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Celsius Therapeutics

acquired by AbbVie

Cambridge, US · Founded 2017 · Delaware corporation · 7 known investors

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Combines single-cell RNA analysis technology from the Broad Institute with AI/ML models and large-scale clinical sample collection for novel drug discovery and precision medicine. Acquired by AbbVie Inc. in June 2024.

Founders & leadership

TKTariq Kassum
Tariq KassumChief Executive Officer2019–2024Tariq Kassum began his career as an equity analyst focused on biotech before transitioning to operating roles within the industry. He has held positions including head of business development for Takeda's oncology division, co-founder of Obsidian Therapeutics, and CEO of Celsius Therapeutics prior to its acquisition by AbbVie in 2024.
MBMichael Boretti
Michael BorettiConsultant2023–2024Leadership at Solu
CLChristoph Lengauer
Christoph LengauerCSO, president & co-founder2018–2020CSO at Curie.Bio

Investors · 7

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$48M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2018–2022

▶$48MraisedOct 2019 · 6 investors · Other Health Care
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Michael BorettiExecutive Officer
  • Tariq KassumExecutive Officer, Director
  • Christoph LengauerExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$65M
Amount sold
$48M
First sale
May 2018
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2017
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

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

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3 people who came through Celsius Therapeutics went on to found or lead other companies.

Frequently asked questions

What does Celsius Therapeutics do?
Combines single-cell RNA analysis technology from the Broad Institute with AI/ML models and large-scale clinical sample collection for novel drug discovery and precision medicine. Acquired by AbbVie Inc. in June 2024.
Who are Celsius Therapeutics's investors?
Celsius Therapeutics's investors include Catalio Capital Management, LP, Fast Track Initiative, GV (Google Ventures), Alexandria, Amplitude Venture Capital, Casdin Capital, Third Rock Ventures.
How much funding has Celsius Therapeutics raised?
Celsius Therapeutics has disclosed $48M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
Who acquired Celsius Therapeutics?
Celsius Therapeutics was acquired by AbbVie.
Where is Celsius Therapeutics headquartered?
Celsius Therapeutics is headquartered in Cambridge, US.