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Sutro Biopharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: STRO) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in South San Francisco, focused on the discovery, development, and manufacturing of next-generation cancer therapeutics. The company leverages its proprietary cell-free protein synthesis platform, XpressCF®, to produce novel antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and bispecific antibodies that target cancer cells with precision, aiming to offer improved safety and efficacy over traditional treatments.
Key products in Sutro's pipeline include STRO-001, designed for patients with multiple myeloma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and STRO-002 (also known as luveltamab tazevibulin or 'luvelta') for the treatment of ovarian and endometrial cancers. The company has recently initiated Phase 2/3 clinical trials for luvelta in platinum-resistant ovarian cancer (PROC) and is progressing towards trials for endometrial cancer. Sutro is also exploring additional indications, including non-small cell lung cancer and a rare pediatric form of acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
Recent achievements include the appointment of Dr. Hans-Peter Gerber as Chief Scientific Officer and the presentation of promising preliminary data for luvelta in endometrial cancer at ESMO 2023. Financially, Sutro reported cash and investments totaling $321.1 million and an additional $34.0 million in Vaxcyte common stock as of September 30, 2023, providing a projected cash runway into the first half of 2025.
Sutro's innovative approach is not limited to its product pipeline. The company operates the world's only cGMP cell-free manufacturing facility in San Carlos, California, giving it a strategic advantage in the biopharmaceutical industry. Sutro's numerous partnerships and collaborations have generated about $785 million in payments through September 2023, reflecting the significant value of its platform.
Sutro continues to build a robust pipeline and high-value collaborations, including recent partnerships with healthcare-focused institutional investors. The company has a strong financial outlook and a growing portfolio of clinical-stage candidates aimed at transforming cancer treatment. For more information, visit Sutro Biopharma.
Sutro Biopharma announced the appointment of Dr. Barbara Leyman as Chief Business Development Officer, effective July 8, 2024. Dr. Leyman brings 20 years of life science industry experience to Sutro and has a strong track record in business development, investing, and corporate strategy. Sutro's CEO, Bill Newell, highlighted her arrival at a critical time as the company progresses luvelta in two registration-directed trials. Dr. Leyman has previously held leadership roles at GenEdit, Lyell Immunopharma, and Calico Life Sciences. She was also a Head of Life Sciences Investment Fund at LRM and served on various biopharmaceutical boards. As part of her induction, Dr. Leyman received stock options and restricted stock units, vesting over four years.
Sutro Biopharma announced its Q1 2024 financial results, highlighting significant progress in its clinical pipeline. Key achievements include FDA clearance for a Phase 2 NSCLC trial with luvelta and ongoing Phase 2 studies for luvelta in ovarian cancer and in combination with bevacizumab. Sutro's cash position is strong with $267.6 million in cash and investments, bolstered by $75 million from the Ipsen licensing deal and $75 million from an equity offering. Despite a slight revenue increase to $13.0 million, operating expenses rose to $69.6 million, resulting in a net loss. The company is preparing for several clinical and corporate milestones in 2024, aiming to advance its ADC technologies.
Sutro Biopharma, Inc. announced the initiation of the randomized portion (Part 2) of the REFRαME-O1 trial for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer. 50 patients have been enrolled for Dose-Optimization (Part 1). Luvelta, a novel ADC targeting Folate Receptor-α, shows promise in addressing high unmet medical needs in PROC patients. The Phase 3 trial aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of luvelta versus chemotherapy in women with PROC.
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