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Argonaute

Cardiff, GB · 1 known investors

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Argonaute RNA develops siRNA-based (RNA interference) therapeutics, with a pipeline focused on cardiovascular disease, combining oligonucleotide chemistry and drug development expertise. The UK biotech takes early-stage academic ideas through preclinical and clinical development.

Founders & leadership

APAnthony Parker
Anthony ParkerCo-founderCo-founder of Argonaute RNA, a UK biotech developing siRNA therapeutics for cardiovascular disease. Parker has three decades of experience in investment banking and fund management, with prior non-executive roles in biotech.
RT
Richard TompkinsCo-founder
MKMike Khan
Mike KhanCEOHe previously served as Chief Medical Officer at Silence Therapeutics and has over 25 years of experience in preclinical, translational, and clinical drug development, including bringing siRNA candidates through IND approval and Phase 2 completion; he also held academic positions at University College London and University of Warwick and led a cardiovascular clinic at University Hospitals of Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.

Board

JV
Johnathan Vincent MatlockBoard director
DW
David William Dawson BallBoard director
AM
Alexander Michael FinkBoard director
RT
Ross Thomas BurnBoard director
NH
Nabil Hussain Muhiddin Al-ChalabyBoard director
NK
Nigel Keith DavisBoard director

Investors · 1

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$1.8M disclosed across 1 round · 2026

▶$1.8MraisedSep 2026 · 27 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Anthony Michael ParkerExecutive Officer, Director
  • Michael Mohamed Tarik KhanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Richard Michael TompkinsDirector
  • Johnathan Vincent MatlockDirector
  • David William Dawson BallDirector
  • Alexander Michael FinkDirector
  • Ross Thomas BurnDirector
  • Nabil Hussain Muhiddin Al-ChalabyDirector
  • Nigel Keith DavisDirector
Offering amount
$1.8M
Amount sold
$1.8M
Minimum investment
$10K
First sale
Sep 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, United Kingdom
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Frequently asked questions

What does Argonaute do?
Argonaute RNA develops siRNA-based (RNA interference) therapeutics, with a pipeline focused on cardiovascular disease, combining oligonucleotide chemistry and drug development expertise. The UK biotech takes early-stage academic ideas through preclinical and clinical development.
Who founded Argonaute?
Argonaute was founded by Anthony Parker, Richard Tompkins.
Who are Argonaute's investors?
Argonaute's investors include Oxford Investment Opportunity Network (OION).
How much funding has Argonaute raised?
Argonaute has disclosed $1.8M raised across 1 round.
Where is Argonaute headquartered?
Argonaute is headquartered in Cardiff, GB.