Curza

Small molecule therapeutics R&D company focused on developing new drugs to combat antibiotic resistance

General Information
Company Name
Curza
Founded Year
2013
Location (Offices)
Founders / Decision Makers
Number of Employees
17
Industries
Biotechnology, Health Care, Health and Wellness
Funding Stage
Series Unknown
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Curza - Company Profile

Curza is a small molecule therapeutics R&D company founded in 2013, with a primary focus on developing new drugs to combat antibiotic resistance. With the slogan "Small molecule therapeutics R&D company focused on developing new drugs to combat antibiotic resistance," Curza has positioned itself as a major player in the biotechnology and health care industries.

Curza has made significant strides in the field, having developed a novel class of antibiotics that demonstrate activity and selectivity against Gram-negative pathogens. This innovation has garnered attention and investment, with the company securing a noteworthy $5.25M Venture Round investment on 25 July 2019, with the Repair Impact Fund as the contributing investor.

As the threat of antibiotic resistance continues to rise, Curza's dedication to pioneering new therapeutic solutions positions the company as a key player in addressing this critical global health concern. With its innovative approach and financial backing, Curza stands poised to make a significant impact in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

Taxonomy: Small molecule therapeutics, Antibiotic resistance, Gram-negative pathogens, Infectious diseases, Oncology, ESKAPE pathogens, Drug-resistant bacteria, Broad spectrum antibiotics, Ribosome targeting, Antimicrobial development, Biofilms, Tuberculosis, Cystic fibrosis, Lyme disease

Funding Rounds & Investors of Curza (8)

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Funding Stage Amount No. Investors Investors Date
Venture Round $5.25M 1 25 Jul 2019
Grant $4.00M 1 16 Feb 2018
Grant $4.34M 1 National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases 01 Jul 2017
Grant $1.50M 2 National Institute of General Medical Science, American Chemical Society 01 Sep 2016
Grant $1.10M 1 U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs 01 Aug 2016

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