Novartis Adds To NASH Pipeline By Licensing Pliant’s Integrin Inhibitor
Executive Summary
Deal for preclinical asset adds an anti-fibrotic mechanism to Novartis’ NASH program. Pliant produced preclinical data showing strong anti-fibrotic effect.
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