Mount Pleasant, South Carolina Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Xequel Bio Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for its groundbreaking ophthalmic therapeutic. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 12138293, titled ‘Peptide formulations and ophthalmic uses thereof’, introduces a novel peptide-based eye drop designed to accelerate healing and reduce inflammation in corneal injuries.
Xequel Bio’s innovation centers on a proprietary peptide, aCT1, which modulates cellular communication to promote tissue repair. This formulation targets conditions like dry eye disease and corneal trauma, aiming to enhance patient recovery.
In early clinical studies, the eye drop demonstrated safety and tolerability, with participants showing improvements in ocular discomfort and corneal health within two weeks. The treatment works by stabilizing cell junctions, reducing harmful inflammation, and facilitating re-epithelialization of the cornea.
This advancement addresses a significant need in ophthalmology, offering a potential new therapy for patients suffering from various corneal conditions. By harnessing the body’s natural healing processes, Xequel Bio’s aCT1 technology represents a promising step forward in eye care.