Rheumatoid arthritis

Aqtual to Present Data on Innovative Approach to Rheumatoid Arthritis Therapy Selection at CCR East 2024

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Donnerstag, Mai 9, 2024

The first poster demonstrates proof-of-concept data for a novel blood-based therapy selection test the company is developing to predict treatment response in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

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  • The first poster demonstrates proof-of-concept data for a novel blood-based therapy selection test the company is developing to predict treatment response in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
  • The second poster highlights their PRIMA-102 study, Aqtual's prospective observational clinical trial, which is actively enrolling and was recently expanded to include more than 800 patients.
  • The proof-of-concept data underscores the potential of Aqtual's blood-based therapy selection test to accurately measure patient responses to specific treatments.
  • "The data we are presenting at CCR East 2024 is an important step in the development of Aqtual's first therapy selection test, which will give rheumatologists a powerful tool for selecting therapy and helping their patients with RA achieve low disease activity," said Diana Abdueva, Ph.D., co-founder and CEO of Aqtual.

Anaptys Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Business Update

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Donnerstag, Mai 9, 2024

“This quarter, we continued to enroll patients globally across three Phase 2 trials for our two best-in-class checkpoint agonists: ANB032, our BTLA agonist, and rosnilimab, our PD-1 agonist.

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  • “This quarter, we continued to enroll patients globally across three Phase 2 trials for our two best-in-class checkpoint agonists: ANB032, our BTLA agonist, and rosnilimab, our PD-1 agonist.
  • Collaboration revenue was $7.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, compared to $1.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023.
  • Research and development expenses were $37.0 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, compared to $35.0 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023.
  • General and administrative expenses were $12.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, compared to $10.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023.

Monte Rosa Therapeutics Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

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Donnerstag, Mai 9, 2024

“We’re excited by the significant advances made across our entire portfolio, including both our oncology and immunology/inflammation programs,” said Markus Warmuth, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Monte Rosa Therapeutics.

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  • “We’re excited by the significant advances made across our entire portfolio, including both our oncology and immunology/inflammation programs,” said Markus Warmuth, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Monte Rosa Therapeutics.
  • The Company is on track to determine the recommended Phase 2 dose (RP2D) in Q2 2024 and report Phase 1 study results in H2 2024.
  • Announce the recommended Phase 2 dose for the MRT-2359 Phase 1/2 study in Q2 2024 and report Phase 1 clinical results in H2 2024.
  • Net Loss: Net loss for the first quarter of 2024 was $32.0 million, compared to $33.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2023.

IGM Biosciences Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

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Mittwoch, Mai 8, 2024

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IGM Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: IGMS), a clinical-stage biotechnology company creating and developing engineered IgM antibodies, today announced its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2024 and provided an update on recent developments.

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  • MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., May 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IGM Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: IGMS), a clinical-stage biotechnology company creating and developing engineered IgM antibodies, today announced its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2024 and provided an update on recent developments.
  • Collaboration Revenue: For the first quarter of 2024 and 2023, collaboration revenues were $0.5 million in each quarter.
  • Research and Development (R&D) Expenses: For the first quarter of 2024, R&D expenses were $43.8 million, compared to $50.9 million for the first quarter of 2023.
  • General and Administrative (G&A) Expenses: For the first quarter of 2024, G&A expenses were $10.5 million, compared to $13.0 million for the first quarter of 2023.

Aclaris Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides a Corporate Update

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Dienstag, Mai 7, 2024

WAYNE, Pa., May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACRS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel drug candidates for immuno-inflammatory diseases, today announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2024 and provided a corporate update.

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  • WAYNE, Pa., May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACRS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel drug candidates for immuno-inflammatory diseases, today announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2024 and provided a corporate update.
  • In September 2023, Aclaris reported positive results from its Phase 1 multiple ascending dose (MAD) trial of ATI-2138.
  • Net loss was $16.9 million for the first quarter of 2024 compared to $28.2 million for the first quarter of 2023.
  • Total revenue was $2.4 million for the first quarter of 2024 compared to $2.5 million for the first quarter of 2023.

Dr. Reginald Seeto Appointed as CEO and President, to Lead Scipher Medicine's Next Phase of Growth

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Donnerstag, Mai 9, 2024

Scipher Medicine, an AI-enabled precision immunology company, today announced the appointment of Reginald Seeto, MBBS*, as Chief Executive Officer and President.

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  • Scipher Medicine, an AI-enabled precision immunology company, today announced the appointment of Reginald Seeto, MBBS*, as Chief Executive Officer and President.
  • Dr. Seeto is a seasoned CEO and Board Member who brings more than two decades of leadership experience across both diagnostic and therapeutic companies.
  • Dr. Seeto was most recently the CEO and President of CareDx ("CDNA"), a company focused on the transplant patient.
  • Seeto and Muir’s appointment mark a significant step forward for Scipher as the company positions itself for continued growth within the field of precision immunology.

Autoimmune Disease Diagnostics Market Research, Size, Global Forecasts 2024-2030: Robotics and AI, Autoantibody Assays and Genetic Testing, & Innovative Biomarkers Drive Expansion - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Donnerstag, Mai 9, 2024

The growing old global population, specifically susceptible to autoimmune illnesses, fuels a growing diagnostics market.

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  • The growing old global population, specifically susceptible to autoimmune illnesses, fuels a growing diagnostics market.
  • By product, the global autoimmune diseases diagnostics market is fragmented into Therapeutic & Monitoring Equipment, Diagnostics Equipment, and Drugs.
  • The global autoimmune diseases diagnostics market is segmented into Systemic Autoimmune Disease Diagnostics and Localized Autoimmune Disease Diagnostics.
  • By indication, the global autoimmune diseases diagnostics market is categorized into Rheumatic Disease, Diabetes, Multiple Sclerosis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, and Others.

PLK Targeted Therapies Market & Clinical Trials 2024: Onvansertib Leading the Way in PLK1 Inhibition, Pioneering Breakthroughs in Small Cell Lung Cancer and Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia Treatment - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Dienstag, Mai 7, 2024

The "Global PLK Targeted Therapies Market Opportunity & Clinical Trials Insight 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global PLK Targeted Therapies Market Opportunity & Clinical Trials Insight 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Onvansertib, a PLK1 inhibitor developed by Cardiff Oncology, is currently the most advanced candidate in clinical trials.
  • The progression of these candidates through the pipeline reflects the growing interest and confidence in PLK targeted therapies.
  • In conclusion, PLK targeted therapies are a rapidly developing field with revolutionary promise across a wide range of disease areas.

Hawaii Specialty Pharmacy Announces New Ambulatory Infusion Centers to Serve Maui Community, Invites Local Media and Community Members to Opening Reception

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Mittwoch, Mai 8, 2024

MAKAWAO, Hawaii, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hawaii Specialty Pharmacy (HSP), a leading provider of specialty infusion pharmacy services with a focus on high-touch patient care and a mission to optimize patient health, today announced the opening of two new ambulatory infusion centers in Maui, Hawaii.

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  • MAKAWAO, Hawaii, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hawaii Specialty Pharmacy (HSP), a leading provider of specialty infusion pharmacy services with a focus on high-touch patient care and a mission to optimize patient health, today announced the opening of two new ambulatory infusion centers in Maui, Hawaii.
  • "Empowering our community with comprehensive healthcare solutions has always been at the heart of Hawaii Specialty Pharmacy's mission," says George Kridner, PharmD, CEO of Hawaii Specialty Pharmacy.
  • Since its inception in 2018, Hawaii Specialty Pharmacy has distinguished itself by offering a local and personalized approach to patients managing complex and rare conditions.
  • Maui is excited to welcome these new infusion centers and their staff into the heart of our community."

FDA Roundup: April 26, 2024

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Freitag, April 26, 2024

On Thursday, the FDA announced it has approved the first generic pimobendan for the management of congestive heart failure in dogs.

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  • On Thursday, the FDA announced it has approved the first generic pimobendan for the management of congestive heart failure in dogs.
  • The FDA expects this firm to fully address the violations described in the warning letter.
  • This represents the first FDA approval of a radioactive drug, or radiopharmaceutical, for pediatric patients 12 years of age and older with SSTR-positive GEP-NETs.
  • This represents the first FDA approval of a systemic therapy for the treatment of patients with pediatric LGG with BRAF rearrangements, including fusions.