Core Points - TuHURA Biosciences, Inc. has been added to the Russell 3000® Index and automatically included in the Russell 2000® Index as part of the 2025 annual reconstitution, effective June 27, 2025 [1][2] - The inclusion in the Russell indexes signifies the company's progress in its first year as a publicly traded entity and reflects its potential for continued development [2] - TuHURA is currently enrolling patients in a Phase 3 accelerated approval trial of its lead product IFx-2.0, which is being tested as an adjunctive therapy to Keytruda® for advanced or metastatic Merkel cell carcinoma [2][11] - The company has also acquired a novel anti-VISTA antibody from Kineta, Inc. and plans to advance it into a Phase 2 clinical trial for treating NMPL1-mutated Acute Myeloid Leukemia [2] Company Overview - TuHURA Biosciences, Inc. is focused on developing novel technologies to overcome resistance to cancer immunotherapy, addressing both primary and acquired resistance [10] - The company's lead product, IFx-2.0, is designed to enhance the effectiveness of checkpoint inhibitors [11] - TuHURA is also leveraging its Delta Opioid Receptor technology to create bi-specific antibody drug conjugates aimed at inhibiting immune suppression in the tumor microenvironment [12]

Core Insights - Aethlon Medical has achieved a significant milestone by treating the second patient with the Hemopurifier in its clinical trial for solid tumors not responding to anti-PD-1 antibodies [1][2] - The trial aims to assess the safety and feasibility of the Hemopurifier, with the first cohort consisting of approximately 18 patients [6] - The Hemopurifier is designed to remove tumor-derived extracellular vesicles (EVs) from the bloodstream, potentially improving responses to anti-PD-1 therapies [5][7] Group 1: Clinical Trial Progress - The second patient was treated on June 11, 2025, at the Royal North Shore Hospital/University of Sydney, following the first patient treated on January 29, 2025 [1][2] - Both patients completed the 4-hour Hemopurifier treatment without device deficiencies or immediate complications, and have finished the 7-day safety follow-up period [2][4] - The Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) will review the safety data after the third patient is enrolled, which is expected to occur soon [3][4] Group 2: Device and Mechanism - The Hemopurifier is an investigational device that utilizes plasma separation and affinity binding to remove enveloped viruses and EVs from circulation [7][8] - Preclinical studies indicate that the Hemopurifier can reduce the number of exosomes in cancer patient plasma, which may enhance the effectiveness of anti-PD-1 therapies [5][6] - The device holds FDA Breakthrough Device designation for treating advanced or metastatic cancer patients who are unresponsive to standard therapies [8] Group 3: Future Directions - The primary endpoint of the trial is to monitor adverse events and significant changes in safety lab tests among treated patients [6] - The study will also explore the number of Hemopurifier treatments required to decrease EV concentrations and whether this improves the immune response against tumor cells [6] - Data on the effects of the Hemopurifier on anti-tumor T cell activity is anticipated approximately three months after the enrollment of the third patient [3]

SYDNEY, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kazia Therapeutics Limited (NASDAQ: KZIA), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering next-generation oncology therapeutics, today announced the publication of transformative preclinical research in the journal Molecular Cancer Therapeutics, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research that underscores the powerful potential of its lead asset, paxalisib, in reshaping the treatment landscape for triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), one of the most ag ...

Core Viewpoint - Alvotech and Dr. Reddy's Laboratories have entered a collaboration to co-develop a biosimilar candidate to Keytruda® (pembrolizumab), which had worldwide sales of US$29.5 billion in 2024, aiming to enhance the availability of cost-effective biologic medications for cancer treatment globally [1][2][3][4]. Company Overview - Alvotech is a global biotech company focused on developing and manufacturing biosimilar medicines, with a goal to be a leader in the biosimilar space by providing high-quality, cost-effective products [7]. - Dr. Reddy's Laboratories is a global pharmaceutical company committed to providing access to affordable and innovative medicines, with a focus on various therapeutic areas including oncology [10][11]. Collaboration Details - The collaboration agreement stipulates that both companies will share responsibilities and costs in the development and manufacturing of the biosimilar candidate, with each party having the right to commercialize the product globally [2]. - This partnership is expected to leverage the strengths of both companies in biosimilars, accelerating the development process and expanding market reach [1][3][4]. Market Context - Keytruda® is a critical therapy in immuno-oncology, and the collaboration aims to enhance the capabilities of both companies in this therapeutic area [4]. - The biosimilars market is growing, and this collaboration positions both companies to capitalize on the increasing demand for affordable cancer treatments [3][4].

Core Insights - Immutep Limited's investigator-initiated EFTISARC-NEO Phase II trial has successfully met its primary endpoint, demonstrating a significant increase in tumour hyalinization/fibrosis in patients with resectable soft tissue sarcoma (STS) when treated with eftilagimod alfa (efti) combined with radiotherapy and KEYTRUDA® [1][7]. Company Overview - Immutep is a late-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative immunotherapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases, particularly leveraging the Lymphocyte Activation Gene-3 (LAG-3) pathway [7]. - The company is pioneering the understanding and advancement of therapeutics related to LAG-3, aiming to provide novel treatment options for patients and maximize shareholder value [7]. Trial Details - The EFTISARC-NEO trial showed a median of 50% tumour hyalinization/fibrosis in a preliminary analysis of 21 patients, significantly exceeding the prespecified median of 35% [3]. - The trial is primarily funded by a grant from the Polish government, with a total enrollment of 40 patients completed in January 2025 [3][4]. Medical Significance - Tumour hyalinization/fibrosis serves as an early surrogate endpoint linked to improved overall survival and recurrence-free survival in STS patients [2]. - STS is classified as an orphan disease with a high unmet medical need and poor prognosis, with an estimated 13,520 new cases and 5,420 deaths in the U.S. in 2025 [4]. Eftilagimod Alfa (efti) Profile - Efti is a proprietary soluble LAG-3 protein and MHC Class II agonist that stimulates both innate and adaptive immunity, enhancing the immune response against cancer [5]. - Efti is under evaluation for various solid tumours, including non-small cell lung cancer and head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, and has received Fast Track designation from the FDA for certain indications [6].

Core Viewpoint - Evaxion A/S has initiated a one-year extension of its ongoing phase 2 trial for its personalized cancer vaccine EVX-01, aimed at treating advanced melanoma, leveraging its AI-Immunology™ platform to explore the vaccine's long-term clinical and immune benefits [1][2][4]. Group 1: Trial Details - The first patient has been dosed in the one-year extension of the trial, which will involve two additional doses of EVX-01 as monotherapy [3]. - The initial two years of the trial involved EVX-01 in combination with standard anti-PD-1 therapy, and the extension phase allows for evaluation of EVX-01 as a standalone treatment [4][5]. - The trial extension incurs minimal costs since trial sites are already operational and the vaccine has been produced [2][10]. Group 2: Clinical Data and Results - Interim one-year data presented at the ESMO Congress in September 2024 showed a 69% Overall Response Rate, with tumor target lesions reduced in 15 out of 16 patients [8]. - At the AACR Annual Meeting in April 2025, it was reported that 80% of EVX-01's vaccine targets triggered a targeted immune response, indicating favorable outcomes compared to other treatment approaches [9]. - The completed phase 1/2a clinical trial demonstrated that 67% of metastatic melanoma patients had objective clinical responses, highlighting the predictive power of the AI-Immunology™ platform [12]. Group 3: Product and Technology Overview - EVX-01 is a personalized peptide-based cancer vaccine designed to engage the patient's immune system against tumors, tailored to each individual's unique tumor profile [6][11]. - The AI-Immunology™ platform is central to Evaxion's approach, enabling the development of novel immunotherapies for various diseases, including cancer [13].

Anticipates initiating the Company's Phase 3 accelerated approval trial of IFx-Hu2.0 as adjunctive therapy with Keytruda® (pembrolizumab) as a first-line therapy for advanced and metastatic Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC), conducted under Special Protocol Assessment (SPA) agreement with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in Q2 2025Initiated a Phase 1b/2a trial of IFx-Hu2.0 as adjunctive therapy with pembrolizumab in first-line Merkel cell carcinoma of unknown primary origin (MCCUP) Targeting to close the ...

Marc Voigt, CEO of Immutep, stated, "Our level of confidence in efti driving a new standard of care for patients with non-small cell lung cancer via our pivotal TACTI-004 trial continues to rise with the strength of the data from INSIGHT-003 and TACTI-002. Across two trials we have now efficacy data from 165 patients with 1L NSCLC who have been treated with efti and KEYTRUDA, either with or without chemotherapy. In multi-national settings, efti has generated consistent and remarkable improvements in respons ...

- On track to report preliminary data from Phase 1 monotherapy expansion cohorts of MICVO for 2L/3L R/M HNSCC patients who have received prior platinum-based chemotherapy and prior PD-(L)1 inhibitor therapy in second half of 2025, and 2L/3L R/M HNSCC patients who have received prior EGFRi and PD-1 inhibitor therapy in first half of 2026 - On track to report preliminary data from Phase 1 trial of MICVO in combination with pembrolizumab targeting multiple tumor types including 1L/2L HNSCC patients in second h ...

PRT3789 monotherapy and combination with docetaxel escalation enrollment is complete and the Company plans to present updated results in the second half of 2025 Enrollment of the Phase 1 study of Prelude's once daily, oral SMARCA2 degrader, PRT7732 is advancing rapidly, and an initial data update is anticipated in the second half of 2025 Current cash runway into the second quarter of 2026 with $103.1 million in cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and marketable securities as of March 31, 2025 WILMINGTON ...