Aerska Secures $39 Million to Tackle Neurodegenerative Diseases

Aerska Secures $39 Million to Tackle Neurodegenerative Diseases
Dublin-based biotech Aerska has raised $39 million to address a major hurdle in treating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson’s. Co-led by EQT Life Sciences and age1, the funding aims to develop a method for delivering genetic medicines through the bloodstream. Aerska's approach targets the underlying causes of diseases rather than mere symptoms. The company focuses on creating a delivery system that bypasses the blood-brain barrier. Their goal is to enhance patient autonomy and dignity, making impactful changes in treatment. This endeavor promises to redefine approaches in neurological drug development.
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