Eli Lilly expands Gate Bioscience deal, potential value above $870 million
Oct 5, 2026, 10:27 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Gate Bioscience expanded its research and licensing agreement with Eli Lilly to develop treatments targeting disease-causing proteins, potentially worth more than $870 million. The collaboration could broaden Lilly’s protein-targeting portfolio and create milestone and royalty upside if development advances. Near-term upside hinges on milestones and ongoing program progress within Lilly’s broader pipeline.
Gate Bioscience expands research/licensing deal with Eli Lilly.
Deal valued at over $870 million in potential milestone/royalty structure.
Focus on disease-causing proteins broadens Lilly's protein-targeting programs.
Announcement made Monday; upfront terms not disclosed.
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