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At Gene2Lead, we incorporate AI-based computational pipelines to existing medicinal chemistry-based drug discovery programs.

We are developing an AI-integrated platform technology that unmasks difficult drug targets and generates therapeutics against them, revealing high-value and previously inaccessible biomolecule targets that can potentially be applied to a range of diseases.

Our platform offers drug discovery programs with comprehensive structural insights for identifying druggable binding sites protein protein-analyzing ligand binding modes and computationally generating rational drug design ideas in a robust scale-up and expedited fashion. We receive client projects at the level of a target gene of interest and work it through a semi-automated customized high throughput project pipeline to identify novelty lead drug molecules for experimental testing.

Program engagement

Gene2Lead

Leadership

Patrick Gunning

Co-Founder

Elvin de Araujo

Operations Advisor

Serap Beldar

Scientific and Marketing Consultant

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Intellectual Property

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i.d.e.a. Fund Applications Open

Applications are now open for i.d.e.a. Fund Cohort 4

Are you developing and/or redesigning new green products, services, processes, and technologies that reduce environmental impact?

The i.d.e.a.™ Fund program focuses on supporting a more sustainable economy while fostering an inclusive and equitable growth in southern Ontario. Find out if you’re eligible to access up to $20,000 in matching seed funding and 30 hours of expert mentorship.

Applications are open from June 16 to July 7, 2025.

15th annual LiONS LAIR Pitch Competition

Celebrate the 15th anniversary of the LiONS LAIR pitch competition!

Since 2011, we’ve helped over 160 startups launch and scale their businesses. This fall, network with 350+ entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders at a milestone evening where community, growth & collaboration meet innovation.

Meet the top 10 finalists, and watch as they pitch their innovations live to a panel of investors and experts for cash prizes!

When: September 25, 2025 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm 

Where: Oakville Banquet & Conference Centre |
2515 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 6P8