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Cytokinetics (Nasdaq: CYTK) has announced that new data will be presented at the Heart Failure Society of America Virtual Annual Scientific Meeting from September 30 to October 6, 2020. The data will focus on heart failure patients and include findings from the Phase 3 GALACTIC-HF trial and the completed Phase 2 COSMIC-HF trial involving omecamtiv mecarbil. Key presentations will take place on October 1 and October 2, featuring insights on myosin activators and their impact on cardiac function.

Cytokinetics (NASDAQ: CYTK) has announced the launch of its third annual Communications Fellowship Grant program, offering $100,000 in total funding to five patient advocacy organizations focused on ALS, heart failure, HCM, and SMA. Applications are due by November 13, 2020. The initiative aims to enhance communications capacity and community engagement, particularly in light of challenges posed by COVID-19. Previous grant recipients include organizations dedicated to improving patient outreach and awareness.

Cytokinetics has initiated a Phase 1 clinical trial for CK-271, a cardiac myosin inhibitor targeting hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). The study aims to assess CK-271's safety and tolerability in healthy adults. The trial features a placebo-controlled, single ascending dose design, involving three cohorts. CK-271 shows promise in reducing cardiac contractility without affecting heart rate, addressing a significant unmet need in HCM treatment. This marks a strategic expansion of Cytokinetics’ development pipeline, alongside their ongoing Phase 2 trial for CK-274.

Cytokinetics (Nasdaq: CYTK) announced the presentation of its Phase 3 GALACTIC-HF trial results at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions on November 13, 2020. This pivotal study evaluated omecamtiv mecarbil in patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). Enrolling 8,256 patients across 35 countries, the trial aims to assess the drug's efficacy in reducing heart failure events and cardiovascular death. Topline results are expected in Q4 2020.

Cytokinetics (Nasdaq: CYTK) announced its participation in four upcoming investor conferences. On September 9-10, 2020, Cytokinetics' senior management will engage in one-on-one meetings at Citi's 15th Annual Virtual BioPharma Conference. Additionally, President & CEO Robert I. Blum will present at the Morgan Stanley Annual Virtual Global Healthcare Conference on September 14 at 10:30 AM ET, followed by the H.C. Wainwright Conference on September 15 at 11:00 AM ET, and the Cantor Fitzgerald Conference on September 16 at 10:00 AM ET. Webcast access is available via Cytokinetics' website.

Cytokinetics (Nasdaq: CYTK) announced a $1 million grant and a four-year partnership with the HCM Registry to enhance understanding of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) and its complications. The HCM Registry, a global patient registry, aims to identify novel prognostic markers and biomarkers related to HCM. Enrollment for the study, led by the University of Virginia and the University of Oxford, included 2,755 participants across North America and Europe. The partnership aligns with Cytokinetics’ commitment to patient-centered research and outcomes in heart muscle disorders.

Cytokinetics (CYTK) reported a net loss of $40.8 million for Q2 2020, equating to $0.68 per share, compared to $32.1 million or $0.56 per share in Q2 2019. Despite challenges posed by COVID-19, cash and investments reached $213.1 million by June 30, 2020. The company executed transactions expected to provide up to $250 million in cash and milestone payments. GALACTIC-HF clinical trial results are anticipated in Q4 2020. Revenue declined to $3.6 million in Q2 2020 from $7.1 million in the previous year.

Cytokinetics, Incorporated (Nasdaq: CYTK) is set to report its second quarter results on August 6, 2020, at 4:00 PM ET. Following the release, a conference call with senior management will take place at 4:30 PM ET to discuss financial outcomes and future outlook. Investors can access the live audio via Cytokinetics’ website or by phone. An archived replay of the call will be available until August 20, 2020. The company focuses on developing muscle activators and inhibitors for treating diseases affecting muscle performance, collaborating with Amgen and Astellas on various clinical programs.

Cytokinetics (Nasdaq: CYTK) has successfully closed its public offering of 8,385,417 shares at $24.00 per share, raising approximately $201.3 million in gross proceeds. The offering included the full exercise of underwriters' options for an additional 1,093,750 shares. The transaction was managed by Goldman Sachs, Piper Sandler, and Cantor Fitzgerald, among others, under a shelf registration statement filed with the SEC. Cytokinetics specializes in developing muscle activators and inhibitors to treat diseases affecting muscle performance.