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Equillium, Inc. develops novel therapeutics for severe autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. News about EQ centers on EQ504, the company’s investigational aryl hydrocarbon receptor, or AhR, modulator, including preclinical data, clinical-development planning, and disease-area positioning in ulcerative colitis, other gastrointestinal diseases, and inflammatory lung diseases.
Company updates also cover financing activity, operating results, corporate presentations, and equity-award disclosures under Nasdaq inducement-grant rules. These items reflect Equillium’s focus on immunobiology, immunomodulatory assets, capital resources for research and development, and public-company compensation and governance practices.
Equillium, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQ) announced positive interim results from the EQUALISE study of itolizumab in lupus nephritis, with 83% of patients achieving a complete or partial response and 67% showing over 80% reduction in urine protein creatinine ratio by week 28. The company also confirmed the acquisition of Metacrine, expected to add $35 million in cash to its balance sheet, extending its operating runway into 2024. Additionally, Equillium initiated Phase 2 and Phase 1 studies for EQ101 and EQ102, respectively, targeting alopecia areata and celiac disease.
Equillium, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQ) presented key research at ACR Convergence, indicating that urinary soluble ALCAM (sALCAM) may serve as a biomarker for disease severity in lupus nephritis (LN), potentially aiding in treatment response assessment. This study aligns urinary ALCAM levels with existing measures of LN, suggesting a less invasive alternative to kidney biopsies. Dr. Maple Fung highlighted its significance for patient monitoring. Itolizumab, Equillium's first-in-class monoclonal antibody, targets the CD6-ALCAM pathway and is currently undergoing clinical studies for its effectiveness in treating severe autoimmune disorders.
Equillium has launched a Phase 2 proof-of-concept study for EQ101 targeting alopecia areata, a common autoimmune condition. This open-label trial will involve approximately 30 adult subjects in Australia over 24 weeks, assessing efficacy, safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics. EQ101 inhibits key cytokines IL-2, IL-9, and IL-15, potentially offering a more selective treatment than current options. Previous studies indicated EQ101's safety and effectiveness in related conditions. The study's results are anticipated in 2023, marking a significant advancement in Equillium's pipeline.
Equillium, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQ), a clinical-stage biotechnology firm, announced its participation in the Stifel Healthcare Conference and the Jefferies London Healthcare Conference. Company management will present an overview of their clinical assets and discuss upcoming milestones. The Stifel conference is set for November 15 at Lotte New York Place Hotel, while the Jefferies conference will occur on November 17 in London. Webcast access will be available on their website, with archived replays for 90 days.
Equillium presented data on its novel Multi-Cytokine Inhibitor EQ101 for treating alopecia areata at the 6th Annual Dermatology Drug Development Summit. The presentation, made by Dr. Stephen Connelly, highlighted EQ101's selective targeting of IL-2, IL-9, and IL-15 with a favorable safety profile. A Phase 2 study is set to initiate in Q4 2022, aiming to evaluate its efficacy compared to other treatments. EQ101 demonstrated superior hair regrowth compared to ruxolitinib and has previously shown promise in cutaneous T cell lymphoma.
Equillium, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQ) announced the initiation of a Phase 1 study for its investigational drug EQ102, targeting celiac disease. The study involves up to 64 healthy volunteers and aims to evaluate safety and tolerability after administering single and multiple ascending doses. EQ102 is designed to inhibit cytokines IL-15 and IL-21, which are implicated in gastrointestinal inflammation. The CEO highlighted this as a significant milestone, with initial clinical data expected next year. Celiac disease has over 50 million global incidences and currently lacks effective treatments.
Equillium, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQ) presented promising data on its multi-cytokine inhibitors, EQ101 and EQ102, at the La Jolla Immunology Conference. The research indicates that these inhibitors effectively reduce the activity of cytotoxic T lymphocytes and natural killer cells, which are pivotal in autoimmune diseases.
EQ101 and EQ102 demonstrated approximately 50% and 40% reductions in CD4 and CD8 T cell proliferation, respectively. The company plans to initiate a Phase 2 study for EQ101 in alopecia areata and a Phase 1 study for EQ102 in healthy volunteers by year-end 2022.
Equillium announced interim results from the EQUALISE study evaluating itolizumab in lupus nephritis patients. Of the 6 subjects evaluated, 83% achieved a complete or partial response, and 67% attained over 80% reduction in urine protein creatinine ratio (UPCR) by week 28. The treatment showed a favorable safety profile with no serious adverse events. The mean baseline UPCR was notably high at 5.8 g/g, and the study's results point to potential as a competitive therapy in a field where other treatments have fallen short.
Equillium, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQ) announces the acceptance of its abstract for presentation at ACR Convergence, the American College of Rheumatology’s annual meeting, set for November 10-14, 2022. The abstract, titled 'Urine ALCAM is a Strong Predictor of Lupus Nephritis', highlights urinary soluble ALCAM as a potential biomarker for disease severity in lupus nephritis. Equillium develops novel therapeutics targeting autoimmune disorders, including itolizumab, currently undergoing clinical trials for conditions like lupus nephritis and acute graft-versus-host disease.
Equillium will acquire Metacrine in an all-stock merger, strengthening its financial position with an additional $33 million in cash upon closing, expected to extend its operational runway into 2024. The acquisition includes the novel drug MET642, a Phase 2-ready FXR agonist for ulcerative colitis. Preston Klassen, CEO of Metacrine, will join Equillium's Board of Directors. The transaction is approved by both companies' boards and aims to enhance Equillium's clinical development efforts and market reach.