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NR2F6 deletion boosts CAR-T activity against solid tumors

Apr 23, 2026

Nature Communications findings showed NR2F6 deletion revived exhausted CAR-T cells and boosted activity against solid tumors. In murine models, modified cells drove tumor regression, prolonged survival and resistance to rechallenge.

Korean Biotechs to Present Next-Gen Cancer Therapies at AACR Meeting

Apr 08, 2026

Korean biotech firms will present next-generation cancer therapies at the AACR meeting, including CAR-T platforms for solid tumors, mRNA-based treatments, radiopharmaceuticals, and bispecific antibody ADCs. Companies like AbClon, Verismo Therapeutics, Hanmi Pharmaceutical, and SK Biopharmaceuticals will showcase their latest research.

Engineered Immune Cells and Targeted Antigens Advance Cancer Immunotherapy

Apr 03, 2026

Researchers have engineered immune cells to sense cancer metabolites, improving tumor infiltration in solid cancers. Separate studies identify Kappa and Lambda Myeloma Antigens as specific targets for multiple myeloma treatment, while mRNA-based personalized cancer vaccines show promise through AI-driven neoantigen selection.

Novel CAR-T Approaches Show Promise Against Solid Tumors in Preclinical Studies

Apr 02, 2026

Two innovative CAR-T approaches show promise against solid tumors in preclinical studies. An in vivo gene editing system generates CAR-T cells directly in the body, while HLA-independent T cell receptors target CD70 across various tumor types. Both methods have demonstrated tumor clearance in mouse models, potentially expanding cell therapy applications beyond blood cancers.

Johnson & Johnson Invests $1 Billion in Cell Therapy Manufacturing Facility

Apr 01, 2026

Johnson & Johnson invests over $1 billion in a new Pennsylvania cell therapy manufacturing facility for cancer and neurological diseases. The expansion addresses growing demand for advanced therapies while highlighting workforce training challenges in GMP environments. Other developments include new cell line technology for viral vector production and CRISPR-edited CAR-T manufacturing partnerships.

Recursion Reports Q4 2025 Results with Clinical Validation and Strong Cash Position

Apr 01, 2026

Recursion reported Q4 2025 financial results with $754 million in cash providing runway into early 2028. The company achieved clinical validation of its AI platform with REC-4881 showing meaningful polyp reductions in FAP patients and received its fifth Sanofi milestone payment. Full-year revenue reached $74.7 million while net loss widened to $644.8 million.

PDS Biotechnology to Report 2025 Financial Results and Provide Clinical Update

Mar 25, 2026

PDS Biotechnology will report 2025 financial results and provide clinical updates on March 30, 2026. The company faces critical regulatory decisions for its Phase 3 VERSATILE-003 trial in HPV16-positive head and neck cancer and is expanding its immunotherapy platform to prostate cancer and other solid tumors.

Women With Cancer Show Improved Survival But Higher Risk of Severe Side Effects

Mar 24, 2026

A meta-analysis of 20,806 cancer patients shows women have significantly improved survival rates but higher risk of severe treatment side effects compared to men. Separate research indicates nutrition counseling could support fertility in female cancer survivors, though implementation faces barriers. Specialized cancer nurses play a crucial role in providing stability and support throughout cancer treatment.

Novartis Acquires Pikavation for Up to $3 Billion in Cancer Pipeline Expansion

Mar 23, 2026

Novartis will acquire Pikavation Therapeutics for up to $3 billion to gain its PI3Kα inhibitor programs, led by SNV4818 for metastatic breast cancer. The deal includes $2 billion upfront and up to $1 billion in milestones, with completion expected in first half 2026. SNV4818 is designed to selectively target mutated PI3Kα while sparing healthy cells.