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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

Furthermore, the bioavailability of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) into the cornea is up to four times stronger with EyeSol technology. In addition, Sylentis, a biotech company specializing in ophthalmic drugs and RNA interference (RNAi) technology, initiated a Phase III study in 2021.

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

Delveinsight

Ribometrix will apply its proprietary discovery platform to recognize and optimize small molecule compounds, which modulate RNA function by aiming three-dimensional (3D) RNA structures. Ribometrix has presented that many RNAs implicated in disease comprise structural pockets amenable to targeting with small molecules.

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Cell-penetrating peptides as a delivery system for oligonucleotides

Drug Discovery World

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. Ensuring that the CPP can escape this endosomal compartment is crucial for its bioavailability and bioactivity properties.

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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.

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

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. About Molnupiravir.

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