Latest Cell Therapy Development News

Arovella Therapeutics has demonstrated that its novel CLDN18.2-targeting CAR incorporated into iNKT cells effectively eliminates pancreatic and gastric cancer cells in vitro, with IL-12-TM armouring enhancing potency and durability.

AdAlta Limited reported a $2.44 million loss for H1 FY26 while progressing a key CAR-T therapy collaboration and raising $2.8 million in capital. The company’s ‘East to West’ immunotherapy strategy gains momentum with regulatory tailwinds and cost efficiencies.

INOVIQ Limited reported a $3.96 million net loss for H1 2026, driven by increased R&D spend, while securing $10.2 million to accelerate its exosome-based cancer diagnostics and therapeutics pipeline.

NeuroScientific Biopharmaceuticals has secured regulatory approval for initial patient treatments under its Special Access Program for StemSmart™ in Crohn’s disease, alongside key executive appointments and a manufacturing partnership to support upcoming clinical trials.

AdAlta Limited has raised up to A$0.5 million through a premium-priced private placement, bolstering its 'East to West' cellular immunotherapy strategy focused on advancing CAR-T therapies for solid cancers.

Chimeric Therapeutics has secured a $2.5 million advance against its FY25 R&D tax incentive, bolstering funding for its clinical trial pipeline and operational needs. This move complements recent capital raises and underscores the company’s strategic financial management amid its oncology-focused cell therapy development.

AdAlta Limited has successfully raised $1.1 million through a renounceable rights issue, positioning itself to advance key CAR-T licensing and immunotherapy projects. The capital injection underscores confidence from leadership and investors amid a transformative phase for the biotech company.

Mesoblast has been granted a seven-year orphan-drug exclusivity by the FDA for its cell therapy Ryoncil, reinforcing its market position in treating steroid-refractory acute graft versus host disease in children.