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MimiVax, LLC

Buffalo, US · 3 known investors

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MimiVax is a biopharmaceutical company developing immunotherapies for brain tumors, particularly glioblastoma, by harnessing the immune system to target cancer cells. The company's lead candidate, SurVaxM, is a peptide-based vaccine targeting survivin in cancer cells across multiple indications including glioblastoma, multiple myeloma, and neuroendocrine tumors.

Founders & leadership

DC
Dr. CiesielskiCo-founder, co-inventor
DF
Dr. FenstermakerCo-founder, co-inventor
MF
Mr. FriedmanCo-founder, General Counsel, Board Member

Investors · 3

Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
National Institutes of Health (NIH)National Institutes of HealthPhase I2022$464K

Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.

Frequently asked questions

What does MimiVax, LLC do?
MimiVax is a biopharmaceutical company developing immunotherapies for brain tumors, particularly glioblastoma, by harnessing the immune system to target cancer cells. The company's lead candidate, SurVaxM, is a peptide-based vaccine targeting survivin in cancer cells across multiple indications including glioblastoma, multiple myeloma, and neuroendocrine tumors.
Who founded MimiVax, LLC?
MimiVax, LLC was founded by Dr. Ciesielski, Dr. Fenstermaker, Mr. Friedman.
Who are MimiVax, LLC's investors?
MimiVax, LLC's investors include Fosun Pharma, Tech Coast Angels, MEDA Angels.
Where is MimiVax, LLC headquartered?
MimiVax, LLC is headquartered in Buffalo, US.