EPI

Glaukos Achieves Pipeline Milestone with Enrollment Completion in Phase 3 Confirmatory Trial for Epioxa (Epi-on)

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Monday, June 5, 2023

“We appreciate the commitment and dedication of the clinical investigators, who played a vital role in helping to achieve this enrollment milestone ahead of our original timing expectations.

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  • “We appreciate the commitment and dedication of the clinical investigators, who played a vital role in helping to achieve this enrollment milestone ahead of our original timing expectations.
  • The study eyes were randomized in a 2:1 ratio to receive Epioxa therapy or placebo and sham procedure control treatment.
  • Results from this second Phase 3 confirmatory pivotal trial together with the already-completed first Phase 3 pivotal trial are expected to support Glaukos’ targeted NDA submission for Epioxa by the end of 2024.
  • As a reminder, the U.S. FDA has confirmed Glaukos’ first Phase 3 pivotal trial for Epioxa, which met the pre-specified primary efficacy endpoint, would be adequate to support the submission and review of an eventual NDA, in conjunction with this second Phase 3 trial.

EQS-News: ​​​​​​​Epigenomics AG Reports Financial Results for the First Quarter of 2023

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

Berlin (Germany) and San Diego, CA (USA), May 31, 2023 - Epigenomics AG (FSE: ECX, the "Company") today reported financial results (IFRS, unaudited) for the first three months of 2023.

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  • Berlin (Germany) and San Diego, CA (USA), May 31, 2023 - Epigenomics AG (FSE: ECX, the "Company") today reported financial results (IFRS, unaudited) for the first three months of 2023.
  • Revenues in the first quarter of 2023 increased slightly year-on-year from EUR 115 thousand to EUR 134 thousand.
  • Cash consumption decreased slightly to EUR 3,272 thousand in the first quarter of 2023 (Q1 2022: EUR 3,408 thousand).
  • On April 12, 2023, the Company announced the resignation of Chief Executive Officer Greg Hamilton effective June 30, 2023.

Navitas Initiates Strategic Manufacturing Investments

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

TORRANCE, Calif., May 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Navitas Semiconductor (Nasdaq: NVTS), the industry-leader in next-generation power semiconductors, announced the first in a series of strategic manufacturing investments, to increase control, reduce costs and enhance revenue capacity for its GeneSiC silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., May 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Navitas Semiconductor (Nasdaq: NVTS), the industry-leader in next-generation power semiconductors, announced the first in a series of strategic manufacturing investments, to increase control, reduce costs and enhance revenue capacity for its GeneSiC silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors.
  • Adding a SiC epitaxial (or “epi”) layer onto a raw SiC wafer is the first step in manufacturing individual SiC power devices.
  • This is especially significant as AIXTRON and Navitas are both firm believers and pioneers in the unstoppable advance of GaN and SiC over legacy silicon.
  • Navitas recently completed an $80 million follow-on common stock offering and plans to use proceeds from the offering for strategic manufacturing investments, among other possible uses, including working capital and general corporate purposes.

EPI’s Pulvinar Neuro is Awarded $3 Million NIH Grant for Transcranial Stimulation Research

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Pulvinar Neuro , a wholly owned subsidiary of Electromedical Products International, Inc. (EPI) developing non-invasive brain stimulation devices, was awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to further its research in transcranial stimulation (TCS) as a potential treatment for psychiatric disorders.

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  • Pulvinar Neuro , a wholly owned subsidiary of Electromedical Products International, Inc. (EPI) developing non-invasive brain stimulation devices, was awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to further its research in transcranial stimulation (TCS) as a potential treatment for psychiatric disorders.
  • The grant also includes funding for a double-blind, placebo-controlled study of the cloud-enabled TCS device in 30 patients with major depressive disorder.
  • "This NIH grant will enable us to take a key step forward in the development of our novel brain stimulation treatment for mental illness," said Leah Townsend, Ph.D., chief science officer, EPI.
  • Research reported in this press release was supported by the National Institute of Mental Health of the National Institutes of Health under award number R44MH119872.

Novan Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

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Monday, May 15, 2023

DURHAM, N.C., May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Novan, Inc. (“the Company” or “Novan”) (Nasdaq: NOVN), today announced its financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023, and provided a corporate update. The Company will host a conference call and webcast, today, May 15, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. ET (details below).

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    DURHAM, N.C., May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Novan, Inc. (“the Company” or “Novan”) (Nasdaq: NOVN), today announced its financial and operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023, and provided a corporate update.
  • “Turning to our commercial portfolio, the first quarter of 2023 marked a noteworthy increase in the number of new prescription writers across our promoted products.
  • 9% prescription growth in first quarter 2023 compared to first quarter 2022;
    26% increase in total writers in first quarter 2023 compared to first quarter 2022; and
    1% increase in units sold in first quarter 2023 compared to first quarter 2022.
  • 19% prescription growth in first quarter 2023 compared to first quarter 2022;
    18% increase in new prescriptions compared to first quarter 2022; and
    23% increase in units sold in first quarter 2023 compared to first quarter 2022.

First Wave BioPharma Completes Patient Screening For Phase 2 Span Adrulipase Clinical Trial in Cystic Fibrosis

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

The Phase 2 multi-center clinical trial ( NCT05719311 ) is designed to investigate the safety, tolerability and efficacy of an enteric microgranule delivery formulation for adrulipase in a titrated dose-escalation study involving an estimated twelve (12) patients.

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  • The Phase 2 multi-center clinical trial ( NCT05719311 ) is designed to investigate the safety, tolerability and efficacy of an enteric microgranule delivery formulation for adrulipase in a titrated dose-escalation study involving an estimated twelve (12) patients.
  • James Sapirstein, Chief Executive Officer of First Wave BioPharma commented, “We are very pleased to have completed patient screening in our Phase 2b SPAN study of adrulipase.
  • The SPAN trial is an open-label study that will be conducted at three sites in the U.S. A total of 12 cystic fibrosis patients, 18 years or older are expected to be enrolled.
  • Each patient will be started on a low dose of adrulipase.

Kalray, Arteris, Secure-IC, and Thales, Win the Call for Projects Related to the AI Acceleration Strategy of the "France Relance 2030 - Future Investments" Plan

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

Kalray's next-generation high-performance, low-power DPU processor is at the heart of the project.

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  • Kalray's next-generation high-performance, low-power DPU processor is at the heart of the project.
  • Use cases linked to artificial intelligence (AI) are developing exponentially.
  • This technological leadership enables Kalray to offer a serious French and European alternative to the predominantly American or Chinese technology players.
  • "In the current geopolitical context, the semiconductor industry has become essential, both in terms of production tools and technological know-how for designing processors.

AGON by AOC secures number 1 spot as the world's leading gaming monitor brand

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

MILPITAS, Calif., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- EPI, the leading display specialist and North America brand license partner for Philips and AOC monitors – proudly announces its position as the world's number one gaming monitor brand, per the IDC Quarterly Gaming Tracker report for Q4/2022. The gaming-focused sub-brand of the display specialist AOC, AGON by AOC, has outpaced its competitors to secure the top spot on the global gaming monitor market, thanks to the cutting-edge technologies offered (such as MiniLED and DisplayHDR 1400), exceptional performance (with refresh rates up to 360 Hz), and unwavering commitment to providing the ultimate gaming experience. In the last year, AGON by AOC launched its 5th generation of AGON monitors with refreshed designs as well as fast, responsive panels, and introduced brand-new technologies in its AGON PRO line-up.

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  • In the last year, AGON by AOC launched its 5th generation of AGON monitors with refreshed designs as well as fast, responsive panels, and introduced brand-new technologies in its AGON PRO line-up.
  • Anna Stefańczyk, AOC Global Marketing Lead, says, "We are thrilled to be the world's top gaming monitor brand.
  • The AOC GAMING line emphasizes the importance of the gaming experience itself, providing diverse options that cater to gamers' varying moods and interests.
  • AGON by AOC extends its heartfelt gratitude to the gaming community and customers for their trust and continued support.

Codexis Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Codexis, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDXS), a leading enzyme engineering company, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023, and provided a business update.

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  • Company Reiterates 2023 Total Revenue Guidance with Adjustments to Product vs. R&D Revenue Mix and Range on Gross Margin
    REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Codexis, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDXS), a leading enzyme engineering company, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023, and provided a business update.
  • Including these enzyme sales, first quarter 2023 total revenues were down 63% compared to $35.3 million in the prior year.
  • Product gross margin for first quarter 2023 was 46% compared to 72% in first quarter 2022; the decrease was largely driven by variability in the product mix and reflects the volume of lower margin products sold during first quarter 2023.
  • Codexis provided an update to its 2023 financial guidance issued on February 23, 2023.

WorkForce Software Announces Partner Excellence Award Winners EPI-USE, Accenture, and SAP SuccessFactors for their Commitment to Shaping the Future of Work Through Modern Workforce Management Technology

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

LIVONIA, Mich., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the first global provider of integrated employee experience and workforce management solutions WorkForce Software, announces the winners of its 2023 Partner Excellence Awards. These awards recognize partners who have demonstrated exceptional value to global employers committed to modernizing their workforce management capabilities. The awards were announced at WorkForce Software's VISION 2023 Essentials Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. VISION is a gathering of industry experts, HR leaders, operations professionals, and WorkForce Software's global partners, where they discuss the critical importance of harnessing data and the latest technologies to enhance operational outcomes and provide a better work experience for employees, particularly for the deskless workers who make up a significant portion of the workforce.

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  • WorkForce Software has recognized EPI-USE, Accenture, and SAP SuccessFactors with the 2023 Partner Excellence Awards for their unwavering dedication to providing workforce management solutions to customers leveraging WorkForce Software's solutions.
  • LIVONIA, Mich., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the first global provider of integrated employee experience and workforce management solutions WorkForce Software , announces the winners of its 2023 Partner Excellence Awards.
  • The 2023 WorkForce Software Partner Excellence Awards recognizes achievement in the areas of Partner Innovation, Global Systems Integration, and Business Partnership.
  • Their continued growth and investment in their WorkForce Software practice have made them a strategic systems integrator within the WorkForce Software partner ecosystem.