Alterity Therapeutics Announces Multiple Oral and Poster Presentations to be Featured at the International MSA Congress

Core Insights - Alterity Therapeutics is set to present multiple clinical program findings related to ATH434 for Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) at the 2025 International MSA Congress in Boston, MA, from May 9 to 11, 2025 [1][2] - The company has received Fast Track Designation from the US FDA for ATH434, indicating significant interest in its clinical advancements [2][4] Company Overview - Alterity Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing disease-modifying treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, particularly MSA and Parkinson's disease [3][9] - The lead candidate, ATH434, is designed to inhibit the aggregation of pathological proteins and has shown preclinical efficacy in reducing α-synuclein pathology [3][4] Clinical Trial Details - The ATH434-201 Phase 2 clinical trial involved 77 adults and demonstrated statistically significant improvements in the modified Unified Multiple System Atrophy Rating Scale (UMSARS) Part I compared to placebo [5] - The trial also indicated that ATH434 stabilized or reduced iron accumulation in MSA-affected brain regions and was well tolerated with no serious adverse events attributed to the drug [5][4] Research Collaborations - The bioMUSE natural history study, conducted in collaboration with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, aims to track MSA progression and has enrolled approximately 20 individuals [6] - This study provides valuable data for optimizing clinical trial designs and evaluating biomarkers for target engagement and efficacy [6] Disease Context - MSA is a rare, rapidly progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting at least 15,000 individuals in the U.S., characterized by autonomic dysfunction and impaired movement [7] - Currently, there are no approved therapies that can slow the progression of MSA, highlighting the significance of Alterity's efforts in this area [7]