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Maxygen
AddedFeb 20, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Maxygen

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Maxygen, Inc., a US-based biopharmaceutical firm, develops protein pharmaceuticals for serious medical conditions.

HQ
Redwood City, CA, US
Founded
1997
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Maxygen, Inc., founded in 1997 and headquartered in Redwood City, CA, was a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing protein pharmaceuticals for the treatment of serious medical conditions. The company's core mission was to leverage its proprietary technologies to create innovative therapies that address unmet medical needs. Maxygen operated primarily within the United States and was publicly traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol MAXY.

Notable figures associated with Maxygen include key leaders such as Russell Howard. The company achieved significant milestones in the biopharmaceutical industry before ceasing operations in 2013. During its active years, Maxygen's innovative approach to protein pharmaceuticals had a notable impact on the field, contributing to advancements in treatments for various diseases. Despite its eventual closure, Maxygen's legacy continues to influence biopharmaceutical research and development.

Maxygen - Quick Facts

When was Maxygen founded?

Maxygen was founded in 1997.

Where is Maxygen's headquarters located?

Maxygen's headquarters is located in Redwood City, CA, US.

Maxygen - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Biotech
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Revenue
  • Licensing
  • Recurring
  • Software
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Pharmaceuticals
NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541714Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541700Scientific Research and Development Services
  • 541710Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
SIC
  • 8700Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management, And Related Services
  • 8730Research, Development, And Testing Services
  • 8731Commercial Physical and Biological Research
ISIC
  • 7210Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
Show 17 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 320000Manufacturing
  • 325400Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
  • 541713Research and Development in Nanotechnology
  • 620000Health Care and Social Assistance
  • 325000Chemical Manufacturing
  • 623000Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
  • 325410Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
  • 325412Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
  • 541715Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
SIC
  • 2800Chemicals And Allied Products
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 8000Health Services
  • 2830Drugs
  • 8040Offices And Clinics Of Other Health Practitioners
  • 2834Pharmaceutical Preparations
  • 8049Offices And Clinics Of Health Practitioners, Not Elsewhere Classified
ISIC
  • 2100Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products