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Kura Oncology to Participate in SVB Securities Global Biopharma Conference

Key Takeaway: Kura Oncology, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, announced its participation in the virtual SVB Securities Global Biopharma Conference, slated for February 14, 2023. CEO Troy Wilson will engage in a fireside chat as part of the event. The company is focused on the development of precision medicines for cancer treatment and has several promising drug candidates in its pipeline, including a Breakthrough Therapy Designation drug for HRAS-mutant head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. Additionally, Kura is advancing its next-generation farnesyl transferase inhibitor through initial clinical studies.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Kura Oncology is participating in a significant biopharma conference, showcasing their commitment to cancer treatment.
  • The company has received Breakthrough Therapy Designation for a promising drug aimed at treating a specific type of cancer.
  • Kura's ongoing clinical trials demonstrate proactive engagement in advancing innovative cancer therapies.

Full Press Release Details

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kura Oncology, Inc. (Nasdaq: KURA), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to realizing the promise of precision medicines for the treatment of cancer, today announced its participation in the virtual SVB Securities Global Biopharma Conference. Troy Wilson, Ph.D., J.D., President and Chief Executive Officer, is scheduled to participate in a fireside chat at 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT on February 14, 2023.
A live audio webcast of the fireside chat will be available in the Investors section of Kura’s website at www.kuraoncology.com, with an archived replay available following the event.
Kura Oncology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to realizing the promise of precision medicines for the treatment of cancer. The Company’s pipeline consists of small molecule drug candidates that target cancer signaling pathways. Ziftomenib, a potent and selective menin inhibitor, is currently in development for patients with NPM1-mutant and KMT2A-rearranged acute myeloid leukemia. Tipifarnib, a potent, selective and orally bioavailable farnesyl transferase inhibitor (FTI), has received Breakthrough Therapy Designation for the treatment of patients with HRAS-mutant head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Kura is conducting a Phase 1/2 trial (KURRENT-HN) of tipifarnib in combination with the PI3Kα inhibitor alpelisib to address larger genetic subsets of HNSCC patients, including those whose tumors are dependent on HRAS and/or PI3Kα pathways. The Company has also initiated a Phase 1 trial (KURRENT-LUNG) of tipifarnib in combination with osimertinib in EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer. Kura intends to perform initial clinical evaluation with tipifarnib while in parallel advancing KO-2806, the Company’s next-generation FTI, through a Phase 1 first-in-human study. For additional information, please visit Kura’s website at www.kuraoncology.com.
Senior Vice President, Investor Relations &
Corporate Communications
Alexandra Weingarten
Senior Manager, Corporate Communications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kura Oncology focused on?

Kura Oncology is dedicated to developing precision medicines for cancer treatment.

When will Kura's fireside chat take place?

The fireside chat is scheduled for February 14, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. ET.

Where can I watch the fireside chat?

The chat will be streamed live on Kura's Investors webpage.

What is Ziftomenib used to treat?

Ziftomenib targets NPM1-mutant and KMT2A-rearranged acute myeloid leukemia.

What is the status of Tipifarnib?

Tipifarnib has Breakthrough Therapy Designation for HRAS-mutant head and neck cancer.

Last updated: Feb 7, 2023