Tiziana Life Sciences

Tiziana Life Sciences

TLSAPhase 2
London, United KingdomFounded 2000tizianalifesciences.com

Tiziana Life Sciences is focused on developing breakthrough immunotherapies, primarily through intranasal delivery, to treat debilitating neurodegenerative conditions. Its core technology centers on foralumab, the only fully human anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody, which is in multiple Phase 2 trials for na-SPMS, Multiple System Atrophy, Alzheimer's, and ALS, with promising biomarker data recently reported. The company's strategy leverages a patent-protected platform until 2040 and is supported by grants and direct financings, positioning it to address significant unmet medical needs in neurology.

Market Cap
$379.2M
Founded
2000
Focus
AntibodiesBiologicsSmall Molecules

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USD 2.98+1.31 (+78.37%)

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AI Company Overview

Tiziana Life Sciences is focused on developing breakthrough immunotherapies, primarily through intranasal delivery, to treat debilitating neurodegenerative conditions. Its core technology centers on foralumab, the only fully human anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody, which is in multiple Phase 2 trials for na-SPMS, Multiple System Atrophy, Alzheimer's, and ALS, with promising biomarker data recently reported. The company's strategy leverages a patent-protected platform until 2040 and is supported by grants and direct financings, positioning it to address significant unmet medical needs in neurology.

Technology Platform

Development of fully human monoclonal antibodies, with a focus on the intranasal delivery of foralumab (anti-CD3 mAb) to achieve targeted immunomodulation in the central nervous system for neurodegenerative diseases.

Pipeline Snapshot

14

14 drugs in pipeline

DrugIndicationStage
ForalumabSecondary Progressive Multiple SclerosisPhase 2
Foralumab TZLS-401 50 µg + Foralumab TZLS-401 100 µgDementiaPhase 2
ForalumabCovid19Phase 2
Foralumab TZLS-401 100 µgNon-Active Secondary Progressive Multiple SclerosisPhase 2
Foralumab + Omeprazole 20mgNASH - Nonalcoholic SteatohepatitisPhase 2

Funding History

2

Total raised: $20M

IPO$15MUndisclosedApr 19, 2018
Seed$5MUndisclosedJun 15, 2014

Opportunities

The successful demonstration of efficacy for intranasal foralumab could open up blockbuster markets in neurodegenerative diseases with high unmet need, such as SPMS and Alzheimer's.
The intranasal delivery platform itself represents a significant opportunity for partnering or expansion into other CNS disorders.
Grant funding and orphan drug designations in indications like MSA and ALS provide non-dilutive capital and potential regulatory advantages.

Risk Factors

High clinical development risk as all programs are in early/mid-stage trials with unproven efficacy.
Significant financial risk due to high cash burn and dependence on periodic equity financings in volatile markets.
Intense competition from large pharmaceutical companies with greater resources in core indications like Alzheimer's disease.

Competitive Landscape

Faces competition from large pharma (e.g., Biogen, Eisai, Lilly in Alzheimer's; Novartis in MS) and other biotechs developing neuroimmunology therapies. Primary differentiation is its unique fully human anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody and intranasal delivery route, aiming for targeted CNS modulation with a favorable safety profile. Its niche focus on 'non-active' SPMS and PIRA progression addresses a specific subpopulation with limited treatment options.

Company Info

TypeTherapeutics
Founded2000
LocationLondon, United Kingdom
StagePhase 2
RevenuePre-revenue

Trading

TickerTLSA
ExchangeNASDAQ

Therapeutic Areas

Neurodegenerative DiseasesNeuroinflammatory DiseasesMultiple SclerosisAlzheimer's DiseaseAmyotrophic Lateral SclerosisMultiple System AtrophyLong COVIDType 1 DiabetesLung DiseasesOncology

Partners

Brigham and Women's Hospital (Clinical Research Collaboration)ALS Association (Grant Provider)
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