Takeda licenses epigenetic programme from CellCentric
This article was originally published in Scrip
Executive Summary
Takeda has licensed an epigenetic programme from UK firm CellCentric with a primary focus on cancer. The deal, which includes an upfront payment, preclinical and clinical milestones, and royalties on any future products, could be worth more than $200 million to CellCentric over the course of the agreement.
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