Alzheon to Present Multiple Clinical, Neuroimaging and Modeling Results for Oral Valiltramiprosate/ALZ-801 from Phase 2 and 3 Studies at CTAD Conference in San Diego, December 1–4, 2025
November 19, 2025 – Biotechnology, Clinical Trials, Drug Discovery, Other, Pharmaceutical – Alzheimer's Disease, Alzheon, CTAD 2025, biopharmaceutical, clinical trials, neuroimaging
- Valiltramiprosate Demonstrates Potential as the First Oral Disease-Modifying Agent to Slow Alzheimer’s Pathology, Indicated by Both Clinical and Volumetric MRI Data
- Nine Posters Showcase Consistent Benefits of Oral Valiltramiprosate in Carriers Across Clinical Outcomes and Brain Integrity Measures
- Valiltramiprosate Designed to Inhibit Amyloid Aggregation via Distinct Upstream Mode of Action to Slow Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease
- Precision Medicine Approach Supported by Valiltramiprosate’s Favorable Safety in High-Risk APOE4 Carriers.
19 November 2025 — Massachusetts, US — Alzheon, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company advancing innovative therapeutics and diagnostics for patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), today announced it will present new efficacy and safety data from the Phase 2 study long term extension over 3 years, and quantitative systems pharmacology (QSP) analyses for its lead investigational therapy, valiltramiprosate/ALZ-801, during the 18th Clinical Trials on Alzheimer’s Disease (CTAD) conference in San Diego, California.
Valiltramiprosate is an investigational oral therapeutic agent in Phase 3 trials that works upstream of anti-amyloid antibodies by preventing neurotoxic amyloid oligomer formation. As a prodrug of tramiprosate with improved pharmacokinetics and brain penetration, it targets early amyloid aggregation, which is key in Alzheimer’s disease progression. Valiltramiprosate aims to preserve cerebral structure and function in individuals with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, with a particular emphasis on APOE4/4 homozygotes, who represent the highest genetic risk group and experience rapid disease progression with limited available treatment options.
“Positive clinical and structural brain outcomes from the APOLLOE4 Phase 3 program continue to strengthen the case for valiltramiprosate as a potential breakthrough oral treatment for the high-risk APOE4 population,” said David Watson, PhD, Founder & Principal Investigator, Alzheimer’s & Research Treatment Center. “Therapies that safely reduce the formation of toxic amyloid oligomers at the start of the disease process have the potential to shift how and when we treat Alzheimer’s disease. ALZ-801 has shown that promise in clinical trials.”
Quantitative Systems Pharmacology (QSP) analyses of long term valiltramiprosate clinical data to be presented at CTAD, predict preservation of hippocampal volume and broad reduction in neurodegeneration, consistent with meaningful slowing of clinical decline in early symptomatic AD. Studies show that valiltramiprosate binds monomeric beta amyloid, blocking the creation of harmful oligomers associated with synaptic toxicity and neuron loss. QSP analysis links reduced toxic oligomer formation to greater preservation of hippocampal volume, less neurodegeneration, and slower disease progression, especially in APOE4/4 individuals who have higher levels of neurotoxic amyloid. Favorable long-term safety results over 3 years with no ARIA events continue to differentiate valiltramiprosate from other potential treatment options.
“These new findings support our upstream approach in altering the course of Alzheimer’s disease and highlight valiltramiprosate’s potential as a safe, effective oral therapy for APOE4 patients,” said John Hey, PhD, Alzheon Chief Scientific Officer. “Consistent clinical, imaging, and molecular modeling data provide a solid basis for regulatory discussions and precision medicine development of our lead product.”
Details of Presentations at CTAD
Monday 3:00 p.m. – Tuesday 5:30 p.m.
Poster: Effects of Oral Valiltramiprosate on Clinical Efficacy, Safety and Brain Volume Outcomes in APOE4/4 Homozygotes with Early AD: Topline Results of APOLLOE4 Randomized, Placebo-Controlled 78-Week Multi-Center Trial
Presenter: Dr. Susan Abushakra, Chief Medical Officer, Alzheon, Inc.
Poster #P-054
Poster: Clinical Stabilization in APOE4 Carriers with MCI over 3 Years Correlates with Reduced Hippocampal Atrophy in a Phase 2 Long-Term Extension Study with Oral Valiltramiprosate
Presenter: Dr. John Hey, Chief Scientific Officer, Alzheon, Inc.
Poster #P-056
Poster: Correlations of Valiltramiprosate Effects on Hippocampal Volume and Cortical Thickness with Clinical Outcomes in APOE4/4 Subjects with MCI: Prespecified Analysis from the 78-Week APOLLOE4 Phase 3 Trial
Presenter: Dr. Aidan Power, Chief Development Officer, Alzheon, Inc.
Poster #P-058
Poster: Effects of the Oral Anti-Amyloid Agent Valiltramiprosate on Measures of Microstructural Integrity: Diffusion MRI Results of the Phase 3 APOLLOE4 Trial in APOE4/4 Homozygotes with Early AD
Presenter: Dr. Earvin Liang, VP of Clinical Development, Alzheon, Inc.
Poster #P-060
Poster: The Safety and ARIA Effects of the Oral Anti-Amyloid Agent Valiltramiprosate from the Phase 3 APOLLOE4 Trial in APOE4/4 Homozygotes with Early AD
Presenter: Dr. David Watson, CEO, Alzheimer’s Research & Treatment Center
Poster #P-086
Poster: Biomarker Positive APOE4 Carriers with MCI Show Stability on MMSE Over 208-weeks of Treatment with Oral Valiltramiprosate in a Phase 2 Multi-Center-Single-Arm Trial
Presenter: Dr. Patrick Kesslak, Senior Research Fellow, Alzheon, Inc.
Poster #P-085
Wednesday 7:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Poster: Valiltramiprosate/ ALZ-801 Inhibits Amyloid Oligomer Formation: Quantitative Systems Pharmacology Analysis of A-Beta Aggregation Dynamics & Impact on AD Progression
Presenter: Dr. John Hey, Chief Scientific Officer, Alzheon, Inc.
Poster #P-272
Poster: Valiltramiprosate Prevents Hippocampal Atrophy & Clinical Decline in An Early Symptomatic APOE4/4 AD Subpopulation in Phase 3 Study via Potential Neurogenesis/ Neuroplasticity Action
Presenter: Dr. Jeremy Yu, Senior Research Fellow, Alzheon, Inc.
Poster #P-277
Poster: Quantitative System Pharmacology Analysis of Oral Valiltramiprosate Natural Trajectory of Alzheimer’s Disease Progression by APOE4 Genotype: Contribution of Anti-Amyloid Oligomer & APOE4 Corrector Modes of Action
Presenter: Jean Schaefer, VP of CMC & Project Management, Alzheon, Inc.
Poster #P-296
About Alzheon
Alzheon, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing a diverse portfolio of product candidates and diagnostic assays for individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. The company is focused on innovating therapeutic solutions that directly target the underlying pathology of neurodegeneration. Its lead Alzheimer’s clinical candidate, valiltramiprosate/ALZ-801, is a first-in-class oral agent currently in Phase 3 clinical development as a potentially disease-modifying treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Valiltramiprosate is an orally administered small molecule shown in preclinical studies to completely inhibit the formation of neurotoxic soluble amyloid oligomers. Leveraging clinical expertise and a robust technology platform, Alzheon pursues drug discovery and development using a precision medicine approach that incorporates individual genetic and biomarker profiles, aiming to advance therapies with meaningful benefits for patients. Visit: https://alzheon.com.

