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April 7, 2025: Study Design Paper Published for IMPACt-LBP

Rethinking Clinical Trials

The study design paper for IMPACt-LBP has been published online in BMJ Open. Congratulations to the study team on reaching this important milestone for all NIH Collaboratory Trials! IMPACt-LBP is evaluating the effect of first-contact patient referral to physical therapists and doctors of chiropractic for low back pain. The study team is seeking to determine if initial contact with these “primary spine practitioners” will improve physical function and pain, decrease opioid prescripti

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RFK Jr. won’t appear before Senate panel this week

Bio Pharma Dive

HELP committee chair Bill Cassidy, R-La., had invited Kennedy to testify April 10 on the sweeping layoffs of federal health workers Kennedy ordered last month. A hearing could still take place later.

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EC approves AstraZeneca’s Imfinzi combo for NSCLC

Pharmaceutical Technology

The European Commission (EC) has granted approval for AstraZeneca's Imfinzi plus chemotherapy for treating resectable NSCLC in adults.

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Tango Therapeutics cuts nearly one-fifth of staff

Bio Pharma Dive

“We, like so many others, have been forced to take steps to extend our cash runway,” said Tango’s CEO, citing the “extremely challenging financial markets.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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What’s the Latest Research in Weight Loss Medications Telling Us?

XTalks

Optum Life Sciences expert provides insights on the latest trends. GLP-1s continue to dominate the rapidly evolving treatment landscape for patients who are obese and overweight. For manufacturers developing GLP-1s or in the market, its invaluable to understand the nuances of how real-world evidence (RWE) can be harnessed to demonstrate the clinical and economic value of weight loss medications.

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GSK targets neurodegenerative diseases with latest licensing deal

Bio Pharma Dive

The pharma giant is wagering potentially billions of dollars on technology from ABL Bio that’s designed to get drugs across the blood-brain barrier.

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Obesity drug data helps Rhythm defy market slide

Bio Pharma Dive

Study results in a rare form of obesity could help the company expand use of Imcivree, which is approved for two genetically driven forms of excess weight.

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Rhythm seeks market expansion for Imcivree following Phase III victory

Pharmaceutical Technology

Rhythm's Imcivree has shown benefit in a Phase III trial in patients with acquired hypothalamic obesity, leading to 19.8% weight loss.

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The Ultimate Guide to CDMO Pricing

Drug Patent Watch

"Unlocking the Secrets of CDMO Pricing: A Game-Changer for Life Sciences As a seasoned professional in the life sciences industry, I've seen firsthand the impact of Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) pricing on the bottom line. But with so many variables at play, it can be daunting to navigate the complex world of CDMO pricing.

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AD/PD 2025: First real-world data report for Leqembi focuses on operational challenges

Pharmaceutical Technology

Following the launch of the first disease-modifying therapies for Alzheimers disease, a key theme at the AD/PD 2025 International Conference on Alzheimers and Parkinsons Diseases has (AD/PD) been on their real-world use.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Velocity and Merck are Collaborating to Enhance Trial Data Exchange and Insights

Velocity Clinical Research

Velocity is collaborating with Merck to enhance the way trial insights are shared within Merck and across Velocity sites worldwide. Through fast-response data exchange, weve developed the Velocity Insight Platform (VIP), a dynamic dashboard that provides actionable metrics to optimize site activities. A huge thank you to the data team at Merck for their dedication to this groundbreaking project.

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China’s NMPA authorises Santen’s glaucoma treatment application

Pharmaceutical Technology

Chinas NMPA has granted approval for the marketing authorisation application of Santen Pharmaceutical's Tapcom.

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The Foundations of AI Success: A Conversation from Adobe Summit

Intouch Solutions

Not surprising: Adobe Summit 2025 was all about AI, and full of the shine and flash you might expect of a conference in Las Vegas. Perhaps surprising, though, at least to outsiders: Conversation at this years Adobe Summit was largely about whats NOT shiny and flashy about AI: Not the potential, but the necessary work to unlock that potential, which most companies across all industries still havent done.

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ABL Bio and GSK link on neurodegenerative conditions

Pharmaceutical Technology

ABL Bio has announced a global licensing agreement with GSK, allowing the latter to develop medicines for neurodegenerative conditions.

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Optimizing Clinical Supply Strategy: Navigating Challenges & Finding Your Ideal Model

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SMC approves bimekizumab for hidradenitis suppurativa treatment

Pharma Times

The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) has approved bimekizumab for adults with active moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) who have not responded to conventional systemic therapies. This approval makes Scotland the first country in the UK to offer bimekizumab for HS patients. HS is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting 0.77% of the UK population.

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Obesity drugs won’t be covered by Medicare under 2026 CMS policy

Pharmaceutical Technology

The CMS has opted not to move forward with a plan that would have extended Medicare coverage to obesity drugs for millions of Americans.

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Endlyz Therapeutics emerges with pipeline for Parkinson’s disease

Pharma Times

Research targets lysosomal function restoration for neurodegeneration

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Roche preps phase 3 for 'Brainshuttle' Alzheimer's drug

pharmaphorum

Buoyed by data from a phase 1b/2a trial, Roche has said it plans to start a phase 3 programme for an Alzheimer's drug from its Brainshuttle programme.

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The New Age of Decentralized Clinical Trials

White paper that delves into the complex topic of Decentralized Clinical Trials and how to master them within the confines of FDA Regulations

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Hubs East 2025: How Various Programs Affect Patient Care and Health Equity

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In the second part of her video interview with Pharma Commerce Editor Nicholas Saraceno, Kimberly Westrich, chief strategy officer at the National Pharmaceutical Council, describes how accumulators, maximizers, and AFPs are impacting patients, manufacturers, and healthcare ecosystems, and how that all ties into the presentation she participated in.

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GSK makes fresh neuroscience foray with £2bn+ ABL deal

pharmaphorum

Neuroscience isn't listed as one of the top R&D priorities at GSK, but a new alliance with ABL Bio adds to the sense that its focus may be shifting.

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Pharma Pulse 4/7/25: Advancements for Future Pandemic Preparedness and Supply Chain Stability, Microbial Preservation Supports Quality and Safety in Compounding Pharmacies & more

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The latest news for pharma industry insiders.

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Epsilogen buys rival cancer antibody firm TigaTx

pharmaphorum

Epsilogen has bought TigaTx, pooling their resources to create what it says will be a leader in 'pan-isotope' cancer antibodies

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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Boehringer Ingelheim Opens $31.5 Million Oncology Antibody-Drug Conjugate Facility in Switzerland

Pharmaceutical Commerce

New facility is expected to serve as a global hub for accelerating the development of next-generation antibody-drug conjugates for the treatment of cancer.

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Changing Faces - Pharma and Biotech Hires - March 2025

pharmaphorum

Changing Faces - Pharma and Biotech Hires - March 2025 Jonah.

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Breaking Barriers in Solid Tumor Research: Precision Medicine & Strategic Operations

Worldwide Clinical Trials

Solid tumors present a significant challenge to clinical research due to their complex and heterogeneous nature. However, the emergence of precision medicine is revolutionizing the way we approach these tumors, offering new hope and innovative solutions. Have you optimized your trial designs to employ precision medicine approaches for your novel solid tumor intervention?

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Type 1 diabetes: The importance of early screening and diagnosis

pharmaphorum

Early screening and diagnosis are crucial in managing Type 1 diabetes. Learn about the importance of early detection and how GLP-1s can play a role in both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes management.

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The New Age of Decentralized Clinical Trials

This new white paper defines and details the impact of Decentralized Clinical Trials on the Pharmaceutical industry and how the impact can be measured along with steps companies can take to ensure adoption.

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FDA Layoffs: Bird Flu Response in Jeopardy

XTalks

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), as reported by Reuters , the FDA layoffs initiated last week included personnel directly involved in avian influenza monitoring and response efforts. Many employees found out about the layoffs after trying to enter office buildings on Tuesday, April 1, and being denied access. A Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) employee said the FDA let go almost all of the administrative staff.

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RFK Jr shifts stance on MMR vaccine amid measles deaths

Pharmaceutical Technology

RFK Jr supported the MMR vaccines efficacy in preventing measles, but also shared unproven treatment strategies.

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Does Added Protein Really Enhance The Nutrition of Your Food?

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

We don’t all need extra protein in our diet. (OKrasyuk/Getty Images) Protein intake dominates fitness advice. Whether you want to build muscle, improve your fitness or watch your weight, the common advice handed out by everyone from fitness influencers to doctors is that we need more protein.

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Exploring Traffic Drivers To Your Website

Pharma Marketing Network

How do pharma brands cut through the noise and bring the right audiences to their digital doorstep? As digital channels continue to expand, identifying and optimizing the best traffic drivers has become more critical than ever for pharma marketing teams. In this article, well unpack the most effective sources of website traffic in 2025from organic search to paid campaignsand explore how marketing leaders can turn clicks into meaningful engagement.

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Unlocking Excellence: How Catalent Is Transforming Japan’s Clinical Research

Planning on running clinical trials in Japan? How can you reliably supply these studies? Discover Catalent’s clinical supply packaging facility in Shiga, Japan. Strategically located between Tokyo and Osaka, and one of largest in Japan, this 6,000 square meter facility offers comprehensive services including primary and secondary clinical packaging and labelling, comparator sourcing, cold chain storage, local and global distribution, local language support and white glove service to support stud