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Kiora Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: KPRX) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company committed to the development and commercialization of innovative treatments for orphan retinal diseases. The company's lead product candidate, KIO-301, is aimed at treating inherited retinal diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa, choroideremia, and Stargardt disease. KIO-301 is a molecular photoswitch with the potential to restore vision in patients suffering from inherited and age-related retinal degeneration.
Kiora’s second key asset, KIO-104, is being developed to treat posterior non-infectious uveitis. It is a next-generation, non-steroidal, immuno-modulatory, small-molecule inhibitor of dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, with the promise of reducing retinal inflammation without the adverse effects associated with systemic anti-inflammatory drugs or chronic steroid use.
Most recently, Kiora announced its third quarter 2023 financial results and discussed the advancement of KIO-301 for other inherited retinal diseases. The ABACUS-1 study, a Phase 1b clinical trial of KIO-301, demonstrated safety and tolerability, along with significant improvements in visual field and functional vision. These promising results have paved the way for the company to initiate the ABACUS-2 trial, a Phase 2 study involving up to 20 patients with retinitis pigmentosa.
The company also entered into a strategic development and commercialization agreement with Théa Open Innovation (TOI), providing up to $285 million in potential milestone payments, alongside reimbursement of research and development expenses. This partnership will help Kiora accelerate the development and commercialization of KIO-301 globally, excluding Asia.
Moreover, Kiora announced a successful securities purchase agreement, raising up to $45 million to support its ongoing development activities. Recent strategic partnerships and financial maneuvers are expected to fund the company’s operations through 2026, offering a robust financial foundation for future growth.
Operating from Encinitas, California, Kiora continues to pioneer in the biotech space, aiming to bring transformative therapies to market for patients suffering from rare retinal diseases. The company remains focused on delivering innovative solutions that address significant unmet medical needs in ophthalmology.
Kiora Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: KPRX) has announced that Eric Daniels, M.D., its Chief Development Officer, will present at the Jones Trading Healthcare Seaside Summit on July 15, 2024, at 6:15 PM Eastern Time.
This presentation will be accessible to investors both live and on-demand via a specific registration link, and an on-demand replay will be available for 90 days on Kiora's Investor Relations homepage.
Following the presentation, Kiora invites verified retail and institutional investors to submit questions regarding their clinical development plans, the science behind their investigational therapies, and financials. The Q&A portal opens on July 16 at 9:00 AM EDT and closes on July 19 at 11:00 AM EDT.
Questions can be submitted and upvoted through the dedicated Q&A portal.
Kiora Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: KPRX) has appointed Lisa Walters-Hoffert as an independent member of its Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2024. Walters-Hoffert, a seasoned biotech executive, will serve as chair of the audit committee and join the compensation committee. Concurrently, Ken Gayron will step down from the board due to other commitments.
Lisa Walters-Hoffert brings extensive experience in strategic development, governance, finance, and capital markets to Kiora. Her appointment comes at a time when Kiora is advancing its pipeline of retinal disease treatments. Recently, Kiora has reported promising data on KIO-301 for retinal diseases, established a strategic co-development partnership, and secured financial resources to support its operations for at least the next two years, including investment in KIO-104 for inflammatory retinal diseases.
Kiora Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: KPRX) has announced the appointment of Dr. Roger A. Goldberg, a renowned vitreoretinal surgeon, to its Scientific Advisory Board on June 25, 2024. Dr. Goldberg, who is affiliated with Bay Area Retina Associates, brings extensive clinical and research expertise to Kiora. He has been involved in numerous clinical trials and has published extensively in top medical journals.
Dr. Goldberg will contribute to the development of Kiora's retinal disease therapeutics, including their investigational drug KIO-104, which targets overactive immune cells associated with conditions like macular edema and uveitis. His appointment is expected to enhance Kiora’s ability to advance treatment options for retinal diseases with high unmet needs. Dr. Goldberg’s background includes a medical degree from Yale, residency at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, and a fellowship at Tufts University. He is board certified and actively engaged in several prestigious ophthalmology organizations.
Kiora Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: KPRX) will participate in two upcoming investor conferences. On May 22, at 3:00 pm ET, Executive VP of Finance Melissa Tosca will present at the WeBull Corporate Connect Biotech Investment Webinar. The event will be live and available on-demand for 90 days. On May 30, at 2:45 pm ET, President and CEO Brian Strem will join a virtual fireside chat at the Lytham Partners Spring 2024 Investor Conference. This event will also be live-streamed and available on-demand for 90 days. Kiora's management will hold one-on-one virtual meetings during the Lytham Partners event. Interested parties can arrange meetings by contacting Lytham Partners or registering for the event.
Kiora Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: KPRX) reported strong Q1 2024 financial results and updates on its retinal disease treatment pipeline. With $31.3 million in cash, Kiora is well-positioned to advance KIO-301 and KIO-104 into mid-stage clinical trials. The partnership with Théa Open Innovation (TOI) allows for efficient capital allocation. KIO-301 targets inherited retinal disorders, while KIO-104 addresses retinal inflammatory diseases. Positive milestones include successful Phase 1 trials and a strategic partnership with TOI. Financially, Kiora ended Q1 2024 with $31.3 million in cash, $16 million in revenue, and a net income of $13.5 million.
Kiora Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: KPRX) will be presenting at The Citizens JMP Life Sciences Conference on May 14th, 2024. Investors can access the online presentation live on the company's website and replay it for 90 days.
Kiora Pharmaceuticals released additional clinical data for KIO-301, a small molecule photoswitch, showing a significant increase in brain activity in the visual cortex of patients with retinitis pigmentosa. The data from the ABACUS-1 trial indicated improvements in visual field, visual acuity, and functional vision, along with an increase in neural activity that aligns with these improvements. The results were presented at the ARVO annual meeting by Professor Robert James Casson, supporting the drug's potential to restore vision.
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