Beyond Air® Approved to Initiate Clinical Study at 150 ppm Nitric Oxide with LungFit™ for the Treatment of Acute Viral Pneumonia Including COVID-19
By Dr. Matthew Watson
Patients with pneumonia caused by any virus, including SARS-CoV-2, will be considered for enrollment
CRISPR Therapeutics Reports Positive Top-Line Results from Its Phase 1 CARBON Trial of CTX110™ in Relapsed or Refractory CD19+ B-cell Malignancies
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-50% (2/4) complete response (CR) rate at three months in the Dose Level 3 (DL3) cohort; both responders remain in CR-
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Applied Therapeutics to Present Data on AT-007 for the Treatment of Galactosemia at the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) 2020 Annual Meeting
By Dr. Matthew Watson
NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: APLT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a pipeline of novel drug candidates against validated molecular targets in indications of high unmet medical need, announced today that it will present two poster presentations covering AT-007 in Galactosemia at the upcoming American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) 2020 Annual Meeting. The presentations include animal model efficacy data and adult clinical data on the safety and biomarker efficacy of Applied Therapeutics’ investigational candidate for Galactosemia, AT-007, a Central Nervous System (CNS) penetrant Aldose Reductase Inhibitor (ARI).
ADMA Biologics Announces Presentation on Respiratory Viral Infections and New Data on S. Pneumoniae at IDWeek 2020
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RAMSEY, N.J. and BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ADMA Biologics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ADMA) (“ADMA” or the “Company”), an end-to-end commercial biopharmaceutical company dedicated to manufacturing, marketing and developing specialty plasma-derived biologics, today announced an exclusive educational event at IDWeek 2020 on respiratory viral infections, presented by nationally recognized clinical experts Dr. Michael Ison from Northwestern University and Dr. Lisa Forbes Satter from Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital, as well as new data on Streptococcus pneumonia in an on-demand poster session.
AGTC to Participate in Cantor Fitzgerald Virtual Panel: Key Considerations for Gene Therapy Manufacturing and Platforms
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GAINESVILLE, Fla., and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Genetic Technologies Corporation (Nasdaq: AGTC), a biotechnology company focused on developing adeno-associated virus (AAV) based gene therapies for the treatment of rare inherited diseases, today announced that Sue Washer, President & Chief Executive Officer, and Dave Knop, PhD, Vice President, Process Development and Manufacturing, will participate in the Cantor Fitzgerald “Key Considerations for Gene Therapy Manufacturing and Platforms” virtual panel at 10:00 a.m. ET on Wednesday, October 28, 2020.
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Salk Institute and BridgeBio Pharma Collaborate to Advance Therapies for Genetically Driven Disease
By Dr. Matthew Watson
LA JOLLA and PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Salk Institute and BridgeBio Pharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: BBIO) today announced a three-year collaboration agreement formed to advance cutting-edge academic discoveries in genetically driven diseases toward therapeutic applications. Under the partnership, BridgeBio will help fund research programs from Salk’s world-renowned innovative cancer research, with the eventual goal of developing new therapeutics for patients in need.
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Athira Pharma to Host Educational Webinar on the Predictive Nature of P300 to Determine Clinical Benefit of Alzheimer’s Disease Treatments
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Data to Be Presented at IDWeek™ 2020 Demonstrate the Economic and Clinical Burden of Respiratory and Multi-Virus Infections in Allogeneic…
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Findings Demonstrate Significantly Higher Health Care Costs, Health Resource Utilization, and Worse Clinical Outcomes Among Allo-HCT Patients with Viral Infections Findings Demonstrate Significantly Higher Health Care Costs, Health Resource Utilization, and Worse Clinical Outcomes Among Allo-HCT Patients with Viral Infections
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TG Therapeutics Announces Fast Track Designation Granted by the FDA to Ublituximab in Combination with Umbralisib for the Treatment of Adult Patients…
By Dr. Matthew Watson
NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TG Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: TGTX), today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Fast Track Designation to the combination of ublituximab, the Company’s investigational glycoengineered anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody, and umbralisib, the Company’s investigational once-daily, oral, dual inhibitor of PI3K-delta and CK1-epsilon, for the treatment of adult patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Michael S. Weiss, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of TG Therapeutics stated, "We are extremely pleased to have received Fast Track designation for the ublituximab plus umbralisib regimen, or the U2 combination, to treat adult patients with CLL. The application for Fast Track was based on data from the UNITY-CLL Phase 3 study that we announced earlier this year had met its primary endpoint of progression free survival. This designation holds several important advantages to potentially expedite the development and regulatory review of U2 and underscores the significant unmet medical need that still exists for patients with CLL.” Mr. Weiss continued, “We look forward to presenting data from the UNITY-CLL Phase 3 trial later this year, which we plan to use as the basis of a U2 regulatory submission for CLL.” ABOUT FAST TRACK Fast Track is a program designed to expedite the development and review of drugs that treat serious conditions and that demonstrate the potential to address an unmet medical need. Filling an unmet medical need is defined as providing a therapy where none exists or providing a therapy that may be potentially better than available therapy. A drug that receives Fast Track designation is eligible for more frequent interactions with the FDA, priority review if relevant criteria are met, and rolling submission of the Biologic License Application or New Drug Application.
BridgeBio Pharma, Inc. and the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Collaborate to Advance Medicines for Genetically Driven Diseases
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PALO ALTO, Calif. and DENVER, Oct. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BridgeBio Pharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: BBIO) and the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus today announced a collaboration to advance novel research on genetically driven diseases into therapeutic applications for patients.
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The Anthony Nolan and NHS Stem Cell Registry – The Hippocratic Post
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More than 2 million people have registered to become stem cell donors the UK, new figures released today reveal. The UK stem cell register had an immensely successful year in 2019/20, with 326,756 new donors added over 100,000 more than the previous year.
The UK stem cell register is known as the Anthony Nolan and NHS Stem Cell Registry and is made up of donors recruited by NHS Blood and Transplant, the Welsh Blood Service, DKMS and Anthony Nolan. The UK donor registers are urging young men, and people from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds to register and ensure that all patients in need of a stem cell transplant can find a, potentially, lifesaving match.
If a patient has a condition that affects their bone marrow or blood, then a stem cell transplant may be their best chance of survival. Doctors will give new, healthy stem cells to the patient via their bloodstream, where they begin to grow and create healthy red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets.
In 2019/20 62 per cent of people who donated stem cells or bone marrow to patients in the UK were men under 30. They are the demographic most likely to be chosen to donate, but make up just 19 per cent of the UK stem cell register.
The percentage of all donors from minority ethnic backgrounds has remained steady at 13 per cent in 2019/20, highlighting the importance of raising awareness of their lifesaving potential amongst this group. Patients from Black, Asian or other minority backgrounds have a 20 per cent chance of finding the best possible stem cell match from an unrelated donor, compared to 69 per cent for northern European backgrounds.
Henny Braund, Chief Executive of Anthony Nolan, said:
Nobody could have foreseen the challenges this year would bring to building a healthy, diverse stem cell register. But weve adapted and weve innovated as patients cant wait and were thrilled that in 2020, weve collectively recruited two million donors onto the stem cell register. Each donor represents hope, a potential cure for blood cancer.
I thank colleagues and partners for their commitment helping us reach this point. I am also immensely grateful for the two million selfless individuals who signed up to the registry, making themselves available whenever they are needed.
The two million milestone means increased chances for many of finding an unrelated donor match. But were still far from our goal of finding a match for everyone who needs one.
I would urge anyone thinking of joining the stem cell register, especially young men, who are the most likely to be chosen, to do so today. You could be someones lifesaver, without you there is no cure.
Christopher Harvey, Head of the Welsh Bone Marrow Registry, said:
Its incredibly heart-warming to know there are two million people in the UK who are willing to donate stem cells should they be the match for someone in need of their potentially lifesaving donation.
We see in our roles the difference stem cells make, for lots of patients receiving stem cells is the final treatment option.
Despite this great news we still have more to do. Unfortunately, there are still patients who are unable to find a match. Thats why were committed to ensuring every patient has the best possible chance of finding that one lifesaving donor in their time of need.
Guy Parkes, Head of Stem Cell Donation & Transplantation at NHS Blood and Transplant, said:
We want all patients in need of a transplant to be able to find a lifesaving match. Each time a person joins this register it brings fresh hope to patients of a match.
This register is used by hospitals across the UK to find suitable matches for patients and it has helped to save and improve the lives of thousands of people since its creation 33 years ago its amazing that we now have over 2 million people on the register, putting the chances of matching donors to patients at a record high.
Donating stem cells is an altruistic, lifesaving act and its an amazing thing to do. We will continue to expand the UK register to help patients in need. We particularly need more young men to join.
Jonathan Pearce, CEO of DKMS UK said:
Were delighted to have reached such an amazing milestone and are grateful to those two million people who are actively registered and waiting to help give someone living with blood cancer or a blood disorder a second chance of life.
At any one time there are around 2,000 people in the UK in need of a blood stem cell transplant, so whilst we recognise this achievement it goes without saying that we need to continue to encourage everyone that can register to do so. This will help to grow the numbers and diversify the registry further in order to improve the odds for those who currently have less chance of finding a matching donor.
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SA becomes 2nd country to allow 16 and 17-year-olds to donate bone marrow – News24
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"Young people today are often drivers of social change movements and we look forward to engaging them."
South African youth aged 16 and 17 will be able to make history, alongside their peers in the UK, as the worlds youngest bone marrow donors.
The South African Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR) received the nod from its Clinical Governance Committee and board members, as well as the National Health Department to allow 16 and 17-year-old teens to become bone marrow, stem-cell donors.
Recent changes in legislation and advances in stem cell donation have allowed registries to reduce the age limit of donors. South Africa now joins the UK in this move. The latter became one of the first countries to do so.
Dr Charlotte Ingram, Medical Director of the SA Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR) the largest registry in the country says it's a landmark moment as the change in joining policy will contribute to saving more lives.
"In general, young people make better donors. Research shows that younger donors are associated with better survival rates for patients following a stem cell transplant."
"It's a step towards further enhancing the registry towards a younger and more ethnically diverse pool for blood cancer patients and others in need of a bone marrow transplant."
Previously, teenagers had to wait until they were 18 to join the SA Bone Marrow Registry. Now they can join by following the same procedure as others would.
While it is not required, it is important for the SABMR to involve parents and address any questions or concerns they may have re the procedure and what it entails.
Once youth have applied online, they will be contacted to discuss the easiest way of dispatching and collecting swab kits. The only initial sample that is required is a cheek swab.
Currently, 18-25-year olds only account for 6.8% of the SABMR registry but with increased awareness of bone marrow donation among young people, the figure should increase substantially.
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"Studies tell us that generation WE (aged 14-20) and generation Z (21-25) are a lot more self-aware, socially-responsible and globally-minded than previous generations. They are more concerned about tackling social issues and want to roll up their sleeves and make a difference. Young people today are often drivers of social change movements and we look forward to engaging them."
She says there is no greater way to help another than to potentially save a life.
"So many lives are lost if there is a delay in finding a donor match. While we have 74 000 donors on our registry, we often discover that many older donors can no longer donate stem cells as they have developed hypertension, heart disease or diabetes."
"When this happens, we have to start the search process all over again, which prolongs the agonising wait for a patient, who doesn't have time to waste."
"By opening up the donor pool to a younger audience, means doctors and donors can choose the healthiest matches that substantially increases a patients chance of survival."
For now, social media will serve as the primary channel to create awareness among youth, but physical donor drives at schools and other initiatives, which encourage collaboration between learners, peers and patients are in the pipeline for 2021.
If you are between the ages of 16 and 45 and want to become a donor, contact the SABMR on 021 447 8638 or email: donors@sabmr.co.za.
Financial donations can also be made via http://www.sabmr.co.za/donate.
Submitted to Parent24 by theSA Bone Marrow Registry
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YOUR HEALTH: Saving an unborn baby breaking apart in the womb – WQAD.com
By daniellenierenberg
DENVER A baby broken.
Most doctors gave little unborn Payton Calvillo any hope she would survive.
But through strong faith and the help of a team of medical experts, she is thriving today.
"She's a complete miracle baby," said Payton's mother, Ahna Calvillo.
When Ahna was just five months pregnant, she was told her unborn baby would probably not survive birth.
"It was pretty much a death sentence from the beginning."
Payton's bones were breaking and bending inside the womb.
"She likely had a problem where she couldn't make alkaline phosphatase properly," explained Dr. Sunil Nayak, a pediatric endocrinologist at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children.
Alkaline phosphatase is needed for bones to grow and strengthen.
There was little anyone could do.
19 different specialists were on hand for the C-section delivery
"They even asked us the question that morning, how far do you want us to go?" Ahna remembered.
"'Do you want a ventilator on her?', you know, 'How far do you want us to prolong her life?'"
"Our ultimate hope and goal was that she would come out and breathe on her own."
"She just came out screaming," said Ahna.
"She came out crying. She breathed on her own right away. She was perfect."
Payton was diagnosed with hypophosphatasia, a disorder that weakens bones.
She was immediately placed on a new FDA-approved medicine.
"Here we are just one year later at one year of age and you see a dramatic difference in the shape," said Dr. Jared Riley, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Rocky Mountain Hospital.
Before the medicine, 75% of all patients died by the age of five.
Now there is a 97% chance Payton will live a normal life.
"My baby was broken and that's what I needed God to do was a miracle," said Ahna.
One was also treated with bone fragments and cultured osteoblasts, which are bone-forming cells.
"Cultured" refers to cells that are grown under specific conditions outside of the natural environment (the body) and within a laboratory.
Both patients showed significant, but incomplete improvement, although no more formal studies have been conducted.
Then, the drug teriparatide (parathyroid hormone 1-34) has been given "off-label" to several adults with HPP with metatarsal stress fractures or femoral pseudo fractures, resulting in healing.
The drug is not permitted for use in children.
More research is necessary to determine the long-term safety and effectiveness of teriparatide in the treatment of HPP.
Every year eight million babies are born with genetic disorders passed down from generation to generation.
Payton will stay on the new medication for the next few years and then doctors will re-evaluate whether she needs to continue.
Payton's family didn't even know they carried the problematic HPP gene until an ultrasound revealed it in their unborn baby.
After being genetically tested, Payton's mother and grandfather are positive.
Neither one has ever suffered from weak or broken bones.
If this story has impacted your life or prompted you or someone you know to seek or change treatments, please let us know by contacting Jim Mertens at jim.mertens@wqad.com or Marjorie Bekaert Thomas atmthomas@ivanhoe.com.
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Stem Cell Therapy Market To Observe Exponential Growth By 2020-2027 | Verified Market Research – Stock Market Vista
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Global Stem Cell Therapy Market was valued at USD 117.66 million in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 255.37 million by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 10.97% from 2020 to 2027.
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Allogeneic Stem Cell Therapy Market, By Application Musculoskeletal Disorders Wounds and Injuries Surgeries Acute Graft-Versus-Host Disease (AGVHD) Other Applications Autologous Stem Cell Therapy Market, By Application Cardiovascular Diseases Wounds and Injuries Gastrointestinal Diseases Other Applications
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BrainStorm Announces Financial Results for the Third Quarter of 2020 and Provides a Corporate Update – PRNewswire
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NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: BCLI), a leading developer of cellular therapies for neurodegenerative diseases, announced today financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2020, and provided a corporate update.
"The most important near-term event for BrainStorm will be the upcoming top-line data readout for the NurOwn Phase 3 trial in ALS, expected by the end of November. A successful outcome will set us on the path to filing a Biologic License Application (BLA) for what we believe will be a valuable new treatment for ALS," said Chaim Lebovits, Chief Executive Officer of BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics. "In parallel to our preparations for upcoming data read out, we are very busy planning and executing on other pre-BLA activities. On the management front, we appointed William K. White and Dr. Anthony Waclawski, adding valuable commercial and regulatory expertise to our leadership team. This expertise will be crucial as we work towards obtaining regulatory approval for NurOwn and ensuring that, if approved, it will be readily accessible to ALS patients in need of new treatment options for this devastating disease."
NurOwn has an innovative mechanism of action that is broadly applicable across neurodegenerative diseases and BrainStorm continues to invest in clinical trials evaluating the product in conditions beyond ALS to maximize value creation for its various stakeholders. The company remains on track to complete dosing in its Phase 2 clinical trial in progressive multiple sclerosis (PMS) by the end of 2020. In addition, the Company recently unveiled a clinical development program in Alzheimer's' disease (AD) and is planning a Phase 2 proof-of-concept clinical trial at several leading AD centers in the Netherlands and France.
Third Quarter 2020 and Recent Corporate Highlights:
Presented at the following Investor Conferences:
Cash and Liquidity as of October 14, 2020
Total available funding as of October 14, 2020, which includes cash, cash equivalents and short-term bank deposits of approximately $33.1 million as well as remaining non-dilutive funding from CIRM, IIA and other grants, amounts to approximately $36 million.
Financial Results for the Three Months Ended September 30, 2020
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About NurOwn
NurOwn (autologous MSC-NTF) cells represent a promising investigational therapeutic approach to targeting disease pathways important in neurodegenerative disorders. MSC-NTF cells are produced from autologous, bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) that have been expanded and differentiated ex vivo. MSCs are converted into MSC-NTF cells by growing them under patented conditions that induce the cells to secrete high levels of neurotrophic factors (NTFs). Autologous MSC-NTF cells can effectively deliver multiple NTFs and immunomodulatory cytokines directly to the site of damage to elicit a desired biological effect and ultimately slow or stabilize disease progression. BrainStorm has fully enrolled a Phase 3 pivotal trial of autologous MSC-NTF cells for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). BrainStorm also recently received acceptance from theU.S. Food and Drug Administration(FDA) to initiate a Phase 2 open-label multicenter trial in progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) and completed enrollment inAugust 2020.
About BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc.
BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc.is a leading developer of innovative autologous adult stem cell therapeutics for debilitating neurodegenerative diseases. The Company holds the rights to clinical development and commercialization of the NurOwn technology platform used to produce autologous MSC-NTF cells through an exclusive, worldwide licensing agreement. Autologous MSC-NTF cells have received Orphan Drug status designation from theU.S. Food and Drug Administration(FDA) and theEuropean Medicines Agency(EMA) for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). BrainStorm has fully enrolled a Phase 3 pivotal trial in ALS (NCT03280056), investigating repeat-administration of autologous MSC-NTF cells at sixU.S.sites supported by a grant from theCalifornia Institute for Regenerative Medicine(CIRM CLIN2-0989). The pivotal study is intended to support a filing forU.S.FDA approval of autologous MSC-NTF cells in ALS. BrainStorm also recently receivedU.S.FDA clearance to initiate a Phase 2 open-label multicenter trial in progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). The Phase 2 study of autologous MSC-NTF cells in patients with progressive MS (NCT03799718) completed enrollment inAugust 2020. For more information, visit the company's website atwww.brainstorm-cell.com.
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Statements in this announcement other than historical data and information, including statements regarding future clinical trial enrollment and data, constitute "forward-looking statements" and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics Inc.'s actual results to differ materially from those stated or implied by such forward-looking statements. Terms and phrases such as "may", "should", "would", "could", "will", "expect", "likely", "believe", "plan", "estimate", "predict", "potential", and similar terms and phrases are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, BrainStorm's need to raise additional capital, BrainStorm's ability to continue as a going concern, regulatory approval of BrainStorm's NurOwn treatment candidate, the success of BrainStorm's product development programs and research, regulatory and personnel issues, development of a global market for our services, the ability to secure and maintain research institutions to conduct our clinical trials, the ability to generate significant revenue, the ability of BrainStorm's NurOwn treatment candidate to achieve broad acceptance as a treatment option for ALS or other neurodegenerative diseases, BrainStorm's ability to manufacture and commercialize the NurOwn treatment candidate, obtaining patents that provide meaningful protection, competition and market developments, BrainStorm's ability to protect our intellectual property from infringement by third parties, heath reform legislation, demand for our services, currency exchange rates and product liability claims and litigation,; and other factors detailed in BrainStorm's annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q available athttp://www.sec.gov. These factors should be considered carefully, and readers should not place undue reliance on BrainStorm's forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on the beliefs, expectations and opinions of management as of the date of this press release. We do not assume any obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect actual results or assumptions if circumstances or management's beliefs, expectations or opinions should change, unless otherwise required by law. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements.
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BRAINSTORM CELL THERAPEUTICS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIESINTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETSU.S. dollars in thousands(Except share data)
September30,
December31,
2020
2019
U.S.$ inthousands
Unaudited
Audited
ASSETS
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$
24,770
$
536
Short-term deposit (Note 4)
4,038
33
Other accounts receivable
1,473
2,359
Prepaid expenses and other current assets (Note 5)
56
432
Total current assets
30,337
3,360
Long-Term Assets:
Prepaid expenses and other long-term assets
27
32
Operating lease right of use asset (Note 6)
1,377
2,182
Property and Equipment, Net
950
960
Total Long-Term Assets
2,354
3,174
Total assets
$
32,691
$
6,534
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable
$
3,283
$
14,677
Accrued expenses
917
1,000
Operating lease liability (Note 6)
1,216
1,263
Other accounts payable
1,013
714
Total current liabilities
6,429
17,654
Long-Term Liabilities:
Operating lease liability (Note 6)
284
1,103
Total long-term liabilities
284
1,103
Total liabilities
$
6,713
$
18,757
Stockholders' Equity (deficit):
Stock capital: (Note 7)
12
11
Common Stock of $0.00005 par value - Authorized: 100,000,000 shares at September 30, 2020 and December 31, 2019 respectively; Issued and outstanding: 31,567,592 and 23,174,228 shares at September 30,2020 and December31,2019 respectively.
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Reflect Scientific Awarded Patent for COVID Vaccine Capable- Self Powered, Low Temperature Controlled Bulk Shipping System
By Dr. Matthew Watson
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Cocrystal Pharma Provides Update on Influenza A Program
By Dr. Matthew Watson
– New in vitro data demonstrating antiviral activity with lead compound CC-42344 against Xofluza (baloxavir)-resistant H1N1 strain –
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Fortress Biotech’s Partner Company, Journey Medical Corporation, to be Featured in Webinar Hosted by ROTH Capital Partners
By Dr. Matthew Watson
NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fortress Biotech, Inc. (NASDAQ: FBIO) (“Fortress”), an innovative revenue-generating company focused on acquiring, developing and commercializing or monetizing promising biopharmaceutical products and product candidates cost-effectively, today announced that Scott Henry, Managing Director, Senior Research Analyst and Head of Pharmaceuticals Research at ROTH Capital Partners, will host a webinar with the management team of Journey Medical Corporation (“Journey Medical”), a partner company of Fortress, on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. EDT. Speakers from Journey Medical will include Claude Maraoui, President and Chief Executive Officer, Robert Nevin, Chief Commercial Officer, and Nirav Jhaveri, Chief Financial Officer.
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Fortress Biotech’s Partner Company, Journey Medical Corporation, to be Featured in Webinar Hosted by ROTH Capital Partners
Marrone Bio Innovations Issues Shareholder Letter and Provides Operational Update
By Dr. Matthew Watson
DAVIS, Calif., Oct. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Marrone Bio Innovations, Inc. (NASDAQ: MBII) (“Marrone Bio”), an international leader in providing growers with sustainable bioprotection and plant health solutions to support global agricultural needs, today released a letter to shareholders from Chief Executive Officer, Kevin Helash.
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Marrone Bio Innovations Issues Shareholder Letter and Provides Operational Update
Quotient Limited to Report Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Host Conference Call
By Dr. Matthew Watson
JERSEY, Channel Islands, Oct. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Quotient Limited (NASDAQ:QTNT), a commercial-stage diagnostics company, today announced that financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended September 30, 2020 will be released before market open on Monday, Nov 2, 2020.
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Quotient Limited to Report Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Host Conference Call