Root-cause therapy

About our CDKL5 AAV9 program

We are a coalition of families, clinicians, and drug developers partnering to deliver a one-time gene therapy that addresses the fundamental deficit driving CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder (CDD). By transporting a functional CDKL5 gene directly into neurons, we aim to restore protein expression, stabilize circuitry, and reclaim developmental potential.

We aren't waiting for a cure for CDKL5, we are making it happen.

How the therapy works

Targeted delivery

Our therapy uses a special carrier to deliver a healthy CDKL5 gene directly to brain cells, reaching key areas like the cortex and hippocampus.

Restoring Hope

Once inside, the gene helps produce a vital protein that supports brain function, reduces seizures, and boosts development for kids with CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder.

Long-Lasting Effect

This treatment is designed to work steadily over time, offering lasting benefits without altering a child's natural DNA.

CDKL5 Gene Therapy Team

Clinical

Dr. Nalin Gupta (University of California, San Francisco)

Dr. Adam Numis (University of California, San Francisco)

Preclinical

Dr. Jacinthe Gingras

Dr. Kruti Patel

Dr. Ajay Bhargava (Shakti Bioresearch Labs)

Dr. Matthew Simon (Jackson Laboratory)

Dr. Vincent Pons (Jackson Laboratory)

Tracy Johnson (Charles River Laboratory)

Design

Dr. Lester Suarez

Ilya Musavey

Manufacturing

Dr. Paul Herzich

Sarah Caffey (MaticaBio)

Scientific Advisors

Dr. Lauren Black (Charles River Laboratory)

Dr. Michael Templin (Charles River Laboratory)

Dr. Gai Ayalon

Dr. Cecilia Lo (University of Pittsburgh)

Regulatory

Dr. Tim Cote

Dr. Sangeeta Joshi

India Clinical Team

Dr. Sheffali Gulati

Dr. Lokesh Lingappa

Dr. Prasanthi Aripiralla