Epifinity was launched during COVID-19 pandemic to apply current knowledge in epigenetics and virology in order to develop effective drugs against novel viruses. We all know that influenza viruses mutate every year and it is difficult for the scientists to develop an effective vaccine for current flu based on the previous year’s viral genome. However, these ever evolving flu viruses hijack the same epigenetic mechanisms in the host cell. So, we believe in developing effective medicines against the novel even yet non-existing flu-like viruses by manipulating their ability to hijack the host’s epigenetic mechanisms.
Our Vision
Epifinity was launched during COVID-19 pandemic to apply current knowledge in epigenetics and virology in order to develop effective drugs against novel viruses. We all know that influenza viruses mutate every year and it is difficult for the scientists to develop an effective vaccine for current flu based on the previous year’s viral genome. However, these ever evolving flu viruses hijack the same epigenetic mechanisms in the host cell. So, we believe in developing effective medicines against the novel even yet non-existing flu-like viruses by manipulating their ability to hijack the host’s epigenetic mechanisms.
About
We are scientists trained at the University of Toronto, University of California San Diego and Stanford with experience in drug discovery and development from large pharma (Takeda, Pfizer) and we want to make sure that next time when a new virus arises, our time to develop an effective vaccine or therapeutic will be weeks, not months to years. We are here to provide collaborative environment that enables breakthrough discoveries.
Our Science
What is Epigenetics and Why should we care?
You must of heard scientists always saying that every cell in your body has the same DNA or genetic make-up. Have you ever wondered why you would have over 200 different cell types within your body, after all they all have the same DNA? Nevertheless, humans have neurons that transmit signals from brain to other …
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Contact
We are currently looking for
(i) companies to collaborate with
(ii) investors that share and believe in our vision to help it make a reality
Please email us info@epifinity.com to start a conversation.