WALTHAM, Mass., July 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Invivyd, Inc. (Nasdaq: IVVD), today announced the addition of Akiko Iwasaki, Ph.D., Professor of Immunobiology at Yale School of Medicine, to the SPEAR (Spike Protein Elimination and Recovery) Study Group. The SPEAR Study Group was launched earlier this month to focus on the biology and clinical disease or injury associated with persistent presence of spike antigen from SARS-CoV-2 virus or COVID-19 vaccines. Dr. Iwasaki is internationally recognized for her ...

Core Insights - Invivyd, Inc. commends the FDA for addressing uncertainties regarding COVID-19 vaccine booster efficacy and providing a pathway to resolve these issues [1][4] - The FDA has encouraged manufacturers to conduct randomized, placebo-controlled trials to evaluate the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines, particularly in individuals who have had COVID-19 within the past year [2][4] - Invivyd's CANOPY Phase 3 clinical trial of pemivibart demonstrated an 84% reduction in the risk of symptomatic COVID-19 compared to placebo, highlighting the potential of monoclonal antibodies as a viable alternative to vaccines [2][3][4] FDA's Actions and Recommendations - The FDA has identified gaps in the understanding of COVID-19 vaccine booster efficacy and has called for trials to include healthy adults and those who have had COVID-19 recently [2][4] - The FDA considers a 30% reduction in symptomatic COVID-19 as "meaningful" protection, while Invivyd's pemivibart showed an 84% reduction, suggesting a significantly higher level of efficacy [3][4] Invivyd's Clinical Trials and Products - The CANOPY Phase 3 trial included a randomized cohort of individuals at risk of acquiring SARS-CoV-2, with a follow-up period of six months to assess the durability of the vaccine's efficacy [2][14] - Invivyd plans to advance next-generation monoclonal antibodies to improve scalability and efficacy, with an update on investigational mAb VYD2311 expected soon [4][6][15] Monoclonal Antibodies as a Treatment Option - The FDA has acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding the benefits of repeat COVID-19 vaccine boosters, positioning monoclonal antibody therapies like pemivibart as a critical alternative [4][5] - Invivyd emphasizes the importance of monoclonal antibodies for high-risk populations, particularly children, due to the limitations of vaccination strategies [5][6] Future Developments - Invivyd is set to engage with the FDA on expedited pathways for developing scalable COVID-19 prevention and treatment options, addressing the ongoing health crisis posed by COVID-19 [4][6][17] - The company is focused on delivering high-quality protection against COVID-19, with a commitment to advancing innovative antibody candidates [17]