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ARTHEX BIOTECH S.L

First In class oliGo THerapy for Myotonic Dystrophy type 1 (DM1)

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Description

Arthex Biotech (“The Company”) was founded in 2019 by Dr. Beatriz Llamusi and Dr. Ruben Artero as a spin-off of the University of Valencia where they have researched rare diseases, more specifically myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1 or Steinert’s disease). The Company has focused on the development of a first in class disease modifying strategy for the treatment of DM1. Their first product is an RNA-based therapy for DM1 that is currently in pre-clinical development. The Company aims to obtain validation of the proposed treatment (i.e. ATX-01, an orphan drug for intra-venous administration) and license it to large pharma companies for commercialization on large scale. Should their efforts be successful, ATX-01 could be first treatment for DM1 and open the doors for other potential diseases in which the regulation of miRNA plays a central role in the pathogenesis.  The Company is currently raising its Series B equity round of min EUR 37m to start phase 1/2a clinical trial for its lead product ATX-01. The round is led by Columbus VC, a Spanish biotech experienced investor. Estimated closing in Q1 2023.

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2019

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Country
  • Spain
Theme
  • Healthcare