Research programme: RNA-based cancer therapies - BioNTech
Alternative Names: Tumor associated antigens (TAA) - BioNTechLatest Information Update: 22 Dec 2025
At a glance
- Originator CureVac
- Developer BioNTech
- Class Antineoplastics; RNA
- Mechanism of Action Protein synthesis stimulants
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Orphan Drug Status
No
Orphan designation is assigned by a regulatory body to encourage companies to develop drugs for rare diseases.
- New Molecular Entity Yes
- Available For Licensing Yes
Highest Development Phases
- No development reported Cancer
Most Recent Events
- 18 Dec 2025 CureVac has been acquired and merged into BioNTech
- 28 Nov 2024 No recent reports of development identified for preclinical development in Cancer in Germany (Parenteral)
- 01 Oct 2020 Research programme: cancer therapeutics is available for licensing as of 01 Oct 2020. https://www.curevac.com/en/about-us/partnerships/