ImmunoPrecise Antibodies Ltd. (NASDAQ: IPA) found its stock slumping Monday. The AI-driven biotherapeutic research and technology company announces its significant contribution to a groundbreaking study. The research, led by top scientists at the Mayo Clinic, was initially published in bioRxiv and subsequently peer-reviewed and published in the prestigious journal Autophagy. Titled “Development and Characterization of Phospho-Ubiquitin Antibodies to Monitor PINK1-PRKN Signaling in Cells and Tissue,” this study advances our understanding of how aging impacts mitochondrial health, a crucial factor in neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.
The study focuses on the development of antibodies that detect damaged mitochondria, which are more common as we age. ImmunoPrecise played a crucial role in this project by applying its proprietary rabbit B Cell Select™ platform to isolate and generate highly specific antibodies that target phosphorylated ubiquitin (p-S65-Ub), a marker of mitochondrial damage. These antibodies allow researchers to measure mitochondrial health, and the progression of damage related to aging.
IPA is strategically positioned to capitalize on the booming anti-aging market, projected to reach $81.01 billion by 2028 with an 8.2% CAGR. The Company’s proprietary B cell Select platform demonstrates its innovative capacity in this high-growth sector. IPA’s collaboration with Mayo Clinic showcases its ability to contribute to groundbreaking research in age-related diseases
IPA shares began Monday and the week down 13 cents, or 19%, to 55 cents.