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Biotech company raises $30M to target RNA modifying enzymes

Drug Discovery World

The investment allows the company to focus on discovering and developing novel small molecule therapies targeting RNA modifying enzymes (RMEs) for oncology and other diseases. . The post Biotech company raises $30M to target RNA modifying enzymes appeared first on Drug Discovery World (DDW).

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Ribometrix and Genentech Partner in Potential $1 Billion+ RNA Deal

The Pharma Data

Durham, North Carolina-based Ribometrix announced a strategic collaboration deal with Genentech , a Roche company, to identify and advance novel RNA-targeted small molecule therapeutics. Targeting RNA is believed to be a way to develop therapeutics for so-called undruggable proteins. The first identifies the 3D RNA motifs.

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Vevye: A New Cyclosporine Solution for Dry Eye Disease

XTalks

percent received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat dry eye disease. Furthermore, the bioavailability of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) into the cornea is up to four times stronger with EyeSol technology. Attendees will understand best practices for novel drug delivery design and development.

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Ikena bags $120M; Terns raises $87M for NASH; Ribometrix Genentech Collaboration; Hologic acquires Biotheranostics

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Ikena secures USD 120 Million to advance a growing pipeline of cancer drugs. Ikena Oncology has bagged USD 120 million to develop its expanding pipeline of cancer drugs. The newer side of the pipeline points targeted oncology drugs. Terns raises USD 87 Million for NASH drugs. IND-enabling studies are underway.

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Cell-penetrating peptides as a delivery system for oligonucleotides

Drug Discovery World

Emerging as a new treatment option in rare and orphan disease areas, oligonucleotide therapeutics have matured into a drug class with a broad indication spectrum. Oligonucleotides act on the RNA level through different molecular pathways, but there is a major drawback when using them as drugs: their poor bioavailability and cellular uptake.

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Preliminary Findings from a Phase 2a Trial of Investigational COVID-19 Therapeutic Molnupiravir

The Pharma Data

Of 202 treated participants, no safety signals have been identified and of the 4 serious adverse events reported, none were considered to be study drug related. This program included assays such as Big Blue and PIG-a designed to provide a robust measure of a drug or chemical’s ability to induce mutations in vivo. About Molnupiravir.

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Phase 2/3 Studies of Molnupiravir, an Investigational Oral Antiviral Therapeutic for Mild to Moderate COVID-19.

The Pharma Data

Molnupiravir (EIDD-2801/MK-4482) is an investigational, orally bioavailable form of a potent ribonucleoside analog that inhibits the replication of multiple RNA viruses including SARS-CoV-2, the causative agent of COVID-19. For further information regarding our clinical trials, please visit [link] or [link]. About Molnupiravir.