Aerpio Pharmaceuticals is a new, clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the development of novel small molecules and monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of vascular disease and enhancement of wound healing. Aerpio was created in a spin-out transaction from Akebia Therapeutics to enable more rapid development of its exciting compounds. It is managed by the same successful team from Akebia, employing a similar outsourced approach to pharmaceutical development. Aerpio Pharmaceuticals was founded in 2011 and is based in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States.