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Last updated: January 7, 2026

Venova Barrier Device

  • User: Female
  • Hormonal: Non-Hormonal
  • Delivery type:
    • Barrier
  • Intended Duration:
    • Long-Acting
  • Development Stage: Pre-Clinical
  • Developer(s)/researcher(s): Venova Technologies
Details
  • Mechanism of Action:
    • Physical Barrier
  • Inactive Materials: Not Yet Determined
  • Regimen: Not Yet Determined
  • MPT: Not Potential MPT
  • Promising Attributes: This device is non-hormonal and copper-free and so has the potential to have very few side effects.
Product Status

Active Pre-Clinical Research

History

2022: In a 2-week pilot study in baboons, this device was safely and tolerably worn through menses and a patent was filed for the device.
2023: Start of an NIH STTR Phase I Grant to continue with biocompatibility testing.
2025: Venova announces receipt of a $2.23M SBIR Phase II grant from NIH to support pre-IND development of the cervical barrier device.

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