Biotech Galapagos Winds Down Cell Therapy, Threatens 365 Jobs and 5 Facilities
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Biotech company Galapagos is winding down its cell therapy unit, threatening 365 jobs and 5 facilities, sparking concern among industry observers. The news was met with limited discussion on HN, with a single comment raising questions about the company's decision.
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Investors continue to struggle with the realities of timelines in biologics for development, manufacturing and commercialization. Cell therapy works but the business model doesn't, at least thus far.