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Duke terminates patent license with Cryo-Cell effective May 17; Cryo-Cell previously sought arbitration
CRYO CELL INTERNATIONAL INC
- Duke University terminated Patent and Technology License Agreement effective May 17, 2025, claiming Cryo-Cell breached.
- Cryo-Cell had previously filed a demand for arbitration against Duke, alleging fraudulent inducement and breach.
- The license granted Cryo-Cell exclusive rights to commercialize certain products and processes for human disease treatment.
- Termination could impact Cryo-Cell's ability to commercialize the licensed technology; arbitration is ongoing.
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