Nordic Nanovector to Present Pre-clinical Study of Betalutin® Effect on NHL Cells at European Hematology Association Meeting

OSLO, Norway, May 31, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Nordic Nanovector ASA (OSE: NANO) announces that it will present a poster describing a preclinical analysis of genetic factors that correlate with the responsiveness of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) cell lines to Betalutin® (177Lu-lilotomab satetraxetan) at the 23rd annual meeting of the European Hematology Association (EHA) (Stockholm, Sweden, 14-17 June). This preclinical study highlights the generally promising activity of Betalutin® against diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) cell lines.

The abstract is available online (click here) and the poster will be available on the company's website at: www.nordicnanovector.com following the presentation on 15 June.

Poster details
Abstract  PF642
Abstract title:  Systems biology analysis of responsiveness of non-Hodgkin lymphoma B-cell lines to CD37 targeting radioimmunotherapy
Authors: Melhus, KB et al.
Date:   Friday 15 June
Time:   17:30-19:00 (CEST)

For further information, please contact:
Malene Brondberg, VP
Investor Relations and Corporate Communications
Tel/Cell: + 44-7561-431-762
Email: ir@nordicnanovector.com

Media enquiries:
Mark Swallow/David Dible/Isabelle Andrews (Citigate Dewe Rogerson)
Tel: +44-207-638-9571
Email: nordicnanovector@citigatedr.co.uk  

About Nordic Nanovector:

Nordic Nanovector is committed to develop and deliver innovative therapies to patients to address major unmet medical needs and advance cancer care. The Company aspires to become a leader in the development of targeted therapies for haematological cancers. Nordic Nanovector's lead clinical-stage candidate is Betalutin®, a novel CD37-targeting antibody-radionuclide-conjugate designed to advance the treatment of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL). NHL is an indication with substantial unmet medical need, representing a growing market forecast to be worth nearly USD 20 billion by 2024. Nordic Nanovector intends to retain marketing rights and to actively participate in the commercialisation of Betalutin® in core markets. Further information about the Company can be found at www.nordicnanovector.com 

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