Akanocure Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Where novel chemistry and innovative drug design come together to tackle orphan and unmet needs in cancer.

Founded 2015

West Lafayette, United States 3 employees Grant Total: $1.99M Health Care, Health and Wellness +1

Akanocure Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a pharmaceutical company founded in 2015 in the United States that focuses on addressing orphan and unmet needs in cancer treatment. The company's slogan, "Where novel chemistry and innovative drug design come together to tackle orphan and unmet needs in cancer," reflects its dedication to pioneering drug development. Akanocure's unique approach combines a passion for drug design with an innovative chemistry platform, aiming to create novel small molecules that can positively impact the lives of cancer patients. Their primary mission is to discover therapeutic approaches that can effectively block metastatic processes, which are responsible for 90% of cancer deaths. Akanocure Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has successfully integrated advanced chemical methodologies with classic drug discovery expertise, fostering a company culture driven by collaboration and partnership. By bringing together a team of experts with industry leaders, academia, and government, Akanocure is actively developing groundbreaking drugs that have the potential to make a significant difference in the lives of cancer patients. Their most recent investment of $5.00K came in the form of a grant from First Flight Venture Center on 10 August 2022, underlining the recognition and support they have garnered from the investment community. With a clear vision and strong industry connections, Akanocure Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a promising player in the Health Care and Pharmaceutical sectors, poised to make a meaningful impact in the field of oncology.

Funding Stage	Amount	Investors	Lead Investors	Date
Grant	$5.00K	1	First Flight Venture Center	10 Aug 2022
Grant	$256.00K	1	National Science Foundation	27 Jan 2021
Grant	$100.00K	1	Elevate Ventures	01 Jan 2021
Grant	$800.00K	1	National Science Foundation	18 Mar 2020
Grant	$50.00K	-		01 Jul 2018
Grant	$225.00K	1	National Science Foundation	01 Jan 2018
Pre Seed Round	$50.00K	1	Purdue Ag-celerator	22 May 2017
Pre Seed Round	$500.00K	2	Elevate Ventures, Purdue Foundry	15 Jun 2015

Funding Stage

Amount

Investors

Lead Investors

Date

Grant

$5.00K

First Flight Venture Center

10 Aug 2022

Grant

$256.00K

National Science Foundation

27 Jan 2021

Grant

$100.00K

Elevate Ventures

01 Jan 2021

Grant

$800.00K

National Science Foundation

18 Mar 2020

Grant

$50.00K

01 Jul 2018

Grant

$225.00K

National Science Foundation

01 Jan 2018

Pre Seed Round

$50.00K

Purdue Ag-celerator

22 May 2017

Pre Seed Round

$500.00K

Elevate Ventures, Purdue Foundry

15 Jun 2015

FAQ About Akanocure Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Where novel chemistry and innovative drug design come together to tackle orphan and unmet needs in cancer.

Akanocure Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was founded in 2015.

Akanocure Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is headquartered in West Lafayette, United States.

Akanocure Pharmaceuticals, Inc. operates in Health Care, Health and Wellness and Pharmaceutical. Its work centres on drug development, oncology, cancer research and metastasis prevention.

Akanocure Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has approximately 3 employees.

Akanocure Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has completed 8 funding rounds, raising a total of $1.99M. The latest funding stage is Grant.

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