Genethon Signs Worldwide Licensing Agreement with AskBio (Bayer AG) to Advance Gene Therapy for Pompe Disease
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- Genethon has entered into an exclusive, worldwide licensing agreement with AskBio for the use of a patented component of AskBio’s investigational gene therapy AB-1009 for the treatment of Pompe disease
- The licensed component is based on a transgene encoding a truncated form of GAA, developed by Genethon, which demonstrated preclinical efficacy in correcting glycogen accumulation in muscle & CNS, and improving cardiac, muscular, and respiratory function
- AskBio plans to advance clinical development of the gene therapy, with first patient enrollment anticipated in early 2026
Ref: Business Wire | Image: Genethon | Press Release
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