– Broad Protection Extends to All Forms of Vidofludimus, Including Its Salts, Solvates and Free Acid –
– Multi-Layered Intellectual Property Strategy Expected to Provide Protection at Least Into 2041 in the United States and Into 2039 in Europe –
NEW YORK, March 10, 2026 – Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX), a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases, today announced that the European Patent Office (EPO) has granted a key European patent, EP3713554, directed to label-relevant dosing regimens of lead asset, nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activator, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838). The patent is expected to provide protection for vidofludimus calcium in Europe into 2038, and may be eligible for a Supplementary Protection Certificate (SPC), which could extend market exclusivity potentially into 2043. This patent was previously granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in 2023.
The claims broadly protect vidofludimus and its salt, solvate and free acid forms, in all label-relevant dosing regimens. This protection extends beyond a specific salt form, meaning that even alternative salts or forms will fall within the scope of the patent if used according to the label.
“Receiving this key patent in Europe represents a highly important advancement in our global intellectual property strategy for vidofludimus calcium and further reinforces the durability of our exclusivity position,” stated Daniel Vitt, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Immunic. “This patent creates a particularly robust layer of protection that is difficult to design around, independent of indication or formulation. Together with our existing composition-of-matter, indication, method-of-treatment, dosing, process of production and formulation patents, this European patent significantly strengthens the multi-layered protection we have built around vidofludimus calcium. We will continue to expand this portfolio with the goal of maximizing long-term exclusivity following potential regulatory approval.”
Vidofludimus calcium is protected by several layers of granted patents in the United States, Europe and other jurisdictions around the world. These patents are directed towards composition-of-matter for forms of vidofludimus calcium; the treatment of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis with a specific dose strength used in the clinical trials; the treatment of progressive multiple sclerosis with specific dose strengths used in the clinical trials; the dosing regimens, including those used in clinical trials for the treatment of multiple sclerosis, as well as composition-of-matter of a specific polymorph of vidofludimus calcium and a related method of production of the material. In the United States, these patents provide protection into 2041, unless extended further. In addition, pending applications are directed towards the use of vidofludimus calcium and other salt forms as well as free acid forms for treating neurodegenerative diseases, which, if granted, could provide protection up to 2044, unless extended further, and the pharmaceutical product (formulation, production process and impurity profile), which, if granted, could provide protection up to 2045, unless extended further. Further undisclosed patent applications dedicated to strengthening the exclusivity period are currently in process. In addition to patent exclusivity, vidofludimus calcium, as a new chemical entity, is expected to benefit from regulatory data protection.
About Vidofludimus Calcium (IMU-838)
Vidofludimus calcium is an orally administered investigational small molecule drug being developed for chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, currently in late-stage clinical trials for multiple sclerosis (MS). Vidofludimus calcium’s unique mode of action combines neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects to target the complex pathophysiology of MS. As a selective immune modulator, it activates the neuroprotective transcription factor, nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1), which provides direct and indirect neuroprotective effects. Additionally, vidofludimus calcium achieves anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects through highly selective inhibition of the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). Vidofludimus calcium is currently being evaluated in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing MS. In a phase 2 clinical trial, it showed therapeutic activity in relapsing-remitting MS patients, significantly reducing brain lesions and demonstrating encouraging results in reducing confirmed disability worsening. Additionally, vidofludimus calcium demonstrated clinical benefits in progressive MS patients by showing substantial reductions in confirmed disability progression and statistically significant confirmed disability improvement in a phase 2 clinical trial. To date, vidofludimus calcium has been exposed to more than 3,400 individuals and has shown an attractive pharmacokinetic, safety and tolerability profile. Vidofludimus calcium is not yet licensed or approved in any country.
About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases. The company’s lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), is currently in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis, for which top-line data is expected to be available by the end of 2026. It has already shown therapeutic activity in phase 2 clinical trials in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, progressive multiple sclerosis and other diseases. Vidofludimus calcium combines neuroprotective effects, through its mechanism as a first-in-class nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activator, with additional anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects, by selectively inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). IMU-856, which targets the protein Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), is intended to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium, which could potentially be applicable in numerous gastrointestinal diseases such as celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and graft-versus-host disease. IMU-381 comprises next-generation molecules in preclinical testing for neurologic, gastrointestinal and other autoimmune diseases leveraging the company’s Nurr1 platform. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, sufficiency of cash and cash runway, expected timing, development and results of clinical trials, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to Immunic’s development programs and the targeted diseases; the potential for vidofludimus calcium to safely and effectively target diseases; preclinical and clinical data for vidofludimus calcium; the feasibility of advancing vidofludimus calcium to a confirmatory phase 3 clinical trial in progressive multiple sclerosis; the timing of current and future clinical trials, anticipated clinical milestones and regulatory approvals; the nature, strategy and focus of the company and further updates with respect thereto; and the development and commercial potential of any product candidates of the company. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, increasing inflation, tariffs and macroeconomics trends, impacts of the Ukraine – Russia conflict and the conflict in the Middle East on planned and ongoing clinical trials, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient financial and other resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, and the ability to raise sufficient capital to continue as a going concern, the fact that the results of earlier preclinical studies and clinical trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, any changes to the size of the target markets for the company’s products or product candidates, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic’s intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process and the impact of competitive products and technological changes. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned “Risk Factors,” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the SEC on February 26, 2026, and in the company’s subsequent filings with the SEC. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.imux.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this press release.
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Vice President Investor Relations and Communications
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]]>About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases. The company’s lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), is currently in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis, for which top-line data is expected to be available by the end of 2026. It has already shown therapeutic activity in phase 2 clinical trials in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, progressive multiple sclerosis and other diseases. Vidofludimus calcium combines neuroprotective effects, through its mechanism as a first-in-class nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activator, with additional anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects, by selectively inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). IMU-856, which targets the protein Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), is intended to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium, which could potentially be applicable in numerous gastrointestinal diseases such as celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and Graft-versus-Host-Disease. IMU-381 comprises next-generation molecules in preclinical testing for neurologic, gastrointestinal and other autoimmune diseases leveraging the company’s Nurr1 platform. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, sufficiency of cash and cash runway, expected timing, development and results of clinical trials, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to management’s and employee’s participation in investor conferences. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, increasing inflation, tariffs and macroeconomics trends, impacts of the Ukraine – Russia conflict and the conflict in the Middle East on planned and ongoing clinical trials, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient financial and other resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, the fact that the results of earlier preclinical studies and clinical trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, any changes to the size of the target markets for the company’s products or product candidates, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic’s intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process and the impact of competitive products and technological changes. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned “Risk Factors,” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the SEC on February 26, 2026, and in the company’s subsequent filings with the SEC. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.imux.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this press release.
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Immunic, Inc.
Jessica Breu
Vice President Investor Relations and Communications
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Paula Schwartz
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]]>– Raised Proceeds of $200 Million in a Private Placement, with Potential for up to an Additional $200 Million –
– Net Proceeds Expected to Fund Completion of Phase 3 ENSURE Trials in Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis, Initiation of Phase 3 Trial in Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and Begin of Transition into a Commercial Organization –
NEW YORK, February 26, 2026 – Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX), a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases, today announced financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, and provided a corporate update.
“The phase 3 ENSURE-1 and ENSURE-2 trials of our lead asset, orally available nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activator, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838) in relapsing multiple sclerosis (RMS) continue to progress, with top-line data expected to be available by the end of 2026,” stated Daniel Vitt, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Immunic. “As we continue to advance our multiple sclerosis (MS) program with vidofludimus calcium, we were extremely pleased to have recently announced the successful completion of an oversubscribed private placement of up to $400 million in gross proceeds, with $200 million in upfront gross proceeds. This financing is truly a pivotal milestone for Immunic and positions us to confidently transition into a fully integrated commercial-stage company. The transaction was led by our existing investor BVF Partners L.P. with participation from a group of highly regarded new and other existing investors. This level of commitment reflects growing confidence in our program and reinforces our belief in vidofludimus calcium’s potential to address the underlying drivers of MS progression.”
“The proceeds from the initial closing are expected to fund our operations through the ENSURE top-line data and our planned RMS New Drug Application (NDA) submission in the United States in mid-2027, with a targeted potential regulatory approval date in 2028,” continued Dr. Vitt. “They also support preparations for the potential launch of vidofludimus calcium in RMS, including expansion of our medical and commercial infrastructure. Additionally, based on the totality of the phase 2 CALLIPER trial data in progressive MS, which showed not only substantial and medically relevant reductions for vidofludimus calcium in delaying 24-week confirmed disability progression but also statistically significant 24-week confirmed disability improvement, while confirming the drug’s favorable safety and tolerability profile already observed in previous clinical trials, we plan to initiate a confirmatory phase 3 program in primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) later this year as well.”
Jason Tardio, President and Chief Operating Officer of Immunic, added, “This is an exciting moment for Immunic and for individuals living with MS, as we believe that vidofludimus calcium could represent a potentially transformative approach to disease modification. Current oral therapies for RMS mainly control inflammation and relapses, often have complex safety and tolerability issues and do not adequately address the neurodegenerative processes driving disability progression and long-term disability. In contrast, vidofludimus calcium is uniquely designed to provide direct neuroprotective effects by enhancing neuronal survival and function through Nurr1 activation, while reducing new inflammatory damage via selective DHODH inhibition. This first-in-class mechanism has the potential to address the two key biological drivers of disability progression—relapse-associated worsening (RAW) and progression independent of relapse activity (PIRA)—potentially offering advantages over currently available therapies that primarily focus on inflammatory relapses. As such, we believe vidofludimus calcium may achieve a best-in-class benefit-risk profile and, therefore, could represent a large commercial opportunity in the global MS market, which is projected to reach over $30 billion by the early 2030s.”
Fourth Quarter 2025 and Subsequent Highlights
Anticipated Clinical Milestones
Financial and Operating Results
About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases. The company’s lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), is currently in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis, for which top-line data is expected to be available by the end of 2026. It has already shown therapeutic activity in phase 2 clinical trials in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, progressive multiple sclerosis and other diseases. Vidofludimus calcium combines neuroprotective effects, through its mechanism as a first-in-class nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activator, with additional anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects, by selectively inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). IMU-856, which targets the protein Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), is intended to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium, which could potentially be applicable in numerous gastrointestinal diseases such as celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and Graft-versus-Host-Disease. IMU-381 comprises next-generation molecules in preclinical testing for neurologic, gastrointestinal and other autoimmune diseases leveraging the company’s Nurr1 platform. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, sufficiency of cash and cash runway, expected timing, development and results of clinical trials, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to Immunic’s development programs and the targeted diseases; the potential for Immunic’s development programs to safely and effectively target diseases; preclinical and clinical data for Immunic’s development programs; the feasibility of advancing vidofludimus calcium to a confirmatory phase 3 clinical trial in progressive multiple sclerosis; the timing of current and future clinical trials, anticipated clinical milestones and regulatory approvals; the nature, strategy and focus of the company and further updates with respect thereto; and the development and commercial potential of any product candidates of the company. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, increasing inflation, tariffs and macroeconomics trends, impacts of the Ukraine – Russia conflict and the conflict in the Middle East on planned and ongoing clinical trials, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient financial and other resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, and the ability to raise sufficient capital to continue as a going concern, the fact that the results of earlier preclinical studies and clinical trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, any changes to the size of the target markets for the company’s products or product candidates, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic’s intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process and the impact of competitive products and technological changes. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned “Risk Factors,” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the SEC on February 26, 2026, and in the company’s subsequent filings with the SEC. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.imux.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this press release.
Contact Information
Immunic, Inc.
Jessica Breu
Vice President Investor Relations and Communications
+49 89 2080 477 09
[email protected]
US IR Contact
Rx Communications Group
Paula Schwartz
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Caitlin Kasunich
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]]>– Expected to Fund Completion of Phase 3 ENSURE Trials in Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis, Initiation of Phase 3 Trial in Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis, and Begin of Transition Into a Commercial Organization –
NEW YORK, February 17, 2026 – Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX), a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases, today announced the closing of its previously disclosed private placement financing.
The financing was led by BVF Partners L.P. and included participation from Aberdeen Investments, Avidity Partners, Coastlands Capital, EcoR1 Capital, Janus Henderson Investors, OrbiMed, RA Capital Management, TCGX, Trails Edge Capital Partners, Vivo Capital, Woodline Partners LP, and other institutional investors.
As previously disclosed, Immunic entered into a securities purchase agreement with select accredited investors for up to USD 400 million in gross proceeds through a private placement. Pursuant to the terms of the purchase agreement, the company issued an aggregate of 229,076,000 pre-funded warrants to purchase shares of the company’s common stock at a price of $0.873 per pre-funded warrant, for upfront gross proceeds of USD 200 million. In addition, the company issued warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 229,076,000 shares of the company’s common stock (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) at an exercise price of $0.873 per share, for up to an additional USD 200 million in gross proceeds to Immunic. These warrants will expire upon the earlier of (a) 30 days after the public announcement of top-line data from the phase 3 ENSURE trials or (b) February 17, 2031.
Immunic intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to fund its clinical trials and operations and for other general corporate purposes. The upfront proceeds from this private placement, combined with current cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, are expected to fund operating and capital expenditures into late 2027.
Leerink Partners acted as lead placement agent in connection with the financing. Stifel, Guggenheim Securities, William Blair, LifeSci Capital, B. Riley Securities and Brookline Capital Markets, a division of Arcadia Securities, LLC, also acted as placement agents in connection with the financing.
The securities sold in the private placement have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the Securities Act), or applicable state securities laws and accordingly may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC) or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and such applicable state securities laws.
About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases. The company’s lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), is currently in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis, for which top-line data is expected to be available by the end of 2026. It has already shown therapeutic activity in phase 2 clinical trials in patients suffering from relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and progressive multiple sclerosis. Vidofludimus calcium combines neuroprotective effects, through its mechanism as a first-in-class nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activator, with additional anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects, by selectively inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). IMU-856, which targets the protein Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), is intended to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium, which could potentially be applicable in numerous gastrointestinal diseases, such as celiac disease as well as inflammatory bowel disease, Graft-versus-Host-Disease and weight management. IMU-381, which currently is in preclinical testing, is a next generation molecule being developed to specifically address the needs of gastrointestinal diseases. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, sufficiency of cash and cash runway, expected timing, development and results of clinical trials, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to consummation of the proposed offering and the exercise of warrants to be issued in the offering, Immunic’s development programs and the targeted diseases; the potential for vidofludimus calcium to safely and effectively target diseases; preclinical and clinical data for vidofludimus calcium; the feasibility of advancing vidofludimus calcium to a confirmatory phase 3 clinical trial in progressive multiple sclerosis; the timing of current and future clinical trials and anticipated clinical milestones; the nature, strategy and focus of the company and further updates with respect thereto; and the development and commercial potential of any product candidates of the company. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, increasing inflation, tariffs and macroeconomics trends, impacts of the Ukraine – Russia conflict and the conflict in the Middle East on planned and ongoing clinical trials, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient financial and other resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, the fact that the results of earlier preclinical studies and clinical trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, any changes to the size of the target markets for the company’s products or product candidates, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic’s intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process, the impact of competitive products and technological changes, and the risk that warrants issued in this offering will not be exercised for cash in the future. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned “Risk Factors,” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on March 31, 2025, and in the company’s subsequent filings with the SEC. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.imux.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this press release.
Contact Information
Immunic, Inc.
Jessica Breu
Vice President Investor Relations and Communications
+49 89 2080 477 09
[email protected]
US IR Contact
Rx Communications Group
Paula Schwartz
+1 917 633 7790
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KCSA Strategic Communications
Caitlin Kasunich
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]]>– Expected to Fund Completion of Phase 3 ENSURE Trials in Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis, Initiation of Phase 3 Trial in Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis, and Transition into a Commercial Organization –
– Simona Skerjanec, Former SVP, Global Head of Neuroscience and Rare Diseases at Roche, Elevated to Interim Chairperson of the Board of Directors –
– Thor Nagel, Principal at BVF Partners L.P., Joins Board of Directors –
– Simona Skerjanec and Dr. Daniel Vitt to Lead Search for CEO with Commercial Background –
NEW YORK, February 13, 2026 – Immunic, Inc.(Nasdaq: IMUX), a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases, today announced the pricing of a private placement with gross proceeds of up to USD 400 million priced at the market under Nasdaq rules. The financing was led by existing investor BVF Partners L.P. and included participation from Aberdeen Investments, Avidity Partners, Coastlands Capital, EcoR1 Capital, Janus Henderson Investors, OrbiMed, RA Capital Management, TCGX, Trails Edge Capital Partners, Vivo Capital, Woodline Partners LP, and other institutional investors.
Transformation Into Commercial-Stage Company
The proceeds of this financing are expected to support Immunic’s strategic transition from a research and development (R&D)-focused company into a fully integrated commercial entity. In the coming months, the company will prioritize:
With these pivotal programs underway, Immunic is positioning itself to become a leading innovator in next‑generation oral therapies for relapsing and progressive forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Vidofludimus calcium is uniquely designed to provide direct neuroprotective effects by enhancing neuronal survival and function through nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activation, while reducing new inflammatory damage via selective dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH) inhibition. This first-in-class mechanism has the potential to address the two key biological drivers of disability progression—relapse-associated worsening (RAW) and progression independent of relapse activity (PIRA)—potentially offering advantages over currently available therapies that primarily focus on inflammatory relapses.
Changes in Company Leadership
Immunic’s Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Daniel Vitt, and the Board of Directors will begin a search for a new CEO with deep commercial expertise in the MS space to lead Immunic through its next stage of growth and into commercialization. Subsequently, Dr. Vitt plans to transition to a new senior executive role focused on strengthening the company’s scientific strategy and driving portfolio advancement. He will continue to support the organization in this capacity and as a member of the Board of Directors.
Concurrent with the transaction, Simona Skerjanec, former SVP, Global Head of Neuroscience and Rare Diseases at Roche, who joined Immunic’s Board of Directors in July 2024, has been elevated to interim Chairperson of the Board of Directors. Dr. Duane Nash, former Chairman, will remain a member of the Board of Directors. Additionally, Thor Nagel, Principal at BVF Partners L.P., has been appointed as a member of the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors intends to explore and evaluate further refreshment in order to better align its future composition with Immunic’s strategic goals and objectives. As part of this refreshment, the Board expects that two new directors will replace existing directors at or prior to Immunic’s upcoming annual meeting with a third director expected to be replaced at or prior to Immunic’s 2027 annual meeting.
“I could not be prouder of the Immunic team and what we have achieved with vidofludimus calcium. I would like to thank BVF and the other investors in the consortium for joining our journey towards potential regulatory approval of vidofludimus calcium. The proceeds from the initial closing are expected to provide sufficient runway through submission of an NDA in the United States in mid-2027 and to start preparations for the potential launch of vidofludimus calcium in RMS, as well as initiation of a phase 3 clinical program in PPMS,” commented Daniel Vitt, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Immunic. “We believe that now is the perfect time to prepare Immunic for its transformation into a highly successful commercial entity. As Immunic evolves from an R&D‑driven organization into a fully-fledged commercial company, I have decided to return to my roots and focus my energy on further strengthening Immunic’s scientific excellence. Together with our new interim Chairperson Simona and other members of our Board of Directors, I look forward to welcoming a new CEO with a strong commercial background in the MS space to lead the next phase of Immunic’s growth and to guide the potential launch of our first pharmaceutical product. I will continue to support this transition process and Immunic’s success in my current and future executive roles and as a member of the Board of Directors.”
“I want to thank Daniel for not only helping to invent vidofludimus calcium, but also for his tremendous leadership in getting the molecule and company to this position,” said Duane Nash, M.D., J.D., M.B.A., member of the Immunic Board of Directors and former Chairman. “I am also delighted that Simona has agreed to take the position of interim Chairperson to steer this evolution. As the former head of Neuroscience and Rare Diseases at Roche, who personally led one of the most successful launches in MS history, she is well positioned to guide Immunic’s commercial transformation efforts. In the 18 months she has been on our Board, her contributions, insights and connections have proven invaluable, and her leadership skills are impeccable. I look forward to helping support Simona and the rest of the Board in any way that I can.”
“I am honored to be in a position to help transform Immunic at this critical juncture,” said Simona Skerjanec, newly appointed interim Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Immunic. “Despite available therapeutic options in MS, it remains a devastating disease for patients and their families and I am committed to help bring new and meaningful therapies to patients. I believe vidofludimus calcium holds the potential to address the underlying unmet need for a direct neuroprotective medicine in MS. I very much look forward to continuing to work with Daniel, Duane and the rest of Immunic’s Board of Directors as we prepare Immunic for a very exciting future.”
Up to USD 400 Million Private Placement
The company has entered into a securities purchase agreement with select accredited investors for up to USD 400 million in gross proceeds through a private placement. Pursuant to the terms of the purchase agreement, the company will issue an aggregate of 229,076,000 pre-funded warrants to purchase shares of the company’s common stock at a price of $0.873 per pre-funded warrant, for upfront gross proceeds of USD 200 million.
In addition, the company will issue warrants to purchase up to an aggregate of 229,076,000 shares of the company’s common stock (or pre-funded warrants in lieu thereof) at an exercise price of $0.873 per share, for up to an additional USD 200 million in gross proceeds to Immunic. These warrants will expire upon the earlier of (a) 30 days after the public announcement of top-line data from the phase 3 ENSURE trials or (b) February 17, 2031. The private placement is expected to close on or about February 17, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.
The financing was led by existing investor BVF Partners L.P. and included participation from Aberdeen Investments, Avidity Partners, Coastlands Capital, EcoR1 Capital, Janus Henderson Investors, OrbiMed, RA Capital Management, TCGX, Trails Edge Capital Partners, Vivo Capital, Woodline Partners LP, and other institutional investors.
Leerink Partners acted as lead placement agent in connection with the financing. Stifel, Guggenheim Securities, William Blair, LifeSci Capital, B. Riley Securities and Brookline Capital Markets, a division of Arcadia Securities, LLC, also acted as placement agents in connection with the financing.
The company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to fund its clinical trials and operations and for other general corporate purposes. The proceeds from this private placement, combined with current cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, are expected to fund operating and capital expenditures to late 2027.
In addition, on February 12, 2026, Immunic entered into a purchase and sale agreement with certain holders of warrants to purchase shares of the company’s common stock that were issued in its May 2025 public offering (the “Series B Warrants”). Pursuant to the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, the company issued to such holders the right to receive a portion of an aggregate 5% royalty on future net sales of vidofludimus calcium in exchange for cancellation of the Series B Warrants held by such participants. The purchase and sale agreement is expected to close on or about February 17, 2026.
Further information regarding the private placement and the purchase and sale agreement can be found in the company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including a current report on Form 8-K which is expected to be filed on or about February 13, 2026.
About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases. The company’s lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), is currently in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis, for which top-line data is expected to be available by the end of 2026. It has already shown therapeutic activity in phase 2 clinical trials in patients suffering from relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and progressive multiple sclerosis. Vidofludimus calcium combines neuroprotective effects, through its mechanism as a first-in-class nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activator, with additional anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects, by selectively inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). IMU-856, which targets the protein Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), is intended to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium, which could potentially be applicable in numerous gastrointestinal diseases, such as celiac disease as well as inflammatory bowel disease, Graft-versus-Host-Disease and weight management. IMU-381, which currently is in preclinical testing, is a next generation molecule being developed to specifically address the needs of gastrointestinal diseases. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, sufficiency of cash and cash runway, expected timing, development and results of clinical trials, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to consummation of the proposed offering and the exercise of warrants to be issued in the offering, Immunic’s development programs and the targeted diseases; the potential for vidofludimus calcium to safely and effectively target diseases; preclinical and clinical data for vidofludimus calcium; the feasibility of advancing vidofludimus calcium to a confirmatory phase 3 clinical trial in progressive multiple sclerosis; the timing of current and future clinical trials and anticipated clinical milestones; the nature, strategy and focus of the company and further updates with respect thereto; and the development and commercial potential of any product candidates of the company. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, increasing inflation, tariffs and macroeconomics trends, impacts of the Ukraine – Russia conflict and the conflict in the Middle East on planned and ongoing clinical trials, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient financial and other resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, the fact that the results of earlier preclinical studies and clinical trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, any changes to the size of the target markets for the company’s products or product candidates, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic’s intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process, the impact of competitive products and technological changes, the company’s ability to close the proposed offering, and the risk that warrants issued in this offering will not be exercised for cash in the future. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned “Risk Factors,” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on March 31, 2025, and in the company’s subsequent filings with the SEC. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.imux.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this press release.
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Immunic, Inc.
Jessica Breu
Vice President Investor Relations and Communications
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]]>– CALLIPER Subset Data Demonstrate Reductions in EBV-Specific T-Cell Receptor Sequences,
Underlining Broad-Spectrum Antiviral Effects of Vidofludimus Calcium –
NEW YORK, February 4, 2026 – Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX), a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases, today announced the presentation of additional data from its phase 2 CALLIPER trial evaluating lead asset, nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activator, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), in patients with progressive multiple sclerosis (PMS) at the Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ACTRIMS) Forum 2026, taking place from February 5-7, in San Diego, California. Both poster presentations will be accessible on the “Events and Presentations” section of Immunic’s website at: https://ir.imux.com/events-and-presentations. Additionally, members of Immunic’s management, medical and preclinical teams will be available throughout the event at booth #N9.
“Together, our two poster presentations at the prestigious ACTRIMS Forum further underscore the unique mechanism of action of vidofludimus calcium and its potential in PMS,” stated Daniel Vitt, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Immunic. “These latest findings from our phase 2 CALLIPER trial provide additional evidence of vidofludimus calcium’s effects on key biological drivers of disease progression, including antiviral immune responses linked to Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) markers of both acute-focal and chronic-compartmentalized inflammation. The findings further reinforce our belief that vidofludimus calcium has the potential to address underlying mechanisms of disease progression in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients.”
Presentation Details:
MRI lesions in the brain of MS patients are commonly understood to be markers of acute-focal inflammation. In patients with PMS enrolled in the phase 2 CALLIPER trial, treatment with vidofludimus calcium was associated with improvements across key MRI markers of both acute-focal and chronic-compartmentalized inflammation when compared to placebo.
The proportion of patients in the vidofludimus calcium group with gadolinium-enhancing (Gd+) lesions decreased from 16.4% at baseline (placebo: 16.4%) to 7.0% at week 72 (placebo: 11.7%) and 0% at week 120 (placebo: 2.9%). At week 72, the proportion of patients with new and/or enlarging T2 lesions was 18.5% for those in the vidofludimus calcium group vs. 30.0% for those in the placebo group. The difference in the mean change of T2 lesion volume in favor of vidofludimus calcium was statistically significant for weeks 48 (p<0.05), 72 (p<0.005), and 96 (p<0.05). Additionally, the difference in the number of slowly expanding lesions (SEL), an emergent indicator of chronic-compartmentalized inflammation in PMS patients, was statistically significant at week 96 between the vidofludimus calcium and placebo groups, with least squares means of 2.935 and 3.840 (p<0.05).
“These new MRI results from our phase 2 CALLIPER trial show evidence that vidofludimus calcium reduces radiographic hallmarks of both acute-focal and chronic-compartmentalized inflammation in patients with PMS,” stated Andreas Muehler, M.D., M.B.A., Chief Medical Officer of Immunic. “The observed reductions further support the potential of vidofludimus calcium to influence compartmentalized central nervous system inflammation, which is believed to contribute to disability progression, in this progressive patient population.”
Presentation Details:
This poster presents data on the antiviral effects of vidofludimus calcium, specifically regarding EBV, a chronic viral infection known to be a precondition for MS and hypothesized to also play a role in disease progression.
In a subset of 87 phase 2 CALLIPER trial participants with PMS (44 placebo, 43 vidofludimus calcium), treatment effects on EBV reactivation before and during treatment were evaluated for vidofludimus calcium compared to placebo from day 1 through week 48. The applied methodology of measuring the so-called T-cell receptor (TCR) repertoire explores the overall diversity and composition of T-cell receptors. The sequences targeted against EBV-specific antigens were compared with Influenza A-virus (IAV) antigen targeted sequences as control. The presence of these matched sequences in the TCR repertoire is believed to reflect ongoing interaction of T-cells with these specific viruses, and, hence, are thought to be a reflection of ongoing active viral infection. EBV causes a chronic life-long virus infection with the general understanding that interactions between its antigens and T-cells are ordinarily restricted to periods of virus reactivations.
For tested CALLIPER patients on placebo, the EBV-specific matches remained stable over time, indicating persistent exposure of T-cells to EBV during the study. In contrast, patients treated with vidofludimus calcium showed a progressive decline of EBV-specific matches over time, consistent with a lowering of the rate of EBV reactivations during treatment. The comparison of actively treated and untreated patients was statistically significant (p=0.0004). For IAV-related matches used as control, no statistically significant change was observed between the groups.
“These findings from a subset of the phase 2 CALLIPER trial participants strengthen our hypothesis that the broad-spectrum antiviral effects of vidofludimus calcium can lead to lower EBV reactivations, potentially addressing MS disease progression related to ongoing EBV reactivations,” added Dr. Muehler. “The findings warrant further investigation of the possible correlations between clinical outcomes of the CALLIPER trial and the anti-EBV T-cell response in patients.”
About Vidofludimus Calcium (IMU-838)
Vidofludimus calcium is an orally administered investigational small molecule drug being developed for chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, currently in late-stage clinical trials for multiple sclerosis (MS). Uniquely, vidofludimus calcium’s first-in-class, dual mode of action combines neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects to target the complex pathophysiology of MS. As a selective immune modulator, it activates the neuroprotective transcription factor, nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1), which provides direct and indirect neuroprotective effects. Additionally, vidofludimus calcium achieves anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects through highly selective inhibition of the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). Vidofludimus calcium is currently being evaluated in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing MS. In a phase 2 clinical trial, it has shown therapeutic activity in relapsing-remitting MS patients, significantly reducing brain lesions and demonstrating encouraging results in reducing confirmed disability worsening. Additionally, vidofludimus calcium has demonstrated clinical benefits in progressive MS patients by showing substantial reductions in confirmed disability worsening and thalamic brain volume in a phase 2 clinical trial. To date, vidofludimus calcium has been exposed to approximately 2,700 individuals and has shown an attractive pharmacokinetic, safety and tolerability profile. Vidofludimus calcium is not yet licensed or approved in any country.
About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases. The company’s lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), is currently in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis, for which top-line data is expected to be available by the end of 2026. It has already shown therapeutic activity in phase 2 clinical trials in patients suffering from relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and progressive multiple sclerosis. Vidofludimus calcium combines neuroprotective effects, through its mechanism as a first-in-class nuclear receptor related 1 (Nurr1) activator, with additional anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects, by selectively inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). IMU-856, which targets the protein Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), is intended to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium, which could potentially be applicable in numerous gastrointestinal diseases, such as celiac disease as well as inflammatory bowel disease, Graft-versus-Host-Disease and weight management. IMU-381, which currently is in preclinical testing, is a next generation molecule being developed to specifically address the needs of gastrointestinal diseases. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, sufficiency of cash and cash runway, expected timing, development and results of clinical trials, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to Immunic’s development programs and the targeted diseases; the potential for vidofludimus calcium to safely and effectively target diseases; preclinical and clinical data for vidofludimus calcium; the timing of current and future clinical trials and anticipated clinical milestones; the nature, strategy and focus of the company and further updates with respect thereto; and the development and commercial potential of any product candidates of the company. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, increasing inflation, tariffs and macroeconomics trends, impacts of the Ukraine – Russia conflict and the conflict in the Middle East on planned and ongoing clinical trials, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient financial and other resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, and the ability to raise sufficient capital to continue as a going concern, the fact that the results of earlier preclinical studies and clinical trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, any changes to the size of the target markets for the company’s products or product candidates, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic’s intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process and the impact of competitive products and technological changes. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned “Risk Factors,” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on March 31, 2025, and in the company’s subsequent filings with the SEC. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.imux.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this press release.
Contact Information
Immunic, Inc.
Jessica Breu
Vice President Investor Relations and Communications
+49 89 2080 477 09
[email protected]
US IR Contact
Rx Communications Group
Paula Schwartz
+1 917 633 7790
[email protected]
US Media Contact
KCSA Strategic Communications
Caitlin Kasunich
+1 212 896 1241
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]]>– Phase 2 CALLIPER Data Showed Vidofludimus Calcium Reduced 24-Week Confirmed Disability Worsening and Increased 24-Week Confirmed Disability Improvement Across Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and Its Subtypes, Reinforcing the Drug’s Direct Neuroprotective Mechanism of Action –
– Long-Term Open-Label Data from Phase 2 EMPhASIS Trial of Vidofludimus Calcium in Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis Showed Low Rates of Confirmed Disability Worsening Events and Favorable Long-Term Safety and Tolerability –
– U.S. Patent Allowed for Dose Strengths of Vidofludimus Calcium in Progressive Multiple Sclerosis, Strengthening Intellectual Property Protection Into 2041 –
NEW YORK, January 7, 2026 – Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX), a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases, today highlighted its 2025 accomplishments and upcoming milestones.
“The past year has been transformational for our lead asset vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838),” stated Daniel Vitt, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Immunic. “We are pleased to have completed enrollment in our twin phase 3 ENSURE-1 and ENSURE-2 trials of vidofludimus calcium in relapsing multiple sclerosis (RMS) and are deeply grateful to the Immunic team, our clinical investigators, site teams, and especially the participants for making this milestone possible. We now eagerly anticipate the synchronized top-line data readout by the end of 2026. The scale, quality, and geographic breadth of the ENSURE trials give us exceptional confidence that the results will provide a clear and comprehensive picture of vidofludimus calcium’s potential to reshape the RMS treatment paradigm. Additionally, long-term open-label extension (OLE) data from the phase 2 EMPhASIS trial in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) showed that a substantial majority of patients remained free of confirmed disability worsening (CDW) over extended follow-ups, underscoring vidofludimus calcium’s potential to meaningfully slow disease progression, giving patients greater independence and a lower burden in managing symptoms over the long term.”
Jason Tardio, President and Chief Operating Officer of Immunic, added, “The ENSURE program represents more than a pivotal clinical milestone—it reflects an opportunity to advance how disease modification in RMS is approached. Today’s oral RMS treatment landscape is largely defined by therapies with complex risk-benefit profiles that primarily target inflammation and relapses, while often falling short of adequately addressing the neurodegeneration that drives long-term disability. With a dual mechanism of action, vidofludimus calcium is designed to provide direct neuroprotection by enhancing neuronal survival and function through Nurr1 activation, as well as limiting new inflammatory injury through selective DHODH inhibition. Together with its favorable safety and tolerability profile to date, we believe vidofludimus calcium has the potential to offer the most compelling benefit-risk profile among oral disease-modifying therapies for RMS.”
“Equally important are the strong signals we continue to see in progressive multiple sclerosis (PMS) from our phase 2 CALLIPER trial,” continued Dr. Vitt. “In particular, the data has demonstrated clinically meaningful reductions in 24-week CDW (24wCDW) across the overall PMS population, supported by consistent trends across PMS subtypes and subpopulations. Notably, there was no dependency of the 24wCDW effect size on the presence of markers of inflammatory disease at baseline, such as gadolinium-enhancing lesions, supporting our hypothesis of clinical neuroprotective effects independent of anti-inflammatory effects. The positive 24-week confirmed disability improvement (24wCDI) results were statistically significant in the overall PMS population, with consistent trends across subtypes. The findings from our CALLIPER trial reinforce vidofludimus calcium’s unique mechanism of action targeting neurodegeneration and help de-risk potential late-stage development in PMS.”
Dr. Vitt concluded, “As we execute our MS strategy with vidofludimus calcium, we also remain committed to advancing IMU-856, our orally available and systemically acting small molecule modulator that targets Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), as our next pipeline innovation. IMU-856’s potential ability to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium has generated compelling early clinical signals in celiac disease patients, supporting potential development in various gastrointestinal disorders. Additionally, we have seen encouraging preclinical and early clinical effects that may indicate the potential for IMU-856 as an oral treatment option for weight management.”
Vidofludimus Calcium 2025 Highlights and Upcoming Milestones
IMU-856 2025 Highlights and Upcoming Milestones
2025 Corporate Highlights
Immunic’s management, business development and investor relations teams will be hosting one-on-one meetings in connection with the 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference taking place January 12-15, 2026, in San Francisco. To schedule a meeting, please contact Jessica Breu at: [email protected].
About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases. The company’s lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), is currently in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis, for which top-line data is expected to be available by the end of 2026. It has already shown therapeutic activity in phase 2 clinical trials in patients suffering from relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and progressive multiple sclerosis. Vidofludimus calcium combines neuroprotective effects, through its mechanism as a first-in-class nuclear receptor related 1 (Nurr1) activator, with additional anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects, by selectively inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). IMU-856, which targets the protein Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), is intended to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium, which could potentially be applicable in numerous gastrointestinal diseases, such as celiac disease as well as inflammatory bowel disease, Graft-versus-Host-Disease and weight management. IMU-381, which currently is in preclinical testing, is a next generation molecule being developed to specifically address the needs of gastrointestinal diseases. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, sufficiency of cash and cash runway, expected timing, development and results of clinical trials, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to Immunic’s development programs and the targeted diseases; the potential for Immunic’s development programs to safely and effectively target diseases; preclinical and clinical data for Immunic’s development programs; the timing of current and future clinical trials and anticipated clinical milestones; the nature, strategy and focus of the company and further updates with respect thereto; the development and commercial potential of any product candidates of the company; expectations regarding the capitalization, resources and ownership structure of the company; the executive and board structure of the company; and the company’s expected cash runway. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, increasing inflation, tariffs and macroeconomics trends, impacts of the Ukraine – Russia conflict and the conflict in the Middle East on planned and ongoing clinical trials, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient financial and other resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, and the ability to raise sufficient capital to continue as a going concern, the fact that the results of earlier preclinical studies and clinical trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, any changes to the size of the target markets for the company’s products or product candidates, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic’s intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process and the impact of competitive products and technological changes. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned “Risk Factors,” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on March 31, 2025, and in the company’s subsequent filings with the SEC. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.imux.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this press release.
Contact Information
Immunic, Inc.
Jessica Breu
Vice President Investor Relations and Communications
+49 89 2080 477 09
[email protected]
US IR Contact
Rx Communications Group
Paula Schwartz
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]]>A webcast will be available on the “Events and Presentations” section of Immunic’s website at: https://ir.imux.com/events-and-presentations.
Dr. Vitt and Jason Tardio, President and Chief Operating Officer of Immunic, will also participate in one-on-one investor meetings at the conference. To schedule a meeting, please contact your Evercore ISI representative or Jessica Breu at: [email protected].
About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases. The company’s lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), is currently in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis, for which top-line data is expected to be available by the end of 2026. It has already shown therapeutic activity in phase 2 clinical trials in patients suffering from relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and progressive multiple sclerosis. Vidofludimus calcium combines neuroprotective effects, through its mechanism as a first-in-class nuclear receptor related 1 (Nurr1) activator, with additional anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects, by selectively inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). IMU-856, which targets the protein Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), is intended to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium, which could potentially be applicable in numerous gastrointestinal diseases, such as celiac disease as well as inflammatory bowel disease, Graft-versus-Host-Disease and weight management. IMU-381, which currently is in preclinical testing, is a next generation molecule being developed to specifically address the needs of gastrointestinal diseases. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, sufficiency of cash and cash runway, expected timing, development and results of clinical trials, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to management’s and employee’s participation in investor conferences. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, increasing inflation, tariffs and macroeconomics trends, impacts of the Ukraine – Russia conflict and the conflict in the Middle East on planned and ongoing clinical trials, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient financial and other resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, the fact that the results of earlier preclinical studies and clinical trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, any changes to the size of the target markets for the company’s products or product candidates, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic’s intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process and the impact of competitive products and technological changes. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned “Risk Factors,” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on March 31, 2025, and in the company’s subsequent filings with the SEC. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.imux.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this press release.
Contact Information
Immunic, Inc.
Jessica Breu
Vice President Investor Relations and Communications
+49 89 2080 477 09
[email protected]
US IR Contact
Rx Communications Group
Paula Schwartz
+1 917 633 7790
[email protected]
US Media Contact
KCSA Strategic Communications
Caitlin Kasunich
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]]>– Key Data Highlighting Vidofludimus Calcium’s Therapeutic Potential in Multiple Sclerosis Presented at 41st Congress of ECTRIMS –
– Phase 2 CALLIPER Data Demonstrated Statistically Significant 24-Week Confirmed Disability Improvement in Progressive Multiple Sclerosis, With Consistent Signals for Slowing Disability Progression Across Subgroups and Endpoints, Supporting Vidofludimus Calcium’s Neuroprotective Potential and Nurr1 Activation Mechanism –
– Long-Term Phase 2 EMPhASIS Data in Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis Showed High Rates of Patients Remaining Free of Confirmed Disability Worsening and Favorable Long-Term Safety and Tolerability –
– Top-Line Data from Twin Phase 3 ENSURE Trials of Vidofludimus Calcium in Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis Expected by Year-End 2026 –
NEW YORK, November 13, 2025 – Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX), a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases, today announced financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, and provided a corporate update.
“The third quarter was marked by our strong presence at the 41st Congress of the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ECTRIMS), during which we had the opportunity to highlight the clinical momentum of our lead asset, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), an orally available nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activator, and its potential to transform the oral multiple sclerosis (MS) therapy landscape,” stated Daniel Vitt, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Immunic. “The collective data meanwhile available from across our clinical MS trials, including the phase 2 CALLIPER and EMPhASIS trials, highlight vidofludimus calcium’s unique promise to slow disability progression in both relapsing and progressive forms of the disease. Notably, new data from our positive phase 2 CALLIPER trial in progressive MS (PMS), also featured in the Best of ECTRIMS 2025 slide deck, showed statistically significant 24-week confirmed disability improvement in the overall patient population and consistent effects across both the primary progressive MS (PPMS) and non-active secondary progressive MS (naSPMS) subgroups, further reinforcing the compound’s neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory characteristics.”
“We believe the CALLIPER data clearly support advancing vidofludimus calcium into phase 3 development in progressive forms of MS. With only one approved therapy currently available for PPMS, there is a significant opportunity in this underserved, multi-billion-dollar market. By slowing disease progression, vidofludimus calcium could help patients maintain independence, manage symptoms more effectively, and achieve improved long-term outcomes.”
Dr. Vitt continued, “Notably, we also presented additional long-term data from the open-label extension (OLE) period of our phase 2 EMPhASIS trial in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) at ECTRIMS, which further highlighted the robust efficacy signals and favorable safety and tolerability observed, to date. Our twin phase 3 ENSURE trials in relapsing MS (RMS) remain on track. Given vidofludimus calcium’s unique profile and its potential to become the oral therapy of choice addressing the full spectrum of MS, we look forward to reporting top-line data by the end of 2026.”
“We also successfully continued our efforts to meaningfully enhance our strong and multi-layered intellectual property position for vidofludimus calcium. During the quarter, we received a Notice of Allowance from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a key patent covering dose strengths of vidofludimus calcium for the treatment of PMS. This newly allowed patent adds another layer of potential exclusivity protection in the United States, with the option for further term extension.”
Third Quarter 2025 Highlights
Anticipated Clinical Milestones
Financial and Operating Results
About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a late-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of novel oral therapies for neurologic and gastrointestinal diseases. The company’s lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), is currently in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis, for which top-line data is expected to be available by the end of 2026. It has already shown therapeutic activity in phase 2 clinical trials in patients suffering from relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and progressive multiple sclerosis. Vidofludimus calcium combines neuroprotective effects, through its mechanism as a first-in-class nuclear receptor related 1 (Nurr1) activator, with additional anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects, by selectively inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). IMU-856, which targets the protein Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), is intended to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium, which could potentially be applicable in numerous gastrointestinal diseases, such as celiac disease as well as inflammatory bowel disease, Graft-versus-Host-Disease and weight management. IMU-381, which currently is in preclinical testing, is a next generation molecule being developed to specifically address the needs of gastrointestinal diseases. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
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This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, sufficiency of cash and cash runway, expected timing, development and results of clinical trials, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to Immunic’s development programs and the targeted diseases; the potential for Immunic’s development programs to safely and effectively target diseases; preclinical and clinical data for Immunic’s development programs; the feasibility of advancing vidofludimus calcium to a confirmatory phase 3 clinical trial in progressive multiple sclerosis; the timing of current and future clinical trials and anticipated clinical milestones; the nature, strategy and focus of the company and further updates with respect thereto; and the development and commercial potential of any product candidates of the company. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, increasing inflation, tariffs and macroeconomics trends, impacts of the Ukraine – Russia conflict and the conflict in the Middle East on planned and ongoing clinical trials, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient financial and other resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, and the ability to raise sufficient capital to continue as a going concern, the fact that the results of earlier preclinical studies and clinical trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, any changes to the size of the target markets for the company’s products or product candidates, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic’s intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process and the impact of competitive products and technological changes. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned “Risk Factors,” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on March 31, 2025, and in the company’s subsequent filings with the SEC. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.imux.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this press release.
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Immunic, Inc.
Jessica Breu
Vice President Investor Relations and Communications
+49 89 2080 477 09
[email protected]
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Rx Communications Group
Paula Schwartz
+1 917 633 7790
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]]>About Immunic, Inc.
Immunic, Inc. (Nasdaq: IMUX) is a biotechnology company developing a clinical pipeline of orally administered, small molecule therapies for chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. The company’s lead development program, vidofludimus calcium (IMU-838), is currently in phase 3 clinical trials for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis, for which top-line data is expected to be available by the end of 2026. It has already shown therapeutic activity in phase 2 clinical trials in patients suffering from relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and progressive multiple sclerosis. Vidofludimus calcium combines neuroprotective effects, through its mechanism as a first-in-class nuclear receptor-related 1 (Nurr1) activator, with additional anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects, by selectively inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH). IMU-856, which targets the protein Sirtuin 6 (SIRT6), is intended to restore intestinal barrier function and regenerate bowel epithelium, which could potentially be applicable in numerous gastrointestinal diseases, such as celiac disease as well as inflammatory bowel disease, Graft-versus-Host-Disease and weight management. IMU-381, which currently is in preclinical testing, is a next generation molecule being developed to specifically address the needs of gastrointestinal diseases. For further information, please visit: www.imux.com.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties for purposes of the safe harbor provided by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release regarding strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenue, projected expenses, sufficiency of cash and cash runway, expected timing, development and results of clinical trials, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. Examples of such statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to management’s and employee’s participation in industry and investor conferences. Immunic may not actually achieve the plans, carry out the intentions or meet the expectations or projections disclosed in the forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations and involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including, without limitation, increasing inflation, tariffs and macroeconomics trends, impacts of the Ukraine – Russia conflict and the conflict in the Middle East on planned and ongoing clinical trials, risks and uncertainties associated with the ability to project future cash utilization and reserves needed for contingent future liabilities and business operations, the availability of sufficient financial and other resources to meet business objectives and operational requirements, the fact that the results of earlier preclinical studies and clinical trials may not be predictive of future clinical trial results, any changes to the size of the target markets for the company’s products or product candidates, the protection and market exclusivity provided by Immunic’s intellectual property, risks related to the drug development and the regulatory approval process and the impact of competitive products and technological changes. A further list and descriptions of these risks, uncertainties and other factors can be found in the section captioned “Risk Factors,” in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on March 31, 2025, and in the company’s subsequent filings with the SEC. Copies of these filings are available online at www.sec.gov or ir.imux.com/sec-filings. Any forward-looking statement made in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Immunic disclaims any intent or obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made. Immunic expressly disclaims all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this press release.
Contact Information
Immunic, Inc.
Jessica Breu
Vice President Investor Relations and Communications
+49 89 2080 477 09
[email protected]
US IR Contact
Rx Communications Group
Paula Schwartz
+1 917 633 7790
[email protected]
US Media Contact
KCSA Strategic Communications
Caitlin Kasunich
+1 212 896 1241
[email protected]
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