Derived from Strategic Transactions, Informa’s premium source for tracking life-sciences deals, the bi-monthly Pacts In Medtech column pulls up notable technology alliances, R&D partnerships and commercial collaborations. In this edition, we highlight industry pacts that were sealed in March and April 2017.

Derived from Strategic Transactions, Informa’s premium source for tracking life sciences deal activity, the Dealmaking column is a survey of recent health care transactions listed by relevant industry segment – In Vitro Diagnostics, Medical Devices, and Pharmaceuticals – and then categorized by type – Acquisition, Alliance, or Financing. This month’s column covers deals announced in March 2017.

BioLineRx buys Agalimmune and its alpha Gal candidate for melanoma and possibly other oncology indications. Japan's Ono signs an R&D agreement with Switzerland's Numab, while Boston biotechs Vedantra and Neon will collaborate on potential cancer vaccines.