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MediciNova, Inc., a development stage biopharmaceutical company, focuses on acquiring and developing small molecule therapeutics for the treatment of serious diseases for the United States market. The company’s principal product candidates include MN-166, an ibudilast-based drug candidate, which is in Phase I and Phase II clinical trials for the treatment of drug dependence and pain; and MN-221, a ß2 -adrenergic receptor agonist that has completed Phase II clinical trials for the treatment of acute exacerbations of asthma. It also has other product candidates in the clinical development for the treatment of acute exacerbations of asthma, multiple sclerosis and other central nervous system disorders, bronchial asthma, interstitial cystitis, solid tumor cancers, generalized anxiety disorders/insomnia, preterm labor, urinary incontinence, and thrombotic disorders. MediciNova, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in La Jolla, California.
Targanta Therapeutics Corp. is a Cambridge, MA-based company in the Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Biotech sector.
At LAVA, we are focused on applying our expertise in gamma-delta T-cell engagers (TCEs) to transform cancer therapy. We refer to our compounds as gamma-delta bispecific T-cell engagers, or gamma-delta bsTCEs. Our platform generates therapeutics that specifically activate a unique and relatively abundant effector gamma-delta T-cell subset called Vγ9Vδ2 (Vgamma9-Vdelta2) T-cells that have the ability to trigger activity of immune cells of both the innate and adaptive immune system. Our gamma-delta bsTCEs have demonstrated superior efficacy and safety profiles compared to other bsTCE approaches in preclinical studies and show preferential activity against tumor cells thereby potentially limiting toxicity in healthy tissue. To date, we are the only company developing bispecific gamma-delta T-cell engaging antibodies for the treatment of cancer. We are building a pipeline of gamma-delta bsTCEs that have applications in both solid and hematologic malignancies. Our lead program, LAVA-051, targets the tumor specific antigen CD1d, which can be overexpressed in multiple myeloma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), and acute myeloid leukemia (AML), among other tumor types. LAVA-051 will enter a Phase I/IIa study in 1Q21.
Western Biomedical Enterprises is a Placentia, CA-based company in the Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Biotech sector.
Adare Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) focused on oral dosage forms for the pharmaceutical industry. The company offers integrated services that span from product development to commercial manufacturing and packaging, with a strong emphasis on small molecule pharmaceuticals. With around 800 employees and seven facilities in the United States and Europe, Adare is well-equipped to serve markets worldwide. The company specializes in technologies such as taste masking, customized release, and solubility enhancement, addressing unique formulation challenges. Adares product development services include formulation development, analytical method validation, and support for various regulatory submissions. Their manufacturing capabilities encompass a range of processes, including granulation, coating, and high potency manufacturing. Additionally, Adare operates a dedicated packaging facility that provides high-speed packaging solutions. The company serves a diverse customer base, including branded, specialty, generic, and veterinary pharmaceutical segments, and is committed to maintaining high regulatory standards across all operations.