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Tectonic Therapeutic, Inc. (TECX): restructuring charge — AVROBIO halts gene therapy programs, cuts 50% workforce, explores strategic alternatives
Tectonic Therapeutic, Inc.
- Board approved halting all program development; workforce reduction of ~50% expected by end of July 2023.
- Estimated severance and termination costs total ~$2.8 million, to be recorded in Q3 2023.
- Company to explore strategic alternatives including acquisition, merger, or business combination.
- Decision not related to safety or regulatory issues; remaining staff to focus on strategic alternatives and Novartis services.
- No timetable for completion; no assurance any transaction will occur.