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): December 2, 2008
Targeted Genetics Corporation
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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Washington | | 0-23930 | | 91-1549568 |
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) | | (Commission File Number) | | (IRS Employer Identification No.) |
1100 Olive Way, Suite 100, Seattle, Washington | | 98101 |
| (Address of principal executive offices) | | (Zip Code) |
| Registrant’s telephone number, including area code | | (206) 623-7612 |
Not Applicable |
| (Former name or former address if changed since last report) |
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Item 8.01. Other Events.
On December 2, 2008, Targeted Genetics Corporation announced that it is realigning its product development priorities and is implementing cost reduction measures.
A copy of the press release issued in connection with this announcement is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this current report and is incorporated by reference.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibit:
| 99.1 | Press Release of Targeted Genetics Corporation dated December 2, 2008 |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
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| | TARGETED GENETICS CORPORATION |
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| Dated: December 3, 2008 | By: | /s/ DAVID J. POSTON |
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David J. PostonVice President Finance and Chief Financial Officer |
INDEX TO EXHIBITS
Exhibit Number | Description |
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| 99.1 | Press Release of Targeted Genetics Corporation dated December 2, 2008 |
