The LoxiGen, Inc. seeks excellence in science, with a vision to develop the best-in-class innovative therapeutics. Our portfolio includes several key therapeutic areas, including cancer, fibrosis, and cardiac diseases where the dysregulation of lysyl oxidase family members has profound impact and benefits of lysyl oxidase inhibition have been proven. The lysyl oxidase family proteins are copper-dependent enzymes, mediating the conversion of lysine residues in collagen and elastin precursors into highly reactive aldehydes. Thereby, they trigger crosslinking and stabilization of extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins, leading to ECM organization which is known to be deregulated in different diseases, including cancer and fibrosis-related diseases.
A highly potent, orally bioavailable TACC3 inhibitor (OC-02) with high efficacy and minimum toxicity was developed. This initial molecule was further developed by the OncoCube&A2A Collaborative Drug Development Program and the optimized lead molecule, AO-252 obtained the Investigational New Drug (IND) designation from the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on May 22, 2023 to begin a Phase I study in adult patients with HGSOC, TNBC and endometrial cancers.
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