eGenesis specializes in gene editing for organ transplantation purposes. It develops human compatible (HuCo) organs and cells by using organs of other species (especially pigs) in a procedure called xenotransplantation. The company’s proprietary platform eGenesis Genome Engineering and Production (EGEN) platform leverages gene editing technologies to precisely edit genomes to tackle the risk of cross-species infection and graft rejection. It uses a multiplex gene editing approach that enables precise genetic modifications simultaneously.
As of January 2024, eGenesis had three programs in its pipeline, of which the most advanced program is a HuCo Liver Perfusion in its IND Enabling stage, whilst the others (HuCo heart and HuCo kidney ) were still in preclinical stages.
Key customers and partnerships
The company’s partnerships include a research collaboration with the University of Miami (March 2022) and Duke University School of Medicine (2020) to study gene-edited pancreatic islet cells.
Funding and financials
In its latest Series C funding round in March 2021, eGenesis raised USD 125 million, bringing its total funds raised to USD 265 million. The funds were earmarked to advance its pipeline and further develop its gene editing platform.
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