Sanofi Bets Big On IgM ‘Super Antibodies’ In Potential $6bn Cancer and Immunology Deal

IGM Biosciences Is Leader In Novel Field

Looking to catch up with leaders in in the field of next-generation antibodies, Sanofi has struck a deal with IGM Biosciences for three cancer and three auto-immune/inflammation IgM candidates that hold the promise of greater efficacy.

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The IGM Bioscience alliance gives Sanofi a differentiated approach in a crowded field of next generation antibody platforms. • Source: Alamy

Sanofi is betting big on a promising new platform to develop ‘super antibodies’ which could open up new possibilities in oncology, immunology and inflammation, via a partnership with IGM Biosciences potentially worth more than $6bn in milestones.

The partnership kicks off with a $150m upfront payment, with the French pharma company also expressing an interest in buying...

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