Celanese and Secarna Pharmaceuticals Enter into RNA Research Collaboration for Long-Acting Antisense Therapies - Seite 2

"We are looking forward to partnering with Celanese to combine our industry-leading ASO platform with their VitalDose drug delivery technology," said Konstantin Petropoulos, CBO of Secarna Pharmaceuticals. "Together we see the potential to enhance the way our targeted ASO therapies are delivered which ultimately serves our shared goal: to make highly specific, potent, safe and convenient therapeutic options available for patients who urgently need them."

Scientists at the Celanese Development & Feasibility Lab will independently conduct portions of the planned research in a dedicated pharmaceutical facility. For more information on Celanese VitalDose technology, visit www.vitaldose.com.

About Secarna Pharmaceuticals GmbH & Co. KG

Secarna Pharmaceuticals is the leading independent European next-generation antisense drug discovery and development company addressing high unmet medical needs in immuno-oncology and immunology, as well as viral, neurodegenerative and cardiometabolic diseases. Secarna's mission is to maximize the performance and output of its proprietary antisense oligonucleotide discovery and development platform to generate highly specific, safe, and efficacious best-in-class antisense therapies. With over 20 discovery and development programs, including both proprietary pipeline projects and partnered programs, Secarna focuses on targets in indications where antisense-based approaches have clear potential benefits over other therapeutic modalities. www.secarna.com.

About Celanese

Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We are committed to sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create for their entire lifecycle and are growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet increasing customer and societal demand. We make a positive impact in our communities and prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion across our teams. Celanese is a Fortune 500 company that employs approximately 12,400 employees worldwide with 2023 net sales of $10.9 billion.