Athira Pharma, Inc. Stock Price, News & Analysis

Athira Pharma will host a webinar on June 18, 2024, to discuss the potential of fosgonimeton for treating mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease (AD). The event will cover the ongoing Phase 2/3 LIFT-AD trial, with topline data expected in the second half of 2024. Chief Medical Officer Javier San Martin, alongside two neurodegeneration experts, will review the trial's primary endpoint, the Global Statistical Test (GST), which measures cognition and function. The webinar will provide insights into the unmet medical needs in AD and the potential benefits of fosgonimeton.

Athira Pharma has completed the first cohort in its Phase 1 clinical trial for ATH-1105, a potential treatment for ALS. This first-in-human, dose-escalation study aims to assess the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of the drug in healthy volunteers. The trial is expected to conclude by the end of 2024, with a Phase 2 study in ALS patients slated for 2025. Preclinical data indicates that ATH-1105 can improve motor function, preserve nerve health, and extend survival in ALS models. The Phase 1 trial will involve up to 80 healthy participants and will evaluate single and multiple ascending doses of the drug.

Athira Pharma (NASDAQ: ATHA), a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company, announced its participation in two investor conferences in June 2024. The company will present at the Jefferies Healthcare Conference on June 5 and the Goldman Sachs 45th Annual Healthcare Conference on June 12. These events will feature fireside chats where Athira’s management will discuss the company’s robust pipeline focused on neurodegenerative diseases. They will also highlight the progress of the LIFT-AD Phase 2/3 trial in Alzheimer’s Disease, with topline data expected in the second half of 2024. The fireside chats will be webcast live on Athira's Investor Relations website, with replays available for 30 days post-event.

Athira Pharma (NASDAQ: ATHA) announced a proposed settlement for stockholder derivative actions. The settlement, preliminarily approved by the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, involves adopting corporate governance reforms and paying legal fees and service awards to lead plaintiffs. A final approval hearing is scheduled for July 18, 2024. Relevant documents have been posted on Athira's Investor Relations website.

Athira Pharma (NASDAQ: ATHA) released its Q1 2024 financial results and highlighted pipeline and business updates. The company is anticipating topline data from its Phase 2/3 LIFT-AD clinical trial of fosgonimeton for Alzheimer's disease in H2 2024. They've also filed an IND application for ATH-1105 for ALS treatment and plan a first-in-human study in Q2 2024. Financially, Athira reported a net loss of $26.3 million, or $0.69 per share, compared to $27.8 million, or $0.73 per share, in Q1 2023. Cash reserves stand at $122.1 million, down from $147.4 million in December 2023. R&D expenses were $21.2 million, while G&A expenses dropped to $6.5 million. The company remains focused on advancing its small molecule drug candidates targeting the HGF system to treat neurodegenerative diseases.

Summary: Athira Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATHA) will be participating in the Sidoti May 2024 Virtual Investor Conference and The Citizens JMP Life Sciences Conference in May. The Company management will present at these conferences to discuss their focus on developing small molecules to restore neuronal health and slow neurodegeneration. Live webcasts and archived replays will be available on the Athira website.