
Company Overview - Avalo Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical stage biotechnology company focused on treating immune dysregulation [2] - The company's lead asset is AVTX-009, an anti-IL-1β monoclonal antibody targeting inflammatory diseases [2] - Avalo's pipeline also includes quisovalimab (anti-LIGHT mAb) and AVTX-008 (BTLA agonist fusion protein) [2] Product Details - AVTX-009 is a humanized monoclonal antibody (IgG4) that binds to interleukin-1β (IL-1β) with high affinity, neutralizing its activity [3] - IL-1β is a central driver in the inflammatory process, and its overproduction is implicated in many autoimmune and inflammatory diseases [3] - Evidence suggests that inhibition of IL-1β could be effective in treating hidradenitis suppurativa and various inflammatory diseases in dermatology, gastroenterology, and rheumatology [3] Upcoming Events - Garry A. Neil, M.D., CEO and Chairman of the Board, will present on the Novel Immunological Mechanisms for Dermatological Disorders Panel at the Oppenheimer Novel Targets in Immunology Summit on June 24, 2024 [1]