Coya Therapeutics, Inc. Stock Price, News & Analysis

Coya Therapeutics has expanded its research collaboration with the Houston Methodist Research Institute (HMRI) to advance the development of regenerative T cell (Treg) exosome technology. This initiative is funded by the Johnson Center for Cellular Therapeutics and aims to progress towards a first-in-human clinical study. The collaboration will also focus on validating clinical biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases and exploring drug combinations, particularly COYA 301 (low dose interleukin-2) and COYA 302 (LD IL-2 + CTLA4-Ig). These efforts could offer new therapeutic avenues for conditions like ALS, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's Disease.

Coya Therapeutics has published a study in Frontiers in Neurology on an ALS treatment using a combination of CTLA4-Ig and Low Dose Interleukin-2. The treatment showed promising results in halting disease progression over 24 weeks and reducing inflammation and oxidative stress. Four participants were administered the treatment, which was well-tolerated with no serious adverse events. The study revealed an improvement or stability in ALSFRS-R scores and significant enhancement in Regulatory T cell function. The company plans to file an IND application with the FDA for a larger, randomized controlled trial.

Coya Therapeutics (NASDAQ: COYA) announced the acceptance of a peer-reviewed manuscript in Frontiers in Neurology. The study, titled 'A Phase 1 Proof-of-Concept Study Evaluating Safety, Tolerability, and Biological Marker Responses with Combination Therapy of CTLA4-Ig and Interleukin-2 in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis,' highlights the halting of ALS progression at six months. The therapy also showed reduced inflammation and oxidative stress, and enhanced Regulatory T cell (Treg) function. This data was previously presented at the 2023 Muscular Dystrophy Association Clinical & Scientific Conference and the 2024 Society of Neuroimmune Pharmacology Conference. Dr. Fred Grossman, Coya's Chief Medical Officer, sees this as significant validation for their approach.

Coya Therapeutics (NASDAQ: COYA), a clinical-stage biotech company focused on enhancing regulatory T cell function, announced its inclusion in the MSCI USA Micro Cap Index, effective May 31, 2024. The Index, which tracks over 1,100 micro cap stocks with an average market cap of $122 million as of April 30, 2024, influences many microcap ETFs. CEO Howard Berman highlighted this inclusion as evidence of Coya's strategic focus and commitment to developing therapies for neurodegenerative diseases like ALS, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's. Coya anticipates several key milestones throughout 2024 that could significantly impact its trajectory.

Coya Therapeutics has completed a Phase 2 study on low-dose Interleukin-2 (LD IL-2) for mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease (AD). The double-blind, placebo-controlled study involved 38 patients over 30 weeks and was funded by the Gates Foundation and Alzheimer’s Association. The study aims to assess the safety, tolerability, and biological activity of LD IL-2. Preliminary data showed significant improvements in cognitive function and Treg cell activity in an earlier open-label study. Topline results are expected in summer 2024. The study was led by Drs. Stanley Appel and Alireza Faridar at Houston Methodist Hospital.

Coya Therapeutics has announced a $5 million investment from the Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF) to support the development of COYA 302 for Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). The investment involves the purchase of 603,136 shares at $8.29 per share. COYA 302, a combination drug, aims to suppress neuroinflammation by targeting multiple inflammatory pathways. This move aligns with ADDF's strategy of combination therapies for treating complex neurodegenerative diseases.

The funds will help advance COYA 302 into a Phase 2 trial for FTD. The ADDF's support reinforces the potential of combination therapies in combating diseases like Alzheimer's and FTD, which lack effective treatment options currently.

Coya Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: COYA) has expanded its clinical pipeline with COYA 302 for neurodegenerative diseases such as ALS, Parkinson's, FTD, and AD. The company announced successful meetings with the FDA, expanded patents, and presented data on immune system contributions. Coya's CEO highlighted the potential of COYA 302 in treating complex immune pathways and neurodegenerative diseases. Financially, Coya had $36.0 million in cash and cash equivalents as of March 31, 2024, with increased R&D and administrative expenses leading to a net loss of $5.1 million.