Japanese regulatory T-cell (T-reg) venture RegCell has raised new funding to progress its autoimmune-focused pipeline, while relocating its headquarters to the US to better access expertise, capital and partnerships.
Japan T-Reg Venture RegCell Raises New Funds, Relocates To US
Lead Therapy Into Clinic This Year
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