Core Insights - BioAge Labs, Inc. is advancing apelin receptor (APJ) agonists for treating diabetic obesity and heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), showcasing enhanced glycemic control and cardioprotective effects in preclinical models [1][2][3] Company Developments - BioAge is presenting new preclinical data at the American Diabetes Association's 85th Scientific Sessions, highlighting the potential of APJ agonism in combination with incretin therapy [1][3] - The company is developing both oral small-molecule and long-acting injectable formulations of APJ agonists, with an Investigational New Drug (IND) filing targeted for 2026 [3][7] Research Findings - APJ agonism in preclinical models resulted in approximately double the weight loss compared to GLP-1 receptor agonists, while also restoring body composition and muscle function [2] - In mouse models of diabetic obesity, APJ agonist monotherapy reduced HbA1c to levels comparable to lean controls and improved glucose tolerance by 25% [5] - APJ agonist treatment in obesity-associated heart failure models reduced cardiac hypertrophy and markers of cardiac injury, with enhanced benefits observed when combined with incretin therapies [5] Presentation Details - BioAge's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Paul Rubin, will present findings on the glycemic control effects of APJ agonists on June 21, 2025, while Dr. Shijun Yan will present data on cardioprotective effects on June 22, 2025 [4][5]
BioAge Labs to Present Preclinical Data on APJ Agonism for Diabetic Obesity and Heart Failure at the American Diabetes Association (ADA) 85th Scientific Sessions