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K2 Therapeutics

Singapore-based biotech founded by MPM BioImpact in 2024 that sources first- and best-in-class drug candidates globally and develops them in-house through a hub-and-spoke model; the $50M seed supports a portfolio of eight programs spanning ADCs, bispecific T-cell engagers and cell therapy, with disclosed programs including KTT-001, a PRAME-targeted cell therapy for solid tumors.

Headquarters

Singapore

Year Founded

2024

Founders

Founded by MPM BioImpact; Ying Huang (CEO since 2026), Frank Neumann (CMO)

Country

Singapore

Financial Information

Funding Stage

Seed

Recent Funding

$50M

Funding By

MPM BioImpact

Core Technology

Hub-and-spoke development engine sourcing assets across modalities and geographies

Product Type

Drug

Pipeline Stage (Very Important)

Discovery to IND-enabling (8-program portfolio)

Regulatory Status

  • IND Filed: No
  • FDA/EMA Status: N/A
  • Clinical Trial Registration: N/A
  • Patents / IP Status: In-licensed assets under a global sourcing model

Partnerships

Pharma Collaborations

MPM BioImpact (founder and sole seed investor)

Academic / Hospital Tie-ups

Not disclosed

CRO/CDMO Partnerships

Not disclosed

Market & Differentiation

Cross-regional development of in-licensed assets with disciplined, portfolio-scale execution