Moderna is partnering with Life Edit, a subsidiary of ElevateBio that offers a suite of gene-editing technologies. The deal brings together the capabilities of both companies, which aim to develop in vivo gene-editing therapies.Mod
The Houston-based company is developing a cell therapy for viral infections in patients with compromised immune systems, which it plans to move into Phase III studies within the next 12 months. AlloVir also raised $120 million in a Series B funding round.
At the Abarca Forward conference earlier this year, George Van Antwerp, managing director at Deloitte, discussed how social determinants of health and a personalized member experience can improve medication adherence and health outcomes.
The firm will follow a model similar to that of BridgeBio, partnering with scientific researchers and launching companies to develop and commercialize their products.