Skyhawk Therapeutics Enters a ~$2B Deal with Merck KGaA to Identify RNA-Targeting Small Molecules for Neurological Disorders
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- Skyhawk Therapeutics has entered into a strategic research collaboration with Merck KGaA to discover novel RNA-targeting small molecules for neurological diseases with limited treatment options
- Skyhawk will receive ~$2B incl. upfront, milestones, & potential tiered royalties, leading discovery & preclinical development, while Merck KGaA gains exclusive global rights & handles further development & commercialization upon option exercise
- Skyhawk will use its SkySTAR platform to identify small molecules against RNA targets designated by Merck KGaA, aiming to advance RNA modulation in hard-to-treat diseases
Ref: Skyhawk Therapeutic| Image: Skyhawk Therapeutic and Merck KGaA | Press Release
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