PMGC Holdings Inc. functions as a biopharmaceutical firm, primarily dedicated to sourcing and advancing innovative aesthetic and therapeutic solutions. Its flagship product, EL-22, is a pioneering engineered probiotic designed to tackle the critical challenge of maintaining muscle mass during weight reduction regimens, especially those utilizing GLP-1 receptor agonists. Beyond its core operations, the company also engages in medical scientific research and development and manages various investment firms. Formerly known as Elevai Labs, Inc., the organization adopted its current name, PMGC Holdings Inc., in December 2024. Established in 2020, PMGC Holdings Inc. maintains its headquarters in Newport Beach, California.
NorthStrive Biosciences Announces The Filing of Two U.S. Patent Applications Targeting Microgravity-Induced Muscle Loss During Long-Duration Spaceflight
NorthStrive Biosciences, a wholly owned subsidiary of PMGC Holdings (ELAB), filed two U.S. patent applications for its preclinical assets EL-22 and EL-32, targeting microgravity-induced muscle loss during spaceflight.
The filings aim to broaden the IP portfolio for myostatin and activin A inhibition, extending beyond terrestrial weight loss applications to the emerging space health market.
NorthStrive emphasized that there are no current agreements with NASA or commercial space operators, and the filing of a patent application does not guarantee issuance or commercial success.