Resolvyx Pharmaceuticals Inc.
This article was originally published in Start Up
Executive Summary
Resolvyx Pharmaceuticals is developing a new class of lipid mediators, dubbed resolvins, which are generated through the oxidation of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. Although omega-3 fatty acids have long been heralded for their reputed ability to reduce inflammation, many grams of omega-3 fatty acids have to be consumed to produce any physiological effect. In contrast, Resolvyx says its resolvins are potent at low milligram quantities and so are good candidates for commercialization as drugs. Resolvyx is advancing two programs into the clinic.