Schrödinger to Present at Jefferies London Healthcare Conference

Schrödinger to Present at Jefferies London Healthcare Conference




Schrödinger to Present at Jefferies London Healthcare Conference

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Schrödinger, Inc. (Nasdaq: SDGR) today announced that management will participate in a fireside chat at the Jefferies London Healthcare Conference. The live presentation will take place on Wednesday, November 19, at 4:00 p.m. GMT (11:00 a.m. ET).


The live webcast can be accessed in the “Investors” section of Schrödinger’s website and will be archived for approximately 90 days following the event.

About Schrödinger

Schrödinger is transforming molecular discovery with its computational platform, which enables the discovery of novel, highly optimized molecules for drug development and materials design. Schrödinger’s software platform is built on more than 30 years of R&D investment and is licensed by biotechnology, pharmaceutical and industrial companies, and academic institutions around the world. Schrödinger also leverages the platform to advance a portfolio of collaborative and internal programs. Founded in 1990, Schrödinger has approximately 800 employees operating from 15 locations globally. To learn more, visit www.schrodinger.com, follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram, or visit our blog, Extrapolations.com.

Contacts

Matthew Luchini (Investors)

Schrödinger, Inc.

matthew.luchini@schrodinger.com
917-719-0636

Allie Nicodemo (Media)

Schrödinger, Inc.

allie.nicodemo@schrodinger.com
617-356-2325

MaaT Pharma Presents Updated Preclinical Data at SITC Annual Meeting Demonstrating Immune Activation and Anti-Tumor Activity of MaaT034

MaaT Pharma Presents Updated Preclinical Data at SITC Annual Meeting Demonstrating Immune Activation and Anti-Tumor Activity of MaaT034




MaaT Pharma Presents Updated Preclinical Data at SITC Annual Meeting Demonstrating Immune Activation and Anti-Tumor Activity of MaaT034

LYON, France–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$MAAT #ASH–Regulatory News:


MaaT Pharma (EURONEXT: MAAT – the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company and a leader in the development of Microbiome Ecosystem TherapiesTM (MET) dedicated to enhancing survival for patients with cancer through immune modulation, today announced the presentation of updated preclinical data for MaaT034, its next generation drug candidate to be evaluated to improve patient responses to immunotherapy in combination with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors at the 40th  Society for Immunotherapy Cancer Annual Meeting in National Harbor, MD held  from November 5 to 9, 2025.  The SITC Annual Meeting is one of the world’s leading scientific and medical conferences focused on cancer immunotherapy. The dataset demonstrates compelling anti-tumor efficacy results and immune activation in germ-free mouse models. New analyses of multi-omic data from these models amplify the results previously presented at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting in April 2025.

MaaT034, the first-in-class co-cultured full ecosystem product, is designed to optimize intestinal microbiome functions and improve patient responses to immunotherapy in combination with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors (ICIs). MaaT034 is part of the Company’s MET-C platform, which leverages AI-driven co-culture technology to create donor-independent synthetic microbiome ecosystems at industrial scale, targeting specific disease indications.

To guide further development of MaaT034 in immuno-oncology, and in addition to its preclinical program, MaaT Pharma is also participating in two exploratory, investigator-sponsored clinical trials evaluating its donor-derived drug candidates (MaaT013 and MaaT033), respectively in metastatic melanoma and in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Key findings from the presentation at SITC include:

  • Metagenomic analysis shows that MaaT034 successfully engrafts in the gut of germ-free mice and reproduces the microbial functions of native-based microbiome ecosystems.
  • MaaT034 improves dendritic cell (DC)-mediated T cell activation and potentiates anti-tumor effects mediated by anti-PD-1 checkpoint blockade in vitro.
  • 70% of MaaT034 microbial species engraft in mice, ensuring an enduring presence of beneficial bacteria in the gut environment. In human FMT studies, the level of engraftment is significantly associated with positive clinical outcomes across multiple indications, as shown by a recent comprehensive meta-analysis1.
  • MaaT034 increases the production of key microbial-derived metabolites such as short-chain fatty acids, secondary bile acids, and tryptophan metabolites in germ-free mice. This translates into an improved gastrointestinal physiology as evidenced by gut mucosal restoration.
  • MaaT034 optimizes anti-PD1 mediated activity in tumor-bearing, germ-free mice. While anti-PD1 alone reduced tumor growth by 10%, the combination of anti-PD1 and MaaT034 resulted in a 83.7% tumor growth reduction (compared to a 24.2% reduction when using a single strain of Akkermansia muciniphila2 bacteria). These results demonstrate that improved tumor control is achieved with anti-PD1 in combination with MaaT034, as compared to PD-1 alone or in combination with a reference single bacterial strain.

“With MaaT034, we are entering a new phase in our drug platform development, one that leverages our deep experience in the development of complex microbiome therapies and cutting-edge computational analysis to build a next-generation drug candidate capable of enhancing patient response to immunotherapy,” said Sheri Simmons, PhD, Acting Chief Scientific Officer, MaaT Pharma. “These findings strongly support advancing our donor-independent, synthetic microbiome therapy and we look forward to bringing MaaT034 into clinical development.”

Details of poster presentation:

  • Abstract number: 1150
  • Title: MaaT034, a new co-cultured microbiome ecosystem therapy candidate, potentiates anti-PD1 mediated antitumoral activity in germ-free mice
  • Presentation Day: Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025
  • Primary Category: Microbiome and Other Environmental Factors

Upcoming investor and medical conferences participation

  • November 19-21, 2025 – Société Francophone de Greffe de Moelle et de Thérapie Cellulaire (SFGM-TC) annual meeting in Geneva, Switzerland
  • November 25, 2025 – Investir Day event in Paris, France
  • December 6-9, 2025 – 67th American Society of Hematology (ASH) annual meeting in Orlando, Fl, USA

About MaaT034

MaaT034, currently in preclinical development, is a next-generation donor-independent full ecosystem synthetic microbiome therapy, dedicated to improving patient responses to immunotherapy in combination with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors. Developed using the Company’s co-culturing proprietary MET-C platform, MaaT034 is optimized for large-scale production in oncology. Previous presented preclinical data showed that MaaT034 produced key metabolites, recognized as promoting gut barrier restoration and modulating immune responses, such as Short-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFA), secondary bile acids, and tryptophan derivatives. These data support the role of MaaT034 in gut barrier repair and in T cell reactivation either in combination with anti-PD1 or with anti-PD-L1.  By enhancing gut barrier repair and modulating immune responses, MaaT034 is expected to complement the action of these immunotherapeutic agents, potentially improving their efficacy in treating solid tumors cancer.

About MaaT Pharma

MaaT Pharma is a leading, late-stage clinical company focused on developing innovative gut microbiome-driven therapies to modulate the immune system and enhance cancer patient survival. Supported by a talented team committed to making a difference for patients worldwide, the Company was founded in 2014 and is based in Lyon, France. As a pioneer, MaaT Pharma is leading the way in bringing the first microbiome-driven immunomodulator in oncology. Using its proprietary pooling and co-cultivation technologies, MaaT Pharma develops high diversity, standardized drug candidates, aiming at extending life of cancer patients. MaaT Pharma has been listed on Euronext Paris (ticker: MAAT) since 2021.

Forward-looking Statements

All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this press release about future events are subject to (i) change without notice and (ii) factors beyond the Company’s control. These statements may include, without limitation, any statements preceded by, followed by, or including words such as “target,” “believe,” “expect,” “aim”, “intend,” “may,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “plan,” “project,” “will,” “can have,” “likely,” “should,” “would,” “could” and other words and terms of similar meaning or the negative thereof. Forward-looking statements are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties beyond the Company’s control that could cause the Company’s actual results or performance to be materially different from the expected results or performance expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.

1 Ianiro, G., Punčochář, M., Karcher, N. et al. Variability of strain engraftment and predictability of microbiome composition after fecal microbiota transplantation across different diseases. Nat Med 28, 1913–1923 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41591-022-01964-3
2 Akkermansia muciniphila is a commensal bacterium naturally present in large quantities in the gut microbiota of healthy people.

Contacts

MaaT Pharma – Investor Relations
Guilhaume DEBROAS, Ph.D.

Head of Investor Relations

+33 6 16 48 92 50

invest@maat-pharma.com

MaaT Pharma – Media Relations
Pauline RICHAUD

Senior PR & Corporate Communications Manager

+33 6 14 06 45 92

media@maat-pharma.com

Catalytic Agency – U.S. Media Relations
Heather Shea

Media relations for MaaT Pharma

+1 617-286-2013

heather.shea@catalyticagency.com

Galderma Receives U.S. FDA Approval for Restylane® Lyft™ for the Enhancement of the Chin Profile

Galderma Receives U.S. FDA Approval for Restylane® Lyft™ for the Enhancement of the Chin Profile




Galderma Receives U.S. FDA Approval for Restylane® Lyft™ for the Enhancement of the Chin Profile

  • This approval is based on results showing the safety and effectiveness of Restylane Lyft in enhancing the chin profile, with high patient satisfaction and long-lasting results1,2
  • Restylane Lyft is the only hyaluronic acid (HA) injectable approved to treat the midface, facial folds and wrinkles, back of hands and the chin, with consistent results observed across diverse patient types1,2
  • Galderma’s Restylane portfolio, including Restylane Lyft, is supported by decades of clinical evidence and real patient experiences with over 77 million treatments delivered worldwide3,4

ZUG, Switzerland–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Galderma (SIX: GALD), the pure-play dermatology category leader, today announced that the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Restylane Lyft with Lidocaine for augmentation of the chin region to improve the chin profile in patients over the age of 21 with mild-to-moderate chin retrusion.2 Restylane Lyft is a versatile HA injectable with over 20 years of worldwide safety data, which is also approved to treat the midface, facial folds and wrinkles (such as nasolabial folds) and back of hands.2,3,4


The Restylane portfolio offers a versatile range of HA injectables, from soft and flexible to firm gel formulations, empowering practitioners to deliver personalized aesthetic outcomes.5-8 Restylane Lyft, developed with NASHA® technology, has a firmer gel with minimal modification, closely resembling the skin’s natural HA.9,10 With its high G-prime (a measure of firmness), Restylane Lyft is specifically designed to provide structure and support, enabling it to enhance the chin for a balanced profile.2,5,11

 

“This approval reinforces our commitment to advancing our Injectable Aesthetics portfolio – the broadest on the market – to meet the diverse needs of patients. By expanding how innovations like Restylane Lyft can be used, we aim to empower aesthetic practitioners to achieve their patients’ unique aesthetic goals with enhanced flexibility and precision.”

 

BILL ANDRIOPOULOS, PHD

VICE PRESIDENT OF MEDICAL AFFAIRS

GALDERMA U.S.

 

 

The approval is based on results from a pivotal clinical trial, confirming the clinical performance and safety of Restylane Lyft for chin enhancement.1,2 The primary endpoint of the study was met, demonstrating its safety and effectiveness in improving chin projection three months after initial injection, with improvement sustained in the majority of patients through 12 months.1 Additional results showed:1

  • Global aesthetic improvement, as assessed by both patients and investigators, remained consistently high throughout the study. At Month 3, 99.1% of investigators and 94.5% of subjects reported visible improvement. These results were maintained at Month 12, with 95.4% of investigators and 89.0% of patients continuing to report positive outcomes
  • At the end of the study (Month 12), a high proportion of patients agreed or strongly agreed that Restylane Lyft delivered natural-looking chin projection, improved the appearance of the lower face, and provided a smooth transition from chin to jawline, with satisfaction rates up to 86.3%
  • Restylane Lyft was well tolerated, with no unexpected or serious adverse events related to the product reported during the study, reinforcing its favorable safety profile

 

“The chin plays a vital role in overall facial harmony. Restylane Lyft offers a safe and effective way to enhance this area, helping to bring balance and definition to the face. It’s already a trusted product in my clinic, supported by my own experience and over two decades of global safety data, so I’m pleased to now be able to also offer patients its benefits in the chin.”

 

ALIA S. BROWN, M.D. FAAD

ATLANTA BIOMEDICAL CLINICAL RESEARCH AND GEORGIA DERMATOLOGY PARTNERS

COSMETIC DERMATOLOGIST

 

 

Regulatory applications for Restylane Lyft for use on the chin will continue to be submitted and assessed by additional authorities globally. Galderma is working to bring this expanded indication to as many countries as possible.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Restylane Lyft with Lidocaine is indicated for deep implantation into the facial tissue for the correction of moderate-to-severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds, for cheek augmentation and for the correction of age-related midface contour deficiencies in patients over the age of 21. Restylane Lyft with Lidocaine is also indicated for injection into the dorsal hand to correct volume loss in patients over the age of 21. Restylane Lyft with Lidocaine is also indicated for injection into the mid-to-deep dermis (subcutaneous and/or supraperiosteal) for augmentation of the chin region to improve the chin profile in patients over the age of 21 with mild-to-moderate chin retrusion.

Restylane Lyft with Lidocaine contains traces of gram-positive bacterial protein and is contraindicated for patients with allergies to such material or for patients with severe allergies that have required in-hospital treatment. This product should not be used by people with bleeding disorders, with hypersensitivity to amide-type local anesthetics, such as lidocaine, or by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

The most common side effects reported in the clinical study to support approval of augmentation of the chin region included bruising, nodules, exfoliation, hemorrhage, edema, papules and redness. Patients also reported pain, tenderness, swelling, itching, and lumps/bumps.

Delayed-onset inflammation near the site of dermal filler injections is one of the known adverse events associated with dermal fillers, and cases have been reported to occur at the dermal filler treatment site following viral or bacterial illnesses or infections, vaccinations, or dental procedures. Typically, the reported inflammation was responsive to treatment or resolved on its own. Serious but rare side effects include delayed onset infections, recurrence of herpetic eruptions, superficial necrosis, and scarring at the injection site. Do not implant into blood vessels. Use with caution in patients recently treated with anticoagulant or platelet inhibitors to avoid bleeding and bruising.

Restylane Lyft with Lidocaine is only available through a licensed practitioner. Complete Instructions for Use are available here.

About the Restylane portfolio

Restylane hyaluronic acid (HA) injectables are designed differently to go beyond volumizing for natural-looking results.1,12-14 Our HA is exceptionally pure and our innovative manufacturing process preserves its biocompatibility while creating individual products designed for a specific purpose.9,10,15 Restylane’s unique technologies, NASHA HD, NASHA and OBT/XpresHAn are meaningfully designed to mimic the diverse range of facial structures and skin layers.12-14 With the highest G’ and highest flexibility, Restylane can provide structural support, natural expressions and a healthy glow.7,13,15-18 Trusted for almost three decades, our HA gels work in sync with your skin for 100% natural looking results.12,19,20

About Galderma

Galderma (SIX: GALD) is the pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body’s largest organ – the skin – meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. For more information: www.galderma.com.

References

  1. Galderma. Data on file. MA-60800. 43USCH2208 R Lyft Chin US Clinical Study Report.
  2. Restylane® Lyft. Instructions for Use. Available online. Galderma Laboratories, L.P., 2025.
  3. Galderma. Data on file. MA-57232 [Updated]. 77 Million treated.
  4. Galderma. Data on file. MA-55607. Restylane® 27 years data publications analysis.
  5. Galderma Data on file. MA-56724. X-strain and G’ including Shaype.
  6. Nikolis A, Humphrey S, Rivers JK, et al. Effectiveness and Safety of a New Hyaluronic Acid Injectable for Augmentation and Correction of Chin Retrusion. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024;23(4):255–261.
  7. Öhrlund Å, Winlöf P, Bromée T, et al. Differentiation of NASHA and OBT Hyaluronic Acid Gels According to Strength, Flexibility, and Associated Clinical Significance. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024;23(1):1332–1336.
  8. Belmontesi M, De Angelis F, Di Gregorio C, et al. Injectable Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid as a Skin Quality Booster: An Expert Panel Consensus. J Drugs Dermatol. 2018;17(1):83–88.
  9. Edsman K, Nord LI, Öhrlund Å, et al. Gel Properties of Hyaluronic Acid Dermal Fillers. Dermatol Surg. 2012;38:1170–1179.
  10. Galderma. Data on file. MA-58650. Degree of modification of HA fillers.
  11. Data on file. MA-34483. Study Report. Galderma Laboratories, L.P., 2021.
  12. Di Gregorio C, Avelar L, Lam S, et al. 25+ years of experience with the Restylane portfolio of injectable HA fillers for facial aesthetic treatment. E-poster presented at AMWC; March 27-29, 2024; Monaco.
  13. Nikolis A, Enright KM, Lazarova D, et al. The role of clinical examination in midface volume correction using hyaluronic acid fillers: should patients be stratified by skin thickness? Aesthet Surg J Open Forum. 2020; 2(1):1–12.
  14. Galderma. Data on file. Subject satisfaction (GAIS) – NASHA and OBT Fillers. 2021.
  15. Kablik J, Monheit GD, Yu LP, et al. Comparative physical properties of HA dermal fillers. Dermatol Surg. 2009; 35, 302–312.
  16. Bromée T, Öhrlund Å, Winlöf P, et al. A new hyaluronic acid injectable, HASHA, sets new G-prime standards. Abstract presented at AMWC 2025; Mar 27-29, 2025; Monaco.
  17. Narins RS, Brandt FS, Dayan SH, et al. Persistence of nasolabial fold correction with a HA dermal filler with retreatment: results of an 18-month extension study. Dermatol Surg. 2011;37: 644-650.
  18. Talarico S, Meski AP, Buratini L. et al. High patient satisfaction of a HA filler producing enduring full-facial volume restoration: an 18-month open multicenter study. Dermatol Surg. 2015;41: 1361–1369.
  19. Solish N, Bertucci V, Percec I, et al. Dynamics of HA fillers formulated to maintain natural facial expression. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2019;18(3): 738-746.
  20. Philipp‐Dormston WG, Schuster B, and Podda M. Perceived naturalness of facial expression after HA filler injection in nasolabial folds and lower face. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2020;19(7): 1600-1606.

Contacts

For further information:

Christian Marcoux, M.Sc.

Chief Communications Officer

christian.marcoux@galderma.com
+41 76 315 26 50

Richard Harbinson

Corporate Communications Director

richard.harbinson@galderma.com
+41 76 210 60 62

Céline Buguet

Franchises and R&D Communications Director

celine.buguet@galderma.com
+41 76 249 90 87

Emil Ivanov

Head of Strategy, Investor Relations, and ESG

emil.ivanov@galderma.com
+41 21 642 78 12

Jessica Cohen

Investor Relations and Strategy Director

jessica.cohen@galderma.com
+41 21 642 76 43

Innate Pharma Announces Conference Call and Webcast for Third Quarter 2025 Results and Business Updates

Innate Pharma Announces Conference Call and Webcast for Third Quarter 2025 Results and Business Updates




Innate Pharma Announces Conference Call and Webcast for Third Quarter 2025 Results and Business Updates

MARSEILLE, France–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#immunotherapy–Regulatory News:


Innate Pharma SA (Euronext Paris: IPH; Nasdaq: IPHA) (“Innate” or the “Company”) today announced that the Company will hold a conference call on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 2 p.m. CET / 8 a.m. ET, to give an update on business progress during the third quarter of 2025.

Participants during the call will be:

  • Jonathan Dickinson, Chief Executive Officer
  • Sonia Quaratino, Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer
  • Yannis Morel, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
  • Stéphanie Cornen, Vice President, Investor Relation, Communication and Commercial Strategy
  • Frédéric Lombard, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Details for the Virtual Event

The live webcast will be available at the following link: https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/424851735

Analysts may also join via telephone, click here to register.

This information can also be found on the Investors section of the Innate Pharma website, www.innate-pharma.com. A replay of the webcast will be available on the Company website for 90 days following the event.

About Innate Pharma

Innate Pharma S.A. is a global, clinical-stage biotechnology company developing immunotherapies for cancer patients. Leveraging its antibody-engineering expertise, the company has developed innovative therapeutic approaches, including monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADC) and multi-specific NK Cell Engagers through its proprietary ANKET® (Antibody-based NK cell Engager Therapeutics) platform.

Innate’s portfolio includes lacutamab, an anti-KIR3DL2 mAb developed in advanced forms of cutaneous T cell lymphomas and peripheral T cell lymphomas, IPH4502, a differentiated Nectin‑4 ADC in development in solid tumors, and monalizumab, an anti-NKG2A antibody developed in collaboration with AstraZeneca in non-small cell lung cancer.

Innate Pharma is a trusted partner to biopharmaceutical companies such as Sanofi and AstraZeneca, as well as renowned research institutions, working together to accelerate innovation, research and development for the benefit of patients.

Headquartered in Marseille, France with a US office in Rockville, MD, Innate Pharma is listed on Euronext Paris and Nasdaq in the US.

Learn more about Innate Pharma at www.innate-pharma.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Information about Innate Pharma shares

ISIN code

   

FR0010331421

Ticker code

   

Euronext: IPH Nasdaq: IPHA

LEI

   

9695002Y8420ZB8HJE29

Disclaimer on forward-looking information and risk factors

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements, including those within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The use of certain words, including “anticipate,” “believe,” “can,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “may,” “might,” “potential,” “expect” “should,” “will,” or the negative of these and similar expressions, is intended to identify forward-looking statements. Although the Company believes its expectations are based on reasonable assumptions, these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. These risks and uncertainties include, among other things, the uncertainties inherent in research and development, including related to safety, progression of and results from its ongoing and planned clinical trials and preclinical studies, review and approvals by regulatory authorities of its product candidates, the Company’s reliance on third parties to manufacture its product candidates, the Company’s commercialization efforts and the Company’s continued ability to raise capital to fund its development. For an additional discussion of risks and uncertainties, which could cause the Company’s actual results, financial condition, performance or achievements to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, please refer to the Risk Factors (“Facteurs de Risque”) section of the Universal Registration Document filed with the French Financial Markets Authority (“AMF”), which is available on the AMF website http://www.amf-france.org or on Innate Pharma’s website, and public filings and reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024, and subsequent filings and reports filed with the AMF or SEC, or otherwise made public by the Company. References to the Company’s website and the AMF website are included for information only and the content contained therein, or that can be accessed through them, are not incorporated by reference into, and do not constitute a part of, this press release.

In light of the significant uncertainties in these forward-looking statements, you should not regard these statements as a representation or warranty by the Company or any other person that the Company will achieve its objectives and plans in any specified time frame or at all. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

This press release and the information contained herein do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy or subscribe to shares in Innate Pharma in any country.

Contacts

For additional information, please contact:

Innate Pharma

Stéphanie Cornen

stephanie.cornen@innate-pharma.fr

Investor Relations
investors@innate-pharma.fr

Medias
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Radiant Biotherapeutics to Present New Data from Lead Oncology Program at SITC 2025 Annual Meeting

Radiant Biotherapeutics to Present New Data from Lead Oncology Program at SITC 2025 Annual Meeting




Radiant Biotherapeutics to Present New Data from Lead Oncology Program at SITC 2025 Annual Meeting

  • RBT-101, Radiant’s lead oncology program and 4-1BB agonist, demonstrated robust, durable and complete tumor regression without liver toxicity in MC38 colorectal mouse tumor model
  • Poster presentation scheduled on Friday, November 7, 2025

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Radiant Biotherapeutics, a biotechnology company committed to advancing a breakthrough antibody approach, the Multabody™, for a broad range of therapeutic areas, including cancer and infectious diseases, announced new data at the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) 40th Annual Meeting demonstrating its lead oncology candidate, RBT-101, exhibited robust, durable and complete tumor regression while avoiding liver toxicity, in a MC38 colorectal mouse tumor model.


Radiant’s proprietary Multabody™ technology uniquely harnesses natural mechanisms to effectively engage multiple disease targets with unmatched strength, precise tunability, and exceptional breadth. 4-1BB is a clinically validated immune checkpoint target that elicits potent anti-tumor immunity and enhanced T cell responses but has eluded safe and effective therapeutic targeting by traditional 4-1BB agonists due to systemic and Fc-mediated liver toxicity. Radiant has leveraged its Multabody™ platform to develop RBT-101, a multivalent 4-1BB agonist that does not rely on traditional antibody methods to enhance potency, binding strength or durability.

Key Highlights from SITC 2025 Poster Presentation:

  • RBT-101 achieved sustained complete tumor regression in MC38 colorectal mouse tumor model
  • RBT-101 demonstrated long-lived anti-tumor immunological memory; no detectable tumor growth was observed in mice that were re-challenged with MC38 tumor cells after previous successful treatment
  • RBT-101 demonstrated no signs of liver toxicity, in contrast to benchmark 4-1BB agonist urelumab

“Our data to be presented at SITC demonstrates that RBT-101 achieves what first-generation 4-1BB agonists could not – delivering robust anti-tumor activity without liver toxicity,” said Jo Hulme, Ph.D., CSO of Radiant. “This validates our Multabody platform’s potential to address a broad range of therapeutic targets while avoiding the inherent limitations of conventional antibody-based approaches, as RBT-101 drove potent, tunable and safe agonism of 4-1BB that more closely mimicked natural ligand biology. We look forward to the continued development of Multabodies as promising therapeutics in oncology and other disease areas.”

The poster, titled “Multabodies: A next-generation approach for cancer immunotherapy and 4-1BB agonist therapy,” will be presented onsite on Friday, November 7, 2025, and will also be available on the SITC virtual meeting platform beginning November 7 at 9 a.m. ET.

About Radiant Biotherapeutics

Radiant Biotherapeutics is a biotechnology company advancing breakthrough Multabody™ therapeutics that deliver unmatched strength, tunability, and breadth in a single molecule. The company’s proprietary platform leverages apoferritin scaffolding and sophisticated protein engineering to create antibodies with unprecedented therapeutic potential across a broad range of disease areas, including cancer and infectious diseases. The platform is compatible with standard antibody manufacturing processes, bringing flexibility, modularity and scalability. For more information, please visit radiantbio.com.

Contacts

Chris Brinzey

ICR Healthcare

Chris.Brinzey@icrhealthcare.com

Driven by Strong Demand, ImmunityBio Reports 467% Year-to-Date Unit Growth and $75 Million in Sales Year-to-Date, Up 434% from Q3 2024

Driven by Strong Demand, ImmunityBio Reports 467% Year-to-Date Unit Growth and $75 Million in Sales Year-to-Date, Up 434% from Q3 2024




Driven by Strong Demand, ImmunityBio Reports 467% Year-to-Date Unit Growth and $75 Million in Sales Year-to-Date, Up 434% from Q3 2024

  • Q3 2025 Revenue and Other Income Growth with Continued Strong Sales Momentum: $33.7 million of total revenue and other income, up from $26.4 million in Q2 2025.
  • Product Revenue: Up 434% in Q3 2025 versus Q3 2024, with year-to-date sales of $74.7 million.
  • ANKTIVA® Unit Growth: 467% unit sales volume growth in year-to-date 2025 compared to fiscal year 2024.
  • Cash Position: $257.8 million in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities as of September 30, 2025, up from $153.7 million as of June 30, 2025.
  • Glioblastoma: Early results from the first five recurrent glioblastoma patients treated with ANKTIVA plus the Optune Gio® device in combination with PD-L1 CAR-NK showed 100% disease control, including three responses (two near complete) and two cases of stable disease. Lymphocyte counts increased in all five patients. Based on these findings, ImmunityBio is initiating a randomized registration trial for second line GBM patients.
  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC): ImmunityBio has initiated enrollment in ResQ201A, a global, randomized Phase 3 study evaluating ANKTIVA in combination with TEVIMBRA® (BeOne) and docetaxel versus docetaxel alone in patients with checkpoint inhibitor-resistant NSCLC.
  • Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Early results from the Company’s QUILT.106 trial showed promising complete responses in the first two patients with late-stage Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia treated to date using its CD19 CAR-NK natural killer cell therapy.
  • Papillary NMIBC: The Company shared updated QUILT-3.032 trial data showing durable 36-month progression-free survival and bladder-sparing benefits of ANKTIVA plus Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG). In addition, ImmunityBio has applied to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) to seek expansion of the BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) guidelines to include papillary-only disease in addition to carcinoma in situ (CIS) with or without papillary tumors. The NCCN reviewed the submission at its August 2025 meeting, and the Company is awaiting their decision.
  • ANKTIVA Access Update: ANKTIVA selected as preferred drug of choice for NMIBC patients with CIS, with or without papillary tumors by a large medication contracting organization with ~80 million lives under management. The Company remains committed to patients through the expansion of the recombinant BCG (rBCG) early access program (EAP) and its copay assistance program with as low as $25 copay payments for qualifying patients.

CULVER CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX), a leading immunotherapy company, today announced its financial results for the fiscal quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2025.


In the third quarter of 2025, ImmunityBio reported $31.8 million of product revenue, representing a 434% increase from $6.0 million in the third quarter of 2024. This growth reflects continued commercial traction of ANKTIVA in combination with BCG in BCG-unresponsive NMIBC with CIS with or without papillary tumors. The first three quarters of 2025 sales totaling $74.7 million represents a 467% increase in unit volume during the first three quarters of 2025 versus the last three quarters of 2024. The Company ended the quarter with $257.8 million in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities as of September 30, 2025.

“We are pleased with the continued strong demand for ANKTIVA in NMIBC CIS. Unit sales grew nearly 6X year-to-date compared with full-year 2024, reflecting adoption both at leading research centers and in community urology clinics, including rural areas,” said Richard Adcock, President and CEO of ImmunityBio. “ANKTIVA’s total response rate continues to gain momentum with payors as it was recently added as the preferred drug in its indication by a large medication contracting organization covering ~80 million lives. Additionally, enrollment in the rBCG EAP nearly doubled this quarter, underscoring the urgent need to address the BCG shortage. On the clinical side of the business, our BCG-naïve study is enrolling well, and we are optimistic about the potential to expand ANKTIVA’s reach to an even broader population of bladder cancer patients in the near future.”

“We continue to achieve compelling results with the core components of our BioShield™ platform, demonstrated by sustained demand for ANKTIVA in bladder cancer and encouraging data this quarter showing its potential to reverse lymphopenia in non-small cell lung cancer,” said Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, Founder, Executive Chairman and Global Chief Scientific and Medical Officer, of ImmunityBio. “ANKTIVA also showed strong data in achieving disease control in glioblastoma, an extremely difficult to treat cancer. We are excited about the growth opportunities for our science and its potential to address many more unmet needs.”

Third-Quarter Ended September 30, 2025 Financial Summary and Comparison to Prior Year Quarter

Product Revenue, Net

Product revenue, net increased $25.8 million during the three months ended September 30, 2025, as compared to the three months ended September 30, 2024, due to an increase in sales of ANKTIVA, which was approved in April 2024.

Research and Development Expense

Research and development (R&D) expense increased $0.8 million to $51.2 million during the three months ended September 30, 2025, as compared to $50.4 million during the three months ended September 30, 2024. The increase was due to higher manufacturing costs and higher distribution costs driven by more production and clinical trial activities, and higher license fees, partially offset by fewer sponsored research agreements.

Selling, General and Administrative Expense

Selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expense increased $0.4 million to $36.3 million during the three months ended September 30, 2025, as compared to $35.9 million during the three months ended September 30, 2024. The increase was due to higher costs related to headcount, partially offset by lower costs related to litigation settlements and commercial consulting activities.

Net Loss Attributable to ImmunityBio Common Stockholders

Net loss attributable to ImmunityBio common stockholders was $67.3 million during the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $85.7 million during the three months ended September 30, 2024. The reduction of loss was primarily driven by increased product revenue and lower related-party interest expense, partially offset by an increase in interest expense related to the revenue interest liability, and changes in the fair value of warrant liabilities, a related-party convertible note and derivative liabilities.

Nine Months Ended September 30, 2025 Financial Summary and Comparison to Prior Year Nine Months

Product Revenue, Net

Product revenue, net increased $67.8 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2025, as compared to the nine months ended September 30, 2024, due to an increase in sales of ANKTIVA, which was approved in April 2024.

Research and Development Expense

R&D expense decreased $0.2 million to $154.7 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2025, as compared to $154.9 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2024. The decrease was mainly due to a reduction in outside service costs, CMO fees and drug materials purchased and used in manufacturing, partially offset by an increase in clinical trial costs and by higher manufacturing costs driven by increased production activities.

Selling, General and Administrative Expense

SG&A expense decreased $15.8 million to $111.3 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2025, as compared to $127.1 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2024. The decrease was primarily driven by lower costs related to litigation settlements and commercial consulting activities, partially offset by higher stock-based compensation expense, recruiting and training expenses, salaries, benefits and commissions, and travel expenses due to growing sales and marketing activities.

Net Loss Attributable to ImmunityBio Common Stockholders

Net loss attributable to ImmunityBio common stockholders was $289.5 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $354.4 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2024. This reduction of loss was primarily driven by increased product revenue, lower SG&A expense described above, lower related-party interest expense, and changes in the fair value of warrant liabilities, partially offset by changes in the fair value of derivative liabilities and a related-party convertible note, an increase in interest expense related to the revenue interest liability, and lower interest and investment income.

ImmunityBio, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations

 

 

Three Months Ended

September 30,

 

Nine Months Ended

September 30,

(Unaudited; in thousands, except per share amounts)

 

2025

 

 

 

2024

 

 

 

2025

 

 

 

2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revenue

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Product revenue, net

$

31,780

 

 

$

5,954

 

 

$

74,710

 

 

$

6,944

 

Other revenues

 

281

 

 

 

152

 

 

 

293

 

 

 

249

 

Total revenue

 

32,061

 

 

 

6,106

 

 

 

75,003

 

 

 

7,193

 

Operating costs and expenses

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cost of sales

 

177

 

 

 

 

 

 

371

 

 

 

 

Research and development

 

48,661

 

 

 

48,419

 

 

 

147,067

 

 

 

148,573

 

Research and development – related parties

 

2,571

 

 

 

2,024

 

 

 

7,635

 

 

 

6,350

 

Selling, general and administrative

 

35,508

 

 

 

35,091

 

 

 

109,347

 

 

 

125,121

 

Selling, general and administrative – related parties

 

774

 

 

 

825

 

 

 

1,927

 

 

 

1,931

 

Total operating costs and expenses

 

87,691

 

 

 

86,359

 

 

 

266,347

 

 

 

281,975

 

Loss from operations

 

(55,630

)

 

 

(80,253

)

 

 

(191,344

)

 

 

(274,782

)

Other income (expense), net:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest and investment income, net

 

2,067

 

 

 

1,798

 

 

 

4,107

 

 

 

6,788

 

Interest expense – related party

 

(15,256

)

 

 

(29,322

)

 

 

(46,043

)

 

 

(88,567

)

Change in fair value of warrant and derivative liabilities, and related-party convertible note

 

14,025

 

 

 

32,938

 

 

 

(16,438

)

 

 

30,306

 

Interest expense related to revenue interest liability

 

(12,302

)

 

 

(10,925

)

 

 

(39,241

)

 

 

(28,154

)

Interest expense

 

(26

)

 

 

 

 

 

(49

)

 

 

(32

)

Other (expense) income, net

 

(187

)

 

 

12

 

 

 

(506

)

 

 

(25

)

Total other expense, net

 

(11,679

)

 

 

(5,499

)

 

 

(98,170

)

 

 

(79,684

)

Loss before income taxes and noncontrolling interests

 

(67,309

)

 

 

(85,752

)

 

 

(289,514

)

 

 

(354,466

)

Income tax benefit

 

35

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net loss

 

(67,274

)

 

 

(85,752

)

 

 

(289,514

)

 

 

(354,466

)

Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests, net of tax

 

(21

)

 

 

(23

)

 

 

(60

)

 

 

(64

)

Net loss attributable to ImmunityBio common stockholders

$

(67,253

)

 

$

(85,729

)

 

$

(289,454

)

 

$

(354,402

)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net loss per ImmunityBio common share – basic

$

(0.07

)

 

$

(0.12

)

 

$

(0.32

)

 

$

(0.52

)

Net loss per ImmunityBio common share – diluted

$

(0.07

)

 

$

(0.14

)

 

$

(0.32

)

 

$

(0.53

)

Weighted-average number of common shares used in computing net loss per share – basic

 

946,601

 

 

 

695,895

 

 

 

896,335

 

 

 

685,261

 

Weighted-average number of common shares used in computing net loss per share – diluted

 

946,601

 

 

 

697,961

 

 

 

896,335

 

 

 

688,939

 

 

ImmunityBio, Inc.

Selected Balance Sheet Data

 

(Unaudited; in thousands)

September 30,

2025

 

December 31,

2024

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents, and marketable securities

$

257,813

 

 

$

149,809

 

Total assets

 

518,987

 

 

 

382,933

 

Related-party debt

 

500,804

 

 

 

461,877

 

Revenue interest liability

 

316,145

 

 

 

284,404

 

Total liabilities

 

1,042,397

 

 

 

871,062

 

Total ImmunityBio stockholders’ deficit

 

(524,319

)

 

 

(489,098

)

Total liabilities and stockholders’ deficit

 

518,987

 

 

 

382,933

 

 

ImmunityBio, Inc.

Summary Reconciliations of Cash Flows

 

 

Three Months Ended

September 30,

 

Nine Months Ended

September 30,

(Unaudited; in thousands)

 

2025

 

 

 

2024

 

 

 

2025

 

 

 

2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash (used in) provided by:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Net cash used in operating activities

$

(68,907

)

 

$

(98,763

)

 

$

(234,558

)

 

$

(306,092

)

Net cash used in investing activities

 

(181,361

)

 

 

65,032

 

 

 

(193,374

)

 

 

(22,080

)

Net cash provided by financing activities

 

173,519

 

 

 

15,582

 

 

 

345,347

 

 

 

174,701

 

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash

 

(56

)

 

 

11

 

 

 

10

 

 

 

(16

)

Net change in cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash

 

(76,805

)

 

 

(18,138

)

 

 

(82,575

)

 

 

(153,487

)

Cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, beginning of period

 

138,142

 

 

 

130,438

 

 

 

143,912

 

 

 

265,787

 

Cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, end of period

$

61,337

 

 

$

112,300

 

 

$

61,337

 

 

$

112,300

 

About ANKTIVA

The cytokine interleukin-15 (IL-15) plays a crucial role in the immune system by affecting the development, maintenance, and function of key immune cells—NK and CD8+ killer T cells—that are involved in killing cancer cells. By activating natural killer (NK) cells, ANKTIVA overcomes the tumor escape phase of clones resistant to T cells and restores memory T cell activity with resultant prolonged duration of complete response.

A key component in the Company’s BioShield platform, ANKTIVA is a first-in-class IL-15 agonist IgG1 fusion complex, consisting of an IL-15 mutant (IL-15N72D) fused with an IL-15 receptor alpha, which binds with high affinity to IL-15 receptors on NK, CD4+, and CD8+ T cells. This fusion complex of ANKTIVA mimics the natural biological properties of the membrane-bound IL-15 receptor alpha, delivering IL-15 by dendritic cells and drives the activation and proliferation of NK cells with the generation of memory killer T cells that have retained immune memory against these tumor clones.

ANKTIVA is currently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) with BCG for the treatment of adult patients with BCG-unresponsive NMIBC with CIS, with or without papillary tumors.

About ImmunityBio

ImmunityBio is a vertically-integrated commercial stage biotechnology company developing next-generation therapies that bolster the natural immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases. The Company’s range of immunotherapy and cell therapy platforms, alone and together, act to drive and sustain an immune response with the goal of creating durable and safe protection against disease. Designated an FDA Breakthrough Therapy, ANKTIVA is the first FDA-approved immunotherapy for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer CIS that activates NK cells, T cells, and memory T cells for a long-duration response. The Company is applying its science and platforms to treating cancers, including the development of potential cancer vaccines, as well as developing immunotherapies and cell therapies that we believe sharply reduce or eliminate the need for standard high-dose chemotherapy. These platforms and their associated product candidates are designed to be more effective, accessible, and easily administered than current standards of care in oncology and infectious diseases. For more information, visit ImmunityBio.com (Founder’s Vision) and connect with us on X (Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements involve substantial risks and uncertainties that could cause the Company’s clinical development programs, commercial success of its products and product candidates, manufacturing capabilities, continued collaboration with third parties, future results, performance or achievements to differ significantly from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements include statements regarding future operating results and prospects, commercialization activities, momentum and market data, including related to adoption of ANKTIVA, decisions and timelines related to the Company’s regulatory submissions and strategy, statements regarding the early results from initial GBM patients treated with ANKTIVA and the Company’s plans for initial trials in such program, early results from the NSCLC study and the implications thereof, the Company’s application to the NCCN to seek expansion of the BCG-unresponsive NMIBC guidelines and expectations related thereto, expectations related to the pricing and increased access to patients enabled by the rBCG EAP clinical trial and EAP enrollment, timing, data and potential results to be drawn therefrom, the development of therapeutics for cancer and infectious diseases, potential benefits to patients, potential treatment outcomes for patients, the described mechanism of action and results and contributions therefrom, potential future uses and applications of ANKTIVA alone or in combination with other therapeutic agents for the prevention or reversal of lymphopenia, potential future uses and applications of ANKTIVA alone or in combination with other therapeutic agents across multiple tumor types and indications and for potential applications beyond oncology, potential regulatory pathways and the regulatory review process and timing thereof, the application of the Company’s science and platforms to treat cancers or develop cancer vaccines, immunotherapies and cell therapies that have the potential to change the paradigm in cancer care, and ImmunityBio’s approved product and investigational agents as compared to existing treatment options, among others. Statements in this press release that are not statements of historical fact are considered forward-looking statements, which are usually identified by the use of words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “continues,” “goal,” “could,” “estimates,” “scheduled,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “plans,” “potential,” “predicts,” “indicate,” “projects,” “is,” “seeks,” “should,” “will,” “strategy,” and variations of such words or similar expressions. Statements of past performance, efforts, or results of our preclinical and clinical trials, about which inferences or assumptions may be made, can also be forward-looking statements and are not indicative of future performance or results. Forward-looking statements are neither forecasts, promises nor guarantees, and are based on the current beliefs of ImmunityBio’s management as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to ImmunityBio. Such information may be limited or incomplete, and ImmunityBio’s statements should not be read to indicate that it has conducted a thorough inquiry into, or review of, all potentially available relevant information. Such statements reflect the current views of ImmunityBio with respect to future events and are subject to known and unknown risks, including business, regulatory, economic and competitive risks, uncertainties, contingencies and assumptions about ImmunityBio, including, without limitation, (i) risks and uncertainties regarding the FDA regulatory submission, filing and review process and the timing thereof, as well as that associated with regulatory agencies outside of the U.S. such as the European Medicines Agency (EMA), Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and other global regulatory agencies, (ii) risks and uncertainties regarding commercial launch execution, success and timing, (iii) risks and uncertainties regarding participation and enrollment and potential results from the expanded access clinical investigation programs described herein, (iv) whether clinical trials will result in registrational pathways, (v) whether clinical trial data will be accepted by regulatory agencies, (vi) whether the NCCN will review and/or approve the Company’s submission described herein on the anticipated timeline or at all, (vii) risks and uncertainties regarding market access initiatives and timing, (viii) risks and uncertainties regarding changes in personnel at the FDA and limited resources at the FDA and potential delays associated therewith, (ix) the ability of ImmunityBio to fund its ongoing and anticipated clinical trials, (x) the ability of ImmunityBio to continue its planned preclinical and clinical development of its development programs through itself and/or its investigators, and the timing and success of any such continued preclinical and clinical development, patient enrollment and planned regulatory submissions, (xi) potential delays in product availability and regulatory approvals, (xii) risks and uncertainties associated with third-party collaborations and agreements, (xiii) ImmunityBio’s ability to retain and hire key personnel, (xiv) ImmunityBio’s ability to obtain additional financing to fund its operations and complete the development and commercialization of its various product candidates, (xv) potential product shortages or manufacturing disruptions that may impact the availability and timing of product, (xvi) ImmunityBio’s ability to successfully commercialize its approved product and product candidates, (xvii) ImmunityBio’s ability to scale its manufacturing and commercial supply operations for its approved product and future approved products, and (xviii) ImmunityBio’s ability to obtain, maintain, protect, and enforce patent protection and other proprietary rights for ANKTIVA, its product candidates, and other technologies in development.

More details about these and other risks that may impact ImmunityBio’s business are described under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 3, 2025, and the Company’s Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on August 5, 2025, and in subsequent filings made by ImmunityBio with the SEC, which are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.

ImmunityBio cautions you not to place undue reliance on any forward looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. ImmunityBio does not undertake any duty to update any forward-looking statement or other information in this press release, except to the extent required by law.

Contacts

Investors
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ImmunityBio, Inc.
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Media
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ImmunityBio, Inc.
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BioTalent Canada Welcomes the Federal Government’s Three-year Funding Commitment for the Student Work Placement Program

BioTalent Canada Welcomes the Federal Government’s Three-year Funding Commitment for the Student Work Placement Program




BioTalent Canada Welcomes the Federal Government’s Three-year Funding Commitment for the Student Work Placement Program

OTTAWA, Ontario–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#ait–BioTalent Canada applauds the Government of Canada’s decision in Budget 2025 to grant a further 3-year extension to the Student Work Placement Program (SWPP). This important step signals that Canada is treating youth employment and skills development as a strategic, long-term investment in our workforce development and economic sovereignty.


“Today’s announcement is a very positive one for young Canadians, for employers, and for Canada’s competitiveness,” said Rob Henderson, President & CEO of BioTalent Canada. “By making SWPP a fixture on the talent landscape for the foreseeable future, the government is unlocking stable pathways into meaningful work for young talent and helping employers build the future-ready workforce we so urgently need.”

The Student Work Placement Program over its 8-year lifetime, has delivered strong outcomes: by linking post-secondary students with meaningful, paid work opportunities, the program helps translate classroom learning into on-the-job experience, gives employers access to emerging talent, and strengthens Canada’s labour market resilience. The extension is reflective of the current program’s high rate of satisfaction among employers and students, the partnerships forged, and its efficiency in delivery.

Mr. Henderson added: “This isn’t simply good news, it’s a signal that Canada values its young people, invests in their potential, and expects them to be part of the solution to our national productivity and innovation challenges. Our job now is to make this commitment count.”

About BioTalent Canada

BioTalent Canada supports the people behind life-changing science. Trusted as the go-to source for labour market intelligence, BioTalent Canada guides bio-economy contributors with evidence-based data and industry-driven standards. BioTalent Canada, as a workforce development council, is focused on igniting the industry’s brainpower, bridging the gap between job-ready talent and employers, and ensuring the long-term agility, resiliency, and sustainability of one of Canada’s most vital sectors.

BioTalent Canada has received varied distinctions following a thorough and independent analysis of the organization. By practicing the same industry standards it recommends to partners, the organization has been honored with the following titles:

  • Great Place to Work® since 2019 and one of the Best Workplaces in Healthcare for 2023 by Great Place to Work Canada®
  • The Best Leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the 2024 Best Ottawa Business Awards
  • 2024 Collaboration Catalyst by Magnet Network
  • One of Canada’s Best Places to Work by HRD Canada for 2024
  • 5-Star Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Employer by Canadian HR Reporter since 2023
  • Employer of Choice by Canadian HR Reporter for 2025

For more information, visit biotalent.ca.

Contacts

Media Contact:

Eli Duern

Marketing and Communications Project Manager

BioTalent Canada

eduern@biotalent.ca
613-235-1402 ext. 225

Bristol Myers Squibb Announces Cash Tender Offers to Purchase Certain Notes

Bristol Myers Squibb Announces Cash Tender Offers to Purchase Certain Notes




Bristol Myers Squibb Announces Cash Tender Offers to Purchase Certain Notes

PRINCETON, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE: BMY) (“Bristol Myers Squibb” or the “Offeror”), announced the commencement of tender offers (“Offers”) to purchase for cash certain of its outstanding notes (collectively, the “Notes”) as described in the tables below.


Pool 1

Offers to purchase for cash up to $4,000,000,000 aggregate purchase price for the securities listed in the priority order below.

Title of

Security

CUSIP/ ISIN
Number(s)

Principal Amount

Outstanding

Acceptance

Priority Level

Reference

U.S. Treasury

Security(1)

Bloomberg

Reference

Page

Fixed

Spread

(basis

points)(1)

Early Tender

Premium(2)

4.950% Notes due 2026

110122ED6/ US110122ED68

$1,000,000,000

1

4.000% UST due February 15, 2026

FIT3

10

$50

3.200% Notes due 2026

110122CN6/ US110122CN68/ 110122CA4/ US110122CA48/ U11009BA1/ USU11009BA16

$1,749,998,000

2

4.125% UST due June 15, 2026

FIT3

10

$50

4.900% Notes due 2027

110122EE4/ US110122EE42

$1,000,000,000

3

4.000% UST due January 15, 2027

FIT4

10

$50

3.900% Notes due 2028

110122DE5/ US110122DE50/ 110122BQ0/ US110122BQ09/ U11009AQ7/ USU11009AQ76

$1,456,162,000

4

4.125% UST due November 15, 2027

FIT5

20

$50

4.900% Notes due 2029

110122EF1/ US110122EF17

$1,750,000,000

5

3.625% UST due October 31, 2030

FIT1

10

$50

3.400% Notes due 2029

110122CP1/ US110122CP17/ 110122CB2/ US110122CB21/ U11009BB9/ USU11009BB98

$2,399,977,000

6

3.625% UST due October 31, 2030

FIT1

15

$50

Pool 2

Offers to Purchase for cash up to $3,000,000,000 aggregate purchase price for the securities listed below in the priority listed below.

Title of

Security

CUSIP/ ISIN
Number(s)

Principal Amount

Outstanding

Acceptance

Priority Level

Reference

U.S. Treasury

Security(1)

Bloomberg

Reference

Page

Fixed

Spread

(basis

points)

Early Tender

Premium(2)

6.875% Debenture due 2097

110122AC2/ US110122AC22

$62,417,000

1

4.750% UST due August 15, 2055

FIT1

140

$50

6.400% Notes due 2063

110122EC8/ US110122EC85

$1,250,000,000

2

4.750% UST due August 15, 2055

FIT1

85

$50

6.250% Notes due 2053

110122EB0/ US110122EB03

$1,250,000,000

3

4.750% UST due August 15, 2055

FIT1

70

$50

5.650% Notes due 2064

110122EL8/ US110122EL84

$1,750,000,000

4

4.750% UST due August 15, 2055

FIT1

85

$50

5.900% Notes due 2033

110122DZ8/ US110122DZ89

$1,000,000,000

 

5

4.250% UST due August 15, 2035

FIT1

25

$50

5.750% Notes due 2031

110122DY1/ US110122DY15

$1,000,000,000

6

3.625% UST due October 31, 2030

FIT1

30

$50

5.550% Notes due 2054

110122EK0/ US110122EK02

$2,750,000,000

7

4.750% UST due August 15, 2055

FIT1

70

$50

5.200% Notes due 2034

110122EH7/ US110122EH72

$2,500,000,000

8

4.250% UST due August 15, 2035

FIT1

35

$50

5.100% Notes due 2031

110122EG9/ US110122EG99

$1,250,000,000

9

3.625% UST due October 31, 2030

FIT1

30

$50

(1)

The Total Consideration (as defined below) for each series of Notes will be based on the fixed spread for the applicable series of Notes plus the yield of the specified Reference U.S. Treasury Security for that series as of 10:00 a.m. (New York City time) on November 18, 2025 unless extended with respect to any Offer (as defined below) (such date and time with respect to an Offer, as the same may be extended with respect to such Offer, the “Price Determination Date”). The Total Consideration does not include the applicable Accrued Coupon Payment (as defined below), which will be payable in cash in addition to the applicable Total Consideration. For the avoidance of doubt, the Early Tender Premium is included in the Total Consideration calculated based on the fixed spread for the applicable series of Notes and is not in addition to the Total Consideration.

 

(2)

Payable, as part of the applicable Total Consideration, per each $1,000 principal amount of the specified series of Notes validly tendered at or prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline (as defined below) and accepted for purchase (the “Early Tender Premium”). The total consideration for each $1,000 principal amount of each series of Notes validly tendered at or prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline (including the Early Tender Premium) is referred to as the “Total Consideration” for such series. Holders of Notes (each, a “Holder” and collectively, “Holders”) who validly tender Notes of a series after the applicable Early Tender Deadline, but at or prior to the applicable Expiration Date (as defined below), will receive the tender consideration for any such series accepted for purchase by the Offeror, which is equal to the Total Consideration minus the Early Tender Premium (with respect to such series, the “Tender Consideration”).

The outstanding debt securities listed in (i) the first table above labeled “Pool 1” are referred to collectively as the “Pool 1 Notes,” and (ii) the second table above labeled “Pool 2” are referred to as the “Pool 2 Notes.” The Pool 1 Notes and the Pool 2 Notes are referred to collectively as the “Notes,” and each series of Notes is referred to as a “series.” The offers to purchase the Pool 1 Notes are referred to collectively as the “Pool 1 Offers,” the offers to purchase the Pool 2 Notes are referred to as the “Pool 2 Offers,” and each offers to purchase a series of Notes is referred to as an “Offer.”

The Offers are subject to the terms and conditions described in the Offer to Purchase dated November 3, 2025 (as it may be amended or supplemented from time to time, the “Offer to Purchase”) which sets forth a detailed description of the Offers, including (i) the Acceptance Priority Procedures (as described below), (ii) a $4,000,000,000 maximum aggregate purchase price of the Pool 1 Notes validly tendered in the Pool 1 Offers, excluding the applicable Accrued Coupon Payments (the “Pool 1 Maximum”), and (iii) a $3,000,000,000 maximum aggregate purchase price of the Pool 2 Notes validly tendered in the Pool 2 Offers, excluding the applicable Accrued Coupon Payments (the “Pool 2 Maximum”).

The primary purpose of the Offers is to acquire the maximum principal amount of Pool 1 Notes and Pool 2 Notes in the designated priority order for which the aggregate purchase price (excluding the applicable Accrued Coupon Payments) does not exceed the Pool 1 Maximum and the Pool 2 Maximum, respectively. Notes that are accepted and purchased in the Offers will be canceled and will no longer remain outstanding obligations of the Offeror. The Offers are subject to certain other general conditions as described in the Offer to Purchase, as well as the condition that BMS Ireland Capital Funding Designated Activity Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bristol Myers Squibb (“Finance Sub”), shall have completed an offering of debt securities (the “New Notes Offering”) on terms and conditions satisfactory to Bristol Myers Squibb that results in the receipt of net proceeds that, when taken together with approximately $3.0 billion of Bristol Myers Squibb’s cash on hand, is sufficient to pay the consideration for all Notes validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) and accepted for purchase by Bristol Myers Squibb, plus accrued and unpaid interest and related fees and expenses (the “Financing Condition”). The Offers are not conditioned on any minimum amount of Notes being tendered, and none of the Offers are conditioned on the consummation of the other Offers. Each Offer may be amended, extended or, upon failure of a condition to be satisfied or waived prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline (for any Offers for which the Offeror elects to exercise its Early Settlement Right (as defined below)) or the applicable Expiration Date (for any Notes not settled on the Early Settlement Date), terminated individually.

The Offers will each expire at 5:00 p.m. (New York City time) on December 3, 2025, unless extended or earlier terminated by the Offeror (such date and time with respect to an Offer, as the same may be extended with respect to such Offer, the “Expiration Date”). To be eligible to receive the Total Consideration, which includes the Early Tender Premium, Holders must validly tender their Notes at or prior to 5:00 p.m. (New York City time) on November 17, 2025, unless extended (such date and time with respect to an Offer, as the same may be extended with respect to such Offer, the “Early Tender Deadline”). Holders who validly tender their Notes after the applicable Early Tender Deadline, but at or prior to the applicable Expiration Date, will be eligible to receive the Tender Consideration for any such series accepted for purchase. Bristol Myers Squibb expects to use the net proceeds from the New Notes Offering by the Finance Sub announced today, together with approximately $3.0 billion of Bristol Myers Squibb’s cash on hand, to pay to Holders whose Notes are accepted in an Offer the Total Consideration or the Tender Consideration, as applicable, and any Accrued Coupon Payments.

All Holders whose Notes are accepted in an Offer will receive a cash payment equal to accrued and unpaid interest on such Notes to, but not including, the relevant Settlement Date (as defined below) (the “Accrued Coupon Payment”) in addition to their Total Consideration or Tender Consideration, as applicable.

  • Notes may be validly withdrawn at any time at or prior to 5:00 p.m. (New York City time) on November 17, (such date and time with respect to an Offer, as the same may be extended with respect to such Offer), but not thereafter, unless extended with respect to any Offer. Holders should not tender any Notes that they do not wish to be accepted for purchase.

Subject to the satisfaction or waiver of the Financing Condition and the other conditions of the Offers, the “Acceptance Priority Procedures” will operate concurrently, but separately, for the Pool 1 offers and the Pool 2 offers, in each case, as follows:

  • first, if the aggregate cash purchase price (excluding the applicable Accrued Coupon Payments) of all Pool 1 Notes or Pool 2 Notes, as applicable, validly tendered at or prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline by Holders does not exceed the applicable maximum limit, then the Offeror will accept all such Notes. However, if the aggregate cash purchase price (excluding the applicable Accrued Coupon Payments) of all Pool 1 Notes or Pool 2 Notes, as applicable, validly tendered at or prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline by Holders exceeds the applicable maximum limit, then the Offeror will (i) accept such Notes for purchase for cash, starting at the highest acceptance priority level (level 1) and, if there is more than one priority level, moving sequentially to each lower acceptance priority level (the lowest of which is level 6 in the case of the Pool 1 Offers and 9 in the case of the Pool 2 Offers), until the aggregate cash purchase price (excluding the applicable Accrued Coupon Payments) of such Notes equals the applicable maximum limit, (ii) prorate the series of such Notes with the lowest acceptance priority level accepted for purchase for cash and (iii) not accept for purchase for cash (x) any such Notes of a series with an acceptance priority level below the prorated series or (y) any Pool 1 Notes or Pool 2 Notes, as applicable, validly tendered after the applicable Early Tender Deadline; and
  • second, if the applicable maximum limit is not exceeded at the applicable Early Tender Deadline, the Offeror will repeat the steps described in the prior bullet with respect to all Pool 1 Notes or Pool 2 Notes, as applicable, validly tendered after the applicable Early Tender Deadline, but at or prior to the applicable Expiration Date, in order to determine the aggregate principal amount of such Notes that the Offeror will accept for purchase in the Pool 1 Offers and/or the Pool 2 Offers, as applicable.
  • All Pool 1 Notes, regardless of acceptance priority level, that are validly tendered at or prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline will have priority over Pool 1 Notes validly tendered after the applicable Early Tender Deadline and at or prior to the applicable Expiration Date.
  • All Pool 2 Notes, regardless of acceptance priority level, that are validly tendered at or prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline will have priority over Pool 2 Notes validly tendered after the applicable Early Tender Deadline and at or prior to the applicable Expiration Date.

Provided that the Financing Condition and the other conditions to the applicable Offer have been satisfied or waived by the Offeror by the applicable Early Tender Deadline, the Offeror may, but is not obligated to, elect to exercise its right (the “Early Settlement Right”), with respect to any Offer for which the conditions have been satisfied or waived, to settle all Notes validly tendered at or prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline and accepted for purchase in such Offer (the “Early Settlement Date”). The Early Settlement Date will be determined at the Offeror’s option and is currently expected to occur on the third business day immediately following the Early Tender Deadline. If the Offeror elects to exercise its Early Settlement Right with respect to any Offer, the Offeror will settle all Notes validly tendered at or prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline and accepted for purchase in such Offer on the Early Settlement Date. If the Offeror elects to exercise its Early Settlement Right with respect to any Offer, the Offeror will announce in a press release promptly after the applicable Early Tender Deadline that it is exercising its Early Settlement Right with respect to such Offer. On the Early Settlement Date, all Notes validly tendered at or prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline and accepted for purchase in the Offer for which the Offeror has elected to exercise its Early Settlement Right will receive the applicable Total Consideration and Accrued Coupon Payment. The “Final Settlement Date,” if any, is the date on which the Offeror will settle all Notes validly tendered and accepted for purchase and not previously settled on the Early Settlement Date. The Final Settlement Date is expected to be the second business day following the applicable Expiration Date, unless extended with respect to any Offer. Each of the Early Settlement Date and the Final Settlement Date is referred to as a “Settlement Date.”

Promptly after the Price Determination Date, the Offeror intends to issue a press release specifying, among other things, the Offer Yield and Total Consideration for each series of Notes, the aggregate principal amount of Notes validly tendered at or prior to the applicable Early Tender Deadline and, if applicable, accepted in each Offer and the proration factor (if any) applied to such validly tendered Notes with respect to each Offer.

The Offeror expressly reserves the right, in its sole discretion, subject to compliance with applicable law and regulations, not to purchase any Notes or to extend, amend and/or terminate its Offers and to amend or waive the Financing Condition and any of the other terms and conditions of any Offer. Holders are advised to read carefully the Offer to Purchase for full details of and information on the procedures for participating in the Offer, as applicable. If the Offeror terminates any Offer with respect to one or more series of Notes, it will give written notice thereof to the Tender and Information Agent (as defined below) and will make a public announcement thereof as promptly as practicable, and all Notes tendered pursuant to such terminated Offer will be returned promptly to the tendering Holders thereof. With effect from such termination, any Notes blocked in The Depository Trust Company (“DTC”) will be released. Holders are advised to check with any bank, securities broker or other intermediary through which they hold Notes as to when such intermediary would need to receive instructions from a beneficial owner in order for that holder to be able to participate, or withdraw their instruction to participate, in the Offers before the deadlines specified herein and in the Offer to Purchase. The deadlines set by any such intermediary and DTC for the submission and withdrawal of tender instructions will also be earlier than the relevant deadlines specified herein and in the Offer to Purchase.

The Offeror has retained Citigroup Global Markets Inc., Deutsche Bank Securities Inc., Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC as dealer managers for the Offers. Questions regarding terms and conditions of the Offers should be directed to Citigroup Global Markets Inc. at (800) 558-3745 (toll-free) or (212) 723-6106 (collect) or Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. at (866) 627-0391 (toll-free) or (212) 250-2955 (collect) or Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC at (800) 828-3182 (toll-free) or (212) 357-1452 (collect) or Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC at (800) 624-1808 (toll-free) or (212) 357-1452 (collect). Global Bondholder Services Corporation will act as the tender agent and the information agent for the Offers (the “Tender and Information Agent”).

The full details of the Offers, including instructions on how to tender Notes, are included in the Offer to Purchase. Holders are strongly encouraged to read carefully the Offer to Purchase, including documents incorporated by reference therein, because they will contain important information. The Offer to Purchase is available on Global Bondholder Services Corporation’s website at https://www.gbsc-usa.com/bristol-myers/ or obtained from Global Bondholder Services Corporation at (855) 654-2014 (toll-free) or (212) 430-3774 (collect). You may also contact your broker, dealer, commercial bank, trust company or other nominee for assistance concerning the Offers.

None of the Offeror or its affiliates, its board of directors, the dealer managers, the Tender and Information Agent or the trustee with respect to the Notes is making any recommendation as to whether Holders should tender any Notes in response to the Offers, and neither the Offeror nor any such other person has authorized any person to make any such recommendation. Holders must make their own decision as to whether to tender any of their Notes, and, if so, the principal amount of Notes to tender.

After the applicable Expiration Date, Bristol Myers Squibb or its affiliates may from time to time purchase additional Notes in the open market, in privately negotiated transactions, through tender offers, exchange offers or otherwise, or Bristol Myers Squibb may redeem any series of Notes pursuant to the terms of the indenture governing the Notes. Any future purchases may be on the same terms or on terms that are more or less favorable to Holders of Notes than the terms of the Offers and, in either case, could be for cash or other consideration. In particular, to the extent that less than all of the outstanding 4.950% Notes due 2026, 4.900% Notes due 2027 or 3.900% Notes due 2028 are tendered and accepted for purchase pursuant to the Offers, the Offeror may, at its sole discretion (but is under no obligation to do so), give a notice of optional redemption with respect to such series of Notes to redeem all or a portion of such series of Notes that remain outstanding after completion of the Offers in accordance with their terms. The price paid in any such redemption will be determined in accordance with the terms of the applicable series of Notes, and such price may differ significantly from the Total Consideration or the Tender Offer Consideration for such series of Notes pursuant to the Offers. Depending on the results of the Offers, such redemption notice, if any, may be given by the Offeror on or after the Early Tender Deadline. The Offer to Purchase does not constitute a notice of redemption and does not create an obligation to issue any notice of redemption, redeem any series of Notes or satisfy or discharge the indenture governing the Notes.

Offer and Distribution Restrictions

This announcement is for informational purposes only. This announcement is not an offer to sell or purchase, a solicitation of an offer to sell or purchase, or the solicitation of tenders with respect to any of Notes described herein. The Offers are being made solely pursuant to the Offer to Purchase. The Offers are not being made to Holders of Notes in any jurisdiction in which the making or acceptance thereof would not be in compliance with the securities, blue sky or other laws of such jurisdiction. In any jurisdiction in which the securities laws or blue sky laws require the Offers to be made by a licensed broker or dealer, the Offers will be deemed to be made on behalf of the Offeror by the dealer managers or one or more registered brokers or dealers that are licensed under the laws of such jurisdiction. Neither this announcement nor the Offer to Purchase is an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to purchase, any securities in the New Notes Offering.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements regarding, among other things, the timing, terms, conditions and other aspects of the Tender Offer and the New Notes Offering. You can identify these forward-looking statements by the fact that they use words such as “should,” “could,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “target,” “may,” “project,” “guidance,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “will” and other words and terms of similar meaning and expression in connection with any discussion of, among other things, the Offers and the New Notes Offering and the use of proceeds therefrom, although not all forward-looking statements contain such terms. All statements that are not statements of historical facts are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking statements. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed.

Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and projections about Bristol Myers Squibb’s future financial results, goals, plans and objectives and involve inherent risks, assumptions and uncertainties, including internal or external factors that could delay, divert or change any of them, that are difficult to predict, may be beyond its control and could cause its future financial results, goals, plans and objectives to differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, the statements. Such risks, uncertainties and other matters include, but are not limited to: general market conditions which might affect the Tender Offer and the New Notes Offering; interest rate and currency exchange rate fluctuations, credit and foreign exchange risk management; and access to capital markets.

Forward-looking statements in this press release should be evaluated together with the many risks and uncertainties that affect Bristol Myers Squibb’s business and market, particularly those identified in the cautionary statement and risk factors discussion in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, as updated by the subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and other filings with the SEC. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date of this press release and except as otherwise required by applicable law, Bristol Myers Squibb undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, changed circumstances or otherwise.

About Bristol Myers Squibb: Transforming Patients’ Lives Through Science

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our mission is to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. We are pursuing bold science to define what’s possible for the future of medicine and the patients we serve.

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KCAS Bio Strengthens Board of Directors with Appointment of Paul Kirchgraber and Kurt Doyle

KCAS Bio Strengthens Board of Directors with Appointment of Paul Kirchgraber and Kurt Doyle




KCAS Bio Strengthens Board of Directors with Appointment of Paul Kirchgraber and Kurt Doyle

OLATHE, Kan.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–KCAS Bio, a leading contract research organization (CRO) specializing in comprehensive bioanalytical and biomarker services, is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Paul Kirchgraber and Mr. Kurt Doyle to its Board of Directors. Their addition marks a significant milestone in KCAS Bio’s continued growth and strategic evolution in the global life sciences industry. KCAS Bio is headquartered in the Kansas City, Kansas metropolitan area with operating sites in the greater Philadelphia area; Lyon, France; and a partnership in Melbourne, Australia. The Company is backed by Vitruvian Partners, one of the world’s leading growth-focused investment firms.


Dr. Paul Kirchgraber brings decades of leadership experience in clinical research and laboratory operations. He served as Executive Vice President and CEO of Covance, Labcorp’s Drug Development Division, where he led global teams in drug and medical device development in over 60 countries. Dr. Kirchgraber has experience running global pre-clinical, central and bioanalytical labs as well as phase one through four clinical services. He also served as Chairman of the Association of Clinical Research Organizations. His expertise in laboratory medicine and strategic operations will be instrumental in guiding KCAS Bio’s scientific and business initiatives.

Mr. Kurt Doyle is a seasoned executive with deep experience in commercial strategy and business development within the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. He has spent 26 years at IQVIA, most recently as Senior Vice President – Large Pharma and Specialty Services, where he drove growth through client engagement, operational excellence, and strategic partnerships. Mr. Doyle’s insights into market dynamics and customer needs will support KCAS Bio’s mission to deliver high-quality, client-focused solutions across the drug development continuum.

“We are thrilled to welcome Paul and Kurt to our Board,” said John Bucksath, CEO of KCAS Bio. “Their combined experience and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to expand our capabilities and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. Their strategic vision aligns perfectly with our commitment to scientific excellence and operational excellence.”

Sophie Bower-Straziota, Partner at Vitruvian Partners, commented, “KCAS Bio has grown tremendously since we backed John and his team. We are delighted to welcome Paul and Kurt to the Board to support KCAS Bio’s continued expansion in its ability to serve the world’s largest pharma companies and biotechs in accelerating time to market for their most valuable therapeutics.”

The appointments of Dr. Kirchgraber and Mr. Doyle reflect KCAS Bio’s dedication to building a world-class leadership team to support its mission of accelerating life-changing therapies to market.

Further information:

About KCAS Bio – KCAS Bio is a leading global Contract Research Organization providing comprehensive GLP-compliant bioanalytical and biomarker development testing services for the biopharma industry. The company offers a complete range of bioanalytical services from early discovery support through new product registration, providing market leading expertise in biological (large molecule) and synthetic (small molecule) drug candidates. Vitruvian’s investments have positioned KCAS Bio to continue growing operations across all its sites globally; continue the rapid hiring of top scientific talent and focus on outstanding customer service; and accelerate internationalization including through acquisitions. KCAS Bio is headquartered in Olathe, Kansas and has c. 380 employees. Further information regarding KCAS Bio can be found at www.kcasbio.com.

About Vitruvian – Vitruvian Partners is a global growth-focused investor with offices across London, Miami, San Francisco, Stockholm, Munich, Madrid, Luxembourg, Mumbai, Singapore, and Shanghai. Vitruvian focuses on dynamic situations characterized by rapid growth and change across asset-light industries. Vitruvian has over $20 billion of active funds which have backed many leaders in their sectors, including Just Eat, Arrive, Skyscanner, Medison, CRF Health, DeepIntent, Global-e, and Darktrace. Further information can be found at www.vitruvianpartners.com.

Contacts

For media inquiries, please contact:

Media Relations
KCAS Bio

Phone: (913) 248-3000

Email: pressrelease@kcasbio.com
Website: https://www.kcasbio.com

Kyowa Kirin International Announces Appointment of Julie Dehaene-Puype as President for the Region

Kyowa Kirin International Announces Appointment of Julie Dehaene-Puype as President for the Region




Kyowa Kirin International Announces Appointment of Julie Dehaene-Puype as President for the Region

  • Julie Dehaene-Puype joins Kyowa Kirin as new President of the International Region
  • Jeremy Morgan will retire at the end of December 2025 after a two-month leadership transition period

GALASHIELS, Scotland & MARLOW, England–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Kyowa Kirin International (“KKI”), a group company of Kyowa Kirin Co., Ltd. (TSE:4151, “Kyowa Kirin”), a Japan-based Global Specialty Pharmaceutical Company, today announced the appointment of Julie Dehaene-Puype as President for the Region, effective 1 November 2025. Julie follows the tenure of Jeremy Morgan, who has served as President for the International Region since 2023. Morgan will serve in an advisor role to the business through to the end of 2025, working in partnership with Dehaene-Puype to ensure a successful and smooth change for the company.


“We are very pleased to welcome Julie to the company in the role as President of KKI,” said Tomohiro Sudo, Chief International Business Officer of Kyowa Kirin. “Julie joins us with extensive experience in global biotech and pharma spanning a 25-year career. I am confident that her expertise and her strong passion and care for people and patients will significantly contribute to KKI’s future growth for patients’ smiles, and we are looking forward to working in partnership with her toward our Vision for 2030.”

“I want to thank Jeremy Morgan on behalf of Kyowa Kirin,” said Abdul Mullick, Ph.D., President and COO of Kyowa Kirin. “For his unwavering leadership and care for KKI employees, and for putting patients first. From the moment Jeremy joined KKI, he brought a purpose and an energy for the needs of the communities we serve. We thank Jeremy for the lasting impact he has made whilst at the helm of Kyowa Kirin, and for carrying the business through transformation into a stable, growing organization that is truly living our purpose to make people smile.”

Julie Dehaene-Puype joins Kyowa Kirin with more than 25 years of experience in the global pharmaceutical industry spanning general management, commercial operations, new product development and regulatory affairs. Julie’s background encompasses roles across a number of global pharmaceutical organisations including Mundipharma, Takeda, Merck/MSD, and Schering-Plough. Julie also sits on the board of Lytix Biopharma as a Non-Executive Director.

“I am thrilled to be joining Kyowa Kirin – a company with a 76-year legacy of science, innovation and partnership, and a deep commitment to advancing care in rare diseases and oncology,” stated Dehaene-Puype. “From my first days, I can already feel the passion and drive of the people at KKI, united by a shared purpose: To make more people smile. I look forward to working with my new colleagues to deliver even more for the patients who place their trust in us.”

Julie has a PharmD, a Masters in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs and a Masters in Biological and Medical Sciences from the University of Lille, France. She has lived and worked in France, Belgium, Switzerland and the US. Currently, she resides in Switzerland, and she will be regularly present in the Marlow, UK headquarters as well as in the country offices throughout the region.

The leadership change announced today echoes role changes across the wider company. Earlier in the year, the global entity announced a new dual CEO-COO leadership structure to help support the business’ continued growth, with Abdul Mullick appointed President and COO, to oversee the execution of all business operations at the global level.

About Kyowa Kirin

Kyowa Kirin aims to discover novel medicines with life-changing value. As a Japan-based Global Specialty Pharmaceutical Company, we have invested in drug discovery and biotechnology innovation for more than 70 years and are currently working to engineer the next generation of antibodies and cell and gene therapies with the potential to help patients affected by severe and rare diseases. A shared commitment to our values, to sustainable growth, and to making people smile unites us across our four regions – Japan, Asia Pacific, North America, and EMEA/International.

You can learn more about the business of Kyowa Kirin at: https://www.kyowakirin.com.

Contacts

For more information, please contact:
Stacey Minton

Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Kyowa Kirin International

stacey.minton@kyowakirin.com

Sarah McDonald-Barker

Director, Corporate Affairs, Kyowa Kirin International

sarah.mcdonald@kyowakirin.com