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July 23, 2024: Article From Ethics and Regulatory Core Highlights Key Challenges for Pragmatic Trials

Rethinking Clinical Trials

In an invited commentary published this month in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes , authors from the NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory’s Ethics and Regulatory Core describe the recurring and emerging ethical issues in pragmatic clinical trials. Coauthors Caleigh Propes, Stephanie Morain, and Pearl O’Rourke discuss 3 key challenges facing pragmatic trials researchers: waivers and alterations of informed consent and their implications for transparency managing and resp

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Johnson & Johnson submits sNDA for SPRAVATO to treat depression

Pharmaceutical Technology

Johnson & Johnson is seeking approval for SPRAVATO for treatment-resistant depression with the submission of an sNDA to the US FDA.

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Ionis plots next steps for Angelman drug Biogen passed on

Bio Pharma Dive

The company plans to start a late-stage study next year, after a smaller trial found its drug offered “robust and consistent” benefits on communication, cognition and motor function.

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FDA accepts Mesoblast’s latest BLA for paediatric GvHD cell therapy 

Pharmaceutical Technology

The latest resubmission addressed remaining CMC concerns, with the FDA confirming that the Phase III data was “sufficient”.

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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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July 24, 2024: In This Week’s PCT Grand Rounds, Fonarow to Discuss Interventions for Optimizing Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy

Rethinking Clinical Trials

In this Friday’s PCT Grand Rounds, Gregg Fonarow of the University of California, Los Angeles, will present “Interventions for Optimization of Guideline-Directed Medical Therapy.” The Grand Rounds session will be held on Friday, July 26, 2024, at 1:00 pm eastern. Fonarow is the Eliot Corday Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and Science at UCLA, director of the Ahmanson-UCLA Cardiomyopathy Center, and codirector of the UCLA Preventative Cardiology Program.

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Does a Shot of Olive Oil Really Prevent Hangovers? Here’s The Science.

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

The search for alcohol hangover cures is as old as alcohol itself. Many cures and remedies are sold, but scientific evidence for their effectiveness is lacking. Recently, the notion that taking a shot of olive oil before consuming alcohol can prevent hangovers has garnered attention.

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How NVIDIA grew with the healthcare market instead of pushing into it

Pharmaceutical Technology

As the use of AI soared across healthcare, NVIDIA fit the bill in providing the necessary technology – and its stock tells the same story.

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WorldwideEdge: Driving Innovation in Bioanalytical Lab Run Success Rates

Worldwide Clinical Trials

At Worldwide Clinical Trials’ bioanalytical lab, we view challenges as opportunities to excel and set new standards. The path to drug approval is complex, with many variables and potential delays. That’s why our team is committed to continuous improvement through our initiative, WorldwideEdge, where we optimize everything from our processes to our teams’ performance for each drug development program.

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Eyelash Extensions Can Be Seriously Dangerous, Expert Warns

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

Ultra long, thick eyelashes might be in vogue but are they worth the expense – and the risk to health? Our natural eyelashes perform important functions. The eye is exposed to the elements so it’s a window for bacteria and viruses to enter the body – potentially causing death.

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Autobahn raises $100M on investor interest in neuropsych drugs

Bio Pharma Dive

Autobahn’s lead candidate is designed to stimulate thyroid hormone receptors as a way to complement existing antidepressants.

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

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AC Immune wins FDA fast track for Alzheimer’s vaccine candidate

Pharmaceutical Technology

JNJ-2056 is being investigated in the Phase IIb ReTain study which enrols participants who are yet to show Alzheimer’s symptoms.

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Study suggests targeting amyloid beta production could be promising in AD

Pharma Times

The neurodegenerative disease is currently the most common cause of dementia

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Mice That Eat Less Live Longer – And We May Finally Know Why

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

We’ve known for over a century that mice and rats live longer when they are fed less, but a new study reveals the secret might be an imbalance between energy consumed and burned, rather than a lack of energy or protein.

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Breakthroughs in immunotherapy: glycoproteins as predictive biomarkers for therapeutic response

Bio Pharma Dive

Serum-based glycoproteins demonstrate success in predicting immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy outcomes.

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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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Standing ovation for Gilead as it boasts perfect efficacy in HIV PReP trial

Pharmaceutical Technology

The crowd and panel gave Gilead a standing ovation after the full data from the Phase III PURPOSE trial was announced at AIDS 2024.

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Study reveals blood proteins predict risk of developing many diverse diseases

Pharma Times

Researchers predicted the onset of 67 diseases, out-performing current standard models

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Industry calls for increased funding to support early diagnosis of autism, neurodevelopmental delays

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

Ahead of the upcoming Union Budget, prominent voices in the healthcare sector are urging the government to allocate substantial funds to support early diagnosis and intervention for children with autism and neurodevelopmental delays, alongside enhanced training for medical personnel on early disease detection.

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Private biotech M&A surges amid difficult IPO market

Bio Pharma Dive

Private biotech company acquisitions are on their fastest pace in years, a trend some in the industry say is driven by the abundance of mature, but not yet public, drug startups.

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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.

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How NIVIDIA grew with the healthcare market instead of pushing into it

Pharmaceutical Technology

As the use of AI soared across healthcare, NVIDIA fit the bill in providing the necessary technology – and its stock tells the same story.

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New study shows wearable trackers provide clinical use for heart disease patients

Pharma Times

Cardiovascular disease, including coronary heart disease, currently affects around seven million people in the UK

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Breakthrough Test Predicts Whether Organ Transplants Will Be Rejected

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

Scientists have figured out a non-invasive way to determine if a transplanted organ is failing to take in a patient – no matter if it’s a kidney, liver, lung, or heart.

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Startup led by former J&J executives raises $165M for cancer, immune disease drugs

Bio Pharma Dive

Peter Lebowitz, who for years led J&J’s oncology R&D, is the CEO of the startup, called Third Arc Bio and launched by Omega Funds in 2022.

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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.

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EMA accepts GSK’s Blenrep MAA for multiple myeloma for review

Pharmaceutical Technology

The EMA has accepted for review GSK’s MAA for Blenrep for relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (r/r MM).

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New gut microbiome atlas could offer better treatment for digestive disorders

Pharma Times

The new Human Gut Microbiome Atlas could help treat conditions including IBS and AMR

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India’s lower-income groups severely impacted with financial challenges to treat cancer

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

India’s lower-income groups face significant financial challenges when it comes to cancer treatment. High medical costs, lack of insurance coverage, and limited access to quality healthcare services exacerbate the situation. Many families are seen to opt between basic necessities and treatment, leading to increased mortality rates and a higher burden of disease.

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J&J seeks expanded approval for antidepressant Spravato

Bio Pharma Dive

The company is seeking a monotherapy approval for Spravato, sales of which have climbed in recent quarters.

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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Triastek and BioNTech to develop 3D-printed RNA therapeutics

Pharmaceutical Technology

BioNTech and Triastek have entered a research partnership focusing on the development of 3D-printed oral RNA therapeutics.

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Going from Zero to 100: Generating Evidence through Pragmatic Research to Address the Pressing (July 2024)

Rethinking Clinical Trials

July 15-16, 2024 : The NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory hosted a Workshop at the 2023 AcademyHealth 16th Annual Conference on the Science of Dissemination and Implementation in Health. This training workshop introduces concepts in the design, conduct, and implementation of embedded pragmatic clinical trials (ePCTs), and provides firsthand ePCT experiences and case studies from the NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory Trials.

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Health ministry issues draft rules for compounding of certain offences under drug regulations

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

The Union health ministry has issued a draft notification framing the rules related to compounding of offences for minor offences under the drug regulations.

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Leqembi voted down by European regulators

Bio Pharma Dive

Eisai plans to appeal the EMA’s negative recommendation, hoping to break into a market analysts expect could eventually bring billions of dollars in sales for the Alzheimer’s drug.

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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.