Clinical-stage biotechnology company developing bioengineered human tissues for vascular diseases.
Humacyte, Inc. specializes in advancing the development and production of off-the-shelf, bioengineered human tissues aimed at treating various diseases and conditions across multiple therapeutic areas. Leveraging its proprietary scientific technology platform, the company focuses on engineering human acellular vessels (HAVs). These investigational HAVs are designed to be readily implanted in patients without triggering a foreign body response or causing immune rejection.
The company is actively building a diverse portfolio of HAVs targeting the vascular repair, reconstruction, and replacement markets. These applications include addressing vascular trauma, arteriovenous access for hemodialysis, peripheral arterial disease, and coronary artery bypass grafting. Additionally, Humacyte is pioneering the development of HAVs for pediatric heart surgery and for delivering cellular therapies, such as pancreatic islet cell transplantation for treating Type 1 diabetes.
Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, Humacyte is committed to advancing regenerative medicine through innovative tissue engineering solutions. The company's research and development efforts are aimed at transforming patient care by providing durable and biocompatible tissue alternatives that offer significant therapeutic potential across various medical specialties.
Humacyte continues to expand its capabilities in bioengineering and manufacturing to meet the growing demand for advanced tissue solutions in the healthcare industry. With a focus on clinical efficacy and patient safety, Humacyte remains at the forefront of developing next-generation therapies that could revolutionize treatment options for patients worldwide.