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Sernova Appoints Jonathan Rigby as Interim Chair
Globenewswire· 2025-06-02 20:15
Core Viewpoint - Sernova Biotherapeutics is making significant progress in its mission to develop a functional cure for type 1 diabetes (T1D) through its innovative Cell Pouch Bio-hybrid Organ technology, while also undergoing leadership changes and pursuing financing opportunities [1][3]. Company Developments - Jonathan Rigby has been appointed as Interim Chair of the board of directors, effective immediately, while the company searches for a new independent director to take on the Chair role [1]. - The company is actively engaged in financing discussions with GoldTrack Ventures and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which are seen as promising partnerships [2]. - Sernova has released encouraging clinical data and formed a Clinical Advisory Board, indicating progress in its strategic and operational initiatives [3]. - The departure of Modestus Obochi, the Chief Business Officer, has been announced, with the company expressing gratitude for his contributions [3]. Technology and Innovation - Sernova is focused on developing regenerative medicine therapeutics that combine its Cell Pouch with human donor cells or stem-cell derived islet-like clusters, in collaboration with Evotec, to create Bio-hybrid Organs aimed at treating T1D and thyroid disorders [4].
Myriad Genetics Shares New Clinical Data Demonstrating Sensitivity of Precise MRD Across Multiple Cancer Types
Globenewswire· 2025-06-02 13:00
Core Insights - Myriad Genetics announced new clinical data from the MONSTAR-SCREEN-3 study, demonstrating the effectiveness of its ultra-sensitive Precise™ MRD Test in detecting circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) across various cancer types [1][2] - The study achieved 100% baseline detection of ctDNA and found that 60% of patients testing positive one month post-surgery had ctDNA levels only detectable via the ultra-sensitive test [2] Study Findings - The MONSTAR-SCREEN-3 study involved approximately 1,200 patients across more than 20 cancer types, focusing on the application of MRD monitoring using Precise MRD [3] - The study aims to provide high-quality clinical evidence for the broad application of MRD testing, particularly in low-shedding tumors [3] - ctDNA levels are assessed at multiple time points, including diagnosis, post-neoadjuvant therapy, and post-surgery, with follow-ups every 3-6 months for at least two years [3] Test Details - Myriad's Precise MRD test is a tumor-informed, whole-genome sequencing (WGS)-based test that monitors hundreds to thousands of tumor-specific variants, offering exceptional sensitivity in ctDNA detection [4][5] - The test can detect tumor fractions as low as 0.0001% (1 part per million) and has shown a clinically meaningful lead time in detecting recurrence compared to imaging [5] Clinical Implications - The results indicate that ctDNA status after neoadjuvant treatment is strongly associated with pathological response, highlighting the potential for personalized treatment strategies [2][5] - The enhanced sensitivity of the Precise MRD test allows for better monitoring and treatment planning for patients with low-shedding tumors, such as breast and renal cancers [2][4]
Celularity Announces Publication Advancing Ocular Surface Reconstruction with Tri-Layer Amniotic Membrane Technology
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-06-02 12:00
Highlights the unique potential of Celularity’s proprietary advanced biomaterial technology as a novel cellular delivery system for ocular surface reconstructionSupports broad range of regenerative medicine applications beyond ophthalmology FLORHAM PARK, N.J., June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Celularity Inc. (Nasdaq: CELU) (“Celularity” or the “Company”), a regenerative and cellular medicine company, today announced its research published in the May 29, 2025, issue of the peer-reviewed journal Regenerative ...
BridgeBio to Participate in the Goldman Sachs 46th Annual Global Healthcare Conference 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-06-02 11:30
Company Overview - BridgeBio Pharma, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, creating, testing, and delivering transformative medicines for genetic diseases [3] - Founded in 2015, the company has a pipeline that includes programs from early science to advanced clinical trials [3] - The team consists of experienced drug discoverers, developers, and innovators dedicated to applying advances in genetic medicine [3] Upcoming Event - Members of BridgeBio's management team will participate in a fireside chat at the Goldman Sachs 46th Annual Global Healthcare Conference 2025 on June 9 at 8:40 am ET [1] - A live webcast of the presentation will be available on the company's website, with a replay accessible for 30 days post-event [2]
Relay Therapeutics Announces Updated Data for RLY-2608 + Fulvestrant Further Demonstrating Clinically Meaningful Progression Free Survival at ASCO 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-06-02 11:00
Core Insights - Relay Therapeutics announced updated interim clinical data for RLY-2608, showing a median progression-free survival (PFS) of 11.0 months in second-line patients with PI3Kα-mutated, HR+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer [1][2] - The company plans to initiate a pivotal Phase 3 trial, ReDiscover-2, in mid-2025 [2][16] - RLY-2608 is the first known allosteric, pan-mutant, and isoform-selective inhibitor of PI3Kα, designed to improve tolerability and efficacy compared to standard treatments [11][12] Clinical Data Summary - The updated data indicate a median PFS of 10.3 months overall and 11.0 months for second-line patients, with a clinical benefit rate of 67% [7][8] - Among 64 patients receiving the recommended Phase 3 dose (RP3D) of 600mg BID, 44% had received two or more prior lines of therapy [5][8] - The study enrolled 118 patients with PI3Kα-mutated, HR+, HER2- locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer [4][8] Safety and Tolerability - RLY-2608 + fulvestrant was generally well tolerated, with low-grade treatment-related adverse events (TRAEs) being manageable and reversible [8][15] - Only 36% of patients experienced a Grade 3 TRAE, with no Grade 4-5 TRAEs reported [15] Future Directions - The company is progressing two front-line triplet regimens, one with atirmociclib and another with ribociclib, both currently in dose escalation [9][16] - Continued enrollment in the Phase 1/2 ReInspire study for vascular malformations is also planned [16]
IDEAYA Biosciences to Participate in Upcoming June 2025 Investor Relations Events
Prnewswire· 2025-06-02 10:00
Group 1 - IDEAYA Biosciences, Inc. is participating in two upcoming investor relations events: the 2025 Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference on June 4th and the Goldman Sachs 46th Annual Global Healthcare Conference on June 9th [1] - The CEO, Yujiro S. Hata, will be featured in fireside chats at both conferences, hosted by equity research analysts from Jefferies and Goldman Sachs [1] - A live audio webcast of the events will be available on the IDEAYA website, with replays accessible for 30 days post-event [1] Group 2 - IDEAYA is focused on precision medicine in oncology, developing targeted therapeutics based on molecular diagnostics [2] - The company integrates capabilities in identifying and validating translational biomarkers with drug discovery to optimize patient selection for its therapies [2] - IDEAYA is particularly focused on synthetic lethality, an emerging class of precision medicine targets [2]
Danaher Partners With AstraZeneca to Support Precision Medicine
ZACKS· 2025-05-30 16:51
Danaher Corporation (DHR) recently partnered with AstraZeneca PLC (AZN) to develop and market novel diagnostic tools aimed at improving patient selection for precision medicine treatments.Based in Cambridge, UK, AstraZeneca is a biopharmaceutical company that researches, develops, manufactures and commercializes innovative prescription medicines. The company works with primary and specialty care doctors through distributors and representative offices in the US, the UK, Europe and Asia.Inside the HeadlinesPr ...
Amicus Therapeutics to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences in June 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-05-30 11:00
PRINCETON, N.J., May 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amicus Therapeutics (Nasdaq: FOLD) today announced that management will participate in upcoming presentations at the following investor conferences in June. Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference 2025 in New York, NY, on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 11:40 a.m. ETGoldman Sachs 46th Annual Global Healthcare Conference 2025 in Miami, FL, on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET A live audio webcast of each presentation can also be accessed via the investors se ...
Danaher Announces Diagnostic Development and Commercialization Partnership to Scale Precision Medicine
Prnewswire· 2025-05-29 20:30
Danaher has entered a partnership with AstraZeneca to scale precision medicine, including developing the next generation of AI-powered diagnostics This partnership aims to create a framework for rapid diagnostics research, development and commercialization Danaher, through its Centers for Enabling Precision Medicine, will provide support in all aspects of the development cycle across diagnostic modalitiesWASHINGTON, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) ("Danaher"), a global science ...
Relay Therapeutics to Participate in Two Upcoming Investor Conferences in June
Globenewswire· 2025-05-29 20:05
Core Insights - Relay Therapeutics is a clinical-stage precision medicine company focused on transforming the drug discovery process through advanced computational and experimental technologies [2] Group 1: Company Overview - Relay Therapeutics aims to bring life-changing therapies to patients by integrating cutting-edge computational and experimental approaches [2] - The company utilizes its Dynamo® platform to target previously intractable protein targets, enhancing small molecule therapeutic discovery in oncology and genetic diseases [2] Group 2: Upcoming Events - Management will participate in two fireside chats in June 2025, specifically at the Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference on June 4 and the Goldman Sachs Global Healthcare Conference on June 11 [3] - The fireside chats will be webcast live and available for replay for up to 30 days after the events [1]