Takeda Gets Serious About Cell Therapy With TiGenix Buy
Executive Summary
Takeda will acquire its Belgian biotech partner, TiGenix, to strengthen its gastro-intestinal portfolio, bolster its regenerative medicines capacity and grow its US specialty care presence.
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