In step #1, we rapidly test 4,500 molecules in worms to determine the most promising options for the next step. On average, we typically narrow the molecules down from 4,500 to 10-20 molecules that are the most promising.
Step #1 typically takes 3 – 6 months.
In step #2, we take the 10-20 most promising molecules and test these molecules in fish. We typically narrow the molecules down to 1-2 options that are the most promising to move into the next step.
Step 2 typically takes 6 – 12 months.
In step #3, we take the 1 – 2 most promising molecules and test these molecules in mice. At this phase, we choose the most promising options that is most likely going to be successful in a clinical trial.
Step #3 typically takes 12 – 18 months.