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Xaira, Led by CEO Marc Tessier-Lavigne, Raises $1B for RFdiffusion Tech

Apr 25, 2024, 12:25 AM

Xaira, a new biotechnology company, has successfully raised over $1 billion in committed capital, marking one of the largest funding rounds in biotech history. The company, led by CEO Marc Tessier-Lavigne, is set to focus on next-generation technology in biopharma, leveraging AI and RFdiffusion from David Baker's lab. The funding round saw participation from major venture capital firms including Arch, Foresite, F-Prime, NEA, Sequoia, Lux, Lightspeed, and Two Sigma. This significant financial backing underscores the growing interest and investment in tech-driven biopharma solutions.