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Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Schedule of Derivative Assets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Sep. 30, 2025 | Dec. 31, 2024
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Derivative [Line Items] |  |
Total noncurrent derivative assets | $ 9,351 | $ 10,583
Primrose mRNA |  |
Derivative [Line Items] |  |
Total noncurrent derivative assets | 0 | 3,451
Partner Programs | Agenus Bot/Bal |  |
Derivative [Line Items] |  |
Total noncurrent derivative assets | 0 | 6,326
Agenus Warrant | Agenus Bot/Bal |  |
Derivative [Line Items] |  |
Total noncurrent derivative assets | 1,282 | 806
Castle Creek Warrant |  |
Derivative [Line Items] |  |
Total noncurrent derivative assets | 5,242 | 0
Orchestra Warrant |  |
Derivative [Line Items] |  |
Total noncurrent derivative assets | 2,112 | 0
Arecor Warrant |  |
Derivative [Line Items] |  |
Total noncurrent derivative assets | $ 715 | $ 0

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