Agios to Host a Webinar on its Pyruvate Kinase-R (PKR) Activation Clinical Programs and Commercial Outlook on Thursday, November 19, 2020

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Agios Pharmaceuticals will host a webinar on November 19, 2020, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. ET, focusing on its pyruvate kinase-R (PKR) activation clinical programs and commercial outlook for hemolytic anemias. The event will feature presentations from Agios leadership and experts discussing PKR's role in treating disorders such as pyruvate kinase deficiency, thalassemia, and sickle cell disease. Attendees can access the live webcast through the Agios website, with a replay available for two weeks post-event.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:AGIO), a leader in the field of cellular metabolism to treat cancer and rare genetic diseases, today announced that the company will host a webinar focused on its pyruvate kinase-R (PKR) activation clinical programs and the commercial outlook across three distinct hemolytic anemias on Thursday, November 19, 2020 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. ET.

The webinar will provide an overview of Agios’ leadership in elucidating the PKR activation mechanism; the role of PKR activators in treating serious hemolytic anemias, including pyruvate kinase (PK) deficiency, thalassemia and sickle cell disease, as evidenced by significant clinical data across these three disease areas; and the company’s commercial outlook and preparations for its first potential launch in a rare genetic disease. Presentations will be given by members of Agios’ leadership team and external speakers including:

• Eduard J. van Beers, M.D., Ph.D., hematologist and associate professor at University Medical Center Utrecht
• Jackie Fouse, Ph.D., chief executive officer at Agios
• Chris Bowden, M.D., chief medical officer at Agios
• Bruce Car, Ph.D., chief scientific officer at Agios
• Darrin Miles, senior vice president U.S. commercial and global marketing at Agios
  

A live webcast of the presentations can be accessed under "Events & Presentations" in the Investors section of the company's website at www.agios.com. The presentations are scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. ET and conclude at 10:30 a.m. ET. A replay of the webcast will be archived on the Agios website for at least two weeks following the presentation.

About Agios
Agios is focused on discovering and developing novel investigational medicines to treat malignant hematology, solid tumors and rare genetic diseases through scientific leadership in the field of cellular metabolism. In addition to an active research and discovery pipeline across these three therapeutic areas, Agios has two approved oncology precision medicines and multiple first-in-class investigational therapies in clinical and/or preclinical development. For more information, please visit the company's website at www.agios.com.

Contacts

Investors:
Holly Manning, 617-844-6630
Director, Investor Relations
Holly.Manning@agios.com

Media:
Jessica Rennekamp, 857-209-3286
Associate Director, Corporate Communications
Jessica.Rennekamp@agios.com

FAQ

What is the focus of Agios Pharmaceuticals' webinar on November 19, 2020?

The webinar will focus on pyruvate kinase-R (PKR) activation clinical programs and the commercial outlook for hemolytic anemias.

Who are the speakers at the Agios webinar on PKR activation?

Speakers include Eduard J. van Beers, Jackie Fouse, Chris Bowden, Bruce Car, and Darrin Miles.

What diseases will be discussed during Agios' webinar?

The webinar will discuss pyruvate kinase deficiency, thalassemia, and sickle cell disease.

How can I access the webinar hosted by Agios Pharmaceuticals?

The webinar can be accessed live through the 'Events & Presentations' section on the Agios website.

Will the Agios webinar be available for replay?

Yes, a replay of the webinar will be available on the Agios website for at least two weeks following the event.