FDA Fast Track Designation for Novel KIF18A Inhibitor VLS-1488 in Ovarian Cancer
“Platinum-resistant high-grade serous ovarian cancer is marked by poor prognosis, highlighting the urgent need for new therapies for this devastating disease,” said Scott Drutman, M.D., Ph.D., Head of Research & Development and Chief Medical Officer. “Fast Track designation for VLS-1488 reaffirms the clear potential of KIF18A inhibition to address this unmet medical need and represents a critical step towards bringing these novel therapeutics to patients. We look forward to working closely with the FDA as we advance the development of inhibitors against this promising target.”
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