- Candidate VY1706 demonstrates significant reductions of tau at low doses in NHP study; IND and CTA filings anticipated in 2026 - - VY1706 is the fifth neuro gene therapy development candidate nominated leveraging Voyager's IV-delivered, CNS-penetrant TRACER capsids - LEXINGTON, Mass., Nov. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, today announced that it has selected a lead development candidate, VY1706, for its tau silencing gene therapy program in Alzheimer's disease. The Company anticipates filing an investigational new drug (IND) application with the U.S. Food and Drug Administratio

- Enrollment and dosing complete in single ascending dose clinical trial of anti-tau antibody VY7523 for Alzheimer's; on track to generate top-line data H1 2025 - - Recent third-party clinical data establish that an antibody can inhibit tau accumulation in the human brain; provide support for use of an antibody to target tau in Alzheimer's - - Continued partnership progress in Q3 2024 evidenced by new capsid license and new gene therapy development candidate selection - - INDs on track for three CNS gene therapies in 2025 in SOD1 ALS, GBA1 Parkinson's and other GBA1-mediated disease, and Friedreich's ataxia programs - LEXINGTON, Mass., Nov. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Thera

LEXINGTON, Mass., Nov. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, today announced that the Company will participate in multiple upcoming investor conferences: Truist Securities BioPharma Symposium, in New York City, including a panel discussion on Genetic Medicines at 1:45 p.m. ET on November 7, 2024Guggenheim Inaugural Healthcare Innovation Conference*, in Boston, including a fireside chat at 2:00 p.m. ET on November 13, 2024B. Riley Securities' Next-Gen Tissue Delivery Modalities Virtual Summit, virtual, including a fireside chat at 1:30 p.m. ET on November 14, 2024Stifel 2024 Healthcare C

LEXINGTON, Mass., Nov. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, today announced it will report third quarter 2024 financial and operating results after market close on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Subsequently, the Company will host a conference call and webcast at 4:30 p.m. ET. A live webcast of the call will be available on the Investors section of the Voyager website at ir.voyagertherapeutics.com, and a replay of the call will be available at the same link approximately two hours after its completion. The replay will be available for at least 30 days following the conclusion of the call.

LEXINGTON, Mass., Sept. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, today announced that the joint steering committee with its collaborator Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. has selected a development candidate in a gene therapy program for the potential treatment of an undisclosed neurological disease. The candidate leverages an intravenously administered, blood-brain barrier-penetrant, novel capsid derived from Voyager's TRACER™ capsid discovery platform. Selection of the development candidate triggered a $3 million milestone payment to Voyager, which the Company expects to receive in the four

LEXINGTON, Mass., Sept. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, today announced that Novartis AG (NYSE:NVS) has agreed to license a novel capsid generated from Voyager's TRACER™ capsid discovery platform for use in a gene therapy program against an undisclosed rare neurologic disease target. This capsid license is being granted pursuant to the agreement between Voyager and Novartis originally announced in March 2022. "Novartis is a global leader in gene therapy, and we view their continued selection of our IV-delivered, blood-brain barrier-penetrant capsids as strong validation of our TRA

LEXINGTON, Mass., Aug. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, has entered into an employment agreement with a newly hired employee that, among other things, provides for the grant to such employee of a non-qualified stock option and restricted stock units as an inducement material to such employee's entering into employment with Voyager. The inducement awards were approved by the Compensation Committee of Voyager's Board of Directors in accordance with Nasdaq Stock Market Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The option award became effective on August 28, 2024, and the restricted stock unit award is

LEXINGTON, Mass., Aug. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, today announced that the company will participate in multiple upcoming investor conferences: The Wells Fargo 2024 Healthcare Conference, in Boston, including a fireside chat at 1:30 p.m. ET on September 5, 2024The Baird 2024 Global Healthcare Conference, in New York City, including a fireside chat at 1:25 p.m. ET on September 11, 2024 Webcasts of any presentations may be accessed from the Investors section of Voyager's website at ir.voyagertherapeutics.com. A replay of the webcasts will be archived on the Company's website fo

LEXINGTON, Mass., Aug. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, today announced that the company will participate in a fireside chat at the Canaccord Genuity 44th Annual Growth Conference & Private Company Showcase on August 14, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. ET. A webcast of the presentation may be accessed from the Investors section of Voyager's website at ir.voyagertherapeutics.com. A replay of the webcast will be archived on the Company's website for at least 30 days. About Voyager TherapeuticsVoyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR) is a biotechnology company dedicated to leveraging the power of

- Top-line safety and pharmacokinetic data expected in H1 2025 from recently initiated single ascending dose trial of anti-tau antibody for Alzheimer's disease - - Three CNS gene therapy programs on track for INDs in 2025 following development candidate nominations for GBA1 and FA programs and pre-IND meeting for SOD1 ALS development candidate - - Appointed strategic financial leader Nathan Jorgensen, Ph.D., as Chief Financial Officer - - Strong cash position of $371 million as of June 30, 2024, expected to provide runway through multiple clinical data readouts into 2027 - LEXINGTON, Mass., Aug. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology comp

 Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, today announced the appointment of Nathan Jorgensen, Ph.D., MBA, as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective July 8, 2024. Jorgensen brings to Voyager a breadth of experience spanning investment banking, public and private healthcare investing, sell-side research, and operational roles in biotech, as well as expertise in neuroscience. He most recently served as Chief Financial Officer for Vor Biopharma Inc.

HC Wainwright & Co. analyst Patrick Trucchio reiterates Voyager Therapeutics (NASDAQ:VYGR) with a Buy and maintains $30 price target.

Oppenheimer analyst Jay Olson maintains Voyager Therapeutics (NASDAQ:VYGR) with a Outperform and maintains $18 price target.

Wedbush analyst Laura Chico maintains Voyager Therapeutics (NASDAQ:VYGR) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $10 to $8.

Voyager Therapeutics (NASDAQ:VYGR) reported quarterly losses of $(0.20) per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.45) by 55.56 percent. This is a 106.8 percent decrease over earnings of $2.94 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $19.516 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $9.415 million by 107.29 percent. This is a 87.03 percent decrease over sales of $150.480 million the same period last year.

Translational potential of TRACER-derived AAV capsids demonstrated by data across multiple species (murine, porcine, multiple NHPs, human cells) and receptor binding Preclinical safety and efficacy demonstrated in Alzheimer's disease and ALS gene therapies; low IV doses provided broad CNS biodistribution and robust transduction of key cell types

LEXINGTON, Mass., June 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, today announced the appointment of Nathan Jorgensen, Ph.D., MBA, as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective July 8, 2024. Jorgensen brings to Voyager a breadth of experience spanning investment banking, public and private healthcare investing, sell-side research, and operational roles in biotech, as well as expertise in neuroscience. He most recently served as Chief Financial Officer for Vor Biopharma Inc. "Voyager has built a strong financial position from which to advance our clinical-stage and emerging pipeline of neurothe

NorthStar Medical Technologies, LLC, parent company of NorthStar Medical Radioisotopes, LLC, a global innovator in development, production and commercialization of radiopharmaceuticals used to detect and treat cancer and other serious diseases, today announced the appointment of Peter (Pete) Pfreundschuh to its Board of Managers, effective April 1, 2024. Following this appointment, the Board will comprise of 9 directors, 6 of whom are non-executive. "We are pleased to welcome Pete to the NorthStar Board," said Stephen Merrick, Executive Chairman of NorthStar. "Pete has deep experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, with extensive knowledge in corporate finance, business

LEXINGTON, Mass., March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to advancing neurogenetic medicines, today announced the appointment of Toby Ferguson, M.D., Ph.D., as Chief Medical Officer (CMO), effective March 25, 2024. Ferguson is a skilled and experienced healthcare executive with a proven record in advancing portfolios of novel therapies across diverse indications in central nervous system (CNS), neuromuscular, and rare diseases. He most recently served as Vice President, Head of Neuromuscular Development Unit at Biogen, Inc. "Voyager is advancing rapidly toward the clinic, with one IND filing targeted each year through

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to breaking through barriers in gene therapy and neurology, today announced the appointment of Jacquelyn Fahey Sandell as Chief Legal Officer (CLO). Fahey Sandell brings more than 25 years of legal experience spanning in-house roles at multiple biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. She most recently served as CLO, Corporate Secretary, and Compliance Officer of Jounce Therapeutics, Inc. "Jacqui's breadth of expertise across securities, business development, regulatory, intellectual property, and multiple other legal disciplines makes her a strong addition

PRESS RELEASE OMass Therapeutics Announces Appointment of New Board Chairand Series B Extension Jim Geraghty joins as Independent Director and Chair, bringing US and international experience from Genzyme and as NED and chair of multiple listed biotechsBritish Patient Capital invests £10 million in a Series B extension bringing total raised in this round to £85.5 million Oxford, United Kingdom – 15 May 2023 – OMass Therapeutics (‘OMass', or ‘the Company'), a biotechnology company that identifies medicines against highly validated target ecosystems, today announces the appointment of Jim Geraghty as chairman of its board of directors and an additional investment of £10 million from new inve

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to breaking through barriers in gene therapy and neurology, today announced the appointment of George Scangos, Ph.D., to its Board of Directors. Scangos has decades of experience building and leading biopharmaceutical companies, having previously served as CEO of Exelixis, Inc.; Biogen, Inc.; and most recently Vir Biotechnology, Inc. "George is one of the most accomplished executives in the biotechnology industry, and we are honored to have him join our Board of Directors," said Alfred W. Sandrock, Jr., M.D., Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Voyager. "As Voyage

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a biotechnology company dedicated to breaking through barriers in gene therapy and neurology, today announced the appointment of Grace E. Colón, Ph.D., to its Board of Directors. Dr. Colón has more than 25 years of experience as a healthcare leader, investor and entrepreneur; she most recently served as President, CEO and Director of clinical-stage biotechnology company InCarda Therapeutics, Inc. "Grace is a seasoned leader who has founded and managed multiple biotechnology and healthcare businesses," said Alfred W. Sandrock, Jr., M.D., Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Voyager. "As we continue t

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a gene therapy and neuroscience company developing life-changing treatments and next-generation adeno-associated virus (AAV) capsids, today announced the appointment of Peter Pfreundschuh as Chief Financial Officer (CFO); Todd Carter, Ph.D., as Chief Scientific Officer (CSO); and Trista Morrison as Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs. "Voyager's newly prioritized pipeline targets neurological diseases with significant unmet need, and we are assembling the team needed to execute," said Al Sandrock, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Voyager. "Pete's extensive corporate finance experie

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., July 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VYGR), a gene therapy company developing life-changing treatments and next-generation adeno-associated virus (AAV) capsids, today announced the appointment of Catherine J. Mackey, Ph.D. to its Board of Directors. Dr. Mackey is a seasoned life science executive with more than thirty years of operational experience highlighted by her tenure as Senior Vice President, Global Research & Development, for Pfizer, Inc. "I am delighted to welcome Catherine to our Board at this pivotal time in Voyager's evolution," said Al Sandrock, M.D., Ph.D., chief executive officer of Voyager. "Her outstanding track record of

Company to present new data at the American Society for Gene and Cell Therapy (ASGCT) Annual Meeting highlighting cross-species translatability and CNS tropisms of novel TRACER™ AAV9- and AAV5-derived capsids Preclinical data to be presented at the ASGCT Annual Meeting to demonstrate reduction of tumor burden with vectorized HER2 antibodies; updated data from GBA1, vTau, SOD1 ALS programs also to be presented Executed license option agreement with Novartis for target-specific access to next-generation TRACER™ AAV capsids Appointed Alfred W. Sandrock, Jr., M.D., Ph.D. as Chief Executive Officer and Board Member Cash runway into 2024 CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --