GSK plc and Empirico Inc. have entered into a worldwide exclusive license agreement for EMP-012, a highly selective siRNA oligonucleotide.
EMP-012 addresses a novel therapeutic target and is currently in a phase I trial for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), with potential expansion into other inflammatory respiratory diseases.
Medical need in COPD remains high despite ongoing innovation.
Author's summary: GSK and Empirico collaborate on siRNA oligonucleotide for respiratory diseases.