Study results corroborate our recently published data demonstrating the critical role of microglial-driven inflammation in promoting accumulation and spread of toxic phosphorylated alpha-synuclein leading to neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s Disease (PD).Our data showed that microglial inflammation was driven by activation of NLRP1 inflammasomes triggered by ASC specks and alpha-synuclein aggregates. Inflammasome ASC Inhibitor IC 100 inhibited NLRP1 inflammasome activation, thereby reducing the levels and sp ...

WESTON, Fla., May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZyVersa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZVSA), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in first-in-class therapies for inflammatory and renal diseases, announces significant developments for Inflammasome ASC Inhibitor IC 100. CEO Stephen C. Glover issued a shareholder letter detailing the company's strategy to position IC 100 as a complementary therapy to GLP-1 agonists to treat obesity-associated cardiometabolic complications. Obesity: A Global Hea ...

Core Insights - ZyVersa Therapeutics, Inc. has announced new data supporting its Inflammasome ASC Inhibitor IC 100 as a potential treatment to slow the progression of Parkinson's disease [1][2] - The study published in npj Parkinson's Disease reveals that IC 100 blocks microglial inflammasome activation and reduces neurotoxic alpha-synuclein accumulation, both of which are critical in the progression of Parkinson's disease [2][7] Company Overview - ZyVersa is a clinical stage specialty biopharmaceutical company focused on developing first-in-class drugs for inflammatory and renal diseases, with a strong position in the inflammasome space [10] - The company is preparing to initiate proof-of-concept studies for IC 100 in animal models later this year [3] Study Findings - The research indicates that targeting inflammasomes and ASC specks may also be beneficial for treating Lewy body dementia and Alzheimer's Disease [5] - IC 100 is a humanized IgG4 monoclonal antibody designed to inhibit the inflammasome adaptor protein ASC, which plays a role in the inflammatory response [6] Market Context - Parkinson's Disease affects over 10 million people globally, with the current treatment market valued at $6.6 billion in 2024 and projected to reach $13.3 billion by 2034 [7] - Current treatments primarily address symptoms rather than the underlying disease, highlighting the potential market opportunity for disease-modifying therapies like IC 100 [7]

Core Insights - ZyVersa Therapeutics, Inc. announces promising data for its Inflammasome ASC Inhibitor IC 100, which may slow the progression of Parkinson's disease [1][3] - The study published in npj Parkinson's Disease shows that IC 100 blocks microglial inflammasome activation and reduces neurotoxic alpha-synuclein accumulation, both critical in Parkinson's disease progression [2][7] Company Overview - ZyVersa is a clinical stage specialty biopharmaceutical company focused on developing first-in-class drugs for inflammatory and renal diseases, with a significant market opportunity exceeding $100 billion [10] - The company is advancing its lead candidate IC 100, a humanized IgG4 monoclonal antibody targeting inflammasome adaptor protein ASC, which is designed to mitigate inflammatory responses [6][10] Study Findings - The research indicates that IC 100 uniquely inhibits ASC speck activity and misfolded protein aggregates, making it a strong candidate for treating neurodegenerative diseases, including Lewy body dementia and Alzheimer's Disease [5] - The study highlights the presence of ASC and NLRP1 in alpha-synuclein aggregates in neuronal Lewy bodies, suggesting a link between inflammasome activation and neurodegeneration in Parkinson's disease [8] Market Context - The global Parkinson's disease drug market was valued at $6.6 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $13.3 billion by 2034, indicating significant growth potential for innovative treatments [7]

WESTON, Fla., April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZyVersa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZVSA; “ZyVersa”), a clinical stage specialty biopharmaceutical company developing first-in-class drugs for treatment of patients with renal and inflammatory diseases who have unmet medical needs, announces that Stephen C. Glover, Co-Founder, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and President, has issued a Shareholder Letter addressing R&D trends for inflammasome inhibitors in development, and provides an update on the develop ...

Appointment of seven recognized experts is validating for Ventyx's NLRP3 Program -- AD/PD™ 2025 provides helpful insights on potential next steps in Parkinson's disease SAN DIEGO, April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:VTYX) ("Ventyx", "Company"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative oral therapies for autoimmune, inflammatory, and neurodegenerative diseases, today announced the appointment of seven additional internationally-recognized sci ...