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Xencor Regains Exclusive Worldwide Rights to Plamotamab After Janssen Termination
Xencor Inc
- Xencor regains worldwide rights to plamotamab, a CD20 x CD3 bispecific T-cell engager, after Janssen terminates its rights.
- Plamotamab is Phase 2 ready, having completed Phase 1 enrollment in hematologic cancers in late 2023.
- Janssen retains rights to develop B-cell targeting CD28 bispecifics, including JNJ-9401 and JNJ-1493, now in Phase 1.
- Two collaboration agreements with Janssen continue; Xencor remains eligible for milestones and royalties on retained CD28 programs.
- Xencor has opt-in rights to co-fund development of JNJ-9401 (20%) and JNJ-1493 (15%) upon proof-of-concept.