Precision BioSciences Receives Initial $7.5 Million Cash Payment and Equity Investment from TG Therapeutics for Azel-Cel in Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases

DURHAM, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Precision BioSciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: DTIL), an advanced gene editing company utilizing its novel proprietary ARCUS® platform to develop in vivo gene editing therapies for sophisticated gene edits, including gene elimination, insertion, and excision, today received an upfront cash payment and equity investment from TG Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: TGTX) for an exclusive license to develop Azercabtagene Zapreleucel (azer-cel) for autoimmune diseases, and other indications outside ...