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Yahoo
3 days ago
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AscellaHealth HUB Partnership with Abeona Therapeutics® Supports Launch Success of Novel Cell-Based Gene Therapy and Access to Treatment for Rare Disease Patients
BERWYN, Pa., July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AscellaHealth, a global partner delivering customizable solutions to support the specialty pharmaceutical industry, highlights the value of its HUB partnership with Abeona Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq: ABEO) in the successful pre-and-post launch commercialization of ZEVASKYN™, an FDA-approved cell-based gene therapy. Working as a collaborative partner, AscellaHealth designed and executed patient-centric, end-to-end solutions to address unique clinical, operational and reimbursement needs for a new-to-world autologous cell-based gene therapy. By focusing on the requirements of patients throughout the entire therapeutic journey, AscellaHealth led the collaborative effort to build and launch AbeonaAssist™, a highly customized patient support program that creates a seamless experience for patients, caregivers and healthcare providers. "Abeona's groundbreaking cell-based gene therapy demanded a HUB partner who could build tailored infrastructure from the ground up,' said William White, Vice President of Market Access at Abeona Therapeutics. 'AscellaHealth's comprehensive expertise in navigating this complex journey, from patient and provider engagement to optimizing reimbursement for this first-of-its-kind treatment, made them the unequivocal partner of choice. Since launch, their unwavering commitment to a patient-centric model, which perfectly aligns with our program's vision, has proven invaluable.' Bill Oldham, Chairman and President, AscellaHealth, says, 'We value our strategic partnership with Abeona which is built upon an aligned vision, a foundation of shared goals and a clear understanding of what can be achieved through collaboration. Together, we have created synergies that not only benefit both organizations, but most importantly, patient access to treatment and optimized clinical outcomes. Abeona epitomizes our description of an ideal partner that is committed to open communications, trust and transparency.' AscellaHealth's integrated patient services and HUB model are proving instrumental in achieving optimal results for life science manufacturers launching specialty pharmaceuticals, and cell and gene therapies for individuals with complex, chronic conditions and rare disease. The results highlight enhanced compliance, retention and satisfaction rates, underscoring the effectiveness of AscellaHealth's tailored programs that consistently deliver measurable outcomes:About ZEVASKYN™ (prademagene zamikeracel) gene-modified cellular sheets ZEVASKYN is the first and only autologous cell sheet-based gene therapy for the treatment of wounds in adult and pediatric patients with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB). RDEB is a severe skin disease caused by a defect in both copies of the COL7A1 gene resulting in the inability to produce functional type VII collagen. Without functional type VII collagen and anchoring fibrils, the skin is fragile and blisters easily, leading to wounds that continually open and close, or fail to heal altogether. Patients often have large open wounds that can lead to serious life-threatening complications. ZEVASKYN incorporates the functional type VII collagen-producing COL7A1 gene into a patient's own skin cells, ex vivo, using a replication-incompetent retroviral vector to produce functional type VII collagen in treated wounds. ZEVASKYN has demonstrated clinically meaningful wound healing and pain reduction with a single surgical application. For more information, visit Indication ZEVASKYN™ (prademagene zamikeracel) is an autologous cell sheet-based gene therapy indicated for the treatment of wounds in adult and pediatric patients with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB). Important Safety Information Serious allergic reactions to ZEVASKYN can occur. Patients should get medical help right away if they experience symptoms like itching, swelling, hives, difficulty breathing, runny nose, watery eyes, or nausea. In rare cases, a severe reaction called anaphylaxis may happen. There is a potential risk that treatment with ZEVASKYN may contribute to the development of cancer because of how the therapy works. Patients should be monitored for the rest of their lives to check for any signs of cancer. ZEVASKYN is made using human and animal materials. Although these materials are tested before use, the risk of passing on infections cannot be eliminated. The most common side effects are pain from the procedure and itching. This is not a complete list of side effects. Patients should call their care team for medical advice about side effects. Side effects may be reported to Abeona at 1-844-888-2236 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or See full Prescribing Information. About AscellaHealth AscellaHealth is a global partner that delivers proven end-to-end solutions to both life sciences and healthcare companies to enhance the quality of life for patients with complex, chronic conditions. A dedicated team gets critical healthcare products from manufacturers to patients while ensuring an efficient flow of funds between payers and pharma. Visit About Abeona TherapeuticsAbeona Therapeutics Inc. is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company developing cell and gene therapies for serious diseases. Abeona's ZEVASKYN™ (prademagene zamikeracel) is the first and only autologous cell-based gene therapy for the treatment of wounds in adults and pediatric patients with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB). The Company's fully integrated cGMP cell and gene therapy manufacturing facility in Cleveland, Ohio serves as the manufacturing site for ZEVASKYN commercial production. The Company's development portfolio features adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based gene therapies for ophthalmic diseases with high unmet medical need. Abeona's novel, next-generation AAV capsids are being evaluated to improve tropism profiles for a variety of devastating diseases. For more information, visit ZEVASKYN™, Abeona Assist™, Abeona Therapeutics®, and their related logos are trademarks of Abeona Therapeutics Inc. Media: Caroline Chambers CPR Communicationscchambers@ x 21 A photo accompanying this announcement is available at This press release was published by a CLEAR® Verified in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
01-07-2025
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Abeona Therapeutics® Announces New Employee Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
CLEVELAND, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abeona Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq: ABEO) today announced it has granted equity awards to new non-executive employees who joined the Company. The equity awards were approved in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). On June 30, 2025, the Compensation Committee of Abeona's Board of Directors granted restricted stock equity awards as a material inducement to employment to 21 individuals hired by Abeona, which equity awards relate to, in the aggregate, up to 48,715 restricted shares of Abeona common stock. One-third of the shares subject to such restricted stock awards will vest yearly on each anniversary of the Grant Date, such that the shares subject to such restricted stock awards granted to each employee will be fully vested on the third anniversary of the Grant Date, in each case, subject to each employee's continued employment with Abeona on the applicable vesting dates. About Abeona Therapeutics Abeona Therapeutics Inc. is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company developing cell and gene therapies for serious diseases. Abeona's ZEVASKYN™ (prademagene zamikeracel) is the first and only autologous cell-based gene therapy for the treatment of wounds in adults and pediatric patients with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB). The Company's fully integrated cell and gene therapy cGMP manufacturing facility in Cleveland, Ohio serves as the manufacturing site for ZEVASKYN commercial production. The Company's development portfolio features adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based gene therapies for ophthalmic diseases with high unmet medical need. Abeona's novel, next-generation AAV capsids are being evaluated to improve tropism profiles for a variety of devastating diseases. For more information, visit ZEVASKYN™, Abeona Assist™, Abeona Therapeutics®, and their related logos are trademarks of Abeona Therapeutics Inc. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains certain statements that are forward-looking within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and that involve risks and uncertainties. We have attempted to identify forward-looking statements by such terminology as 'may,' 'will,' 'believe,' 'anticipate,' 'expect,' 'intend,' 'potential,' and similar words and expressions (as well as other words or expressions referencing future events, conditions or circumstances), which constitute and are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, numerous risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to, the timing and outcome of the FDA's review of our BLA resubmission for pz-cel; the FDA's grant of a Priority Review Voucher upon pz-cel approval; continued interest in our rare disease portfolio; our ability to enroll patients in clinical trials; the outcome of future meetings with the FDA or other regulatory agencies, including those relating to preclinical programs; the ability to achieve or obtain necessary regulatory approvals; the impact of any changes in the financial markets and global economic conditions; risks associated with data analysis and reporting; and other risks disclosed in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to revise the forward-looking statements or to update them to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by the federal securities laws. CONTACT: Investor and Media Contact: Greg Gin VP, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications Abeona Therapeutics ir@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Inside Bezos-Sánchez wedding: Billionaire romance anchored by $500M Superyacht Koru
As billionaire entrepreneur and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos readies to tie the knot with fiancée Lauren Sánchez in a star-studded ceremony in Venice, attention has once again turned to one of the world's most extravagant personal vessels—the superyacht Koru . Arriving in Italy aboard the grand sailing yacht, Bezos was seen alongside Sánchez at the historic Aman Hotel, heightening anticipation for what is being described as one of the most glamorous weddings of the year, as mentioned in a report by USA Today. Largest Sailing Yacht in the World Koru, built by Dutch shipyard Oceanco, holds the distinction of being the largest sailing yacht globally, measuring an estimated 417 feet in length. The three-masted schooner is painted in a signature midnight blue, featuring three jacuzzis, an expansive pool on the upper deck, and multiple viewing levels. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tap into health protection with just a click! Buy HDFC ERGO Get Quote Undo The masts, towering at around 230 feet, are comparable in height to the Great Pyramid of Giza. Originally mired in controversy due to plans to dismantle a historic Rotterdam bridge to facilitate its transfer, the vessel was ultimately delivered to Mallorca in 2023 after its masts were transported separately to avoid public backlash. The Meaning Behind 'Koru' The yacht's name, Koru, derives from the Māori word symbolizing a spiral, referencing new beginnings, renewal, and personal growth. Bezos, 61, reportedly selected the name to reflect a fresh chapter in life, now marked by his relationship with Sánchez, a 55-year-old former TV journalist. Live Events A support vessel accompanies Koru , aptly named Abeona, after the Roman goddess associated with departures and safe travels. Artistry and Design The yacht's design is a product of Dykstra Naval Architecture, while the interior has been curated by Mlinaric Henry & Zervudachi. The décor blends natural wood tones with warm neutral palettes and bespoke textiles, lending a sense of timeless elegance, Oceanco confirmed. There was speculation about the yacht's figurehead resembling Sánchez. However, she clarified in a 2023 Vogue interview that it actually depicts Freyja, the Norse goddess of love and war—one of Bezos's favorite mythological figures. Proposal Aboard the Koru Bezos proposed to Sánchez on board Koru during a romantic voyage at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, where he hid a pink diamond engagement ring under her pillow. The intimate moment, as described by Sánchez, left her momentarily overwhelmed. Wedding of the Season in Venice While the couple remains discreet about the exact date, reports indicate the three-day wedding celebration will take place between June 26 and 28, attended by nearly 200 guests. High-profile figures such as Oprah Winfrey, Diane von Furstenberg, Salma Hayek, Mick Jagger, Ivanka Trump, and Kim Kardashian are expected to join the festivities. The Bezos-Sánchez nuptials follow a trend of elite weddings in Venice, joining the likes of George and Amal Clooney and Salma Hayek and François-Henri Pinault. FAQs What is the occasion involving Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez? Jeff Bezos, Amazon founder and billionaire entrepreneur, is preparing to marry his fiancée Lauren Sánchez, in a star-studded, three-day wedding ceremony in Venice, Italy. When is the wedding scheduled to take place? While the exact date has not been officially confirmed, reports suggest the wedding celebrations will span from June 26 to June 28, 2025.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jeff Bezos' lavish wedding secrets leaked: Who made the cut, dress designer and eye-popping price tag
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are having a very fancy and private wedding in Venice, Italy. But now, all the secrets are out — like who's going, what she's wearing, how much it costs, and where it will happen. And it's way more dramatic, expensive, and private than people thought. The wedding will have 3 big events over 3 days starting off with a pre-wedding party, the main wedding, and a final celebration. The first dinner will be on a quiet island in Venice called San Giovanni Evangelista, where only 11 people normally live. The location is super exclusive and only reachable by boat. Guests will sit at long tables in a vineyard, with presidential-level security, according to the report by Daily Mail. About 200 rich guests are coming, including Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Barry Diller, and Diane von Furstenberg. Bride-to-be Lauren Sanchez will likely arrive by helicopter and land on the floating helipad of their support yacht Abeona. The wedding planners, a company called Lanza & Baucina, got this last-minute venue. The villa, Villa Baslini, is usually rented out and booked for 2 years straight, as per reports. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Top 25 Most Beautiful Women In The World Articles Vally Undo Jeff Bezos is worth $224 billion, but a wedding source called him 'unlucky' because so many things have gone wrong. The original wedding budget was $50 million, but after criticism, it was cut down to around $5 million. Critics slammed Sanchez's recent space flight as a rich-person stunt. It was supposed to be a feminist mission but didn't go well with the public, as stated by Daily Mail. Plans changed after backlash and protests To calm the backlash, the couple changed plans and made the wedding look more like a family gathering than a billionaire party. The original idea was to use Bezos's $500 million yacht, Koru, for the wedding events. But because of security issues and protests in Venice, they kept it away in Croatia, as per reports. Live Events Posters saying 'No Space for Bezos' were spotted in Venice, so the couple didn't want to cause more public anger. Security fears increased after Trump's military actions in Iran, so plans had to be changed again. Koru is staying far away, and even the guest travel plan got adjusted. Trump was supposed to be invited, but now probably won't come. However, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner are already in Venice. Guests are staying at luxury hotels like the Aman Palace and Cipriani, where rooms cost up to £10,000 a night. The wedding day itself will be in San Giorgio Maggiore, at a beautiful outdoor place called the 'green theatre', according to a Daily Mail report. This theatre can hold up to 1,500 guests, has white stone seating, and was recently redesigned by famous architects Foster plus Partners to include drone-proof canopies. The wedding dinner will likely be in Palladian rooms, outside, or in a cloister. The couple is planning to light up the sky with fireworks after the wedding. Dresses, parties, and what happens next There are rumors that Anna Wintour helped pick Lauren's dress and Bezos's tux, but she may not attend because of Dior's Paris show. Lauren Sanchez will wear Dolce & Gabbana for the main ceremony. She picked them because she likes them and Anna Wintour approves. She may change her outfits over a dozen times during the wedding week, and also wear Oscar de la Renta for some events, as per the report by Daily Mail. One event even has a 'pyjama' dress code. Saturday's party will be a big ball at the Arsenale, an ancient, secure shipyard used for art shows and fashion events. Some other places were considered for events, like Scuola Grande della Misericordia, but were not used because of logistics and size issues. There are secret mini parties planned on smaller islands like Burano, Giudecca, and Sacca Sessola, and on yachts. Some guests will get private art museum tours too, according to the reports. After the wedding, the couple will sail to Taormina, Sicily, to relax at the San Domenico Palace, known from 'The White Lotus' Season 2. The official wedding photos will likely be published in Vogue or Vanity Fair. Bezos and Sanchez met through her then-husband Patrick Whitesell, a top Hollywood agent, as per the report by Daily Mail. They first got close while planning a documentary about Blue Origin, Bezos's space company, which turned into a secret 8-month affair. Tabloids followed them across 5 states and 40,000 miles, exposing their romance. In 2019, Bezos divorced his wife MacKenzie Scott, and Sanchez also ended things with Whitesell. Bezos gave Sanchez a huge pink diamond ring worth around $2.5 million when they got engaged in May 2023. Sanchez now works on several charity projects, including the Bezos Earth Fund, Day 1 Families Fund, and Bezos Academy. The couple is expected to donate a large sum to Venetian charities, but only after the wedding to avoid seeming like they are 'buying' Venice. The wedding planners said they are doing their best to respect Venice, hire locals, and support the lagoon, according to the report by Daily Mail. FAQs Q1. Where is Jeff Bezos getting married? Jeff Bezos is getting married in Venice, Italy, with events on islands like San Giovanni and San Giorgio Maggiore. Q2. Who is invited to Jeff Bezos' wedding? Around 200 rich and famous guests, including Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, and Ivanka Trump, are attending.
Euronews
25-06-2025
- Business
- Euronews
Venice activists claim victory as Jeff Bezos changes wedding venue
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' Venice wedding to Lauren Sánchez has been triggering several protests in the historic sinking city, with activist groups staging demonstrations and aiming to obstruct access to the city's famed canals. While activists belonging to the 'No Space For Bezos' group do not have an issue with the marriage itself, the common feeling is that Venice is being privatized and exploited, and that the 'wedding of the century' only highlights the growing disparity between the haves and have-nots. The protests were even galvanized this week by Greenpeace and their huge banner on St Mark's Square, which read: 'IF YOU CAN RENT VENICE FOR YOUR WEDDING YOU CAN PAY MORE TAX.' Greenpeace's initiative aimed to highlight the 'social and climate injustice' of such events, adding that Bezos 'embodies an economic and social model that is leading us towards collapse. The organisation stated that lifestyles fuelled by 'the arrogance of a few billionaires' are devastating for the planet. The local activists had planned a protest for Saturday, aiming to obstruct access to canals with boats – in order to prevent guests from reaching the wedding venue. However, these plans were modified after they claimed an "enormous victory". Indeed, their actions have pressured organisers to change the lavish wedding venue from the Scuola Grande della Misericordia to the Arsenale - the famous complex of shipyards beyond Venice's congested centre, which is surrounded by fortified walls. According to local press reports, the venue switch has been described as a necessary change because of security concerns, after the US joined the war between Israel and Iran – and with Ivanka Trump being on the guest list. Regardless, the group 'No Space For Bezos' are celebrating and have ditched their plans to use inflatable crocodiles to fill the canals, in order to block their celebrity guests from entering. It would have been a brilliant visual... Instead, activists said that they will organise a 'no Bezos, no war' march. 'It will be a strong, decisive protest, but peaceful,'' said Federica Toninello, an activist with the Social Housing Assembly network. 'We want it to be like a party, with music, to make clear what we want our Venice to look like." Another important change of plan concerns Bezos' superyacht Koru and its support vessel Abeona, which is equipped with a helicopter deck and dedicated staff. The vessels have remained anchored in the Upper Adriatic Sea, between Croatia and Slovenia. No entry into the lagoon is expected. As mentioned in our Everything You Need To Know About The Bezos Wedding article, private jets are expected to jam up Venice airport, while five of Venice's most luxurious hotels have been booked for the guests. Bezos is said to be spending between $7million - $10 million for the three-day celebrations, and among the 200 carefully selected guests, A-list stars like Oprah Winfrey, Katy Perry, Leonardo DiCaprio and Kim Kardashian will be in attendance. The most anticipated moment will be the ceremony on Friday 27 June on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore. The guests will visit the historic cloisters that now house the Cini Foundation, and then head to the Teatro Verde, an open-air amphitheatre made of white Vicenza stone with boxwood hedges. There, Bezos and Sánchez will say "yes". The evening will reportedly end with a fireworks display that will light up the stretch of water in front of St Mark's Square. The following day, on 28 June, a party will take place at the Arsenale... All with reinforced security. There have been rumours that Lady Gaga and/or Elton John will be providing the entertainment. The mayor of Venice, Luigi Brugnaro, has tried to reassure protesters regarding the extravagance of the wedding, stating that Venice is more than capable of hosting the event. He cited the Venice Film Festival and G7 Summit as examples. Brugnaro also said he was 'ashamed of those who behave like this' - in reference to the protesters. For more information on the Bezos- Sánchez wedding, including details on celebrity guests, the fashion of the event and more on the protests, clickhere for the full lowdown.
