Athira Pharma Announces Exclusive License to Lasofoxifene Ph 3 Development Program for Metastatic Breast Cancer Candidate and Financing for up to $236M
“Today marks a defining moment for our company. This agreement for the rights to the Phase 3 lasofoxifene program for metastatic breast cancer is a significant step in building a pipeline with the potential to change lives and create enduring value,” said Mark Litton, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Athira. “This program provides a near-term opportunity to generate pivotal data necessary for the approval of lasofoxifene and to establish it as the new standard of care to treat ESR1-mutant breast cancer in patients who have progressed on aromatase inhibitors and prior CDK4/6 inhibitors. Supported by compelling Phase 2 clinical data and backed by blue-chip investors, we have a clear development strategy and are committed to advancing therapies that matter to patients while delivering value for our shareholders.”
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