Intellia Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:NTLA) BofA Securities 2025 Healthcare Conference May 13, 2025 7:20 PM ET Company Participants Ed Dulac - CFO Conference Call Participants Alec Stranahan - BofA Securities Alec Stranahan Hello, everyone. Thanks for joining the session with Intellia Therapeutics on day 1 of the 2025 Bank of America Healthcare Conference. My name is Alec Stranahan. I'm senior biotech analyst covering Intellia here at BofA. And I have the pleasure of being joined by Ed Dulac, the Chief Financ ...

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Preclinical studies achieved therapeutically relevant gene editing levels of the HBG1/2 promoter & favorable biodistribution profile in non-human primates using a clinically validated editing strategy Data reinforces continued development as a potentially transformative, in vivo approach to treating sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (Nasdaq: EDIT), a pioneering gene editing company, today announced that new data from a study in ...

Summary of Editas' Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Editas Medicine - **Industry**: Biotechnology, specifically focusing on gene editing and therapy Key Points and Arguments Focus on In Vivo Development - Editas aims to be a premier in vivo gene editing company, refining its focus since the CEO's arrival three years ago [5] - The company has generated promising data in in vivo gene editing, particularly for sickle cell disease, which is seen as a significant opportunity [6][7] Market Potential and Treatment Efficacy - In vivo gene editing is expected to expand the market and reduce patient burden compared to ex vivo therapies [6] - The company believes that the efficacy bar for in vivo treatments is on par or better than ex vivo options, allowing for a larger patient population [9] Preclinical Data and Optimization - Editas is applying learnings from its ex vivo program to optimize its in vivo gene editing approach, focusing on delivery mechanisms [10][11] - Proprietary TLNP technology is showing great potential in preclinical settings [11] Business Development and Pipeline Expansion - The company is exploring additional investments and partnerships to expand its pipeline, particularly in in vivo applications [13][17] - Editas is focused on being best-in-class in vivo gene therapy, with a strategic approach to target functional proteins [15][16] Financial Position and Capital Efficiency - Editas has a cash runway extending into Q2 2027, providing breathing room to advance its in vivo programs [19][21] - The company is being capital efficient, particularly in managing wind-down costs from previous programs [26] Licensing Agreements and Intellectual Property - Current licensing agreements remain unaffected by recent legal decisions, and Editas is open to new licensing opportunities [28][29] Upcoming Data and Milestones - Editas presented data at ASGCT, showing over 80% reduction in a disease biomarker in its liver program [32] - The company plans to declare two drug candidates by mid-2025 and file an IND for one candidate in 2026, with potential human proof of mechanism expected by late 2026 to early 2027 [36] Conclusion - Editas is focused on advancing its in vivo gene editing capabilities while maintaining a strong financial position and exploring new partnerships to enhance its pipeline [41]

Summary of Intellia Therapeutics Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Intellia Therapeutics - **Industry**: Gene Editing and Biotechnology - **Focus**: In vivo applications of gene editing with a focus on late-stage programs and clinical studies [4][5] Key Assets and Programs - **Phase III Studies**: Two assets with three Phase III studies in progress, targeting different indications [4][5] - **ATTR Program**: Focused on TTR (transthyretin) amyloidosis with two Phase III studies, one for Polyneuropathy (PN) and one for Centimeters [6][8] - **HAE Program**: A pivotal Phase III program for Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) with aggressive enrollment and a timeline for updates [33][36] Market Dynamics and Competitive Landscape - **ATTR Market**: Increasing diagnosis rates and a high level of unmet need despite existing therapies. The company believes its approach to significantly reduce TTR levels will provide a competitive edge [6][7][10] - **Centimeters Opportunity**: The company is optimistic about the trajectory of the Centimeters opportunity, with strong enrollment momentum and investigator enthusiasm [8][10] - **HAE Market**: Aiming for a paradigm shift from chronic therapy to a one-time treatment, targeting zero attacks and no ongoing therapy for patients [37][38] Clinical Data and Efficacy - **TTR Knockdown**: The company has demonstrated consistent TTR knockdown in Phase I studies, with a nadir reached in 28 days [16][22] - **Durability of Response**: Emphasis on the importance of durability in treatment response, with ongoing data collection to support long-term efficacy [11][13][48] - **Functional Endpoints**: The studies are tracking various functional endpoints, including mortality, hospitalization, and quality of life metrics [18][19] Financial and Operational Strategy - **Cash Position**: The company has a cash balance exceeding $700 million, which is expected to support the execution of Phase III programs and commercial infrastructure development [52][54] - **Restructuring**: A recent restructuring aimed at focusing on key research areas while ensuring financial stability and operational efficiency [53][55] - **Market Strategy**: Plans to build the company through successful launches in smaller markets before tackling larger opportunities [25][27] Regulatory and Market Engagement - **FDA Interactions**: The company maintains a positive relationship with the FDA, running gold standard randomized placebo-controlled studies, which are expected to align with regulatory expectations [58][59] - **Market Research**: Ongoing market research to understand patient and physician perspectives, which will inform commercial strategies [35][36] Future Outlook - **Upcoming Milestones**: Anticipated data releases and updates on clinical trials over the next 12 to 18 months, with a focus on building a robust safety database and demonstrating treatment efficacy [30][56] - **Long-term Vision**: The company aims to leverage its gene editing technology to provide significant benefits to patients and the healthcare system, with a focus on sustainable growth and value creation [11][31][39]

- Nonhuman primate (NHP) study in hemophilia A demonstrated therapeutically relevant factor VIII (FVIII) activity with durable response through approximately 19 months with an encouraging safety profile - Well capitalized with $226.0 million in cash, cash equivalents and available-for-sale marketable securities as of March 31, 2025 with runway anticipated to support operations into 2027 EMERYVILLE, Calif., May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Metagenomi, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGX), a precision genetic medicines company ...

Editas Medicine (EDIT) reported an adjusted loss of 43 cents per share in the first quarter of 2025, narrower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of 51 cents. The adjusted figure excluded the effect of restructuring and impairment charges in the reported quarter. The company had incurred a loss of 76 cents per share in the year-ago quarter.Collaboration and other research and development (R&D) revenues, which comprise the company’s top line, were $4.7 million in the reported quarter, up significantl ...

Advancements Lay the Groundwork for Future Genetic Medicines for Rare and Prevalent Forms of Heart DiseaseSOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tenaya Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: TNYA), a clinical-stage biotechnology company with a mission to discover, develop and deliver potentially curative therapies that address the underlying causes of heart disease, today announced that it will present five abstracts at the upcoming American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy (ASGCT 2025) 28th Ann ...

Company to share in vivo preclinical data demonstrating the successful use of targeted lipid nanoparticles to deliver HBG1/2 promoter editing cargo to hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs) at ASGCT this week Company will also share in vivo preclinical proof of concept to upregulate expression of a target liver protein to meaningfully reduce a common disease-associated biomarker at ASGCT this week and TIDES next week Remains on track to declare two in vivo gene editing development candidates via ge ...

Lasme-cel (UCART22) Phase 1 dataset and late-stage development strategy expected in the third quarter of 2025Eti-cel (UCART20x22) Phase 1 study in relapsed or refractory B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (r/r NHL) ongoing with readout expected in late 2025AstraZeneca partnership: R&D activities ongoing on three programs – one allogeneic CAR T for hematological malignancies, one allogeneic CAR T for solid tumors, and one in vivo gene therapy for a genetic disorderCellectis will present novel non-viral gene editing ...