Conference call and webcast to be held at 8 a.m. ET on January 7, 2026BOSTON, Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monte Rosa Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: GLUE), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing novel molecular glue degrader (MGD)-based medicines, today announced that management will host a live conference call and webcast on Wednesday, January 7, at 8:00 a.m. ET. The webcast presentation will highlight interim clinical results from the ongoing Phase 1 study of the NEK7-directed MGD MRT-8102, i ...

Core Insights - Monte Rosa Therapeutics announced positive interim data from a Phase 1/2 clinical study of MRT-2359 in combination with enzalutamide for patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC), showing a 100% PSA response rate in patients with androgen receptor (AR) mutations [1][2][3] Study Results - The combination treatment resulted in a 100% disease control rate in AR mutant patients, with 4 out of 4 patients showing PSA responses, including 2 patients achieving PSA90 responses and 2 achieving PSA50 responses [1][3] - The overall disease control rate in the study population was 64%, with 9 out of 14 evaluable patients demonstrating stable disease or tumor size reductions [3][4] - The treatment was generally well-tolerated, with primarily Grade 1-2 adverse events reported [1][4] Future Plans - The company plans to initiate a new Phase 2 study in 2026, targeting AR mutant and AR signaling-dependent patients, to further evaluate the efficacy of MRT-2359 in combination with a second-generation AR inhibitor [1][6] - Updated data from the ongoing Phase 1/2 study is expected to be presented at the ASCO Genitourinary Cancers Symposium in February 2026 [2][5] Mechanism of Action - MRT-2359 is designed to degrade GSPT1, impacting MYC and E2F signaling pathways, suggesting a mechanism of action that may be independent of AR signaling [3][10]

Core Insights - Monte Rosa Therapeutics is advancing its clinical-stage pipeline of molecular glue degrader (MGD) therapeutics, with significant progress reported in multiple programs targeting various diseases [1][2]. Pipeline Developments - MRT-6160, a VAV1-directed MGD, is moving towards Phase 2 studies, supported by Phase 1 SAD/MAD study data indicating broad potential applications in immune-mediated diseases [1][5]. - MRT-2359, targeting GSPT1 for MYC-driven solid tumors, has shown encouraging clinical response signals in heavily pretreated castration-resistant prostate cancer patients, with additional results expected in H2 2025 [1][4]. - MRT-8102, a NEK7-directed MGD for inflammatory diseases, is on track for IND filing in H1 2025, with plans for Phase 1 studies in individuals with high levels of C-reactive protein [1][7]. - CDK2 and Cyclin E1-directed MGD programs are advancing, with IND submissions anticipated in 2026 [1][8]. Financial Performance - Collaboration revenue for Q1 2025 was $84.9 million, a significant increase from $1.1 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to a $150 million upfront payment from Novartis [11]. - R&D expenses for Q1 2025 were $32.2 million, up from $27.0 million in Q1 2024, driven by key milestones in clinical studies and preclinical pipeline advancements [12]. - The company reported a net income of $46.9 million for Q1 2025, compared to a net loss of $32.0 million in Q1 2024 [14]. Cash Position and Guidance - As of March 31, 2025, the company had cash and cash equivalents of $331 million, expected to fund operations into 2028 [15][16]. - The decrease in cash from December 31, 2024, was primarily due to operational cash use and one-time payments [15]. Strategic Collaborations - Monte Rosa has a global exclusive development and commercialization agreement with Novartis for MRT-6160, with potential milestone payments up to $2.1 billion [5][17]. - The company is also collaborating with Roche to discover and develop MGDs against challenging targets in cancer and neurological diseases [21].