Non-small cell lung cancer: the global clinical trials landscape 2024
Pharmaceutical Technology
JULY 16, 2024
Accounting for around 85% of lung cancer cases worldwide, non-small cell lung cancer is a key research area for clinical trials in 2024.
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Does Walking to Work Burn The Same Calories as Running? Here’s The Science.
AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog
JULY 16, 2024
It’s Monday morning, the alarm goes off and it’s already 7:30 a.m. – and you’re 30 minutes late. Normally you need 45 minutes to walk the 3 kilometres to work, but this morning you’ll be running for 20 minutes.
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AstraZeneca completes Amolyt Pharma acquisition
Pharmaceutical Technology
JULY 16, 2024
AstraZeneca has closed the acquisition of Amolyt Pharma, a company specialising in treatments for rare endocrine diseases.
Vertex sues US over limits on providing fertility services to Casgevy patients
Bio Pharma Dive
JULY 16, 2024
In the suit, Vertex argues HHS’ stance forces a “Hobson’s choice” on people with sickle cell seeking to undergo the potentially curative treatment.
July 16, 2024: OS-PCORTF Report Focuses on Building Data Capacity for Patient-Centered Outcomes Research
Rethinking Clinical Trials
JULY 16, 2024
A recent report from the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation in the US Department of Health and Human Services outlines 36 projects funded by the Office of the Secretary Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Trust Fund (OS-PCORTF). OS-PCORTF was created to build national data capacity and infrastructure and leverage existing clinical data and federal data for patient-centered outcomes research.
Asceneuron raises another $100M for Alzheimer’s drug development
Bio Pharma Dive
JULY 16, 2024
The Merck KGaA spinout has a tau-regulating medicine it claims could be an “ideal therapy” for Alzheimer’s. The pitch has intrigued both healthcare investors and pharma venture arms.
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Sionna revives AbbVie’s cystic fibrosis drugs, eyeing a shot at Vertex
Bio Pharma Dive
JULY 16, 2024
The well-funded startup says drugs AbbVie abandoned last year could form a combination regimen with “superior efficacy” to Vertex’s market-leading medicines.
Rising heart issues warrant urgent need for proactive heart health monitoring: Dr Manoj Durairaj
AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog
JULY 16, 2024
There is an urgent need for proactive heart health monitoring as cardiovascular issues continue to surge globally and India is no exception, cautions Dr. Manoj Durairaj, heart transplant surgeon, president of the Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons, and director of Marian Cardiac Centre and Research Foundation in Pune, Maharashtra.
Vertex taps Orum to hunt for better ‘preconditioning’ drugs
Bio Pharma Dive
JULY 16, 2024
The deal gives Vertex rights to use Orum’s ADC-like technology to discover gentler preparatory regimens for patients receiving intensive treatments like Casgevy.
SOTIO partners with Biocytogen to expand ADC oncology pipeline
Pharmaceutical Technology
JULY 16, 2024
SOTIO will pay up to $325.5m in upfront and milestone payments for developing multiple bispecific antibody drug conjugates (ADCs).
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Cardurion raises another $260M to fuel heart drug pipeline
Bio Pharma Dive
JULY 16, 2024
The financing, which ranks as one of the year’s larger private rounds, will help the startup advance a pair of drugs and potentially acquire other medicines.
Asceneuron gains $100m for neurodegenerative therapeutics
Pharmaceutical Technology
JULY 16, 2024
Asceneuron has announced an oversubscribed Series C financing round, securing $100m, for advancing neurodegenerative therapeutics.
J&J, BMS and AstraZeneca strike back in appeals after IRA litigation losses
Fierce Pharma
JULY 16, 2024
Despite a string of high-profile losses this year, at least three major drugmakers continue to fight back against the Medicare price negotiations being rolled out under the Inflation Reduction Act. | Despite a string of high-profile losses this year, at least three major drugmakers continue to fight back against the Medicare price negotiations being rolled out under the Inflation Reduction Act.
Sumitomo Pharma’s DSP-5336 gains FDA fast track for AML
Pharmaceutical Technology
JULY 16, 2024
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted fast track designation to Sumitomo Pharma America’s (SMPA) DSP-5336 for AML.
How Machine Learning Drives Clinical Trial Efficiency
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Navigating Patent Opposition in Drug Patenting: A Comprehensive Guide
Drug Patent Watch
JULY 16, 2024
Introduction Patent oppositions are a crucial tool in the pharmaceutical industry, allowing civil society to challenge the validity of patents […] Source
SII and Oxford University’s malaria vax launched in Côte d’Ivoire
Pharmaceutical Technology
JULY 16, 2024
The R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine, co-developed by SII and the University of Oxford, has been launched in Côte d'Ivoire
IDT's new 25,000 sq. ft. synthetic biology facility doubles production capacity
BioPharma Reporter
JULY 16, 2024
Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is doubling down on its commitment to innovation with the launch of a new 25,000-square-foot synthetic biology facility in Coralville, Iowa.
German CDMO outlays $980m on GLP-1 manufacturing expansion
Pharmaceutical Technology
JULY 16, 2024
As the EU anticipates GLP-1RA shortages throughout 2024, Corden Pharma has pledged $980m to increase manufacturing capacity.
What the FDA's New Dosage Guidance Means for the Future of Clinical Research
Speaker: Dr. Ben Locwin - Biopharmaceutical Executive & Healthcare Futurist
What will the future hold for clinical research? A recent draft from the FDA provides valuable insight. In "Optimizing the Dosage of Human Prescription Drugs and Biological Products for the Treatment of Oncologic Diseases," the FDA notes that "targeted therapies demonstrate different dose-response relationships compared to cytotoxic chemotherapy, such that doses below the Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) may have similar efficacy to the MTD but with fewer toxicities.
Study finds Parkinson’s disease SLT more effective than one used in NHS
Pharma Times
JULY 16, 2024
The progressive neurodegenerative condition affects around 153,000 people in the UK
Kyverna wins RMAT designation for stiff-person syndrome for cell therapy candidate
Pharmaceutical Technology
JULY 16, 2024
Kyverna’s CEO Peter Maag said the biotech is “eager to start generating data” from a Phase II trial.
Novo leads $100m financing for Alzheimer's player Asceneuron
pharmaphorum
JULY 16, 2024
Novo Holdings leads $100m financing for Swiss biotech Asceneuron, which is developing an oral tau therapy for Alzheimer's disease
Verona's price for COPD treatment Ohtuvayre will result in restricted access, ICER says
Fierce Pharma
JULY 16, 2024
ICER has issued an access and affordability alert for Verona Pharma’s COPD drug Ohtuvayre. ICER says it is overpriced at an annual rate of $34,500.
2022 Research: The Rapid Rise of Ocean Freight Visibility
Advertiser: FourKites
A research study conducted by The Journal of Commerce and FourKites surveyed hundreds of international shippers, exploring how their usage of global supply chain visibility technology has evolved since the onset of global disruptions caused by COVID-19. For international shippers, ocean freight visibility has evolved from optional to essential and satisfaction with visibility varies greatly depending on how it is obtained and delivered.
How the pandemic exposed faulty links in the supply chain
pharmaphorum
JULY 16, 2024
The pandemic has exposed vulnerabilities in global supply chains, particularly in the healthcare sector, concerning the production and distribution of essential medical supplies, such as antibiotics and other medications. Learn more about the impact and potential solutions.
Johnson & Johnson proposes $505M settlement with bankrupt talc miners
Fierce Pharma
JULY 16, 2024
As Johnson & Johnson continues to attempt to Texas two-step its way around thousands of claims that its popular talcum powder-based products caused cancer, the drugmaker is putting up hundreds | As Johnson & Johson continues to attempt to Texas two-step its way around thousands of claims that its popular talcum powder-based products caused cancer, the drugmaker is putting up hundreds of millions of dollars to settle a longstanding dispute with a clutch of suppliers.
Artiva announces terms for its second IPO attempt
pharmaphorum
JULY 16, 2024
Natural killer cell therapy specialist Artiva Biotherapeutics has another go at an IPO, hoping to raise up to $135m
KCL leads first guidelines on immune monitoring for hard-to-treat blood cancer
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JULY 16, 2024
Myelodysplastic syndromes are a group of blood cancers that currently affect more than 7,000 people in the UK
Sobi, angling to become a major hematology player, touts momentum across several brands
Fierce Pharma
JULY 16, 2024
With several launches underway and partnerships driving sales growth, Sobi is gaining momentum in its quest to become a force in hematology. | The Swedish drugmaker reported 13% sales growth in its hematology portfolio, which includes brands such as Doptelet, Vonjo and Apellis-partnered Empaveli (or Aspaveli in Europe, which is one of Sobi's territories).
GLP-1 bonanza spurs big investment at CDMO CordenPharma
pharmaphorum
JULY 16, 2024
CordenPharma has launched a €900 million ($981 million) investment programme to prepare for an expected surge in demand for peptide production capacity – driven by GLP-1 receptor agonists.The three-year plan revolves around parallel programmes in the US and Europe that will include new builds and upgrades and expansion to its existing facilities, according to the German contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO).
Psychedelic drug investments surge in 2024: Key startups raising funds and closing deals
Outsourcing Pharma
JULY 16, 2024
Psychedelic therapeutics have rapidly gained popularity in the pharma industry in a matter of just a few years. Here are five psychedelic drug discovery startups that have received investment this year.
NHS on course to use digital tech to diagnose ADHD
pharmaphorum
JULY 16, 2024
A digital diagnostic for ADHD called QbTest should be used by the NHS as an add-on to standard assessment, says new NICE guidance
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