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First in Kind Cellular Treatment for Diabetes

San Diego, United StatesFounded 1999Biotech & Life Sciences
Valuation $250–500M Last recorded · 2022
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $100–500M Disclosed equity funding
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About ViaCyte

ViaCyte is a pioneering company in the field of regenerative medicine, dedicated to developing innovative stem cell-derived therapies aimed at treating diabetes. The company focuses on creating cell replacement therapies that could potentially serve as a functional cure for type 1 diabetes and provide advanced treatment options for insulin-requiring type 2 diabetes.

ViaCyte operates primarily in the healthcare and biotechnology market, targeting patients with insulin-dependent diabetes. Their primary clients include individuals suffering from type 1 diabetes, especially those at high risk of severe complications, and patients with type 2 diabetes who require insulin.

The company's business model revolves around the research, development, and commercialization of its proprietary cell replacement therapies. ViaCyte's key products include PEC Direct and PEC Encap, both of which are currently in clinical trials. PEC Direct is designed for high-risk type 1 diabetes patients, while PEC Encap aims to offer a functional cure for type 1 diabetes. Additionally, ViaCyte has partnered with CRISPR Therapeutics on the PEC QT program to develop next-generation therapies for all insulin-requiring diabetes.

ViaCyte generates revenue through the development and eventual commercialization of its therapies. This includes potential income from licensing agreements, partnerships, and future sales of their therapeutic products once they receive regulatory approval.

In summary, ViaCyte is at the forefront of regenerative medicine, striving to transform the treatment landscape for diabetes through innovative stem cell-derived therapies. Their commitment to developing functional cures and advanced treatments positions them as a key player in the biotechnology and healthcare sectors.

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At a glance

Status
Acquired
Founded
1999
Headquarters
San Diego, United States
Employees
14
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
62.0/100
Industry
Health
Sub-industry
Pharmaceutical, BioTechnology
Sector
Biotech & Life Sciences, Personal Health, Diabetes, Risk Management, Biotechnology, Biotech and Pharma, Hard Tech, Horizon Europe, DT and LS, science-based
Business model
Manufacturing
Client focus
b2b

Funding history

10 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
ACQUISITIONOther financing Jul 2022 $320M $320M Vertex Pharmaceuticals ↗
SERIES DOther financing Jun 2021 $115M $460M Bain Capital · Invus · Adage Capital · Sanderling Ventures —
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Growth signals

ViaCyte website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for ViaCyte is 110 monthly website visits, down 96.8% over the last three months. ViaCyte's team declined 87.2% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits110 3-month web change-96.8% 1-year team growth-87.2%
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Investors

20 investors on the cap table

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Seed2 investors entered at this stage

  • California Institute for Regenerative Medicine
  • National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

Series B and later17 investors entered at this stage

  • BD Ventures
  • The Vertical Group
  • Johnson & Johnson Development Corporation
  • DFJ Portage Ventures
  • Headland Ventures
  • Asset Management Ventures
  • Sanderling Ventures
  • Pacific Horizon Ventures
  • Valterna
  • Bain Capital Life Sciences
  • RA Capital Management
  • TPG
  • Invus
  • Adage Capital
  • Artis Ventures
  • Asymmetry Ventures
  • Bain Capital

Other known investors1 additional known investor

  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Team profiled 14 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 2 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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