Wed.Dec 13, 2023

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Final obstacles in front of Pfizer, Seagen merger fall

pharmaphorum

Final obstacles in front of Pfizer, Seagen merger fall Phil.

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Pfizer to deepen cost cuts as latest sales forecasts miss expectations

Bio Pharma Dive

The company is now expecting to save $4 billion by the end of 2024, with a majority of the spending cuts coming from drug research and development.

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How simulations help device makers meet booming autoinjector demand

Pharmaceutical Technology

Advanced simulation methods and tools are not only paving the way for more efficient manufacturing operations. At SHL Medical, they’re also speeding up the development of new production facilities around the globe.

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Vertex builds case for non-opioid pain drug ahead of key study readouts

Bio Pharma Dive

The closely watched medicine showed promise treating a form of chronic nerve pain, with the results suggesting comparable effects to an available therapy.

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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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December 13, 2023: In This Week’s PCT Grand Rounds, a Path Forward for Diversifying Clinical Trials

Rethinking Clinical Trials

In this Friday's PCT Grand Rounds, Roxana Mehran of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai will present "Diversifying Clinical Trials: A Path Forward." The Grand Rounds session will be held on Friday, December 15, 2023, at 1:00 pm eastern. Mehran is a professor of medicine and the director of interventional cardiovascular research and clinical trials at the Zena and Michael A.

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At ASH, doctors acclaim new sickle cell gene therapies, but are cautious on details

Bio Pharma Dive

Uptake of Casgevy and Lyfgenia may be slow despite their dramatic benefit, physicians said, citing complexities in treatment, manufacturing and reimbursement.

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Study confirms safety of new flow-diverting stent to treat brain aneurysms

Pharma Times

In England, ruptured brain aneurysms occur in around one in 15,000 people every year - News - PharmaTimes

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Aditxt acquires Phexxi contraceptive gel-maker Evofem for $100m

Pharmaceutical Technology

The sale, which will see Aditxt take on Evofem’s debt, follows a strategic review by the women’s health company earlier this year.

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Pfizer warns of further sales decline for COVID products, plots $500M in additional cost cuts

Fierce Pharma

Using Tuesday to announce good news—that its $43 billion acquisition of Seagen would be | Using Tuesday to announce good news—that its $43 billion acquisition of Seagen would be finalized on Thursday—Pfizer sandwiched its bad news, which came on Wednesday with its 2024 guidance. The company expects revenue to reach between $58.5 billion and $61.5 billion next year, coming up short of the analyst consensus of $63.2 billion, largely because of the plummeting demand for its COVID-19 products.

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Pfizer obtains regulatory approvals for $43bn Seagen acquisition

Pharmaceutical Technology

Pfizer has obtained all necessary regulatory approvals for concluding the acquisition of biotechnology company Seagen for $43bn in cash.

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

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ACSR to use digitised pathology for HIV-associated malignancies

Pharma Times

The software has reduced the time to provide pathology data from days to hours - News - PharmaTimes

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Top five technology investment trends to watch in 2024

Pharmaceutical Technology

Top five technology investment trends to watch in 2024 including AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, IoT and robotics

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Pharnext hit again as rare disease drug flunks phase 3 test

pharmaphorum

Pharnext hit again as rare disease drug flunks phase 3 test Phil.

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ASH 2023: Regeneron’s odronextamab is poised to get a slice of R/R DLBCL market

Pharmaceutical Technology

Odronextamab has demonstrated clinically meaningful efficacy and safety in patients with R/R FL and DLBCL.

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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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Responsible integration of AI in pharmaceutical labs

pharmaphorum

Responsible integration of AI in pharmaceutical labs Mike.

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Ironwood seals the deal on VectivBio merger

Pharmaceutical Technology

Ironwood Pharmaceuticals completed an acquisition of the gastrointestinal disease company VectivBio.

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Top 10 Fastest Growing Biotech Companies in 2023

XTalks

In 2023, biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies leverage cutting-edge technology and significant investments in research and development (R&D) to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation in the healthcare sector, transcending the challenges posed by the pandemic. This groundwork ensures a more efficient and effective approach to combatting diseases in the future.

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Freya Biosciences secures $38m to develop reproductive immunotherapies

Pharmaceutical Technology

Freya Biosciences has secured $38m in a Series A funding round to progress the development of women’s reproductive immunotherapies.

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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Daiichi Sankyo taps Depixus to speed RNA drug discovery

pharmaphorum

Daiichi Sankyo taps Depixus to speed RNA drug discovery Phil.

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Japan accepts GSK’s RSV vaccine application for review

Pharmaceutical Technology

The Japanese MHLW has accepted for review GSK’s regulatory application for the RSV vaccine, Arexvy, in high-risk adults aged 50-59.

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2024 Food Industry Trends: Navigating the Future of Tech, Sustainability and Nutrition

XTalks

As we step into 2024, the food industry is poised to be at the cusp of transformative changes, shaped by evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements and a growing emphasis on sustainability. Here, we delve into the 2024 food industry trends from leading experts in the field, each offering a unique perspective on the trends and challenges that will define the landscape of food production, distribution and consumption in the coming year.

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AstraZeneca agrees to acquire Icosavax for $1.1bn

Pharmaceutical Technology

AstraZeneca has signed a definitive agreement to initiate a tender offer for the acquisition of Icosavax for an equity price of $1.1bn.

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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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Trade & Channel Strategies 2023: A DSCSA Update

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The seminar examines where members of the pharma supply chain stand in terms of preparation, being that the act has officially been enacted.

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Eisai sets Leqembi price in Japan at a discount to US

pharmaphorum

Eisai and Biogen’s Alzheimer’s disease therapy Leqembi is due to be launched in Japan, its second market, on 20th December, and will be priced quite a lot lower there than in the US. The anti-amyloid antibody has been included in the Japan National Health Insurance (NHI) Drug Price List at just under JPY 3 million (around $20,500) per patient per year, whereas in the US its list price before discounts or rebates was set at $26,500.

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Novo Holdings' Xellia to lay off 80 workers at former Boehringer Ingelheim plant in Ohio

Fierce Pharma

After wrapping up a $200 million renovation at a former Boehringer Ingelheim plant near Cleveland, Ohio, several years back, Danish specialty drugmaker Xellia Pharmaceuticals is paring back its wor | After wrapping up a $200 million renovation at a former Boehringer Ingelheim plant near Cleveland, Ohio, several years back, Danish specialty drugmaker Xellia Pharmaceuticals is paring back its workforce in The Forest City.

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Lyfgenia and Casgevy Become First FDA-Approved Gene Therapies for Sickle Cell Disease

XTalks

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first gene therapies for the treatment of sickle cell disease, approving two on the same day. The landmark approvals were awarded to bluebird bio’s Lyfgenia (lovo-cel) and Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics’ jointly developed Casgevy (exa-cel). Both gene therapies are approved for individuals 12 years of age and older with sickle cell disease.

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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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Women in Science: An instant passion for science and thriving in a male-dominated industry

BioPharma Reporter

Lisa Sellers is the CEO of Vector Laboratories, and she is passionate about staying ahead of the pharma trends.

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How to Cope with Layoffs and Other Career Setbacks

BioSpace

Being laid off, experiencing a trial failure or failing to secure funding can feel crushing. Here’s how to maintain perspective and move on.

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White Bagging Update 2023: Saving Money or Shifting Costs? (rerun)

Drug Channels

This week, I’m rerunning some popular posts while I prepare for Fiday's Drug Channels Outlook 2024 live video webinar. Click here to see the original post from September 2023. Time for our annual update on the channels for provider-administered drugs. For 2023, specialty pharmacies—via white, brown, and clear bagging—retained a meaningful share of the distribution channels for provider-administered oncology drugs.

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What VCs really think of the market right now with MPM Capital, Endeavor and Two Bear Capital

BioSpace

What needs to happen for funding in biopharma to bounce back? BioSpace’s Lori Ellis discuss the macroeconomic environment and biopharma funding outlook with venture capital guests Ansbert Gadicke, Martin Gershon and Mike Goguen.

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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.