Laval, Quebec, January 21, 2021 – Altasciences is pleased to have been chosen by Virpax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRPX) to conduct a first-in-human study of Epoladerm™ (diclofenac epolamine) for chronic pain associated with osteoarthritis of the knee. This treatment is supplied in a pre-filled device for administration as a topical spray film.

The study will be conducted in Q2 2022 at Altasciences’ clinical pharmacology unit in Montreal, Canada.  “We look forward to working with Altasciences to accelerate the development of this analgesic treatment and provide robust data in support of the 505(b)(2) FDA approval pathway,” stated Virpax’s Chairman & CEO, Anthony P. Mack.

Virpax’s proprietary technology provides a pre-filled canister for the therapeutic application of a clear, fast-drying spray film that is thinner than a standard liquid bandage. This technology offers convenience and eliminates the need for messy creams or gels.

Altasciences leverages decades of experience conducting first-in-human clinical trials, a vast database of study participants, and state-of-the-art bioanalytical facilities to provide expert guidance and personalized solutions. Ingrid Holmes, Altasciences’ Vice President, Global Clinical Operations, says, “We are proud to partner with Virpax to help move this important therapeutic further along the path to regulatory approval.”

Altasciences transforms the traditional outsourcing paradigm by simplifying and streamlining drug development solutions, whether for a single service or a synchronized approach to CRO and CDMO services, from lead candidate selection to clinical proof of concept, and beyond.

More information on Virpax Pharmaceuticals, Inc.’s program can be found here.

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Altasciences is an integrated drug development solution company offering pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies a proven, flexible approach to preclinical and clinical pharmacology studies, including formulation, manufacturing, and analytical services. For over 25 years, Altasciences has been partnering with sponsors to help support educated, faster, and more complete early drug development decisions. Altasciences’ integrated, full-service solutions include preclinical safety testing, clinical pharmacology and proof of concept, bioanalysis, program management, medical writing, biostatistics, clinical monitoring, and data management, all customizable to specific sponsor requirements. Altasciences helps sponsors get better drugs to the people who need them, faster.

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Laval, Quebec, January 4, 2022 – Altasciences, an integrated CRO/CDMO offering pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies a seamless solution to early-stage drug development from lead candidate selection to clinical proof of concept, announced today the completed acquisition of Sinclair Research, a preclinical CRO located in the Midwest. Complementing existing locations on the East and West Coast, the new site will facilitate even greater access to Altasciences’ preclinical services across the U.S.

“This acquisition will add significant capacity and expertise to Altasciences’ existing preclinical offering,” said Steve Mason, Co-Chief Operating Officer at Altasciences. “Sinclair’s experience conducting research on a wide variety of species in a comprehensive range of drug classes will broaden our current preclinical offering and support Altasciences’ focus on providing our clients with customized solutions.”

With over 80 animal rooms, Sinclair Research is a large nonclinical CRO in the U.S.A. providing full-service IND and NDA-enabling toxicology and safety pharmacology services. Built on more than 50 years of experience, Sinclair Research provides services to support biopharmaceutical, animal health, and medical device development programs. “We are very excited to be joining the Altasciences team, and look forward to being able to offer our preclinical services to a broader market by leveraging the resources and expertise of an integrated, global CRO,” stated Guy Bouchard, Chief Executive Officer at Sinclair Research. 

“With this acquisition, Altasciences is continuing to advance its strategic growth plan to provide an expanded range of services in support of our integrated early-phase drug development solutions. Sinclair Research shares our commitment to animal welfare, and we look forward to merging our talents and working together with our new team of preclinical experts in the Midwest,” added Chris Perkin, Altasciences’ Chief Executive Officer.

Fredrikson & Byron P.A. and Goodwin Procter LLP served as legal advisors to Altasciences on the transaction. Fairmount Partners acted as exclusive financial advisors to Sinclair, and Troutman Pepper acted as legal counsel.

 About Altasciences

Altasciences is an integrated drug development solution company offering pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies a proven, flexible approach to preclinical and clinical pharmacology studies, including formulation, manufacturing, and analytical services. For over 25 years, Altasciences has been partnering with sponsors to help support educated, faster, and more complete early drug development decisions. Altasciences’ integrated, full-service solutions include preclinical safety testing, clinical pharmacology and proof of concept, bioanalysis, program management, medical writing, biostatistics, clinical monitoring, and data management, all customizable to specific sponsor requirements. Altasciences helps sponsors get better drugs to the people who need them, faster.

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Julie-Ann Cabana
Altasciences
514 601-9763
jcabana@altasciences.com