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A novel radiosensitizer for cancer radiotherapy

Palo Alto, United StatesFounded 2015Biotech & Life Sciences
Valuation $500M–1B Last recorded · 2023
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $100–500M Disclosed equity funding
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About Kortuc

KORTUC is a pioneering startup that operates in the healthcare sector, specifically focusing on cancer treatment. The company has developed an innovative solution to address hypoxia, a fundamental issue in cancer that involves a lack of oxygen reaching the tissues. This is a significant breakthrough as hypoxia often makes tumors resistant to radiotherapy, a common cancer treatment.

KORTUC's solution is a radiosensitizer, primarily composed of H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide), which is injected directly into the tumor. This radiosensitizer eliminates hypoxia, making the tumor more sensitive to radiotherapy. In simple terms, it boosts the effectiveness of radiotherapy, providing a more potent option for cancer treatment.

The company's research and development efforts have been recognized in reputable publications such as "Cancer Science" and "Oncology Letters". This suggests that KORTUC is at the forefront of cancer research, contributing to the advancement of treatment options.

KORTUC's business model revolves around the development and commercialization of its innovative radiosensitizer. The company's primary clients are healthcare providers who administer radiotherapy to cancer patients. By offering a solution that enhances the effectiveness of existing treatments, KORTUC is positioned to generate revenue through the sale of its product.

Looking ahead, KORTUC plans to continue its research and development activities to further refine its product and potentially develop new solutions. The company's team, composed of its founding members and other professionals, is dedicated to fulfilling its mission of providing more options for cancer radiotherapy.

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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
2015
Headquarters
Palo Alto, United States
Employees
3
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
58.2/100
Industry
Health
Sub-industry
Pharmaceutical, BioTechnology
Sector
Biotech & Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Oncology, Biotech and Pharma, Radiotherapy, Hard Tech, DT and LS, science-based
Business model
Manufacturing
Client focus
b2b

Funding history

7 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
LATE VCOther financing Dec 2024 $0 — Alfresa · Shikoku Alfresa ↗
LATE VCOther financing May 2023 $109M $435M Undisclosed ↗
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Growth signals

Kortuc website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Kortuc is 4.5K monthly website visits, up 309.1% over the last three months. Kortuc's team grew 0% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits4.5K 3-month web change+309.1% 1-year team growth0%
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Investors

8 investors on the cap table

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Series A1 investor entered at this stage

  • Nissay Capital

Series B and later7 investors entered at this stage

  • Iyogin Capital
  • Pegasus Tech Ventures
  • SBI Investment
  • Irimajiri Group
  • AXA Life Japan
  • Alfresa
  • Shikoku Alfresa
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Global footprint

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Market sentiment

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