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Vir retreats from infectious disease; Vertex shelves two drugs for AATD

Bio Pharma Dive

The one-time drug developer is pivoting to cancer research. Elsewhere, Neurocrine reported a strong quarter and venBio raised half a billion dollars for biotech investing.

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AbbVie acquires Cerevel Therapeutics for $8.7bn

Pharmaceutical Technology

AbbVie has completed its acquisition of all outstanding shares of Cerevel Therapeutics in a deal valued at $8.7bn.

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First-of-its-kind cell therapy approved by FDA for rare soft tissue cancer

Bio Pharma Dive

Adaptimmune’s Tecelra is the first TCR cell therapy to reach market and, at $727,000, is also the priciest cellular medicine for cancer in the U.S.

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Adaptimmune’s Tecelra gains accelerated approval for synovial sarcoma

Pharmaceutical Technology

The MAGE-A4-targeted genetically modified T cell therapy is indicated for the treatment of synovial sarcoma.

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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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23andMe board rejects CEO Wojcicki’s take-private proposal

Bio Pharma Dive

A special committee of the board said the proposal offers no premium to 23andMe’s stock price and, with a lack of committed financing, is “insufficient.

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Merck buys Mirus Bio to boost viral vector bioprocessing capacity

Pharmaceutical Technology

Merck KGaA has concluded the acquisition of Mirus Bio for €500m ($600m), enhancing its viral vector bioprocessing capabilities.

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Researchers reveal CAR-enhancer therapy could help overcome cancer relapse

Pharma Times

Cancer is estimated to affect more than three million people living in the UK, according to Macmillan Cancer Support

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FDA signs off on Adaptimmune's Tecelra as the first engineered cell therapy for a solid tumor

Fierce Pharma

Adaptimmune has won accelerated FDA approval | Adaptimmune has won accelerated FDA approval for Tecelra (afami-cel), a treatment for metastatic or unresectable synovial sarcoma which becomes the first engineered cell therapy for a solid tumor and the first new treatment in the indication in more than a decade.

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Casgevy: Launch sequence and price analysis of the first marketed CRISPR therapy

Pharmaceutical Technology

In 2023, Casgevy was approved in the US to treat sickle cell disease (SCD), making it the first FDA-approved gene therapy to use CRISPR-based gene editing.

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Study reveals non-statin cholesterol drugs could reduce liver cancer risk

Pharma Times

The third leading cause of cancer mortality accounts for over 700,000 deaths every year

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

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Vir Bio trims staff and pipeline to focus on Sanofi-licensed programmes

Pharmaceutical Technology

The company has fired 25% of staff and discontinued pipeline programs to funnel funds into developing candidates licenced from Sanofi.

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Lilly gets first heart outcomes readout with tirzepatide

pharmaphorum

Eli Lilly's dual GLP-1/GIP agonist tirzepatide has been shown to reduce the risk of worsening disease in people with heart failure and obesity in a phase 3 trial, the first to show a benefit on cardiovascular outcomes with the drug.

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Cellectis starts alemtuzumab revival with FDA orphan drug win in leukaemia

Pharmaceutical Technology

Alemtuzumab, under the brand name Campath, was pulled from the leukaemia market by Sanofi in 2012.

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Building a future-ready digital workforce in pharma

pharmaphorum

Discover how digital transformation is reshaping the pharmaceutical industry and learn how to prepare your workforce for the future with this guide on building a future-ready digital workforce in pharma.

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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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FDA expands GSK’s Jemperli approval for endometrial cancer

Pharmaceutical Technology

GSK announced that Jemperli plus chemotherapy has obtained expanded FDA approval for primary advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer.

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Fierce Pharma Asia—Merck's surprise hiccup in China; Leqembi's slow ramp; Lawmakers' new biosecurity target

Fierce Pharma

Merck is trying to determine the reasons behind the surprise decline of Gardasil in China. Eisai and Biogen's Leqembi was rejected by European authorities amid a continued slow sales ramp. | Merck is trying to determine the reasons behind the surprise decline of Gardasil in China. Eisai and Biogen's Leqembi was rejected by European authorities amid a continued slow sales ramp.

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Sanofi invests $1.4bn in insulin production in Germany

Pharmaceutical Technology

Sanofi has announced a significant investment of €1.3bn ($1.4bn) to expand its insulin production capabilities in Frankfurt, Germany.

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Closed and Collaborative: Mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships in June 2024

pharmaphorum

Explore the latest mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships in June 2024 involving LucidHealth, Syncona, Spur Therapeutics and more. Stay updated on the business collaborations shaping the industry.

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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Rejuvenate and SAS partner to harness AI for age-related diseases

Pharmaceutical Technology

Rejuvenate and SAS will create a tool to simplify the drug development process, used to repurpose drugs for age-related diseases.

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What 'The Next Berlin Patient' and a PrEP’s 100% efficacy mean for HIV drug development

Fierce Pharma

This week on “The Top Line,” we discuss two studies in HIV research that were presented at the 25th International AIDS | This week on “The Top Line,” we dive into two studies in HIV research that were presented at the 25th International AIDS Conference in Germany.

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Otsuka Pharmaceutical to Purchase Jnana Therapeutics

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In deal that has the potential to reach $1.1 billion, Otsuka aims to grow its drug pipeline, specifically in the field of rare and autoimmune diseases.

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FDA clears Adaptimmune T-cell therapy for soft tissue cancer

pharmaphorum

FDA has approved Adaptimmune's Tecelra for synovial sarcoma, the first engineered T-cell therapy for solid tumours

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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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Pharma Pulse 8/2/24: Overcoming Challenges to Drive Digital Customer Engagement, Mental Health Leaves of Absence Continue to Proliferate & more

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The latest news for pharma industry insiders.

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Artificial intelligence: The saviour of the pharmaceutical industry?

pharmaphorum

Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionising the pharmaceutical industry and how it can potentially save time, resources, and lives. Learn more about the impact of AI on pharma and discussions at PING 2024.

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Rejuvenate Biomed and SAS unveil AI tool to accelerate age-related drug development

Outsourcing Pharma

Rejuvenate Biomed and SAS have announced a creative partnership aimed at making big changes to drug discovery through the development of a user-friendly, AI-powered tool.

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GSK bags sought-after Jemperli okay in endometrial cancer

pharmaphorum

FDA clears GSK's Jemperli as first-line therapy for all endometrial cancer patients, seen as key to driving sales above the $1bn threshold

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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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How CDMOs can optimize operations and balance costs ahead of the 2032 BioSecure Act

Outsourcing Pharma

As the BioSecure Act approaches its 2032 implementation, Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) must prepare for significant industry shifts.

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Sonde Health launches voice-based cognitive fitness tracker

pharmaphorum

Sonde Health has made a name for itself with the development of software that can detect illness from the sound of a patient's voice. Now, it has launched a dedicated app for tracking cognitive fitness, which it hopes may be able to spot signs of decline early.The app – Sonde Cognitive Fitness – allows users to monitor brain exertion in real-time by analysing vocal biomarkers using machine learning, an approach that is analogous to the use of fitness trackers to monitor physical and heart health

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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Ireland?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the drugs with the most patents in Ireland. Patents must be filed in each country (or, in some cases regional patent office) where patent protection is desired.

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Revisiting the Importance of Consent in Clinical Research

Cloudbyz

Informed consent is one of the cornerstones of ethical clinical research. We would not be able to advance medicine without consenting participants and patients. The informed consent process educates potential participants about the key elements of a clinical trial before they decide whether to participate. This process ensures that participants are fully aware of the risks, benefits, and their rights within the study.

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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.