GENFIT Enters Research Collaboration with EVerZom to Advance Exosome-based Regenerative Technology in ACLF

Core Insights - GENFIT has announced a research collaboration with EVerZom to enhance its Acute-On-Chronic Liver Failure (ACLF) research using exosome-based regenerative technology [1][2][3] Company Overview - GENFIT is a biopharmaceutical company focused on rare and life-threatening liver diseases, with over two decades of experience in liver disease research and development [5][6] - The company is currently targeting ACLF and related conditions, developing therapeutic assets that address key pathophysiological pathways [6] Collaboration Details - The collaboration aims to conduct exploratory studies to evaluate the efficacy of the drug candidate EViv in ACLF, with a decision point on clinical development expected within 18 months [2][3] - GENFIT has exclusive rights to explore a novel mechanism of action for organ repair through this collaboration, which combines EVerZom's exosome expertise with GENFIT's leadership in ACLF [3][4] Drug Candidate Information - EViv utilizes a proprietary exosome platform to offer a new approach to regenerative therapy for ACLF, with GENFIT having the option to license the drug for clinical development pending positive proof-of-concept results [3][8] - EVerZom's exosomes are derived from mesenchymal stem cells, known for their regenerative properties, providing advantages such as increased stability and enhanced patient safety [4][8] Market Position - GENFIT has a proven track record in advancing therapies, highlighted by the accelerated approval of Iqirvo® (elafibranor) for treating Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) in 2024 [7] - The company also has a diagnostic franchise, including NIS2+® for detecting Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) [9]