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Altimmune, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALT) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing next-generation immunotherapeutics and vaccines addressing critical public health and biodefense needs. Leveraging the unique properties of its proprietary platform technologies, Altimmune is adept at swiftly designing product candidates targeting a range of diseases, including respiratory conditions, chronic infections, and cancer.
Altimmune's advanced Densigen™ T-cell platform technology is specifically designed to guide the immune system's response against complex disease targets by focusing on multiple antigens simultaneously. Another key platform, RespirVec™, uses needle-free intranasal delivery for faster and broader immunity against pathogens compared to traditional vaccines.
The company is also heavily involved in addressing obesity and liver diseases through its innovative peptide therapeutics. The lead product candidate, pemvidutide, is a GLP-1/glucagon dual receptor agonist under development for obesity and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Pemvidutide has shown promising results in clinical trials, achieving significant weight loss and liver fat reduction. It has received Fast Track designation from the U.S. FDA for treating NASH, highlighting its potential to meet significant unmet medical needs.
Altimmune's pipeline also includes HepTcell™, an immunotherapeutic designed to achieve a functional cure for chronic hepatitis B. However, the company has recently decided to cease further development on HepTcell based on Phase 2 trial findings.
Financially, Altimmune maintains a robust cash position, enabling it to advance its clinical programs. Recent financial results indicate a focused investment in research and development, ensuring continued progress in its pipeline.
Significant recent achievements include:
- Positive top-line results from the 48-week MOMENTUM Phase 2 obesity trial of pemvidutide.
- Ongoing Phase 2b IMPACT trial of pemvidutide in MASH with top-line results expected in Q1 2025.
- Strong financial position with substantial cash reserves to support ongoing and future research activities.
Altimmune is poised at the forefront of developing transformative therapies for serious health conditions, potentially delivering significant advancements in patient care.
Altimmune presented the results of its Phase 1 clinical trial for pemvidutide at the 2022 International Liver Congress, focusing on obesity and NASH treatment. The presentation, titled "Pemvidutide (ALT-801), a novel GLP-1/Glucagon Dual Receptor Agonist, Achieves Rapid and Potent Reductions in Body Weight and Liver Fat", was delivered by Dr. Stephen A. Harrison on June 25, 2022. The study displayed significant findings, earning a spot in the congress's Best of International Liver Congress. Additionally, Dr. Scott Harris will discuss study findings at a press conference on June 24, 2022.
Altimmune, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALT) announced its participation in two upcoming investor conferences in June 2022. The events include the Jefferies 2022 Global Healthcare Conference on June 10 at 10:00 am ET and the JMP Securities Life Sciences Conference on June 16 at 9:00 am ET, both held in New York. Interested investors can access the webcast via the company’s website. Altimmune develops novel therapeutics for obesity and liver diseases.
Altimmune, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALT) announced that Dr. Samuel Klein will present at the 82nd American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions from June 3-7, 2022, in New Orleans, LA. He will discuss the results of a Phase 1 clinical trial for pemvidutide, a dual receptor agonist targeting obesity and NASH. The presentation is scheduled for June 6, 2022, at 4:30 pm CDT, highlighting pemvidutide's potential for significant weight loss without dose adjustments. Altimmune is committed to developing innovative peptide-based therapies for metabolic and liver diseases.
Altimmune, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALT) announced that Dr. Scott Harris will present at the 5th Global NASH Congress in London on May 27, 2022. His presentation will focus on pemvidutide, a novel dual receptor agonist aimed at treating obesity and NASH. Dr. Harris will also moderate a panel on clinical endpoints in NASH trials. The event highlights Altimmune's commitment to developing innovative therapeutics in the weight loss and liver disease sectors.
Altimmune, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company (Nasdaq: ALT), announced its participation in two investor conferences in May 2022. The H.C. Wainwright Global Investment Conference is set for May 24 at 7:00 am Eastern Time, available via webcast. The B. Riley Securities Institutional Investor Conference will take place on May 26 at 1:00 pm Pacific Time, featuring an in-person fireside chat. Altimmune focuses on developing novel therapeutics for obesity and liver diseases, including its lead candidate, pemvidutide (ALT-801).
Altimmune, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALT) reported financial results for Q1 2022, showcasing ongoing clinical developments of pemvidutide, a dual receptor agonist for obesity. Notably, interim data from the Phase 2 MOMENTUM trial is expected in Q4 2022, with 10% weight loss observed after 12 weeks. However, revenue was minimal at $0.0 million, down from $0.8 million YoY, primarily due to halted projects. R&D expenses rose to $15.1 million, leading to a net loss of $19.4 million. The company holds $180 million in cash, offering a healthy runway for future trials.
Altimmune, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, will announce its first quarter 2022 financial results on May 12, 2022. The management will host a conference call at 8:30 AM ET to discuss these results and provide a business update. The company focuses on developing peptide-based therapeutics for obesity and liver diseases, with its primary candidate being pemvidutide (ALT-801) for obesity and NASH treatment. Additionally, it is developing HepTcell™, aimed at treating chronic hepatitis B.
Altimmune, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced the successful completion of enrollment in its 12-week Phase 1b trial of pemvidutide for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and the initiation of the 48-week Phase 2 MOMENTUM trial for obesity. The MOMENTUM trial aims to evaluate the safety and efficacy of pemvidutide, targeting approximately 320 non-diabetic subjects. Results from a prior Phase 1 trial indicated an average weight loss of 10.3%. Key data readouts are anticipated in Q3 and Q4 2022.
Altimmune, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALT) reported financial results for Q4 and the full year of 2021, revealing a strong cash position of $190.3 million as of December 31, 2021. The company anticipates significant clinical data readouts over the next year, particularly from the pemvidutide (ALT-801) program, which showed promising results in weight loss and lipid reduction. The enrollment for the Phase 1b trial is over 90% complete, with data expected in Q3 2022. Revenue for Q4 2021 was $3.3 million, up from $2.3 million in Q4 2020, contributing to a net loss of $23.9 million for the quarter.
Altimmune, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALT) will report its fourth quarter and full year 2021 financial results on March 15, 2022. The management will host a conference call at 8:30 AM ET to discuss these results and provide a business update. The company focuses on novel peptide-based therapeutics for obesity and liver diseases, with its lead candidate, pemvidutide (ALT-801), being developed for obesity and NASH. Additional developments include HepTcell™, an immunotherapeutic for chronic hepatitis B.
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