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Oncolytics Biotech® to Participate in a Panel Presentation at Canaccord Genuity

Key Takeaway: Oncolytics Biotech Inc. announced that CEO Dr. Matt Coffey will participate in the Viral Approaches in Oncology panel at the Canaccord Genuity Horizons in Oncology Virtual Conference on April 15, 2024. The company is advancing its immunotherapeutic agent, pelareorep, which has shown promising results in Phase 2 studies involving breast and pancreatic cancers. The agent is noted for its ability to enhance anti-cancer immune responses. Additionally, Oncolytics is engaged in virtual investor meetings during the conference to foster investment opportunities.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Participation in a prominent oncology panel at a recognized conference.
  • Presentation of promising clinical results of pelareorep in multiple cancer types.
  • Engagement in one-on-one investor meetings enhances investor relations.
  • Fast Track designation from the FDA for pivotal cancer studies.

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Full Press Release Details

SAN DIEGO and CALGARY, AB, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Oncolytics Biotech® Inc. (NASDAQ: ONCY) (TSX: ONC), a clinical-stage immunotherapeutics company focused on oncology, today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Matt Coffey will participate in the Viral Approaches in Oncology panel at Canaccord Genuity's Horizons in Oncology Virtual Conference, which is taking place on April 15, 2024. Additional details on the panel presentation can be found below.
Date: Monday, April 15, 2024
Panel Title: Viral Approaches in Oncology
A live webcast of the panel presentation will be available to registered attendees of the conference through the conference website. Company management will also be participating in virtual one-on-one investor meetings at the conference. To schedule a meeting, contact your Canaccord representative or email [email protected].
About Oncolytics Biotech Inc.
Oncolytics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing pelareorep, an intravenously delivered immunotherapeutic agent. Pelareorep has demonstrated promising results in Phase 2 studies in breast and pancreatic cancers. It acts by inducing anti-cancer immune responses and promotes an inflamed tumor phenotype -- turning "cold" tumors "hot" -- through innate and adaptive immune responses to treat a variety of cancers.
Pelareorep has demonstrated synergies with multiple approved oncology treatments. Oncolytics is currently conducting and planning combination clinical trials with pelareorep in solid and hematological malignancies as it advances towards registrational studies in metastatic breast cancer and pancreatic cancer, both of which have received Fast Track designation from the FDA. For further information, please visit: www.oncolyticsbiotech.com or follow the company on social media on LinkedIn and on X @oncolytics.
Director of IR & Communication
Investor Relations for Oncolytics

Frequently Asked Questions

What event will Dr. Matt Coffey participate in?

Dr. Matt Coffey will join the Viral Approaches in Oncology panel at Canaccord Genuity's conference.

What date is the conference scheduled for?

The conference will take place on April 15, 2024.

What is pelareorep developed for?

Pelareorep is an immunotherapeutic agent being developed for cancer treatment.

What cancers has pelareorep shown promise in?

Pelareorep has shown encouraging results in treating breast and pancreatic cancers.

What designation have metastatic cancers received from the FDA?

Both metastatic breast cancer and pancreatic cancer have received Fast Track designation.

Last updated: Apr 2, 2024