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GenSight Biologics

Biotech & Life Sciences · Paris, France · Founded 2013 · IPO 2016

Develops innovative therapies for mitochondrial and neurodegenerative diseases MoreLess

GenSight Biologics specializes in developing gene therapy treatments aimed at combating blindness, particularly focusing on neurodegenerative retinal diseases such as Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON). Operating within the biotechnology sector, the company targets patients suffering from vision loss due to genetic disorders. GenSight's business model revolves around advancing clinical trials and securing regulatory approvals to bring their therapies to market. Revenue generation is primarily through the commercialization of their gene therapy products, once approved, and potential partnerships or licensing agreements. The company leverages cutting-edge techniques like mitochondrial targeting sequences and optogenetics to enhance the efficacy of their treatments. By addressing unmet medical needs in the ophthalmology market, GenSight Biologics positions itself as a key player in the gene therapy landscape. Keywords: gene therapy, blindness, retinal diseases, LHON, biotechnology, clinical trials, ophthalmology, mitochondrial targeting, optogenetics, regulatory approvals

Valuation $37M
Revenue $1K
Total funding $50–100M

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Investors

15 investors on GenSight Biologics's cap table

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Series A 11 investors entered at this stage
Index Ventures
Abingworth
Versant Ventures
Novartis Venture Fund
HealthCap
Jennison Associates
Fidelity Investments
Perceptive Advisors
Heights Capital Management
Invus
UPMC Enterprises
Series B+ 4 investors entered at this stage
Sofinnova Partners
Kreos Capital
3SBio
Alumni Capital

Global footprint

Where GenSight Biologics has talent and traffic

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4 countries with
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🇫🇷 France71.4%
🇺🇸 United States19.1%
🇩🇪 Germany4.8%
🇧🇪 Belgium4.8%
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