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Deciphera

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Deciphera is a pharmaceutical company focused on developing treatments for people living with cancer. Its work centers on oncology drug development and support for patient communities.

Founders & leadership

DFDaniel Flynn
Daniel FlynninFounder and Chief Scientific Officer, Retired2003–2023Daniel Flynn is founder and former chief scientific officer of Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, where he led development of multiple oncology therapeutics including ripretinib, vimseltinib, and altiratinib. He has held positions in medicinal chemistry and drug design at Amgen, Millennium Pharmaceuticals, and other pharmaceutical firms, and serves as an adjunct professor of medicinal chemistry at the University of Kansas.

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What does Deciphera do?
Deciphera is a pharmaceutical company focused on developing treatments for people living with cancer. Its work centers on oncology drug development and support for patient communities.
Who founded Deciphera?
Deciphera was founded by Daniel Flynn.
Who are Deciphera's investors?
Deciphera's investors include Frazier Life Sciences, New Leaf Venture Partners, REDMILE, Viking Global Investors.