20/20 BioLabs Exclusively Licenses PSA Velocity Algorithm from the University of South Carolina

Patented Algorithm Designed to Help Identify Otherwise Dangerous Prostate Tumors Earlier Using Repeat Blood Test Results

Licensing Agreement Expands 20/20 BioLabs’ AI-Enabled Multi-Cancer Early Detection Platform

GAITHERSBURG, Md., May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 20/20 BioLabs, Inc. (“20/20”) (Nasdaq: AIDX), an early market entrant in cutting-edge, AI powered laboratory-based blood tests for the early detection and prevention of cancers and chronic diseases, today announced that it has entered into an exclusive, worldwide licensing agreement with the University of South Carolina to commercialize a patented algorithm developed by a team headed by James Hébert, Sc.D., Director of the South Carolina Statewide Cancer Prevention and Control Program and Health Sciences Distinguished Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics.

The technology analyzes changes in prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels over time, thus helping to identify rapidly growing prostate tumors that pose the greatest chance of causing disability and death. This enables detection of dangerous prostate cancers even before PSA levels cross standard thresholds, typically 4.0 ng/mL according to guidelines. This permits earlier, less invasive and more effective therapeutic interventions while the tumor is still confined to the prostate organ. 20/20 BioLabs plans to incorporate the algorithm into its OneTest for Cancer platform, a blood-based multi-cancer early detection test designed to evaluate cancer risk using established protein biomarkers, clinical factors, and AI-driven analytics. The algorithm will also be made available to other clinical laboratories worldwide under software-as-a-service licenses.

PSA is a naturally occurring molecule produced by the prostate. Aggressive prostate cancers often show rapid PSA rise and a steep slope while benign causes of PSA elevation do not typically show acceleration over time. By analyzing serial PSA results taken over time, the algorithm can distinguish men who may be at higher risk for aggressive prostate cancer from those whose PSA patterns may indicate a less serious condition.

“This license adds an important longitudinal risk assessment tool to our OneTest for Cancer as well as PSA screening by other labs and supports our broader mission of making early cancer detection more accessible, affordable, and actionable,” said Jonathan Cohen, Chief Executive Officer of 20/20 BioLabs. “Prostate cancer screening has long faced the challenge of identifying clinically meaningful risk while avoiding unnecessary concern or inappropriate follow-up and treatment for men with less aggressive conditions. We believe Dr. Hébert’s work can help address that challenge by adding deeper analytical context to PSA results over time.”

In addition to this license involving PSA velocity, 20/20 Biolabs and Dr. Hébert anticipate conducting joint research to develop similar velocity algorithms for other protein tumor markers like CA 125 and CA 19.9 for ovarian and pancreatic cancers respectively.

“I am pleased that this highly effective method for detecting aggressive prostate cancer is being made available to the public through 20/20 BioLabs’ OneTest for Cancer,” said Dr. Hébert. “Multiple PSA tests performed at regular intervals over a few years is consistent with the practice of active surveillance that is now recommended by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), a not-for-profit alliance of 33 leading U.S. cancer centers dedicated to improving patient care, conducting research, and providing education.”

The licensing agreement was facilitated through USC’s Office of Economic Engagement’s Technology Commercialization Office, which works to advance university innovations by connecting researchers with industry partners.

“This partnership highlights the critical role universities play in driving innovation and economic growth,” said Stephen J. Cutler, Ph.D., Vice President for Economic Development at the University of South Carolina. “By moving discoveries like Dr. Hébert’s algorithm into the marketplace, we are advancing both public health and the development of high-impact health technologies.”

“Collaborations like this exemplify how university discoveries can move from the lab to the marketplace,” said Chase Kasper, Deputy Director of the Office of Engagement, who oversees technology transfer and licensing efforts at USC. “We are excited that our industry partners can incorporate innovations from USC’s research enterprise and translate them into greater applications, products, and services for the public benefit.”

About 20/20 BioLabs

20/20 BioLabs, Inc. (Nasdaq: AIDX) develops and commercializes AI-powered, laboratory-based blood tests for the early detection and prevention of cancers and chronic diseases. The company offers two families of lab tests under the OneTest brand. OneTest™ for Cancer is a multi-cancer early detection, or MCED, blood test, and OneTest for Longevity, which measures inflammatory biomarkers, launched in February 2026. OneTest’s affordable, accurate, actionable tests can be conveniently accessed at home using new, upper arm collection devices that avoid painful needles. Tests are run in its College of American Pathologists (CAP) accredited, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) licensed laboratory in Gaithersburg, MD.

20/20 BioLabs’ pioneering Clinical Laboratory Innovation Accelerator, or CLIAx, is a shared CLIA laboratory for overseas diagnostics start-ups seeking to launch novel lab tests in the US without the expense of establishing and operating their own, independent lab. The Company’s legacy business also includes a pioneering field test kit for screening suspicious powders for bioterror agents known as BioCheck. For more information visit 2020biolabs.com.

About the University of South Carolina

The University of South Carolina is a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience and dedicated to innovation in learning, research and community engagement. Founded in 1801, the university is a top-tier Carnegie Foundation research institution offering more than 350 academic degree programs, including distinguished programs in engineering, law, medicine, nursing, public health and the arts. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of 20 locations throughout the state, including the research campus in Columbia. With the nation’s top first-year experience, best public honors college and 60 nationally ranked academic programs — including top-ranked programs in international business — the university is helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and around the world.

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