The exercising by Janssen Biotech of an option to develop OSE Immunotherapeutics’ Phase II-ready antibody fragment for autoimmune and transplant-associated disorders will give an early boost to the French biotech that only completed a merger several weeks ago.

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, Pharmaceuticals, and Research/Analytical Tools – and then categorized by type – Acquisition, Alliance, or Financing. This month’s column covers deals announced in September 2015.