Kano Therapeutics
Cambridge, US · Founded 2021 · Delaware corporation · 6 known investors
Kano Therapeutics develops circular single-stranded DNA (cssDNA) as a genetic payload for gene-editing and other DNA-based therapies, offering an alternative to viral vectors and double-stranded DNA. It manufactures cssDNA via industrial fermentation and licenses and supplies the payload to therapeutic developers through integrated partnerships spanning discovery to GMP.
Founders & leadership
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Floris EngelhardtNamed on SEC filing
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John VroomNamed on SEC filing
Board
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Investors · 6
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$5M disclosed across 1 round · 2024
▶$5MraisedMay 2024 · 4 investors · BiotechnologyRule 506(b)
▶$5MraisedMay 2024 · 4 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Ann DeWittDirector
- Floris EngelhardtExecutive Officer, Director
- John VroomDirector
- Offering amount
- $5M
- Amount sold
- $5M
- First sale
- May 2024
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2021
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Kano Therapeutics do?
- Kano Therapeutics develops circular single-stranded DNA (cssDNA) as a genetic payload for gene-editing and other DNA-based therapies, offering an alternative to viral vectors and double-stranded DNA. It manufactures cssDNA via industrial fermentation and licenses and supplies the payload to therapeutic developers through integrated partnerships spanning discovery to GMP.
- Who are Kano Therapeutics's investors?
- Kano Therapeutics's investors include Fifty Years, Launchpad Venture Group, Metaplanet, The Engine Ventures, Vsquared Ventures, ZAKA VC.
- How much funding has Kano Therapeutics raised?
- Kano Therapeutics has disclosed $5M raised across 1 round.
- Where is Kano Therapeutics headquartered?
- Kano Therapeutics is headquartered in Cambridge, US.