Biochemical Assay Services for Alzheimer’s Disease R&D
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Biochemical Assay Services for Alzheimer’s Disease R&D

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At Ace Therapeutics, we provide robust biochemical profiling services to advance your Alzheimer's disease (AD) drug discovery pipeline. Our assays focus on the molecular drivers of AD pathology—amyloid-beta (Aβ) aggregation, tau hyperphosphorylation, and enzymatic dysregulation—delivering precise, reproducible data to guide compound optimization and mechanistic validation.

Why Biochemical Assays Are Critical in AD Drug Development

Alzheimer's disease is characterized by complex biochemical disruptions, from misfolded protein accumulation to impaired proteolytic processing. Traditional cell-based or in vivo models often lack the resolution to dissect these mechanisms at the molecular level. Our biochemical assays address this gap by

  • Quantifying target engagement and enzymatic activity with high specificity.
  • Identifying off-target interactions that may compromise compound safety.
  • Providing kinetic data (e.g., IC50, Ki) to refine structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Core Biochemical Assay Services

Amyloid-Beta Aggregation & Clearance Assays

Evaluate compounds targeting Aβ pathology.

  • Thioflavin T fluorescence assays to monitor fibril formation in real time.
  • FRET-based oligomer detection using labeled Aβ42 peptides.
  • Mass spectrometry (MS) for isoform-specific Aβ profiling (Aβ40, Aβ42, Aβ43).
  • Neprilysin and IDE enzyme activity screening to assess Aβ degradation.

Tau Phosphorylation & Aggregation Profiling

Characterize compounds modulating tau pathology.

  • Western blotting for site-specific phosphorylation (pTau181, pTau217).
  • Microfluidic tau fibrillization assays to quantify aggregation kinetics.
  • GSK-3β kinase activity assays using recombinant human enzyme.
  • Tau-MAP2 binding competition studies for microtubule stabilization.

Enzymatic Target Screening

Assess inhibitors or modulators of AD-relevant enzymes.

  • BACE1 and γ-secretase activity assays with fluorogenic substrates.
  • APOE-lipoprotein binding assays to study lipid metabolism interactions.
  • High-throughput screening (HTS) for natural product libraries.

Custom Biomarker Quantification

Validate AD biomarkers in preclinical models.

  • ELISA and SIMOA for CSF or tissue lysate Aβ42, total tau, and pTau.
  • Synaptosome preparation to analyze synaptic proteins (PSD-95, synaptophysin).
  • APOE genotype-specific assays using iPSC neuronal models.

Key Technologies

At Ace Therapeutics, we leverage advanced biochemical tools to dissect Alzheimer's pathology at the molecular level—whether tracking amyloid-beta aggregation kinetics, resolving tau phosphorylation dynamics, or quantifying enzymatic dysregulation. Our technologies are designed to deliver high-resolution, reproducible data, empowering you to refine drug candidates with precision while minimizing off-target risks.

Technology Application
Single-molecule imaging Tracks tau oligomerization dynamics at nanometer resolution.
AI-driven aggregation prediction Prioritizes compounds with anti-amyloid or anti-tau aggregation potential.
Microfluidic platforms Monitors Aβ oligomerization kinetics under physiological shear stress.
High-resolution MS Identifies low-abundance Aβ isoforms and post-translational modifications.

Why Partner with Ace Therapeutics?

  • Targeted Expertise
  • Scalability
  • Cross-Validation
  • Quality Assurance

Biochemical assays are the cornerstone of targeted Alzheimer's drug discovery. At Ace Therapeutics, we combine technical rigor with deep disease insight to help you unravel molecular mechanisms, optimize lead candidates, and de-risk your preclinical pipeline. Contact us today to discuss how our services can accelerate your research.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What sample types do you accept for Aβ aggregation assays

We analyze synthetic peptides, cell lysates, CSF, and brain homogenates. Minimum sample requirements are 10 µL for CSF or 50 µg protein for tissue lysates.

Can you differentiate Aβ oligomers from fibrils

Yes. Our FRET-based assays quantify oligomers, while Thioflavin T detects β-sheet-rich fibrils. TEM imaging is available for morphological validation.

How do you ensure assay reproducibility

We use standardized reference materials and include triplicate wells in all plate-based assays. Batch-to-batch CVs are maintained below 15%.

Do you support kinase inhibitor screening beyond GSK-3β

Yes. We offer CDK5, MARK4, and DYRK1A kinase assays. Custom kinase panels can be developed upon request.

What turnaround time can I expect for HTS projects

High-throughput screens (1,000+ compounds) typically take 4–6 weeks, including data analysis and reporting.

Our products and services are for research use only and can not be used for diagnostic or other purposes.

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Ace Therapeutics is a specialized team of scientists and technical professionals committed to working closely with clients worldwide. We offer comprehensive preclinical testing solutions to support the development of novel therapies and medications across a range of disease areas.