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Seres Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRB) is a clinical-stage live biotherapeutics company that regularly issues news about its microbiome-based drug programs, regulatory interactions, and corporate developments. The company focuses on oral live biotherapeutics for medically vulnerable patient populations, particularly adults undergoing allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (allo-HSCT) and other high-risk groups.
News about Seres often centers on its lead investigational candidate SER-155, including Phase 1b clinical data showing a significant reduction in bacterial bloodstream infections, systemic antibiotic exposure, and febrile neutropenia in allo-HSCT patients compared with placebo. Updates also cover regulatory designations for SER-155, such as Breakthrough Therapy and Fast Track status, and detailed feedback from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on the design of a planned Phase 2 study.
Investors and followers of MCRB can expect announcements on clinical trial progress, investigator-sponsored studies in areas like immune checkpoint inhibitor–related enterocolitis, and research presentations at major medical meetings. Seres also issues press releases on mechanistic publications for its live biotherapeutics, including VOWST™, and on data generated from its MbTx® platform that support its broader live biotherapeutic strategy.
In addition to R&D updates, Seres publishes news on cost-reduction actions, cash runway expectations, leadership changes, and efforts to secure capital or partnerships to advance its pipeline. For those tracking MCRB, this news feed provides a centralized view of program milestones, scientific data, regulatory interactions, and corporate actions that shape the company’s live biotherapeutics portfolio.
Seres Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRB) announced that the FDA has approved the IND application for SER-155, an investigational microbiome therapeutic aimed at reducing gastrointestinal infections in immunocompromised patients. The Phase 1b study will include around 70 patients to assess the safety and efficacy of SER-155 in preventing infections and graft-versus-host disease (GvHD) post-allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). SER-155 has potential to significantly impact treatment outcomes for patients facing serious antibiotic-resistant infections.
Seres Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRB) announced participation in two upcoming investor conferences: the Jefferies Virtual Healthcare Conference on June 1, 2021, at 2:30 p.m. ET and the Goldman Sachs 42nd Annual Global Healthcare Conference on June 8, 2021, at 11:20 a.m. ET. An audio webcast of both presentations will be available on Seres’ website for 21 days post-event. Seres specializes in microbiome therapeutics, with notable programs like SER-109 for recurrent C. difficile infections, awarded Breakthrough Therapy designation by the FDA.
Seres Therapeutics (Nasdaq: MCRB) announced compelling results from the Phase 3 ECOSPOR III study of SER-109, a microbiome therapy for recurrent C. difficile infection (rCDI). The final 24-week data revealed a recurrence rate of 21.3% for SER-109 compared to 47.3% for placebo, showcasing a 54% relative risk reduction (p 0.001). The safety profile was comparable to placebo, reinforcing SER-109's potential as a first-in-class treatment. Clinical data will be presented during Digestive Disease Week 2021, alongside advancements in SER-287 and SER-301 for ulcerative colitis.
Seres Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRB) has appointed David Arkowitz as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective June 1, 2021. Arkowitz brings over 30 years of experience in finance and operations from notable companies in the biotech sector, enhancing Seres' leadership team amid its pivotal SER-109 program approaching BLA submission. The company is focused on developing microbiome therapeutics, with SER-109 showing promise for recurrent C. difficile infection. The firm has received Breakthrough Therapy and Orphan Drug designations from the FDA.
Seres Therapeutics (MCRB) announced the presentation of early-stage clinical research at the ASCO Annual Meeting from June 4-8, 2021. The oral presentation will focus on microbiome diversity in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, while a poster presentation will assess microbiome composition in relation to cancer treatment responses. The findings aim to enhance the understanding of microbiome therapeutics and their role in improving cancer treatment outcomes and reducing antibiotic-resistant infections.
Seres Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRB) will participate in a panel discussion at the RBC Capital Markets 2021 Global Healthcare Conference on May 18 at 4:15 p.m. ET. A live audio webcast can be accessed on their website under the 'Investors and News' section, with a replay available for 21 days post-event. Seres Therapeutics is pioneering microbiome therapeutics with its SER-109 program, showing promising results for recurrent C. difficile infection, and has received Breakthrough Therapy and Orphan Drug designations from the FDA. The company is also advancing programs for ulcerative colitis and gastrointestinal infections.
Seres Therapeutics (Nasdaq: MCRB) announced its participation in the virtual Digestive Disease Week (DDW) from May 21-23, 2021, showcasing its microbiome drug development. The company will present findings on investigational therapies SER-109, SER-287, and SER-301 aimed at treating recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection and ulcerative colitis. CDI poses a significant healthcare burden in the U.S., costing about $6.3 billion annually. Seres aims to address the urgent need for effective treatments, with SER-109 receiving FDA Breakthrough Therapy and Orphan Drug designations.
Seres Therapeutics (MCRB) reported a net loss of $35.5 million in Q1 2021, an increase from $19.9 million in Q1 2020. The rise in losses stemmed from increased clinical and development expenses, totaling $29.3 million in R&D for the quarter. Despite financial losses, the company continues to progress in its clinical pipeline, with the SER-287 Phase 2b study fully enrolled and results expected mid-2021, while SER-109 shows promising outcomes from its Phase 3 study. Seres ended the quarter with $272.5 million in cash and investments.
Seres Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRB) will host a conference call on May 4, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss its Q1 2021 results and provide a business update. The call can be accessed at 844-277-9450 (domestic) and 336-525-7139 (international) using conference ID 9967338. The company is known for its microbiome therapeutics, particularly the SER-109 program, which has received FDA's Breakthrough Therapy and Orphan Drug designations for treating recurrent C. difficile infection. Its SER-287 and SER-301 programs are also advancing through clinical trials.
Seres Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRB) will have President and CEO Eric Shaff present at the Jefferies Microbiome-Based Therapeutics Summit on April 22, 2021. The presentation will be pre-recorded and accessible on Seres' website at 8:00 a.m. ET on the same day, remaining available for 21 days. Seres is known for its groundbreaking work in microbiome therapies, including the SER-109 program, which targets recurrent C. difficile infections and has received Breakthrough Therapy designation from the FDA. The company is also advancing several other therapeutic candidates for gastrointestinal diseases.