Deal Watch: Syndax Gets Former Vitae Leukemia Program From Allergan
Executive Summary
Cancer-focused biotech obtains preclinical program aimed at leukemia subset involving chromosomal rearrangements. Merck acquires an interest in KalVista and rights to its diabetic macular edema candidate, while Arcturus partners with Janssen in hepatitis B.
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