Overview
Description
Cytokinetics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel muscle activators as potential treatments for debilitating diseases. Primarily, the company's work aims to address unmet medical needs in the fields of neurology and cardiology, offering therapeutic solutions that target muscle function. Cytokinetics' research centers on small molecule drugs that modulate muscle performance, which could significantly aid patients suffering from heart failure, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and other muscle-related conditions. The company is actively involved in clinical trials and collaborates with other notable entities in its quest for innovative medical advancements. Its contributions to the healthcare sector exemplify the growing role of targeted therapy in improving patient outcomes. Headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Cytokinetics operates as a key player in the biotechnology landscape, with a commitment to pioneering treatments that leverage the complex mechanisms of muscle biology.
About
CEO
Mr. Robert I. Blum
Employees
498
Address
350 Oyster Point Boulevard
South San Francisco, 94080, CA
United States
South San Francisco, 94080, CA
United States
Phone
650 624 3000
Website
Instrument type
Common stock
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Biotechnology
Country
United States
MIC code
XNGS