Transforming Biologic Delivery: From Injection to Oral Administration

CuriOralRx Scientific Brief

Overview

CuriOralRx has developed a patented oral biologics platform designed to enable the safe and effective oral delivery of peptides and proteins historically limited to injectable administration. By integrating biologic stabilization, targeted intestinal absorption, and scalable, GMP‑compatible manufacturing, the platform achieves clinically meaningful systemic exposure while preserving safety, stability, and manufacturability.

Unmet Need

Biologic medicines—including peptides, proteins, and antibodies—have transformed the management of chronic, metabolic, pediatric, and age‑related diseases. However, most biologics still require subcutaneous or intravenous administration, creating significant challenges for long‑term therapy, patient adherence, and quality of life.

Past efforts to convert injectable biologics into oral therapies have struggled due to fundamental biological and formulation barriers, including:

  • Rapid enzymatic degradation in the gastrointestinal tract
  • Poor permeability across the intestinal epithelium
  • Limited formulation stability and lack of scalable manufacturing solutions

The CuriOralRx platform was purpose‑built to address these constraints in an integrated and translational manner.

The CuriOralRx Platform

An Integrated Three Mechanism Approach

01

Stabilization & Gastrointestinal Protection

GRAS listed excipients preserve peptide structure during processing and protect against enzymatic degradation within the GI tract.

02

Targeted Intestinal Absorption
Localized, transient enhancement of intestinal permeability enables systemic uptake at defined intestinal sites—without systemic exposure to absorption enhancers or long lasting epithelial disruption.

03

Scalable, GMP Compatible Formulation Design
Manufacturing leverages established, industry standard processes such as lyophilization or spray drying, followed by capsule or sachet filling. This supports efficient translation from research through clinical development and commercial scale up.

The CuriOralRx Platform

An Integrated
Three Mechanism Approach

01

Stabilization & Gastrointestinal Protection

GRAS listed excipients preserve peptide structure during processing and protect against enzymatic degradation within the GI tract.

02

Targeted Intestinal Absorption
Localized, transient enhancement of intestinal permeability enables systemic uptake at defined intestinal sites—without systemic exposure to absorption enhancers or long lasting epithelial disruption.

03

Scalable, GMP Compatible Formulation Design
Manufacturing leverages established, industry standard processes such as lyophilization or spray drying, followed by capsule or sachet filling. This supports efficient translation from research through clinical development and commercial scale up.

Preclinical Highlights

  • Demonstrated clinically meaningful improvements in oral bioavailability
  • Sustained plasma exposure comparable to subcutaneous controls in cynomolgus monkey models
  • Proven formulation stability

Together, these data demonstrate safe, reproducible systemic exposure of biologics using a platform engineered for both patient usability and commercial viability.

Current Focus Areas

Therapeutic Class

Example Application

Development Stage

GLP‑1 analogs

Metabolic disease & obesity

Preclinical

Insulin

Diabetes

Preclinical

Combination biologics

Metabolic disease & obesity

Preclinical

Partnership Opportunities

CuriOral collaborates with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies seeking to transform injectable biologics into oral therapies.

Engagement models include:

  • Formulation feasibility and proof‑of‑concept studies
  • Co‑development partnerships
  • Licensing and platform access