• Organizations: Opus Genetics
Opus Genetics reports first-in-human trial data on LCA gene therapy
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Opus Genetics reports first-in-human trial data on LCA gene therapy

One-month findings from the first of three pediatric dosings indicate a clinically meaningful improvement in vision following just one dosing.
Opus Genetics receives Fast Track designation, reports phase 3 updates for phentolamine solution
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Opus Genetics receives Fast Track designation, reports phase 3 updates for phentolamine solution

VEGA-3 and LYNX-2 trials report completion and near completion of patient enrollment evaluating POS 0.75% for presbyopia and visual loss in low light conditions associated with keratorefractive surgery, respectively.
Opus Genetics and FDA agree on SPA for phase 3 NPDR gene therapy trial
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Opus Genetics and FDA agree on SPA for phase 3 NPDR gene therapy trial

Study’s newly-established primary endpoint will support a potential new drug application submission of APX3300 for market approval.
Ocuphire Pharma just purchased Opus Genetics
Business

Ocuphire Pharma just purchased Opus Genetics

Operating under the name “Opus Genetics,” the combined company features a pipeline of IRD-targeted gene therapy candidates.
FDA grants Opus Genetics Rare Pediatric Disease Designation for LCA gene therapy
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FDA grants Opus Genetics Rare Pediatric Disease Designation for LCA gene therapy

Designation qualifies OPGx-LCA5 to receive a priority review voucher, if approved.
Foundation Fighting Blindness grants Opus Genetics $1.7M to fund IRD programs
Research

Foundation Fighting Blindness grants Opus Genetics $1.7M to fund IRD programs

Project-based funding will support the advancement of two preclinical trials targeting retinitis pigmentosa.
Opus Genetics acquires rights to Iveric Bio gene therapy candidates
Pipeline

Opus Genetics acquires rights to Iveric Bio gene therapy candidates

Deal builds on the company’s existing portfolio of AAV-based gene therapies for inherited retinal diseases.