Lantern Pharma Inc. develops AI-driven precision oncology therapies and research platforms for cancer drug discovery. The company uses its proprietary RADR® platform to identify and advance small-molecule oncology candidates, including LP-300, LP-184 and LP-284, and develops STAR-001 for CNS cancers through Starlight Therapeutics, its wholly owned subsidiary.
Recurring news includes clinical-program updates for lung cancer, hematologic cancers, sarcomas and brain cancers; FDA and trial-design communications; financial results; and commercialization of AI tools such as withZeta.ai and predictBBB.ai. Company updates also cover subscription-based platform access, computational biology features and enterprise deployment for biomedical research and drug-development users.
Lantern Pharma Inc. (LTRN) reported its financial results for Q1 2021, highlighting significant advancements in its oncology drug pipeline. The company expanded its RADR® A.I. platform to over 4.6 billion datapoints, nearly a 16-fold increase since its IPO. Lantern's collaboration with Actuate Therapeutics aims to improve insights into the 9-ING-41 drug candidate using RADR® technology. As of March 31, 2021, cash and cash equivalents rose to $81.4 million, while the net loss increased to $2.45 million, consistent with the previous year. The company remains focused on advancing clinical trials and potential partnerships.
Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN) announced a research and development collaboration with Actuate Therapeutics to utilize its RADR® AI platform in the advancement of Actuate's 9-ING-41 drug candidate, a GSK-3β inhibitor undergoing multiple Phase 2 trials. The collaboration aims to enhance drug development through machine learning and oncology datasets, potentially generating joint intellectual property. Lantern expects its RADR® platform to surpass 10 billion oncology data points within a year, enhancing its capabilities in patient stratification and drug discovery.
Lantern Pharma (LTRN) announced that its RADR® AI platform has surpassed 4.6 billion datapoints, marking a 16-fold increase over the past year. This advancement enhances the platform's drug discovery capabilities across various cancers, focusing on personalized oncology therapeutics. CEO Panna Sharma highlighted the importance of this milestone in speeding up drug development and increasing collaboration opportunities in the biopharma sector. Additionally, Lantern filed two new patents to protect its innovations in AI-driven drug development.
Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, will host a conference call on May 3, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss its first-quarter financial and operating results for the period ending March 31, 2021. The call will feature CEO Panna Sharma and other management members. Lantern Pharma utilizes its proprietary RADR® A.I. platform to advance oncology therapeutics and identify responsive patients. More details on the call can be accessed via the company’s website.
Lantern Pharma Inc. (NASDAQ: LTRN) announced the publication of a manuscript in Oncotarget detailing the efficacy of its drug candidate, LP-184, for treating non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). LP-184 has shown nanomolar potency against therapy-resistant NSCLC models, surpassing conventional chemotherapeutics in effectiveness. The unmet need addresses patients resistant to current therapies, with 30-40% of lung cancers lacking targetable mutations. The research identifies patient subgroups likely to respond to LP-184, supporting its potential as a viable treatment option in oncology.
Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced its participation in the virtual 20th Annual Needham Healthcare Conference from April 12-15, 2021. CEO Panna Sharma will engage in a fireside chat on April 15 at 12:45 pm ET and conduct one-on-one investor meetings during the event. The session will be livestreamed and accessible for 90 days on their investor relations website. Lantern Pharma is advancing its proprietary RADR® A.I. platform for oncology drug development, focusing on genomic-targeted therapeutics.
Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical firm, announced a collaboration with Johns Hopkins Pediatric Oncology for its drug candidate LP-184, targeting Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumors (ATRT) in children, an aggressive brain cancer with no effective treatments. The partnership aims to explore LP-184's efficacy across multiple central nervous system cancers, leveraging Lantern's RADR® AI platform. The FDA's Rare Pediatric Disease Designation may enhance LP-184's development, potentially qualifying for a Priority Review Voucher, adding significant value for Lantern's future prospects.
Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN) announced it will present new findings on LP-184, a targeted small molecule for prostate cancer, at the AACR Virtual Annual Meeting from April 10-15, 2021. The data highlights LP-184's effectiveness against DNA damage repair defects found in 25-30% of metastatic prostate cancer patients. CEO Panna Sharma noted the potential for LP-184 to exhibit best-in-class efficacy, particularly in tumors with specific genetic mutations. The findings will be showcased in a poster presentation during the conference.
Lantern Pharma (NASDAQ: LTRN) announced the filing of seven global patent applications for a new DNA-damaging agent, LP-284, with demonstrated anticancer properties. LP-284, a preclinical small molecule candidate, shows promise in various cancer indications by inhibiting DNA damage and repair mechanisms. The distinct characteristics of LP-284, as a stereoisomer of LP-184, may enhance its therapeutic potential and integration into Lantern's portfolio. This strategic move reflects Lantern's ongoing commitment to advancing targeted oncology therapies through its RADR® A.I. platform.
Lantern Pharma (LTRN), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced that CEO Panna Sharma will be featured in an interview on The RedChip Money Report on Bloomberg TV on March 13, 2021, at 7 p.m. local time. The discussion will cover the company's development pipeline, including its new Antibody Drug Conjugate program and collaborations with cancer centers. Lantern is advancing its genomically-targeted cancer therapeutics through its proprietary RADR® A.I. platform, aiming to improve patient outcomes.