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Therapeutic Antibody Development for Ovarian Cancer

Antibody therapy for ovarian cancer employs monoclonal antibodies to target specific markers on cancer cells, thereby blocking tumor growth signals or tagging the cells for immune system recognition and elimination. Alfa Cytology, supported by a highly skilled research team and state-of-the-art laboratory equipment, is deeply engaged in advancing antibody therapies for ovarian cancer.

Introduction to Therapeutic Antibody

Antibody therapy has emerged as a promising approach in the treatment of ovarian cancer, leveraging the precision of the immune system to target malignant cells. By engaging monoclonal antibodies that specifically recognize and bind to antigens present on the surface of ovarian cancer cells, this therapeutic strategy offers a targeted attack on tumors. Such targeted precision not only enhances the efficacy of the treatment but also minimizes damage to healthy cells, thereby reducing systemic side effects.

Therapeutic targeting of tumour-associated macrophages (TAMs) in ovarian cancer by monoclonal antibodies (mAbs).Fig.1 Therapeutic targeting of tumour-associated macrophages (TAMs) in ovarian cancer by monoclonal antibodies (mAbs). (OSBORN G, et al., 2022)

Pipeline of Ovarian Cancer Antibody

Company Targets Molecule Type Name Phase
AstraZeneca Anti-Folate Receptor Alpha Topoisomerase 1 Inhibitor ADC AZD5335
Merck PD-1 Receptor Antibody KEYTRUDA
Topoisomerase I ADC Raludotatug Deruxtecan

Disclaimer: Alfa Cytology focuses on providing preclinical research service. This table is for information exchange purposes only. This table is not a treatment plan recommendation. For guidance on treatment options, please visit a regular hospital.

Our Services

Alfa Cytology specializes in the preclinical research of antibodies for ovarian cancer, leveraging advanced experimental techniques to drive the development of innovative antibody therapeutics. Our mission is to provide a robust scientific foundation for these therapeutics and to facilitate future breakthroughs in ovarian cancer treatment.

Monoclonal Antibody

Monoclonal antibodies are used to mimic the immune system's attack on ovarian cancer cells. These antibodies target antigens that are more abundant on ovarian cancer cells than on normal cells. 

Bispecific Antibodies

Bispecific antibodies are engineered to simultaneously bind two different antigens, bridging T-cells and tumor cells to enhance the immune system's attack on ovarian cancer.

Polyclonal Antibodies

Polyclonal antibodies are produced using various B cell lines. These antibodies are a mix of immunoglobulin molecules, each targeting a different part of the same antigen, thus showing more variability than monoclonal antibodies.

Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADC)

Alfa Cytology offers ADCs that link specific antibodies to cytotoxic drugs, enabling precise targeting of diseased cells. Our ADCs are designed to deliver potent therapeutics directly to cancer cells, enhancing treatment efficacy while minimizing side effects.

Antibody-Toxin Conjugate (ATC)

Alfa Cytology offers ATCs that combine specific antibodies with potent toxins, creating highly targeted therapeutic agents. These ATCs are designed to recognize and bind to antigens expressed on cancer cells, allowing for the direct delivery of toxins to these cells while sparing healthy tissue.

More

Alfa Cytology also offers a variety of other antibody services to support your cancer research and development needs. From custom antibody production to antibody optimization and modification, our comprehensive solutions are designed to aid in the discovery and development of cancer therapeutics.

Workflow of Antibody Development

Antibody development is a sophisticated process that delivers targeted and efficacious therapeutic options for treating ovarian cancer.

Immunize animals (e.g., mice, rabbits) with target proteins or their analogs to induce an immune response.

Immunization Generation

Clone the selected antibodies and insert their genes into an expression system (e.g., E. coli, yeast, or mammalian cells) to produce and purify the antibodies.

Expression and Purification

Target Selection

Identify specific targets based on the mechanisms, pathological features, and relevant biomarkers of ovarian cancer.

Antibody Screening

Extract serum or lymphocytes from immunized animals and screen for antibodies with high affinity for the target.

Functional Evaluation

Assess the antibody's efficacy and safety through in vitro assays (e.g., neutralization, cytotoxicity) and in vivo models (e.g., efficacy and safety assessments in animal models).

Alfa Cytology is dedicated to addressing the challenges in ovarian cancer antibody therapy research through our comprehensive, one-stop service. If you have any questions about our offerings, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Reference

  1. OSBORN G, STAVRAKA C, ADAMS R, et al. Macrophages in ovarian cancer and their interactions with monoclonal antibody therapies [J]. Clin Exp Immunol, 2022, 209(1): 4-21.

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