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American Association for Cancer Research. Data from this Phase 1
trial of oral picoplatin showed that picoplatin can achieve oral
bioavailability and supports further clinical development. These
results enable further clinical trials of oral picoplatin in new
combinations with radiation and oral chemotherapies as well as
targeted agents.
* Platinum Resistance: In April, we also announced preclinical
findings demonstrating that picoplatin retains its activity in SCLC
cell lines made resistant by treatment with cisplatin, carboplatin
or oxaliplatin. The data suggests that picoplatin may overcome
platinum resistance induced by currently available platinum agents.
We also announced an agreement with AltheaDx to use its Express
Pathway platform to identify molecular signatures that may be
correlated with platinum resistance. The identification of molecular
signatures of platinum resistance may lead to the development of
biomarkers for platinum resistance.
* Picoplatin Drug Substance Manufacturing: We announced an agreement
with W. C. Heraeus GmbH for the manufacture and supply of picoplatin
drug substance to support our clinical trials and commercial product
needs.
Management Appointments
* Appointed Robert De Jager, M.D., as chief medical officer of the
Company who brings a depth of experience to our clinical development
programs to help the company position picoplatin for the global
oncology marketplace
First Quarter 2008 Unaudited Financial Results
The Company reported a net loss of $9.9 million ($0.29 diluted loss per
share on a loss applicable to common shares of $10.0 million) for the first
quarter of 2008 compared to a net loss of $7.7 million ($0.34
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