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Vaxart, Inc. develops oral recombinant pill vaccines based on a proprietary delivery platform. The clinical-stage biotechnology company’s programs include vaccine candidates for coronavirus, norovirus and influenza, as well as a therapeutic human papillomavirus vaccine as its first immune-oncology indication. Its pill-based vaccines are designed for oral administration, storage and shipping without refrigeration, and avoidance of needle-stick risk.
Vaxart news centers on clinical data and scientific publications, business updates, financial results, financing arrangements, collaborations, intellectual property around adenovirus and TLR3 agonist oral vaccination technology, and governance changes as the company advances its oral vaccine pipeline.
Vaxart (Nasdaq: VXRT) announced that its founder and chief scientific officer, Sean Tucker, Ph.D., will present at the virtual World Vaccine Congress from May 4-6, 2021. The presentation, titled Vaxart oral COVID-19 vaccine; hold the ice and the needles, focuses on the company’s innovative oral tablet vaccine designed to combat COVID-19 without refrigeration. This congress is a premier event covering the entire vaccine value chain, highlighting scientific advancements and collaborations.
Vaxart, a clinical-stage biotechnology company, announced a webinar on May 3, 2021, discussing T-cell responses in COVID-19 vaccines, featuring Dr. Mark Davis from Stanford University. This event comes amid concerns over new COVID-19 variants and aims to highlight the potential of T-cell engagement alongside antibody production.
Vaxart will present new data from its Phase I trial for its VXA-CoV2-1 vaccine, which suggests it may offer protection against emerging strains. This data could play a significant role in vaccine efficacy against variants.
Vaxart, Inc. (Nasdaq: VXRT) announced the appointment of Dr. David Wheadon to its Board of Directors, leveraging his extensive experience in global health policy and regulatory affairs. Dr. Wheadon, previously at AstraZeneca, aims to guide Vaxart as it advances its oral vaccine portfolio, including a COVID-19 candidate set for Phase 2 trials. Vaxart’s innovative tablet vaccines promise to simplify vaccination logistics, reducing the need for refrigeration and needle use. This strategic addition to the board is expected to enhance Vaxart's leadership and development capabilities.
Nearly 19 million Americans who currently refuse vaccines would consider vaccination if offered a pill option, according to a Vaxart commissioned poll. Conducted by Quadrant Strategies, the survey indicates that 70% of respondents prefer a pill over injection. The potential impact includes improving vaccination rates among underrepresented minority groups. Vaxart has completed Phase 1 of its oral COVID-19 vaccine, achieving necessary safety and immunogenicity endpoints. The findings emphasize the need for alternatives to needle injections to enhance public health efforts.
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., March 04, 2021 – Vaxart, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on oral recombinant vaccines, announced its participation in the H.C. Wainwright Global Life Sciences Conference, scheduled for March 9-10, 2021. The presentation will be available on-demand starting at 7 a.m. ET on March 9 through the conference portal and on Vaxart’s website afterward. Vaxart is developing several oral vaccines targeting coronavirus, Norovirus, seasonal influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and human papillomavirus (HPV), aiming to revolutionize vaccine delivery and storage.
Vaxart, Inc. plans to advance its oral COVID-19 vaccine candidate, VXA-CoV2-1, to Phase 2 testing in Q2 2021. The company reported a cash balance of $126.9 million as of December 31, 2020, reflecting significant capital influx from various funding sources. The fourth-quarter revenue was $356,000, down from $3.9 million in 2019, primarily due to a drop in royalty revenue. The net loss for Q4 2020 was $13.9 million, with R&D expenses increasing to $8.6 million driven by COVID-19 vaccine developments. A strategic conference call is scheduled for March 2, 2021.
Vaxart, a clinical-stage biotechnology company, will host a conference call and business update on March 2, 2021, at 4:30 PM ET. The company specializes in developing oral recombinant vaccines that are tablet-administered rather than injected. Vaxart aims to create vaccines for various diseases, including coronavirus, Norovirus, and seasonal influenza, using a proprietary delivery platform that eliminates the need for refrigeration. This innovative approach also reduces the risk of needle-stick injuries.
Vaxart, Inc. (NASDAQ: VXRT) announced preliminary results from its Phase 1 study of the oral COVID-19 vaccine candidate, VXA-CoV2-1. The study met its primary endpoint of safety and secondary endpoint of immunogenicity, showing potent CD8+ T-cell responses. The vaccine demonstrated potential protection against new COVID-19 variants by including both Spike and N proteins. Results from 495 subjects indicated no severe adverse events, and mild gastrointestinal reactions were the most common. Vaxart plans to advance the vaccine into Phase II studies.
Vaxart (NASDAQ: VXRT) announced findings from a study published in the American Journal of Preventative Medicine, revealing economic advantages of a potential norovirus vaccine. A computational model indicated that a vaccine priced up to $1,300 could yield cost savings for children under 5, while one costing up to $100 could be cost-effective for older adults. The study highlights norovirus's impact on public health, projecting significant reductions in symptomatic cases through vaccination. Vaxart plans to initiate three clinical trials in 2021.
Vaxart, a clinical-stage biotechnology company, announced new pre-clinical data showing its oral COVID-19 vaccine significantly reduced lung inflammation in hamster models. Published in Nature Medicine, the study highlighted a substantial reduction in viral load and robust antibody responses. CEO Andrei Floroiu emphasized the vaccine's room-temperature stability, enhancing transport and storage. Phase I trial data is anticipated next week. The selected vaccine candidate also targets the nucleocapsid protein, potentially improving cross-protection.