Our Mission:
To develop first-in-class drug therapies for tinnitus and hearing disorders
What is Tinnitus?
Tinnitus is...​
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A constant ringing, humming, or hissing sound not caused by an external noise.
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A potentially debilitating neurological disorder.
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A contributing factor for depression, anxiety, and insomnia.
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Not fully treatable using current therapies.
Tinnitus Impacts 740 Million Worldwide
US Adult Patient Population
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14% of the adult population is affected, with 48 million people in the US alone.
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This issue is expected to increase in prevalence as countries develop and populations age.
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The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health estimates that over 22 million workers are exposed to damaging levels of noise each year, which is a primary contributor to tinnitus.
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There are currently no FDA-approved drugs for tinnitus on the market.
Gateway Solutions
Milestones
2
Department of Army Contracts
4
Patents Filed
8
Papers Published
9
SBIR/STTR Grants Received
CONTACT
If You Are Experiencing Tinnitus Please Contact Dr. John Hawks:
For Other Inquiries and Progress Updates please Contact Jack Riccardi:
701 West Main Street, Suite 200
Durham, NC 27701