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Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. develops and commercializes therapies for serious rare and ultra-rare genetic diseases. Company news commonly covers revenue from approved medicines such as Crysvita, Dojolvi, and Mepsevii, financial guidance, and updates to a portfolio of approved therapies and product candidates for diseases with high unmet medical need and clear biology.
Recurring developments include FDA interactions and clinical data for investigational programs such as UX111 for Sanfilippo syndrome type A, GTX-102 for Angelman syndrome, UX016 for GNE myopathy, and AAV gene therapy candidates for rare metabolic disorders. Updates also include healthcare conference participation, employment inducement equity grants under Nasdaq rules, and corporate restructuring or expense-management actions when disclosed.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ: RARE) plans to host a conference call on November 2, 2021, at 5 PM ET, to discuss its financial results and corporate update for Q3 2021. The live call can be accessed by phone or via webcast through the company's website. Ultragenyx focuses on developing therapies for rare genetic diseases and has established a diverse portfolio of approved medicines. The company emphasizes efficient drug development to meet urgent patient needs.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical (NASDAQ: RARE) announced that CEO Emil D. Kakkis will present at the Jefferies Gene Therapy/Editing Summit on October 28, 2021, at 3:30 PM ET. The presentation will focus on the company's commitment to developing therapies for rare and ultra-rare genetic diseases. A live and archived webcast of the event will be available on Ultragenyx's website, with replays accessible for 90 days. The company prioritizes efficient drug development to meet the urgent needs of patients lacking effective treatment options.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ: RARE) announced the successful screening and enrollment of patients for its pivotal Phase 1/2/3 study of UX701, an innovative gene therapy for treating Wilson disease. This seamless study design will evaluate the therapy's safety and efficacy in patients currently receiving standard care. Following a structured 52-week period, primary efficacy endpoints include changes in urinary copper concentration and reductions in standard care medication. UX701 aims to address significant unmet needs in a condition affecting over 50,000 individuals in developed countries.
The first patient has been dosed in a Phase 1/2 study for GTX-102, targeting Angelman syndrome, by GeneTx and Ultragenyx (NASDAQ: RARE). The study involves multiple-dose, dose-escalating administration to evaluate safety and efficacy across various patient domains. Preliminary updates will be available by year-end, with complete data expected in mid-2022. GTX-102 aims to reactivate the paternal UBE3A allele, potentially improving neurological symptoms. The study design includes specific dosing for different age cohorts, based on prior successful trials.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ: RARE) announced the grant of non-qualified stock options for 8,620 shares and 2,880 restricted stock units to a newly hired non-executive officer. This award, approved by the company's compensation committee, is part of the Ultragenyx Employment Inducement Plan, effective October 1, 2021. The stock options have a ten-year term with an exercise price of $87.80, equal to the stock's closing price on the grant date. The restricted stock units vest over four years, promoting long-term employment alignment.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical (NASDAQ: RARE) announced that new data on Crysvita® for X-linked hypophosphatemia (XLH) and UX143 (setrusumab) for osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) will be presented at the ASBMR 2021 Annual Meeting from October 1-4 in San Diego. Key presentations include oral sessions on neurological manifestations of XLH and the Phase 2b ASTEROID study results for setrusumab. The conference will also feature real-time virtual access. Crysvita is indicated for treating XLH in patients aged six months and older, showcasing significant advancements in rare disease therapies.
GeneTx Biotherapeutics and Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical (NASDAQ: RARE) announced the FDA's removal of the clinical hold on GTX-102, an experimental treatment for Angelman syndrome. This allows GeneTx to commence dosing naïve pediatric patients in a Phase 1/2 study. The trial aims to evaluate the drug's safety and effectiveness, enrolling eight patients aged 4 to 8 years in the U.S. The therapy targets the UBE3A gene, which is crucial for brain function and is absent in individuals with Angelman syndrome. There are currently no approved treatments for this condition.
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. (NASDAQ: RARE) announced that CEO Emil D. Kakkis will present at the Morgan Stanley 19th Annual Healthcare Conference on September 14, 2021, at 4:15 PM ET. The presentation will be available via a live and archived webcast on the company’s website, with the replay accessible for 90 days. Ultragenyx focuses on developing therapies for serious rare and ultra-rare genetic diseases, emphasizing novel products with high unmet medical needs. The company aims for efficient drug development to deliver urgent solutions to patients.
On September 1, 2021, Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical (NASDAQ: RARE) announced that CEO Emil D. Kakkis will speak at Citi's 16th Annual BioPharma Healthcare Conference on September 9, 2021, at 4:10 PM ET. The panel, titled Finding a Needle in a Haystack - Drug Development Strategies for Rare Disease, focuses on innovative approaches to developing therapies for rare genetic conditions. A live and archived webcast of the presentation will be available on the company's website for 90 days.
Ultragenyx is committed to addressing unmet medical needs in rare diseases through efficient drug development.
Dojolvi has been approved by Brazil's National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) for treatment of long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders (LC-FAOD), marking an essential therapeutic advance for patients. This decision is crucial for managing LC-FAOD, which affects 8,000 to 14,000 individuals in developed countries, leading to severe health complications. Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. aims to secure reimbursement to enhance patient access. The drug is already FDA-approved and available through early access programs outside the U.S.