Our Innovation

An innovative approach in the design of the ABCA7 modulator was the use of modern tools that utilize transformers and deep neural networks to obtain the structures of mutant forms of this transporter protein. We achieved high-quality structures, which allowed us to further use this for molecular docking and dynamics, calculating binding and dissociation constants. At this stage, we are optimizing leads and expanding our understanding of what other genetic features and relationships between mutations of this protein and drug development may exist. We have now begun work on publishing a series of articles in scientific journals. Our work was highly praised at the Neuro Impact Challenge, where we took first place.

Creation of rigid, structurally defined macrocycles with optimized binding, stability, and permeability through the use of a library of rationally selected non-canonical amino acids.