China Deal Watch: Four Biotechs Kick Off May With Multiple In/Out Deals
Executive Summary
Four Chinese biotech companies reach in- and out-licensing deals covering antibody drug conjugates, small molecules and vaccines as they continue to pursue and develop innovation.
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