GSK Opts In On Ionis’ Antisense Candidates For Hep B
Executive Summary
The pharma is taking over a pair of Ionis candidates intended to address the underlying cause of HBV, possibly offering a curative therapy. It’s just the second HBV licensing agreement in 2019, after heavier deal flow in recent years.
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