MIF

MediciNova to Participate in the B. Riley Neuro & Ophthalmology Conference

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Friday, April 22, 2022

MN-166 (ibudilast) is a small molecule compound that inhibits phosphodiesterase type-4 (PDE4) and inflammatory cytokines, including macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF).

Key Points: 
  • MN-166 (ibudilast) is a small molecule compound that inhibits phosphodiesterase type-4 (PDE4) and inflammatory cytokines, including macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF).
  • In addition, MN-166 (ibudilast) is being evaluated in patients that are at risk for developing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).
  • MediciNova, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a broad late-stage pipeline of novel small molecule therapies for inflammatory, fibrotic, and neurodegenerative diseases.
  • MediciNova disclaims any intent or obligation to revise or update these forward-looking statements.

MediciNova Announces Publication of MN-166 (ibudilast) Data regarding Prevention of Metastasis in Uveal Melanoma in Molecular Cancer Research

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Thursday, April 21, 2022

The publication describes a preclinical study which characterized the proteomic content of uveal melanoma exosomes and identified the presence of markers with metastatic properties.

Key Points: 
  • The publication describes a preclinical study which characterized the proteomic content of uveal melanoma exosomes and identified the presence of markers with metastatic properties.
  • Key take-aways in the publication include:
    Uveal melanoma exosomes (UM-exo) induce activation of cell signaling pathways and the release of cytokines and growth factors from hepatocytes.
  • MIF blockade inhibited UM cell migration in co-cultures with exosome-stimulated hepatocytes and prevented the development of metastases in vivo.
  • This study provided the first in vivo evidence that MIF inhibition may serve as a novel adjuvant drug therapy to prevent metastasis in uveal melanoma.

MediciNova Announces Completion of Enrollment in the Phase 2 Clinical Trial of MN-166 (ibudilast) in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients at Risk for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Kazuko Matsuda, MD, PhD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer of MediciNova, Inc., commented, "The last enrolled patients last visit has been completed.

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  • Kazuko Matsuda, MD, PhD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer of MediciNova, Inc., commented, "The last enrolled patients last visit has been completed.
  • Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a frequently lethal lung condition caused by excessive inflammation for which there are no effective therapies beyond supportive care.
  • In addition, MN-166 (ibudilast) is being evaluated in patients that are at risk for developing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).
  • MN-166 (ibudilast) is also being evaluated in Phase 2 trials in glioblastoma, patients at risk of developing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), and substance dependence.

MediciNova Announces Secondary Analysis of Phase 2 Trial of MN-166 (ibudilast) in Alcohol Use Disorder Published in Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research

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Friday, April 8, 2022

Eligible participants were randomized to MN-166 (ibudilast) or matched placebo and completed daily diary assessments (DDAs) during the two-week period.

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  • Eligible participants were randomized to MN-166 (ibudilast) or matched placebo and completed daily diary assessments (DDAs) during the two-week period.
  • Multilevel models compared the effects of MN-166 (ibudilast) and placebo on subjective alcohol response.
  • We are pleased that the results of this secondary analysis are consistent with the findings from the primary analysis.
  • Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a prevalent and disabling psychiatric disorder with limited treatment options.

Biognosys and NeoGenomics Expand Global Strategic Partnership Initiatives on Multiple Discovery Proteomics Solutions Supporting Biopharma R&D

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Monday, April 11, 2022

Biognosys, a leader in next-generation proteomics solutions for drug discovery and development, announced today a global strategic partnership agreement with NeoGenomics, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEO), a leading provider of oncology testing and global contract research services.

Key Points: 
  • Biognosys, a leader in next-generation proteomics solutions for drug discovery and development, announced today a global strategic partnership agreement with NeoGenomics, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEO), a leading provider of oncology testing and global contract research services.
  • The strategic partnership will encompass multiple strategic and commercial initiatives, including NeoGenomics labs offering access to Biognosys proteomics platforms, medical and scientific affairs-joint presentations and discussions, along with joint scientific and technical initiatives.
  • At Biognosys, we continuously push the boundaries of what is possible with our proteomics solutions to address key challenges in drug development, said Kristina Beeler, Ph.D., Chief Business Officer, Biognosys.
  • We are excited to now combine our proteomics platforms with NeoGenomics immuno-profiling platform to advance our biopharma partners oncology drug development programs.

OncoOne Presents Preclinical Proof of Concept Data for its Next-Generation oxMIF-targeted Monoclonal Antibody ON203 at the AACR Annual Meeting

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Friday, April 8, 2022

Conference participants can access the data in both a poster format and an online oral presentation via the conference website .

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  • Conference participants can access the data in both a poster format and an online oral presentation via the conference website .
  • The poster #313 will be presented on Sunday, April 10 in the poster session Antibodies and Immune Therapies, from 1:30 5:00 pm CDT.
  • The preclinical data presented at AACR further validates our approach as we prepare to initiate the evaluation of ON203 in a Phase I clinical trial in patients with solid tumors.
  • The poster will be available on OncoOnes website upon conclusion of the AACR 2022 Annual Meeting.

Ultivue Announces Co-Marketing and Co-Development Collaboration with Paige for AI-Powered Biomarker Imaging Solutions for Precision Medicine

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Thursday, April 7, 2022

The fast, zero-footprint, scanner-agnostic viewer, storage capabilities and AI-based diagnostic software help pathologists review cases and support their overall workflow.

Key Points: 
  • The fast, zero-footprint, scanner-agnostic viewer, storage capabilities and AI-based diagnostic software help pathologists review cases and support their overall workflow.
  • Ultivue, a leader in advancing precision medicine solutions by accelerating tissue biomarker discovery and validation, develops unique platform agnostic solutions for use in both mIF imaging and spatial phenomics.
  • By uniting two platform-agnostic technologies, we are well-positioned to enable broad adoption of our AI-powered biomarker imaging solutions.
  • Ultivue provides researchers in translational medicine with multiplex biomarker assays for tissue phenotyping and digital pathology.

Ultivue Announces Multiple Events for Multiplex Immunofluorescence and Image Analysis Technology in Immuno-Oncology Research at AACR 2022

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022

The company will also spotlight an early access program for mouse researchers interested in exploring the use of advanced pre-clinical tools to probe the dynamic nature of events occurring in the TiME.

Key Points: 
  • The company will also spotlight an early access program for mouse researchers interested in exploring the use of advanced pre-clinical tools to probe the dynamic nature of events occurring in the TiME.
  • Ultivue will also host their 2nd annual Biomarker Insights Summit on April 8th, 2022, ahead of the annual AACR meeting.
  • Ultivue provides researchers and scientists in translational medicine with multiplex biomarker assays for tissue phenotyping and digital pathology.
  • Its proprietary InSituPlex technology enables advanced exploration and interrogation of tissue samples for precision medicine research.

Moonshoot Finance Announces Auto-Staking and Auto-Compounding Protocol

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

New York, NY, March 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Moonshoot Finance team is pleased to announce its auto-staking and auto-compounding protocol that offers the higher revenue.

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  • New York, NY, March 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Moonshoot Finance team is pleased to announce its auto-staking and auto-compounding protocol that offers the higher revenue.
  • While highlighting the benefits of the protocol, the developer team noted that it offers the following:
    Automatic staking and compounding in each users wallet.
  • The Fire Pit grows in size according to the volume; thereby reducing the tokens circulating supply while stabilizing the Moonshoot Protocol.
  • Thats also a brilliant way to maintain protocol stability and ensure that the APY is upheld throughout the Moonshoots lifespan.

The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) Names George Mulligan, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) has appointed George Mulligan, Ph.D., as its new Chief Scientific Officer effective immediately.

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  • The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) has appointed George Mulligan, Ph.D., as its new Chief Scientific Officer effective immediately.
  • His previous roles include serving as the Chief Scientific Officer at Mitobridge where he drove the overall scientific and translational strategy for its mitochondrial platform and clinical compounds.
  • We are thrilled to have Dr. Mulligan join our team as Chief Scientific Officer, said Michael Andreini, President and CEO, the MMRF.
  • A pioneer in precision medicine, the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) seeks to find a cure for all multiple myeloma patients by relentlessly pursuing innovations that accelerate the development of precision treatments for cancer.