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SHANGHAI, Jan. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CARsgen Therapeutics Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 2171.HK), a company focused on innovative CAR T-cell therapies for the treatment of hematologic malignancies and solid tumors, announces that KJ-C2320, an allogeneic CAR T-cell therapy targeting CD38, has administered the first dose to a patient in an investigator-initiated trial (IIT). KJ-C2320 is developed based on CARsgen's THANK-uCAR® platform. An investigator-initiated trial is ongoing in China to evaluate KJ-C2320 for the treatment of relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia (R/R AML). About THANK-uCAR® THANK (Target to Hinder the Attack of NK cells)-uCAR® is CARsgen's proprietary technology to generate allogeneic CAR-T cells with improved expansion and persistence by modifying donor-derived T cells. To minimize graft versus host disease (GvHD) and host versus graft response (HvGR) from allogeneic T cells, we disrupt the genomic loci encoding TCR and beta-2 microglobulin (B2M) to eliminate surface expression of the TCR or the human leukocyte antigen class I (HLA-I), an approach that has been validated by previous research. However, natural killer (NK) cells can attack T cells without HLA-I expression, which then limits the expansion and persistence of the allogeneic CAR-T cells. To protect the allogeneic CAR-T cells from the patient's NK cells' attacks, we arm these TCR-/B2M-T cells with a CAR that recognizes NKG2A to hinder the NKG2A-positive NK cell rejection of the CAR T cells and therefore allow the THANK-uCAR-T cells to resist the attack by NK cells. Clinical studies have demonstrated that the BCMA CAR-T therapy developed on the THANK-uCAR® platform can expand in patients achieving complete response to levels comparable to autologous CAR-T, showing preliminary evidence of controllable safety and promising efficacy. About CARsgen Therapeutics Holdings Limited CARsgen is a biopharmaceutical company with operations in China and the U.S., focusing on innovative CAR T-cell therapies for the treatment of hematologic malignancies and solid tumors. CARsgen has established a comprehensive CAR T-cell research and development platform that covers target discovery, innovative CAR T-cell development, clinical trials, and commercial-scale production. Internally, CARsgen has developed novel technologies and a product pipeline with global rights to address significant challenges faced by existing CAR T-cell therapies. Efforts include improving safety profile, enhancing the efficacy in treating solid tumors, and reducing treatment costs. CARsgen's mission is to become a global biopharmaceutical leader that provides innovative and differentiated cell therapies for cancer patients worldwide and makes cancer curable. Forward-looking Statements All statements in this press release that are not historical fact or that do not relate to present facts or current conditions are forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements express the Group's current views, projections, beliefs and expectations with respect to future events as of the date of this press release. Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions and factors beyond the Group's control. As a result, they are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, and actual events or results may differ materially from these forward-looking statements and the forward-looking events discussed in this press release might not occur. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those detailed under the heading "Principal Risks and Uncertainties" in our most recent annual report and interim report and other announcements and reports made available on our corporate website, . No representation or warranty is given as to the achievement or reasonableness of, and no reliance should be placed on, any projections, targets, estimates or forecasts contained in this press release. Contact CARsgen For more information, please visit SOURCE CARsgen Therapeutics WANT YOUR COMPANY'S NEWS FEATURED ON PRNEWSWIRE.COM? 440k+ Newsrooms & Influencers 9k+ Digital Media Outlets 270k+ Journalists Opted In GET STARTED

TAICHUNG, Jan. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Taiwan National Innovation Awards, regarded as the pinnacle of excellence in the biomedical and healthcare sectors, recognize the most transformative breakthroughs that push boundaries and redefine global standards. At the 21st annual awards in 2024, the China Medical University (CMU) and Healthcare System achieved an extraordinary milestone, sweeping 17 awards across three prestigious categories: two Corporate Innovation Awards, six Academic-Research Innovation Awards, and nine Clinical Innovation Awards. This unparalleled success cements CMU and Healthcare System's position as a trailblazer in biotechnology, smart healthcare, and innovative medical devices. Continue Reading At the 2024 Taiwan National Innovation Awards, CMU and Healthcare System achieved an extraordinary milestone, sweeping 17 awards through cell therapy, smart healthcare innovations, and exosome-based technology. A shining example of CMU and Healthcare System's innovative prowess is the groundbreaking CAR001 cell therapy developed by its spin-off, Ever Supreme Bio Technology. This revolutionary treatment employs allogeneic CAR and BiTE-GDT technologies to target solid tumors with unprecedented precision. Utilizing artificial intelligence, the research team identified HLA-G as a critical target for solid tumors, enabling the development of the CAR001 (CAR-T) technique. In preclinical animal trials, this breakthrough therapy achieved an astounding 90% tumor eradication rate, with results published in world-leading medical journals. The therapy has also received Phase I and IIa clinical trial approvals in both Taiwan and the United States, marking a pivotal step toward clinical application. Adding to the excitement, CMU and Healthcare System's innovations were showcased during the highly anticipated "Demo Day" segment of the awards. This platform features the most exceptional teams presenting their work to top Taiwanese investors for live evaluation and feedback. Ever Supreme Bio Technology stood out as one of the ten chosen teams, further underscoring the global potential and competitive edge of its technology. CMU and Healthcare System's achievements extend beyond cutting-edge therapies. Its pioneering use of artificial intelligence spans critical areas, including drug discovery, myocardial infarction treatment, infection and sepsis management, remote dialysis, image analysis, and medical education. Moreover, CMU and Healthcare System has redefined possibilities in exosome-based technology, offering transformative solutions for cancer and neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's. The precision of its targeted exosome delivery system significantly enhances treatment outcomes, heralding new hope for patients with conditions once considered intractable. As a hub of innovation, CMU and Healthcare System exemplifies the synergy between research excellence and global collaboration. By forging partnerships with world-class academic and medical institutions, CMU and Healthcare System is accelerating the clinical adoption of groundbreaking technologies. Its unwavering commitment to advancing biomedical and smart healthcare innovation is transforming patient care and driving profound, lasting impact on the global stage. The future of healthcare has never looked brighter—and CMU and Healthcare System is at the forefront, leading the charge. Media contact: Carolyn Chen, [email protected] SOURCE China Medical University Hospital WANT YOUR COMPANY'S NEWS FEATURED ON PRNEWSWIRE.COM? 440k+ Newsrooms & Influencers 9k+ Digital Media Outlets 270k+ Journalists Opted In GET STARTED

HOUSTON & SEATTLE--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Indapta Therapeutics, Inc., a privately held clinical stage biotechnology company developing next-generation cell therapies for the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases, announced today it has closed a $22.5 million round of new financing to accelerate the clinical development of its differentiated allogeneic Natural Killer (NK) cell therapy. Current investors RA Capital Management, LP, Leaps by Bayer, the impact investment arm of Bayer AG, Vertex Ventures HC, Pontifax, and the Myeloma Investment Fund, the venture philanthropy subsidiary of the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, completed the round. "This funding will enable us to generate significant additional data in our ongoing trial of IDP-023 in cancer as well as initial data from our first trial in autoimmune disease," said Mark Frohlich, Indapta’s CEO. "Preliminary results of IDP-023 in cancer are encouraging and we look forward to initiating our Phase 1 trial for multiple sclerosis in Q1 2025. This financing, together with our recently announced collaboration with Sanofi, highlights the promise of our differentiated platform.” Advancing Clinical Trials of Lead Product IDP-023 Indapta has completed enrollment in the safety run-in portion of the Phase 1 clinical trial of IDP-023 in Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL) and Multiple Myeloma (MM), in which patients received up to three doses of IDP-023 without and with interleukin (IL)-2. As presented at the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer meeting , the mean maximum decrease in serum M-protein or light chain was 73% in responding myeloma patients with relapsed/refractory disease, with three patients achieving a reduction of 84% or greater. Enrollment of cohorts receiving IDP-023 in combination with monoclonal antibodies targeting CD20 or CD38 is underway. In August, Indapta announced FDA clearance of its IND of IDP-023 in combination with ocrelizumab in progressive MS . The company’s approach is highly differentiated from other cellular approaches to autoimmune diseases, with at least three different mechanisms that can address the biology of the disease: 1) by combining with a B cell targeting antibody like ocrelizumab, IDP-023 can deplete B cells more effectively than antibody alone; 2) g-NK cells are capable of targeting autoreactive T and B cells that are known to upregulate HLA-E; and 3) given their inherent anti-viral activity, g-NK cells can potentially address the EBV viral reservoir that contributes to the disease pathogenesis. About Indapta Therapeutics Indapta is a privately-held company focused on developing and bringing to market a diverse pipeline of cell therapies to treat the still unmet medical needs of patients with blood and solid-tumor cancers as well as autoimmune diseases. The company’s proprietary robust platform of naturally-occurring g-NK cells is specifically designed to create best-in-class, highly potent, more accessible, and scalable cell therapies. For more information, please visit www.indapta.com .