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OVI-237 (Liposomal TS Inhibitor) |
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- An advanced Phase II clinical-stage drug
- Activity previously seen in breast and gastric cancer patients in clinical trials
- Status: Phase II clinical trial protocol finalized; 12 trial sites identified, labs established to process patient samples
- IP: Patent protection through 2021
- Development / Registration Plan: Significantly increase likelihood of regulatory approval by using our diagnostic technology to identify clinical trial participants who will respond to therapy
- Relevant Biomarker: Thymidylate Synthase (TS) levels in circulating tumor cells (CTCs) will be monitored
- Estimated Market Potential: >$1B (for GI + breast + Head & Neck)
A liposomal formulation of a potent thymidylate synthase (TS) inhibitor Obtained through a licensing agreement with OSI Pharmaceuticals in November 2007 Previously studied in approximately 150 patients in several Phase I and Phase II clinical trials |