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Kernal Biologics

Kernal is creating mRNA 2.0 therapies that work in specific cells 


Company Size

11 - 50 employees

Year Founded

2016


About Kernal Biologics

Kernal Bio is a biotech company pioneering mRNA 2.0 immunotherapies. We leverage selective mRNA-LNP technology to treat cancer and autoimmune diseases with precision, ensuring targeted cell delivery and minimal off-target effects. Our KR-402 program achieves over 90% delivery efficiency with T-cell-targeted LNPs, enabling direct CAR-T programming within the body and resulting in B-cell depletion within a week.

Kernal Bio is led by a team with experience from MIT, Harvard, Merck, and BMS, boasting three FDA-approved therapies and over 120 patents. Based in Cambridge, MA, we are backed by Hummingbird Ventures, Amgen Ventures, HBM, and even NASA.

With roots at MIT, Harvard and Biopharma, Kernal’s management team has deep expertise in mRNA therapeutics space. CEO Yusuf Erkul, M.D., M.B.A. is a successful drug hunter whose research at Merck enabled an FDA-approved drug for ovarian cancer. President Burak Yilmaz, M.S., previously founded Sentegen, a thriving synthetic biology company which commercializes synthetic DNA, RNA, and diagnostic kits for genetic and infectious diseases. Sr. VP of R&D Manfred Kraus is a leader in immuno-oncology, who was most recently Scientific Sr. Director at Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMS). VP of CMC Joe Parrella oversaw clinical and commercial mRNA LNP manufacturing function in Translate Bio (Sanofi) and Arranta Bio (ReciPharm).

Founders & Key People

Yusuf Erkul

Yusuf Erkul

Founder, Kernal Biologics

Cafer Ozdemir

Cafer Ozdemir

Founder, Kernal Biologics

Burak YILMAZ

Burak YILMAZ

Founder, Kernal Biologics


Financials Beta

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Frequently Asked Questions

What industry is Kernal Biologics in?

Kernal Biologics is in the Biotech, Healthcare, and Medtech industry.

Who are Kernal Biologics's founders and individuals in key leadership positions?

Kernal Biologics has 3 founders and people in key management positions. They are:
  • Yusuf Erkul
  • Cafer Ozdemir
  • Burak YILMAZ
  • How long has Kernal Biologics been in business?

    Kernal Biologics was established in 2016 (9 years in business).

    Is Kernal Biologics currently hiring?

    No, Kernal Biologics is currently not hiring.

    Visit Kernal Biologics's Jobs Page to stay updated with any upcoming open positions.

    Which country is Kernal Biologics headquartered in?

    Kernal Biologics is based in United States.

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