MIRAMAR, Fla., Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HCW Biologics Inc. (“HCWB” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HCWB), a U.S.-based clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and developing innovative immunotherapies to extend health span by targeting the link between chronic inflammation and disease, today announced it has entered into a warrant inducement agreement with an investor (“Investor”) for the immediate exercise of certain outstanding warrants that the Company issued on November 20, 2 ...

Company Overview - HCW Biologics Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative immunotherapies targeting chronic inflammation and associated diseases [5] - The company's lead product candidate, HCW9302, was developed using the TOBI™ platform, and it has also created the TRBC platform for constructing immunotherapeutics [5] - The TRBC platform enables the development of multiple classes of immunotherapeutic compounds, including multi-functional immune cell stimulators and second-generation immune checkpoint inhibitors [5] Upcoming Event - HCW Biologics will participate in the 2025 Maxim Growth Summit on October 22nd to 23rd at The Hard Rock Hotel NYC, which gathers industry leaders and innovators [1] - Dr. Hing C. Wong, the CEO, will meet with institutional investors and senior analysts during the event [2] - Keynote speakers at the summit include Larry Kudlow and Christopher Ruddy, with discussions covering various sectors including biotechnology and artificial intelligence [3] Company Pipeline - The company has constructed over 50 molecules using the TRBC platform, with ongoing preclinical evaluation studies based on promising data [5] - HCW Biologics has two licensing programs for exclusive rights to some proprietary molecules [5] Maxim Group Overview - Maxim Group LLC is a full-service investment banking and wealth management firm providing a range of financial services [6] - The firm is registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and is a member of FINRA, SIPC, and NASDAQ [6]

Core Insights - HCW Biologics Inc. will present research data on three lead drug candidates utilizing its TRBC platform technology at the 40th Annual Meeting of the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer from November 5 to 9, 2025 [1][2] Company Overview - HCW Biologics Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative immunotherapies targeting chronic inflammation and related diseases, aiming to improve healthspan and quality of life [3] - The company's lead product candidate, HCW9302, was developed using the legacy TOBI platform, while the new TRBC platform allows for the creation of various classes of immunotherapeutic compounds [3] TRBC Platform Details - The TRBC platform enables the development of multiple classes of immunotherapeutic compounds: - Class I: Multi-Functional Immune Cell Stimulators - Class II: Second-Generation Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors - Class III: Multi-Specific Targeting Fusions and Enhanced Immune Cell Engagers [2][3] - Over 50 molecules have been constructed using the TRBC platform, with ongoing preclinical evaluations based on promising data [3] Upcoming Presentations - The company will showcase three posters at the conference: - **Poster 1**: A novel multi-functional bispecific T-cell engager molecule for cancer therapy (Class III TRBC Compound) on November 7, 2025 [2] - **Poster 2**: A novel tetra-specific pembrolizumab-based immunotherapeutic (Class II TRBC Compound) on November 8, 2025 [2] - **Poster 3**: Enhancing immune cell expansion and checkpoint inhibitor synergy using HCW11-006 (Class I TRBC Compound) on November 8, 2025 [2]

Core Insights - HCW Biologics has announced advancements in its second-generation T-Cell Engager (TCE) program, which aims to improve manufacturability, safety, and efficacy in treating solid tumors compared to first-generation TCEs [2][3] Company Overview - HCW Biologics Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel immunotherapies to combat age-related diseases linked to chronic inflammation [5] - The company’s lead product candidate, HCW9302, was developed using the legacy TOBI platform, while the new TRBC platform allows for the creation of various immunotherapeutic compounds [5] T-Cell Engager Program - The second-generation TCE program is based on TRBC technology and has shown a positive safety profile in recent non-human primate studies [3] - The new TCEs are designed to address challenges faced by first-generation TCEs, including complex manufacturing, tolerability, and efficacy in solid tumors [3] Research and Development - HCW Biologics has developed over 50 molecules using the TRBC platform, with ongoing preclinical evaluations for selected candidates based on promising data [5] - The TRBC platform enables the development of multiple classes of immunotherapeutics, targeting various diseases including cancer and autoimmune conditions [5]

Core Viewpoint - HCW Biologics Inc. has regained compliance with Nasdaq's listing requirements, ensuring its continued presence on the Nasdaq Capital Market [1][2]. Company Overview - HCW Biologics Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative immunotherapies targeting chronic inflammation and related diseases [3]. - The company aims to improve healthspan and quality of life by addressing age-related and senescence-associated diseases through its proprietary drug platforms [3]. Compliance Details - On June 24, 2025, HCW Biologics received formal notice from Nasdaq confirming compliance with the minimum stockholders' equity requirement [2]. - The company had previously regained compliance with other Nasdaq requirements, including bid price, public float, and market value of publicly held shares [2]. Product Development - The lead product candidate, HCW9302, was developed using the TOBI™ platform, while the TRBC platform allows for the creation of various immunotherapeutic compounds [3]. - The TRBC platform has produced over 50 molecules, with ongoing preclinical evaluations for selected candidates based on early promising data [3].