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TransCode Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNAZ) is a Boston-based clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to combating metastatic disease through the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel microRNA (miRNA) therapeutics. The company's pioneering work centers around its proprietary TTX nanoparticle platform, designed to effectively deliver RNA-based therapies to target and treat various cancers.
The lead therapeutic candidate of TransCode Therapeutics, TTX-MC138, focuses on metastatic tumors that overexpress microRNA-10b, a well-known biomarker associated with metastasis. This candidate is currently undergoing rigorous clinical trials, with initial results indicating promising accumulation of the therapy in metastatic lesions.
The company also boasts a diverse pipeline of RNA therapeutic candidates, including TTX-siPDL1 and TTX-RIGA, aimed at overcoming the delivery challenges of RNA therapies and addressing novel genetic targets relevant to different cancer types. TransCode is actively engaged in expanding its research collaborations, as highlighted by its project combining the TTX platform with Debiopharm’s drug delivery technologies.
However, TransCode faces noteworthy financial and regulatory challenges. Recent communications reveal that the company is addressing compliance issues with Nasdaq listing requirements and the potential need for a reverse stock split to maintain its listing status. Despite these hurdles, TransCode remains committed to advancing its research and development efforts, securing strategic partnerships, and raising sufficient capital to drive its innovative pipeline forward.
TransCode’s vision extends beyond treating metastatic cancer; they aim to revolutionize cancer therapy by creating highly selective treatments that trigger the immune response against tumors while sparing healthy tissues. This approach is exemplified by their tumor-selective RIG-I agonists currently in development.
TransCode Therapeutics (NASDAQ: RNAZ) has regained compliance with Nasdaq's listing standards, ensuring its stock remains on the exchange. The scheduled hearing for June 25, 2024, has been cancelled. The company will be monitored by Nasdaq until January 26, 2025. This compliance follows recent positive developments, including favorable blood test results from a Phase 0 clinical trial and FDA approval to proceed with a Phase 1 study. TransCode's leadership indicates that with the current share price above the $1.00 minimum bid, a reverse split is not anticipated.
TransCode Therapeutics (NASDAQ: RNAZ) announced positive preliminary data from its Phase 0 clinical trial for TTX-MC138, their lead RNA-based therapeutic candidate. The trial showed significant inhibition of the molecular target miRNA-10b, with a 66% reduction in the patient's blood 24 hours post-administration. This inhibition is linked to complete regressions of metastatic disease in animal models. The study also revealed effective delivery of TTX-MC138 to metastatic tumors and no adverse events were observed, indicating the treatment's safety at a microdose. These findings support further clinical development, with a Phase 1 study planned to explore TTX-MC138's potential for treating multiple metastatic cancers.
TransCode Therapeutics issued an open letter to shareholders regarding a proposed reverse split of their stock due to not meeting the Minimum Bid Requirement. The company faces potential delisting from Nasdaq but intends to appeal the decision. They believe a reverse split is the best chance to maintain Nasdaq listing. The Board and Management express their reluctance but emphasize the importance of shareholder support.