9, compared to $6.6 million for the same period in 2008. This decrease is related to comparative euro to US dollar exchange rate fluctuations, the absence in 2009 of certain non-recurring corporate expenses related to organizational changes, including severance costs, which had been incurred in the second quarter of 2008, and to continuing cost-saving measures that were implemented beginning in the second quarter of 2008.
Consolidated net loss for the three-month period ended June 30, 2009 was $13.1 million, or $0.24 per basic and diluted share, compared to $20.6 million, or $0.39 per basic and diluted share, for the same period in 2008. This decrease is mainly related to lower comparative R D and SG A expenses, partially offset by lower comparative revenues, as discussed above.
Consolidated cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments were $57.3 million as at June 30, 2009.
CONFERENCE CALL
Management will be hosting a conference call for the investment community beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time today, Tuesday, August 11, 2009, to discuss second quarter 2009 results. Individuals interested in participating in the live conference call by telephone may dial 800-588-4942, 416-644-3426, or 514-807-8791, or may listen through the Internet at www.aezsinc.com. A replay will be available on the Company's website for 30 days following the live event.
About AEterna Zentaris Inc.
AEterna Zentaris Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on endocrine therapy and oncology, with proven expertise in drug discovery, development and commercialization. News releases and additional information are available at www.aezsinc.com.
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