Exelixis and Arcus Biosciences Announce Clinical Trial Collaboration to Evaluate Zanzalintinib in Combination with AB521 in Patients with Advanced RCC
“We are excited to learn more about the potential effects of zanzalintinib plus Arcus’ HIF-2⍺ inhibitor, as these two molecules approach the inhibition of cancer cell proliferation and tumor angiogenesis from differing angles, and combination therapy may provide better outcomes than either therapy alone,” said Amy Peterson, M.D., Executive Vice President, Product Development & Medical Affairs, and Chief Medical Officer, Exelixis. “We have a long-established commitment to advancing treatment options in kidney cancer, and we are eager to maximize the potential of zanzalintinib through this collaboration with Arcus and look forward to advancing the combination in the clinic.”
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