Pacira BioSciences Inc (PCRX) 2025 Conference May 21, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0 Welcome back everyone to the twenty twenty five RBC Global Healthcare Conference. My name is Greg Renza, one of the biotech analysts, and we're pleased to be joined now by Pacira Biosciences. Joining us from the company is the Chief Executive Officer, Frank Lee. Frank, great to see you. Thanks for being here. Speaker1 Good to see you, Greg. Yeah. Happy to be here. Speaker0 Great. Great. Well, always a lot going on in the externa ...

Core Viewpoint - Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. is facing a securities class action lawsuit for allegedly misleading investors about its growth potential and ability to meet market demand for its cancer treatments [1][2]. Company Overview - Iovance Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology firm that specializes in cancer treatments [1]. - The lawsuit claims that the company and its executives made overly positive statements while concealing material adverse facts about its operational readiness [2][5]. Legal Proceedings - The class action lawsuit is titled Farberov v. Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc., et al., and covers the period from May 9, 2024, to May 8, 2025 [1][2]. - The lead plaintiff deadline for the lawsuit is set for July 14, 2025 [2]. Financial Impact - On May 9, 2025, Iovance's stock price dropped approximately 44.8%, from $3.17 to $1.75, following the announcement of disappointing financial results and a downward revision of revenue guidance [3]. - The company attributed its lower revenue guidance to a significant reduction in manufacturing capacity and lower-than-expected sales of its existing therapy, Proleukin [4]. Allegations of Misleading Information - The lawsuit argues that the disclosures made by Iovance revealed previously concealed issues that negatively impacted the company's growth prospects [5]. - Investors contend that earlier positive statements misrepresented Iovance's operational readiness and commercialization efforts [5].

Core Insights - Novavax has received full FDA approval for its COVID-19 vaccine, NUVAXOVID, marking a significant milestone for the company and validating its recombinant protein-based vaccine technology [2] Company Developments - The FDA approval triggers a $175 million milestone payment for Novavax, indicating strong financial implications for the company [2] - The approval comes after years of strategic pivots and navigating bureaucratic challenges, showcasing the company's resilience and commitment to bringing its vaccine to market [2] Industry Context - The approval of NUVAXOVID contributes to the broader landscape of COVID-19 vaccines, highlighting the ongoing competition and innovation within the biotech sector [2]

Core Insights - Polyrizon Ltd. has announced significant results from ex vivo studies demonstrating the mucoadhesive strength and extensive nasal surface coverage of its proprietary formulation platform [1][2][3] Group 1: Study Findings - The studies were conducted in collaboration with Prof. Fabio Sonvico's laboratory, using excised rabbit nasal mucosa to simulate human nasal tissues [2] - Advanced ex vivo studies showed that Polyrizon's formulation spreads rapidly and uniformly across the nasal mucosa, forming a consistent surface layer [3] - Mucoadhesion testing indicated that the formulation maintains strong attachment to nasal tissue, even under conditions simulating physiological nasal fluid flow, supporting prolonged efficacy [3][4] Group 2: Product Overview - Polyrizon specializes in developing innovative medical device hydrogels delivered as nasal sprays, which create a hydrogel-based barrier in the nasal cavity to protect against viruses and allergens [5] - The proprietary Capture and Contain (C&C) hydrogel technology is designed to function as a "biological mask" and is being further developed for enhanced bioadhesion and prolonged retention for drug delivery [5] - An additional technology, Trap and Target (T&T), is in pre-clinical development focused on nasal delivery of active pharmaceutical ingredients [5]

Company Overview - Celcuity Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing targeted therapies for oncology, specifically for multiple solid tumor indications [2] - The company's lead therapeutic candidate, gedatolisib, is a potent pan-PI3K and mTORC1/2 inhibitor that blocks the PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway comprehensively [2] - Celcuity is headquartered in Minneapolis and provides further information on its website [2] Clinical Trials - A Phase 3 clinical trial, VIKTORIA-1, is currently enrolling patients to evaluate gedatolisib in combination with fulvestrant with or without palbociclib for HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer [2] - A Phase 1b/2 clinical trial, CELC-G-201, is ongoing to assess gedatolisib in combination with darolutamide for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer [2] - Another Phase 3 clinical trial, VIKTORIA-2, is recruiting patients to evaluate gedatolisib plus a CDK4/6 inhibitor and fulvestrant as first-line treatment for HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer [2] Investor Engagement - Brian Sullivan, CEO and Co-founder of Celcuity, will present at investor conferences and be available for one-on-one meetings [1] - Live webcasts of the presentations will be accessible on the company's website, with replays available shortly after the events [1] - Upcoming events include a fireside chat at the TD Cowen: 6th Annual Oncology Innovation Summit on May 28, 2025, and at the Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference on June 5, 2025 [3]

Core Viewpoint - The recent performance of the STAR Market 100 Index and its ETF indicates a positive trend, with significant movements in individual stocks and a notable partnership between a Chinese pharmaceutical company and Pfizer [3][4][5]. Group 1: STAR Market 100 Index Performance - As of May 21, 2025, the STAR Market 100 Index rose by 0.21%, with notable increases in stocks such as Sangfor Technologies (19.99%) and Zai Lab (3.58%) [3]. - The STAR Market 100 Index ETF (588030) also increased by 0.21%, with a recent price of 0.97 yuan, and a one-month cumulative increase of 2.01% [3]. - The ETF's trading volume showed a turnover rate of 1.66%, with a total transaction value of 1.04 billion yuan [3]. Group 2: Fund Flows and Growth - The STAR Market 100 Index ETF experienced a net inflow of 2.30 billion yuan over the last five trading days, with an average daily net inflow of 459.57 million yuan [4]. - The ETF's recent financing net purchase reached 1.36 million yuan, with a total financing balance of 307 million yuan [5]. - The ETF's one-year net value increased by 18.03%, with a maximum monthly return of 27.67% since its inception [5]. Group 3: Strategic Partnerships - Recently, Sangfor Technologies and its subsidiaries entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Pfizer, granting Pfizer global rights for a dual-specific antibody in China [3][4]. Group 4: Market Position and Trends - The Chinese innovative drug sector is expected to become a preferred choice for business development transactions due to its low R&D costs and high efficiency, positioning China as a center for low-cost R&D and production [4]. - The STAR Market 100 Index ETF closely tracks the STAR Market 100 Index, which consists of 100 medium-cap stocks with good liquidity from the STAR Market [4].

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - COYA Therapeutics is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol COYA, with a buy rating and a twelve-month price target of $18 per share [2] - The company anticipates receiving $8.4 million upon IND approval and trial initiation, with a total deal value of $700 million from the partnership with Dr. Reddy's [18][19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The primary focus is on neuroinflammation, which is believed to drive the progression of neurodegenerative diseases [4] - COYA's lead asset, COIA-302, is prioritized for ALS, with an IND filing expected by the end of the current quarter and a Phase IIb trial planned [11][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is targeting niche orphan indications like ALS and frontotemporal dementia, while also pursuing mass market indications like Alzheimer's [9] - The current landscape for ALS trials has become more favorable for recruitment due to the withdrawal of other products, which has created enthusiasm among trial sites [20][22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - COYA aims to maximize value by pursuing both niche and broader market opportunities, with a focus on ALS and frontotemporal dementia for regulatory flexibility [10] - The company plans to continue generating data in frontotemporal dementia and Alzheimer's, while also exploring strategic partnerships to enhance its market position [43][45] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes that the FDA remains receptive to ALS drug approvals if data supports it, despite recent challenges in the market [21][23] - The company is confident in its approach to neuroinflammation and its potential to address unmet needs in Alzheimer's disease, which is characterized by a lack of effective treatments [30][31] Other Important Information - COYA is developing a regulatory T cell-derived exosome platform aimed at treating systemic and neurodegenerative diseases driven by chronic neuroinflammation, which complements its existing programs [40][42] - The partnership with Dr. Reddy's provides COYA with a strategic advantage and a steady line of sight to non-dilutive funding [45] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the current focus for COYA Therapeutics? - The immediate focus is on filing for ALS and starting the ALS study, which is expected to be a significant value driver [43] Question: How has the regulatory environment changed for ALS? - There has been no communicated change from the FDA, and recruitment for ALS trials is expected to be easier due to fewer ongoing trials [21][22] Question: What are the expected outcomes for future clinical development? - Relevant outcome measures will include Treg function and cognitive scales, with a focus on stabilizing or improving cognition in Alzheimer's patients [36][38]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has $354 million in cash as of the end of Q1 2025, with a runway extended into the second half of 2027, providing a full year beyond previous estimates [38] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is advancing its phase three study for frontotemporal dementia (FTD) with 103 symptomatic patients enrolled, which is a significant increase from the 12 patients in the phase two study [12] - The phase two study for early Alzheimer's disease is fully enrolled, with a treatment period of 76 weeks, focusing on the elevation of progranulin levels [24][25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has a partnership with GSK that includes a $700 million upfront payment and $1.5 billion in development and commercial milestones, indicating strong market interest and potential revenue [5] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on pioneering disease-modifying treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, particularly through its progranulin programs and proprietary brain penetrant technology [4][32] - The strategy includes leveraging breakthrough designation from the FDA to facilitate regular interactions and potential approval pathways based on biomarker data [16][18] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ongoing dialogue with the FDA, noting that there have been no significant changes that would delay the review process for their therapies [20][21] - The company views the upcoming phase three results as a critical opportunity to engage with the FDA for potential approval, given the significant unmet need in the market [14][19] Other Important Information - The company is developing multiple programs targeting different aspects of neurodegenerative diseases, including a beta and GCase enzyme programs, which utilize their proprietary technology for better brain penetration [6][32] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the importance of the progranulin program for Alzheimer's disease? - The progranulin program is crucial as it targets patients with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer's, aiming to elevate progranulin levels to protect against the disease [22][24] Question: How does the company differentiate its technology in the market? - The proprietary brain penetrant technology allows for tunability and versatility, enhancing therapeutic benefits while minimizing safety concerns [32][35] Question: What is the company's financial position and runway? - The company has $354 million in cash, extending its financial runway into the second half of 2027, which supports ongoing development efforts [38]