Latest Cell Therapy News

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.

PolyNovo’s NovoSorb BTM technology has demonstrated promising first-in-human results as a novel delivery platform for pancreatic islet cell transplants in Type 1 diabetes, potentially redefining treatment approaches.

AdAlta Limited has announced a pro rata renounceable rights offer to raise approximately $1.29 million, aiming to fund its strategic pivot towards licensing CAR-T cell therapies through its subsidiary AdCella. The offer includes new shares and options, underpinned by key insiders and an underwriting agreement.

AdAlta Limited has announced a renounceable rights issue to raise up to $1.3 million, aiming to accelerate its ‘East to West’ cellular immunotherapy strategy and explore new strategic options.

Mesoblast has commercially launched Ryoncil in the US for pediatric acute GVHD, backed by a strong cash position and advancing multiple cell therapy programs.

INOVIQ Limited reports significant progress in its exosome-based cancer diagnostics and therapeutics, including expanded customer adoption, advanced AI screening tests, and strategic partnerships with leading research centres.

Imugene Limited reports encouraging Phase 1b results for azer-cel in lymphoma, secures FDA Fast Track status, and strengthens patent portfolio while raising A$20 million to fuel ongoing immuno-oncology programs.

Imugene’s Phase 1b trial of azer-cel, an off-the-shelf CD19 CAR T therapy, reports a 57% complete response rate in heavily pretreated diffuse large B-cell lymphoma patients, signaling a promising new option in a challenging cancer landscape.

AdAlta Limited is accelerating its 'East to West' cellular immunotherapy strategy, aiming to bridge Asian innovation with Western clinical development and manufacturing to target solid cancers. The company plans to secure three assets by the end of 2025 and initiate clinical trials, positioning itself as a leader in this emerging market.

AdAlta has fast-tracked its cellular immunotherapy growth by signing two new term sheets for clinical-stage CAR-T products from Asia, pivoting to focus on in-licensing and clinical trials while winding down internal R&D on its antifibrotic drug AD-214.

A new peer-reviewed study highlights Cynata Therapeutics’ Cymerus™ iPSC-derived MSCs as superior to traditional donor tissue-derived MSCs in potency, consistency, and regenerative potential.

Prescient Therapeutics has secured FDA clearance for its PTX-100 Phase 2 trial targeting relapsed/refractory cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, while also appointing James McDonnell as its new CEO. The company reports steady progress in its cell therapy platforms and maintains a solid cash position bolstered by a recent R&D tax rebate.