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Oncolytics Biotech Provides Update on Intellectual Property Strategy and Patent Filings

Oncolytics Biotech Inc. (ONCY) | January 8, 2026

By Mia Evans

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Oncolytics Biotech Inc. provided an update on its intellectual property portfolio and efforts to extend patent protection for pelareorep.

The company filed a Track 1 manufacturing patent application with the USPTO to potentially extend patent coverage beyond 2044.

Oncolytics plans to file additional patent applications relating to the manufacture and method-of-use covering novel therapeutic uses of pelareorep.

Track 1 Prioritized Examination Patent Application

Filed with USPTO to focus on manufacturing-related innovations for pelareorep with potential term extension to 2044.

Planned Additional Patent Filings

Additional patent applications in progress to provide potential IP protection beyond 2044.

Long-Term Value Creation Strategy

Intellectual property extension is a core pillar to protect innovation and increase long-term value for shareholders.

  • Oncolytics expects a final action in Q3 2026 regarding the manufacturing patent application.
  • Continued pursuit of IP opportunities in 2026 to support late-stage development and future commercialization of pelareorep.

The efforts to extend intellectual property protection for pelareorep demonstrate Oncolytics' commitment to innovation and long-term value creation.