On March 29, 2023, XOMA (US) LLC ("XOMA"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of XOMA Corporation (the "Company"), entered into a Payment Interest Purchase Agreement (the "Agreement") with Aptevo Therapeutics Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Aptevo") (Filing, 8-K, , MAR 30, 2023, View Source [SID1234629674]). Pursuant to the Agreement, XOMA has acquired all right, title, and interest to 100% of deferred payments based on net sales of IXINITY, which is marketed by Medexus Pharma, Inc. ("Medexus") for the control and prevention of bleeding episodes and postoperative management in people with Hemophilia B, 25% of a certain milestone payment, and 50% of certain other milestone payments otherwise payable by Medexus to Aptevo (the "Purchased Receivables") pursuant to a certain sale agreement dated February 28, 2020, by and between Aptevo and Medexus. In exchange for the Purchased Receivables, XOMA paid Aptevo $9.6 million, and if XOMA receives more than $500,000 of deferred payments attributable to net sales of IXINITY that occur during the first quarter of 2023, XOMA will make a one-time payment of $50,000 to Aptevo.

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On March 30, 2023 Sutro Biopharma, Inc. (Sutro or the Company) (NASDAQ: STRO), a clinical-stage oncology company pioneering site-specific and novel-format antibody drug conjugates (ADCs), reported its financial results for the full year 2022, its recent business highlights, and a preview of select anticipated milestones (Press release, Sutro Biopharma, MAR 30, 2023, View Source [SID1234629672]).

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"In 2022, we achieved significant milestones in both our internal pipeline and strategic collaborations, while strengthening our management team with the appointment of Anne Borgman, M.D., as Chief Medical Officer," said Bill Newell, Sutro’s Chief Executive Officer. "We are delighted with the recent data updates for our lead candidate, luvelta, in advanced ovarian cancer and rare pediatric AML, and are excited to progress it into a planned registration-directed study in ovarian cancer in the second quarter of this year. As we look to the future, we remain confident in our ability to drive value and deliver on our mission to develop next-generation therapies that have the potential to transform the lives of cancer patients."

Recent Business Highlights and Select Anticipated Milestones

STRO-002, International Nonproprietary Name, "luveltamab tazevibulin" or abbreviated as "luvelta", FolRα-Targeting ADC: Luvelta is being studied in the clinic, in the U.S. and Europe, for patients with ovarian and endometrial cancers.

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Sutro plans to initiate REFRaME, a Phase 2/3 registration-directed study for patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, in the second quarter of 2023, as discussed with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Once results are collected on approximately 110 patients in the selected dose of the luvelta arm, Sutro plans to apply for accelerated approval based on overall response rate (ORR) as the primary endpoint. At the end of the trial, full approval can be sought based on progression free survival (PFS) as the primary endpoint, comparing the luvelta arm and the standard of care arm.
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In January 2023, the company announced results from the luvelta Phase 1 dose-expansion study demonstrating that FolRα-selected patients–-defined as patients with TPS >25%–-experienced meaningful clinical benefit, with 43.8% ORR, median duration of response (DOR) of 5.4 months, and median PFS of 6.6 months for those receiving the higher starting dose of 5.2 mg/kg. The safety profile is generally consistent with prior data; asymptomatic neutropenia was the primary adverse event and no new safety signals were observed. Interim data from an exploratory cohort, with 5.2 mg/kg doses of luvelta together with prophylactic pegfilgrastim, appear to demonstrate reduced dose delays and lower incidences of Grade 3+ neutropenia.

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Patients with CBFA2T3::GLIS2 (CBF/GLIS) AML, a highly refractory and uniformly fatal subtype of acute megakaryoblastic leukemia found exclusively in infants and young children, were treated with luvelta under compassionate use. During the 64th American Society of Hematology (ASH) (Free ASH Whitepaper) Annual Meeting and Exposition (ASH 2022), an oral presentation was given by the investigator who aggregated the experiences of patients who were treated.
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Additional ongoing clinical studies for luvelta include a combination study with bevacizumab for patients with advanced ovarian cancer and a dose-expansion study for patients with endometrial cancer. Translational work is ongoing to support an Investigational New Drug (IND) for the initiation of a non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) study, for which submission is planned in 2023.
STRO-001, CD74-Targeting ADC: The Phase 1 study for patients with B‑cell malignancies has been completed in the global sites ex-Greater China and clinical studies in Greater China have been initiated.

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Sutro has completed the Phase 1 dose-escalation study in patients with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL) and multiple myeloma (MM), after reaching a maximum tolerated dose (MTD). Sutro plans to leverage the clinical data produced by its partner BioNova Pharma (BioNova) in Greater China to make decisions regarding further clinical development, based on a prioritization assessment.
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BioNova is advancing clinical development of BN301 (STRO-001) for patients with hematological malignancies in Greater China. In February 2023, BioNova announced that the first patient had been dosed in the Phase 1 clinical study of BN301 (STRO-001) for the treatment of advanced B-cell Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL).
Additional Pipeline Programs: A Sutro Research Forum, held in 2022, highlighted STRO-003 and Sutro’s emerging research portfolio.

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STRO-003 is an advanced ADC that has been designed to target ROR1, takes advantage of innovative linker-warhead technology and features eight precisely placed β-Glucuronidase-cleavable linkers attached to next-generation exatecan warheads, known for their ability to inhibit topoisomerase-1 (TOPO-1) and cause DNA disruption.
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STRO-003 has demonstrated in NSCLC and breast cancer patient-derived xenograft models strong cell-killing activity in low and heterogeneous expressing tumors. STRO-003 has exhibited promising tolerability in preclinical studies involving rodents and non-human primates, potentially reducing lung toxicity, a concern that is commonly associated with TOPO-1 class payload ADCs. Preparations are underway for IND enabling studies for STRO-003, which we expect will be completed in the first quarter of 2024.
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Sutro provided details on its product and process design, which enables its emerging portfolio including novel therapeutic modalities—for example, a single antibody which can be conjugated site-specifically to deliver two different payloads with synergistic mechanisms.
Collaboration Updates: Sutro continues to seek to maximize the value of its proprietary cell-free platform by working with partners on programs in multiple disease spaces and geographies and has generated from collaborators an aggregate of approximately $621 million in payments through December 31, 2022, including equity investments.

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In December 2022, Sutro and Vaxcyte expanded upon a nearly decade-long relationship through a new agreement, under which Vaxcyte acquired an option to access expanded rights to develop and manufacture cell-free extract, among other rights, and includes a $22.5 million upfront payment and, upon exercise of the option, up to an additional $135 million in option exercise and contingent payments. In October 2022, Vaxcyte reported positive topline data from the Phase 1/2 proof-of-concept study of its 24-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine candidate (VAX-24) under investigation for the prevention of invasive pneumococcal disease in adults aged 18-64. Under an existing license agreement with Vaxcyte, Sutro is eligible to receive four percent (4%) royalties on worldwide net sales of any licensed vaccine candidates for human health use, including VAX-24.
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Sutro’s collaboration with Astellas on the discovery of immunostimulatory antibody-drug conjugates (iADCs) for three targets is ongoing, for which Sutro receives financial support for its research efforts, potential milestone payments and royalties, and has an option to co-develop and co-commercialize product candidates in the U.S.
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Sutro is manufacturing initial drug supply for the clinical development of Merck’s MK-1484, currently in a Phase 1; and clinical trial materials for Bristol Myers Squibb’s (BMS) CC-99712, a BCMA‑targeting ADC for treatment of multiple myeloma, currently in Phase 1.
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Sutro is providing clinical drug supply to BioNova for clinical studies for BN301 (STRO-001) in Greater China. Sutro is currently supporting Tasly Biopharmaceuticals (Tasly) for initiation of clinical development activities and an IND filing in Greater China for STRO-002 and will provide initial clinical drug supply.
Corporate Updates: Sutro strengthened and continues to build a world-class leadership team through the appointment of a new Chief Medical Officer and internal promotions.

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Anne Borgman, M.D., joined Sutro as Chief Medical Officer in February 2023 overseeing the Clinical Development & Regulatory teams, with focus on the development of luvelta and clinical strategy for Sutro’s proprietary pipeline, in addition to being a member of Sutro’s Senior Management Team.
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Sutro bolstered the Senior Management Team with the promotion of Brunilda Shtylla to Chief Business Officer, who leads Business Development. Devendra Luhar was promoted to SVP, Manufacturing & San Carlos Facility, and Carlos Lugo Ponce was promoted to SVP, Quality Control & Quality Assurance.
Full Year 2022 Financial Highlights

Cash, Cash Equivalents and Marketable Securities

As of December 31, 2022, Sutro had cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities of $302.3 million, as compared to $287.3 million as of September 30, 2022, and approximately 0.7 million shares of Vaxcyte common stock with a fair value of $32.0 million, which together provide a projected cash runway into the second half of 2024, based on current business plans and assumptions.

Unrealized Gain from Increase in Value of Vaxcyte Common Stock

The non-operating, unrealized gain of $12.1 million for the year 2022 was due to the increase since December 31, 2021 in the estimated fair value of Sutro’s holdings of Vaxcyte common stock. Vaxcyte common stock held by Sutro will be remeasured at fair value based on the closing price of Vaxcyte’s common stock on the last trading day of each reporting period, with any non-operating, unrealized gains and losses recorded in Sutro’s statements of operations. Sutro sold approximately 1.1 million shares of Vaxcyte common stock during 2022.

Revenue

Revenue was $67.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, as compared to $61.9 million for the same period in 2021, with the 2022 amount related principally to recognition of the upfront payment from Tasly, the milestone payment from Merck, and the Astellas, BMS, and EMD Serono collaborations and BioNova agreement. Future collaboration and license revenue under existing agreements and from any additional collaboration and license partners, will fluctuate as a result of the amount and timing of revenue recognition of upfront, milestones, and other agreement payments.

Operating Expenses

Total operating expenses for the year ended December 31, 2022 were $196.7 million, as compared to $160.4 million for the same period in 2021. The year 2022 includes non-cash expenses for stock-based compensation of $26.3 million and depreciation and amortization of $5.7 million, as compared to $23.2 million and $4.8 million, respectively, in the comparable 2021 period. Total operating expenses for the year ended December 31, 2022 were comprised of research and development expenses of $137.2 million and general and administrative expenses of $59.5 million, which are expected to increase in 2023 as Sutro’s internal product candidates advance in clinical development and additional general and administrative expenses are incurred as a public company.

On March 30, 2023 Sensei Biotherapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNSE), an immuno-oncology company focused on the discovery and development of next generation therapeutics for cancer patients, reported that John Celebi, president and chief executive officer, will participate in a panel titled ‘Novel Approaches in Immunotherapy’ at Cantor Fitzgerald’s Future of Oncology Virtual Symposium on Monday, April 3rd at 10:00 a.m. ET (Press release, Sensei Biotherapeutics, MAR 30, 2023, View Source [SID1234629671]).

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On March 30, 2023 Molecular Templates, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTEM, "Molecular Templates," or "MTEM"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of proprietary targeted biologic therapeutics, engineered toxin bodies ("ETBs"), to create novel therapies with potent differentiated mechanisms of action for cancer, reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2022 (Press release, Molecular Templates, MAR 30, 2023, View Source [SID1234629667]). MTEM also announced a strategic reprioritization and corresponding reduction in workforce, in order to focus on its core clinical development programs and extend its financial runway.

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Strategic Reprioritization and Cost-Saving Measures

On March 29, 2023, the Board of Directors of MTEM approved a strategic reprioritization and corresponding reduction in workforce, designed to focus on the clinical development programs for MT-6402 (PD-L1), MT-8421 (CTLA-4), and MT-0169 (CD38), and preclinical activities related to MTEM’s collaboration with Bristol Myers Squibb. This restructuring will reduce MTEM’s workforce by approximately 50%, result in the cessation of the MT-5111 (HER2) clinical development program, and focus the majority of MTEM’s preclinical efforts around activities related to the Bristol Myers Squibb collaboration.

Eric Poma, PhD., Chief Executive and Chief Scientific Officer of MTEM, stated: "These cost-savings measures are a difficult, but necessary, step for MTEM to take in order to continue pursuing the development of these promising programs. We thank all our employees who have worked so hard to bring these programs this far, and we will continue this important work with our refocused strategy and available resources." Dr. Poma added, "We have now seen evidence of monotherapy clinical activity with MT-6402 through two separate mechanisms of action unique to immuno-oncology: the alteration of tumor immunophenotype and the dismantling of the tumor microenvironment (‘TME’). We recently announced the FDA’s acceptance of our Investigational New Drug Application (‘IND’) for MT-8421, a new approach to CTLA-4 that we believe can potently deplete Tregs in the TME without driving immune-related adverse events (‘irAEs’). We look forward to providing further updates on our MT-6402, MT-8421 and MT-0169 programs throughout 2023."

Company Highlights

MTEM expects to provide periodic updates on MT-6402, MT-8421, and MT-0169 throughout 2023.
Clinical data for each program has demonstrated novel mechanisms of action, unique pharmacodynamic ("PD") effects, and single agent activity in heavily relapsed / refractory patients across immuno-oncology, hematologic, and solid tumor indications.
Dose escalation continues for MT-6402. MTEM observed dose-dependent PD effects not seen with PD-(L)1 antibodies and consistent with T-cell activation and TME dismantling. Maximal MDSC depletion was observed at 63 mcg/kg, the highest dose cleared to date. PD effects were seen across patients, irrespective of HLA genotype or level of tumor or immune cell PD-L1 staining.
Seven patients were evaluable for radiographic assessment at the end of cycle 2 in the 63 mcg/kg cohort for MT-6402. One patient with nasopharynx squamous cell carcinoma in this cohort had a PR (RECIST) with a 63% reduction in the index lesion after cycle 2 which was maintained and confirmed at the end of cycle 4 (66% reduction). The patient remains on study.
One patient in cohort 1 (16 mcg/kg) for MT-6402 with non-small cell lung cancer ("NSCLC") demonstrated resolution of three osseous lesions and a reduction in uptake in the remaining lesion. This patient remained on treatment for approximately 8 months.
An IND for MT-8421 was accepted on March 8, 2023, with the first-in-human phase I study anticipated by mid-year 2023. MT-8421 targets CTLA-4-expressing Tregs in the TME for elimination without affecting Tregs in the periphery.
Dose escalation continues for MT-0169. MT-0169 completed the 5 mcg/kg dose escalation cohort (N=4) and the 10 mcg/kg dose escalation cohort (N=3) without any cardiac AEs or dose-limiting toxicities ("DLTs") and is enrolling at 15 mcg/kg. A Very Good Partial Response ("VGPR") was seen in a patient with extramedullary IgA myeloma treated at 5 mcg/kg which improved to a stringent Complete Response at cycle 8. The patient remains on study.
Of the over 100 patients treated across MTEM’s three clinical programs utilizing our de-immunized scaffold to date, there have been no instances of capillary leak syndrome or other manifestations of innate immunity observed.
Nearly all toxicities seen to date appear to be target-mediated with no non-specific scaffold effects noted, apart from occasional episodes of an infusion related reaction. No instances of off-target hematologic toxicity, interstitial lung disease, hepatic toxicity, or ocular toxicity common with antibody-drug conjugates have been observed.
The ETB platform continues to demonstrate clinical validation in terms of both safety and efficacy.
MT-6402 (PD-L1-targeting ETB with Antigen Seeding Technology)

MT-6402 was designed to activate T-cells through direct cell-kill of immunosuppressive PD-L1+ immune cells.
In addition, MT-6402 can deliver and induce the presentation of an MHC class I CMV antigen on tumor cells (antigen seeding mechanism of action) for pre-existing CD8 T-cell recognition and destruction in HLA-A*02/CMV+ patients with high PD-L1 expression on their tumors.
MT-6402 continues to demonstrate PD effects and monotherapy activity in heavily pre-treated checkpoint therapy experienced patients.
Dose escalation continues in the MT-6402 phase I study in relapsed/refractory solid tumor patients with PD-L1-expressing tumors and/or PD-L1 expressing immune cells in the TME.

Highlights from the on-going Phase I study include:

MTEM continues to observe PD effects not seen with PD-(L)1 antibodies and consistent with T-cell activation and TME dismantling. Maximal MDSC depletion was observed at 63 mcg/kg, the highest dose cleared to date. PD effects were seen across patients, irrespective of HLA genotype or level of tumor or immune cell PD-L1 staining.
Seven patients were evaluable for radiographic assessment at the end of cycle 2 in the 63 mcg/kg cohort. One patient in this cohort had a PR (RECIST) with a 63% reduction in the index lesion after cycle 2 which was maintained and confirmed at the end of cycle 4. This is a patient with metastatic squamous cell nasopharynx carcinoma ("NPC") with disease progression after radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and pembrolizumab who had 2% PD-L1 expression and is not HLA-A*02, suggesting that the response is due to T-cell activation through the clearance of PD-L1+ immune cells, a novel mechanism in immuno-oncology. The patient showed a >250% increase in their CD8/CD4 T-cell ratio. The patient remains on study in the fifth month of therapy.
One patient in cohort 1 (16 mcg/kg) with NSCLC demonstrated resolution of three osseous lesions and a reduction in uptake in the remaining lesion. This patient also experienced grade 2 cytokine release syndrome consistent with T-cell activation and was dose reduced to 8 mcg/kg. This patient is the only patient treated thus far with high tumor PD-L1 expression who is also HLA-A*02/ CMV+ and hence appropriate for the antigen seeding mechanism of action. Antigen seeding and the alteration of tumor immunophenotype is a novel mechanism in immuno-oncology unique to the ETB scaffold.
Treatment-related AEs including immune-related AEs have been largely restricted to grade 1-2. The 63 mcg/kg dose was well-tolerated and dose escalation continues at 83 mcg/kg.
Two Phase I dose expansion cohorts are planned for 2023 including for patients with high PD-L1 tumor expression and for patients with low PD-L1 tumor expression.
MT-8421 (CTLA-4 ETB)

MT-8421 was designed to target CTLA-4 in a wholly distinct manner from the current monoclonal antibody approaches. MT-8421 was designed to eliminate CTLA-4-expressing Tregs in the TME through a direct cell-kill mechanism independent of the effector cell presence that antibodies rely upon.
MT-8421 was also designed to avoid CTLA-4 blockade in the periphery, the major mechanism of antibody-mediated autoimmune toxicity.
MTEM has received clearance by the United States Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") following review of its IND to proceed for clinical testing of its novel MT-8421 ETB program targeting CTLA-4 in patients with relapsed/refractory solid tumors previously exposed to checkpoint inhibitors.
MTEM expects to initiate a first-in-human Phase I study with MT-8421 by mid-year 2023.
MT-0169 (CD38 ETB)

MT-0169 was designed to destroy CD38+ tumor cells through internalization of CD38 and cell destruction via a novel mechanism of action (enzymatic ribosomal destruction and immunogenic cell death). Highlights from the on-going Phase I include:
The 5 mcg/kg cohort completed recruitment (N=4) and analysis with no related AEs higher than grade 1 and no cardiac AEs.
A VGPR was seen in a patient with extramedullary IgA myeloma treated at 5 mcg/kg. The patient had a marked reduction in IgA serum protein, conversion from immunofixation positive to negative, and significant improvement of hemoglobin to normal values without transfusion. The patient’s disease was quad-agent refractory including CD38-targeting, proteosome inhibitor, IMiD, and a BCMA bispecific antibody. The patient’s response improved to a stringent Complete Response and they remain on study.
Dose escalation completed with three patients enrolled at 10 mcg/kg and no related AE’s higher than grade 2.
Dose escalation is now proceeding at 15 mcg/kg.
Key Milestones for 2023

Accelerating enrollment across all clinical programs with advancement into later stage trials expected in 2023
Initiation of first-in-human Phase I study for MT-8421
Advancement of Bristol Myers Squibb research collaboration across multiple targets
Conferences

MTEM participated in the Breast and Lung Cancer Panel at TD Cowen 43rd Annual Health Care Conference, which took place in Boston, Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 10:30am – 11:30am ET. The webcast can be accessed here and in the "News and Media" section of the corporate website.
MTEM presented a fireside chat at the virtual Oppenheimer 33rd Annual Healthcare Conference, which took place Wednesday, March 15, 2023, 12:40am ET. The webcast can be accessed here and in the "News and Media" section of the corporate website.
MTEM will present an abstract, "Engineered Toxin Bodies (ETBs): Clinical stage immunotoxins with a safer and differentiated profile", Monday, April 17, 2023, 1:30pm – 5pm ET (Section 13, Poster Board No 29, No. 2661), at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) (Free AACR Whitepaper) ("AACR") Annual Meeting taking place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL from April 14 – 19, 2023.
Financial Results

The net loss attributable to common shareholders for the fourth quarter of 2022 was $22.0 million, or $0.39 per basic and diluted share. This compares with a net loss attributable to common shareholders of $10.2 million, or $0.18 per basic and diluted share, for the same period in 2021.

Revenues for the fourth quarter of 2022 were $2.6 million, compared to $18.0 million for the same period in 2021. Revenues for the fourth quarter of 2022 were comprised of revenues from collaborative research and development agreements with Bristol Myers Squibb.

Total research and development expenses for the fourth quarter of 2022 were $17.6 million, compared with $19.3 million for the same period in 2021. Total general and administrative expenses for the fourth quarter of 2022 were $6.1 million, compared with $7.9 million for the same period in 2021.

As of December 31, 2022, MTEM’s cash and investments totaled $61.0 million, including borrowings of $35.0 million under its K2 Loan and Security Agreement whose scheduled maturity date for repayment is June 1, 2024, subject to continued compliance with the financial covenant and solvency requirements therein. MTEM is currently in compliance with such covenant and requirements, and expects to continue to be in compliance into the fourth quarter of 2023. Any default of the financial covenant or solvency requirements would potentially trigger accelerated repayment. Subject to MTEM’s continued compliance with the K2 Loan and Security Agreement, MTEM anticipates a cash runway into the second quarter of 2024.

On March 30, 2023 Galapagos NV (Euronext & NASDAQ: GLPG) and NovAliX reported a strategic collaboration in which Galapagos’ research and discovery capabilities and exclusively related employees based in Romainville, France, will be transferred to NovAliX, a drug discovery-focused Contract Research Organization (Press release, Galapagos, MAR 30, 2023, View Source [SID1234629655]). The agreement follows Galapagos’ renewed focus on its key therapeutic areas of oncology and immunology, and the strategic reorientation of the company into a fit-for-purpose research and development (R&D) organization which aims to accelerate innovation, reduce risks and shorten drug development timelines.

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Under the terms of the agreement, NovAliX will acquire Galapagos’ drug discovery and research activities conducted in Romainville, France. As a result of the acquisition Galapagos’ employees in Romainville who are exclusively dedicated to the operation of these activities will be transferred to NovAliX who is dedicated to assuming all ongoing research and discovery activities in Romainville. In return, Galapagos is committed to utilizing the research capabilities and expertise of NovAliX through a five year-collaboration and within the context of the company’s R&D portfolio. The financial impact is included in Galapagos’ previously announced 2023 cash burn guidance in the range of €380-420 million. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is anticipated to close in July 2023.

"Last year, we announced our Forward, Faster strategy, and the strategic reorientation of our company into a fit-for-purpose R&D organization. In light of our renewed focus and our goal to safeguard the continued employment of our colleagues at our research site in Romainville, we are extremely pleased that we have come to an agreement with NovAliX," commented Paul Stoffels1, CEO and Chairman of Galapagos. "I would like to thank our teams and NovAliX for their trust and commitment throughout the past several months to make this happen. I am confident that our transferred colleagues together with the teams at NovAliX will thrive and that they will continue to contribute to the future success of Galapagos as part of this long-term collaboration."

"We are extremely pleased to enter into an integrated drug discovery collaboration with Galapagos. The acquisition of Galapagos’ drug discovery and research activities in Romainville, including its highly skilled team, is the perfect fit for NovAliX in order to complement our DNA-Encoded-Libraries database2 and cryo-EM3 driven discovery engine. It positions us as a key player in the field, offering the full scope of drug discovery capabilities and innovative technologies in kidney diseases, fibrosis and immunology, complementing our existing expertise in oncology and infectious diseases," said Stephan Jenn, President of NovAliX. "This further demonstrates that we are executing on our growth strategy and our ambition to expand our service offering beyond early research. It highlights the evolution that is taking place in our sector, with the emergence of new partnership models between CROs and the biopharmaceutical industry to accelerate therapeutic innovation. We look forward to our long-term collaboration and to welcoming the Galapagos’ teams.