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Moderna banks on OpenAI to accelerate mRNA research 

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In an ambitious move, Moderna has teamed up with OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company behind ChatGPT, to further integrate generative AI (GenAI) across its mRNA drug development and manufacturing operations.

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Pfizer hemophilia gene therapy arrives in US to uncertain future

Bio Pharma Dive

The Food and Drug Administration approval of Beqvez comes as other gene therapies for the bleeding condition that were approved earlier struggle to gain traction.

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Gilead writes $2.4B off Trodelvy as CEO underscores ‘time of focused execution’

Fierce Pharma

After a negative phase 3 readout, Gilead Sciences is taking a $2.4 billion impairment charge on Trodelvy, which serves as the cornerstone of the company’s solid tumor ambition. | After a negative phase 3 readout, Gilead Sciences is taking a $2.4 billion impairment charge on the antibody-drug conjugate Trodelvy. With a busy year ahead across therapeutic areas, CEO Dan O'Day emphasized a "time of focused execution.

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AbbVie tries to reassure investors on Humira biosimilar threat

Bio Pharma Dive

Prescription volume erosion is tracking with company forecasts, executives claimed, even as more insurers could exclude the branded drug.

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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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Pfizer scores FDA nod for hemophilia B gene therapy, will charge $3.5M per dose

Fierce Pharma

Ten years after dipping its toes into the gene therapy pool in a licensing deal with Spark Therapeutics, Pfizer has gained FDA approval for the acquired treatment. | Ten years after dipping its toe into the gene therapy pool in a licensing deal with Spark Therapeutics, Pfizer has gained an FDA approval for the acquired treatment. The U.S. regulator has endorsed Beqvez for adults with the bleeding disorder hemophilia B.

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Cerevance raises $47m to fund Phase III trial for lead Parkinson’s therapy

Pharmaceutical Technology

The Series B extension proceeds will fund Phase III trial for Cerevance’s lead CNS therapy, CVN424, in patients with Parkinson’s disease.

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Top 20 biopharma kick off 9.6% market cap surge in Q1 2024 amid Medicare price talks

Pharmaceutical Technology

The top 20 biopharmaceutical companies witnessed a promising first quarter (Q1) this year amid ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties, fluctuating interest rates, and evolving Medicare drug price negotiations.

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Two RNA-binding proteins could contribute to cancer therapy development

Pharma Times

The paper identifies the roles of LARP4A and LARP4B in sarcoma and carcinoma cancers

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The privileged status of orphan medicines in Germany

Pharmaceutical Technology

In Germany, new measures have come into effect as part of the GKV-FinStG Act in 2022 that put into question this market’s desirability for orphan drug developers.

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AbbVie's Skyrizi proves a worthy Humira successor with nearly matching sales ahead of potential UC nod

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AbbVie’s immunology heirs Skyrizi and Rinvoq are proving booming growth to make up for once-king Humira’s continuous sales slide. | As Humira continues its sales free fall, newer Skyrizi is proving a worthy successor with nearly matching sales ahead of an upcoming FDA decision in ulcerative colitis.

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

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Pioneer Institute study finds IRA discourages non-opioid drug innovation

Pharmaceutical Technology

The IRA adds another hurdle to an already challenging research landscape, according to a study from the Pioneer Institute.

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Owlstone secures $6.5M for breath-based diagnostics for infectious disease

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Owlstone Medical has secured a $5 million equity investment and initial $1.5 million grant funding, committed by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, for development of breath-based diagnostic solutions to improve outcomes in the developing world.

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Multiply Labs and GenScript partner on cell isolation automation

Pharmaceutical Technology

Robotics company Multiply Labs has partnered with global life-sciences service provider GenScript Biotech to automate the cell isolation phase in cell therapy manufacturing.

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Scientists reveal new method that could reduce waste from drug manufacturing

Pharma Times

The new method could help to prevent severe side effects caused by enantiomer drugs

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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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Merck’s net income for Q1 2024 increases by 69% to $4.76bn

Pharmaceutical Technology

Merck has reported a significant increase in net income attributable to shareholders, reaching $4.76bn in Q1 2024, a 69% rise from $2.82bn in the same period last year.

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GSK pulls Pfizer and BioNTech into another vaccine patent lawsuit, this time surrounding the partners' mRNA-based COVID shots

Fierce Pharma

GSK pulls Pfizer and BioNTech into another vaccine patent lawsuit, this time surrounding the partners' mRNA-based COVID shots fkansteiner Fri, 04/26/2024 - 10:07

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AstraZeneca posts $2.18bn profit after tax in Q1 2024

Pharmaceutical Technology

AstraZeneca has reported profit after tax of $2.18bn for the first quarter (Q1) of 2024, a notable rise from $1.80bn reported in the same period last year.

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ETH develops AI algorithm for drug discovery based on 3D protein surface

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Chemists at ETH Zurich have developed a new computer process that enables the generation of active pharmaceutical ingredients at speed, based on a protein’s three-dimensional surface.

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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Regeneron and Mammoth team up to develop gene editing therapies

Pharmaceutical Technology

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has collaborated with Mammoth Biosciences to develop in vivo clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR)-based gene editing therapies.

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Pharma Pulse 4/26/24: Amazon Introduces Custom AI Capabilities, Crafting Culturally Sensitive Messages to Reach Diverse Audience & more

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The latest news for pharma industry insiders.

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Reuters Pharma USA 2024 – Meruno Perugini

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Merino Perugini from Nestlé Health Science sat down for an exclusive interview with Jonah Comstock from Reuters Pharma USA to discuss the company's latest innovations and successes in the healthcare industry. Get insights into their strategies and future plans.

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Breaking Down Barriers: Helping Patients Get Therapies Quickly

Drug Channels

Today’s guest post comes from Kevin Kettler, President of CoverMyMeds. Kevin asks: What if there were no barriers across the therapy access and reimbursement process? In his view, eliminating barriers requires a combination of expert insight, actionable data, and simplification of the providers' experiences. Click here to learn more about CoverMyMeds’ comprehensive technology solutions.

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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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Unlocking Synergies: LGM Pharma's strategic approach to sourcing and growth in India

Outsourcing Pharma

In an extensive and enlightening chat with Prasad Rajeev, the CEO of LGM Pharma, OSP gained profound insights into the company's trajectory within the pharmaceutical industry.

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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in South Africa?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the drugs with the most patents in South Africa.

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AbbVie's Rinvoq conquers Regeneron and Sanofi's Dupixent in eczema trial—again

Fierce Pharma

For the second time in four years, AbbVie’s Rinvoq (upadacitinib) has shown superior efficacy to Regeneron and Sanofi’s powerhouse Dupixent (dupilumab) in a head-to-head study in patients with atop | For the second time in four years, AbbVie’s Rinvoq (upadacitinib) has shown better skin clearance than Regeneron and Sanofi’s powerhouse Dupixent (dupilumab) in a head-to-head study in patients with atopic dermatitis (AD).

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New patent for Purdue Pharma drug OXYCONTIN

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for OXYCONTIN Oxycontin is a drug marketed by Purdue Pharma Lp and is included in one NDA. It is available from three suppliers.

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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

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Examining Drug Shortages Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Pharmaceutical Commerce

There is no doubt that drug shortages are a detriment to the pharma supply chain, but how commonplace were they during the COVID era?

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New patent for Astellas drug XOSPATA

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for XOSPATA Xospata is a drug marketed by Astellas and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier.

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Deep Dive: Market Access 2024

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Gain insights into market access strategies for 2024 with a deep dive featuring perspectives from industry leaders such as Alexion, Putnam, Inizio Advisory, and insights from Reuters Pharma US.

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New patent for Exeltis Usa drug SLYND

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for SLYND Slynd is a drug marketed by Exeltis Usa Inc and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier.

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How Machine Learning Drives Clinical Trial Efficiency

Clinical trial data management is increasingly challenging as studies grow in complexity. Quickly accessing and analyzing study data is vital for assessing trial progress and patient safety. In this paper, we explore real-time data access and analysis for proactive study management. We investigate using adverse event (AE) data to monitor safety and discuss a clinical analytics platform that supports collaboration and data review workflows.