Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of transformative cell and exosome-based therapeutics for the treatment and prevention of a spectrum of diseases and disorders. Its lead candidate, CAP-1002, an allogeneic cardiac-derived cell therapy, has completed a Phase III clinical trial for the treatment of patients with late-stage Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and is in a Phase II clinical trial for the treatment of cytokine storm associated with SARS-CoV-2. The company also develops CAP-2003, which is in pre-clinical development for the treatment of trauma-related injuries and conditions, as well as two vaccine candidates in development for the potential prevention of COVID-19. Capricor collaborates with Lonza Houston, Inc. for the clinical manufacturing of CAP-1002, its cell therapy candidate for the treatment of DMD and other indications. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
| Symbol | CAPR |
|---|---|
| Exchange | NASDAQ |
| Sector | Healthcare |
| Industry | Biotechnology |
| CEO | Linda Marbán |
| Employees | 231 |
| Headquarters | San Diego, CA, US |
| IPO | 2007-02-13 |
| Website | www.capricor.com |