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BoomRay Enters Exclusive Global License Agreement with Novartis for a Novel Radioligand Therapy Asset

Key Takeaway: BoomRay Pharmaceuticals has signed an exclusive global license agreement with Novartis for a preclinical radioligand therapy asset. The deal could yield up to USD 900 million in payments and royalties, combining BoomRay's innovative capabilities with Novartis's expertise in oncology. This partnership aims to advance the development of new treatment options for patients worldwide.

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  • Exclusive global license agreement with Novartis enhances BoomRay's capabilities.
  • Potential to receive up to USD 900 million in payments and royalties.
  • Collaboration aims to deliver innovative radioligand therapies to patients.
  • Strong validation of BoomRay's discovery and development capabilities.

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Full Press Release Details

SUZHOU, China, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Boomray Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. ("BoomRay"), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering innovative radioligand therapies (RLTs) for precision oncology diagnostics and therapeutics, today announced that it has entered into an exclusive global license agreement with Novartis Pharma AG ("Novartis") for an undisclosed preclinical RLT asset.
The agreement brings together BoomRay's discovery and development capabilities with the global expertise of Novartis in the RLT space, to pursue the goal of delivering meaningful therapeutic benefit to patients worldwide. Under the terms of the agreement, BoomRay will be eligible to receive up to USD 900 million, including an upfront payment as well as development, regulatory, and sales milestone payments. In addition, royalties may be earned on future global net sales.
"We are honored and excited to enter into this agreement with Novartis, a recognized global leader in radioligand therapies, with an exceptional track record in delivering transformative medicines to patients," said Bo Shan, Chief Executive Officer of BoomRay. "This agreement marks a significant milestone for BoomRay and is a strong validation of our discovery and development capabilities. We believe this agreement with Novartis will unlock the full potential of this asset and accelerate its path to patients worldwide."
"Radioligand therapies represent an important frontier in oncology, and at Novartis, we remain focused on driving breakthrough science that can expand their potential for patients," said Shiva Malek, Global Head of Oncology, Biomedical Research at Novartis. "Our agreement with BoomRay complements our growing radioligand therapy portfolio and reflects our strategy of combining external innovation with our cutting-edge research and development capabilities. We look forward to advancing this promising program and helping to bring new treatment options to patients around the world."
BFC Group acted as the financial advisor to BoomRay.

About Boomray Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.

Boomray Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering innovative radioligand therapies (RLTs) for precision oncology diagnostics and therapeutics. Built on deep‑rooted radiopharmaceutical expertise and fully integrated R&D capabilities spanning candidate discovery, radiochemistry, and clinical translation, the company is advancing a proprietary RLT pipeline with First-in-Class or Best-in-Class potential. Backed by a seasoned leadership team and a dedicated scientific team, BoomRay is committed to delivering novel precision radiopharmaceuticals to address critical unmet medical needs in oncology worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www.boomray.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the agreement between BoomRay and Novartis?

BoomRay has entered an exclusive global license agreement with Novartis for a preclinical radioligand therapy asset.

How much could BoomRay earn from this agreement?

BoomRay could receive up to USD 900 million, including upfront and milestone payments.

What is the focus of BoomRay Pharmaceuticals?

BoomRay specializes in innovative radioligand therapies for precision oncology diagnostics and therapeutics.

What are radioligand therapies?

Radioligand therapies are a novel approach in oncology aimed at delivering targeted treatment.

Last updated: Sep 22, 2026