FDA Tweaks Cell Therapy Meeting Logistics
Published Date: 7/24/2026
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The FDA updated the meeting details for the Cellular, Tissue, and Gene Therapies Advisory Committee reviewing Capricor, Inc.'s Deramiocel treatment. The meeting now happens on July 29, 2026, with options to join in person or online, and public talks scheduled midday. This change helps everyone stay in the loop about this important cell therapy review without any cost or deadline shifts.
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