Armata Pharmaceuticals develops pathogen-specific bacteriophage therapeutics for antibiotic-resistant and difficult-to-treat bacterial infections. News about ARMP centers on its late clinical-stage phage pipeline, including AP-SA02 for Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia and AP-PA02 for Pseudomonas aeruginosa, FDA designations and regulatory interactions, scientific publications on phage structure, and clinical program updates.
Company updates also cover financial results, research and development spending, grant-supported program activity, credit agreement and warrant amendments with Innoviva-related entities, and board or annual-meeting governance matters. Armata describes in-house phage-specific cGMP manufacturing as part of its development model.
Armata Pharmaceuticals announced that its Vice President of Clinical Development, Mina Pastagia, will present at the 2021 World Antimicrobial Resistance Congress in Washington D.C. on November 8. The presentation, titled A genomics-based approach for developing phage therapeutics targeting respiratory infections, will take place during the Innovation Showcase session at 2:30 pm ET.
This congress, now in its seventh year, will draw over 400 attendees and feature more than 150 speakers, focusing on antimicrobial resistance.
Armata Pharmaceuticals (NYSE American: ARMP) has announced a new lease for a 56,300 square-foot research and development and GMP manufacturing facility in Los Angeles. This state-of-the-art facility aims to enhance Armata's phage therapy pipeline and manufacturing capacity, supporting upcoming pivotal studies and commercial launches. The company is advancing its clinical candidates, AP-PA02 and AP-SA02, and believes the facility will facilitate potential strategic partnerships to bolster its pipeline and accelerate development.
Armata Pharmaceuticals (NYSE American: ARMP) announced receiving a $3.0 million equity investment from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, with an additional $4.0 million from Innoviva, a significant shareholder. This investment will support Armata's lead clinical candidate, AP-PA02, currently in a Phase 1b/2a trial for chronic Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections in cystic fibrosis patients. This follows a prior $5.0 million Therapeutics Development Award from the Foundation in March 2020, emphasizing the urgent need for new therapies against difficult bacterial infections.
Armata Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE American: ARMP) will participate in the H.C. Wainwright 23rd Annual Global Investment Conference from September 13-15, 2021. The presentation will be available on-demand starting at 7:00 AM ET on September 13. Armata focuses on developing bacteriophage therapeutics for antibiotic-resistant and difficult-to-treat bacterial infections. Their pipeline includes candidates for pathogens like Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus, and they collaborate with Merck on synthetic phage candidates targeting an undisclosed infectious disease.
Armata Pharmaceuticals (ARMP) reported its second-quarter 2021 results, noting the retirement of CEO Todd R. Patrick and the appointment of Brian Varnum as his successor. The company received a $750,000 milestone payment from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to support its Phase 1b/2a clinical trial for AP-PA02 targeting chronic Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections. Grant revenue was $1.2 million, a significant increase from $31,000 in Q2 2020. However, R&D expenses surged to $5.2 million, contributing to an operating loss of $6.2 million. Armata has $17.5 million in cash as of June 30, 2021.
Armata Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE American: ARMP) announced on August 2, 2021, that CEO Todd R. Patrick is retiring from day-to-day management, transitioning to the Board of Directors as a special advisor. President Brian Varnum, Ph.D., has been appointed CEO. Patrick highlighted the company's significant progress, including the merger with AmpliPhi Biosciences and clinical trials for AP-PA02. The Board expressed gratitude for Patrick's leadership and confidence in Varnum's drug development experience as the company advances phage-based therapeutics targeting antibiotic-resistant infections.
Armata Pharmaceuticals (NYSE American: ARMP), a biotechnology firm focused on bacteriophage therapeutics for antibiotic-resistant infections, will present at the Ladenburg Thalmann 2021 Healthcare Conference on July 13, 2021, at 4:00 PM ET. The event will feature one-on-one investor meetings and further details about Armata's innovative pipeline targeting pathogens such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus. Interested parties can access the presentation through a provided webcast link.
Armata Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (ARMP) reported first quarter 2021 results, highlighting progress in clinical trials and financial developments. The company is advancing its SWARM-P.a. Phase 1b/2a trial for treating cystic fibrosis and preparing for a Phase 1b/2 trial for Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia. Armata raised $20 million in gross proceeds from Innoviva, enhancing its financial position, which now includes $22.5 million in cash. The company recognized $1.1 million in grant revenue and expects to achieve several milestones in 2021 and 2022.
Armata Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE American: ARMP) announced its Q4 and full-year 2020 results, signaling progress in its clinical programs. The FDA cleared the IND application for its lead candidate AP-PA02, aimed at treating Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections. The company appointed Robin C. Kramer to its Board and Mina Pastagia as VP of Clinical Development. Financially, Armata reported Q4 revenues of $0.5 million and a loss from operations of $6.5 million. After raising $20 million from Innoviva, the company has approximately $9.7 million in cash, sufficient to fund operations into Q1 2022.
Armata Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE American: ARMP) has successfully closed the second and final tranche of a $20 million private placement with Innoviva, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVA). This transaction raised approximately $13.9 million through the issuance of 4,285,935 common shares and warrants at $3.25 each, following a notable 99% shareholder approval. The first tranche, completed on January 26, 2021, raised $6.1 million. Following both closings, Armata now has 24,940,442 shares outstanding and warrants for 16,649,465 additional shares.