Chugai Signals Cell Therapy Interest Via Athersys Deal
The U.S. venture Athersys has entered into a cell therapy alliance with Chugai that will enable it to take advantage of the newly supportive regulatory environment in Japan for regenerative medicines and to access a potentially large market.
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