Zhejiang Hisun Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. has inked another international partnership, this time with US-based Nascent Pharmaceuticals LLC to strengthen its China oncology pipeline under a technology transfer and milestone agreement, a move indicative of Hisun’s plans to build its capabilities in antibody development.
Nascent Deal Helps Hisun Advance Innovation Goals
Zhejiang Hisun Pharmaceuticals is continuing to enrich its pipeline through in-licensing deals, most recently with Nascent, while seeking out-licensing opportunities for its growing pipeline of clinical-stage biologics. The company is also looking to expand into other emerging markets through international partnerships, an executive says.

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