Vor Bio

Vor Bio

Develops targeted therapies for blood cancers

About Vor Bio

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Why Vor Bio is rated
B
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated A on Rating Differentiation

Industries

Biotechnology

Healthcare

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$147.9M

Headquarters

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Founded

2015

Overview

Vor Biopharma focuses on developing treatments for blood cancers, particularly Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Their approach is designed to protect healthy cells while specifically targeting and eliminating cancerous cells. This method aims to improve the effectiveness of blood cancer treatments. Vor Biopharma serves patients with blood cancers, their caregivers, and medical professionals in hospitals and oncology centers. Unlike many competitors, Vor Biopharma emphasizes a strong research and development (R&D) strategy, investing in scientific research to create a proprietary platform and pipeline of therapies. They generate revenue through partnerships with other pharmaceutical companies and licensing agreements, with the goal of commercializing their therapies after obtaining regulatory approval. The company's mission is to transform the treatment landscape for blood cancers by providing innovative therapies that prioritize patient safety.

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What believers are saying

  • Recent $55.6M funding supports clinical trials and extends cash runway to 2025.
  • FDA's acceptance of gene therapies may ease approval for Vor Bio's treatments.
  • Advancements in CRISPR technology enhance precision of Vor Bio's gene editing.

What critics are saying

  • Significant YTD price decline of -62.76% may affect investor confidence.
  • Key clinical trial data updates are not expected until 2025, causing uncertainty.
  • Increased competition from companies like Editas Medicine poses potential conflicts.

What makes Vor Bio unique

  • Vor Bio focuses on protecting healthy cells while targeting cancerous ones.
  • The company specializes in innovative treatments for blood cancers like AML.
  • Vor Bio's approach aligns with the rise of personalized medicine.

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Funding

Total Funding

$147.9M

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Industry Average

Funded Over

4 Rounds

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Commuter Benefits

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 1%

1 year growth

↑ 3%

2 year growth

↑ 10%
Street Insider
Jan 8th, 2025
Vor Biopharma (VOR) Appoints Erez Kalir to its Board

Vor Bio (Nasdaq: VOR), a clinical-stage cell and genome engineering company, today announced the appointment of Mr. Erez Kalir to its Board of Directors.

Vor Bio
Dec 30th, 2024
Vor Bio Announces $55.6 Million Private Placement | Vor Bio

Intend to announce updated clinical data from Phase 1/2 VBP301 trial of VCAR33 ALLO in the first half of 2025 and updated clinical data from Phase 1/2a VBP101 trial of trem-cel in combination with Mylotarg in the second half of 2025 Extends cash runway through release of updated data from VBP101

Benzinga
Dec 27th, 2024
Vor Bio Secures $55.6M in Funding

Vor Biopharma announced a $55.6 million private placement led by Reid Hoffman, with participation from RA Capital Management. The deal involves issuing 55,871,260 shares and warrants for 69,839,075 shares at $0.99425 each. Warrants have a $0.838 exercise price, potentially adding $58.5 million. The funds will support clinical trials, with data updates expected in 2025. The PIPE is set to close on December 30, 2024, pending customary conditions.

GlobeNewswire
May 7th, 2024
Dbv Technologies Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results And Business Update

Montrouge, France, May 7, 2024DBV Technologies Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Business UpdateVITESSE enrollment on track to screen last patient by Q3 2024Appointment of Robert Pietrusko, PharmD to Chief Regulatory OfficerQ1 2024 closes with a cash balance of $101.5 millionDBV Technologies (Euronext: DBV – ISIN: FR0010417345 – Nasdaq Stock Market: DBVT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on treatment options for food allergies and other immunologic conditions with significant unmet medical need, today reported financial results for the first quarter 2024. The quarterly financial statements were approved by the Board of Directors on May 7, 2024.Recent Business DevelopmentsClinical and Regulatory UpdateEnrollment for VITESSE, DBV’s Phase 3 pivotal study of the modified Viaskin Peanut patch in children ages 4 through 7 years with peanut allergy passed the halfway point for recruitment in Q1 and continues to be on track to screen the last patient by Q3 2024. VITESSE is a trial evaluating efficacy and safety in approximately 600 subjects (randomized 2:1) with 86 participating sites in US, Canada, Europe, UK and Australia.“We are pleased with VITESSE enrollment rates and thrilled that our sites in Europe and the UK are actively enrolling subjects and have increased the momentum for VITESSE,” said Pharis Mohideen, M.D. Chief Medical Officer at DBV Technologies. “This comes on the heels of the February AAAAI meeting where there was tremendous interest in Viaskin Peanut and standing room only, record breaking attendance at our product theatre “Importance of Early Intervention for Peanut Allergy.”The Company submitted the protocol for its COMFORT Toddlers supplemental safety study in 1 through 3-year-olds to the FDA on November 9, 2023. The Company and the FDA are engaged in ongoing dialogue related to the program.Appointment of Robert Pietrusko, Chief Regulatory OfficerDBV has strengthened its regulatory expertise by appointing Robert Pietrusko, PharmD, to the position of Chief Regulatory Officer

Street Insider
May 3rd, 2024
Vor Biopharma (VOR) Appoints Fouad Namouni to its Board

Vor Bio (Nasdaq: VOR), a clinical-stage cell and genome engineering company, today announced the appointment of Fouad Namouni, M.D., to its Board of Directors.

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