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Near-term catalysts (first-patient dosing in TARGET-D 202, Fast Track designations) could drive upside if data show meaningful activity; however, failure risks remain high given early-stage data and KRAS G12D challenges.
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Verastem Oncology announced the first patient dosing in TARGET-D 2022 (TARGET-D 202) evaluating VS-7375 at the 900 mg daily RP2D for KRAS G12D-mutated NSCLC, including a cohort with untreated brain metastases. The program aims to establish a registration-directed path across multiple KRAS G12D tumor types, with data updates anticipated in the second half of 2026 and Fast Track support potentially accelerating development.
First patient dosed in TARGET-D 202 NSCLC; RP2D 900 mg daily.
TARGET-D 202 includes brain metastases cohort in untreated NSCLC.
KRAS G12D NSCLC ~5% of NSCLC; no FDA-approved G12D therapies.
VS-7375 is a dual ON/OFF KRAS G12D inhibitor; 3 TARGET-D trials advancing; update H2 2026.
FDA Fast Track designation secured for VS-7375 in pancreatic cancer and NSCLC.
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