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Lyell Immunopharma

Lyell Immunopharma is a clinical-stage company advancing next-generation CAR T-cell product candidates for patients with cancer.

Last updated September 1, 2026

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Overview

Lyell Immunopharma is a clinical-stage company advancing next-generation CAR T-cell product candidates for patients with cancer. The company is building an industry-leading pipeline based on deep understanding of T-cell biology and its interaction with cancer. It owns and operates the LyFE Manufacturing Center in Bothell, Washington, capable of manufacturing more than 1,200 patient CAR T-cell products a year at full capacity. The company was founded by cell therapy pioneers, and its leadership team includes industry veterans.

History

Lyell Immunopharma is a clinical-stage company advancing next-generation CAR T-cell product candidates for patients with cancer. The company is building an industry-leading pipeline based on deep understanding of T-cell biology and its interaction with cancer. It owns and operates the LyFE Manufacturing Center in Bothell, Washington, capable of manufacturing more than 1,200 patient CAR T-cell products a year at full capacity. The company was founded by cell therapy pioneers, and its leadership team includes industry veterans.

Recent events

  • Lyell appoints Richard Sherry as senior vice president[5]

    Reported:

    Lyell Immunopharma announced Richard Sherry's appointment as Senior Vice President, TIL Specialist and Clinical Lead.

  • Sonoma Biotherapeutics raises $40 million in Series A funding[6]

    Reported:

    Sonoma Biotherapeutics launched with $40 million in Series A financing from an investor syndicate that included Lyell Immunopharma, ARCH Venture Partners, Milky Way Ventures and 8VC.

  • Sonoma Biotherapeutics and Lyell Immunopharma enter strategic partnership[6]

    Reported:

    Sonoma Biotherapeutics entered into a strategic partnership with Lyell Immunopharma, providing both parties access to technologies and know-how to enhance cell therapies in their respective areas of focus.

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