidate, Ciforadenant (CPI-444), is an oral small molecule antagonist of the A2A receptor and is currently undergoing Phase Ib/2 clinical trials. Additionally, Corvus is advancing CPI-006, an anti-CD73 monoclonal antibody, which is in Phase I/Ib trials aimed at inhibiting adenosine production and stimulating immune responses, as well as investigating its potential for treating COVID-19. Another candidate, CPI-818, is a small molecule that selectively inhibits interleukin-2-inducible T-cell kinase and is also in Phase I/Ib trials. Corvus Pharmaceuticals collaborates strategically with Angel Pharmaceuticals to enhance its pipeline of targeted investigational medicines. Founded in 2014, the company is focused on addressing significant unmet medical needs in cancer treatment and related diseases.

Ornim

Series B in 2014
Ornim, Inc. is a biomedical technology company based in Santa Clarita, California, with a research and development subsidiary in Israel. Founded in 2004, Ornim specializes in the development and distribution of non-invasive medical monitoring tools that measure blood flow and oxygen saturation in patients. Its primary products, CerOx and c-FLOW, utilize patented UTLight technology to provide real-time, continuous monitoring of cerebral blood flow and tissue oxygenation. CerOx is notable for being the only device on the market that simultaneously measures both blood flow and oxygen saturation, while c-FLOW focuses solely on cerebral blood flow measurement. These devices are designed to assist physicians in making informed clinical decisions, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. Ornim's technology addresses the limitations of existing monitoring methods, and the company holds numerous patents to protect its innovations.

Practice Fusion

Series D in 2013
Practice Fusion, Inc. is a cloud-based electronic health records (EHR) company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2005. The company provides a comprehensive practice management software platform that includes features such as charting, scheduling, billing, e-prescribing, lab integrations, and secure messaging. This platform is designed to connect medical professionals, patients, labs, billers, imaging centers, and life science partners, facilitating improved healthcare delivery. Additionally, Practice Fusion offers a healthcare database called Practice Fusion Insight to support medical professionals. Its services cater to a diverse range of users, including independent practices, community clinics, large medical groups, and non-profit organizations. As of February 2018, Practice Fusion operates as a subsidiary of Allscripts Healthcare Solutions.

Natera

Series E in 2013
Natera, Inc. is a diagnostic company that specializes in preconception and prenatal genetic testing services. Its primary offerings include the Panorama test, which is a non-invasive prenatal test that screens for chromosomal abnormalities in a fetus through a blood sample from the mother, and the Vistara test, designed to identify single-gene disorders. Additionally, Natera provides Horizon carrier screening to determine genetic disease carrier status and Spectrum, which analyzes chromosomal anomalies during in vitro fertilization. The company also offers Anora, a test for analyzing fetal chromosomes to investigate miscarriage causes, and non-invasive paternity testing. Its Signatera product utilizes circulating tumor DNA technology to monitor cancer recurrence. Natera markets its tests through a direct sales force and a network of approximately 100 laboratory and distribution partners both domestically and internationally. The company, founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Carlos, California, maintains partnerships with BGI Genomics and Foundation Medicine for the development of genetic testing assays.

CardiAQ Valve Technologies

Series B in 2012
CardiAQ Valve Technologies is a privately held company specializing in advanced solutions for heart valve replacement, with a primary focus on transcatheter mitral valve implantation (TMVI). The company has developed a system that allows physicians to implant a mitral valve within a beating heart, thereby eliminating the need for open-heart surgery. This innovative approach aims to enhance patient outcomes and simplify the procedure for both patients and healthcare providers.

Cardioxyl Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2012
Cardioxyl Pharmaceuticals is a privately held, clinical stage biopharmaceutical company developing therapies for the treatment of cardiovascular disease, focusing on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel technologies for disease areas where current therapies don't exist, are ineffective or are inadequate. Cardioxyl has developed industry-leading expertise in the chemistry, biology and clinical applications of nitroxyl technology. The company's core nitroxyl platform has generated several pre-clinical and clinical candidates including the company's lead compound, CXL-1020, currently in clinical development for Acute Decompensated Heart Failure, the most common cause of hospitalization for patients older than 65 years of age.

Ornim

Series B in 2012
Ornim, Inc. is a biomedical technology company based in Santa Clarita, California, with a research and development subsidiary in Israel. Founded in 2004, Ornim specializes in the development and distribution of non-invasive medical monitoring tools that measure blood flow and oxygen saturation in patients. Its primary products, CerOx and c-FLOW, utilize patented UTLight technology to provide real-time, continuous monitoring of cerebral blood flow and tissue oxygenation. CerOx is notable for being the only device on the market that simultaneously measures both blood flow and oxygen saturation, while c-FLOW focuses solely on cerebral blood flow measurement. These devices are designed to assist physicians in making informed clinical decisions, ultimately improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. Ornim's technology addresses the limitations of existing monitoring methods, and the company holds numerous patents to protect its innovations.

Adimab

Series D in 2010
Adimab LLC is a biotechnology company based in Lebanon, New Hampshire, focused on the discovery, development, and optimization of human monoclonal and bispecific antibodies. Founded in 2007, Adimab utilizes an integrated antibody discovery platform that accelerates the process from antigen identification to the production of purified, full-length human IgGs. The company specializes in various antibody formats, including IgG, scFv, and CD3-based bispecific antibodies, which are designed to meet stringent criteria for affinity, epitope coverage, and cross-reactivity. Adimab's innovative approach enables its partners to enhance their biologics pipelines and effectively address therapeutic needs in areas such as cancer, autoimmune, and infectious diseases through a range of technology access arrangements.

Adimab

Series C in 2008
Adimab LLC is a biotechnology company based in Lebanon, New Hampshire, focused on the discovery, development, and optimization of human monoclonal and bispecific antibodies. Founded in 2007, Adimab utilizes an integrated antibody discovery platform that accelerates the process from antigen identification to the production of purified, full-length human IgGs. The company specializes in various antibody formats, including IgG, scFv, and CD3-based bispecific antibodies, which are designed to meet stringent criteria for affinity, epitope coverage, and cross-reactivity. Adimab's innovative approach enables its partners to enhance their biologics pipelines and effectively address therapeutic needs in areas such as cancer, autoimmune, and infectious diseases through a range of technology access arrangements.

Adiana

Series D in 2005
Adiana, Inc. is a medical device company based in Redwood City, California, that specializes in the development of permanent contraceptive solutions for women. Founded in 1997, the company focuses on transcervical sterilization systems designed to prevent pregnancy by occluding the fallopian tubes. Its flagship product, Complete TCS, includes a radiofrequency generator, a delivery catheter, and an implantable matrix. This innovative approach offers a non-incisional alternative to traditional tubal ligation, allowing women to avoid the potential side effects and complications associated with other contraceptive methods. As of 2007, Adiana operates as a subsidiary of CYTYC Corp.

CytomX Therapeutics

CytomX Therapeutics is an oncology-focused biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, California. The company specializes in developing proteolytically-activated antibody therapeutics using its proprietary Probody technology platform. This innovative approach aims to create cancer immunotherapies that enhance targeting of tumor cells while minimizing effects on healthy tissues. CytomX's clinical-stage product candidates include CX-072, which targets programmed cell death ligand 1; CX-2009, a drug conjugate against CD166; and BMS-986249, a CTLA-4 Probody therapeutic for metastatic melanoma, among others. The company has established strategic collaborations with several major pharmaceutical companies, including AbbVie, Amgen, and Bristol-Myers Squibb, to further the development of its Probody therapeutics. Founded in 2008, CytomX is dedicated to providing patients with more effective and less toxic treatment options for cancer and inflammatory diseases.
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