On 21 March, Imago BioSciences, Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing innovative treatments for myeloid diseases, announced a $40 million Series B financing led by Omega Funds, a GJE client and leading international investment firm that creates and invests in life sciences companies.
Proceeds from the financing will be used to advance the research and clinical development program of therapeutics for myelofibrosis and other myeloid neoplasms.
Gill Jennings & Every LLP provided advice on the IP-related aspects of the transaction.
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