Advancing cell therapy for a healthier future

Leveraging Alloy Therapeutics best-in-class iPSC platform, we are transforming CAR-T with superior potency, scalability, efficiency, and innovative model to make groundbreaking treatments accessible to all.
About Us

Pioneering the future of cell therapy with breakthrough science

We are redefining cell therapy with a best-in-class iPSC platform, enabling superior potency, scalability, and accessibility. Our groundbreaking approach accelerates CAR-T and NK therapies from discovery to clinic—making life-changing treatments available to all.

Platform​

Cutting-edge innovation​​

We have in-licensed Alloy Therapeutics iCAR-T/NK platform, co-developed by Takeda with CiRA and Nobel Laureate Prof. Shinya Yamanaka. Our IP suite includes CRISPR, CAR, and CMC technologies, equipping us to drive next-generation cell therapies forward.

Product​

Potency and scalability​​

Our first-in-class Allo CAR-T consistently outperforms Auto CAR-T, leveraging a Tcm phenotype for log-order expansion superiority. With a mature CMC, we are scaled up for Phase 1-2, targeting first-in-human trials in mid-2026

Strategy​

Accelerating global access

7×8 Biosciences integrates cutting-edge technologies to develop transformative cell therapies. Our cash-efficient model accelerates programs from discovery through Phase 1-2 manufacturing, with continued enablement for Phase 3—bridging innovation and clinical impact to bring life-saving treatments to more patients, faster

Mission

Collaborate to Overcome Solid Tumor

Our cost efficient integration model

Efficiently develop diverse iCAR-T cells that achieve clinical proof of efficacy.

Our starting point

7×8 Bio starts with iPSC-derived T-cell CMC development—a plug-and-play cell line.

Conventional Base Camp

Most companies start their journey in cell therapy by assembling essential tools.

Science

First iPSC to surpass Auto CAR-T in potency

Alloy’s iCAR-T platform delivers stronger, more durable T-cells with a scalable, cost-efficient manufacturing process. Our breakthrough approach enhances potency, expansion, and cryopreservation, setting a new standard in CAR-T therapy.

Enhancing efficacy

By inducing a central memory phenotype, our engineered cells achieve long-term self-renewal and persistence, maintaining their functionality over time. This innovation prevents exhaustion and ensures sustained therapeutic effects, enhancing the durability and effectiveness of CAR-T treatments.

Our engineered cells exhibit a significant enhancement in expansion while maintaining full functionality. Unlike conventional CAR-T cells, which often experience exhaustion, our approach supports long-lasting immune responses with sustained efficacy. This improved proliferative capacity enhances durability in vivo, offering a more robust and reliable therapeutic solution without compromising cell fitness.

Our engineered T cells retain high functionality post-thaw, ensuring off-the-shelf availability and consistent therapeutic efficacy.

Partnerships

Scientific collaboration to drive innovation

Takeda’s partnership with Alloy Therapeutics validates our best-in-class iPSC platform, setting a new standard for CAR-T and NK therapies. Developed with CiRA and Nobel Laureate Prof. Shinya Yamanaka, our technology is built for superior potency, scalability, and accessibility. Join us in accelerating the next generation of cell therapies—driven by innovation and endorsed by industry leaders. Read more about the Alloy Therapeutics and Takeda collaboration.

Our Team

Meet the visionaries driving our innovative research

Leadership

Michael Kalos

Scientific Co-Founder

Veteran Cell Tx Executive
Co-inventor of Kymriah
Orange Grove Bio, Arsenal Bio,
Janssen, Eli Lilly,
Univ Penn., Carl June Labs,
City of Hope

Victor Stone

Interim CEO

Investor, Builder
Platforms, Therapeutics, 
GP of 82VS Seed Fund, 
Takeda Ventures
Cell and Gene Executive, Axcelead Founder

Takehiro Okumura

GM and Head of Quality

Cell Therapy Shonan, Tech Advisory Board, Parenteral Drug Assoc., Advanced Therapies, 
Medicinal Products

Tetsuji Hayashi

Head of CMC/MFG

Multi modality CMC,
Veteran in Cell Tx,
Tech Ops Lead,
Process Development iCAR-T

Seiya Takahashi

Chief Operating Officer

Business Science, Hybrid Professional, Venture Partner at Hike Ventures,
Arthur D Little, Astellas, CiRA

Masahiro Yamagiwa​

Chief Financial Officer

Veteran Start-up Professional, 
Admin and Finance, 
Yahoo! Japan, 
Sumitomo Bank, 
Stanford GSB, Keio Econ

Scientific Advisors

Shin Kaneko

Scientific Collaborator

Scientific Collaborator
Kyoto University, CFA
Shinobi Therapeutics

Yoshiaki Kassai

Scientific Collaborator

Takeda Pharma Industries
Head, Global Adi Platform

Koji Tamada

GM and Head of Quality

Yamaguchi University
Inai Immune Bio

Toshihiko Doi

Scientific Advisor

National Cancer Center of Japan, East Hospital

Yasutoshi Kuboki

Clinical Collaborator

National Cancer Center of Japan, East Hospital

Naoko Takeba

Clinical Advisor

Stephenson Cancer Center Head of Solid Tumors

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We are redefining cell therapy with a best-in-class iPSC platform, enabling superior potency, scalability, and accessibility.