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INOVIO (NASDAQ: INO) announced positive interim results from a Phase 1/2 trial of INO-3107 for treating HPV 6 and HPV 11-associated Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis (RRP). Out of 21 participants, 76% saw a reduction in surgical interventions compared to the previous year, with 6 participants surgery-free. INO-3107 also demonstrated statistical significance in its primary endpoint and was well-tolerated. The treatment induced both CD4 and CD8 T cell responses against HPV types, suggesting potential as a first-in-class therapeutic option for RRP.

INOVIO (NASDAQ: INO) announced equity grants to two newly hired employees, including a Vice President of Clinical Development, on August 31, 2022. The grants comprise 5,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) and options for 26,250 shares of common stock, approved by the Compensation Committee under the 2022 Inducement Plan. The RSUs will vest over three years, and the stock options have an exercise price of $2.29, aligned with the stock's closing price on the Grant Date.

INOVIO (NASDAQ:INO), a biotechnology company focused on DNA medicines, announced that President and CEO Jacqueline Shea, Ph.D., will present at the H.C. Wainwright 24th Annual Global Investment Conference on September 12, 2022, starting at 7:00 AM ET. The conference will feature one-on-one meetings with registered investors and a webcast available on the INOVIO Investor Relations Events page, with replays accessible for 90 days post-event. INOVIO specializes in developing treatments for infectious diseases and cancer.

INOVIO (NASDAQ: INO) announced financial results for Q2 2022, reporting revenue of $784,000, up from $273,000 in Q2 2021. The company extended its cash runway into Q3 2024 through a corporate restructuring, involving an 18% workforce reduction and expected 30% reduction in operating expenses. Positive data from a Phase 1/2 trial of INO-5401 for glioblastoma was presented at ASCO. Despite these advancements, net loss widened to $108.5 million, or $0.46 per share, from $82.1 million, or $0.39 per share, in the prior year.

INOVIO (NASDAQ:INO) will release its second quarter 2022 financial results on August 9, 2022, after market close. Following the release, the company will host a live conference call and webcast at 4:30 p.m. EDT to discuss the results and provide an update on its business. Focused on DNA medicines for infectious diseases and cancer, INOVIO utilizes a proprietary smart device for vaccine delivery. For more information, visit www.inovio.com.

INOVIO (NASDAQ: INO) has announced a corporate reorganization aimed at cutting operational expenses by around 30% over the next 18 months. The restructuring involves an 18% reduction in full-time employees and an 86% cut in contractors, expected to extend the company's cash runway into Q3 2024. A one-time restructuring charge of approximately $1.6 million is anticipated. The cost-saving measures will allow the company to concentrate on key clinical programs, including its COVID-19 vaccine candidate and HPV initiatives, enhancing its growth prospects in the biotech sector.

INOVIO (NASDAQ: INO) announced the approval of equity grants to Dr. Michael John Sumner, the newly appointed Chief Medical Officer, as part of its 2022 Inducement Plan. The grants included a restricted stock unit (RSU) award of 105,000 shares, vesting over three years, and a stock option to purchase 160,000 shares at an exercise price of $1.73. Both awards are contingent on Dr. Sumner's continued employment. This move aligns with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) and reflects INOVIO's commitment to attract top talent in biotechnology.

INOVIO (NASDAQ: INO) has appointed Dr. Michael Sumner as its new Chief Medical Officer. With over 25 years of experience in clinical development and regulatory affairs, Dr. Sumner will oversee INOVIO's clinical-stage pipeline, including clinical operations and regulatory affairs. He previously served as CMO of Orexo AB and held roles at Novartis Pharmaceuticals and other major pharmaceutical companies. His expertise in guiding companies through product approvals is expected to bolster INOVIO's efforts in developing DNA medicines aimed at infectious diseases and cancers.

INOVIO (NASDAQ: INO) announced promising results from a Phase 1/2 trial evaluating INO-5401 and INO-9012 in combination with Libtayo^® for newly diagnosed glioblastoma (GBM). The study reported a median overall survival (OS) of 32.5 months for MGMT methylated patients, outperforming historical data. The combination therapy showed a tolerable safety profile and elicited immune responses, with activated T cells identified. Dr. David Reardon will present these findings at ASCO on June 6, 2022, emphasizing the potential of this novel treatment approach for GBM patients.