GSK, Empirico collaborate for oligonucleotide candidate to treat respiratory diseases

GSK and Empirico Collaborate on Oligonucleotide Candidate

GSK plc and Empirico Inc. have entered into a worldwide exclusive license agreement for EMP-012, a highly selective siRNA oligonucleotide.

EMP-012 addresses a novel therapeutic target and is currently in a phase I trial for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), with potential expansion into other inflammatory respiratory diseases.

Medical need in COPD remains high despite ongoing innovation.

GSK and Empirico aim to treat respiratory diseases with this collaboration.

Author's summary: GSK and Empirico partner on siRNA oligonucleotide.

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Medical Dialogues Medical Dialogues — 2025-10-30

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