Gesynta Pharma AB

Gesynta Pharma AB, a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company based in Sweden, has raised an additional SEK 43 million in its Series B second closing, bringing the total to SEK 347 million. This funding round saw new investments from HealthCap and Hadean Growth Fund, led by Innovestor Life Science. The funds will support the Phase 3 program preparation for vipoglanstat, a drug aimed at treating endometriosis, a condition affecting 190 million women worldwide. Gesynta Pharma has also strengthened its board with the addition of Kristina Ekberg from HealthCap, and independent directors Cristina Csimma and David Colpman. Vipoglanstat is a non-hormonal, non-opioid treatment targeting the enzyme mPGES-1, showing promise in reducing pain and lesions in endometriosis. A Phase 2 clinical trial involving 190 patients across Europe is planned for 2025. The company's shareholders include Nordic, European, and US investors.

Gesynta Pharma AB, a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, has appointed Eva Johnsson as its new Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Clinical Development. Eva Johnsson, who has extensive experience in clinical drug development and medical affairs, previously worked at Grünenthal and AstraZeneca R&D. She is also an associate professor at the University of Gothenburg. Gesynta Pharma is preparing a Phase II clinical trial for vipoglanstat, a new treatment for endometriosis, a chronic inflammatory disease affecting women. The trial will involve around 190 patients across Europe. Patric Stenberg, CEO of Gesynta Pharma, expressed confidence in Eva's ability to enhance the company's clinical development capabilities. As Eva Johnsson takes on her new role, Charlotte Edenius will transition to a strategic position as VP R&D Strategy. Gesynta Pharma focuses on developing treatments targeting the enzyme mPGES-1, with vipoglanstat being their lead compound. The company is also preparing GS-073 for clinical trials for chronic inflammatory pain. Gesynta Pharma's shareholders include Hadean Ventures, Industrifonden, and Innovestor Life Science.

Gesynta Pharma AB has secured SEK 304 million in a Series B financing round led by Innovestor Life Science. The funds will support a Phase II clinical trial of vipoglanstat, a non-hormonal drug candidate for treating endometriosis, a chronic inflammatory disease affecting 190 million women worldwide. The trial aims to address the inadequacies of current treatments, which often have significant side effects. The financing attracted new European and U.S. investors and existing shareholders. The trial will enroll about 190 patients to evaluate the drug's efficacy and safety. Gesynta Pharma's research focuses on targeting mPGES-1, an enzyme involved in inflammatory processes. The company also plans to develop another drug candidate, GS-073, for chronic inflammatory pain.