Genelux Announces Interim Results from SCLC and NSCLC Trials
Genelux announced interim results from two ongoing trials - Phase 1b/2 SCLC and Phase 2 VIRO-25 - evaluating systemic administration of Olvi-Vec in patients with progressive small cell lung cancer and progressive non-small cell lung cancer, respectively, after failure of prior platinum-based regimens. Together, the open-label studies are designed to demonstrate that the Olvi-Vec-primed immunochemotherapy mechanism of resensitizing tumors to platinum-based chemotherapy can extend beyond intraperitoneal delivery into a systemic delivery setting across multiple solid tumor types. Platinum-relapsed or platinum-refractory advanced SCLC: The open-label Phase 1b/2 SCLC trial is evaluating a single intravenous cycle with multiple doses of Olvi-Vec administered in combination with platinum and etoposide chemotherapy in SCLC patients with platinum-relapsed or platinum-refractory disease after failing previous treatment with platinum and etoposide chemotherapy. The trial is being conducted by the Company's licensing partner, Newsoara HYK Biopharmaceuticals. As of the data review cutoff date of December 23, 2025, systemic administration of Olvi-Vec in the initial dose escalation cohorts achieved the following preliminary results: 9 evaluable patients; Overall response rate of 33%, including three PRs; Two of the three PRs occurred in Cohort 4, the highest dose cohort tested as of the data review cutoff date, with tumor shrinkage of approximately 55% and 85% from baseline, representing an ORR of 67% in Cohort 4 and potentially suggesting a dose-response trend; Disease control rate of 67%; Tumor shrinkage of 24-85% among the six DCR patients, all of whom experienced a reduction in all target lesions from baseline; Olvi-Vec generally well tolerated; Exploratory durability signals: Two PR patients across different cohorts have been evaluated in long-term follow-up: A patient with 1 prior line, at last scan, achieved a PR with an ongoing progression-free survival of 12.1 months; A patient with 4 prior lines had a PFS of 7.7 months, which exceeds the PFS in the immediately preceding line in the same patient by 5.8 months. Notably, this SCLC trial is primarily evaluating safety and tolerability and, as such, patients who achieved objective responses from Olvi-Vec immunochemotherapy in this trial do not receive any subsequent standard maintenance immunotherapy to extend durability of response. Advanced or metastatic recurrent NSCLC: The open-label Phase 2 VIRO-25 trial is evaluating a single intravenous cycle with multiple doses of Olvi-Vec in combination with platinum chemotherapy and an immune checkpoint inhibitor in patients with advanced or metastatic recurrent NSCLC who failed standard frontline treatment of platinum chemotherapy and an ICI. The trial is being conducted in the United States. As of the data review cutoff date of December 31, 2025, systemic administration of Olvi-Vec in the initial dose escalation cohorts achieved the following preliminary results: 5 evaluable patients; DCR of 60%; Tumor size changes among the three DCR patients were 8.9%, -18.9%, and -22.7%, respectively, as compared to baseline; Olvi-Vec generally well tolerated. Upcoming Milestones: The Phase 1b/2 SCLC trial and Phase 2 VIRO-25 trial are actively enrolling in dose escalation cohorts with an aim to optimize efficacy, safety, and tolerability of Olvi-Vec. The trials are being conducted to align a systemic dosing regimen to support future multi-regional registrational clinical trials. Additional interim data readouts expected throughout 2026 in Phase 1b/2 SCLC trial and Phase 2 VIRO-25 trial; Topline data from the Phase 3 platinum-resistant/refractory ovarian cancer trial expected in second half of 2026.
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- Executive Participation: Genelux Corporation's President and CEO Thomas Zindrick, along with other executives, will participate in a virtual fireside chat on January 19, 2026, hosted by Boris Peaker, PhD, to enhance investor understanding of the company's clinical advancements.
- Clinical Trial Progress: Genelux's Olvi-Vec is undergoing multiple clinical trials, including a Phase 3 registrational trial for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer and a Phase 2 trial for non-small-cell lung cancer, showcasing the company's active exploration in tumor immunotherapy.
- Expansion into China: Olvi-Vec is also being evaluated in a multi-center Phase 1b/2 trial in China for recurrent small-cell lung cancer, indicating Genelux's strategic positioning in international markets.
- CHOICE™ Platform Advantage: The core of Genelux's R&D is its proprietary CHOICE™ platform, which supports the development of various isolated and engineered oncolytic immunotherapeutic product candidates, enhancing the company's competitiveness in the biopharmaceutical sector.

- FDA Approval: ScinoPharm Taiwan (TWSE:1789) received FDA approval for its Glatiramer Acetate Injection for treating adult multiple sclerosis patients, marking the company's first finished drug approval and paving the way for regulatory submissions in Europe and Asia for broader commercialization.
- Market Reaction: Following this announcement, ScinoPharm's stock price rose by 3.08% to NT$23.40 on January 8, 2025, reflecting positive market sentiment regarding the product's prospects.
- Clinical Trial Progress: The approval supports the company's competitiveness in the global market, as Glatiramer Acetate remains a key product despite revenue erosion from generics, highlighting its ongoing relevance in the biotech sector.
- Strategic Positioning: This approval not only strengthens ScinoPharm's position in the biopharmaceutical landscape but also lays the groundwork for future market expansions, demonstrating the company's commitment to innovative drug development.
- Funding Scale: Genelux announced the pricing of 6.67 million shares at $3.00 each, expecting to raise approximately $20 million, which will provide crucial funding for the company's R&D and clinical trials.
- Underwriting Arrangement: All shares in the offering are to be sold by Genelux, with the underwriter granted a 30-day option to purchase an additional 1 million shares, enhancing financial flexibility.
- Use of Proceeds: The proceeds are intended for general corporate purposes, including R&D expenses, clinical trial costs, and working capital, thereby supporting the company's ongoing development in the immuno-oncology sector.
- Market Reaction: The public offering is expected to close on January 9, 2026, and while market conditions may affect the transaction's completion, successful fundraising will strengthen Genelux's competitive position in the market.

- Alumis Clinical Progress: Alumis Inc. announced it will report topline data from its Phase 3 ONWARD clinical trial for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis on January 6, 2026, leading to a 17.33% stock surge, reflecting strong investor optimism ahead of the results.
- Genelux Trial Results: Genelux Corp. saw a 10.92% increase in share price following interim results from two ongoing trials, indicating that its Olvi-Vec may effectively resensitize tumors in small cell and non-small cell lung cancer patients, boosting market confidence in its product.
- Bright Minds Conference Announcement: Bright Minds Biosciences Inc. will host a conference call on January 6, 2026, to report results from its Phase 2 trial for drug-resistant absence seizures, with an 8.42% stock increase reflecting market anticipation for its findings.
- Alpha Tau FDA Submission: Alpha Tau Medical Ltd. submitted the first module of its pre-market approval application for Alpha DaRT to treat recurrent cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, resulting in a 5.36% stock rise, as this modular approach may expedite the approval process and enhance market confidence.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer Progress: In the Phase 1b/2 study conducted in China, Genelux's Olvi-Vec demonstrated a 33% overall response rate and a 67% disease control rate, with tumor shrinkage up to 85% in the highest-dose cohort, indicating the therapy's potential in small cell lung cancer treatment and possibly providing new options for future therapies.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Efficacy: In the Phase 2 VIRO-25 study in the U.S., five evaluable patients exhibited a 60% disease control rate, with tumor reductions ranging from 8.9% to 22.7%, showcasing Olvi-Vec's effectiveness in treating non-small cell lung cancer and potentially offering new hope for patients.
- Good Tolerability: Olvi-Vec was generally well tolerated in both trials, indicating its safety in clinical applications and laying the groundwork for larger-scale clinical trials in the future.
- Future Data Expectations: Genelux anticipates releasing additional interim data from both trials throughout 2026, with topline results from a Phase 3 ovarian cancer trial expected in the second half of 2026, which will provide crucial insights for the company's future R&D direction and market strategy.
- Executive Appointment: Genelux Corp. announced the appointment of Jason Litten as Chief Medical Officer effective January 2, overseeing clinical development and medical strategy to advance Olvi-Vec through multiple pivotal milestones.
- Extensive Experience: Litten brings over 20 years of biopharmaceutical experience, having most recently served as CMO at Chimeric Therapeutics, which will provide Genelux with valuable industry insights and leadership.
- Market Reaction: Following the announcement, Genelux shares closed up 0.46% at $4.36 on Nasdaq, indicating a positive market perception of the new appointment.
- Strategic Implications: This executive change not only enhances the company's clinical development capabilities but also lays a solid foundation for the future growth of Olvi-Vec, potentially boosting the company's competitiveness in the immuno-oncology sector.









