Erasca Reports Third Quarter 2025 Business Updates and Financial Results

Core Insights - Erasca, Inc. has received U.S. patent protection for its pan-RAS molecular glue ERAS-0015, which is expected to last until September 2043, enhancing its intellectual property portfolio [2][3] - The company has promoted Robert Shoemaker, Ph.D., to chief scientific officer, strengthening its scientific leadership [2][4] - Initial Phase 1 monotherapy data for both ERAS-0015 and the pan-KRAS inhibitor ERAS-4001 is anticipated in 2026 [2][7] Research and Development Highlights - The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office issued patent No. 12,458,647 for ERAS-0015, covering its composition of matter until September 2043 [3] - The clinical development of ERAS-0015 and ERAS-4001 is progressing, with initial data expected in 2026 [2][7] Corporate Highlights - Robert Shoemaker, Ph.D., has been promoted to chief scientific officer, a role in which he will continue to influence the company's research strategy [2][4] Financial Results - As of September 30, 2025, Erasca reported cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities totaling $362.4 million, down from $440.5 million at the end of 2024, which is expected to fund operations into the second half of 2028 [6][12] - Research and development expenses for Q3 2025 were $22.5 million, a decrease from $27.6 million in Q3 2024, primarily due to reduced clinical trial and discovery activity costs [7][8] - General and administrative expenses increased to $10.1 million in Q3 2025 from $9.6 million in Q3 2024, driven by higher legal fees and personnel costs [8] - The net loss for Q3 2025 was $30.6 million, or $(0.11) per share, compared to a net loss of $31.2 million, or $(0.11) per share, in Q3 2024 [9][13]