CMC Biologics, Inc. and MacroGenics, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, have entered into an agreement to further develop the production process for transfer and clinical manufacture of an undisclosed MacroGenics’ oncology candidate.
 
“We look forward to working with MacroGenics to further develop and advance this immuno-oncology program,” said Gustavo Mahler, Ph.D., global chief operations officer of CMC Biologics. “This contract highlights CMC Biologics’ focus on working with our customers as partners and our capabilities in the development and clinical manufacturing of monoclonal antibodies.”
 
“We are impressed with CMC Biologics’ experience and technical competency in biopharmaceutical development and cGMP manufacturing,” said MacroGenics president and chief executive officer, Scott Koenig, MD, Ph.D. “Choosing a contract manufacturing partner with quality facilities that is able to provide flexible solutions and meet our clinical timelines is critical to realizing the potential of life-saving medicines.”