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Pliant Therapeutics, Inc. reports clinical and corporate developments for a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on integrin-based therapeutics. Its lead program, PLN-101095, is an oral small-molecule dual-selective inhibitor of αvβ8 and αvβ1 integrins being developed for solid tumors, including immune checkpoint inhibitor-refractory advanced or metastatic disease.
Company updates commonly cover Phase 1 and Phase 1b oncology data, scientific-conference presentations, combination studies with pembrolizumab, financial results, and healthcare investor-conference participation. Pliant also describes preclinical platform work using integrin receptor-binding molecules for tissue-specific delivery and internalization of drug payloads, including programs directed to skeletal muscle cells, adipocytes, and renal cells.
Pliant Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLRX), a biotechnology company focused on fibrosis treatments, will participate in the 2021 BTIG Virtual Biotechnology Conference from August 9-10, 2021. The company's CEO, Bernard Coulie, will engage in a fireside chat on August 10 at 3:30 p.m. EST. Pliant's lead candidate, PLN-74809, is an oral therapy for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and primary sclerosing cholangitis, having received Orphan Drug Designation from the FDA. The company is also advancing treatments for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis through partnerships and has additional preclinical oncology and muscular dystrophy programs.
Pliant Therapeutics (PLRX) provided a corporate update and first quarter financial results on May 10, 2021. The company’s PLN-74809 Phase 2a trials in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) are on track for enrollment completion by late 2021 and first half of 2022, respectively. The trial aims to evaluate safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics. Q1 2021 reported a net loss of $22.9 million, a decline from a net income of $11 million in Q1 2020. As of March 31, 2021, cash reserves stood at $264.1 million, sufficient to support operations into 2023.
Pliant Therapeutics (PLRX), a clinical stage biotechnology firm, announced its participation in the virtual 2021 RBC Capital Markets Global Healthcare Conference on May 18-19, 2021. CEO Bernard Coulie will engage in a fireside chat on May 18 at 4:15 p.m. EDT, alongside the senior management team for one-on-one meetings with investors. The session will be accessible for 90 days on the company’s website. Pliant focuses on developing therapies for fibrosis, with its leading candidate PLN-74809 showing promise for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and primary sclerosing cholangitis.
Pliant Therapeutics, a clinical stage biotechnology company, will participate in the 20th Annual Needham Healthcare Conference from April 12-15, 2021. CEO Bernard Coulie will join a fireside chat with analyst Joseph Stringer on April 13, 2021, at 12:45 p.m. EDT. The event will be accessible via their website's Investors & Media page and will be available for 90 days. Pliant is focused on novel therapies for fibrosis, with candidates PLN-74809 and PLN-1474 in development for IPF, PSC, and liver fibrosis related to NASH.
Pliant Therapeutics (Nasdaq: PLRX) has resumed its PLN-74809 Phase 2a PET imaging trial, with preliminary results expected in the first half of 2021. The company reported strong progress in their Phase 2a trials for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), anticipated to complete enrollment by late 2021 and early 2022, respectively. Financially, R&D expenses rose to $17.9 million, leading to a net loss of $19.0 million, while cash reserves stood at $276.9 million, sufficient for operations into 2023.
Pliant Therapeutics (Nasdaq: PLRX) announced the successful completion of the Phase 1 trial for PLN-1474, a selective integrin αvβ1 inhibitor aimed at treating nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) with liver fibrosis. The trial, involving 84 healthy volunteers, demonstrated the drug's rapid absorption and tolerability without significant adverse effects. Following the trial, PLN-1474 is now under the stewardship of Novartis, per their 2019 Collaboration and License Agreement, which includes significant milestone payments and royalties for Pliant.
Pliant Therapeutics, a clinical stage biotechnology company focused on fibrosis treatment, has announced participation in key virtual investor events. Management will take part in the Cowen 41st Annual Health Care Conference from March 1-4, 2021, with a panel discussion led by President and CEO Bernard Coulie on March 1 at 10:30 a.m. ET. Additionally, they will engage with investors on March 17 during Citi's 2021 Winter West Coast Biotech Virtual Bus Tour. Pliant's lead drug candidate is PLN-74809, targeting idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and primary sclerosing cholangitis.
Pliant Therapeutics (Nasdaq: PLRX) announced the appointment of Dr. David Pyott to its Board of Directors, strengthening its leadership as the company advances its clinical stage portfolio. Dr. Pyott, former Chairman and CEO of Allergan, brings over 30 years of pharmaceutical experience, transforming Allergan into a global leader. He aims to support Pliant in developing innovative treatments for fibrosis. Pliant's lead candidate, PLN-74809, targets idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and primary sclerosing cholangitis, with ongoing Phase 2a trials.
Pliant Therapeutics (Nasdaq: PLRX) has appointed Gregory P. Cosgrove, M.D., as Vice President of Clinical Development. Dr. Cosgrove will spearhead the strategic execution of the Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) clinical development program for PLN-74809, a dual selective inhibitor currently in Phase 2a trials. His extensive experience in pulmonary fibrosis research is expected to enhance Pliant's clinical efforts. PLN-74809 has received Orphan Drug Designation from the FDA for both IPF and primary sclerosing cholangitis.
Pliant Therapeutics (Nasdaq: PLRX) announced its participation in the Piper Sandler 32nd Annual Healthcare Conference from December 1-3, 2020. The company will feature a fireside chat with CEO Bernard Coulie on November 23, 2020, at 10:00 AM ET, available on their website. Pliant focuses on developing therapies for fibrosis, with lead candidate PLN-74809 in Phase 2a trials for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and primary sclerosing cholangitis. The session will be archived for 90 days post-event.