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Alector
Combining state-of-the-art antibody technology and recent discoveries in neuroimmunology and human genetics to develop novel
About Alector
Alector is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. The company operates in the healthcare and biotechnology market, targeting a critical and growing need for effective treatments in this area. Alector's primary clients include healthcare providers, research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies that are involved in the treatment and study of neurodegenerative conditions.
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Alector's business model revolves around research and development (R&D) of novel therapeutic candidates. The company leverages insights from immunology, neurology, and human genetics to create medicines that harness the body's innate ability to heal itself. By focusing on early-stage clinical trials and gathering disease-specific data quickly, Alector aims to increase the probability of success for its therapies.
The company makes money through a combination of funding from partnerships, grants, and potential future revenues from the commercialization of its therapies. Alector's strategy includes presenting its findings at healthcare conferences and publishing data from clinical trials to attract investment and collaboration opportunities.
In summary, Alector is pioneering new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases by combining cutting-edge science with a strategic approach to drug development. Their innovative pipeline and commitment to addressing unmet medical needs position them as a key player in the biopharmaceutical industry.
At a glance
- Founded
- 2013
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, United States
- Listing
- IPO 2019
- Sector
- Biotech & Life Sciences
- Power Law
- Unicorn$1–10B valuation tierThoroughbred$100M+ revenue
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Series A2 investors entered at this stage
Series B and later16 investors entered at this stage
MRL Ventures
Mission Bay Capital
SV Health Investors
Dementia Discovery Fund
GV
Foresite Capital
Lilly Asia Ventures
Casdin Capital
Section 32- ECEuclidean Capital
New Leaf Venture Partners
Abbvie Biotech Ventures
Amgen Ventures
Perceptive Advisors
Federated Hermes
Hercules Capital
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
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Patents
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