Apps/Medicine

Crystal blocker for gout

WhyCategoryMedicine
LevelMedium
UseMolecule that stops uric acid from forming needle crystals in joints
WhatAtomsUrate crystal cell 300–1k + molecule + water. C H O N
BuildTestingEasy Crystal growth in urate solution
FundingCompute ~$150 · Make ~$5–15k · Test ~$10–30k · Other clinical trials $10M+, partner pays
TimeMake 2–6 wks · Test 2–4 wks · Total ~1–3 months
HowContact us for the design specs and build plan →
DemoCrystal stops growing where the blocker binds
CompetitionUrate-lowering drugs (allopurinol, febuxostat), crystal blockers in research
BusinessBuyersRheumatology drug makers
RevenueHigh License to a drug partner. ~$5–20M/yr if approved
Uric acid, the molecule that crystallizes in gout