Rome Therapeutics

BiotechnologySeries BBoston, USrometx.com

Latest round

Series B

Last raised

Jun 2023

Total raised

$199M

Investors

14

About Rome Therapeutics

Rome Therapeutics is a biotechnology firm founded in 2020, located in Boston, US, specializing in treatments for diseases associated with the dark genome. The company has not undergone significant business pivots or changes since its inception. Founded by Benjamin Greenbaum and David Ting, the current CEO is Rosana Kapeller.ROME Therapeutics specializes in pioneering innovative treatments that target the previously underexplored regions of the human genome, referred to as the dark genome. Their core product offerings focus on the development of proprietary therapies that inhibit LINE-1 reverse transcriptase, a protein linked to various diseases including autoimmune disorders, cancer, and neurodegenerative conditions. Their lead program aims to leverage insights gained from their advanced data science platform and extensive knowledge of repeat biology to create breakthrough therapies. The company’s products are still in the preclinical stages, with promising results demonstrated in models of Parkinson’s disease and other related conditions.Information regarding the revenue structure of ROME Therapeutics is not publicly disclosed; however, the company engages in transactions through partnerships with research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare providers. Additionally, the company explores B2B arrangements for product development and testing, potentially leading to licensing agreements once the therapies are commercialized.In June 2023, Rome Therapeutics, Inc. The company plans to launch new products targeting the dark genome and is focused on expanding its presence in North America and Europe, particularly targeting healthcare providers and research institutions.

Who invested in Rome Therapeutics

14 investors across 3 rounds

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Funding rounds

  1. Series B

    Jun 6, 2023

    Amount

    $72M

    Investors

    Locked

  2. Series B

    Sep 14, 2021

    Amount

    $77M

    Investors

    Locked

  3. Series A

    Apr 24, 2019

    Amount

    $50M

    Investors

    Locked

Questions about Rome Therapeutics

Who invested in Rome Therapeutics?

Rome Therapeutics has 14 investors on record across 3 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.

How much funding has Rome Therapeutics raised?

Rome Therapeutics has raised 3 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.

When did Rome Therapeutics last raise money?

Rome Therapeutics's most recent round on record is a Series B, in Jun 2023.

What does Rome Therapeutics do?

Rome Therapeutics is a biotechnology firm founded in 2020, located in Boston, US, specializing in treatments for diseases associated with the dark genome.

Where is Rome Therapeutics headquartered?

Rome Therapeutics is headquartered in Boston, US.

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