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Aboleris Pharma

Aboleris Pharma

Rue Auguste Piccard 48, Gosselies, BE

Founded by a team with a long cutting-edge translational expertise in regulatory T cells and mechanisms of tolerance, AbolerIS Pharma is developing novel and unique therapeutic approaches to finely regulate the immune system by inducing immune tolerance and preserving useful immune responses in inflammatory, autoimmune, and degenerative diseases.

Agomab Therapeutics

Agomab Therapeutics

Ghent, Belgium

Agomab is translating a deep expertise in growth factor biology to pioneer and develop novel treatments that aim to resolve fibrosis, repair tissue structure and restore organ function. Combining new scientific insights with robust drug development and a long-term corporate vision, we are building a broad clinical pipeline of differentiated programs with disease modifying potential in severe organ failure and fibrotic diseases.

Amyl Therapeutics

Amyl Therapeutics

Ougrée, Walloon Region, Belgium

Amyl therapeutics is a preclinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering a breakthrough approach to treating rare and severe peripheral protein misfolding diseases. By developing novel therapies that recognize and target multiple misfolded proteins, we aim to make a transformative impact on the lives of patients affected by systemic amyloidosis. Our approach is shaped by an experienced team with deep drug development experience, and productive collaborations with world-class advisors and partners.

Animab

Animab

Gent, Belgium

Animab is a new venture designed to address the changing needs of animal production. Using proprietary research discoveries, Animab targets the emerging science and new possibilities in the gut. The interdisciplinary team integrates cutting-edge research, animal science, and biotechnology for product breakthroughs in animal health, cost-efficiencies and sustainability. Led by an experienced group of experts with expertise in a range of relevant domains from vaccines, biotechnology, business management and international marketing, Animab is dedicated to offering a safe and sustainable way to ensure animal performance. More information: www.animab.com.

ATB Therapeutics

ATB Therapeutics

Rue de la Science, 8, Marche-en-Famenne, Luxembourg, BE, 6900

ATB Therapeutics is a pioneering biopharmaceutical company building a new line of attack against cancer. atbtherapeutics has developed the atbody; a game-changer biologic format designed to broaden the therapeutic window of antibody-based therapies. Only our proprietary and versatile plant-based atbiofarm technology enables single-step manufacturing of our novel class of therapeutic atbodies. The resulting therapeutics offer a novel mechanism of action, avoiding major cancer cell resistance, and provide a promising, life-changing therapy for hard-to-treat and refractory cancer.

Complix

Complix

Diepenbeek, Belgium

A biotech company dedicated to the discovery and development of protein therapeutics using its proprietary alphabody™ technology. Alphabodies are robust and versatile protein scaffolds, unrelated to immunoglobulins, and inspired by naturally occurring motives. Complix’s proprietary Cell Penetrating Alphabody (CPAB) technology allows it to access a broad range of intracellular disease related targets that are considered “intractable” by currently available drug formats, such as antibodies and small molecules.

Confo Therapeutics

Confo Therapeutics

Zwijnaarde, Belgium

Confo Therapeutics’ unparalleled technology stabilizes functional conformations of GPCRs (G protein-coupled receptors) to uncover a wide range of previously inaccessible GPCRs as drug targets. This technology platform combined with the pharmacologic and biologic insight it provides, allows Confo to build a multi-indication pipeline of drug candidates with the potential to transform therapeutic outcomes for patients with severe illnesses lacking disease-modifying treatments. Confo Therapeutics was spun out of Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) and VIB in 2015. Supported by international life-science focused investors and led by an experienced team of entrepreneurial professionals and scientists from successful biopharmaceutical companies, Confo Therapeutics benefits from the rich scientific and innovative ecosystem in Belgium.

CuraVac Europe

CuraVac Europe

Rixensart

CuraVac is a clinical-stage biotech developing a new class of targeted therapeutic vaccines / immunotherapies for autoimmune diseases. Our first therapeutic vaccine is for myasthenia gravis (MG). Preclinical work is ongoing for other autoimmune diseases including MS and GBS. Future studies will focus on Graves' diease, Hashimoto's disease, Type 1 Diabetes, ...

ExeVir

ExeVir

Ghent, Belgium

ExeVir Bio, a spin out of VIB, is harnessing its Llama-derived antibody (VHH) technology platform to generate robust antiviral therapies providing broad protection against coronaviruses. ExeVir Bio is using a highly innovative and clinically validated VHH technology to develop treatments for viral infections that may pose a significant global threat. Our lead compound, an enhanced variant of VHH72-Fc binds to a unique epitope that is conserved in SARS-CoV-1 and SARS-CoV-2 viruses and this binding prevents these viruses from entering the cell. The importance of this approach is that it could be used both as a therapeutic and prophylactic. Therapeutic use could help slow viral replication in the lungs, reduce inflammation, and give patients valuable time to raise their own productive immune response. Prophylactic use could support the ringfencing of an outbreak, protect healthcare workers, caregivers and support those at increased risk of severe illness from Covid-19.

Fujirebio Diagnostics

Fujirebio Diagnostics

Technologiepark 6, Gent, 9052, BE

Fujirebio is a global leader in the field of high-quality in vitro diagnostics (IVD). We are an R&D-driven company constantly developing new technologies and unique biomarkers with high clinical value. Our group mission is to create new value in healthcare and thereby contribute to human health and the future of medical care. Our global teams located in Japan, Asia, Europe and the US focus on delivering products with the highest quality standards to our customers and partners. We value partnerships with other leading companies in the industry, sharing knowledge, capabilities, and critical materials in order to supply, develop or manufacture diagnostic solutions on a wide variety of platforms. Through this business model, we ensure that the potentially life-changing diagnostic markers meet the largest global need in the shortest possible time. Fujirebio has a strong and long-lasting tradition of collaborating with experts in the worldwide clinical community in the development of high-quality routine and truly novel biomarkers that cover a variety of disease states. Its IVD product lines span the range from specialized manual and automated testing to fully automated routine clinical laboratory testing solutions. Founded in 1950 in Tokyo, Japan, Fujirebio has over the years concluded a number of successful acquisitions of best-in-class IVD companies. Examples include Centocor Diagnostics in 1998, CanAg Diagnostics in 2006 and Innogenetics in 2010. Today, Fujirebio’s global presence includes offices in the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia as well as a vast international distribution network. Fujirebio is today a consolidated subsidiary of H.U. Group Holdings, Inc. (listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange – TYO: 4544) and employs more than 1,200 people in Asia, Europe and America.

Galapagos NV

Galapagos NV

Mechelen, Belgium

Galapagos NV, a clinical-stage biotechnology company, discovers, develops, and commercializes various small molecule medicines. Its clinical stage programs include filgotinib, a JAK1 inhibitor that is in various phases of clinical trials for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, small bowel CD, fistulizing CD, Sjogren's syndrome, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, cutaneous lupus erythematosus, lupus membranous nephropathy, and uveitis. The company's clinical stage programs also comprise GLPG1690, an autotaxin inhibitor that is in ISABELA I and II trials for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), and NOVESA Phase II proof-of-concept trial for systemic sclerosis; and GLPG1205, a GPR84 inhibitor, which is in the PINTA Phase II proof of concept trial for treating IPF. In addition, it engages in the development of GLPG1972, which is in the ROCCELLA Phase 2b trial for treating osteoarthritis; and Toledo molecules, including GLPG3312, GLPG3970, and GLPG4399 for inflammation. The company has collaboration agreements with Gilead Sciences, Inc.; AbbVie S.a r.l.; Novartis Pharma AG; Les Laboratoires Servier and Institut de Recherches Servier; and Ryvu Therapeutics S.A. Galapagos NV was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Mechelen, Belgium.

Montis Biosciences

Montis Biosciences

Gaston Geenslaan 3, Heverlee, Flemish Region 3001, BE

Montis Biosciences is a preclinical-stage biopharmaceutical company advancing innovative therapeutics to treat inflammation-driven neurodegenerative diseases, autoimmune disorders and selected cancers. Leveraging its patient-centric discovery platform, Montis is advancing unique and potent antibodies to bring new treatment options to those patients. Montis’ lead program, MB01, focuses on modulating the multifaceted roles of C1q, the activator of the classical complement pathway and a key immune system mediator in neuroinflammatory and autoimmune disorders. Unlike existing C1q-targeting approaches that focus on blocking the classical complement pathway, Montis has discovered novel anti-C1q antibodies, capable of targeting C1q’s complement-independent functions with or without inhibiting the classical complement cascade. These antibodies hold the potential to offer a paradigm shift in the complement field and to revolutionize treatments for certain neurodegenerative diseases and autoimmune neuropathies. Based on extensive in vitro end in vivo evaluation, Montis is working on selecting the drug candidates and aims to initiate two Phase 1 clinical trials in these indications in 1H 2026. Montis’ second program (MB02) focuses on inhibiting CD93, a novel perivascular target, in lung squamous cell carcinoma (LUSC). A potent drug candidate was selected, holding best-in-class potential in this inflammation-driven and underserved oncology indication. Montis plans to partner this promising asset. Montis is backed by a strong investor syndicate, including Droia Ventures, Pfizer Ventures, Polaris Innovation Fund, ALSA Ventures and VIB, and is led by a team with extensive drug development experience. Contact: info@montisbio.com Our website is currently in an updating phase.

Precirix

Precirix

Brussels, Belgium

PRECIRIX® is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients by developing novel targeted radiopharmaceuticals using camelid single domain antibody fragments. The company is advancing its lead product CAM-H2 through a Phase I/II clinical trial targeting HER2-positive tumors, while further progressing and broadening its oncology pipeline. PRECIRIX' technology platform allows for a theranostic approach, using the same molecule for patient selection (imaging) and therapy.

tebu-bio

tebu-bio

Boechout, Belgium

tebu-bio runs a wide variety ofin vitroassays, in addition to providing specialty reagentsLocated in eight European countries.

UCB

UCB

Brussels, Belgium

UCB – Inspired by patients. Driven by science. At UCB, we put our heart, soul and skills into making a difference for people living with severe diseases. We look to transform patients’ lives by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. With us, our talents makes the most of who they are, unlocking innovation and setting new standards for patients. Everything we do starts with a simple question: “How will this make a difference to the lives of people living with severe diseases?” And to find the answers, we connect globally with patients and their families living with the physical and social burdens of severe disease. These connections give us new perspectives, drive our innovation, and offer a hope for a new generation of therapies that will help to transform lives. UCB – The Facts With approximately 9000 employees in around 40 countries, we are a global biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Brussels, Belgium which invests more than 25% of revenue in cutting-edge scientific research to meet unmet patient needs. A few other reasons that make UCB an amazing place to work: - Promising pipeline that includes several novel molecules; - 2023 Key Financials: € 5.3 billion global revenue Specialties: Neurology, Immunology