Poolbeg Pharma PLC

Poolbeg Pharma plc is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in the United Kingdom, focused on developing treatments for infectious diseases. Its pipeline features several key programs: POLB 001, a p38 MAP Kinase inhibitor intended for severe influenza; POLB 002, a pioneering, in-licensed RNA-based immunotherapy administered intranasally to combat respiratory virus infections; and POLB 003, an intramuscular vaccine aimed at preventing Melioidosis. Beyond specific therapeutic candidates, Poolbeg also holds licensed access to advanced micro- and nanoencapsulation technology for an oral vaccine delivery system designed to stimulate gut immunity. The company further advances its research through an artificial intelligence-powered drug program. Additionally, Poolbeg is developing a biomarker platform to identify individuals at high risk of severe disease, alongside a model-derived vaccine discovery platform to pinpoint novel vaccine candidates. Incorporated in 2021, Poolbeg Pharma plc is headquartered in London.