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YONGIN, South Korea, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GC Cell, a leading innovator in cell therapy, has officially announced the execution of a landmark 'Technology Transfer and License Agreement' with PT Bifarma Adiluhung (Bifarma), a premier stem cell therapy company in Indonesia. This strategic partnership, which began in June, solidifies approximately three months later with the signing of the final license agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, Bifarma will be granted the exclusive rights to develop, manufacture, and commercialize Immuncell-LC for 15 years. Continue Reading GC Cell and PT Bifarma Adiluhung sign a licensing agreement for Immuncell-LC to expand access in Indonesia (PRNewsfoto/GC Cell) Bifarma is recognized for operating Indonesia's first GMP-certified cell therapy production facility and possesses a comprehensive sales and marketing infrastructure focused on oncology, specializing in a cold chain distribution network that spans across Indonesia. This infrastructure is expected to maximize the accessibility and commercial success of Immuncell-LC. James Park, CEO of GC Cell, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership's potential, stating, "The initiation of technology transfer concurrent with the signing of the license agreement sets us on a path to introduce Immuncell-LC in Indonesia by next year, leveraging both our expertise and a firm partnership with Bifarma. This milestone is pivotal as we work to introduce Immuncell-LC, South Korea's first anticancer drug cell therapy, to a global audience, offering new treatment avenues to a broader patient demographic." The Indonesian pharmaceutical market, the largest in Southeast Asia, is rapidly expanding with an average growth rate exceeding 8% annually, representing a significant opportunity for innovative treatments like Immuncell-LC. The introduction of the product is expected to mark a significant advancement in Indonesia's cancer treatment landscape, particularly for Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC), which affects approximately 23,000 new patients annually in the country. Dr. Sandy Qlintang, MBiomed., President Director of PT Bifarma Adiluhung said, "We are excited to announce our collaboration in Immuncell-LC with GC Cell, focusing on innovative treatments for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in Indonesia. By combining our expertise, we aim to enhance therapeutic strategies and bring groundbreaking advancements to liver cancer treatment through cutting-edge immune cell therapies. Together, we are committed to make a significant impact in the fight against HCC." Immuncell-LC, an anti-cancer immune cell therapy, has demonstrated significant efficacy in solid tumors, particularly liver cancer, and has been recognized as an FDA-designated orphan drug. It consists primarily of autologous blood-derived T lymphocytes enhanced to improve cancer cell killing capabilities. The therapy has proven its effectiveness in large-scale Phase 3 clinical trials for early-stage Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) patients, significantly reducing recurrence risk and mortality with a favorable safety profile. As GC Cell continues to engage with major pharmaceutical entities across emerging markets, the partnership with Bifarma is poised to set a precedent for the introduction of innovative therapies in underserved regions, promising enhanced clinical outcomes and increased accessibility to cutting-edge treatments. About GC Cell With a core focus on cell therapy, GC Cell offers complete bio healthcare solutions from diagnosis to treatment, and the brand's comprehensive value chain spans R&D, production, commercialization, and distribution. More info: About PT Bifarma Adiluhung PT Bifarma Adiluhung, through its cell therapy division Regenic, is Indonesia's first and largest cell-based therapy provider, holding GMP certification from Indonesia's FDA and an operating license from Ministry of Health for clinical-grade manufacturing of stem cells and their metabolites. Regenic services encompass autologous and allogeneic stem cells and their derivatives, a stem cell education center, and an R&D center focused on innovative cell therapy products. Regenic is dedicated to advancing healthcare through pioneering cell-based therapies to enhance the quality of life for all individuals. SOURCE GC Cell

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artiva Biotherapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARTV), a clinical-stage biotechnology company whose mission is to develop effective, safe, and accessible cell therapies for patients with devastating autoimmune diseases and cancers, today announced that management will participate in a fireside chat at the 2024 Cantor Fitzgerald Global Healthcare Conference on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. ET / 5:00 a.m. PT, in New York City, New York. Members of the Artiva management team will also be available to participate in in-person investor meetings with investors who are registered to attend the conference. Investors and the general public are invited to listen to a live webcast of the fireside chat through the "Investors" section on Artivabio.com. A webcast replay will be made available following the event for 90 days. About Artiva Biotherapeutics Artiva is a clinical-stage biotechnology company whose mission is to develop effective, safe and accessible cell therapies for patients with devastating autoimmune diseases and cancers. Artiva’s lead program, AlloNK®, is an allogeneic, off-the-shelf, non-genetically modified, cryopreserved NK cell therapy candidate designed to enhance the antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity effect of monoclonal antibodies to drive B-cell depletion. AlloNK® is currently in clinical trials for treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus, for patients with or without lupus nephritis, and in an investigator-initiated basket trial in multiple autoimmune indications. Artiva’s pipeline also includes CAR-NK candidates targeting both solid and hematologic cancers. Artiva was founded in 2019 as a spin out of GC Cell, formerly GC Lab Cell Corporation, a leading healthcare company in the Republic of Korea, pursuant to a strategic partnership granting Artiva exclusive worldwide rights (excluding Asia, Australia and New Zealand) to GC Cell’s NK cell manufacturing technology and programs. Artiva is headquartered in San Diego, California. For more information, please visit https://www.artivabio.com/. Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements in this press release that are not statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding upcoming events or Artiva Biotherapeutics, Inc.’s (the “Company”) participation at such events. These forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs of the management of the Company as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to the Company. Such statements reflect the current views of the Company with respect to future events and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties. In light of these risks and uncertainties, the events or circumstances referred to in the forward-looking statements may not occur. These and other factors that may cause the Company’s actual results to differ from current expectations are discussed in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including the section titled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2024. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date this press release is given. Except as required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. ContactsInvestors: Neha Krishnamohan, Artiva Biotherapeutics, ir@artivabio.comMedia: Jessica Yingling, Ph.D., Little Dog Communications Inc., jessica@litldog.com, +1.858.344.8091

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PhotonPharma, a pioneering biotech company focused on innovative cancer therapies, is pleased to announce its selection as a premier presenting company in the upcoming Rocky Mountain Life Sciences Investor and Partnering Conference sponsored by the Colorado BioScience Association. The conference will be held at the Beaver Run Resort and Conference Center in Breckenridge Colorado on September 12th and 13th. The company will present its groundbreaking work on an autologous cancer vaccine platform, Innocell, at the conference on Thursday, September 12th. Innocell is a novel cancer cellular immunotherapy that harnesses the power of a patient's own tumor cells. Using a proprietary photochemical method, PhotonPharma inactivates tumor cells collected from the patient, enabling their safe reintroduction into the patient's body. This process allows for presentation of the full complement of diverse tumor antigens, which in combination with immune stimulating adjuvant, is intended to elicit a potent immune response to target and fight the cancer effectively. Innocell's innovative approach allows for the selective targeting of solid organ tumors, which account for 90% of all cancers. "Our goal with Innocell is to provide a cancer treatment that is effective and safe, which can be used to specifically target a patient's tumor type." said Dr. Alan Rudolph, CEO of PhotonPharma. "Innocell has the potential to revolutionize cancer therapy by offering a personalized approach that can be combined with other treatments to enhance therapy." said Ray Goodrich, founder and CSO. Both Dr. Rudolph and Dr. Goodrich will attend the conference. In February 2024, PhotonPharma received FDA clearance to initiate clinical development of Innocell for the treatment of ovarian cancer, a disease that affects approximately 20,000 women in the U.S. each year. The company recently closed a $2.5M Seed financing round to fund the Phase I clinical trial in patients with advanced ovarian cancer. This study is expected to enroll its first patient in Q4, 2024. PhotonPharma's presentation at the Rocky Mountain Life Sciences Investor and Partnering Conference will provide an overview of the company's progress and development plans. Investors and partners are encouraged to attend and learn more about the exciting opportunities to support the development of this cutting-edge technology. About PhotonPharma: PhotonPharma is dedicated to developing innovative cancer therapies that leverage the body's immune system to fight disease. With a focus on personalized medicine, the company's lead product, Innocell, aims to provide a safe and effective treatment for a wide range of solid organ tumors. For more information, please visit or contact: Alan Rudolph, PhD CEO PhotonPharma, Inc. [email protected] 301-520-8982 Media Contact: Ms. Anjelica Doriety PhotonPharma, Inc. [email protected] 720-507-1899 SOURCE PhotonPharma Inc.