Cara Therapeutics, Inc. is an emerging biopharmaceutical company with an initial commercial presence, dedicated to the development and commercialization of novel pharmaceutical compounds. Its core mission revolves around addressing pruritus (itching) and pain, primarily by selectively modulating kappa opioid receptors, with a particular focus on the United States. The company's therapeutic pipeline features agents designed to interact with the body's peripheral nervous system and immune cells. Its flagship therapy, KORSUVA (difelikefalin) injection, is approved for managing moderate-to-severe pruritus in adult hemodialysis patients suffering from chronic kidney disease (CKD). Beyond this, Cara Therapeutics is advancing Oral KORSUVA (difelikefalin), which has successfully completed Phase II clinical trials for pruritus associated with atopic dermatitis and non-dialysis-dependent chronic kidney disease (NDD-CKD). This oral formulation is also currently undergoing Phase II trials for pruritus linked to chronic liver disease (CLD), specifically primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), and for notalgia paresthetica. Globally, the company has established strategic license agreements: with Maruishi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. for the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of difelikefalin-containing drug products for acute pain and uremic pruritus in Japan; and with Chong Kun Dang Pharmaceutical Corporation for similar activities regarding difelikefalin products in South Korea. Cara Therapeutics, Inc. was established in 2004 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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Tvardi Therapeutics is a biotech company headquartered in Sugar Land, United States. It is publicly listed (0HTC) with a market capitalisation of $24.3M. Xcout tracks 20 named people at Tvardi Therapeutics, including Imran Alibhai (Chief Executive Officer & Director).
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Centrexion Therapeutics Corp. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on identifying, developing, and commercializing novel non-opioid therapeutics for the treatment of chronic pain and painful conditions.
Azitra, Inc. is a pre-clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on developing precise treatments for various dermatological conditions. They innovate by utilizing engineered proteins and live biotherapeutic products to address skin diseases. The company's pipeline features several key therapeutic candidates: ATR-12: A genetically modified strain of S. epidermidis intended to treat Netherton syndrome, a specific skin disorder. ATR-04: Another modified S. epidermidis strain, designed to alleviate the papulopustular rash commonly experienced by cancer patients undergoing epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor therapy. ATR-01: An engineered recombinant human filaggrin protein developed for the treatment of ichthyosis vulgaris, another dermatological ailment. Founded in 2014, Azitra, Inc. operates from its headquarters in Branford, Connecticut.
A clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing biotherapeutics for immune-mediated diseases using its ATTOBODY biologics platform. The company's lead candidate, ATTO-1310, targets interleukin-31 (IL-31), known as the 'itch cytokine,' for the treatment of chronic pruritic diseases including atopic dermatitis. Its pipeline also includes multi-specific candidates for other inflammatory diseases.
Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical firm operating in the United States, is currently in the clinical development phase, focused on creating novel therapeutic agents for various immune-inflammatory conditions. The company's operations are divided into two primary divisions: the Therapeutics segment, dedicated to discovering and progressing innovative treatments to address crucial unmet needs in immuno-inflammatory disorders; and the Contract Research segment, which delivers specialized laboratory services. The company's pipeline features several investigational compounds. Among these is Zunsemetinib, an MK2 inhibitor, being developed to treat moderate to severe cases of rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and hidradenitis suppurativa. Another significant candidate is ATI-1777, a soft JAK 1/3 inhibitor, intended for the management of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis. Additionally, Aclaris is advancing ATI-2138, an ITK/TXK/JAK3 inhibitor, as a potential intervention for T cell-mediated autoimmune diseases; a Gut-Biased Program targeting inflammatory bowel disease; and ATI-2231, an MK2 inhibitor, for the treatment of pancreatic and metastatic breast cancer. Established in 2012, Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc. has its corporate headquarters situated in Wayne, Pennsylvania.
Zevra Therapeutics, Inc., founded in 2006 and based in Celebration, Florida, is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative treatments for rare diseases. The company employs its proprietary Ligand Activated Therapy (LAT) technology to create novel prodrug versions of existing FDA-approved medications or to enable new applications for other compounds, primarily addressing serious medical conditions within the United States. Zevra's development pipeline is strategically concentrated on high-unmet-need therapeutic areas, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), stimulant use disorder, and various rare central nervous system (CNS) conditions, such as idiopathic hypersomnia (IH). Their lead product candidate, KP1077, which is a prodrug of d-methylphenidate (known as serdexmethylphenidate), is currently in Phase II clinical trials for the treatment of both IH and narcolepsy. Another key prodrug candidate, KP879, is also advancing through Phase II studies for stimulant use disorder. In addition to its pipeline, Zevra has successfully secured FDA approval for two products: AZSTARYS, a once-daily treatment for ADHD in patients aged six years and older, and APADAZ, an immediate-release combination product containing benzhydrocodone (a prodrug of hydrocodone) and acetaminophen. The company's product portfolio also includes arimoclomol, and it holds collaboration and licensing agreements with KVK-Tech, Inc. and Commave Therapeutics SA. Formerly known as KemPharm, Inc., the company officially rebranded to Zevra Therapeutics, Inc. in February 2023.
Connect Biopharma Holdings Limited is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and advancing immune modulators. Its primary objective is to develop treatments for serious autoimmune diseases and various inflammatory conditions. The company's lead investigational therapy is CBP-201, an anti-interleukin-4 receptor alpha antibody. This candidate is currently in Phase IIb clinical trials, targeting inflammatory allergic diseases such as atopic dermatitis, asthma, and chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Additionally, Connect Biopharma's pipeline includes CBP-307, a small molecule designed to modulate sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor 1. This receptor plays a crucial role in regulating T cell movement from lymph nodes into the bloodstream. CBP-307 is in Phase II development for treating autoimmune-related inflammatory disorders. Another preclinical-stage asset, CBP-174, is an orally administered small molecule histamine receptor 3 antagonist, being investigated for chronic pruritus (itch) associated with skin inflammation. The portfolio also features CBP-233, a humanized antibody in preclinical development that targets interleukin-33, a cytokine recognized for its involvement in T helper 2 inflammation. Established in 2012, the company maintains its headquarters in Taicang, China.
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