Khondrion Secures $5M Grant to Accelerate Breakthrough Therapies for Mitochondrial Disease

Khondrion is thrilled to announce a significant funding milestone, having successfully raised €5,000,000 to accelerate its mission of delivering transformative therapies to patients afflicted with mitochondrial disease. As a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, Khondrion is at the forefront of pioneering research and development focused on mitochondrial medicine. Founded by the esteemed Professor Jan Smeitink, a world-leader in the field, the company leverages its proprietary science to drive a robust, wholly-owned pipeline of small molecules at various stages of clinical and preclinical development. This latest capital injection will bolster Khondrion’s ambitious strategy, fueling both the rapid advancement of its current candidate, KH176—a potential first-in-class oral small molecule currently in phase IIb clinical development—and numerous other promising projects. KH176, which has earned Orphan Drug Designation in Europe for MELAS spectrum disorders and Leigh disease, as well as in the US for all inherited mitochondrial respiratory chain disorders, exemplifies Khondrion’s commitment to addressing critical unmet needs in rare diseases. The new funds will be pivotal in expanding innovative research initiatives across the company’s diverse portfolio. Supported by an internationally renowned network of clinical and academic collaborators, Khondrion is investing in cutting-edge discovery programs that span the development of novel therapies, biomarkers, diagnostic applications, and advanced read-out technologies. Additionally, enhanced collaboration with patient organizations underscores Khondrion’s dedication to ensuring that research is aligned with patient needs and real-world outcomes. This funding milestone not only strengthens Khondrion’s financial foundation but also reaffirms the company’s visionary approach towards revolutionizing the treatment landscape for mitochondrial diseases and ultimately improving the lives of patients worldwide.