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CSL makes $4bn+ move in mRNA vaccines with Arcturus deal

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CSL’s vaccines unit CSL Seqirus division is paying Arcturus $200 million upfront to gain access to its self-amplifying mRNA technology platform and exclusive licenses to several vaccine candidates, with another $4.3 billion on offer in milestones if the programmes meet development and commercial objectives.

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Molecular Partners Announces Collaboration With Novartis to Develop Two DARPin(R) Therapies Designed for Potential Use Against COVID-19

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Novartis has been granted an option to in-license global rights of MP0420 and MP0423 – multi-targeted direct-acting antiviral therapeutic candidates demonstrating potential efficacy against COVID-19. During the clinical development stage, Molecular Partners will provide clinical supply.