Gertrude Biomedical discovers new SOX18 inhibitors

May 21, 2026

Gertrude Biomedical Pty. Ltd. has patented new transcription factor SOX18 inhibitors potentially useful for the treatment of renal disorders, eye disorders and cancer.

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WHO declares Ebola outbreak a public health emergency of international concern

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A new strategy aims to improve gene therapy for Pompe disease by optimizing both the genetic component that restores the function of a deficient lysosomal enzyme...

Nxera Pharma prepares and tests new GPR17 antagonists

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Nxera Pharma UK Ltd. has identified new uracil nucleotide/cysteinyl leukotriene receptor (GPR17; P2Y-Like) antagonists potentially useful for the treatment of...