ProMIS Neurosciences Strengthens Global Intellectual Property Portfolio
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The recent patent allowances for ProMIS Neurosciences' PMN310 have significant implications for the company's competitive positioning within the biotechnology sector, specifically in the Alzheimer's treatment market. The composition of matter and method of use patents are critical as they provide the legal framework to prevent competitors from replicating the monoclonal antibody therapeutic. This exclusivity can lead to a strong market presence if PMN310 proves to be effective and safe in clinical trials.
Patents in multiple jurisdictions, including the European Union, Japan, Australia and the United States, suggest a strategic move by ProMIS to secure a broad and defensible intellectual property (IP) portfolio, which is essential for attracting investors and partners. The protection of immunogenic compositions in additional countries further solidifies their global IP strategy. This level of IP protection often correlates with an increased valuation of a biotech firm, as it underscores the potential for long-term revenue generation from proprietary products.
The Alzheimer's disease treatment market is projected to grow significantly due to the increasing prevalence of the disease and the lack of curative treatments. ProMIS Neurosciences' PMN310, targeting toxic amyloid-beta oligomers, represents a novel approach within this space. The market response to the patent news may be cautiously optimistic, as investors often consider the robustness of a company's patent portfolio when evaluating its future earnings potential.
However, it's important to note that the true market impact depends on the progression of PMN310 through clinical trials and eventual regulatory approval. Success in the clinic could lead to substantial market share for ProMIS, given the current demand for effective AD therapies. Conversely, any setbacks in development could diminish the perceived value of these patents. Investors should monitor upcoming trial results and regulatory discussions closely.
From a financial perspective, the strengthening of ProMIS Neurosciences' patent portfolio may lead to positive investor sentiment, potentially impacting the company's stock price. Intellectual property is a key asset for biotech companies and securing a broad suite of patents can safeguard revenue streams from future products. The announcement might lead to an uptick in the company's market capitalization in the short term, as the market often reacts to news that reduces future business risks.
In the long term, the financial benefits of these patents will be realized if PMN310 is commercialized successfully. The costs associated with patent litigation or defense, should they arise, are also a consideration for the company's financial health. It's essential for investors to evaluate the balance between the potential for high returns from a successful AD therapeutic and the risks inherent in the lengthy and uncertain process of drug development.
Adds Key U.S. and International Patent Allowances to Further Protect the Company’s Monoclonal Antibody Therapeutic for the Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts and TORONTO, Ontario, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ProMIS Neurosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: PMN), a biotechnology company focused on the generation and development of therapeutics targeting toxic misfolded proteins in neurodegenerative diseases, today announced that the European Patent Office, Japanese Patent Office and IP Australia, the Australian patent office, have recently allowed composition of matter and method of use patent applications related to ProMIS Neurosciences’ lead product candidate, PMN310, for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) (EP 18 835 520.0; JP7448174; AU2022201737). PMN310 is the Company’s novel monoclonal antibody that is designed to be highly selective for toxic oligomers of amyloid-beta (Aβ), which are believed to be a major driver of AD.
The United States Patent and Trademark Office also recently granted US Patent 11,905,317 directed to immunogenic compositions of matter that are being developed for treating AD. Protection for the immunogenic compositions of matter has also been obtained in Japan, Korea, India and Australia. Further, patent applications were also recently allowed in the U.S. and Japan for two other Aβ targets.
“We are building a fortress of intellectual property protection around our novel approach to targeting toxic misfolded proteins to treat neurodegenerative diseases and these newly allowed patents validate that innovation in important geographies around the world,” stated Neil Warma, Chief Executive Officer of ProMIS Neurosciences. “Given the tremendous market opportunity for PMN310 to potentially transform the treatment landscape for Alzheimer’s disease, we are particularly pleased to add these new layers of protection for our novel monoclonal antibody therapeutic for the treatment of this debilitating neurodegenerative disease that impacts millions of patients worldwide.”
The newly allowed patents add to the six patents granted in 2023, four of which relate to PMN310 and bring the total of issued or allowed patents pertaining to the PMN310 portfolio to 10. The recently allowed and granted patents are either co-owned or exclusively licensed from The University of British Columbia (UBC) as part of a patent portfolio comprising over 25 issued or allowed patents and includes numerous other patent applications.
About ProMIS Neurosciences Inc.
ProMIS Neurosciences Inc. is a clinical stage biotechnology company focused on generating and developing antibody therapeutics selectively targeting toxic misfolded proteins in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and multiple system atrophy (MSA). The Company’s proprietary target discovery engine applies a thermodynamic, computational discovery platform - ProMIS™ and Collective Coordinates - to predict novel targets known as Disease Specific Epitopes on the molecular surface of misfolded proteins. Using this unique approach, the Company is developing novel antibody therapeutics for AD, ALS and MSA. ProMIS has offices in Toronto, Ontario and Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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