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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 13, 2023

PASSAGE BIO, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

001-39231

82-2729751

(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)

(Commission
File Number)

(IRS Employer
Identification No.)

One Commerce Square
2005 Market Street, 39th Floor
Philadelphia, PA

19103

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

(267) 866-0311

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

Common Stock, $0.0001 Par Value Per Share

PASG

The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
(Nasdaq Global Select Market)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On November 13, 2023, Passage Bio, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release (the “Earnings Press Release”) announcing its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2023. A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

The information in this Item 2.02, including Exhibit 99.1 to this report, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). The information contained in this Item 2.02 and in the accompanying Exhibit 99.1 shall not be incorporated by reference into any other filing under the Exchange Act or under the Securities Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

On November 13, 2023, the Company updated its corporate presentation. A copy of the corporate presentation is attached as Exhibit 99.2 to this report.

The information in this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.2 to this report, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act. The information contained in this Item 7.01 and in the accompanying Exhibit 99.2 shall not be incorporated by reference into any other filing under the Exchange Act or under the Securities Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)Exhibits

Exhibit No.

Description

99.1

Press release issued by Passage Bio, Inc. regarding its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2023, dated November 13, 2023.

99.2

Corporate Presentation.

104

Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL).

2

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

PASSAGE BIO, INC.

Date: November 13, 2023

By:

/s/ Kathleen Borthwick

Kathleen Borthwick

Interim Chief Financial Officer

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PASSAGE BIO REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2023 FINANCIAL RESULTS AND PROVIDES RECENT BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS

On track to present initial safety and biomarker data from three Cohort 1 patients in global Phase 1/2 upliFT-D trial of PBFT02 for the treatment of patients with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) with granulin mutations (GRN) in Q4 2023
Expect to report initial safety and biomarker data from Dose 3 patients in global Phase 1/2 Imagine-1 clinical trial for gangliosidosis (GM1) in mid-2024
Robust balance sheet to support achievement of meaningful clinical milestones, with cash runway into Q4 2025

PHILADELPHIA – November 13, 2023 – Passage Bio, Inc. (Nasdaq: PASG), a clinical-stage genetic medicines company focused on developing transformative therapies for central nervous system (CNS) disorders, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023, and provided recent business highlights.

"Our team remains focused on execution, and this past quarter marked another stride toward achieving key milestones across our two lead clinical programs. Notably for FTD, we're encouraged by the initial patient data showing the translation of preclinical studies into the clinic. As these data emerge, we are also evaluating the potential of extending the reach of PBFT02 to treat patients with other adult neurodegenerative conditions in which progranulin is thought to play a role,” said William Chou, M.D., president and chief executive officer of Passage Bio. "Furthermore, the continued treatment of patients in our GM1 trial is a testament to our team’s operational excellence. Our sustained progress across clinical programs, combined with the company’s robust financial position and the anticipation of impactful clinical data in the upcoming year, puts us squarely on the path to achieve our mission of developing transformative therapies for people with devastating CNS disorders.”


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Recent Highlights

Continued advancement of global Phase 1/2 upliFT-D trial of PBFT02 for the treatment of patients with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) with granulin mutations (GRN): The company continues to experience momentum across the FTD program, with six clinical trial sites initiated across Brazil, Canada, and the United States and additional clinical trial sites in Europe expected to come online in the coming months. Patient identification and recruitment initiatives have proven to be effective, with multiple GRN+ patients identified and being evaluated for eligibility across global trial sites. Initial data focused on safety and CSF progranulin levels from three Cohort 1 patients is expected in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Strong clinical execution leads to the treatment of multiple patients at Dose 3 in global Phase 1/2 Imagine-1 clinical trial for GM1: Patient recruitment of early and late infantile GM1 patients to be treated at the highest dose level, Dose 3, continues to progress well. The company remains on track to report initial safety and biomarker data from Dose 3 patients by mid-2024.
Cash runway into Q4 2025: Following a reallocation of resources completed in July, the company has extended its cash runway into the fourth quarter of 2025. This strategic financial management ensures that sufficient resources are available to continue delivering on meaningful clinical data from ongoing research and development efforts. The company remains steadfast in its commitment to prudent resource allocation.

Anticipated Upcoming Milestones

Present initial safety and biomarker data from three Cohort 1 patients in upliFT-D clinical trial for FTD in Q4 2023.
Present initial safety and biomarker data from Dose 3 patients in Imagine-1 clinical trial for GM1 in mid-2024.

Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

Cash Position: Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities were $132.8 million as of September 30, 2023, as compared to $213.8 million as of September 30, 2022. The Company expects current cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities to fund operations into Q4 2025.
Research and Development (R&D) Expenses: R&D expenses were $15.1 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2023, as compared to $15.4 million as of September 30, 2022.
General and Administrative (G&A) Expenses: G&A expenses were $8.2 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2023, as compared to $10.7 million as of September 30, 2022. The decrease primarily relates to decreases in employee compensation costs and facility and other expenses, as a result of our reductions in workforce.
Net Loss: Net loss was $27.1 million, or a net loss of $0.49 per basic and diluted share, for the quarter ended September 30, 2023, compared to $26.7 million, or a net loss of $0.49 per basic and diluted share, for the same quarter in 2022.


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About Passage Bio

Passage Bio (Nasdaq: PASG) is a clinical stage genetic medicines company on a mission to provide life-transforming therapies for patients with CNS diseases with limited or no approved treatment options. Our portfolio spans pediatric and adult CNS indications, and we are currently advancing clinical programs in GM1 gangliosidosis and frontotemporal dementia and our preclinical pipeline, including programs in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and Huntington’s disease. Based in Philadelphia, PA, our company has established a strategic collaboration and licensing agreement with the renowned University of Pennsylvania’s Gene Therapy Program to conduct our discovery and IND-enabling preclinical work. Through this collaboration, we have enhanced access to a broad portfolio of gene therapy candidates and future gene therapy innovations that we then pair with our deep clinical, regulatory, manufacturing and commercial expertise to rapidly advance our robust pipeline of optimized gene therapies. As we work with speed and tenacity, we are always mindful of patients who may be able to benefit from our therapies. More information is available at www.passagebio.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of, and made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of, the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to: our expectations about timing and execution of anticipated milestones, including the progress of clinical trials and the availability of clinical data from such trials; our expectations about our collaborators’ and partners’ ability to execute key initiatives; our expectations about manufacturing plans and strategies; our expectations about cash runway; and the ability of our lead product candidates to treat their respective target monogenic CNS disorders. These forward-looking statements may be accompanied by such words as “aim,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “potential,” “possible,” “will,” “would,” and other words and terms of similar meaning. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in such statements, including: our ability to develop and obtain regulatory approval for our product candidates; the timing and results of preclinical studies and clinical trials; risks associated with clinical trials, including our ability to adequately manage clinical activities, unexpected concerns that may arise from additional data or analysis obtained during clinical trials, regulatory authorities may require additional information or further studies, or may fail to approve or may delay approval of our drug candidates; the occurrence of adverse safety events; the risk that positive results in a preclinical study or clinical trial may not be replicated in subsequent trials or success in early stage clinical trials may not be predictive of results in later stage clinical trials; failure to protect and enforce our intellectual property, and other proprietary rights; our dependence on collaborators and other third parties for the development and manufacture of product candidates and other aspects of our business, which are outside of our full control; risks associated with current and potential delays, work stoppages, or supply chain disruptions; and the other risks and uncertainties that are described in the Risk Factors section in documents the company files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and other reports as filed with the SEC. Passage Bio undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether written or oral, that may be made from time to time, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.


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Passage Bio, Inc.

Balance Sheets

(Unaudited)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

    

September 30, 2023

    

December 31, 2022

Assets

 

  

 

  

Current assets:

 

  

 

  

Cash and cash equivalents

$

33,579

$

34,601

Marketable securities

99,201

155,009

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

 

1,282

 

926

Prepaid research and development

 

1,649

 

6,508

Total current assets

 

135,711

 

197,044

Property and equipment, net

 

16,067

 

22,515

Right of use assets - operating leases

17,045

 

19,723

Other assets

 

433

 

4,267

Total assets

$

169,256

$

243,549

Liabilities and stockholders’ equity

 

 

  

Current liabilities:

 

 

  

Accounts payable

$

2,749

$

4,065

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

 

13,713

 

11,011

Operating lease liabilities

3,349

 

3,275

Total current liabilities

 

19,811

 

18,351

Operating lease liabilities - noncurrent

 

23,169

 

23,832

Total liabilities

 

42,980

 

42,183

Stockholders’ equity:

 

 

  

Common stock, $0.0001 par value: 300,000,000 shares authorized; 54,812,972 shares issued and outstanding at September 30, 2023 and 54,614,690 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2022

 

5

 

5

Additional paidin capital

 

704,173

 

694,733

Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)

(192)

(966)

Accumulated deficit

 

(577,710)

 

(492,406)

Total stockholders’ equity

 

126,276

 

201,366

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$

169,256

$

243,549


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Passage Bio, Inc.

Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Loss

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended September 30, 

Nine Months Ended September 30, 

(in thousands, except share and per share data)

    

2023

    

2022

2023

    

2022

Operating expenses:

 

  

 

  

  

 

  

Research and development

$

15,098

$

15,362

$

49,258

$

68,396

Acquired inprocess research and development

 

 

1,500

 

 

3,000

General and administrative

 

8,184

 

10,664

 

35,295

 

38,754

Impairment of long-lived assets

5,390

5,390

Loss from operations

 

(28,672)

 

(27,526)

 

(89,943)

 

(110,150)

Other income (expense), net

 

1,562

 

825

 

4,639

 

1,096

Net loss

$

(27,110)

$

(26,701)

$

(85,304)

$

(109,054)

Per share information:

 

  

 

 

  

 

  

Net loss per share of common stock, basic and diluted

$

(0.49)

$

(0.49)

$

(1.56)

$

(2.01)

Weighted average common shares outstanding, basic and diluted

 

54,789,410

 

54,473,945

 

54,697,967

 

54,379,397

Comprehensive loss:

Net loss

$

(27,110)

$

(26,701)

$

(85,304)

$

(109,054)

Unrealized gain (loss) on marketable securities

148

110

774

(1,055)

Comprehensive loss

$

(26,962)

$

(26,591)

$

(84,530)

$

(110,109)

For further information, please contact:

Investors:

Stuart Henderson

Passage Bio

267.866.0114

shenderson@passagebio.com

Media:

Mike Beyer
Sam Brown Inc. Healthcare Communications
312.961.2502
MikeBeyer@sambrown.com 


Exhibit 99.2

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Nasdaq: PASG © 2023 Passage Bio. All rights reserved. Fulfilling the Promise of Genetic Medicine for Central Nervous System Disorders November 2023

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2 Forward-Looking Statement This presentation includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of, and made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of, the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to: our expectation about timing and execution of anticipated milestones, including our the progress of clinical trials and the availability of clinical data from such trials; our expectations about our collaborators’ and partners’ ability to execute key initiatives; our expectations about our manufacturing plans and strategies; estimates regarding our cash forecasts; and the ability of our lead product candidates to treat their respective target CNS disorders. These forward-looking statements may be accompanied by such words as “aim,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “forecast,” “goal,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “potential,” “possible,” “will,” “would,” and other words and terms of similar meaning. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in such statements, including: our ability to develop, obtain regulatory approval for and commercialize PBGM01, PBFT02, and future product candidates; the timing and results of preclinical studies and clinical trials; the risk that positive results in a preclinical study or clinical trial may not be replicated in subsequent trials or success in early stage clinical trials may not be predictive of results in later stage clinical trials; risks associated with clinical trials, including our ability to adequately manage clinical activities, unexpected concerns that may arise from additional data or analysis obtained during clinical trials, regulatory authorities may require additional information or further studies, or may fail to approve or may delay approval of our drug candidates; the occurrence of adverse safety events; failure to protect and enforce our intellectual property, and other proprietary rights; failure to successfully execute or realize the anticipated benefits of our strategic and growth initiatives; risks relating to technology failures or breaches; our dependence on collaborators and other third parties for the development of product candidates and other aspects of our business, which are outside of our full control; risks associated with current and potential delays, work stoppages, or supply chain disruptions; risks associated with current and potential future healthcare reforms; risks relating to attracting and retaining key personnel; failure to comply with legal and regulatory requirements; risks relating to access to capital and credit markets; and the other risks and uncertainties that are described in the Risk Factors section of our most recent filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. These statements are based on our current beliefs and expectations and speak only as of the date of this presentation. We do not undertake any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements except as required by law. By attending or receiving this presentation you acknowledge that you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date such statements are made; you will be solely responsible for your own assessment of the market and our market position; and that you will conduct your own analysis and be solely responsible for forming your own view of the potential future performance of Passage Bio.

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3 Our Vision To fulfill the promise of genetic medicine by developing transformative therapies for people with devastating CNS diseases Two exciting lead gene therapy programs in FTD and GM1 Innovative research partnership with Penn’s Gene Therapy Program Established manufacturing and process analytics capabilities Strong cash position with runway into 4Q 2025

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4 Global upliFT-D Dose-Escalation Study of PBFT02 NEXT MILESTONES Initial safety and biomarker data from three Cohort 1 patients in Q4 2023 Advancing Two Lead Clinical Programs FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA (FTD) A Detrimental Adult CNS Disease WHERE WE ARE Encouraging data emerging from first treated patients indicating translation from preclinical models Global Imagine-1 Dose-Escalation Study of PBGM01 GM1 GANGLIOSIDOSIS A Fatal Pediatric CNS Disease NEXT MILESTONES Initial safety and biomarker data from Dose 3 by mid-2024 WHERE WE ARE Strong momentum with positive interim data from first 8 treated patients Treated first patients at Dose 3 and actively recruiting additional patients

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5 • Drug Candidate: PBAL05 • Gene Target: C9orf72 • Approach: miRNA and cDNA combination • Hexanucleotide repeat expansion in C9orf72 gene is found in 40% of familial and 8% of sporadic ALS cases1 • ~4,500 ALS-C9orf72 cases worldwide in 20202 AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS (ALS) • Drug Candidate: Unnamed • Gene Target: HTT and Undisclosed • Caused by an autosomal dominant trinucleotide (CAG) expansion in the huntingtin (HTT) gene • Estimated 41,000 patients in US and ~200,000 more at risk3 HUNTINGTON’S DISEASE Promising Preclinical Pipeline in Adult CNS Disorders Supported by strategic collaboration with Penn’s GTP, an unmatched leader in cutting-edge AAV gene therapy research • Drug Candidate: Unnamed • Gene Target: Undisclosed • Common focal epilepsy affecting ~616,000 in the US4 • One third are not controlled by current treatments4 • No universal treatment target has been identified TEMPORAL LOBE EPILEPSY (TLE) 1. Majounie et al Lancet 11:323-33, 2012; 2. Brown et al., Neuroepidemiology 55: 342-353, 2021 3. HDSA; Fisher and Hayden, 2014, Mov Disord. 29:105-14. 4. Asadi-Pooya et al., 2017 World Neurosurg. 99:662-666

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6 Discovery UPenn GTP Research Analytics and Vector Engineering Process/Analytic Development Passage CMC R&D Lab Proven Analytical Capabilities Integrated Process Development GMP QC Capabilities Strong Regulatory CMC Scientific Expertise Scale-up Capability GMP Manufacturing Longstanding Partnership with Catalent End-to-End Clinical Supply Chain Leading CMC Capabilities Via a Hybrid Approach External Manufacturing Partnerships and End-to-End Supply Chain Key Strategic Partnerships Internal State-of-the-Art CMC Capabilities Partnerships In House Ensuring product supply while maintaining critical analytics capabilities in-house

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PBFT02 Frontotemporal Dementia — GRN

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8 FTD-GRN: A Devastating Adult Disease DEVASTATING FORM OF DEMENTIA caused by a GRN gene mutation resulting in progranulin (PGRN) deficiency and haploinsufficiency. Approximately 5–10% of FTD is caused by a GRN mutation. Disease progression is rapid and degenerative including loss of speech, loss of expression, severe behavioral changes and immobility. RARE AND UNDERSERVED populations with estimated U.S. prevalence of ~3,000 to 6,000 patients.No disease-modifying therapies are presently approved.

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9 Maintains lysosomal activity Progranulin Deficiency Contributes to Neurodegeneration Healthy Brain FTD Brain Reduced progranulin leads to neuronal dysfunction and death Progranulin is critical to maintaining CNS cell homeostasis Regulates microglial activation Regulates synapse number and structure Modulates cell signaling responses to stressors Lysosomal dysfunction Neuroinflammation Synaptic dysfunction Neurodegeneration m Source: Rhinn H et al., Trends Pharmacol Sci. 2022;43:641-652

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10 PBFT02 OUR APPROACH Proprietary construct delivers functional GRN gene encoding progranulin (PGRN) with potential therapeutic benefit of a one-time gene therapy approach PRECLINICAL EVIDENCE Compelling preclinical evidence from NHP studies • Broad transduction across the brain, including high transduction of ependymal cells • Achieved supraphysiologic CSF levels of PGRN compared to levels in healthy human volunteers CLINICAL DEVELOPMENT • Ongoing global Phase 1/2 upliFT-D trial focused on early symptomatic FTD-GRN • Encouraging data emerging from first treated patients showing translation from preclinical models Potential transformative therapy for rare, underserved disorder

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11 Intra-Cisterna Magna (ICM) Administration • Directly deliver vector into the CSF via a single injection to reach both CNS and peripheral tissues* –Allows for broad CNS biodistribution –Lower doses compared to IV systemic delivery –Reduced impact of neutralizing antibodies • Administered under anesthesia using modern neuroimaging to allow for precise delivery • Currently being used in several clinical studies in both pediatric and adult populations Cisterna magna * Hinderer et. al, Human Gene Therapy. 2018 Jan; 29(1):15-24 Utilized across clinical-stage programs to directly target CNS

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12 PBFT02: NHP Preclinical Studies Utilizing ICM • PBFT02 achieved supraphysiologic levels of CSF PGRN in NHPs • AAV1 increased CSF PGRN levels ~5x more than AAV5 and AAVhu68 vectors, without further elevating peripheral levels 1. Hinderer et al., Annals Clin Trans Neurology. 2020 Left: Adult rhesus macaques received ICM PBFT02 (n = 3/dose) or vehicle (n =2) on study day 0. CSF was sampled 14 days post-dose. Center, right: Two adult rhesus macaques per treatment received ICM AAV.hPGRN High dose, 3.0 x 1013 GC / 3.3 x 1011 GC/g brain) on study day 01 .. Shading: Reference range for healthy adult controls’ PGRN levels in CSF (n = 61) and plasma (n = 56) (Passage Bio data) Production of Human PGRN in Plasma AAV1 transgene delivery led to supraphysiologic hPGRN levels in CSF CSF PGRN (ng/mL) 0 10 20 30 40 CSF 0.1 1 10 100 LLOQ Normal Day RA2981 RA2982 RA3027 RA3153 RA3151 RA3170 RA3155 RA3160 AAVhu68 AAVhu68 (v2) AAV1 AAV5 RA2981 RA2982 RA3027 RA3153 RA3151 RA3170 RA3155 RA3160 AAVhu68 AAVhu68 (v2) AAV1 AAV5 RA2981 RA2982 RA3027 RA3153 RA3151 RA3170 RA3155 RA3160 AAVhu68 AAVhu68 (v2) AAV1 AAVhu68 AAV5 AAVhu68 (v2) AAV5 AAV1 Normal LLOQ Plasma Plasma PGRN (ng/mL) 0 10 20 30 40 0.1 1 10 100 Normal Day 1,000 PBFT02 (AAV1) Showed Dose-Related Increases in CSF PGRN 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 High Dose Medium Dose Low Dose Vehicle Human PGRN (ng/ml) 14 days post-ICM dose

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13 PBFT02: Higher CSF PGRN May Confer Incremental Benefits Microgliosis reduction strongest at highest doses / PGRN levels (murine FTD model) • Microgliosis: inflammatory response to pathogenic insults in the CNS • CD68: marker of activated microglia Thalamus data shown above. Thalamic atrophy is a key feature commonly found in FTD Lipofuscin reduced at all doses, suggesting correction of underlying mechanism of disease (murine FTD model) • Lipofuscin: increased levels with lysosomal dysfunction • Correlated with underlying mechanism of FTD-GRN

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14 upliFT-D: Global Phase 1/2 Trial with PBFT02 OPTIONAL DOSE 3 DOSE 2 (1.1e11 GC/g)* DOSE 1 (3.3e10 GC/g)* 60 days between subject enrollment COHORT 1 n = 3 COHORT 2 n = 3 OPTIONAL COHORT 3 n = 3 Trial Design Phase 1/2, multicenter, open-label, dose escalation study Route of Administration Intra-cisterna magna (ICM) Vector AAV1 Duration 2 years; with additional 3 years of follow-up for safety and durability of effect Primary Endpoints • Safety and tolerability Secondary Endpoints • Biomarkers, functional and clinical signs of disease progression Regulatory Clearances and Designations • Received multiple global regulatory clearances • Received Orphan Drug and Fast Track designations by FDA and Orphan designation by EC * Genome copies per gram of estimated brain weight IDMC review Recruiting Dosing complete Initial safety and biomarker data from three Cohort 1 patients expected in Q4 2023

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PBGM01 GM1 Gangliosidosis

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16 GM1 Gangliosidosis: A Devastating Pediatric Disease FATAL, PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGICAL LYSOSOMAL STORAGE DISORDER caused by GLB1 gene mutations characterized by destruction of neurons in the brain and spinal cord. Characterized by rapidly progressive neurological decline resulting in reduced muscle tone, progressive CNS dysfunction, deafness, blindness, rigidity and skeletal dysplasia. RARE AND UNDERSERVED populations with incidence of up to ~1 per 100,000 live births worldwide.No disease-modifying therapies are presently approved. Source: NIH, CHOP, American Journal of Neuroradiology

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17 GM1 Gangliosidosis Disease Continuum Disease severity inversely related to residual b-Gal enzyme activity Brunetti-Pierri N., Scaglia F. Mol Genet Metab. 2008;94(4):391-396. Jarnes JR, et al. Mol Genet Metab. 2017;121(2):170-179. Lang FM, et al. Mol Genet Metab. 2020;129(3):228- 235. Regier DS, Tifft CJ. Rothermel CE. GLB1-related disorders. In: Adam MP, Ardinger HH, Pagon RA, et al, eds. GeneReviews® [Internet]. GM1 Gangliosidosis is a Continuum Disease Severity Residual Enzyme Activity (Serum) Focus of Imagine-1 Trial Negligible to 5% ~ 1– 5% ~ 3 – 10% Type 1 (Early Infantile) Onset <6 months • Hypotonia • Neurodegeneration • Developmental regression • Seizures • Skeletal dysplasia • Survival: <2 years without supportive care Type 2a (Late Infantile) Onset 6–24 months • Developmental plateau, followed by regression • Impaired ambulation • Impaired cognition • Seizures • Survival: 5 to 10 years Type 2b (Juvenile) Onset 2–5 years • Impaired ambulation • Dysarthria • Variable skeletal disease • Decreased cognition • Survival into 2nd decade

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18 PBGM01 OUR APPROACH Next-generation, proprietary capsid delivers functional GLB1 gene encoding β-Gal to the brain and peripheral tissues PRECLINICAL EVIDENCE Compelling preclinical data in knock-out mouse model • Dose-related histological correction, improvements in neurological function, and survival • Meaningful transduction of both CNS and critical peripheral organs CLINICAL DEVELOPMENT • Ongoing global Phase 1/2 Imagine-1 trial focused on early and late infantile GM1 • Positive safety profile at first two dose levels tested, with Dose 2 able to achieve healthy control levels of CSF β-gal activity and GM1 gangliosides* Potential transformative therapy for rare, underserved disorder * Based on interim results from Cohorts 1-4

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19 Imagine-1: Global Phase 1/2 Trial with PBGM01 Actively recruiting additional patients for Cohorts 5 & 6 Trial Design Phase 1/2, multi-center, open-label, dose escalation and confirmatory study Route of Administration Intra-cisterna magna (ICM) Capsid AAVhu68 Duration Two years, with rollover into a separate long-term follow-up study Primary Endpoints • Safety and tolerability • Efficacy (confirmatory cohort) Regulatory Clearances and Designations • Received multiple global regulatory clearances • Received Orphan Drug, Rare Pediatric Disease and Fast Track designations by FDA and Orphan and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product designations by EC COHORT 4 Early Infantile n = 2 DOSE 2 (1.1e11 GC/g)* DOSE 1 (3.3e10 GC/g)* COHORT 6 Early Infantile n=3 COHORT 5 Late Infantile n=3 COHORT 2 Late Infantile n = 2 COHORT 3 Early Infantile n = 2 COHORT 1 Late Infantile n = 2 IDMC review Recruiting Dosing complete * Genome copies per gram of estimated brain weight † Study advancement to dose 3 pending regulatory approval 60 days between subject enrollment within a cohort DOSE 3 (2.2e11 GC/g)*†

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20 * Interim data as presented on August 7, 2023. 1Based on preliminary data from University of Pennsylvania’s ODC Natural History Study (NHS) (NCT04041102).. AEs=adverse events; ICM=intra-cisterna magna. Key Takeaways from Cohorts 1-4 Interim Data* SAFETY & CLINICAL DATA PBGM01 continues to have a favorable safety profile in both early and late infantile GM1 • No serious AEs related to study treatment • No evidence of DRG toxicity • No complications related to ICM injection PBGM01 shows initial evidence of improved survival vs. historical controls BIOMARKER DATA PBGM01 can achieve healthy control levels of missing enzyme and deleterious substrate • In 3 of 4 patients, Dose 2 resulted in CSF β-Gal activity that exceeded average levels seen in healthy adults and GM1 Natural History Study* • Reduction in GM1 gangliosides following Dose 2 has ability to achieve normal adult levels PBGM01 has demonstrated durability up to 12 months after treatment Dose-dependent pharmacodynamic effects

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21 Initial Evidence of Improved Survival Among Study Participants vs. Natural History * Lang FM, et al. Mol Genet Metab. 2020;129(3):228-235. Lang et al meta-analysis defined GM1 Type I as disease onset < 12 months of age (n=154). Interim data as presented on August 7, 2023 0.0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1.0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Probability of Overall Survival Age (months) Infantile GM1 Survival: Imagine-1 vs. Natural History PBGM01 Natural History* Number of subjects at risk Natural History* 154 139 82 4 0 0 0 Imagine-1 6 6 3 1 1 1 0 Infantile GM1 Natural History: • Mean survival: 18.9 months • No survival beyond 35 months Imagine-1: • 100% survival in subjects > 20 months of age (n=3) that received PBGM01 Key Points

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22 Dose 2 Resulted in Robust Increases in CSF b-Gal Activity and Decreases in GM1 Gangliosides 0 200 400 600 0 30 60 90 120 150 180 210 240 270 300 330 360 Gangliosides, apparent nM Time (days) Dose 2 GM1 Ganglioside, CSF P4 Late Infantile P6 Late Infantile P7 Early Infantile P8 Early Infantile β-Gal • In 3 of 4 children, Dose 2 PBGM01 resulted in CSF β-Gal exceeding average levels seen in healthy adults and GM1 Natural History Study (NHS)* − 4.7x to 16.0x increase in CSF β-Gal activity vs. baseline (n=3) • Increased CSF β-Gal activity can be sustained for up to 12 months Gangliosides • GM1 gangliosides achieved normal adult levels at 1-year post-dose − Gangliosides continue to decline over time in all patients Healthy adult mean 1. Lang FM et al., Mol Genet Metab.2020;129:228-235; CSF= Cerebrospinal Fluid *Based on preliminary data from University of Pennsylvania’s ODC Natural History Study (NHS) (NCT04041102); value range (0.3-1.81 nmol/mL/3hr). Interim data as presented on August 7, 2023 GM1 gangliosides hypothesized to mediate CNS manifestations of disease1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 30 60 90 120 150 180 210 240 270 300 330 360 β-Gal, nmol/mL/3hr Time (days) Dose 2 β-galactosidase, CSF P4 Late Infantile P6 Late Infantile P7 Early Infantile P8 Early Infantile Healthy adult mean GM1 NHS mean Key Points – Dose 2 Late Infantile: Circle Early Infantile: Square

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23 Imagine-1 Progressing Well Against Key Study Objectives Establish Safety Profile of PBGM01 Determine Optimal Dose for Therapeutic Effect Understand PBGM01 Benefit Across Infantile GM1 Patient Populations ✓ Favorable safety and immunological profile at Dose 1 & 2 − No SAEs related to study treatment − No evidence of DRG toxicity − No complications related to ICM injection ✓ Dose 2 able to achieve healthy control levels of CSF β-Gal activity and GM1 gangliosides ✓ Biomarker changes were durable for up to 12 months ✓ Dose-dependent preclinical effect translated into clinic Dose 3 has potential to further improve biomarker response and therapeutic effect ✓ PBGM01 shows initial evidence of improved survival vs. historical controls Recent study modifications target patients earlier in disease progression, thereby maximizing the potential for clinical benefit Interim data as presented on August 7, 2023

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24 PBGM01 Program Anticipated Next Steps • Treated first patient at Dose 3 in July 2023 • Plan to share initial safety and biomarker data from Dose 3 by mid-2024 • Analyze data from Cohorts 1-6 to establish safety/tolerability profile and therapeutic potential of each dose • Continued interactions with regulatory authorities as clinical data set matures to align on design of confirmatory study and pathway to Biologics License Application Engage with regulatory authorities Determine optimal dose & population for confirmatory study Complete enrollment of Cohorts 5 and 6 (Dose 3)

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Looking Ahead

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26 TIMING MILESTONE FTD-GRN 4Q 2023 Initial safety and biomarker data from three Cohort 1 patients GM1 Feb 2023 Additional safety and biomarker data from Cohorts 1–3 presented at WORLDSymposium Mid 2023 Initial safety and biomarker data from Cohort 4 (early infantile, high dose) 2H 2023 Dose first patient at higher dose (Dose 3) Mid 2024 Initial safety and biomarker data from Dose 3 Key Milestones PIPELINE • Pursuing strategic alternatives to advance Krabbe and MLD clinical-stage programs • Advance preclinical programs for ALS and Huntington’s Disease • 8 additional CNS pipeline options remain through GTP partnership BALANCE SHEET • Cash balance of $133 million as of 9/30/23* • Cash on hand to fund operations into 4Q 2025 * Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities

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27 Our Vision To fulfill the promise of genetic medicine by developing transformative therapies for people with devastating CNS diseases Two exciting lead gene therapy programs in FTD and GM1 Innovative research partnership with Penn’s Gene Therapy Program Established manufacturing and process analytics capabilities Strong cash position with runway into 4Q 2025

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Thank You passagebio.com | NASDAQ GS: PASG

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29 Demonstrated Leadership LEADERSHIP TEAM Deep experience in rare disease, CNS disorders and genetic medicines Chip Cale General Counsel & Corporate Secretary Eden Fucci SVP Technical Operations BOARD OF DIRECTORS Maxine Gowen, Ph.D. Chairwoman Athena Countouriotis, M.D. Avenzo Therapeutics Derrell Porter, M.D. cTRL Therapeutics Dolan Sondhi, Ph.D. Weill Cornell Medicine Sandip Kapadia Harmony Biosciences Saqib Islam, J.D. SpringWorks William Chou, M.D. President & Chief Executive Officer William Chou, M.D. President & Chief Executive Officer Stuart Henderson SVP Corporate Development & Investor Relations Kathleen Borthwick SVP Finance & Interim CFO Mark Forman, M.D., Ph.D. Chief Medical Officer

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