John Trzupek

Abata Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotech company based in Watertown, MA. Abata Therapeutics is focused on developing engineered Treg cell therapies for severe autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The American company's lead programs are in ind-enabling studies for progressive multiple sclerosis and type 1 diabetes, both of which are tissue-specific autoimmune diseases with significant unmet needs. The company has developed a differentiated product engine to create tissue-specific, robust, and durable therapies. Abata Therapeutics was launched by Third Rock Ventures, with participation from a diverse syndicate of investors, including ElevateBio, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Invus, Samsara Biocapital, and the JDRF T1D Fund. The company was founded in 2021 by Richard Ransohoff and the CEO is Samantha Singer.