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Leadiant Biosciences, Inc. today announced it has entered into a license agreement and cooperative research and development agreement (CRADA) with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to develop oral N-acetyl-D-mannosamine (ManNAc) for the potential treatment of individuals with GNE myopathy. GNE myopathy is a rare genetic disorder that causes progressive skeletal muscle atrophy, with an onset in young adulthood, leading to severe disability.

Gaithersburg, MD, (February 28, 2017) – Sigma-Tau Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a leader in the development and commercialization of medicines for patients with rare diseases, today announced that the company has changed its name to Leadiant Biosciences, Inc. reaffirming the company’s continued strong commitment to the patient communities it serves.