Kleo Brings Small-Molecule Approach To IO With Three Technological Applications

Emerging Company Profile: Using IP licensed from Yale, Kleo is betting it can complement or replace existing immuno-oncology drugs, specifically Darzalex. In partnership with PeptiDream, it just unveiled its first candidate for clinical development.

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Kleo Pharmaceuticals Inc. thinks it can complement biological therapy in immuno-oncology and perhaps even supplant some of those therapeutics with a versatile, modular small molecule technology platform for developing drugs that will offer enhanced efficacy and better safety.

Partnered with PeptiDream Inc. and claiming Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Co. Ltd. as an early investor, the New Haven,...

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