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Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACRS) is a leading clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of innovative therapies for immuno-inflammatory diseases. Founded by dermatologists, Aclaris leverages its extensive expertise in dermatologic treatments to address significant unmet needs in both medical and aesthetic dermatology.
Aclaris operates primarily through two segments: therapeutics and contract research. The therapeutics segment focuses on identifying and developing novel therapies to treat immuno-inflammatory diseases. Key drug candidates in this segment include Zunsemetinib, an oral MK2 inhibitor, ATI-2138, an ITJ inhibitor, and ATI-1777, a topical JAK 1/3 inhibitor. The contract research segment generates revenue by offering laboratory services, which constitute a significant portion of the company’s revenue.
Recent milestones for Aclaris include the progression of ATI-2138 into Phase 2a proof-of-concept trials for T cell-mediated autoimmune diseases and the completion of enrollment for the ATI-1777 Phase 2b trial in atopic dermatitis. Preliminary data from these trials have shown promising results, paving the way for further clinical development. Aclaris has also announced partnerships with institutions like Washington University to explore additional therapeutic applications for its drug candidates.
Financially, Aclaris maintains a robust liquidity position. As of the end of 2023, the company holds approximately $181.9 million in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities, ensuring the capability to fund operations through 2025. Revenue generation is primarily driven by contract research services and strategic licensing agreements, such as the recent deal with Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc., which grants exclusive rights under certain patents for the use of deuruxolitinib in treating alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia.
Aclaris Therapeutics (NASDAQ: ACRS) has announced the sale of a portion of its future royalty payments and certain milestones for OLUMIANT® (baricitinib) to OMERS Life Sciences for up to $31.5 million. The deal includes a $26.5 million upfront payment and up to $5.0 million in potential milestone payments based on OLUMIANT sales in 2024. This non-dilutive transaction strengthens Aclaris' balance sheet, providing financial flexibility to pursue value-creating opportunities and invest in internal programs. OMERS acquires a portion of the royalty for worldwide net sales of OLUMIANT for alopecia areata from April 1, 2024, through the remainder of the royalty term, as well as 100% of the remaining anniversary milestone payments from Eli Lilly.
Aclaris Therapeutics (NASDAQ: ACRS) announced that Dr. Neal Walker, Interim President & CEO, will participate in a fireside chat at the Goldman Sachs 45th Annual Global Healthcare Conference. The event will take place on June 11, 2024, at 11:20 AM ET in Miami, Florida.
The chat will be webcasted and accessible via the company's website, where it will be archived for at least 30 days.
Aclaris Therapeutics reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2024 and provided a corporate update. The company is progressing ATI-2138 into a Phase 2a trial for atopic dermatitis. Aclaris also announced positive results for its various ITK inhibitor programs and highlighted financial data showing a decrease in net loss and revenue. The company anticipates lower cash expenditures in future quarters due to ongoing strategic reviews.
Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACRS) will announce its first quarter 2024 financial results on May 7, 2024. The company focuses on developing drug candidates for immuno-inflammatory diseases. A conference call will follow to provide a corporate update.
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