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Tympanogen

Richmond, US · 3 known investors

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Tympanogen develops Perf-Fix, a gel patch system for nonsurgical eardrum (tympanic membrane) repair that replaces traditional tympanoplasty with a clinic-based procedure. The product is aimed at ENT surgeons and clinicians for outpatient otologic care and is currently in development.

Founders & leadership

EHElaine Horn-Ranney
Elaine Horn-RanneyCo-Founder & CEOElaine Horn-Ranney is an engineer with background in materials synthesis for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, focused on translating research into clinical medical devices. She is Executive Officer and Director at Tympanogen, which develops a gel patch system for nonsurgical eardrum repair.

Investors · 3

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$2.2M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2021–2025

▶$1.2MraisedMar 2025 · 33 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Elaine Horn-RanneyExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$5M
Amount sold
$1.2M
Minimum investment
$10K
First sale
Feb 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$25KraisedMay 2023 · 1 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Elaine Horn-RanneyExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$1M
Amount sold
$25K
Minimum investment
$25K
First sale
Apr 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1MraisedMar 2022 · 12 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Elaine Horn-RanneyExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$2.5M
Amount sold
$1M
Minimum investment
$20K
First sale
Oct 2021
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

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

Non-dilutive funding · 3 SBIR/STTR awards

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
National Institutes of Health (NIH)National Institutes of HealthPhase II2023$3.2M
Department of DefenseDefense Health ProgramPhase I2020$250K
National Institutes of Health (NIH)National Institutes of HealthPhase I2019$1.5M

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Tympanogen do?
Tympanogen develops Perf-Fix, a gel patch system for nonsurgical eardrum (tympanic membrane) repair that replaces traditional tympanoplasty with a clinic-based procedure. The product is aimed at ENT surgeons and clinicians for outpatient otologic care and is currently in development.
Who founded Tympanogen?
Tympanogen was founded by Elaine Horn-Ranney.
Who are Tympanogen's investors?
Tympanogen's investors include Citrine Angels, Cowtown Angels, Virginia Venture Partners.
How much funding has Tympanogen raised?
Tympanogen has disclosed $2.2M raised across 3 rounds.
Where is Tympanogen headquartered?
Tympanogen is headquartered in Richmond, US.