Gero, founded in 2018, is an AI-driven drug discovery company focused on therapies targeting age-related diseases. The company is headquartered in the United States and operates at the intersection of AI, Biotechnology, Insurtech, and Pharmaceutical industries.
At its core, Gero aims to eliminate age-related diseases by leveraging AI to build clinically relevant disease phenotypes using real-world human data. By identifying diseases with shared biology, Gero is able to apply whole exome sequencing (WES) to discover novel targets that can be beneficial across multiple indications, enhancing drug discovery efficiency.
The company recently secured a $6.00M Series A investment, dated 01 October 2023, with backing from investors including VitaDAO, Melnichek Investments LTD, and Leo Lozner. This funding signifies confidence in Gero's innovative approach and its potential to revolutionize treatment paradigms in the pharmaceutical industry.