ANI Pharmaceuticals to Present New Data Highlighting Membranous Nephropathy Research at American Society of Nephrology Kidney Week 2024
Two poster presentations demonstrate ANI’s commitment to research in membranous nephropathy care
PRINCETON, N.J., Oct. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (ANI or the Company) (Nasdaq: ANIP) today announced that the Company will present new pre-clinical data highlighting its membranous nephropathy (MN) research during two poster presentations at the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Kidney Week 2024 in San Diego, CA, October 23-27.
"We are excited to share our data with the ASN 2024 community. These data shed light of the potential role of melanocortin receptors in the underlying disease pathologies within nephrotic syndrome,” said Mary Pao, MD, PhD, Chief Medical Officer of ANI “This research contributes to the development of valuable research tools and models for studying membranous nephropathy. The findings represent the first steps in ANI’s commitment to advancing the science underlying certain disease pathologies.”
Poster Title: THSD7A-Associated Membranous Nephropathy Involves Both Complement-Mediated and Autonomous Podocyte Injury
Poster Session:
Abstract: FR-PO955
Presentation Time: Friday, Oct. 25, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Lead Author: Jing Liu
Poster Title: Activation of Podocyte-Specific MC5R Signaling by Melanocortin Therapy Protects Against THSD7A-Associated Membranous Nephropathy
Poster Session:
Abstract: SA-PO715
Presentation Time: Saturday, Oct. 26, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Lead Author: Jing Liu
The abstracts are available online at . For more information during the conference, visit the ANI Pharmaceuticals booth.
About ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANIP) is a diversified biopharmaceutical company serving patients in need by developing, manufacturing, and marketing high-quality branded and generic prescription pharmaceutical products, including for diseases with high unmet medical need. ANI is focused on delivering sustainable growth by scaling up its Rare Disease business, strengthening its Generics business with enhanced research and development capabilities, delivering innovation in Established Brands, and leveraging its U.S. based manufacturing footprint. For more information, visit .
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