Candel Therapeutics, Inc. develops clinical-stage multimodal biological immunotherapies for cancer, including off-the-shelf viral immunotherapy platforms based on genetically modified adenovirus and herpes simplex virus constructs. Company news commonly covers aglatimagene besadenovec, also called aglatne or CAN-2409, in prostate cancer and non-small cell lung cancer, and linoserpaturev, or CAN-3110, from its HSV platform in recurrent high-grade glioma.
Updates also include clinical-data presentations, FDA designations or clearances, research-and-development communications, quarterly financial results, financing activity, and Nasdaq inducement grants under the company’s equity plans.
Candel Therapeutics (Nasdaq: CADL) reported Q3 2022 results, achieving significant developments, including a partnership with the University of Pennsylvania's Center for Cellular Immunotherapies to explore viral immunotherapy and CAR-T cell combinations. The Company secured orphan drug designation for CAN-2409 in glioma and added new leadership. Financially, Q3 net loss decreased to $8.7 million from $16.2 million YoY. Cash position stood at $77.2 million, sufficient to sustain operations through Q1 2024.
Candel Therapeutics (Nasdaq: CADL) announced new clinical data to be presented at the 37th Annual Meeting of the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer and the 27th Annual Meeting of the Society for Neuro-Oncology, scheduled for November 11 and 18, 2022, respectively. Key highlights include presentations on CAN-2409's efficacy in high-grade glioma and its impact on tumor microenvironments. These findings could significantly advance understanding of viral immunotherapy in treating cancer.
On November 1, 2022, Candel Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CADL) announced that its CEO, Paul Peter Tak, will participate in several investor conferences this month. The events include the Credit Suisse 31st Annual Healthcare Conference on November 8 at 8:35 am PT, the BMO Biopharma Spotlight Series: Oncology Day on November 9 at 10:00 am ET, and the Jefferies London Healthcare Conference on November 16 at 7:25 am GMT. For webcast recordings, visit Candel's website. Candel focuses on developing viral immunotherapies for cancer using genetically modified viruses to enhance anti-tumor responses.
Candel Therapeutics (Nasdaq: CADL) announced a collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania to explore novel viral immunotherapies aimed at enhancing CAR-T cell therapies for solid tumors. Utilizing Candel’s enLIGHTEN Discovery Platform, the research will focus on herpes simplex virus vectors to improve T-cell efficacy. Both organizations will maintain rights to their respective programs and the ability to advance these therapies into clinical trials. This partnership aims to address significant barriers in the solid tumor microenvironment to improve treatment outcomes.
Candel Therapeutics (Nasdaq: CADL) announced on September 15, 2022, that the European Medicines Agency (EMA) COMP issued a positive opinion for orphan drug designation of CAN-2409 to treat glioma. This follows the fast track designation from the FDA in June 2021. CAN-2409, a genetically modified adenovirus, is in phase 2 and 3 trials for various cancers. The orphan drug designation provides potential benefits such as a 10-year marketing exclusivity in the EU and reduced fees during development.
Candel Therapeutics (Nasdaq: CADL) announces the appointment of Jason A. Amello as Chief Financial Officer and Garrett Nichols, MD, MS as Chief Medical Officer, effective September 21, 2022. Mr. Amello replaces John Canepa, who is moving on for personal reasons. Both new leaders bring extensive experience in biopharmaceuticals, with Amello's previous roles including CFO at Saniona AB and Akebia Therapeutics, and Nichols having served as CMO at Istari Oncology. Their leadership is expected to enhance Candel's efforts in developing oncolytic viral immunotherapies for cancer treatment.
Candel Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CADL) announced participation in two investor conferences. CEO Paul Peter Tak will attend Citi's 17th Annual BioPharma Conference in Boston on September 7. Candel will also present at the H.C. Wainwright 24th Annual Global Investment Conference via webcast on September 12 at 7:00 AM ET. The company focuses on oncolytic viral immunotherapies for cancer treatment, with lead products CAN-2409 and CAN-3110. A webcast of the latter presentation will be archived for up to 90 days. Visit Candel's website for more details.
Candel Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CADL) reported its Q2 2022 financial results, revealing a net loss of $4.1 million, a significant decrease from $17.1 million in Q2 2021. The company maintains a strong cash position of $86.8 million, sufficient to fund operations into Q1 2024. Candel announced a promising 87.5% disease control rate from its phase 2 clinical trial of CAN-2409 in NSCLC at ASCO 2022. Upcoming milestones include phase 3 trials for high-grade glioma and updates on their enLIGHTEN™ Discovery Platform.
Candel Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CADL) announced the appointment of three new board members, Gary Nabel, Joseph C. Papa, and Renee Gaeta, effective August 8, 2022. Their extensive experience in biopharmaceuticals and finance is expected to bolster Candel's strategies in oncolytic viral immunotherapies for cancer treatment. The new directors replace outgoing members, maintaining the board's nine-member structure. Candel aims to leverage this leadership change to enhance its growth and innovation in the cancer treatment space.
Candel Therapeutics reported promising findings from its Phase 2 clinical trial of CAN-2409 in patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) at the ASCO Annual Meeting.
The trial demonstrated a 87.5% disease control rate in patients previously progressing on anti-PD-1 therapy, with 62.5% showing durable stabilization. A 15% partial response rate was observed, along with tumor regression in both injected and uninjected lesions. The treatment was well tolerated, highlighting CAN-2409's potential as a viable option for NSCLC patients lacking effective alternatives.