"Mesoblast is an Australia-based biotechnology company developing adult stem-cell therapies based on its proprietary MPC and MSC platforms. Its lead programs are in pediatric aGvHD, heart failure, ARDS and lower back pain, all of which are in Phase III or later."
"Mesoblast announced that Novartis has signed a partnership with the company to develop remestemcel-L for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), whether or not the ARDS was caused by COVID-19. This is an important validation of both the platform as well as its application in the treatment of respiratory disease. Novartis will make a US$25m upfront payment and an additional US$25m equity investment. Mesoblast may receive a total of US$505m in development milestones, an additional US$750m in sales milestones and tiered double-digit royalties. Additionally, Novartis will fully fund global clinical development for all-cause ARDS and potentially other respiratory indications."
"Mesoblast announced that Novartis has signed a partnership with the company to develop remestemcel-L for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), whether or not the ARDS was caused by COVID-19. This is an important validation of both the platform as well as its application in the treatment of respiratory disease. Novartis will make a US$25m upfront payment and an additional US$25m equity investment. Mesoblast may receive a total of US$505m in development milestones, an additional US$750m in sales milestones and tiered double-digit royalties. Additionally, Novartis will fully fund global clinical development for all-cause ARDS and potentially other respiratory indications."