Genesis Therapeutics (rebranded Genesis Molecular AI) is a Burlingame, California-based biotech company that uses proprietary deep learning and graph neural network models to design novel small-molecule therapeutics. The company was founded in 2019 by Stanford PhD Evan Feinberg as a spinout of computational drug-discovery research from Stanford University, building on Feinberg's PotentialNet work. Its core platform, the Genesis Exploration of Molecular Space (GEMS), pairs generative and predictive AI models with a wet-lab and in-house medicinal chemistry team in San Diego to advance an internal pipeline against high-value, historically undruggable targets, while also powering multi-target collaborations with large pharmaceutical partners. Strategic partners include Eli Lilly (2022, up to ~$670M in upfront and milestones across multiple targets), Genentech/Roche (2020, multi-target AI drug-discovery deal), Gilead Sciences (2024) and Incyte (2025, $30M upfront on two initial targets). Genesis is backed by Andreessen Horowitz Bio + Health, Rock Springs Capital, T. Rowe Price, Fidelity, BlackRock, NVIDIA's NVentures, Menlo Ventures, Radical Ventures and Felicis Ventures, among others.
Company data and valuation marks are estimates and may be incomplete, stale, erroneous, or revised.
Founded
2019
Employees
140–160
Total Funding
$319M
3 rounds
Total raised $319M across 3 rounds
Funding data and valuation marks are estimates and may be incomplete, stale, erroneous, or revised.
Last updated 06-25-2026
Latest Round
Type
Strategic Equity
Date
November 13, 2024
Amount
$67M
Valuation
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Lead Investors
| Date | Round | Amount Raised | Valuation | Lead Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 13, 2024 | Strategic Equity | $67M | — | NVentures |
| August 1, 2023 | Series B | $200M | — | Fidelity Management |
| August 1, 2020 | Series A | $52M | — | Rock Springs Capital |
Evan Feinberg
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Shifeng Pan
Chief Scientific Officer
Aleksandra Faust
Chief AI Officer
Will McCarthy
Chief Business Officer
Alla Ivanova
Senior Vice President of Engineering
Sergey Edunov
Senior Vice President of Foundation Models
Paul A. Friedman
Chairman of the Board
Ben Sklaroff
Co-founder
Competitor list is illustrative and may be incomplete, stale, or erroneous.
Recursion Pharmaceuticals
Publicly traded AI drug discovery company combining high-throughput phenomics imaging with ML; merged with Exscientia in 2024 to extend into automated molecular design, the closest scaled rival to Genesis' AI-native discovery model.
Schrodinger
Public computational chemistry leader whose physics-based and ML platform underpins both internal pipeline assets and licensing/collaboration deals (e.g., Takeda's TYK2 inhibitor zasocitinib in Phase 3).
Insilico Medicine
Hong Kong/US generative-AI drug discovery company with the most clinically advanced AI-discovered small molecule (rentosertib, TNIK inhibitor for IPF) and an active IPO track.
Isomorphic Labs
Alphabet-spinout AI drug discovery company built on AlphaFold; competes for top ML talent and pharma collaborations (Lilly, Novartis) in AI-driven small-molecule design.
Xaira Therapeutics
ARCH/Foresite-backed AI biotech launched in 2024 with $1B+ in funding and David Baker's generative protein-design models, a well-capitalized direct competitor for AI-native therapeutic development.
Iambic Therapeutics
San Diego-based AI drug discovery company (formerly Entos) using physics-informed deep learning and an internal oncology pipeline, a close peer to Genesis on small-molecule AI discovery.
No. Genesis Molecular AI is a private company and does not have a public stock ticker or trade on a public stock exchange. Its shares are generally held by founders, employees, investors, and other private shareholders. Buyers and sellers may be able to transact in Genesis Molecular AI shares through private secondary transactions, but any transaction depends on share availability, buyer and seller agreement, transfer restrictions, company approval rights, and any applicable right of first refusal. There is no guarantee that Genesis Molecular AI will complete an IPO or other liquidity event.
Yes, it is sometimes possible to buy Genesis Molecular AI shares pre-IPO through private secondary transactions. This depends on finding a willing seller, company approval, and satisfying any transfer restrictions or rights of first refusal.
Buyers interested in buying Genesis Molecular AI shares on the secondary market typically do so through SetterVC and other secondary-market platforms, subject to eligibility requirements, share availability, transfer restrictions, and issuer approval. Buyers may need to satisfy sophistication, accreditation, institutional, platform, regulatory, or other eligibility requirements before participating. Once eligible, buyers may be able to view listings, make bids, and work with a licensed broker through the transaction process. Buyers should ensure they have appropriate legal and financial advisors guiding them before completing any transaction.
Genesis Molecular AI's latest disclosed funding round was a Strategic Equity round in November 13, 2024. The round raised approximately $67M, with NVentures listed as disclosed lead or major investors. Primary funding rounds are different from secondary transactions: in a primary round, capital goes to the company, while in a secondary transaction, investors buy existing shares from current shareholders. Funding-round data reflects publicly reported or collected information and may be incomplete.
Genesis Molecular AI has raised approximately $319M in disclosed funding across 3 rounds. These figures reflect primary capital raised by the company and do not include every possible secondary transaction, undisclosed round, debt facility, or private transfer. Reported funding totals can change as new rounds are announced or older round details are corrected. Eligible users can use SetterVC to track Genesis Molecular AI's funding history alongside private-market activity where available.
Genesis Molecular AI's disclosed investors include Fidelity Management & Research Company, Menlo Ventures, Radical Ventures, Rock Springs Capital, T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. and Black Rock. Investor lists are based on public reporting, company announcements, and collected funding-round data, and may be incomplete. Participation in a prior funding round does not mean those investors are currently buying or selling shares. On SetterVC, eligible users can review Genesis Molecular AI's funding history, valuation history, and private-market activity alongside other venture-backed companies.
Genesis Molecular AI's most-cited competitors include Recursion Pharmaceuticals, Schrodinger, Insilico Medicine, Isomorphic Labs, Xaira Therapeutics and Iambic Therapeutics. Investors often compare these companies by sector, product focus, valuation, funding raised, growth signals, investor base, and private-market activity.
Secondary-market demand for Genesis Molecular AI shares can be affected by company performance, revenue growth, profitability, funding history, valuation, investor interest, sector momentum, public-market conditions, expected timing of a liquidity event, and the availability of shares for sale. Demand can also be affected by transfer restrictions, company approval rights, right of first refusal processes, limited information, and the price expectations of buyers and sellers. Strong demand does not guarantee strong pricing, liquidity, or investment returns. Weak demand does not necessarily reflect the company's long-term prospects. Demand signals should not be treated as a recommendation or prediction of investment performance. Buyers and sellers should treat demand signals as informational and conduct their own diligence before transacting.
Sellers often rely on intermediaries and platforms, such as SetterVC and other secondary-market platforms, to identify potential buyers. The exact process varies by company and transaction, but sellers often begin by confirming their ownership, desired price, transferability, and any company approval or notice requirements. If the seller agrees with a buyer on acceptable price and terms, the company may need to be notified through a share transfer notice or similar process. If a right of first refusal, company approval right, or other transfer restriction applies, the seller may need to wait until that process is completed. The parties may then execute a purchase and sale agreement, complete required transfer documentation, and close if all required conditions are satisfied. Sellers should always seek proper legal and financial advice before completing the transaction.
Yes, current and former Genesis Molecular AI employees, early investors, and other existing shareholders may be able to sell vested shares before an IPO through a private secondary sale. This is not automatic; it depends on whether the shareholder has transferable shares, whether there is buyer demand, and whether the company's governing documents permit the transfer. Many companies require prior notice, company approval, or a right of first refusal before shares can be sold. Sellers should also seek proper legal and financial advice before proceeding.
A Genesis Molecular AI secondary transaction usually involves an existing shareholder selling shares to a buyer before a public listing. The buyer and seller typically agree on price, number of shares, share class, and closing conditions. The seller may then need to notify Genesis Molecular AI through a share transfer notice or similar process. If Genesis Molecular AI or existing investors have approval rights, transfer restrictions, or a right of first refusal, those steps may need to be completed before the transfer can close. The parties typically enter into a purchase and sale agreement, complete any required transfer documentation, and close only if the necessary conditions are satisfied. Timing and certainty can vary by company and transaction.
In most private secondary transactions, parties commonly use a purchase and sale agreement that outlines price, terms, and conditions. They may also use share transfer documentation, often a stock transfer notice, share transfer notice, transfer instruction, or similar document, along with any required company approval or right of first refusal materials. Proof of ownership, such as a cap table entry, share certificate, brokerage statement, issuer confirmation, or administrator confirmation, may also be important. Buyers often request recent company financials, but private companies may limit disclosure. Since every deal varies, buyers and sellers should consult legal and financial advisors to understand which documents are needed.
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Private secondary shares are typically illiquid. Unlike public stocks, there is no active public market, so selling them can be difficult and time-consuming. Sales depend on finding a willing buyer and often require company approval. Investors should be prepared to hold the shares for an extended period, with no guarantee of a future sale. Always assess your need for liquidity before investing.
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Before buying Genesis Molecular AI shares, a buyer should try to review the share class, price per share, implied valuation, transfer restrictions, ROFR process, company approval rights, seller ownership evidence, recent financing or tender-offer information, available financial information, information rights, resale restrictions, tax considerations, and expected liquidity paths. Not all information may be available for a private company. Buyers should confirm available diligence, process details, and information needs with their own legal, tax, and investment advisers.
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