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Sanofi-Aventis, Merrimack Enter MAb Pact

Merrimack Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Sanofi-Aventis signed an exclusive worldwide licensing agreement for the development and commercialization of MM-121, a fully human monoclonal antibody designed to block signaling of the ErbB3 receptor.

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By: Tim Wright

Editor-in-Chief, Contract Pharma

Merrimack Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Sanofi-Aventis signed an exclusive worldwide licensing agreement for the development and commercialization of MM-121, a fully human monoclonal antibody designed to block signaling of the ErbB3 receptor. MM-121 is currently in Phase I testing as a potential treatment for cancer. SA will make an upfront payment of $60 million and will be responsible for all development costs. Merrimack is eligible for an additional $470 million in milestone payments as well a...

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