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Orna Acquires ReNAgade, Bringing Their Shared RNA Interests Under One Roof

Start-Ups Have Raised More Than $700m Already

 
• By Mandy Jackson

Orna emerged in 2021 with its circular RNA platform and ReNAgade launched in 2023 to deliver RNA to new tissues, both backed by MPM BioImpact, but they have been partners for years.

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Two RNA technology specialists created by venture capital investor MPM BioImpact and launched with large amounts of money to pursue their ambitious ideas will bring their shared economic interests under one roof. Orna Therapeutics, Inc. will acquire ReNAgade Therapeutics, just one year after the latter firm emerged with $300m in series A cash, the companies announced on 23 May.

Key Takeaways

  • Orna Therapeutics will acquire its RNA delivery partner ReNAgade Therapeutics; financial terms of the deal are undisclosed.

None of the deal’s financial terms were disclosed, but Orna and ReNAgade have been working together for a few years...

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