Opus Genetics, Inc.·Healthcare
Opus Genetics, Inc., a clinical-stage ophthalmic biopharmaceutical company, focuses on developing and commercializing therapies for the treatment of unmet needs of patients with refractive and retinal eye disorders. The company offers Phentolamine Ophthalmic Solution for reversal of mydriasis, as well as is in Phase III clinical trials for presbyopia and dim light or night vision disturbances. Its lead retinal product candidate is APX3330, a small-molecule inhibitor of reduction oxidation effector factor-1 protein that has completed Phase II clinical trial for the treatment of diabetic retinopathy. The company also develops APX2009 and APX2014 that are preclinical product candidates for retina indications. The company was formerly known as Ocuphire Pharma, Inc. Opus Genetics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., April 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Opus Genetics, Inc. (Nasdaq: IRD) (“Opus Genetics” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing gene therapies to restore vision and prevent blindness in patients with inherited retinal diseases (IRDs), today announced that three abstracts will be presented at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C.

- Agreement includes up to $155 million in non-dilutive funding with an upfront payment of $35 million and a $5 million equity investment - - Strategic financing to accelerate development of earlier-stage gene therapy programs with three additional programs entering clinical testing over the next year - - Current cash of approximately $100 million now extends cash runway into 2029, through expected completion of OPGx-LCA5 and OPGx-BEST1 pivotal studies, potential approvals, and the prospect to receive priority review vouchers - - Three-month topline results from full Cohort 1 of Phase 1/2 trial with OPGx-BEST1 remain on track for mid-2026 - RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., April 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Opus Genetics, Inc. (Nasdaq: IRD) (“Opus Genetics”, “Opus”, or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing gene therapies to restore vision and prevent blindness in patients with inherited retinal diseases (IRDs), announced today a strategic financing agreement with Oberland Capital Management LLC (“Oberland Capital”) to accelerate the clinical development, manufacturing, and potential commercialization of its broad gene therapy pipeline to maximize shareholder value.

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Opus Genetics, Inc. (Nasdaq: IRD) (“Opus Genetics” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing gene therapies to restore vision and prevent blindness in patients with inherited retinal diseases (IRDs), is proud to have been named to Fast Company's prestigious list of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2026 in the Biotech category.

Opus Genetics, Inc. (IRD) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.14 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.11. This compares to a loss of $1.27 per share a year ago.

- Favorable early safety and initial efficacy data from BEST1 program highlighted at premier gathering of global retinal experts with additional data expected mid-year 2026 - - Reauthorization of FDA's Rare Pediatric Disease Priority Review Voucher (PRV) program provides opportunity for Opus' deep pipeline in rare inherited retinal diseases - - FDA Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) date in October 2026 for Phentolamine Ophthalmic Solution 0.75% for the treatment of presbyopia - - Funding from prominent healthcare investors expected to extend cash runway into 2028 - RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Opus Genetics, Inc. (Nasdaq: IRD) (the “Company” or “Opus Genetics”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing gene therapies to restore vision and prevent blindness in patients with inherited retinal diseases (IRDs), today announced financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, and provided a corporate update.

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Opus Genetics, Inc. (Nasdaq: IRD) (“Opus Genetics” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing gene therapies to restore vision and prevent blindness in patients with inherited retinal diseases (IRDs), announced today that management will present at the following investor conferences.