Regulatory News:
Ikonisys Inc., a leader in advanced cell-based diagnostic
solutions fully owned by ALIKO SCIENTIFIC (Ikonisys SA)
(Euronext Growth Paris: ALIKO), is proud to announce the grant of a
new U.S. patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office
(USPTO) entitled “Automated Fluorescence Microscopy Method to
Determine the Efficacy of Cancer and Hyperplasia
Treatments”.
Commercially known as “ACTA Technology” (Automated Cancer
Treatment Assessment), this milestone further strengthens
Ikonisys’ leadership in automated fluorescence microscopy for
cancer cell detection and analysis. By securing this patent,
Ikonisys strengthens its intellectual property portfolio, creating
barriers for competitors and establishing a significant competitive
edge in cancer diagnostics.
Revolutionizing Cancer Diagnostics and Treatment
The patented technology enables automated analysis of patient
biological samples to identify and characterize cancerous and
hyperplastic cells and assess treatment efficacy. This technology
ensures personalized therapeutic treatments to each patient, thus
maximizing their effectiveness, and reducing unnecessary
interventions. This method applies to major routine FISH-based
tests currently performed and also opens the door for developing
circulating tumor cell (CTC) tests, a key frontier in oncology
diagnostics. Key benefits of this breakthrough include:
- Personalized treatment monitoring: real-time monitoring
of patients’ responses by detecting cells with specific genetic
abnormalities and rapid therapy adjustments, minimizing side
effects, and improving success rates;
- Improved survival rates: early detection of treatment
resistance or disease recurrence which can lead to timely
interventions and higher survival rates. Studies suggest that early
resistance identification can reduce mortality by up to 20% in
certain cancers1;
- Reduced physical and emotional burden: non-invasive
liquid biopsies spare patients from painful and risky procedures,
improving comfort and quality of life during treatment;
- Cost efficiency: personalized treatment monitoring can
reduce healthcare costs by discontinuing ineffective therapies
early, optimizing resources, and ensuring targeted care.
Advancing Medical Science and Unlocking Commercial
Potential
Liquid biopsies, forecasted to reach $7.85 billion by 20302
(CAGR to 20.7%), are transforming cancer diagnostics. With its
automated fluorescence microscopy, Ikonisys aims at reducing human
error and accelerates sample analysis, driving advances in drug
development, by providing rapid data on treatment efficacy during
clinical trials, and tumor recurrence studies by detecting subtle
changes in cancer cell populations post-treatment. Ikonisys’ unique
technology delivers competitive advantage including:
- Automation and scalability: fully automated microscopy
platform offers greater efficiency, scalability, and consistency,
making it attractive to research institutes and commercial
diagnostic laboratories;
- Sensitivity and precision: Ikonisys’ technology ensures
higher sensitivity and specificity, surpassing less specialized
solutions or traditional technologies (manual microscopy or generic
imaging systems);
- Integration into the liquid biopsy market: a cell-based
approach stands out from nucleic acid analysis or immunoassays by
directly identifying abnormal cells rather than relying solely on
biomarkers;
- Market versatility: while some competitors specialize in
a single application, Ikonisys’ patented approach supports multiple
use cases, including early cancer detection, recurrence monitoring,
and therapy efficacy assessment;
- Cost efficiency: the automation and precision of
Ikonisys’ platform significantly reduces operational costs compared
to manual or semi-automatic systems.
“This patent grants Ikonisys the leadership in FISH automation.
It is a significant milestone that paves the way for vertical
applications of a method recognized as the most suitable for
evaluating therapeutic efficacy in various cancers,” stated
Michael Kilpatrick, Chief Scientific Officer of Ikonisys.
“The ACTA technology offers unmatched precision, versatility and
scalability, setting a new standard in precision diagnostics.
Ikonisys is thus well-positioned to meet the growing demand for
precision diagnostics, delivering significant value for clinicians
and patients.”
This achievement strengthens Ikonisys’ goal to deliver
innovative solutions for fluorescence-based testing in cancer and
hyperplasia diagnostics, supporting its mission to advance
personalized medicine and improve global cancer care.
About ALIKO SCIENTIFIC (Ikonisys SA) (Euronext Growth Paris:
ALIKO)
Headquartered in Paris, ALIKO SCIENTIFIC is the parent company
of an international ecosystem of businesses dedicated to oncology
diagnostics. Listed on the Paris Stock Exchange (Euronext Growth
Paris) under the ticker ALIKO, the company coordinates industrial,
financial, and research activities through its subsidiaries:
Ikonisys Inc. (USA) and Hospitex International (Italy). ALIKO
SCIENTIFIC's mission is to innovate cancer diagnosis by uniting
technologies, resources, and investments to establish a global
center of excellence.
For more information, visit the official website:
www.alikoscientific.com.
About IKONISYS
Ikonisys is a global leader in automated diagnostics,
specializing in fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and
circulating tumor cell (CTC) detection. Leveraging advanced
artificial intelligence (AI) and a fully automated microscopy
platform, Ikonisys provides unmatched precision, scalability, and
efficiency for cancer diagnostics and treatment monitoring.
Recognized as the leader in automation for rare cell detection,
Ikonisys is revolutionizing personalized medicine, enabling
clinicians to deliver targeted therapies and improve patient
outcomes.
For more information, visit the official website:
https://ikonisys.com/
About HOSPITEX
Hospitex, based in Florence, Italy, is a global leader in
cytology innovation. The company conducts all research,
development, and production in-house, ensuring the highest quality
standards. It offers the world's most advanced Liquid-Based
Cytology (LBC) technology, capable of processing any cytological
sample with unmatched precision. Hospitex is uniquely positioned as
the only company fully prepared for digital integration, setting
the stage for a transformative future in cytology diagnostics.
For more information, visit the official website:
https://hospitex.com/
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_______________________ 1 Mansoori B, Mohammadi A, Davudian S,
Shirjang S, Baradaran B. The Different Mechanisms of Cancer Drug
Resistance: A Brief Review. Adv Pharm Bull. 2017 Sep 2 Reports and
Data, Liquid Biopsy Market Size 2023
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