Latest Cell Therapy News

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.

Chimeric Therapeutics has dosed the first three patients in its Phase 1/2 CHM CDH17 CAR-T trial targeting gastrointestinal cancers, alongside advancing its AML and NK cell therapy programs. The company also secured $5 million in funding and appointed Dr Rebecca McQualter as CEO.

Arovella Therapeutics has bolstered its financial position with a $20 million placement, fully funding the Phase 1 clinical trial of its lead CAR-iNKT therapy, ALA-101, targeting CD19-positive blood cancers. The company also established a Clinical Advisory Board and anticipates key regulatory and clinical milestones in 2025.

Prescient Therapeutics has secured FDA clearance to initiate its Phase 2 PTX-100 trial for relapsed cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, alongside progress in its cell therapy platforms and a solid cash position bolstered by a recent R&D rebate.

Osteopore Limited reports a robust 27% year-over-year revenue increase despite operational headwinds, underpinned by new collaborations in stem cell therapies and expanded market access in Brazil and Singapore.

Mesoblast has secured FDA approval for Ryoncil®, the first mesenchymal stromal cell therapy for steroid-refractory acute graft versus host disease in children, while raising A$260 million to accelerate clinical trials and commercial rollout.

AdAlta Limited has bolstered its leadership team and progressed its 'East to West' cellular therapy strategy alongside its lead drug candidate AD-214, despite a tightening cash position. The company’s recent non-binding term sheet and new clinical data signal promising momentum in its biotech pipeline.