Our Mission

Child cancer is not the same as adult cancer.

Kids are not mini adults. Child and adult cancers are biologically different, yet children are still treated with toxic therapies designed for adults.

Toxic cancer treatments harm children.

Harsh chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery cause harm to children’s developing bodies and leave survivors with lifelong health challenges.

Eliminate cancer using child immune strengths.

Kindling Bio put children first by developing targeted cancer gene therapy to harness the power of children’s immune system to fight a wide range of tumours.

Kindling Bio is advancing precision therapy for children with cancer. Get in touch to learn more about our mission, collaboration or investment opportunities.

Our Team

Jeff Drew
Co-founder

Jeff is a serial biotechnology entrepreneur, having founded successful companies in stem cell storage, viral stabilisation and vaccine delivery. With a PhD in Molecular Virology, he continues to dedicate his career to improving child health.

Aleck Jones
Co-founder

Aleck brings over 17 years of cancer and child health research experience at leading UK research institutions. With a PhD in Cancer Cell Biology he is committed to driving change for some of society’s most vulnerable patients.

Laura Fletcher
Board Member

Head of Business Development and Venture Portfolio Pharma at Deep Science Ventures. Laura brings extensive experience in oncology deal-making, licences, and spin-outs. Formerly Associate Director of Cancer Research UK’s Commercial Partnerships.

Founding Partners