Cisterna Biologics
YC S22San Diego, US · Founded 2022 · 2 employees · 1 known investors
Cisterna Biologics develops yeast-engineered mRNA manufacturing technology that can be selectively purified to drive protein expression in human cells. The company targets cost-effective, scalable, and non-immunogenic mRNA production for therapeutic applications.
Also known as Cisterna Biologic · Cisterna Biologics LLC
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechHealthtechSynthetic BiologyTherapeuticsUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S22)
Cisterna Biologics was founded in 2022 by Hari Bhaskaran.
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Hari BhaskaraninFounderHari Bhaskaran studied RNA mechanics, particularly ribozymes, under Rick Russell at UT Austin, and has published research on RNA folding and held roles in both academic and industry settings.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Cisterna Biologics do?
- Cisterna Biologics develops yeast-engineered mRNA manufacturing technology that can be selectively purified to drive protein expression in human cells. The company targets cost-effective, scalable, and non-immunogenic mRNA production for therapeutic applications.
- Who founded Cisterna Biologics?
- Cisterna Biologics was founded by Hari Bhaskaran in 2022.
- Who are Cisterna Biologics's investors?
- Cisterna Biologics's investors include Y Combinator.
- Where is Cisterna Biologics headquartered?
- Cisterna Biologics is headquartered in San Diego, US.

