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Evaluating Immunic's IMU-856 for the Treatment of Celiac Disease

Ticker(s): IMUX

Who's the expert?

Institution: University of Florida

  • Assistant Professor and Director of Inflammatory Bowel and Celiac Disease Program in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition at University of Florida
  • Treats 10-15 patients/year with celiac disease
  • Clinical Interests in Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, IBD, celiac disease, short bowel syndrome, and intestinal fistulas; Research focuses on improving the management of gastrointestinal diseases and exploring nutritional treatments for patient care.

Interview Questions
Q1.

Can you explain the mechanism of action of IMU-856, especially its targeting of SIRT6 (Sirtuin 6), and how it differentiates from other treatments available for Celiac Disease?

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Based on the data from the Phase 1b clinical trial, how does IMU-856's efficacy compare to other Celiac Disease treatments? Are there specific outcomes, like the protection of gut architecture and enhancement of nutrient absorption, that stand out in its effectiveness?

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Given that IMU-856 aims to restore a healthy gut by renewal of the gut wall, how does it address the unmet medical needs in Celiac Disease therapy?

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From the data presented, how would you characterize the safety profile of IMU-856? Were there any significant adverse events or side effects that clinicians should be aware of?

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The trial indicated positive biomarker responses. How significant are these findings, and what implications might they have for the broader Celiac Disease patient population?

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With the company preparing for phase 2 clinical testing, what are your expectations for the global reception and potential adoption of IMU-856?

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Given the unique construct of IMU-856 and its potential impact, how do you see the competitive landscape shaping up for IMU-856 in the Celiac Disease market? Are there any potential competitors or emerging treatments that might challenge its position?

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 Should IMU-856 receive regulatory approvals, how do you envision it affecting Immunic, Inc.'s overall drug pipeline, especially considering their other developments like vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838)?

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Given the ongoing medical advancements in Celiac Disease and the potential of small molecule therapies, where do you position IMU-856 in the broader treatment paradigm for Celiac Disease?

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Considering the chronic nature of Celiac Disease, how transformative do you believe IMU-856 could be in changing the standard of care for Celiac Disease patients?

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With IMU-856 being an orally available and systemically acting small molecule modulator, can you provide insights into the potential scalability and production capabilities for IMU-856?

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