Taking a radically new approach to eradicate topical infections, LIMR researchers have developed a set of topical over-the-counter (OTC) formulations of safe and effective agents. Their new approach is based on the concept of treating the infection ecology, which includes not only the microbial agent but also (1) the local supportive microbiome for the microbe, […]
Therapeutics & Prevention
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks joints, creating debilitating inflammation and pain. Left unchecked this inflammatory condition can permanently damage joint structures, and in some cases, damage the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. This systemic disease affects more than 1.5 million Americans and about 1% of […]
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of irreversible blindness and visual impairment in the world. It strikes mostly people age 60 or older. AMD causes an irreversible destruction of the macula, the part of the retina responsible for vision, thereby leading to vision loss. LIMR technology specifically address the wet form of AMD […]
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks joints, creating debilitating inflammation and pain. Left unchecked this inflammatory condition can permanently damage joint structures, and in some cases, damage the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. This systemic disease affects more than 1.5 million Americans and about 1% of […]
Rabies is a potentially lethal viral infection transmitted primarily by the bite of an infected animal. While mainly prevented by vaccines in the developed world, rabies is endemic in Asia and Africa. Uncontrolled infections cause brain inflammation and manifestation of symptoms is followed by fatal outcomes. Worldwide rabies caused about 17,400 deaths in 2015, about […]