AboutBIOCYTOGEN
Biocytogen (SSE:688796; HKEX: 02315) is a global biotechnology company that drives the research and development of novel antibody-based drugs with innovative technologies. Founded on gene editing technology, Biocytogen has established a dual-engine platform combining a fully human antibody library with an extensive target-humanized mouse model portfolio, enabling a systematic approach to accelerating global drug discovery and development.Biocytogen has independently developed its proprietary RenMice® (RenMab®/ RenLite®/ RenNano®/RenTCR™/ RenTCR mimic™) platforms for fully human monoclonal/bispecific/multispecific antibody discovery, bispecific antibody-drug conjugate discovery, hu-VHH discovery, and TCR mimic antibody discovery, and has established a sub-brand, RenSuper™ Biologics, to explore global partnerships for an off-the-shelf library of >1,000,000 fully human antibody sequences against over 1000 targets for worldwide collaboration. As of June 30, 2025, approximately 280 therapeutic antibody and multiple clinical asset co-development/out-licensing/transfer agreements and over 50 target-nominated RenMice® licensing projects have been established around the globe, including several partnerships with multinational pharmaceutical companies (MNCs). Biocytogen pioneered the generation of drug target knock-in humanized models for preclinical research, and currently provides a few thousand off-the-shelf animal and cell models under the company's sub-brand, BioMice™, along with preclinical pharmacology and gene-editing services for clients worldwide. Headquartered in Beijing, Biocytogen has branches in China (Haimen, Jiangsu, Shanghai), the USA (Boston, San Francisco, San Diego), and Germany (Heidelberg).
About Us
About the Company
2025New Office Opening
Our Journey of Innovation and Growth
Every step we take brings us closer to our mission: enabling breakthroughs that make a difference. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare, one innovation at a time.
March
Biocytogen Expands Global Reach with New San Diego Office
Biocytogen (“Biocytogen,” HKEX: 02315), a global biotech company advancing antibody-based drug discovery with innovative technologies, is pleased to announce the opening of its new office in San Diego, California, reinforcing its commitment to becoming the "global headstream of new drugs." This strategic expansion will enhance global partnerships in therapeutic antibody development and preclinical solutions, leveraging advanced technologies to accelerate the development of transformative therapeutics.
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2023Product Launch & New Office Opening
January
Biocytogen Launches RenNano® Mouse
Biocytogen officially launches its fully human heavy chain antibody platform, RenNano, the third member of the RenMice family.
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May
Biocytogen Opens San Francisco Office to Accelerate Globalization
Biocytogen Pharmaceuticals (Beijing) Co., Ltd. (“Biocytogen”, HKEX: 02315) has announced the opening of a new office in San Francisco, California, USA. The new space will aim to accelerate the globalization of Biocytogen's businesses.
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August
Biocytogen Announces Grand Opening of Waltham, MA Facility
Biocytogen Pharmaceuticals announced the grand opening of a new 37,000 sqft. facility in Waltham, MA for its US-based subsidiary, Biocytogen Boston Corporation.
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2022Expansion & HKEX Listing
March
Grand Opening in Germany!
Announced the opening of the Biocytogen Europe Innovation Center (BEIC) in Heidelberg, Germany.
September
Biocytogen's Listing Ceremony
Biocytogen announced the company's official listing on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong. Government representatives, shareholders, agencies, collaborative partners, and employee representatives attended the listing ceremony.
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2021New Financing & Clinical Trials
June
Tens of Millions in Financing
Completed a new round of financing totaling tens of millions of dollars
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June
YH001 & YH003 Phase II Clinical Trials
Obtained approval from the FDA to commence Phase II clinical trials for YH001 and YH003 in the U.S.
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2020Clinical Trials & Platform Launch
January
YH002 Clinical Trials Approved in U.S.
Anti-OX40 antibody YH002 was approved for clinical trials in the United States
March
RenMice HiTS Platform Launch
RenMice HiTS Platform initiative launched, signifying Biocytogen's transformation to a biotechnology company
May
YH001 & YH002 Approved
Anti-CTLA-4 and OX40 antibodies YH001 and YH002 approved for clinical trials in China
August
Biocytogen & Eucure
Biocytogen merges with Eucure Biopharma, aiming to create innovative antibody drugs to improve human health worldwide.
September
RenMice HiTS Platform Financing
Completion of D+ round financing, enabling progression of the RenMice HiTS Platform initiative
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2019New Technology & Clinical Trials
August
RenMab Platform Launched
Developed RenMab Mouse, a fully human antibody mouse model; Closed D-round funding in July
October
YH001 Clinical Trials Approved in U.S.
Anti-CTLA-4 antibody YH001 was approved for clinical trials in the United States
2018New Sites & Scaling Up
February
Biocytogen Boston Incorporated
Boston and Shanghai sites opened for business
April
Venture Funding
Received C-round funding from SDIC Venture Capital, 3E Bioventures, Cowin Capital Group and Oriza Holdings
2016Company Expansion
Haimen Animal Center Opens
Haimen Animal Center began operations; AAALAC accreditation earned; Antibody Discovery Service Platform established; B-NDG™ and a comprehensive variety of humanized immune checkpoint mice were supplied to clients
2015Pharmacology Platform
Preclinical Services & New Funding
Established preclinical services platform; Raised B-round funding from SDIC Venture Capital and BioVeda China Fund
2014Mouse Models
Developed Humanized Immune-checkpoint Mice and B-NDG Mice
Developed B-NDG™ mice (highly immune deficient) and B-hPD-1, the first humanized immune-checkpoint mouse model
2011Gene Editing
Established Gene Editing Platform
Developed ESC/HR-based gene editing technology platform and delivered gene editing services to our first customer.
2009Origins
Beijing Biocytogen Established
Beijing Biocytogen was established to commence research and development of biotechnology in China.
2008Founded in Massachusetts
Founded in Massachusetts, USA
Biocytogen was founded in Massachusetts in 2008
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