Arming the Immune System to Kill Cancer

Our “off the shelf” stem cells deliver a viral payload that first kills cancer cells locally, and then supercharges the immune system to fight metastatic disease.

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We are developing a new generation of targeted immunotherapies that  attack solid tumors, and then teach the immune system to hunt down cancer cells elsewhere in the body.

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Where does the “Calidi” name come from?

The Calidi name is derived from the spanish “caliente” meaning heat, which signifies that Calidi’s cancer treatment transforms immunologically “cold” tumors, which the immune system is unaware of,  becoming “hot” following Calidi’s treatment. The immune system is thus engaged, and attacks the primary tumor and also distant metastases.

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Pioneering the Future

Calidi Biotherapeutics and City of Hope announce first patients dosed in a Phase 1 clinical trial, funded by the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine (CIRM), evaluating neural stem cells engineered to carry an oncolytic virus, CLD-101, in recurrent high-grade glioma patients.
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In the Pipeline: Next-Generation Therapies

Explore Calidi Biotherapeutics' robust and evolving lineup of innovative immunotherapies, each designed with precision and a vision for a healthier future.

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Meet the Visionaries Behind Calidi

Get to know the dedicated team at Calidi Biotherapeutics. A blend of experts and innovators, each member plays a pivotal role in our mission to redefine cancer treatment.

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Dive into the latest updates, research findings, and announcements from Calidi Biotherapeutics. Stay informed about our strides in the world of immunotherapy.

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Calidi Biotherapeutics Announces IL15 Superagonist as First Payload to be Delivered by Systemic Antitumor Virotherapy  Platform at AACR Annual Meeting

SAN DIEGO, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calidi Biotherapeutics Inc. (NYSE American: CLDI) (“Calidi”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a new generation of targeted antitumor virotherapies, today announced the selection of IL15 superagonist (Il15-IL15Ra) as the first payload to be delivered into tumors using its systemic antitumor virotherapy platform, RTNova. New preclinical data were presented at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting on April 27, 2025, in Chicago, IL.

April 28, 2025
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Calidi Biotherapeutics Reports Inducement Grant Under NYSE American LLC Company Guide Section 711

SAN DIEGO, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calidi Biotherapeutics Inc. (NYSE American: CLDI) (“Calidi”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a new generation of targeted antitumor virotherapies, today announced that in connection with the appointment of Eric Poma, Ph.D. as Chief Executive Officer , the Company’s Compensation Committee and the Board of Directors has approved the grant of an inducement non-qualified stock option for Dr. Poma for the purchase of 726,412 shares with an exercise price of $0.469, which was the closing price of the Company’s common stock on April 22, 2025, the date of grant (the “Stock Options”).

April 25, 2025
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Calidi Biotherapeutics Announces Chief Executive Officer Transition and Appointment of Eric Poma, Ph.D. as CEO and Director

SAN DIEGO, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calidi Biotherapeutics Inc. (NYSE American: CLDI) (“Calidi”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a new generation of targeted antitumor virotherapies, today announced the succession of its Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”), Allan Camaisa, to Eric Poma, Ph.D., who was appointed as CEO and member of the Board of Directors of Calidi (“Board”), effective April 22, 2025. Mr. Camaisa will continue to serve as a member of the Board.

April 23, 2025
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