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Sanofi terminates losmapimod deal; Fulcrum loses up to $975M in milestones
Fulcrum Therapeutics, Inc.
- Sanofi terminated for convenience the May 2024 collaboration for losmapimod (FSHD) effective April 17, 2025.
- Fulcrum received $80M upfront but forfeits all remaining milestones (up to $975M) and tiered royalties.
- Fulcrum no longer entitled to global development cost reimbursement; Phase 3 trial obligations continue until termination.
- After termination, Fulcrum retains full rights to losmapimod but loses ex-U.S. partner and future payments.