Can targeting neuropathy reverse tissue death? What the Rapid Nexus study means for chronic wound care
New study shows neuropathy reversal can restore healing in tissue facing amputation. Find out how Rapid Nexus could reshape wound care.
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Pharma & Biotech
INTENT Biologics secures FDA pediatric waiver, clears path to late-stage DFU trial for PEP Biologic
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted INTENT Biologics a full pediatric study waiver for its lead candidate, PEP Biologic, under IND 019567. The waiver, part of an agreed Initial Pediatric Study Plan (iPSP), applies to the product’s adult-focused development for diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs), a serious chronic wound indication preparing for pivotal
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Is Zegen-15 the breakthrough diabetic foot ulcer therapy insurers will finally cover?
Zegenex, a Pittsburgh-based biotechnology company focused on regenerative wound care, has secured a $215,000 social-impact investment from the Richard King Mellon Foundation to accelerate formulation and preclinical development of Zegen-15, a first-in-class small-molecule cream targeting chronic wounds, including diabetic foot ulcers. The funding positions Zegenex to begin clinical trials by the end of 2026 and