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Tyra Biosciences unveiled early trial results on its FGFR3-specific inhibitor in advanced bladder cancer patients on Friday, the public company’s first presentation of human data since its inception in 2018. The biotech’s data were highly anticipated: Its shares $TYRA were up over 100% ahead of the readout, but they fell 18% Friday morning on the update. While the company tested a range of doses in the Phase 1 portion of its SURF301 study in metastatic urothelial carcinoma, its efficacy results focused on the patients who received at least 90 mg, where it believes the drug achieved “adequate target coverage.” Five of the 10 patients who received a 90 mg daily dose of TYRA-300 achieved a partial response, as did one patient who received a 120 mg dose. According to Tyra, three of those six responses are still ongoing. The company said 41 patients with FGFR3+ cancer have enrolled as of Aug. 15, including those who were previously treated with Johnson & Johnson’s Balversa. Tyra’s ultimate goal is to develop a safer treatment than Balversa, which in 2019 became the first FGFR-targeted drug to receive FDA accelerated approval for bladder cancer and earlier this year was granted full approval in advanced FGFR3+ urothelial carcinoma. In its confirmatory trial, Balversa resulted in a response rate of 35% in FGFR3+ advanced bladder cancers. TYRA-300, which goes only after FGFR3 while sparing other isoforms (FGFR1/2/4), aims to evade or lessen certain side effects including eye problems, mouth sores and inflammation, and increased phosphate levels. As we started to see a profile and hear from investigators that this was a really well-tolerated drug, we got really excited that the sparing of FGFR1 and 2 thesis could play out,” CEO Todd Harris said of the safety data in an interview with Endpoints News . The biotech said in a release that SURF301 patients experienced “infrequent FGFR2- and FGFR1-associated toxicities.” TD Cowen analyst Tyler Van Buren wrote in a note Friday that “TYRA-300 boasts a superior tolerability profile compared to pan-FGFR inhibitors,” like Balversa. In 15 patients at the 90 mg dose, the most common adverse events were liver enzyme increases and dry mouth, which 6 trial participants experienced. One grade 3 case of elevated liver enzyme levels resulted in treatment discontinuation and one grade 3 case of diarrhea was reported as a dose-limiting toxicity at 90 mg. “These data give us confidence to advance TYRA-300 through Part B in SURF301 and explore larger opportunities with Phase 2 studies in metastatic urothelial cancer, non-muscle invasive bladder cancer and achondroplasia,” said Tyra CEO Todd Harris in a statement. Harris told Endpoints News that for both non-muscle invasive bladder cancer and achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism, Tyra expects to test lower doses of TYRA-300 than the 90 mg it highlighted in urothelial carcinoma.

ROCKVILLE, Md. & EDMONTON, Alberta--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: AUPH) (Aurinia or the Company), announced today the acceptance of six abstracts, including five poster presentations, at the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Kidney Week 2024 taking place in San Diego, CA October 23-27. These data reinforce the clinical importance of LUPKYNIS ® (voclosporin), a second generation calcineurin inhibitor (CNI), for the treatment of adults with active lupus nephritis (LN). “The data featured at ASN elucidate the critical role LUPKYNIS plays in advancing the treatment of lupus nephritis, especially in populations disproportionately impacted by the disease. We’re particularly excited about moving our ENLIGHT-LN™ registry forward, as clinicians need insights into real-world treatment patterns. Additionally, we continue adding to our growing body of evidence that the unique mechanism of action of LUPKYNIS affects podocytes, resulting in significant impact on kidney health in adults with active LN,” said Dr. Greg Keenan, Chief Medical Officer of Aurinia. New real-world baseline data from ENLIGHT-LN, a U.S.-based prospective, observational registry of adult patients with LN treated with LUPKYNIS This initial analysis of baseline data from 123 patients with biopsy-confirmed LN who are initiating or have initiated treatment with LUPKYNIS within the last 12 months provides a critical foundation for understanding the real-world effectiveness and usage patterns of LUPKYNIS. The subset of patients includes high percentages of Black and Hispanic and/or Latino patients, reflecting the larger population of LN in the US and the communities disproportionately affected by lupus and LN. Two new studies uncover the potential effects of LUPKYNIS on podocytes in LN and idiopathic nephrotic syndrome compared to older treatments A new study explored the impact of cyclosporine A (CsA), tacrolimus (TAC), and LUPKYNIS on podocyte cell biology and biomechanics. Using an integrative approach that combined classical cell biological assay with transcriptomics, quantitative proteomics, and other analyses, the study found that all three therapies modulate podocyte cytoskeletal architecture, but LUPKYNIS enhanced podocyte cytoskeletal stability at lower concentrations than CsA and TAC. Another study investigated the effects of LUPKYNIS in a preclinical model of idiopathic nephrotic syndrome. Results showed that LUPKYNIS significantly improved proteinuria, reduced hypercoagulability, enhanced lipid pro and showed significantly better cell viability and cytoskeletal integrity, in comparison to CsA. Together, these findings highlight the important role that LUPKYNIS plays in preserving kidney function and provide further evidence differentiating LUPKYNIS from first-generation calcineurin inhibitors. Following is the complete guide to Aurinia’s accepted abstracts at ASN 2024: Title: Enlight-LN Registry: Baseline Demographics and Clinical Characteristics of an Initial Cohort of Patients Treated with Voclosporin for Lupus Nephritis in the United States Authors: Niloofar Nobakht, Laura B. Geraldino-Pardilla, Leanna M. Wise, Mohammad Kamgar, Lily Cipolla, Lucy S. Hodge, Keelin Dahl Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT Poster Number: TH-PO653 Title: Disease Targeting Properties of Voclosporin in Renal Transplant and Lupus Nephritis Patients Authors: Simon Zhou, Linda M. Rehaume, Ernie Yap, Henry Leher, Lucy Hodge, Robert B. Huizinga Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT Poster Number: TH-PO642 Title: Immunologic Changes Over Time in Repeat Kidney Biopsies from the AURORA Studies of Voclosporin in Lupus Nephritis Authors: Samir V. Parikh, Maddalena Bolognesi, Ivana Grbesa, Brad H. Rovin, Giorgio Cattoretti, Vincenzo L’Imperio, Arnon Arazi, Lucy S. Hodge, Ernie Yap Date: Friday, October 25, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT Poster Number: FR-PO839 Title: Integrative Systems Analyses Reveal Calcineurin Inhibitor-Mediated Control of Human Podocyte Biophysics and Physiology Authors: Jacob M. Wright, Anthony Mendoza, Jonathan C. Haydak, Jenny Wong, Linda M. Rehaume, Kirk N. Campbell, Evren U. Azeloglu, Maria Paola Santini Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT Poster Number: SD-PO549 Title : Voclosporin Ameliorates Proteinuria and Directly Protects Podocytes in a Model of Non-Inflammatory Glomerular Disease Authors: Yu Kamigaki, Julie A. Dougherty, Amanda P. Waller, Katelyn J. Wolfgang, Linda M. Rehaume, Jennifer L. Cross, Laura E. Biederman, Zackary S. Stevenson, Eman Abdelghani, Bryce A. Kerlin, William E. Smoyer Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT Poster Number: SA-PO709 Title : Characterization of Screening Patterns and Identification of Patients with Lupus Nephritis in a Community Rheumatology Setting Authors: Nehad Soloman, Jawad Bilal, Romy Cabacungan, Scott Milligan, Andrew Sharobeem, John Tesser, Henry Leher About Lupus Nephritis Lupus nephritis (LN) is a serious manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a chronic and complex autoimmune disease. LN affects approximately 120,000 people in the U.S. and disproportionately affects women and people of color. People living with LN have high unmet needs and often face significant barriers to optimal care. If poorly controlled, LN can lead to permanent and irreversible tissue damage within the kidney. Medical guidelines recommend that all SLE patients receive routine LN screenings at every visit. Guidelines also note that delaying LN diagnosis has profound prognostic repercussions. Yet, research shows that approximately 50% of SLE patients are not screened for LN and 77% of people with LN go untreated. Aurinia is committed to improving health outcomes for people living with LN by educating patients and providers on the critical need for routine screening and transformative therapies that can help improve health outcomes. About LUPKYNIS LUPKYNIS is a second generation calcineurin inhibitor (CNI) with a dual mechanism of action, acting as an immunosuppressant through inhibition of T-cell activation and cytokine production and promoting podocyte stability in the kidney. The AURORA Clinical Program, comprised of the AURORA 1 pivotal trial and AURORA 2 extension trial, demonstrated the importance of LUPKYNIS plus standard of care to preserve kidney health in patients with active LN without reliance on chronic high-dose glucocorticoids. It is the only clinical program to include three years of LN treatment and follow-up with mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) and steroids. About Aurinia Aurinia Pharmaceuticals is a fully integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering therapies to people living with autoimmune diseases with high unmet medical needs. In January 2021, the Company introduced LUPKYNIS ® (voclosporin), the first FDA-approved oral therapy dedicated to the treatment of adult patients with active lupus nephritis. Aurinia is also developing AUR200, a differentiated, potential best-in-class therapy for autoimmune diseases that targets both BAFF (B-cell Activating Factor) and APRIL (A Proliferation-Inducing Ligand). INDICATION AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION INDICATION LUPKYNIS is indicated in combination with a background immunosuppressive therapy regimen for the treatment of adult patients with active lupus nephritis (LN). Limitations of Use: Safety and efficacy of LUPKYNIS have not been established in combination with cyclophosphamide. Use of LUPKYNIS is not recommended in this situation. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION BOXED WARNINGS: MALIGNANCIES AND SERIOUS INFECTIONS Increased risk for developing malignancies and serious infections with LUPKYNIS or other immunosuppressants that may lead to hospitalization or death. CONTRAINDICATIONS: LUPKYNIS is contraindicated in patients taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors because of the increased risk of acute and/or chronic nephrotoxicity, and in patients who have had a serious/severe hypersensitivity reaction to LUPKYNIS or its excipients. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Lymphoma and Other Malignancies: Immunosuppressants, including LUPKYNIS, increase the risk of developing lymphomas and other malignancies, particularly of the skin. The risk appears to be related to increasing doses and duration of immunosuppression rather than to the use of any specific agent. Serious Infections: Immunosuppressants, including LUPKYNIS, increase the risk of developing bacterial, viral, fungal, and protozoal infections, including opportunistic infections which lead to serious, including fatal outcomes. Nephrotoxicity: LUPKYNIS, like other calcineurin inhibitors (CNIs), may cause acute and/or chronic nephrotoxicity. The risk is increased when CNIs are concomitantly administered with drugs associated with nephrotoxicity. Monitor eGFR regularly. Hypertension: Hypertension is a common adverse reaction of LUPKYNIS therapy and may require antihypertensive therapy. Monitor blood pressure regularly. Neurotoxicity: LUPKYNIS, like other CNIs, may cause a spectrum of neurotoxicities: severe include posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES), delirium, seizure, and coma; others include tremor, paresthesia, headache, and changes in mental status and/or motor and sensory functions. Monitor for neurologic symptoms. Hyperkalemia: Hyperkalemia, which may be serious and require treatment, has been reported with CNIs, including LUPKYNIS. Concomitant use of agents associated with hyperkalemia may increase the risk for hyperkalemia. Monitor serum potassium levels periodically. QTc Prolongation: LUPKYNIS prolongs the QTc interval in a dose-dependent manner when dosed higher than the recommended lupus nephritis therapeutic dose. The use of LUPKYNIS in combination with other drugs that are known to prolong QTc may result in clinically significant QT prolongation. Immunizations: Avoid the use of live attenuated vaccines during treatment with LUPKYNIS. Inactivated vaccines noted to be safe for administration may not be sufficiently immunogenic during treatment with LUPKYNIS. Pure Red Cell Aplasia: Cases of pure red cell aplasia (PRCA) have been reported in patients treated with another CNI immunosuppressant. If PRCA is diagnosed, consider discontinuation of LUPKYNIS. Drug-Drug Interactions: Avoid co-administration of LUPKYNIS and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors or with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inducers. Co-administration of LUPKYNIS with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is contraindicated. Reduce LUPKYNIS dosage when co-administered with moderate CYP3A4 inhibitors. Avoid use of LUPKYNIS with strong or moderate CYP3A4 inducers. ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common adverse reactions (≥3%) were glomerular filtration rate decreased, hypertension, diarrhea, headache, anemia, cough, urinary tract infection, abdominal pain upper, dyspepsia, alopecia, renal impairment, abdominal pain, mouth ulceration, fatigue, tremor, acute kidney injury, and decreased appetite. SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy: Avoid use of LUPKYNIS. Lactation: Consider the mother’s clinical need for LUPKYNIS and any potential adverse effects to the breastfed infant when prescribing LUPKYNIS to a lactating woman. Renal Impairment: LUPKYNIS is not recommended in patients with baseline eGFR ≤45 mL/min/1.73 m 2 unless benefit exceeds risk. If used in this population, reduce LUPKYNIS dose. Hepatic Impairment: For mild or moderate hepatic impairment, reduce LUPKYNIS dose. Avoid use with severe hepatic impairment. Please see Prescribing Information , including Boxed Warning, and Medication Guide for LUPKYNIS. Contacts Media & Investor Inquiries: Andrea Christopher Corporate Communications & Investor Relations Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. achristopher@auriniapharma.com General Investor Inquiries: ir@auriniapharma.com

Thursday, Oct 10, 2024 Approval is based on Phase III INAVO120 results, showing the ItovebiTM (inavolisib)-based regimen more than doubled progression-free survival compared with palbociclib and fulvestrant alone in the first-line settingThis approval helps address an urgent unmet need in breast cancer for people with a PIK3CA mutation, one of the most commonly mutated genes in HR-positive disease, associated with poor prognosis Itovebi is Genentech’s first targeted therapy approved for people with HR-positive disease, the most prevalent breast cancer subtype, marking an important step in our ambition to continue bringing innovative medicines to more people with breast cancer South San Francisco, CA -- October 10, 2024 -- Genentech, a member of the Roche Group (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY), announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved ItovebiTM (inavolisib), in combination with palbociclib (Ibrance®) and fulvestrant, for the treatment of adults with endocrine-resistant, PIK3CA-mutated, hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative, locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer, as detected by an FDA-approved test, following recurrence on or after completing adjuvant endocrine therapy. The PIK3CA mutation is found in approximately 40% of HR-positive metastatic breast cancers. “The PI3K pathway plays a pivotal role in disease progression and has been challenging to target,” said Komal Jhaveri, M.D., section head for the endocrine therapy research portfolio and clinical director of the early drug development service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and one of the principal investigators of the INAVO120 study. “The Itovebi-based regimen more than doubled progression-free survival and maintained a manageable safety and tolerability profile, adding a new standard in how PIK3CA-mutated breast cancers are treated.” “With the approval of this Itovebi-based regimen, we continue our long-standing track record of cancer therapeutic discovery by offering an important new first-line option for people living with HR-positive breast cancer with a PIK3CA mutation,” said Levi Garraway, M.D., Ph.D., Genentech’s chief medical officer and head of Global Product Development. “Despite the high prevalence of PIK3CA mutations in this setting, treatment options have thus far remained limited, which makes today’s approval all the more significant.” This approval is based on results of the pivotal Phase III INAVO120 study, which showed that the Itovebi-based regimen reduced the risk of disease worsening or death by 57% compared with palbociclib and fulvestrant alone (15.0 months vs. 7.3 months; hazard ratio [HR]=0.43, 95% CI: 0.32-0.59, p<0.0001) in the first-line setting, demonstrating a statistically significant and clinically meaningful benefit. Overall survival (OS) data were immature at the time of primary analysis, but a clear positive trend was observed (stratified HR=0.64, 95% CI: 0.43-0.97, p=0.0338 [boundary of 0.0098]). Follow-up for OS is continuing to the next analysis. “We are thrilled by the approval of the Itovebi-based regimen, which is a huge step forward for advanced breast cancer patients with a PIK3CA mutation,” said Jean Sachs, CEO of Living Beyond Breast Cancer. “It remains critical that all patients have access to early, comprehensive biomarker testing so they can better understand what treatment options may be most beneficial for them and their tumor type.” The Itovebi-based regimen was granted FDA Priority Review and Breakthrough Therapy Designation in May 2024 based on the INAVO120 study results. Data from INAVO120 are also being used for filing submissions to other global health authorities, including the European Medicines Agency. Itovebi will be available in the U.S. in the coming weeks. Early, comprehensive biomarker testing with an FDA-approved test, such as Foundation Medicine’s FoundationOne®Liquid CDx, can help identify people with HR-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer with a PIK3CA mutation. Itovebi is currently being investigated in various combinations across three company-sponsored Phase III clinical studies (INAVO120, INAVO121, INAVO122) in PIK3CA-mutated locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer. We continue to evaluate opportunities to expand our clinical development program to address patient unmet needs in various tumor types across oncology. About the INAVO120 study The INAVO120 study [NCT04191499] is a Phase III, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluating the efficacy and safety of Itovebi (inavolisib) in combination with palbociclib and fulvestrant versus placebo plus palbociclib and fulvestrant in people with PIK3CA-mutated, hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative, locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer whose disease progressed during treatment or within 12 months of completing adjuvant endocrine therapy and who have not received prior systemic therapy for metastatic disease. The study included 325 patients, who were randomly assigned to either the investigational or control treatment arm. The primary endpoint is progression-free survival, as assessed by investigators, defined as the time from randomization in the clinical trial to the time when the disease progresses, or a patient dies from any cause. Secondary endpoints include overall survival, objective response rate, and clinical benefit rate. Beyond INAVO120, Itovebi is currently being investigated in two additional company-sponsored Phase III clinical studies in PIK3CA-mutated locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer in various combinations: in combination with fulvestrant versus alpelisib plus fulvestrant in HR-positive/HER2-negative breast cancer post cyclin-dependent kinase 4/6 inhibitor and endocrine combination therapy (INAVO121; NCT05646862), and combination with dual HER2 blockade versus dual HER2 blockade and optional physician's choice of endocrine therapy as a maintenance treatment in HER2-positive disease (INAVO122; NCT05894239). About Hormone Receptor (HR)-Positive Breast Cancer HR-positive breast cancer is the most prevalent type of all breast cancers, accounting for approximately 70% of cases. A defining feature of HR-positive breast cancer is that its tumor cells have receptors that attach to one or both hormones – estrogen or progesterone – which can contribute to tumor growth. People diagnosed with HR-positive metastatic breast cancer often face the risk of disease progression and treatment side effects, creating a need for additional treatment options. The PI3K signaling pathway is commonly dysregulated in HR-positive breast cancer, often due to activating PIK3CA mutations, which have been identified as a potential mechanism of intrinsic resistance to standard of care endocrine therapy in combination with cyclin-dependent kinase 4/6 inhibitors. What is Itovebi? Itovebi (inavolisib) is a prescription medicine used in combination with the medicines palbociclib and fulvestrant to treat adults who have hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative breast cancer that has an abnormal phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase catalytic subunit alpha (PIK3CA) gene, and has spread to nearby tissue or lymph nodes (locally advanced), or to other parts of the body (metastatic), and has come back after hormone (endocrine) therapy. Your healthcare provider will test your cancer for abnormal PIK3CA genes to make sure that Itovebi is right for you. It is not known if Itovebi is safe and effective in children. Important Safety Information What are the possible side effects of Itovebi? Itovebi may cause serious side effects, including: High blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). High blood sugar is common with Itovebi and may be severe. Your healthcare provider will monitor your blood sugar levels before you start and during treatment with Itovebi. Your blood sugar levels may be monitored more often if you have a history of Type 2 diabetes. Your healthcare provider may also ask you to self-monitor and report your blood sugar levels at home. This will be required more frequently in the first 4 weeks of treatment. If you are not sure how to test your blood sugar levels, talk to your healthcare provider. You should stay well-hydrated during treatment with Itovebi. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you develop symptoms of high blood sugar, including: difficulty breathing blurred vision nausea and vomiting (lasting more than 2 hours) unusually increased appetite stomach pain weight loss excessive thirst fruity-smelling breath dry mouth flushed face and dry skin more frequent urination than usual or a higher amount of urine than normal feeling unusually sleepy or tired confusion Mouth sores (stomatitis). Mouth sores are common with Itovebi and may be severe. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop any of the following in your mouth: pain swelling redness ulcers Diarrhea. Diarrhea is common with Itovebi and may be severe. Severe diarrhea can lead to the loss of too much body water (dehydration) and kidney injury. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you develop diarrhea, stomach-area (abdominal pain), or see mucus or blood in your stool during treatment with Itovebi. Your healthcare provider may tell you to drink more fluids or take medicines to treat your diarrhea. Your healthcare provider may tell you to decrease your dose, temporarily stop your treatment, or completely stop your treatment with Itovebi if you develop certain serious side effects. The most common side effects and abnormal blood test results of Itovebi when used in combination with palbociclib and fulvestrant include: Itovebi may affect fertility in males and in females who are able to become pregnant. Talk to your healthcare provider if this is a concern for you. These are not all the possible side effects of Itovebi. Call your healthcare provider for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. You may also report side effects to Genentech at (877) 436-3683. Before you take Itovebi, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you: have a history of diabetes or high blood sugar have kidney problems are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Itovebi can harm your unborn baby. Females who are able to become pregnant: Your healthcare provider will check to see if you are pregnant before you start treatment with Itovebi. You should use effective non-hormonal birth control (contraception) during treatment and for 1 week after your last dose of Itovebi. Talk to your healthcare provider about what birth control method is right for you during this time. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant during treatment with Itovebi. Males with female partners who are able to become pregnant: You should use effective birth control (contraception) during treatment with Itovebi and for 1 week after your last dose. are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if Itovebi passes into your breastmilk. Do not breastfeed during treatment with Itovebi and for 1 week after your last dose. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby during treatment with Itovebi. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Please see additional Important Safety Information in the full Itovebi Prescribing Information or visit https://www.itovebi.com. About Genentech in Breast Cancer Genentech has been advancing breast cancer research for more than 30 years with the goal of helping as many people with the disease as possible. Our medicines, along with companion diagnostic tests, have contributed to bringing breakthrough outcomes in HER2-positive and triple-negative breast cancers. As our understanding of breast cancer biology rapidly improves, we are working to identify new biomarkers and approaches to treatment for other subtypes of the disease, including estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer, which is a form of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, the most prevalent type of all breast cancers. About Genentech Founded more than 40 years ago, Genentech is a leading biotechnology company that discovers, develops, manufactures and commercializes medicines to treat patients with serious and life-threatening medical conditions. The company, a member of the Roche Group, has headquarters in South San Francisco, California. For additional information about the company, please visit http://www.gene.com. Dr. Jhaveri has financial interests related to Roche and Genentech. All trademarks used or mentioned in this release are protected by law. ###