Nanocure
About
Nanocure, established in 2015 in Tel Aviv, Israel, is an innovative nanomedicine company focused on developing next-generation cancer therapies through advanced nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems. The company's proprietary platform leverages the unique properties of engineered nanoparticles to achieve precise targeting of cancer cells while minimizing damage to healthy tissue, addressing one of the most significant challenges in oncology treatment. Nanocure's targeted nanoparticle therapeutics are designed to overcome the limitations of conventional chemotherapy, which often causes severe side effects due to non-selective distribution throughout the body. The company's nanoparticle formulations utilize sophisticated surface modifications, including targeting ligands and stealth coatings, to enhance circulation time, improve tumor accumulation through the enhanced permeability and retention effect, and facilitate active targeting to specific cancer cell markers. This multifaceted approach enables higher drug concentrations at tumor sites while reducing systemic exposure and associated toxicities. The technology platform is versatile, capable of encapsulating various therapeutic agents including small molecule drugs, peptides, and nucleic acids, making it applicable to multiple cancer types and treatment modalities. Nanocure's nanoparticles are engineered at the nanoscale (typically 10-200 nanometers) to optimize biological interactions, cellular uptake, and intracellular drug release. The company has secured over $15 million in funding to advance its pipeline through preclinical and clinical development stages. Israel's strong biotechnology ecosystem and expertise in nanomedicine provide Nanocure with access to world-class research facilities, clinical networks, and regulatory support. As cancer treatment increasingly moves toward personalized medicine and targeted therapies, Nanocure's nanoparticle platform represents a significant advancement in delivering more effective and safer cancer treatments, positioning the company as an important player in the rapidly evolving field of cancer nanotherapy.
Company Details
- Type
- commercial
- Employees
- 10-50
- Funding
- $15M+
Key Products
- Targeted Nanoparticle Therapeutics