Astex Pharmaceuticals Partners with Genentech for Breast Cancer Therapy Program in a Deal Worth Over $515M
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- Astex has entered into an exclusive, worldwide research collaboration & license agreement with Genentech to identify small molecules with selective inhibitory activity for the treatment for breast cancer
- Astex will license compounds from its breast cancer discovery program to Genentech and jointly optimize lead compounds through preclinical candidate selection, after which Genentech will lead global development & commercialization
- Astex will receive $25M upfront & is eligible for over $490M in preclinical, clinical, regulatory, & sales milestones, plus tiered royalties on net sales of medicines arising from the collaboration
Ref: Globenewswire | Image: Genentech & Astex | Press Release
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