From research into the single-chain antibody structures found in camelids (camels and other animals), Ordaos Bio is trying to harness the potential of mini-proteins, a new category that combines some of the best features of small molecules and antibodies, while minimizing some of those modalities’ limitations.
Ordaõs Looks To Unlock The Therapeutic Promise Of Mini-Proteins
Emerging Company Profile: Mini-proteins offer some of the capabilities of small molecules and antibodies with fewer limitations, Ordaõs claims. The biotech wants to lead a paradigm shift from discovery to design.
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