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Virpax Pharmaceuticals announced the pricing of a public offering totaling $2.25 million. This offering includes 1,666,667 shares of common stock and Series A-1 and A-2 warrants. The shares and warrants are priced at $1.35 each, with Series A-1 warrants expiring in five years and Series A-2 in eighteen months. The offering is expected to close around May 17, 2024, subject to customary conditions. The securities are being offered under a registration statement filed with the SEC.

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Virpax Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VRPX) announced its Q1 2024 results and recent developments. The company reported an increase in general and administrative expenses to $1.7M and R&D expenses to $1.6M, leading to an operating loss of $3.2M. Cash reserves stood at $1.9M as of March 31, 2024. Key highlights include the positive results of the Probudur™ Maximum Tolerated Dose Study, ongoing development of Envelta™ and NobrXiol™, and a settlement agreement with Sorrento Therapeutics and Scilex Pharmaceuticals. The company is also seeking additional grants and licensing opportunities. CEO Gerald W. Bruce expressed optimism about the future despite the financial challenges.

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Virpax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced the results of a Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) study for Probudur™, a long-acting liposomal bupivacaine formulation aimed at reducing the need for opioids after surgery. The study showed that Probudur provided both immediate and sustained pain relief at the wound site, with minimal toxicity and better therapeutic results compared to free bupivacaine. The formulation demonstrated the potential to offer rapid onset and prolonged action, marking significant progress towards completing preclinical studies and filing for an Investigational New Drug Application (IND) by the end of the year.

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Virpax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced its financial results for the twelve months ended December 31, 2023, highlighting regained compliance with Nasdaq, settlement agreements, and progress in developing non-addictive pain management products. The company reported positive initial results from a pilot study of Probudur™ by the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, with plans for further studies. Virpax also emphasized its focus on non-addictive product candidates, government grants, and partnerships to advance pain assets.
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Virpax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced a 1-for-10 reverse stock split of its common stock, aiming to regain Nasdaq compliance and attract more investors. The split will reduce outstanding shares from 11.7 million to 1.2 million, with no change in ownership percentage. The company's CEO expressed optimism about future prospects despite challenges in the capital markets.
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Virpax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has entered into a term sheet to settle litigation with Sorrento Therapeutics, Inc. and Scilex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The settlement includes cash payments totaling $6 million and royalties on net sales of certain products.
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Virpax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced positive initial results from a pilot study for Probudur, a product designed to reduce or eliminate the need for opioids after surgery or trauma. The study, performed by the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, showed that both doses of Probudur reduced incision-induced pain behaviors in a rat model. Virpax has also highlighted its success in securing government grants to fund clinical trials for its products.
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Virpax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRPX) announced the approval of a reverse stock split to maintain compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement. The reverse split ratio will be between 1-to-2 to 1-to-20, with the effective date to be announced later if the minimum bid price requirement is not met by April 8, 2024.
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Virpax® Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRPX) received a notice from Nasdaq stating non-compliance with filing its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2023. The company filed a Notification of Late Filing on Form 12b-25 and continues to evaluate a litigation decision. Virpax is working diligently to finalize and file the Quarterly Report.
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Virpax Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRPX) announced the resignation of CEO and Chairman Anthony P. Mack due to ongoing litigation. The Board appointed Gerald Bruce as CEO and Dr. Eric Floyd as Chairman. Mr. Bruce has extensive experience in commercial operations and pharmaceutical sales, while Dr. Floyd brings over 25 years of experience in regulatory affairs and quality assurance. The company aims to begin first-in-human trials under the new leadership.
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virpax pharmaceuticals specializes in developing new drug delivery systems across various indications to increase compliance and maximize the ability to achieve full therapeutic efficacy. we develop branded pharmaceutical products for pain management by using cutting-edge technology to enhance patients'​ quality of life, all while creating value for our investors and partners. we are focused on becoming a global leader in non-opioid pain management by developing and delivering innovative pharmaceutical products to our customers. virpax is committed to collaborating with its network of u.s. and global partners to advance the development of proprietary drug platforms that will produce the next generation of branded pharmaceutical products.