Science

Science

Leveraging cutting-edge science and technology to identify and propel best-in-class biologics to the clinic.

Paragon employs a breadth of protein engineering technologies to perform biologics discovery and optimization. We have built a team of exceptional leaders in drug discovery and development who work with top-tier partners to develop transformative programs.

Science

We engineer the best drug candidates by applying high-throughput screening systems and optimization techniques.

Science

Our CMC model enables us to rapidly and reliably progress novel treatments from ideation to the clinic.

Science

Our development process allows us to successfully execute highly efficient program timelines with cutting-edge technologies while ensuring quality is never sacrificed.

Pipeline

Fueling a pipeline of best-in-class therapies for a range of diseases.

Our business model centers on bringing therapies to patients as rapidly as possible—once a program or set of programs achieves significant progress, we enable their advancement to the clinic by launching spinout companies, engaging in partnerships with other biopharma companies, or continuing to shape their development in-house at Paragon. Our product pipeline demonstrates our progress, with the leading program in clinical trials less than two years from ideation.

Programs

Discovery

Ind-Enabling

Clinical

Rights/Partner

PR004 (APG777)

Clinical

PR001 (APG808)

Ind-Enabling

PR007 (APG990)

Discovery

PR012 (APG222)

Discovery

Rights/Partner

Apogee

Apogee Therapeutics is the first company to spin out of Paragon in 2022. Apogee is advancing a pipeline of potentially best-in-class product candidates targeting clinically validated biology and well-established development pathways to address the needs of the millions of people living with immunological and inflammatory disorders.

Programs

Discovery

Ind-Enabling

Clinical

Rights/Partner

PR011 (SPY001)

Ind-Enabling

PR010 (SPY002)

Ind-Enabling

PR014 (SPY003)

Discovery

PR015 (SPY004)

Discovery

PR026 (SPY120)

Ind-Enabling

PR022 (SPY130)

Discovery

PR025 (SPY230)

Ind-Enabling

Rights/Partner

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Spyre Therapeutics is the second company formed around technology spun out of Paragon. Established in 2023, Spyre is advancing a pipeline of product candidates that maximize the efficacy, safety, and convenience of treatments for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), combining best-in-class antibody engineering, rational therapeutic combinations, and precision immunology approaches to potentially transform the treatment paradigm.

Programs

Discovery

Ind-Enabling

Clinical

Rights/Partner

PR035 (ORKA001)

Discovery

PR029 (ORKA002)

Discovery

Rights/Partner

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Oruka Therapeutics is the third company formed around technology developed by Paragon. Established in 2024, Oruka is advancing a pipeline of potentially best-in-class biologics that aim to redefine the standard of care for patients with chronic skin diseases, including plaque psoriasis.

Programs

Discovery

Ind-Enabling

Clinical

Rights/Partner

PR002

Ind-Enabling

PR013

Discovery

Rights/Partner

Undisclosed

Programs

Discovery

Ind-Enabling

Clinical

Rights/Partner

Multiple internal programs

Discovery

Discovery

Discovery

Rights/Partner

Paragon

Spinouts

Building successful companies to accelerate therapeutic impact.

We are committed to improving the patient experience through innovation. Our scientific approach and expertise have provided the foundation for several spinout companies devoted to bringing best-in-class treatments to patients living with chronic conditions.

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ABOUT APOGEE THERAPEUTICS

Apogee Therapeutics is a biotechnology company advancing novel, potentially best-in-class therapies to address the needs of the millions of people living with immunological and inflammatory disorders. Apogee is building a pipeline of product candidates targeting clinically validated biology and well-established development pathways. Based in San Francisco, CA, Apogee was founded in 2022 by Fairmount and Venrock Healthcare Capital Partners and is backed by leading healthcare investors. Visit their website for more details.

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ABOUT SPYRE THERAPEUTICS

Spyre Therapeutics is a biotechnology company advancing a robust pipeline of antibody therapeutics with the potential to transform the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Spyre combines best-in-class antibody engineering, rational therapeutic combinations, and precision immunology approaches to maximize efficacy, safety, and convenience of treatments for IBD. The company was founded in 2023 by Fairmount and is based in Waltham, MA. Visit their website for more details.

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ABOUT ORUKA THERAPEUTICS

Oruka Therapeutics is developing novel biologics designed to set a new standard for the treatment of chronic skin diseases. Oruka’s mission is to offer patients suffering from chronic skin diseases like plaque psoriasis the greatest possible freedom from their condition by achieving high rates of complete disease clearance with dosing as infrequently as one or twice a year. Oruka is advancing a proprietary portfolio of potentially best-in-class antibodies that target the core mechanisms underlying plaque psoriasis and other dermatologic and inflammatory diseases. Visit their website for more details.

Team

Dedicated experts with a passion for improving health outcomes.

Paragon is led by a collaborative team of innovators with deep expertise in biologics engineering and development. Our collaboration with FairJourney Biologics expands the reach and capabilities of our team through dedicated antibody discovery experts and resources. Together, we are motivated to tackle some of the toughest disease areas and improve quality of life for patients.

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Evan Thompson, Ph.D.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

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Hussam Shaheen, Ph.D.

HEAD OF RESEARCH

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Keri Lantz

HEAD OF FINANCE

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Damon Banks, Ph.D., J.D.

HEAD OF LEGAL

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Jason Oh, Ph.D.

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF BIOLOGY

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Shawn Russell, Ph.D.

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF CHEMISTRY, MANUFACTURING, AND CONTROLS

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Neta Batscha

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF CORPORATE STRATEGY AND OPERATIONS

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Michael Meehl, Ph.D.

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH

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Petros Psathas, Ph.D.

VICE PRESIDENT OF PRECLINICAL DEVELOPMENT

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Cyrus Stacey

VICE PRESIDENT OF QUALITY

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Joe Russo

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE PLANNING AND ANALYSIS

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Archit Sheth-Shah

SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PORTFOLIO STRATEGY

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Byron Kwan, Ph.D.

DIRECTOR OF BIOTHERAPEUTICS

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Bernard Liu, Ph.D.

DIRECTOR OF BIOTHERAPEUTICS

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Danielle Malloy

DIRECTOR OF LEGAL OPERATIONS

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Daniel Rios, Ph.D.

DIRECTOR OF BIOLOGY

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Pamela Howley

DIRECTOR OF CHEMISTRY, MANUFACTURING, AND CONTROLS

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Andrew Schirmer

Associate Director of Manufacturing

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M. Murshid Alam, Ph.D.

PRINCIPAL SCIENTIST

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Erin Clark, Ph.D.

PRINCIPAL SCIENTIST

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Byong Ha Kang, Ph.D.

PRINCIPAL SCIENTIST

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Jake Milligan, Ph.D.

PRINCIPAL SCIENTIST

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Kevin Kramer, Ph.D.

Senior Scientist

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Lauren Maslin, Ph.D.

SENIOR ASSOCIATE

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Rita Vaz, Ph.D.

SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM AND ALLIANCE MANAGEMENT

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Soraia Oliveira, Ph.D.

Senior Project Manager for Antibody Discovery and Development

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Joana Ministro, Ph.D.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER FOR ANTIBODY DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT

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Joana Vidal Silva

PROJECT MANAGER FOR ANTIBODY DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT

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Mark Heffernan

SENIOR DIRECTOR AND CORPORATE CONTROLLER

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Melissa Donnarummo

Director of Project Accounting

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Jodie Raye

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

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Jill Igoe

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER

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Lauren Gillis

DIRECTOR OF EXECUTIVE ADMINSTRATION

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Sophia Medina

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

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About Us

Paragon was founded by Fairmount in 2021 as the firm’s discovery engine for best-in-class biologics. Leveraging a dedicated in-house team of scientific experts in antibody development, as well as our partnership with FairJourney Biologics, Paragon pursues unique therapeutic concepts and enables their rapid proof-of-concept validation. Fairmount is dedicated to investing in promising new therapies developed by biotechnology and life science companies and works closely with the Paragon team to provide research and strategic direction.

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We are excited about the future as we advance our state-of-the-art science. Come join our team and help us shape the next generation of biologic treatments.

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VALUES

Powered by our dedication and commitment to improve the lives of patients with high unmet needs.

Our values reflect who we are and guide our actions and decisions, empowering everyone to contribute meaningfully to our shared purpose.

Team First

We respect and value each other’s ideas and contributions. We achieve more by working together.

Uphold a High Bar

We build best-in-class therapies that are impactful for patients. We aim to improve with every iteration, striving for long-term excellence.

Experimentalists at Heart

We are open-minded and data-driven. We constantly adapt and evolve as new information emerges.

Bias Toward Action

We work with a sense of urgency to advance therapeutic programs to the clinic rapidly and efficiently.

Keep It Fun

We celebrate our successes and our opportunities to learn. We are passionate about our work and our play.

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