| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Andrew Schafer |
Chief Technology Officer | Profile |
Arsanis is a leader in the discovery and development of monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) for the targeted immunotherapy of serious infections. Monoclonal antibodies have transformed the treatment of a wide range of diseases from cancer to immune system disorders. In infectious diseases, mAbs can target directly specific pathogens or their virulence mechanisms to avoid pathogenic processes in the infected individual, including resistant strains that give rise to serious infections. Unlike traditional antimicrobials that often target both pathogenic and non-pathogenic organisms in a non-specific way (e.g., broadly killing all Gram-positive bacteria), Arsanis` monoclonal antibodies selectively focus on specific pathogens and pathogenic processes. These targeted immunotherapies address critical infections while minimizing the collateral damage from antimicrobial overuse, resistance, and microbiome disruption. We believe that the ability to selectively and safely target causative pathogens provides a new way of preventing and treating infections in high-risk patients, and can generate both clinical and health economic benefits to patients and providers, ushering in a new era in infection prevention and management.
Expansion Therapeutics is a drug discovery and development company pursuing the vast potential of small molecule medicines for RNA-mediated diseases.
Lysogene is a biopharmaceutical gene therapy company with lead programs in neurodegenerative lysosomal storage disorders that affect children. Founded in 2009 by Karen Aiach, whose own child was affected by a neurodegenerative disease, Lysogene is rooted in a deep and compassionate understanding of the impact these diseases have on patients and families. Karen`s personal experience fuels her determination to deliver real solutions that will improve patient outcomes and enhance quality of life for both patients and caregivers. Over the past 10 years, Lysogene has acquired deep experience in developing gene therapies—from early discovery through the clinical, registration and review phases. Our strong science and execution track record has been validated by our partnership with Sarepta Therapeutics and the support of top-tier investors, with nearly $100m raised since inception.
AMAG is a biopharmaceutical company focused on bringing therapeutics to market that provide clear benefits and help improve people’s lives. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, we work to develop and deliver important therapeutics, conduct clinical research in areas of unmet need and create education and support programs for the patients and families we serve. Our products support the health of patients in the areas of maternal health, anemia management and cancer supportive care. Through CBR®, we also help families to preserve newborn stem cells, which are used today in transplant medicine for certain cancers and blood, immune and metabolic disorders, and have the potential to play a valuable role in the ongoing development of regenerative medicine.
SkinMedica, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing, acquiring and commercializing products that treat dermatologic conditions and diseases, and improve the appearance of skin. Through the Company's own sales force, it markets