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Voyager Therapeutics Inc (VYGR) is a leader in developing gene therapies for central nervous system disorders through its proprietary TRACER™ platform. This page provides investors and researchers with essential updates on clinical developments, strategic partnerships, and scientific breakthroughs in AAV-based treatments.
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Voyager Therapeutics reported transformational progress in 2022, focusing on high-value neurology projects and validating its TRACER™ capsid platform via deals with Pfizer and Novartis. In 2023, it received a $175 million collaboration payment from Neurocrine Biosciences and a $25 million payment from Novartis for capsid licensing. The company selected a tau antibody development candidate for Alzheimer's and expects IND filings for both Alzheimer’s and ALS programs by 2024. Voyager initiated new research initiatives targeting Alzheimer’s disease and Huntington’s disease. Cash reserves stood at $118.8 million, anticipating operational sustainability into 2025.
Voyager Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VYGR) announced that Novartis has exercised options to license capsids from Voyager’s TRACER™ platform for two neurologic disease targets, marking a significant partnership in gene therapy. This exercise includes a $25 million payment and the potential for up to $600 million in milestone payments, alongside tiered royalties on net sales. The agreement may expand to include additional targets over the next 18 months. Voyager retains rights for other applications of its capsids and has already received $54 million upfront from Novartis.
Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VYGR) will release its fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results on March 7, 2023, before market opens. Following the announcement, a live conference call will take place at 8:30 a.m. ET for a detailed review of the results. Interested participants can register in advance for telephone access and find the live webcast on Voyager's investor relations website. Voyager is focused on gene therapy and neurology, with a pipeline addressing Alzheimer’s disease, ALS, Parkinson’s disease, and Friedreich’s Ataxia through its innovative TRACER™ AAV capsid discovery platform, enhancing target delivery and blood-brain barrier penetration.
Voyager Therapeutics, a biotechnology firm focused on gene therapy and neurology, announced its participation in several upcoming investor conferences. Key events include:
- SVB Securities Global Biopharma Conference (Virtual) – February 16, 2023, at 1:40 p.m. ET
- Cowen 43rd Annual Health Care Conference, Boston, MA – March 6, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. ET
- Oppenheimer 33rd Annual Healthcare Conference (Virtual) – March 13, 2023, at 8:40 a.m. ET
Webcasts of these sessions will be available on Voyager's website for 30 days post-event. The company utilizes its TRACER™ AAV capsid discovery platform to enhance gene therapy delivery and addresses neurological disorders.
Voyager Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VYGR) has announced employment agreements with two new hires that will include non-qualified stock options and restricted stock units. The stock option awards were approved by Voyager's Compensation Committee and became effective on January 23, 2023. One employee received options for 100,000 shares and restricted stock units for 50,000 shares, while the other employee received options for 50,000 shares and restricted units for 25,000 shares. Each stock option has a ten-year term with an exercise price of $9.16 per share. Vesting for these equity awards is tied to continued employment.
Voyager Therapeutics has entered a strategic collaboration with Neurocrine Biosciences to develop gene therapies for neurological diseases, including Parkinson's disease. The deal includes an up-front payment of $175 million, comprising $39 million in equity and potential milestone payments of up to $1.5 billion. Voyager retains options for co-development in the U.S. and will receive royalties on net sales, while Neurocrine acquires rights to multiple therapies. Jude Onyia from Neurocrine will join Voyager's Board of Directors.
Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VYGR), a biotechnology firm focused on gene therapy, will have its CEO, Alfred W. Sandrock, Jr., present at the 41st Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 12, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. PT / 1:30 p.m. ET. The presentation will be available via webcast on the company's website and archived for 30 days. Voyager is known for its TRACER™ AAV capsid discovery platform, aiming to enhance gene therapy delivery, with ongoing projects in Alzheimer's, ALS, Parkinson's, and Friedreich's Ataxia.
Voyager Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VYGR) has appointed Grace E. Colón, Ph.D., to its Board of Directors effective January 1, 2023. With over 25 years of experience in healthcare and biotech, Dr. Colón previously served as President and CEO of InCarda Therapeutics. Her leadership experience includes pivotal roles at Precigen and Gilead Sciences. The CEO of Voyager, Alfred W. Sandrock, emphasized that Dr. Colón's operational insights will be valuable as the company progresses its neurology and gene therapy initiatives. Voyager aims to overcome gene therapy delivery challenges and has a pipeline targeting conditions like Parkinson's and Alzheimer’s.
Voyager Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VYGR) has announced an employment agreement for a new hire, which includes grants of stock options and restricted stock units. The stock option allows the purchase of 54,000 shares at an exercise price of $5.57, vesting over four years. Additionally, 27,000 restricted stock units will vest annually over three years starting January 1, 2023. These equity awards aim to attract talent essential for Voyager's advancements in gene therapy and neurology. The company's TRACER platform aims to enhance gene therapy delivery targeting neurological diseases.
Voyager Therapeutics reported third quarter 2022 results, highlighting a significant validation of its TRACERTM capsid platform after Pfizer exercised its licensing option for a novel capsid, resulting in a $10 million payment. Collaboration revenue surged to $41.1 million, compared to $1.5 million in Q3 2021. Net income stood at $17.6 million, reversing a loss from the previous year. R&D expenses increased to $19.3 million, while G&A costs decreased. Voyager expects to maintain sufficient cash flow through 2024, supported by collaboration agreements.
