OncoSec Announces Third Quarter and YTD Results for Fiscal Year 2017
SAN DIEGO, June 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- OncoSec Medical Incorporated ("OncoSec") (NASDAQ: ONCS), a company developing DNA-based intratumoral cancer immunotherapies, today announced third quarter and year-to-date financial results ended April 30, 2017.
"We have made significant progress this past quarter in advancing our clinical and regulatory pathway for ImmunoPulse(®) IL-12, which we believe can provide a meaningful clinical benefit to patients with limited or no treatment options," said Punit Dhillon, President and CEO of OncoSec. "With a clinical collaboration and drug supply agreement for pembrolizumab and FDA Fast Track designation in hand, we are working diligently on the site start-up and initiation activities related to our registration-directed study, which we call PISCES. By pursuing an accelerated pathway, this puts us in a favorable position to secure the first approval in the anti-PD-1 non-responder patient population in advanced melanoma."
Third Quarter and YTD 2017 Financial Results
-- For the third quarter of fiscal 2017 and the nine months ended April 30,
2017, OncoSec reported a net loss of $4.6 million and $15.6 million, or
$0.22 per share and $0.79 per share, respectively, compared to a net
loss of $6.3 million and $20.3 million, or $0.37 per share and $1.27 per
share, respectively, for the same periods last year.
-- The decrease in net loss for the third quarter ended April 30, 2017,
compared with the same period in 2016, resulted primarily from: (i) a
decrease in research and development expenses, mainly $0.7 million
related to clinical trial costs due to a lower number of patient
enrollments in a smaller number of actively enrolling trials, as well as
lower trial management costs; and, (ii) a decrease of $0.9 million in
stock compensation expense, mainly related to a reduction in the value
of equity compensation awards.
-- The decrease in net loss for the nine months ended April 30, 2017,
compared with the same period in 2016, resulted primarily from: (i) a
decrease in research and development expenses, mainly $2.1 million
related to clinical trial costs and outside services due to a lower
number of patient enrollments in a smaller number of actively enrolling
trials, as well as lower trial management costs, and lower salary costs
of $0.7 million; and, (ii) a decrease of $1.5 million in stock
compensation expense.
-- There were no revenues for the three and nine months ended April 30,
2017 or April 30, 2016.
-- Research and development expenses were $2.7 million and $8.6 million for
the third quarter of fiscal 2017 and the nine months ended April 30,
2017, respectively, compared to $3.4 million and $11.1 million for the
same periods in 2016.
-- General and administrative expenses were $1.9 million and $6.9 million
for the third quarter of fiscal 2017 and the nine months ended April 30,
2017, compared to $2.9 million and $9.2 million for the same period in
2016.
-- At April 30, 2017, OncoSec had $16.1 million in cash and cash
equivalents, as compared to $28.7 million of cash and cash equivalents
at July 31, 2016. OncoSec, based on its current rate of cash
consumption, estimates it will need additional capital in the first
calendar quarter of 2018 to continue to operate its business.
Third Quarter 2017 and Recent Highlights
ImmunoPulse(®) IL-12 Progress
-- Presented positive topline results from the primary analysis of the
Phase II combination trial of ImmunoPulse(®) IL-12 and pembrolizumab in
melanoma patients that were predicted to be non-responders to anti-PD-1
at the 2017 ASCO-SITC Clinical Immuno-Oncology Symposium. Data showed an
objective response of 43% and a best overall response rate (ORR) of 48%
at 24 weeks; ORR of 33% in patients with prior checkpoint therapy;
-- Granted FDA Fast Track designation for ImmunoPulse(®) IL-12 for the
treatment of metastatic melanoma following progression on pembrolizumab
or nivolumab;
-- Completed clinical trial collaboration and supply agreement for
pembrolizumab for the Phase II registration-directed trial, referred to
as PISCES; and,
-- Granted international nonproprietary name (INN) for pIL-12-
"tavokinogene telseplasmid."
Strategic Collaborations
-- Initiated a Technology Access Program collaborations with Inhibrx and
another undisclosed company.
R&D and Pipeline Expansion
-- Presented positive preclinical data demonstrating the latest
developments of the Company's gene delivery platform in a murine
melanoma model at the American Association of Cancer Research (AACR)
Annual Meeting;
-- Presented intratumoral electroporation-mediated IL-12 gene therapy data
showing enhanced tumor immunogenicity at the Keystone Symposia
conference;
-- Continued development of novel multi-gene constructs and advancing new
preclinical candidates that target multiple cancer immune regulating
mechanisms in solid tumors; and,
-- Advanced tumor targeted delivery technologies focused on treating
visceral tumor applications.
2017 Development Milestones
-- PISCES a Phase II study of ImmunoPulse(®) IL-12 in combination with
anti-PD-1 in melanoma patients that progress on anti-PD-1 therapies,
will be open for enrollment in June 2017;
-- Availability of top-line data for PISCES targeted for fourth quarter of
2017;
-- Patients predicted to be non-responders treated with the combination
with tavokinogene telseplasmid and pembrolizumab;
-- Assess long-term follow-up data from first cohort of patients (n=22)
enrolled in Phase II Investigator Sponsored Trial assessing combination
of ImmunoPulse(®) IL-12 and pembrolizumab in melanoma patients; and,
-- Establish key collaborations and expand the use of our technology
through the technology access program using our novel Tissue Responsive
Adaptive Controlled Electroporation (TRACE) enabled delivery technology.
About OncoSec Medical Incorporated
OncoSec is a biotechnology company developing DNA-based intratumoral immunotherapies with an investigational technology, ImmunoPulse(®), for the treatment of cancer. ImmunoPulse(®) is designed to enhance the local delivery and uptake of DNA-based immune-targeting agents, such as IL-12. In Phase I and II clinical trials, ImmunoPulse(®) IL-12 has demonstrated a favorable safety profile and evidence of anti-tumor activity in the treatment of various solid tumors as well as a systemic immune response. OncoSec's lead program, ImmunoPulse(®) IL-12, is currently in clinical development for several indications, including metastatic melanoma and triple-negative breast cancer. The program's current focus is on the significant unmet medical need in patients with melanoma who are refractory or non-responsive to anti-PD-1/PD-L1 therapies. In addition to ImmunoPulse(®) IL-12, the Company is also identifying and developing new immune-targeting agents for use with the ImmunoPulse(®) platform. For more information, please visit www.oncosec.com.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as "objective," "expect," and similar references to future periods.
Forward-looking statements are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they are based on management's current preliminary expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties, which may cause our results to differ materially and adversely from the statements contained herein. Potential risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those predicted include, among others, the following: uncertainties inherent in pre-clinical studies and clinical trials, such as the ability to enroll patients in clinical trials and the risk of adverse events; unexpected new data, safety and technical issues; our ability to raise additional funding necessary to fund continued operations; and the other factors discussed in OncoSec's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. OncoSec disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect new information, events or circumstances after the date they are made, or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
OncoSec Medical Incorporated
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet and Condensed Balance Sheet
(unaudited)
April 30, July 31,
2017 2016
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Assets
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents $16,106,338 $28,746,224
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 987,160 671,184
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Total Current Assets 17,093,498 29,417,408
Property and equipment, net 2,493,784 2,799,930
Other long-term assets 384,256 189,309
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Total Assets $19,971,538 $32,406,647
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Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Liabilities
Current liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $2,644,259 $3,223,327
Accrued compensation 168,234 242,924
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Total Current Liabilities 2,812,493 3,466,251
Other long-term liabilities 1,196,716 887,292
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Total Liabilities 4,009,209 4,353,543
Commitments and Contingencies
Stockholders' Equity
Common stock authorized -160,000,000 common shares with a par value of $0.0001,
common stock issued and outstanding -21,168,194 and 18,036,263 common shares
as of April 30, 2017 and July 31, 2016, respectively 25,582 25,269
Additional paid-in capital 93,195,870 88,233,965
Warrants issued and outstanding -9,494,740 and 12,859,286 warrants as of April
30, 2017 and July 31, 2016, respectively 11,780,307 13,288,527
Accumulated other comprehensive income 7,094 -
Accumulated deficit (89,046,524) (73,494,657)
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Total Stockholders' Equity 15,962,329 28,053,104
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Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity $19,971,538 $32,406,647
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OncoSec Medical Incorporated
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Condensed Statements of Operations
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
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April 30, 2017 April 30, 2016 April 30, 2017 April 30, 2016
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Revenue $ - $ - $ - $ -
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Expenses:
Research and development 2,656,073 8,638,423 11,149,652
3,376,757
General and administrative 1,904,899 6,912,053 9,174,406
2,874,362
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Loss before income taxes (4,560,972) (6,251,119) (20,324,058)
(15,550,476)
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Provision for income taxes - 290 1,391 2,462
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Net loss $(4,560,972) $(6,251,409) $(15,551,867) $(20,326,520)
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Basic and diluted net loss per common share $(0.22) $(0.37) $(0.79) $(1.27)
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Weighted average shares used in computing basic
and diluted net loss per common share 20,704,393 16,971,214 19,809,739 15,955,116
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OncoSec Medical Incorporated
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss and Condensed Statements of Comprehensive Loss (unaudited)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
April 30, 2017 April 30, 2016 April 30, 2017 April 30, 2016
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Net Loss $(4,560,972) $(6,251,409) $(15,551,867) $(20,326,520)
Foreign currency translation
adjustments
7,080 - 7,094 -
Comprehensive Loss $(4,553,892) $(6,251,409) $(15,544,773) $(20,326,520)
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OncoSec Medical Incorporated
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows and Condensed Statement of Cash Flow
(unaudited)
Nine Months Ended
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April 30, 2017 April 30, 2016
Operating activities
Net loss $(15,551,867) $(20,326,520)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating
activities:
Depreciation and amortization 284,319 253,664
Loss on disposal of property and equipment - 41,989
Stock-based compensation 3,378,991 4,676,215
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Decrease(Increase) in prepaid expenses and other current assets (315,976) 532,214
Decrease(Increase) in other long-term assets (163,542) 25,286
Decrease(Increase) in accounts payable and accrued liabilities (579,068) 461,617
Increase (decrease) in accrued compensation (74,690) 15,724
Increase in other long-term liabilities 309,424 573,654
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Net cash used in operating activities (12,712,409) (13,746,157)
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Investing activities
Purchases of property and equipment (9,578) (1,156,420)
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Net cash used in investing activities (9,578) (1,156,420)
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Financing activities
Proceeds from issuance of common stock and warrants - 7,500,010
Payment of financing and offering costs - (613,915)
Proceeds from exercise of warrants 30,950 -
Proceeds from issuance of common stock 44,057 -
Net cash provided by financing activities 75,007 6,886,095
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Effect of exchange rate changes on cash 7,094 -
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Net (decrease) in cash (12,639,886) (8,016,482)
Cash and cash equivalents, at beginning of period 28,746,224 32,035,264
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Cash and cash equivalents, at end of period $16,106,338 $24,018,782
Supplemental disclosure for cash flow information:
Cash paid during the period for:
Interest $ - $ -
Income taxes $1,391 $2,462
Noncash investing and financing transaction:
Fair value of placement agent warrants issued in the public offering $ - $242,143
Issuance of common stock in connection with a contractual $ - $55,500
agreement
Noncash expiration of warrants $1,479,274 $431,981
R&D Equipment in use but financed through accounts payable and accrued liabilities
$ - $393,718
CONTACTS:
Investor Relations:
OncoSec Medical Incorporated
Phone: 855-662-6732
investors@oncosec.com
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