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Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VYGR) is a biotechnology company focused on leveraging genetics to treat neurological diseases, and its news flow reflects progress across a multi-modality pipeline. Press releases frequently highlight updates in Alzheimer’s disease programs, including the anti-tau antibody VY7523 and the tau silencing gene therapy VY1706, as well as broader work in Friedreich’s ataxia, Parkinson’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and other central nervous system conditions.
News items cover clinical and preclinical data presentations at scientific meetings such as the International Conference on Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases (AD/PD™) and the American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy (ASGCT) annual meeting. Voyager reports new non-human primate and murine data, details on tau and amyloid targeting strategies, and advances in its TRACER™ AAV capsid discovery platform and next-generation capsids designed for blood-brain barrier penetration and immune evasion.
Investors and followers of VYGR can also expect regular financial and operating updates, typically furnished via Form 8-K, that summarize quarterly collaboration revenue, research and development spending, and cash position, along with commentary on cash runway and partnered program milestones. Additional news addresses collaborations and partnerships, including agreements with Neurocrine Biosciences, Novartis Pharma AG, Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, and a small molecule collaboration and option agreement with Transition Bio targeting TDP-43 in ALS and frontotemporal dementia.
This news page aggregates Voyager’s corporate announcements, scientific data disclosures, partnership updates, and financial reports, providing a centralized view of developments that may influence the company’s therapeutic pipeline and platform evolution. Readers interested in VYGR stock and the company’s role in genetic medicines for neurological disease can use this feed to follow key milestones and scientific progress over time.
Voyager Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VYGR) announced the appointment of Nathan Jorgensen, Ph.D., MBA, as Chief Financial Officer, effective July 8, 2024. Jorgensen, bringing extensive experience in investment banking, healthcare investing, and biotech operations, previously served as CFO at Vor Biopharma. He raised over $400 million in financings and managed various operational domains. Voyager's CEO, Alfred W. Sandrock, Jr., emphasized Jorgensen's blend of strategic leadership and neuroscience expertise as important for advancing their neurotherapeutics pipeline. Jorgensen expressed enthusiasm for Voyager's innovative platform and its potential to overcome neurology delivery challenges.
Voyager Therapeutics announced the dosing of the first participants in a Phase 1a single ascending dose (SAD) trial of VY-TAU01, an investigational anti-tau antibody designed to inhibit the spread of pathological tau in Alzheimer's disease. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial aims to assess the safety and pharmacokinetics of VY-TAU01 in healthy adults. Conducted at a single U.S. site, the trial plans to enroll around 48 patients. Data from this trial will inform a Phase 1b multiple ascending dose (MAD) trial in early Alzheimer's patients, expected to begin in 2025, with initial imaging data potentially available by late 2026. Chief Medical Officer Toby Ferguson highlighted this milestone as a testament to Voyager's neurology drug development capabilities.
Voyager Therapeutics reported its first quarter 2024 financial and operating results, highlighting several milestones and future expectations. The company received IND clearance for its anti-tau antibody VY-TAU01 for Alzheimer's disease and plans to start a trial soon. Development candidates were chosen for the GBA1 and Friedreich’s Ataxia gene therapy programs, with potential clinical entries in 2025. Voyager appointed Dr. Toby Ferguson as Chief Medical Officer. The company completed a $100 million public offering and announced a strategic collaboration with Novartis, which included an $80 million upfront payment and $20 million in newly issued equity. Voyager’s cash position is strong at approximately $400 million, providing financial runway into 2027. However, collaboration revenue dropped from $150.5 million in Q1 2023 to $19.5 million in Q1 2024, leading to a net loss of $11.3 million compared to a net income of $124 million in the same period last year. R&D expenses increased due to program-related spending.
Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. presented data on second-generation TRACER™-Generated Capsids and CNS Gene Therapy Programs at the ASGCT 27th Annual Meeting. The data showed enhanced blood-brain barrier penetrance, broad CNS biodistribution, and robust transduction of key cell types, supporting the high translational potential of TRACER capsids for gene therapy in the CNS. The company aims to file INDs for three development candidates in neurologic diseases by 2025.
Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VYGR) will report its first quarter 2024 financial and operating results on May 13, 2024. The company will host a conference call and webcast to review the results. Participants can join via telephone or live webcast. Registration is required.
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