“With no current therapeutic options, the threat of ricin represents a significant unmet need in the field of biodefense and medical countermeasures,” said Anthony Higham, CEO of SERB Pharmaceuticals. The modifications have removed the biological activity of the protein so that it is not toxic, while still retaining its shape to trigger an effective antibody response. The antibodies will be generated using a modified form of the ricin toxin, developed by Soligenix. This platform is currently used to manufacture two of the company’s currently marketed products, CroFab® and DigiFab®. This specialized manufacturing process generates binding fragments from antibodies that are specific to a given antigen, helping to ensure potency and purity. To develop the ricin antidote, SERB will leverage its unique broad spectrum polyclonal antibody platform, gained in its acquisition of BTG Specialty Pharmaceuticals. There is an unmet need for protection against this highly potent toxin for which there is no vaccine or therapeutic intervention available. Philadelphia, J(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - SERB Pharmaceuticals has signed a worldwide exclusive license to use an antigen from Soligenix to develop a novel therapeutic treatment for ricin poisoning.
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