Corixa (company)
Corixa is a biotechnology company that specializes in the development and commercialization of innovative immunotherapeutics. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Corixa's primary focus is on the development of products for the treatment of cancer, infectious diseases, and autoimmune disorders.
History[edit | edit source]
Corixa was founded in 1994 by Steven Gillis and Christopher Henney. The company was initially focused on the development of vaccines for infectious diseases. However, over time, the company shifted its focus towards the development of immunotherapy treatments for cancer and autoimmune disorders.
In 2005, Corixa was acquired by GlaxoSmithKline, a multinational pharmaceutical company. The acquisition allowed GlaxoSmithKline to strengthen its portfolio of vaccines and immunotherapies.
Products[edit | edit source]
Corixa has developed a number of products for the treatment of various diseases. These include:
- BCG Vaccine - A vaccine for the prevention of tuberculosis.
- Rituxan - A monoclonal antibody used for the treatment of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
- Leukine - A growth factor used to stimulate the production of white blood cells in patients undergoing chemotherapy.
Research and Development[edit | edit source]
Corixa's research and development efforts are focused on the discovery and development of novel immunotherapeutics. The company utilizes its proprietary technologies to identify and validate novel targets, develop therapeutic candidates, and conduct clinical trials.
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