Nuvectis Pharma Announces a Publication in The Journal of Experimental Medicine for NXP900 in an In-Vivo Model of Metastatic Castration Resistant Prostate Cancer (“mCRPC”) with Acquired Resistance to Enzalutamide, the Active Ingredient in Xtandi®

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Nuvectis Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: NVCT) announced a publication in the Journal of Experimental Medicine regarding NXP900's efficacy in treating metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) resistant to enzalutamide (XTANDI^®). The publication suggests that NXP900, also known as eCF506, may reverse resistance to XTANDI^® when combined with it. The CEO, Ron Bentsur, emphasized the drug's potential as a leading SRC/YES1 kinase inhibitor, with expectations for clinical advancement. Nuvectis Pharma is focused on addressing unmet medical needs in oncology and is also developing NXP800, which targets ARID1a mutations.

Positive

• Publication highlights NXP900's potential in reversing XTANDI resistance.
• NXP900 may become a best-in-class SRC/YES1 kinase inhibitor.
• Strong preclinical data supports future clinical trials for both NXP900 and NXP800.

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• None.

Co-corresponding authors: Charles Sawyers (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center) and Bin-Zhi Qian (University of Edinburgh)

FORT LEE, N.J, Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nuvectis Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: NVCT) (“Nuvectis” or the “Company”), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of innovative precision medicines for the treatment of serious conditions of unmet medical need in oncology, today announced a publication in the Journal of Experimental Medicine (“JEM”) for NXP900 in an in-vivo model of metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer (“mCRPC”) with acquired resistance to enzalutamide, the active ingredient in XTANDI^®.

“This publication adds encouraging new data to the substantial body of evidence supporting the clinical potential of NXP900 (referred to as eCF506 in the publication),” said Ron Bentsur, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nuvectis. Mr. Bentsur continued, “Led by top scientists and published in a leading scientific journal, the research, which highlights NXP900's potential to reverse XTANDI^® resistance when dosed in combination with XTANDI^®, also highlights the relationship between the effects seen in the enzalutamide-resistant mCRPC model to NXP900’s mechanism of action. Based on all the evidence generated to date, we believe that NXP900 has the potential to become a best-in-class SRC/YES1 kinase inhibitor with potential utility in a range of solid tumor cancers and we look forward to unlocking its therapeutic potential in the clinic.”

The publication, titled "Macrophages Promote Anti-Androgen Resistance in Prostate Cancer Bone Disease", can be found here.

About Nuvectis Pharma, Inc.

Nuvectis Pharma, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of innovative precision medicines for the treatment of serious conditions of unmet medical need in oncology. The Company is currently developing two drug candidates, NXP800 and NXP900. NXP800 is a clinical stage, oral small molecule that has demonstrated robust preclinical anti-tumor activity in ARID1a-mutated xenograft models of ovarian and gastric carcinomas. NXP800 was granted Fast Track Designation by the United States Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of platinum-resistant, ARID1a-mutated, ovarian carcinoma. NXP900 is a novel, small molecule SRC/YES1 kinase inhibitor with a phase 1 clinical trial pending commencement.

Forward Looking Statements

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Company Contact:

Ron Bentsur, Chairman and CEO

Nuvectis Pharma, Inc.

rbentsur@nuvectis.com

IR Contact:

Christopher M. Calabrese

LifeSci Advisors

Tel: 917-680-5608

ccalabrese@lifesciadvisors.com

 

FAQ

What does the Nuvectis Pharma publication in JEM indicate about NXP900?

The publication suggests that NXP900 may reverse resistance to XTANDI in mCRPC patients.

What is the significance of NXP900 for treating prostate cancer?

NXP900 has the potential to be a leading SRC/YES1 kinase inhibitor, offering a new treatment avenue for mCRPC.

When is the clinical trial for NXP900 expected to start?

The Phase 1 clinical trial for NXP900 is pending commencement.

What other drug candidates is Nuvectis Pharma developing?

Nuvectis Pharma is also developing NXP800, which targets ARID1a mutations in cancers.

Why is the research on NXP900 important for investors?

The positive data published could enhance Nuvectis' market position and attract investor interest.