CALDRE is a University of Bern spin-out developing ClagalsiR, a GalNAc-siRNA for cholestatic and fibrotic liver diseases affecting more than 370,000 patients in major markets. Many lack effective therapy and progress to transplantation. ClagalsiR targets claudin-3, a unique mechanism that boosts bicarbonate-rich bile, reduces toxic bile acids and protects liver tissue. Preclinical data show clear reductions in bile acid load and injury. Backed by Swiss innovation programs, CALDRE is expanding a pipeline in tight-junction modulation and advancing toward IND-enabling studies.
01.10.2025
In vivo proof-of-concept in established disease model
01.10.2025
Pharmacologic in vivo proof-of-concept in pre-established cholestasis disease model
03.09.2025
Incorporated company CALDRE Ltd.
01.06.2025
Completed therapeutic lead candidate screening
30.01.2025
Foundational IP enters national phase
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Venture Kick supports potential entrepreneurs with start capital up to CHF 150'000 as well as hands-on execution support and access to a nationwide network of investors and experts in the startup field. Multiple times per year, 8 selected projects get the opportunity to present their business ideas in front of a panel. The 5 most promising projects enter the support process. After 9 months at the latest, the startups incorporate and enter the market. Since 2007, Venture Kick has invested over CHF 58 million in over 1111 projects.
Website:
www.caldre.ch/
Headquarter:
Bern
Foundation Date:
September 2025
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