Feb 19, 2026
Sift Biosciences, a UC Berkeley spinout, closed an oversubscribed $3.7 million pre-seed financing to advance its AI-driven peptide immunotherapy platform targeting immunologically "cold" solid tumors.
Feb 16, 2026
Three comprehensive reports examine the monoclonal antibody landscape, covering CD47-targeted immunotherapy pipelines, competitive analysis of 180+ companies developing mAb therapeutics, and recombinant antibody market forecasts through 2033.
Feb 12, 2026
Calidi Biotherapeutics presented preclinical data on its RedTail virotherapy platform at the 2026 AACR Immuno-Oncology conference, demonstrating tumor-localized BiTE expression and IL-15 superagonist delivery. The company plans to submit an IND application for CLD-401 by end of 2026.
Feb 19, 2026
Faron Pharmaceuticals announces Phase II BEAM-X trial evaluating bexmarilimab plus azacitidine in MRD-positive AML patients after stem cell transplantation. The Nordic AML Group-led trial will enroll 24 patients with first results expected 12-15 months after enrollment begins in Q3 2026.
Feb 19, 2026
The global oncology market is projected to grow from $280 billion in 2026 to $748 billion by 2035 at 11.54% CAGR, driven by rising cancer incidence, precision medicine expansion, and strong immunotherapy pipelines across multiple tumor types.
Feb 18, 2026
ImmunityBio's stock jumped 41.9% following the European Commission's conditional marketing authorization for Anktiva combined with BCG to treat BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer across 33 European countries.
Feb 18, 2026
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University developed a method using ultrasound-activated nanobubbles to break down the collagen barriers surrounding solid tumors, enabling better drug delivery and immune cell penetration. The therapy could reach clinical trials within two years.
Feb 14, 2026
Researchers have developed modified CAR T cells that overcome prostaglandin E2 suppression in solid tumors and a selective therapy targeting IGHV4-34 that spares healthy immune cells, addressing key limitations in current treatments.
Feb 13, 2026
NeoGenomics has introduced PanTracer Pro, a molecular testing solution combining comprehensive genomic profiling with diagnosis-directed assays for advanced solid tumors, designed to streamline biomarker assessment and support faster treatment decisions.
Feb 13, 2026
HCW Biologics and WY Biotech closed first-round financing for joint venture Trimmune, granting exclusive worldwide license to develop preclinical TRBC molecule HCW11-006 for $7 million in upfront consideration, with Phase 1 trial planned in China for first half of 2027.
Feb 13, 2026
The U.S. FDA granted orphan drug designation to HCB101, a next-generation immunotherapy from HanchorBio, for treating gastric cancer including HER2-positive and HER2-negative subtypes.
Feb 13, 2026
Lunai Bioworks was featured on CNBC on February 13, 2026, showcasing its AI platform for CNS therapeutics and biodefense. The company reported improved financial performance with net income of $1.02 million compared to a $51.46 million loss the previous year.
Sep 11, 2025
The FDA issued a Complete Response Letter for Corcept's relacorilant as a treatment for hypertension secondary to hypercortisolism, requesting additional evidence of effectiveness despite acknowledging positive trial results.
Feb 13, 2026
Aethlon Medical reported Q3 2026 financial results with a $2.06 million operating loss while advancing its Australian oncology trial of the Hemopurifier device. The company achieved 27% year-to-date cost reductions and targets a late March safety review.