First in class small molecule modulators of DNA repair mechanisms
KuDos’ platform, developed by Professor Steve Jackson, discovered oncology therapies based upon the inhibition of DNA repair. Lynparza™ (Olaparib), was the first approved PARP inhibitor for women with BRCA-mutated advanced ovarian cancer who have been treated with three or more lines of chemotherapy.
CEO Barrie Ward
Advent Contact Shahzad Malik
Advent invested in Series A in 1999. KuDos was acquired by Astra Zeneca in 2005.
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Cancer drug developed by former Advent Venture Partners portfolio company, KuDOS Pharma (sold to AstraZeneca in 2006) shows promise
Press Release. Researchers say a new type of cancer treatment has produced highly promising results in preliminary drug trials. Olaparib was given to 19 patients with inherited forms…
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