Akanocure Pharmaceuticals
West Lafayette, US · Founded 2014 · 1 known investors
Akanocure is a drug development company using a proprietary chemistry platform to create novel small-molecule therapies, with a focus on orphan and unmet needs in oncology and blocking metastatic processes. Its work spans chemical methodology development and classic drug discovery for cancer treatments.
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Founders & leadership
Akanocure Pharmaceuticals was founded in 2014 by Philip L. Fuchs, Mohammad N. Noshi, and Sherine M. Abdelmawla.
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Philip L. FuchsCo-founder
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Mohammad N. NoshiCo-founder
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Sherine M. AbdelmawlaCo-founder
Investors · 1
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements▶$1MofferedMar 2015 · Pharmaceuticals
▶$1MofferedMar 2015 · Pharmaceuticals
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Philip L. FuchsExecutive Officer, Director
- Mohammad N. NoshiExecutive Officer, Director
- Sherine M. AbdelmawlaExecutive Officer, Director
- Offering amount
- $1M
- Minimum investment
- $25K
- Incorporated
- Limited Liability Company, Indiana, 2014
- Federal exemptions
- 04
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
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Non-dilutive funding · 3 SBIR/STTR awards
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Science Foundation | Phase I | 2021 | $256K |
| National Science Foundation | Phase II | 2020 | $950K |
| National Science Foundation | Phase I | 2018 | $225K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Akanocure Pharmaceuticals do?
- Akanocure is a drug development company using a proprietary chemistry platform to create novel small-molecule therapies, with a focus on orphan and unmet needs in oncology and blocking metastatic processes. Its work spans chemical methodology development and classic drug discovery for cancer treatments.
- Who founded Akanocure Pharmaceuticals?
- Akanocure Pharmaceuticals was founded by Philip L. Fuchs, Mohammad N. Noshi, Sherine M. Abdelmawla in 2014.
- Who are Akanocure Pharmaceuticals's investors?
- Akanocure Pharmaceuticals's investors include Elevate Ventures.
- Where is Akanocure Pharmaceuticals headquartered?
- Akanocure Pharmaceuticals is headquartered in West Lafayette, US.