Helix BioPharma Appoints Deloitte as Strategic Advisor to Explore Partnering and Licensing Opportunities

Helix BioPharma (TSX:HBP) a clinical stage immuno-oncology company developing innovative drug candidates for the prevention and treatment of cancer, today announced that the Board has authorized a process to explore a partnership, alliance, joint development or licensing transaction of its L-DOS47 drug product candidate. Today’s announcement is part of Helix’s continuing efforts to effectively allocate resources and capital, and create value for its shareholders.

As quoted in the press release:

The intention of Helix is to enter a structured process that will include preparing the Company to have discussions with potential partners, engaging in dialogue with a targeted group of qualified partners and licensees, and entering negotiations on a prospective partnership, alliance or licensing transaction.

“We are very excited and pleased to be working with Deloitte Corporate Finance,” said Heman Chao, Helix’s Chief Executive Officer.

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