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Propanc Biopharma Publishes Impact of Proenzymes on Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma Fibroblasts in Peer Reviewed Journal
Globenewswire· 2025-12-22 12:00
Core Insights - Propanc Biopharma, Inc. has published significant findings regarding the impact of proenzymes on pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) fibroblasts, highlighting the potential of PRP as a disruptor of the tumor microenvironment (TME) [1][3] - The company plans to conduct a Phase 1b study in Q3 2026 to evaluate PRP's efficacy in advanced cancer patients, particularly those with solid tumors, including PDAC [4] Company Overview - Propanc Biopharma, Inc. is focused on developing novel treatments for chronic diseases, specifically targeting cancer recurrence and metastasis through proenzyme activation [5] - The lead product candidate, PRP, consists of two bovine-derived pancreatic proenzymes, trypsinogen and chymotrypsinogen, which have shown efficacy in cancer treatment [1][5] Industry Context - PDAC is one of the most aggressive and deadliest forms of cancer, with projections indicating it may become the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths by 2030 [2] - The disease is characterized by late-stage diagnosis, limited treatment options, and poor prognosis, underscoring the need for innovative therapeutic strategies [2]
Sensei Biotherapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update
Globenewswire· 2025-08-05 11:30
Core Viewpoint - Sensei Biotherapeutics is transitioning from early response-focused readouts to longer-term efficacy signals in its Phase 1/2 study of solnerstotug, which shows a favorable safety profile and potential for better patient adherence and outcomes [2][3] Clinical Program Highlights - Full data for the Phase 1/2 dose expansion cohort is expected by year-end 2025, with enrollment complete at 64 patients [6] - The ongoing trial evaluates solnerstotug as a monotherapy and in combination with cemiplimab in patients with advanced solid tumors [3] - Preliminary clinical data indicates favorable activity in PD-(L)1 resistant "hot" tumors, with solnerstotug well tolerated and no dose-limiting toxicities reported [6] Corporate Updates - Sensei's cash position was $28.6 million as of June 30, 2025, down from $41.3 million at the end of 2024, with expectations to fund operations into Q2 2026 [8] - Research and Development expenses decreased to $2.5 million in Q2 2025 from $4.6 million in Q2 2024, attributed to lower personnel and facility costs [9] - General and Administrative expenses also decreased to $2.7 million in Q2 2025 from $3.2 million in Q2 2024, primarily due to lower personnel costs [10] Financial Results - The net loss for Q2 2025 was $4.9 million, an improvement from a net loss of $7.1 million in Q2 2024 [10] - Total operating expenses for Q2 2025 were $5.2 million, down from $7.8 million in Q2 2024 [13]
Sonnet BioTherapeutics Expands Clinical Evaluation of SON-1010 Dose Escalation with Atezolizumab in Ovarian Cancer
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-08-04 12:40
Core Insights - Sonnet BioTherapeutics is expanding its clinical study of SON-1010 in combination with atezolizumab for patients with advanced platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, showing promising early results with a 66% tumor response rate at the highest dose [1][2] - The company is also exploring a higher maintenance dose of SON-1010 to assess its safety and efficacy before moving to a randomized Phase 2a trial [1][2] - SON-1010 is designed to enhance immune response in tumors by delivering IL-12 directly to the tumor microenvironment, potentially improving treatment outcomes for various cancers [3][4] Company Overview - Sonnet BioTherapeutics focuses on developing targeted biologic drugs using its Fully Human Albumin-Binding (FHAB) platform, which aims to optimize the safety and efficacy of immune-modulating therapies [6][7] - The company is currently evaluating SON-1210, another candidate using the FHAB platform, for the treatment of pancreatic cancer in collaboration with the Sarcoma Oncology Center [7] Clinical Trial Details - The SB221 trial is a Phase 1b/2a multicenter study assessing the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and efficacy of SON-1010, both alone and in combination with atezolizumab [5] - The trial aims to establish the maximum tolerated dose (MTD) and evaluate the potential for improved efficacy in patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer [5]