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GSK and Wave Life Sciences partner to develop oligonucleotide therapeutics

Pharmaceutical Technology

GSK has entered a strategic partnership with Wave Life Sciences to progress the discovery and development of oligonucleotide therapies for new genetic targets. The alliance will merge the PRISM oligonucleotide platform of Wave and the capabilities of GSK in genetics and genomics.

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Abu Dhabi DoH signs new deal to accelerate development in life sciences

Pharmaceutical Technology

The Abu Dhabi Department of Health (DoH) in the UAE has made a declaration of collaboration with Mass General Brigham’s (MGB) International Center for Genetic Disease (iCGD) to advance life sciences.

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Forge Biologics joins BGTC for new AAV gene therapies development

Pharmaceutical Technology

Forge Biologics has joined the public-private collaboration, the Bespoke Gene Therapy Consortium (BGTC), to expedite the development and manufacture of new AAV [adeno-associated virus] gene therapies to treat patients with rare diseases. Shilling was appointed to represent the company on the steering committee of the BGTC.

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Forge Biologics and Labcorp partner for gene therapies development

Pharmaceutical Technology

Forge Biologics and global life sciences company Labcorp have announced a strategic adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapy development and manufacturing collaboration. This will improve accessibility to services for AAV-mediated gene therapy programmes.

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Neurocrine Biosciences’ Crenessity Approved as First New Treatment in Decades for Rare Genetic Disorder CAH

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CAH is a group of rare genetic disorders affecting the adrenal glands, which produce essential hormones like cortisol, aldosterone and androgens. While manageable, the condition requires lifelong treatment and monitoring to prevent complications and ensure healthy development.

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Alkeus raises funds to launch Stargardt disease therapy gildeuretinol

Pharmaceutical Technology

Alkeus Pharmaceuticals has raised $150m in Series B financing to support the registration and launch of gildeuretinol (ALK-001) to treat Stargardt disease, a genetic cause of blindness in children and young adults. The genetic cause is well characterised, but to date there is no effective treatment.

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Life Science Trends to Look Out for in 2024

XTalks

As we step into 2024, the life sciences continue to evolve at an unprecedented pace, driven by technological innovation, a deeper understanding of human biology and the application of new technologies in areas like drug development and health wearables.