Galena Biopharma to Present at the Sachs Immuno-Oncology BD&L and Investment Forum

PORTLAND, Ore., May 28, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Galena Biopharma, Inc. GALE, a biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing innovative, targeted oncology therapeutics that address major medical needs across the full spectrum of cancer care, today announced that Mark W. Schwartz, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer will present our immunotherapy pipeline at the Sachs Immuno-Oncology BD&L and Investment Forum. The presentation will take place tomorrow, Friday, May 29, 2015 at 10:10 a.m. CT at the Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile in Chicago, IL.

The presentation will be recorded and posted in approximately one week on the Investors section of the Company's website at http://investors.galenabiopharma.com/events.cfm.

About Galena Biopharma

Galena Biopharma, Inc. GALE is a biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing innovative, targeted oncology therapeutics that address major medical needs across the full spectrum of cancer care. Galena's development portfolio ranges from mid- to late-stage clinical assets, including a robust immunotherapy program led by NeuVax™ (nelipepimut-S) currently in an international, Phase 3 clinical trial. The Company's commercial drugs include Abstral® (fentanyl) Sublingual Tablets and Zuplenz® (ondansetron) Oral Soluble Film. Collectively, Galena's clinical and commercial strategy focuses on identifying and advancing therapeutic opportunities to improve cancer care, from direct treatment of the disease to the reduction of its debilitating side-effects.  For more information, visit www.galenabiopharma.com.