Starpharma Holdings Limited
Starpharma Holdings Limited is a biopharmaceutical enterprise focused on the research, development, and global commercialization of dendrimer-based products for the pharmaceutical, life sciences, and other industries. Its current offerings include VivaGel, a non-antibiotic treatment and preventative measure for bacterial vaginosis. The company also provides the antiviral VivaGel condom and VIRALEZE, an antiviral nasal spray. Furthermore, Starpharma is actively progressing its DEP (dendrimer drug delivery) technology platform. This platform supports multiple oncology candidates in clinical development, such as DEP docetaxel (Phase 2), DEP cabazitaxel (Phase 2), DEP gemcitabine (Phase 1/2), and DEP irinotecan (Phase 2), all aimed at treating cancer. The DEP technology is also being applied to radiotheranostics for cancer diagnosis and therapy, Antibody Drug Conjugates (including DEP HER-2 ADC), and non-oncology programs. Additionally, DEP AZD0466 is currently in Phase 1/2 clinical trials for haematological malignancies. Founded in 1996, the company maintains its headquarters in Abbotsford, Australia.