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Family of Henrietta Lacks sues Ultragenyx over use of HeLa cell line

Bio Pharma Dive

Filed in Maryland district court, the lawsuit claims the biotech unjustly profited from using HeLa cells to develop AAV vectors for its gene therapy products.

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3 Key Takeaways from Psychedelic Science 2023

Worldwide Clinical Trials

As one of the more recent fields to emerge in the clinical space, psychedelics have gained significant traction as a potential treatment for various neuropsychiatric diseases. With so many exciting developments in the last few years, it’s critical for the psychedelic community to come together to reflect on our progress, share the latest discoveries, and discuss the future of psychedelic research.

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Clinigen clears out cancer therapies in line with latest growth strategy

Pharmaceutical Technology

Following the business expansion in 2022, Clinigen announced the divestment of four of its cancer therapies.

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AI May Be Able to Warn Us Before The Next Pandemic Strikes

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

The global COVID-19 pandemic has shown us just how devastating these outbreaks can be – and it could have been much worse. Now, scientists have developed an AI application that promises to warn us about dangerous variants in future pandemics.

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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 adds another obesity drug in $1B deal for startup Inversago

Bio Pharma Dive

The acquisition follows a similar-sized, obesity-focused buyout by Eli Lilly last month and hands Novo a weight-loss medicine already in mid-stage testing.

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Responding (or Not) to Signals of Potential Clinical Significance in Pragmatic Clinical Trials

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Responding (or Not) to Signals of Potential Clinical Significance in Pragmatic Clinical Trials Description Joseph Ali, Tanya Matthews, and Leslie J. Crofford discuss responding (or not) to signals of potential clinical significance in pragmatic clinical trials. Biography Joseph Ali, JD Assistant Professor, Dept. of International Health Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Core Faculty & Associate Director for Global Programs Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics Tanya Matthe

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Brain Function Can Still Be Affected by COVID Years After Infection, Study Finds

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

Long COVID can live up to its name. A new study shows that certain symptoms of the condition, such as brain fogginess, can still be experienced in people with long COVID two years after the original infection.

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Novo obesity drug protects heart health in large trial

Bio Pharma Dive

Treatment with Wegovy led to a 20% reduction in the relative risk of cardiovascular complications or death, a finding that could further shift how doctors treat obesity.

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Data Sharing and Pragmatic Clinical Trials: Law & Ethics Amidst a Changing Policy Landscape

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Data Sharing and Pragmatic Clinical Trials: Law & Ethics Amidst a Changing Policy Landscape Description Kayte Spector-Bagdady and Stephanie Morain discuss the impact of a changing policy landscape on data sharing and pragmatic clinical trials. Biography Stephanie Morain, PhD, MPH Assistant Professor, Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University Ethics and Regulatory Core Co-chair Kayte Spector-Bagdady, JD, MBioethics Associate Director, Center for Bioethics & Social Scien

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AI is essential for the future of drug discovery and development

Pharmaceutical Technology

AI is essential in drug discovery and development and a growing number of start-ups now operate in this area

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

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Experiment Reveals Human Genes Can Be Controlled With Electricity

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

Fitness trackers help you stay healthy by keeping count of your steps and monitoring your heart rate, driving you on to hit those cardio goals. New research from ETH Zürich in Switzerland could see future wearable devices (with perhaps a few implants and a touch of genetic engineering) boost our health directly.

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Lilly market value soars on higher sales, obesity drug potential

Bio Pharma Dive

The Indianapolis drugmaker is now worth more than $500 billion, higher than any other pharmaceutical company, as analysts project lucrative markets for its obesity and Alzheimer's drugs.

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The Stepped Wedge Cluster Randomized Trial: Friend or Foe?

Rethinking Clinical Trials

The Stepped Wedge Cluster Randomized Trial: Friend or Foe? Description Dr. Monica Taljaard and Dr. David Magnus discuss the pros and cons of the stepped wedge cluster randomized trial. Biography Monica Taljaard, PhD Senior Scientist, Clinical Epidemiology Program, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute Full Professor, Epidemiology and Community Medicine, University of Ottawa David Magnus, PhD Professor of Medicine and Biomedical Ethics and Professor of Pediatrics, Medicine, and by courtesy of Bioeng

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Jacobio Pharma receives breakthrough therapy designation for glecirasib

Pharmaceutical Technology

Jacobio Pharma received breakthrough therapy designation (BTD) for glecirasib to treat pancreatic cancer patients with the KRAS G12C mutation.

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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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Exposure to Certain Fragrances During Sleep Dramatically Boosts Cognitive Function

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

Of all the senses we love to indulge, scent is often neglected – but the right smells could be just what your brain needs to keep it whirring in old age.

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Astellas to expand presence in Massachusetts with new research hub

Bio Pharma Dive

The planned facility in the biotech hotspot of Cambridge will include incubator space for startups and adds to Astellas’ R&D footprint in the Boston area.

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Ethical Considerations When Vulnerable Populations are Subjects in Pragmatic Trials

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Ethical Considerations When Vulnerable Populations are Subjects in Pragmatic Trials Description Dr. Emily Largent discusses ethical considerations when vulnerable populations are subjects in pragmatic trials. Biography Emily A. Largent, JD, PhD, RN Emanuel & Robert Hart Assistant Professor of Medical Ethics and Health Policy Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine The post Ethical Considerations When Vulnerable Populations are Sub

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Sorrento plans stock sale to raise $105m to recover from bankruptcy

Pharmaceutical Technology

The agreement for selling Scilex Holding Company stocks would raise funds to pay off Sorrento’s outstanding debts.

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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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Industry awaits positive govt response on draft notification on OTC drugs

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

The pharmaceutical industry in the country is waiting for the positive government response on the suggestions on the draft notification about the list of over-the-counter (OTC) drugs under Schedule K of Drug Rules 1945 and laid down specific provisions for its regulation in the country.

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FDA approves Sage, Biogen drug for postpartum depression, but rejects wider use

Bio Pharma Dive

The agency turned back the companies' attempt to also win clearance for major depressive disorder, limiting its market potential.

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Informing and Consenting: What are the Goals?

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Informing and Consenting: What are the Goals? Description Drs. Pearl O’Rourke, David S. Wendler, Miguel Vazquez, and Michael Ho discuss the goals of informing and consenting. Biography Pearl O’Rourke, MD (retired) Harvard Medical School Ethics and Regulatory Core Co-chair David S. Wendler, PhD, MA Senior Researcher, Department of Bioethics, NIH Clinical Center Miguel Vasquez, MD Professor of Internal Medicine, UT Southwestern Medical Center ICD-Pieces Demonstration Project PI Michael Ho, MD, PhD

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Are robots the answer to our health crisis?

Pharmaceutical Technology

Ageing populations, rising obesity levels, and low staff retention have created a global healthcare crisis.

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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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Himachal Pradesh to organize National Pharma Summit in September

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

To help the pharmaceutical companies located in Baddi and in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh (HP) to better their performances further, the Baddi Barotiwala Nalagarh Development Authority (BBNDA), under the Government of HP, will organize a National Pharma Summit in September in which all stakeholders of the Indian pharmaceutical sector and government officials of the […]

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Emergent to lay off around 400 in pivot away from contract manufacturing

Bio Pharma Dive

The job cuts will affect “all areas of the company” and, combined with other cost-reduction efforts, lead to annualized savings of over $100 million, Emergent said.

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August 9, 2023: Joe Ali to Lead Seminar on Advancing Justice and Equity in Pragmatic Trials

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Joe Ali, a longtime member of the NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory’s Ethics and Regulatory Core, will present “Advancing Justice and Equity in Pragmatic Clinical Trials.” The presentation is part of the Spotlight on Pain Management series of the VA HSR&D Cyberseminars. Advance registration is required. VA HSR&D Cyberseminars: Spotlight on Pain Management “Advancing Justice and Equity in Pragmatic Clinical Trials” Joe Ali, PhD Johns Hopkins University Advan

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Iveric Bio’s intravitreal solution to treat GA gains FDA approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

Iveric Bio, an Astellas company, has received clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for IZERVAY.

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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Ten organisations including medical devices industry demand recall of New Drugs, Medical Devices & Cosmetics Bill

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

Ten collective stakeholders of Indian healthcare industry, including the industry associations of medical devices manufacturers, patient interest group, and healthcare providers, have jointly demanded to the Union health minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya to recall the New Drugs, Medical Devices & Cosmetics Bill, 2023 that is listed to be tabled in Parliament during the ongoing session.

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Regeneron ups genetic medicine investment with Decibel buyout

Bio Pharma Dive

Third Rock-founded Decibel, which has shed much of its value since a 2021 IPO, expected to run out of money within a year.

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August 8, 2023: Lessons on Intervention Delivery and Complexity Shared at the Annual Steering Committee Meeting

Rethinking Clinical Trials

From left: Dr. Steven George, Dr. Vincent Mor, and Dr. Angelo Volandes In an interview at this year’s NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory Steering Committee annual meeting, Drs. Steven George, Vincent Mor, and Angelo Volandes discussed the complexity of intervention delivery in pragmatic clinical trials and the impact it can have on researchers’ ability to discern trial results. “Without delving deeply into the way in which an intervention can be integrated into an operating sys

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Health Canada approves GSK’s RSV vaccine for older individuals

Pharmaceutical Technology

Health Canada has granted approval for GSK’s Arexvy vaccine to prevent RSV-caused lower respiratory tract disease in older adults.

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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.