Summary of the Conference Call for Ascentage Pharma Company Overview - **Company**: Ascentage Pharma - **Focus**: Development of innovative therapies for hematological malignancies and solid tumors Key Points from the Conference Call Clinical Data and Drug Development - **Lisatoclax**: - Achieved a 63% overall response rate (ORR) in patients with relapsed/refractory Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) [2][5] - Notable safety profile with low incidence of severe adverse events [5] - Approved in July 2025, demonstrating rapid development within 11 years [3] - **Orebacitinib (耐立克)**: - In first-line treatment for Ph+ Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), achieved a 64% MRD-negative complete response rate (CRR) at 3 months, outperforming the Falcon Trial [2][9] - In second-line treatment, both Major Molecular Response (MMR) and CRR rates improved over time, especially in patients previously treated with dasatinib or nilotinib [10] - **FGFR Rearrangement in Hematological Malignancies**: - Research led by Professor Chen Shulin showed significant responses in patients with rare FGFR rearrangements, with 5 achieving complete molecular remission [12] - **EED Inhibitors**: - Showed potential in models of anemia and multiple myeloma, with effects comparable or superior to Forcan's drugs [2][14] - Ongoing Phase I clinical trials for multiple indications [2] Regulatory and Market Position - **Global Clinical Trials**: - Significant progress in global registration trials, with multiple studies receiving FDA and EMA approvals [8] - Focus on addressing unmet clinical needs in MDS, with potential to be the first approved BCL-2 selective inhibitor for MDS [8] - **Competitive Landscape**: - Ascentage Pharma has established a strong position in the BCL-2 inhibitor market, with ongoing trials in AML and MDS [21][22] - Plans to consolidate market position through monotherapy and combination therapies [22] Future Directions - **ALL Treatment Plans**: - Advancing the combination of Orebacitinib and 2,575 for ALL, exploring chemotherapy-free options [20] - **MDS and MM Developments**: - Continued focus on MDS with plans for registration studies and addressing challenges in treatment [17][23] - BCL-2 inhibitors remain a key strategy for high-risk MDS treatment [18] - **EED Inhibitor Development**: - Despite challenges, Ascentage Pharma is leading in EED inhibitor research, with promising early results in anemia treatment [24][26] Additional Insights - **Safety and Efficacy**: - Lisatoclax demonstrated a low incidence of tumor lysis syndrome (TIS), attributed to its short half-life and effective preventive measures [16] - **Market Potential**: - The anemia market is considered larger than the lymphoma market, with ongoing research into various anemia types [26] - **Collaboration and Innovation**: - Emphasis on innovative clinical trials and collaborations to meet the needs of hematological cancer patients globally [28] This summary encapsulates the critical insights and developments discussed during the conference call, highlighting Ascentage Pharma's advancements in drug development, regulatory achievements, and strategic positioning in the market.