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Imitation Ozempic Is Flooding The Market: Here’s What You Need to Know

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

(Abdullah Durmaz/Getty Images) In just a few years, brand-name injectable drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound have rocketed to fame as billion-dollar annual sellers for weight loss as well as to control blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.

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The growing role of CDMOs in the circular economy

Pharmaceutical Technology

Pharmaceutical giants cannot work in a silo to reach net zero. Pharma contract manufactures have a duty to engage with the science-based climate targets, says ACG.

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Innovation in Autoimmune and Bone Health Research: Driving Progress for Better Patient Outcomes

Worldwide Clinical Trials

Autoimmune diseases and bone health conditions are not just medical challenges – they’re personal battles that millions of people fight every day. From the unpredictability of lupus flare-ups to the silent progression of osteoporosis, patients face daily struggles that can significantly impact their quality of life. Fortunately, advances in clinical research are providing hope for better treatments and outcomes.

Research 147
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Wave sees RNA editing validation in early trial results

Bio Pharma Dive

The results provide the first clinical evidence of RNA editing, a burgeoning field that's drawn interest from biotechs and pharmaceutical companies alike.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva 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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Women in STEM: Gitte Barknowitz’s journey to leading global initiatives

BioPharma Reporter

From exploring the wonders of plants as a curious teen to leading global initiatives at SCIEX, Gitte Barknowitz has carved out an exciting and unconventional career in science.

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mRNA licensing agreements surge 800% amid GSK lawsuits

Pharmaceutical Technology

An 800% increase in licensing deal values indicates growing confidence in mRNA technology, but some vaccine producers are facing lawsuits.

Licensing 278

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After rejections, AbbVie secures approval for Parkinson’s drug

Bio Pharma Dive

Vyalev’s clearance is the second victory for AbbVie in Parkinson’s this year, following an April readout for a drug acquired through its Cerevel buyout.

Drugs 327
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October 16, 2024: Testing of Behavior Change Interventions, in This Week’s PCT Grand Rounds

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Dr. Alexander Fanaroff In this Friday’s PCT Grand Rounds, Alexander Fanaroff of the University of Pennsylvania will present “Rigorous Testing of Behavior Change Interventions: Lessons From the BE ACTIVE Randomized Clinical Trial.” The Grand Rounds session will be held on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 1:00 pm eastern. Fanaroff is an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

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Glaukos eyes FDA approval for ocular therapy after Phase III win

Pharmaceutical Technology

The company’s keratoconus medication, Epioxa, was effective in a Phase III trial, with plans to file for submission with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Does Stress Really Turn Your Hair Gray?

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

(juanma hache/Getty Images) When we start to go gray depends a lot on genetics. Your first gray hairs usually appear anywhere between your twenties and fifties. For men, gray hairs normally start at the temples and sideburns. Women tend to start graying on the hairline, especially at the front.

Genetics 165
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Optimizing Clinical Supply Strategy: Navigating Challenges & Finding Your Ideal Model

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Sage to cut one-third of workforce, streamline drug pipeline

Bio Pharma Dive

The restructuring, which follows clinical setbacks in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and tremor, will also involve the departure of five senior executives.

Drugs 276
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October 15, 2024: Case Study Describes a Reassessment of Sample Size in an Ongoing Cluster Randomized Trial

Rethinking Clinical Trials

A new case study from the NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory highlights an interim reassessment of sample size during an ongoing cluster randomized trial. The case study was published this week in the Living Textbook of Pragmatic Clinical Trials. Researchers in cluster randomized trials must account for potential correlation between clusters in the design and analysis of their trial by estimating the intraclass correlation when calculating the target sample size.

Trials 162
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Cell and gene therapy approvals drive paradigm change in manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Technology

Trends in gene therapy approvals in recent years are rapidly shaping the future of manufacturing capabilities in the pharmaceutical industry.

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Isometric Exercise: Why This Workout Regime Is So Good For You

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

(Valerii Apetroaiei/Getty Images) Exercise is great for improving heart health. But the thought of hitting the gym or going for a jog might put some people off from doing it. And, if you have a heart condition already, such dynamic exercises may not be safe to do.

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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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Merck antibody reduces RSV-related disease, hospitalizations in trial

Bio Pharma Dive

Detailed data from a Phase 2b/3 study of Merck’s treatment clesrovimab should support the company’s efforts to win approval by the 2025-2026 season.

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October 17, 2024: GGC4H Pilot Finds Spanish-Language Intervention Feasible and Acceptable in Pediatric Primary Care

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Dr. Margaret Kuklinski and Dr. Stacy Sterling In a pilot study for the GGC4H trial, researchers found that a virtual version of the Guiando Buenas Decisiones program delivered in the context of pediatric primary care was feasible, acceptable, and appealing to pediatricians and parents. The program is a Spanish-language version of the Guiding Good Choices intervention being implemented in the GGC4H trial.

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Healing begins with research: Promising development program on stem cells in rare diseases

Pharmaceutical Technology

RHEACELL has been researching ABCB5-positive stem cell therapies for patients with severe immune and inflammation-related diseases for which there are currently no adequate treatment options. Positive feedback from the regulatory authorities on the study program now gives reason to hope that those affected will be able to benefit from this new approach to regenerative medicine in the near future.

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High Court refuses interim injunction against Zydus’ breast cancer drug

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

In a setback to Swiss multinational pharma company F-Hoffmann-La Roche, the Delhi High Court has dismissed an application filed by the company seeking injunction against Zydus Lifesciences Ltd’s breast cancer drug Sigrima, a biosimilar of Pertuzumab.

Drugs 143
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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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Sanofi, expanding in radiopharma, strikes a joint venture deal

Bio Pharma Dive

The French drugmaker will invest 300 million euros into a new entity that will develop lead isotope-based therapies for cancer under the Orano Med brand.

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Innovating in Autoimmune and Bone Health Research: Driving Progress for Better Patient Outcomes

Worldwide Clinical Trials

Autoimmune diseases and bone health conditions are not just medical challenges – they’re personal battles that millions of people fight every day. From the unpredictability of lupus flare-ups to the silent progression of osteoporosis, patients face daily struggles that can significantly impact their quality of life. Fortunately, advances in clinical research are providing hope for better treatments and outcomes.

Research 130
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Intercept’s liver disease drug Ocaliva faces FDA approval delay

Pharmaceutical Technology

An FDA AdCom in September recommended against full approval for Ocaliva by a 13-1 vote for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis.

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Can a Supplement Really Help Control Your Pesky Eye Floaters?

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

(Filipp Romanovski/Unsplash) If you look up at the sky on a clear day, you might notice little cobweb-like structures drifting across your field of vision.

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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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FDA puts Novavax flu vaccine trials on hold

Bio Pharma Dive

The hold, which was made in response to a serious adverse event report, could impact the company’s plans to start a Phase 3 trial of a combination shot for COVID-19 and influenza.

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GSK takes mRNA patent fight to Moderna, suing over vaccines for COVID and RSV

Fierce Pharma

Nearly six months after lodging a similar complaint against Pfizer and BioNTech over the partners’ COVID shot Comirnaty, GSK is targeting Moderna in a pair of lawsuits alleging the Massachusetts-ba | GSK is targeting Moderna in a pair of lawsuits claiming the mRNA specialist violated multiple patents with its vaccines Spikevax and mRESVIA. In the complaints, GSK says it hopes to recover a “reasonable royalty” tied to Moderna’s vaccine sales, plus damages.

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Sanofi in talks to sell stake in consumer healthcare unit to CD&R

Pharmaceutical Technology

Sanofi has announced negotiations with Clayton Dubilier & Rice (CD&R), regarding the potential sale of a 50% controlling stake in Opella.

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DGFT issues clarification on RCMC requirements for post-export remission-based schemes under FTP 2023

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has issued Trade Notice No. 19/2024-25, dated October 4, 2024, to provide clarity regarding the Registration-Cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) requirement for exporters under the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023.

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2022 Research: The Rapid Rise of Ocean Freight Visibility

A research study conducted by The Journal of Commerce and FourKites surveyed hundreds of international shippers, exploring how their usage of global supply chain visibility technology has evolved since the onset of global disruptions caused by COVID-19. For international shippers, ocean freight visibility has evolved from optional to essential and satisfaction with visibility varies greatly depending on how it is obtained and delivered.

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Lundbeck to buy brain drug developer Longboard for $2.6B

Bio Pharma Dive

The deal would hand Lundbeck a treatment for a series of rare brain disorders that could, by the company's estimates, become a blockbuster product.

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Astellas nabs class-first FDA approval for CLDN18.2 gastric cancer med Vyloy

Fierce Pharma

After a prior rejection, Astellas can head into the weekend celebrating a class-first FDA approval for its new gastric cancer med Vyloy. | Astellas' Vyloy won an FDA approval to treat gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma patients whose tumors are CLDN18.2 positive. The drug was rejected earlier this year thanks to observations raised during the agency's inspection of a third-party manufacturing facility.

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GITEX GLOBAL 2024: Huawei launches a series of industrial digital and intelligent transformation solutions, and flagship products

Pharmaceutical Technology

Huawei hosted GITEX's Industrial Digital and Intelligent Transformation Summit and launched joint solutions with partners for ten industries.

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No new traditional retail shop opened in TN during the last five years due to mushrooming of chain pharmacies

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

Concerned over the pathetic condition of the traditional medicine retailers in Tamil Nadu, the veteran pharma trader and former president of the Tamil Nadu Chemists and Druggists Association (TN CDA), Mannargudi Ramachandran, has commented that no new registered pharmacist in the state is coming forward to open individual pharmacy shops because of mushrooming of corporate […]

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time