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Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share and per share data)
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| | Three months ended March 31, |
| | 2024 | | 2023 |
Revenue from collaboration and licensing | | $ | 36,599 | | $ | 3,176 |
Operating expenses: | | | | | | |
Research and development | | | (20,168) | | | (20,931) |
General and administrative | | | (4,056) | | | (4,902) |
Restructuring | | | (1,269) | | | — |
Total operating expenses | | | (25,493) | | | (25,833) |
Income (loss) from operations | | | 11,106 | | | (22,657) |
Total interest, other income and taxes, net | | | 3,277 | | | 2,977 |
Net income (loss) | | $ | 14,383 | | $ | (19,680) |
Net income (loss) per share: | | | | | | |
Basic | | $ | 0.11 | | $ | (0.27) |
Diluted | | $ | 0.11 | | $ | (0.27) |