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§ Venture Capital · Chestnut Hill, MA, USA
Leukon Investments is a venture capital firm specializing in strategic investments within the healthcare and biotechnology sectors. The firm actively supports early to growth-stage companies that are developing novel therapeutic approaches, particularly those leveraging advanced scientific innovations in areas such as nanomedicine and drug delivery. Leukon Investments positions itself to participate in significant funding rounds, providing capital to accelerate the development of groundbreaking life science ventures.
The firm was co-founded by individuals with extensive scientific and entrepreneurial backgrounds, most notably Omid Farokhzad, a distinguished physician, scientist, and former Harvard Medical School professor. Farokhzad is widely recognized for his pioneering work in nanomedicine and his success in co-founding multiple biotechnology startups. The establishment of Leukon Investments in Newton, Massachusetts, stemmed from an understanding of the profound potential that cutting-edge scientific advancements hold for transforming patient care.
Leukon Investments' portfolio primarily comprises biotechnology and pharmaceutical startups focused on bringing innovative medical solutions to market. The firm’s overarching vision centers on fostering the successful development and commercialization of transformative healthcare technologies. Through its strategic capital deployment and expert guidance, Leukon Investments aims to improve human health by supporting companies poised to make significant impacts in the medical landscape.
Leukon Investments has 4 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $38.0M Series E in Selecta Biosciences in September 2015.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2015 | Selecta Biosciences | $38.0M Series E | OrbiMed | 5AM Ventures, Advent Life Sciences, ARCH Venture Partners, Atlas Venture, Flagship Ventures, NanoDimension, Polaris Partners, The Column Group, AJU IB Investment, Flagship Ventures, NanoDimension, Osage University Partners, Polaris Partners, Ridgeback Capital Investments, Rusnano, Sanofi Ventures, Sphera Healthcare |
| Oct 15, 2014 | Selecta Biosciences | $20.0M Other Equity | — | Flagship Ventures, Handshake Ventures, I2BF Global Ventures, NanoDimension, OrbiMed, Polaris Partners, Rusnano |
| Oct 27, 2011 | BIND Therapeutics | $25.0M Other Equity | Anatoly Chubais | ARCH Venture Partners, DHK Investments, Endeavour Vision, Noubar Afeyan, NanoDimension, OrbiMed, Polaris Partners |
| Apr 1, 2010 | Selecta Biosciences | $15.0M Series C | OrbiMed | 5AM Ventures, Advent Life Sciences, ARCH Venture Partners, Atlas Venture, Flagship Ventures, NanoDimension, Polaris Partners, The Column Group, Flagship Ventures, NanoDimension, Polaris Partners |