Discovery of potent HPSE1 inhibitor with improved selectivity over GUSβ and GBA

Nov. 2, 2023

Researchers from Taisho Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. have discovered new heparanase-1 (HPSE1) inhibitors for the treatment of cancer and proteinuric kidney diseases.

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European VCs optimistic for med-tech exit opportunities in 2025

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To say that European investors are optimistic about the outlook for the med-tech sector in 2025 is an understatement. A couple of companies are already listed on...

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European VCs bullish on med-tech investments in 2025

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European companies looking for capital should find the fundraising environment more favorable in 2025. Private med-tech financings in January totaled about $2...

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Kura/Kyowa Kirin’s ziftomenib hits phase II endpoints in AML

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Kura Oncology Inc. and Kyowa Kirin Co. Ltd.’s selective oral menin inhibitor, ziftomenib, met the primary endpoints in the phase II registrational Komet-001 trial...