XBiotech Inc. is a biopharmaceutical firm specializing in the discovery, development, and commercialization of True Human monoclonal antibodies. Their primary focus involves building a robust pipeline of product candidates aimed at combating both inflammatory and infectious diseases. Furthermore, the company is advancing interleukin-1 alpha-based therapies, which are designed to address a broad spectrum of medical conditions such as cancer, stroke, heart attack, and arthritis. Interleukin-1 alpha itself plays a crucial role in biological processes like tissue breakdown, angiogenesis, blood clot formation, malaise, muscle wasting, and inflammation. Additionally, XBiotech is developing a True Human COVID-19 therapy specifically targeting mutant strains of the virus. Established in 2005, XBiotech Inc. maintains its headquarters in Austin, Texas.
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XBiotech Inc. is a biotech company headquartered in Austin, United States. It is publicly listed (XBIT) with a market capitalisation of $70.4M. Xcout tracks 20 named people at XBiotech Inc., including Sushma Shivaswamy (Interim CEO & Chief Scientific Officer).
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Xencor Inc., a biopharmaceutical firm headquartered in Monrovia, California, and established in 1997, operates as a clinical-stage entity. Its central mission involves the discovery and sophisticated engineering of monoclonal antibody and cytokine therapeutics, primarily aimed at treating patients afflicted with cancer and autoimmune disorders. The company is associated with several notable therapies currently in use, such as Sotrovimab, which targets the SARS-CoV-2 virus; Ultomiris, prescribed for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome; and Monjuvi, indicated for individuals with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Xencor maintains a robust and diverse pipeline of drug candidates advancing through various clinical trial stages. In oncology, this includes Plamotamab, a tumor-targeted antibody, currently undergoing Phase I trials for non-Hodgkin lymphoma; Vudalimab, a bispecific antibody in Phase II for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer and other solid tumor types; and Tidutamab, also in Phase II for neuroendocrine tumors. Further cancer-focused programs comprise XmAb306, XmAb104, and XmAb841, all in Phase I for selected solid tumors; AMG 509, in Phase I for prostate cancer; XmAb819, being developed for renal cell carcinoma; and a program involving Novartis XmAb. In the infectious disease arena, Xencor is progressing VIR-3434 through Phase II for hepatitis B virus infection; VIR-2482 in Phase 1/2 for influenza A; VIR-7832 in a Phase 1b/2a trial for mild-to-moderate COVID-19; and is involved in the Phase 2/3 NIH ACTIV-2 trial for COVID-19 with BMS-986414 + BMS-986413. Beyond these, the company is developing XmAb564, a Phase I candidate for autoimmune diseases; Obexelimab, also for autoimmune conditions; AIMab7195, designed to reduce IgE levels for allergic responses; and Xpro1595, an experimental treatment for Alzheimer's disease, mild cognitive impairment, and depression. Xencor also holds a licensing agreement with Caris Life Sciences.
IntraBio Inc. is a US pharmaceutical corporation with its principal operations located in Oxford, United Kingdom, and corporate offices in Austin, Texas.
Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies for inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. Headquartered in California, the company advances a robust clinical pipeline and operates as a publicly traded enterprise.
FibroBiologics, Inc. operates as a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical firm, advancing therapies derived from fibroblasts toward commercialization within the United States. The company's pipeline includes CybroCell, currently being developed to address degenerative disc disease; CYMS101, targeting multiple sclerosis; and CYWC628 for wound repair. Further demonstrating its broad scope, early-stage investigations are underway for CYTER915, aimed at restoring or enhancing thymus and/or spleen function; CYPS317, for psoriasis; and TCB190, designed to combat specific cancers. FibroBiologics was founded in 2021 and is situated in Houston, Texas.
AXIM Biotechnologies, Inc. specializes in the creation and distribution of advanced diagnostic solutions for healthcare, focusing on critical areas such as SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), ocular health, and cancer treatment. The company is currently developing rapid diagnostic assays that quantify functional neutralizing antibodies, which are essential for preventing the SARS-CoV-2 virus from attaching to human cells. Additionally, it offers serological diagnostic tests designed to detect neutralizing antibodies, thereby assessing the body's adaptive immune response to the virus, and is developing tests to identify inflammation biomarkers for the effective management of COVID-19 patients. For eye health, AXIM is pioneering quick, quantitative tear tests to measure Matrix metalloproteinase-9, an inflammatory marker associated with dry eye disease. In its oncology pipeline, the firm is advancing SBI-183, an anti-metastatic compound engineered to inhibit tumor cell growth and block the spread of cancer, as well as SPX-1009, another anti-metastatic therapy aimed at determining the levels of quiescin sulfhydryl oxidase I. Established in 2010, the company was formerly known as Axim International Inc. before officially changing its name to AXIM Biotechnologies, Inc. in July 2014, and it is headquartered in San Diego, California.
iBio, Inc., a United States-based biotechnology firm, delivers contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) services to its collaborators and external clients. Its operations are structured into two distinct segments: Biopharmaceuticals and Bioprocessing. The company's leading therapeutic candidate, IBIO-100, is currently progressing through investigational new drug (IND) development, aimed at addressing systemic scleroderma and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Additionally, iBio is engaged in the preclinical development of vaccine candidates, including IBIO-200 and IBIO-201, designed to prevent severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2. Another candidate, IBIO-400, is in development for the treatment of classical swine fever. Beyond its proprietary pipeline, iBio provides recombinant proteins to third parties, available both as catalog items and custom-synthesized products. It also offers comprehensive services spanning process development, advanced manufacturing, filling and finishing, and bioanalytical support. iBio maintains several strategic partnerships: a licensing agreement with Planet Biotechnology, Inc. for infectious disease therapeutics; a collaborative effort with The Texas A&M University System focused on COVID-19 vaccine candidates; a licensing pact with the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna; and a collaboration with CC-Pharming Ltd. Its corporate headquarters are situated in Bryan, Texas.
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