BrainStorm Strengthens Exosome Patent Portfolio: Receives Notice of Allowance for U.S. Patent Covering Its Platform Technology

Core Points - BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc. has received a Notice of Allowance from the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office for its proprietary exosome technology patent application [1][2] - The patent covers exosomes derived from MSC-NTF cells, which contain neurotrophic factors and other biological molecules, enhancing BrainStorm's intellectual property portfolio [2][3] - The company is focused on advancing its NurOwn therapy for ALS and plans to initiate a Phase 3b registrational trial [3][5] Company Overview - BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc. specializes in developing therapies for neurodegenerative diseases, utilizing both autologous and allogeneic platforms [5] - The company holds exclusive worldwide licensing rights for the NurOwn technology platform, which has received Orphan Drug designation for ALS from the FDA and EMA [5] - BrainStorm's exosome technology represents an allogeneic therapeutic platform with significant potential in treating respiratory and neurodegenerative diseases [4][5] Exosome Technology - Exosomes are nano-sized extracellular vesicles that facilitate intercellular communication and transport biological materials [4] - BrainStorm's proprietary exosomes are developed from MSC-NTF cells and can deliver bio-active molecules non-invasively, targeting specific CNS pathways [4] - The exosomes exhibit unique immunomodulatory properties and customizable cargo, enhancing their therapeutic potential [4][5]