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Alaunos buys Velaris, raises $350m for lung drugs

Source: Longevity Technology • Published: 23 Oct 2026, 16:30

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Longevity Technology.

Report on a Florida biotech acquiring a pulmonary hypertension developer and securing $350 million to advance lung-focused therapeutics and related governance changes.

Alaunos buys Velaris, raises $350m for lung drugs
Key Takeaways
  • Alaunos acquired Velaris to add a pulmonary arterial hypertension drug program.
  • The company raised $350 million to fund development through approximately 2029.
  • Fairmount investors would control the board if preferred stock is converted.
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