Downregulation and upregulation

Kymera Therapeutics Announces Scientific Presentations at the American Association for Cancer Research 2024 Annual Meeting

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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WATERTOWN, Mass., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kymera Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: KYMR), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company advancing a new class of small molecule medicines using targeted protein degradation (TPD), today announced that new preclinical data showing the structural and molecular mechanisms underlying anti-tumor activity of its novel STAT3 degrader, KT-333, were presented in a late-breaking research poster session at the AACR Annual Meeting taking place April 5-10, 2024, in San Diego, California. Additionally, Nello Mainolfi, PhD, Founder, President and CEO, will present in the Major Symposium at the conference highlighting the Company’s unique target selection strategy and strong preclinical to clinical translation observed across the Company’s first-in-class oncology programs, KT-333 and KT-253, a potent and selective degrader of MDM2.

Key Points: 
  • For these reasons, STAT3 degraders may provide a solution to the development of targeted and selective drugs to address multiple STAT3 dependent pathologies.
  • Additionally, this unique mechanism of action led to induction of proinflammatory anti-tumorigenic transcriptional signatures in the tumor microenvironment.
  • This has resulted in robust antitumor activity in patients, as reported in the Company’s latest clinical update at the American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting in December 2023.
  • The Company expects to complete both studies and share additional clinical data to inform the programs’ next development steps in 2024 at upcoming medical meetings.

Vincerx Pharma Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results and Corporate Update

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Friday, March 29, 2024
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PALO ALTO, Calif., March 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Vincerx Pharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: VINC), a biopharmaceutical company aspiring to address the unmet medical needs of patients with cancer through paradigm-shifting therapeutics, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023, and provided a corporate update.

Key Points: 
  • Vincerx presented preclinical data at the 2023 AACR Annual Meeting demonstrating significant activity in patient-derived xenograft (PDX) lymphoma mouse models.
  • Vincerx shared preclinical data at the 2023 ASH Annual Meeting showing superior activity and safety compared with commercially available B-cell targeted ADCs.
  • For the fourth quarter and full year 2023, Vincerx reported a net loss of $4.9 million, or $0.23 per share, and a net loss of $40.2 million, or $1.89 per share, respectively.
  • For the fourth quarter and full year 2022, Vincerx reported a net loss of $13.8 million, or $0.65 per share, and a net loss of $63.0 million, or $3.00 per share, respectively.

Novocure Announces 20 Presentations On Tumor Treating Fields, Highlighting Preclinical Effects in Pancreatic Cancer and Immune Effects, at American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2024

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) today announced 20 presentations on Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) therapy will be delivered at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2024, to be held April 5 to 10 in San Diego.

Key Points: 
  • Novocure (NASDAQ: NVCR) today announced 20 presentations on Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) therapy will be delivered at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2024, to be held April 5 to 10 in San Diego.
  • Presentations from Novocure-sponsored and partner programs include:
    Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) targeted self assembling nanoparticles for pancreatic cancer treatment: In vitro and in vivo assessment.
  • Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) induce an anti-tumor immune response in a pancreatic cancer mouse model.
  • Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) show efficacy in Triple-Negative breast cancer (TNBC) cells alone and in combination with PARP inhibitor Talazoparib.

Phio Pharmaceuticals Announces Patent Granted by USPTO, Strengthening the Company’s Intellectual Property Position in Treating Aging Skin and Skin Disorders

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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The compounds treat age-related skin disorders including photo-aging and dermal hyperpigmentation, targeting the down-regulation of the Matrix metalloproteinase-1 (MMP1) and Tyrosinase (TYR) proteins.

Key Points: 
  • The compounds treat age-related skin disorders including photo-aging and dermal hyperpigmentation, targeting the down-regulation of the Matrix metalloproteinase-1 (MMP1) and Tyrosinase (TYR) proteins.
  • Ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposure is a known contributor to skin cancer and aging, inducing the hyperactivity of MMP1 which increases collagen breakdown and reduces collagen synthesis.
  • “We have a robust patent portfolio for Phio’s INTASYL siRNA technology,” said Robert Bitterman, CEO of Phio Pharmaceuticals.
  • “The addition of this recent patent grant for treatment of photodamaged skin is complementary to our current initiative in treating skin cancer.”

BerGenBio Announces New Preclinical Data Indicating Broadened Potential for Bemcentinib to Treat Severe Respiratory Infections

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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The data presented by Dr. Spalluto showed bemcentinib had activity in human in vitro models of infection caused by Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), influenza and rhinovirus.

Key Points: 
  • The data presented by Dr. Spalluto showed bemcentinib had activity in human in vitro models of infection caused by Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), influenza and rhinovirus.
  • In these models, bemcentinib downregulated IL-6 and IL-8, two important inflammatory cytokines associated with the severity of hospitalized respiratory infections.
  • Clinically, patients with viral respiratory infections can develop acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a life-threatening condition.
  • We look forward to conducting additional preclinical evaluation of bemcentinib's activity in severe respiratory infections to further bolster our understanding in this important area."

BerGenBio Announces New Preclinical Data Indicating Broadened Potential for Bemcentinib to Treat Severe Respiratory Infections

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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The data presented by Dr. Spalluto showed bemcentinib had activity in human in vitro models of infection caused by Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), influenza and rhinovirus.

Key Points: 
  • The data presented by Dr. Spalluto showed bemcentinib had activity in human in vitro models of infection caused by Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), influenza and rhinovirus.
  • In these models, bemcentinib downregulated IL-6 and IL-8, two important inflammatory cytokines associated with the severity of hospitalized respiratory infections.
  • Clinically, patients with viral respiratory infections can develop acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a life-threatening condition.
  • We look forward to conducting additional preclinical evaluation of bemcentinib's activity in severe respiratory infections to further bolster our understanding in this important area."

Kronos Bio Announces Pipeline Update and p300 KAT Inhibitor Development Candidate

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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SAN MATEO, Calif. and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kronos Bio, Inc. (Nasdaq: KRON), a company dedicated to transforming the lives of those affected by cancer, today announced an update on its pipeline. After a review of data from the phase 1b portion of its phase 1b/2 trial of lanraplenib in combination with gilteritinib in FLT3-mutated relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia (AML), the Company has decided not to proceed to phase 2. The Company is open to further development of lanraplenib, a SYK inhibitor, with a partner.

Key Points: 
  • The Company is open to further development of lanraplenib, a SYK inhibitor, with a partner.
  • Kronos Bio also announced the designation of a new development candidate, KB-9558, which targets the lysine acetyltransferase (KAT) domain of p300, a critical node of the IRF4 transcription regulatory network (TRN).
  • “Kronos Bio was founded with a clear vision: to tackle the challenge of deregulated transcription, a hallmark of cancer,” said Norbert Bischofberger, Ph.D., president and chief executive officer of Kronos Bio.
  • We look forward to continuing to work with the Kronos Bio team to bring KB-9558 to patients.”
    “We believe that KB-9558 is positively differentiated from compounds targeting other p300 domains,” said Christopher Dinsmore, Ph.D., chief scientific officer of Kronos Bio.

Kezar Life Sciences Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Business Update

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: KZR), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing breakthrough treatments for immune-mediated and oncologic disorders, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 and provided a business update.

Key Points: 
  • Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: KZR), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing breakthrough treatments for immune-mediated and oncologic disorders, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 and provided a business update.
  • In addition, Kezar recently announced a strategic restructuring to prioritize long-term growth and focus resources on its clinical-stage programs.
  • Actions to prioritize clinical programs and implement cost saving measures are expected to extend Kezar’s cash runway into late 2026.
  • Research and development expenses for the third quarter of 2023 increased by $9.8 million to $23.7 million compared to $13.9 million in the third quarter of 2022.

Intensity Therapeutics Presents Positive INT230-6 Data in Patients with Early-Stage Breast Cancer in a Podium Poster Spotlight Discussion at the 2023 SABCS

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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"A large unmet need in the treatment of breast cancer is that the majority of breast cancers are immune quiescent; resulting in minimal response to immunotherapies.

Key Points: 
  • "A large unmet need in the treatment of breast cancer is that the majority of breast cancers are immune quiescent; resulting in minimal response to immunotherapies.
  • A functional pathway enrichment analysis was conducted and confirmed positive changes in T-cell activation, lymphocyte activation and inflammatory response.
  • Over 95% of treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs) were low grade 1 or 2 primarily localized pain, fatigue, and nausea.
  • We see the potential opportunity for our technology and drug products in both the metastatic and presurgical settings for many types of cancers."

Poster Highlighting Qualigen Therapeutics' Pan-RAS Inhibitor Platform Presented at AACR Special Conference: Advances in Breast Cancer

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Qualigen Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: QLGN), a clinical-stage therapeutics company focused on developing treatments for adult and pediatric cancers with potential for Orphan Drug Designation, today announces a poster presentation on the Company’s Pan-RAS platform at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Special Conference in Breast Cancer Research, held October 19th to 22nd at the Westin San Diego Bayview.

Key Points: 
  • “The RAS pathway continues to be an area of immense interest within the scientific community and biopharmaceutical industry.
  • Due to the prevalence and severity of RAS-driven tumors, there is a high unmet need to discover and develop more broadly acting RAS-targeted compounds.
  • These effects are particularly common in Luminal B breast cancer.
  • As a result, we have developed a series of novel direct Pan-RAS inhibitors that exhibit a distinct binding mechanism to other currently described RAS inhibitors.