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Kintara Therapeutics Inc. (KTRA) news has centered on the issuer's biotechnology and immuno-oncology disclosure stream as recent records identify the company as TuHURA Biosciences, Inc. TuHURA is a Phase 3 immuno-oncology company developing therapeutics intended to overcome resistance to cancer immunotherapy.
Recurring developments include clinical-development leadership and strategy for the VISTA-inhibiting antibody TBS-2025 in blood-related cancers, innate immune agonist product candidates, Delta Opioid Receptor technology, antibody-drug conjugate work targeting Myeloid Derived Suppressor Cells, and updates on capital structure, material agreements, shareholder voting, governance, operating results, and risk factors.
Kintara Therapeutics announced the closing of a registered direct offering, raising approximately $15 million from the sale of 12 million shares of common stock and associated warrants priced at $1.25 each. The proceeds will fund clinical studies and general corporate purposes. The offering was facilitated by H.C. Wainwright & Co. The company is focused on developing innovative cancer therapies, notably VAL-083 for GBM and REM-001 for cutaneous metastatic breast cancer. Kintara's research includes promising clinical trial results for its therapies.
Kintara Therapeutics (KTRA) has entered into agreements to raise approximately $15 million through a registered direct offering of 12 million shares of common stock and warrants priced at $1.25 per share. The offering is expected to close around September 28, 2021. Proceeds will fund clinical studies, working capital, and potential acquisitions. H.C. Wainwright & Co. is the exclusive placement agent. The securities are offered under a shelf registration statement filed with the SEC.
Kintara Therapeutics (Nasdaq: KTRA) announced topline data from its Phase 2 clinical study of VAL-083 for newly-diagnosed glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) patients, which shows promising results. In the study, 36 efficacy evaluable patients exhibited a median progression-free survival (PFS) of 10.0 months and median overall survival (mOS) of 16.5 months. Myelosuppression was reported as the most common adverse effect, with one serious adverse event noted. VAL-083, a first-in-class treatment, continues to be evaluated as a potential breakthrough therapy for GBM patients.
Kintara Therapeutics (KTRA) announced the activation of the VAL-083 treatment arm in the registrational Phase 2/3 clinical trial for glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) as of August 16, 2021. The GBM AGILE trial aims to evaluate multiple therapies at over 40 sites in the U.S. and Canada, potentially expanding to 65 sites globally. The trial is expected to expedite VAL-083's regulatory submission by up to 18 months, supported by a cost-sharing model. VAL-083 is designed to overcome MGMT resistance and has shown promise in various oncology indications.
Kintara Therapeutics (Nasdaq: KTRA) will have CEO Saiid Zarrabian present at the Investor Summit Conference on August 17, 2021, at 12:30 p.m. ET. The company focuses on developing novel cancer therapies for patients resistant to existing treatments, with two Phase 3-ready therapeutics: VAL-083 for glioblastoma and REM-001 for cutaneous metastatic breast cancer. Kintara boasts an 80% complete response rate for REM-001 in clinical trials. Investors interested in one-on-one meetings can register for the event online.
Kintara Therapeutics (Nasdaq: KTRA) will present at the BTIG Virtual Biotechnology Conference on August 9, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. ET. CEO Saiid Zarrabian will deliver a corporate presentation, followed by opportunities for one-on-one meetings. Kintara focuses on developing innovative cancer therapies, with two Phase 3-ready candidates: VAL-083 for glioblastoma and REM-001 for cutaneous metastatic breast cancer. VAL-083 is a first-in-class therapy showing promise in various cancers, while REM-001 has demonstrated an 80% complete response rate in prior studies. For more details, visit www.kintara.com.
Kintara Therapeutics (Nasdaq: KTRA) announced topline results from the recurrent arm of its Phase 2 clinical trial for VAL-083 at MD Anderson Cancer Center. The trial included 89 patients with glioblastoma multiforme, showing a median overall survival (mOS) of 8.0 months for those on a 30 mg/m2/day dose, outperforming historical data for lomustine at 7.2 months. While myelosuppression was noted as a common adverse event, the results indicated VAL-083's potential in treating this challenging cancer type, with further studies planned under the GBM AGILE program.
Kintara Therapeutics (Nasdaq: KTRA) announced its addition to the Russell Microcap Index, effective June 28, 2021. This milestone is expected to enhance investor exposure to Kintara's mission of developing innovative cancer therapies. The company is advancing its lead product, VAL-083, in the GBM AGILE study for glioblastoma. Inclusion in the Russell Microcap Index provides automatic membership in growth and value style indexes, crucial as over $10.6 trillion in assets benchmark against Russell's U.S. indexes.
Kintara Therapeutics (Nasdaq: KTRA) announced the enrollment of the final patient in the adjuvant arm of its Phase 2 clinical study for VAL-083 at MD Anderson Cancer Center. This trial focuses on newly-diagnosed glioblastoma multiforme patients, replacing standard care temozolomide. The study aims to evaluate whether VAL-083 improves overall survival, using 36 patients. VAL-083 has received multiple designations from FDA and EMA, including Orphan Drug Designation for GBM. The company is also advancing its REM-001 therapy platform for metastatic breast cancer.
Kintara Therapeutics (Nasdaq: KTRA) announced that CEO Saiid Zarrabian will present a corporate overview at the LD Micro Virtual Invitational Conference from June 8-10, 2021. His presentation is scheduled for June 9 at 2:30 pm ET, Track 1. Kintara specializes in developing novel cancer therapies, including VAL-083 for glioblastoma multiforme and REM-001 for cutaneous metastatic breast cancer. VAL-083 has shown clinical activity in several cancers, while REM-001 has an 80% complete response rate in prior trials. Investors can register for the conference here.