Zymeworks, Inc.
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Researchers are working to optimize the properties of antibody-drug conjugates in order to maximize clinical efficacy while minimizing the risk of toxicities.
Jazz Pharmaceuticals and Zymeworks announced results from a Phase II trial of the latter’s HER2-targeted antibody for metastatic gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma.
Jazz Pharmaceuticals exercised its option on Zymeworks’ promising anti-cancer agent.
Jazz and Zymeworks entered into a $50 million licensing agreement over zanidatamab, Zymeworks’ bispecific antibody targeting HER2.
Paul Moore took over as CSO at Zymeworks in July at a pivotal time for the company. He spoke with BioSpace about his ambitions.
Another C-suite change at Zymeworks was announced Monday, with the appointment of Paul Moore, Ph.D. as chief scientific officer.
Zymeworks increased its stake in the company to 6.9%, slightly under 4 million shares, and options with shares popped 13% after the original bid and are up another 10%.
The Zymeworks Board of Directors has rejected an acquisition proposal from activist investor All Blue Falcons FZE, calling the attempt “opportunistic.”
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