A breakthrough active immunotherapy for the treatment of osteoarthritis

Peptinov aims to halt osteoarthritis progression through a cost-effective immunotherapy that neutralizes IL-6, with promising Phase I results leading to a Phase II trial for out-licensing readiness.

Subsidie
€ 2.499.999
2024

Projectdetails

Introduction

Osteoarthritis is a debilitating disease affecting the joint and a leading cause of disability worldwide. It affects at least 250 million people and incurs healthcare costs of toward 0.5% of the GDP.

Project Overview

Peptinov is developing an active immunotherapy that can halt inflammation-driven destruction of the cartilage in the joints. We use a unique approach to neutralise a key pro-inflammatory protein (IL-6) driving chronic inflammation.

Mechanism of Action

Our vaccine-like approach stimulates the patient’s own immune system to produce antibodies against excess IL-6 and neutralise its biological function. By doing so, we will halt disease progression.

Cost Efficiency

Our treatment will cost 5-10% of conventional immunotherapies as we inject patients with inexpensive, immunogenic peptides to stimulate the production of endogenous antibodies.

Clinical Trials

Phase I clinical trial yielded very encouraging preliminary safety and tolerability data on 24 patients. This project will implement the Phase II clinical trial and make our therapy out-licensing ready.

Financiële details & Tijdlijn

Financiële details

Subsidiebedrag€ 2.499.999
Totale projectbegroting€ 3.965.000

Tijdlijn

Startdatum1-3-2024
Einddatum28-2-2026
Subsidiejaar2024

Partners & Locaties

Projectpartners

  • PEPTINOVpenvoerder

Land(en)

France

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