Thu.Jul 11, 2024

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Pfizer thinks it found its obesity pill

Bio Pharma Dive

Far behind companies like Novo and Eli Lilly, Pfizer hopes the version of the drug, danuglipron, that it’s chosen to advance can break into the ultra-lucrative market for weight-loss medicines.

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Scientists May Have Figured Out How to Make Fat Cells Burn Calories

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

White could be the new beige when it comes to fat cells, following the discovery of a switch that maintains the functions of adipose tissue in mice, transforming it from a lipid-locker into a calorie-burner.

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FDA’s lab-developed test rule could be first test of agency’s power post-Chevron

Bio Pharma Dive

The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine would make it easier to challenge agency regulations, such as the LDT final rule.

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CDSCO issues guidance document on export NOC for unapproved, banned and new drugs

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has released guidance for the companies to attain export No Objection Certificate (NOC) for manufacture of unapproved, banned or new drugs, a process which was centralised recently.

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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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Novo’s once-weekly insulin rejected by FDA

Bio Pharma Dive

The FDA’s decision to turn back the drugmaker’s new insulin product narrows Novo’s lead in the U.S. over Eli Lilly, which has a similar diabetes treatment in late-stage testing.

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PharmassêtX gains FDA orphan drug status for IBD drug

Pharmaceutical Technology

PharmassêtX has received FDA orphan drug designation for epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), to treat a rare form of IBD.

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Rgenta Therapeutics’ RGT-61159 gains IND approval to treat cancers

Pharmaceutical Technology

Rgenta has secured approval for its IND application for RGT-61159, an oral small molecule RNA modulator, to treat cancers.

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New policy review reveals ten cancer challenges facing new UK government

Pharma Times

Macmillan Cancer Support estimates that cancer affects over three million people in the UK

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J&J asserts its place in atopic dermatitis space with Yellow Jersey acquisition

Pharmaceutical Technology

J&J gains Phase II ready NM26, a bispecific antibody in development for the treatment of atopic dermatitis.

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The end of the beginning: Lilly execs eye top spot in burgeoning Alzheimer's market after Kisunla's FDA approval

Fierce Pharma

Following this month's FDA approval of Eli Lilly’s amyloid-busting antibody Kisunla (donanemab), the Alzheimer’s disease market is set to grow in earnest—and Lilly is already eyeing a spot at the t | On top of Eisai and Biogen's Leqembi, Kisunla’s approval likely marks the “end of the beginning in treating this disease,” Andrew Lechleiter, VP of U.S.

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

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Boehringer Ingelheim plans sustainability work for the long term

Pharmaceutical Technology

Boehringer Ingelheim’s For Generations framework is all in on sustainability for the long term across the ESG spectrum.

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FTC said to be planning legal action against PBMs

pharmaphorum

The FTC is said to be gearing up to file lawsuits against the top three pharmacy benefit managers in the wake of its damning report on the sector.

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After AdCom rejection, FDA rebuffs Novo Nordisk’s once-weekly insulin

Pharmaceutical Technology

The company did not expect to resolve concerns related to manufacturing and the safety profile for type 1 diabetes by the end of the year.

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Bill that would cut down ‘patent thickets’ clears Senate

pharmaphorum

The US Senate has come together to pass a bill that aims to prevent pharma companies from filing multiple patents around biologic drugs as a way to delay biosimilar competitors.Lawmakers unanimously passed the Affordable Prescriptions for Patients Act of 2023 (S-150), which is part of a lengthening list of measures being taken by Congress to curb the prices of medicines in the US.

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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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Aspect wins $72.75m from Canadian government for bioprinted pipeline

Pharmaceutical Technology

Novo Nordisk-partnered Aspect develops bioprinted tissue therapeutics designed to replace or support specific biological functions.

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SK Life Science Leverages Smart, Efficient Solutions Across its Engaged Industry-Leading Sales Team

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SK Life Science Leverages Smart, Efficient Solutions Across its Engaged Industry-Leading Sales Team Mike.

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Merz wins $185m bid for bankrupt Acorda assets and increases US workforce by 50%

Pharmaceutical Technology

The deal strengthens Merz’s market position in Parkinson’s disease whilst expanding into the multiple sclerosis sector.

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Researchers awarded £1.5m for national dementia inequalities network

Pharma Times

The ESRC EquaDem Network Plus aims to improve disparities in diagnosis and care

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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Biotech survey highlights where industry can focus for a thriving future  

Pharmaceutical Technology

Research suggests biomanufacturing specialists remain nervy about global supply chain resilience.

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How is the rise of GenAI changing the field of pharma medical writing?

pharmaphorum

The rise of GenAI is revolutionising the field of pharma medical writing in biopharma. Explore how this innovative technology is transforming the industry and its impact on medical writing practices.

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AusperBio AHB-137 gains breakthrough status in China for CHB  

Pharmaceutical Technology

AusperBio Therapeutics and Ausper Biopharma have received breakthrough therapy designation in China for AHB-137 for CHB.

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Clinical trial trends and the rise of site networks

pharmaphorum

Tune in to Caroline Redecker and Jason Casarella as they discuss clinical trial trends and the rise of site networks in this insightful podcast episode brought to you by Advanced Clinical.

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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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Hong Kong approves Leqembi for Alzheimer’s treatment

Pharmaceutical Technology

BioArctic has announced that its partner, Eisai has approval from Hong Kong's Department of Health for Leqembi for the treatment of AD.

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Citing manufacturing issue, FDA rejects Novo Nordisk's once-weekly insulin

Fierce Pharma

In surging to the top spot in the market cap rankings in Europe, Novo Nordisk has been on an extended winning streak. | The FDA has slowed the roll for Novo Nordisk, rejecting its once-a-week insulin icodec for patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. In a complete response letter, the U.S. regulator made "requests related to the manufacturing process and the type 1 diabetes indication," which the company said it does not expect to remedy by the end of this year.

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How to get into a clinical trial? Understanding inclusion and exclusion criteria

Antidote

When determining which clinical trial is the right fit , many factors must be considered. The site location, the number of required visits, and the length of the study are all important considerations, but before any of this, it is vital to consider the study's inclusion and exclusion criteria.

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Akebia unveils IRA-driven price tag for kidney disease drug Vafseo, ends CSL collab

Fierce Pharma

After a rocky road to approval and two amendments to the original pact, Akebia Therapeutics and CSL Vifor have terminated their collaboration around the oral chronic kidney disease (CKD) anemia dru | As it ends a licensing agreement with CSL Vifor, Akebia has priced its chronic kidney disease anemia drug Vafseo by incorporating an uncertain future label expansion that it plans to discuss with the FDA later this year.

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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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FDA rejects Novo Nordisk’s weekly basal insulin

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FDA rejects Novo Nordisk’s once-weekly basal insulin for people with diabetes, which would reduce the number of injections needed

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After $185M asset buy, Merz Therapeutics plots US workforce expansion as CEO eyes more deals

Fierce Pharma

Freshly equipped with two approved meds from Acorda Therapeutics, Frankfurt, Germany’s Merz Therapeutics is kicking its specialty neurology ambitions into high gear. | Equipped with two approved meds from Acorda Therapeutics, Germany’s Merz Therapeutics is kicking its specialty neurology ambitions into high gear.

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CDMO Value Proposition: Why It Matters

Drug Patent Watch

The value proposition of Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) has become increasingly crucial in the pharmaceutical industry.

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AbbVie asks Supreme Court to uphold attorney-client privilege in AndroGel lawsuit

Fierce Pharma

AbbVie is asking the U.S. | AbbVie is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to overrule a lower court's ruling that the company must turn over records of communications with its lawyers regarding a patent lawsuit it filed against a generic drug maker more than a decade ago.

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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.