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JANUARY 3, 2024

Wainua is the only FDA-approved drug for the treatment of ATTRv-PN that can be self-administered via an auto-injector. Approval of Wainua represents a meaningful advancement in treatment, one that gives those who are living with transthyretin-mediated amyloid polyneuropathy help managing the disease,” said Michael J.

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DECEMBER 22, 2021

If the past year is anything to go by, then 2022 will also be a year marked by continued innovations in the life sciences. Here is a look at some life science trends to expect in the coming year, including key themes and topics in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries to keep an eye out for in 2022.

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JANUARY 21, 2025

The approval makes Datroway AstraZenecas eighth new medicine since 2020, the first US approval for Daiichi Sankyo and AstraZenecas TROP2-directed ADC and the second based on their proprietary DXd technology. The FDA approval sent Daiichi Sankyos shares soaring by 8.7% to 4,437 yen, reflecting investor confidence.

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MARCH 3, 2022

Developed in partnership with Legend Biotech Corp of China, Johnson & Johnson’s cell therapy Carvykti (formerly known as cilta-cel) received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week for the treatment of multiple myeloma. Live and On-Demand: March 16, 2022 | 9am EDT (NA) / 1pm GMT (UK).

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NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Syndax Pharmaceuticals’ Revuforj (revumenib) has won US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the treatment of relapsed or refractory (R/R) acute leukemia in patients aged one year and older who have a lysine methyltransferase 2A ( KMT2A, formerly MLL ) gene translocation.

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APRIL 3, 2024

The RBCs in circulation are marked by proteins in the complement system for removal by the spleen and liver. Voydeya’s FDA approval was based on positive results from the pivotal ALPHA Phase III trial. And Alexion had acquired danicopan through its 2019 purchase of Achillion Pharmaceuticals for almost $1 billion.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

After receiving US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for Fabhalta (iptacopan) last week for the treatment of the rare blood disorder paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), Novartis presented trial data yesterday showing the drug’s promise in another indication.

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OCTOBER 16, 2024

Hympavzi is the first anti-tissue factor pathway inhibitor (anti-TFPI) approved in the US for hemophilia A or B, and it’s also the first hemophilia therapy to be administered via a pre-filled auto-injector pen. Hympavzi reduces the activity of TFPI, a naturally occurring anticoagulation protein.

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OCTOBER 25, 2022

Imjudo is an anti-cytotoxic T-lymphocyte-associated protein 4 (CTLA-4) monoclonal antibody that blocks the action of CTLA-4. Inhibition of the protein aids in T-cell activation to prime the immune system against cancer cells to induce their death.

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MARCH 9, 2023

The approval was granted for its use as a non-immunosuppressive therapy for the reduction of proteinuria (protein in urine) in IgA nephropathy in adults. Filspari is the first single molecule dual endothelin angiotensin receptor antagonist (DEARA) approved for this indication. g/g and be at risk of rapid disease progression.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Daxxify was FDA-approved for similar cosmetic purposes as Botox and other neuromodulators like Dysport and Xeomin. Used for both cosmetic and therapeutic cases, Botox is a US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved injection of botulinum toxin, a neurotoxic protein that can effectively paralyze the facial muscles.

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JANUARY 26, 2023

This is the fourth US FDA approval that BeiGene has received for Brukinsa since 2019. Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors for Cancer Treatment Tyrosine kinases, or TKs, are a group of signaling molecules that affect multiple downstream proteins.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

transmembrane tight junction protein, which is commonly found in some gastric and GEJ cancers. Vyloy is approved to be used in combination with chemotherapy (fluoropyrimidine- and platinum-based) as a first-line treatment for patients with locally advanced, unresectable or metastatic forms of these cancers.

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JANUARY 5, 2021

The test identifies SARS-CoV-2 protein fragments from nasal swab samples. Even more interestingly, now there are drugs that have FDA approval that were conducted by decentralized clinical trials. AI is expected to make significant strides in the life science and healthcare sectors in 2021.

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MARCH 28, 2024

Italy-based drugmaker Italfarmaco has won US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for its oral medication Duvyzat (givinostat) for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients six years of age and older. Duvyzat received Priority Review, Orphan Drug and Rare Pediatric Disease designations from the FDA.

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AUGUST 7, 2023

has received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for treating molluscum contagiosum in adult and pediatric patients aged two years and older in the US. Formerly known as VP-102, Ycanth is the first cantharidin formulation approved for this purpose. Another noteworthy contender is Novan Inc.’s

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DECEMBER 17, 2021

Xtalks is taking a look at some of the major stories and innovations of the year in the life sciences, many of which were driven by new, emerging and improved technologies. The year 2021 was all about continuing innovations in the life sciences. Life Science Innovations: Malaria and Influenza Vaccines.

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JULY 25, 2023

Cyfendus functions by stimulating the production of antibodies targeted against the protective antigen protein. Efficacy of Cyfendus The FDA approval of the Cyfendus anthrax vaccine is grounded in a series of studies supported by the US government and carried out by Emergent.

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JANUARY 29, 2025

Related: Eli Lillys Kisunla (donanemab) Gets Full FDA Approval After Initial Rejection, Gears Up to Take on Leqembi Leqembi was first approved in 2023 as a monoclonal antibody targeting amyloid-beta protofibrils and plaques proteins that cause brain cell damage and cognitive decline in Alzheimers disease.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

XTALKS WEBINAR: On-Demand Code-Level Claims Data: Driving Actionable Insights and Efficiencies Live and On-Demand: Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 1pm EDT (5pm GMT/UK) Register for this free webinar to learn how code-level claims data is a crucial dataset to address various needs across the life sciences and medical device landscape.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

This progressive disease occurs when misfolded transthyretin (TTR) proteins form amyloid deposits in the heart, leading to cardiac dysfunction. Attruby offers a more potent option , following Pfizer’s tafamidis (Vyndaqel and Vyndamax), the first therapy and TTR stabilizer approved to treat ATTR-CM.

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OCTOBER 4, 2022

“Rolvedon’s approval marks Spectrum’s transformation to a commercial-stage company with the opportunity to compete in a $2 billion dollar market, and offers a unique value proposition,” said Tom Riga, President and Chief Executive Officer of Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, in the company’s press release. How Does Rolvedon Work?

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NOVEMBER 16, 2022

has won US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for its antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) Elahere (mirvetuximab soravtansine-gynx) for the treatment of platinum-resistant ovarian cancer. The drug was approved under the FDA’s accelerated pathway and is indicated for adult patients with folate receptor alpha (FR?)-positive

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MAY 26, 2022

The US FDA approved Dupixent (dupilumab) developed by Regeneron as the first treatment for eosinophilic esophagitis, a chronic immune disorder that damages the esophagus. These proteins cause the type 2 inflammation characteristic of EoE and related allergic diseases like asthma and atopic dermatitis (both treated with Dupixent).

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JUNE 2, 2021

The sotorasib approval is therefore a major breakthrough in the world of cancer and targeted therapies. The oral treatment was approved for adults with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC, as determined by an FDA-approved test, who have received at least one prior systemic therapy.

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JUNE 8, 2022

These autoantibodies include rheumatoid factor and antibodies against post-translational modified proteins such as carbamylation (anti-CarP antibodies) and citrullination (anti-citrullinated protein antibodies [ACPA]). This marks a new indication for Riabni, the fifth FDA-approved biosimilar by the biopharma Amgen.

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MAY 4, 2022

Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) was granted US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for its highly awaited cardiac drug Camzyos (mavacamten) for the treatment of symptomatic obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). The FDA approved 2.5

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AUGUST 14, 2023

The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson announced that its bispecific antibody Talvey (talquetamab-tgvs) received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval as a fifth-line treatment for adult patients with heavily pretreated multiple myeloma.

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AUGUST 19, 2022

Beta thalassemia is a rare inherited blood disorder caused by mutations in the beta-globin gene leading to a reduced amount, or complete absence, of the beta chains of the oxygen-carrying hemoglobin protein in red blood cells. The estimated incidence of the disorder worldwide is one in 100,000.

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JANUARY 28, 2022

Kimmtrak has also become the first bispecific T cell engager to be FDA-approved for the treatment of a solid tumor. Kimmtrak is a bispecific protein that contains a soluble T cell receptor fused to an anti-CD3 immune-effector function. Uveal melanoma is a rare and aggressive type of melanoma of the eye.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

Amgen’s Otezla (apremilast) continues to expand its reach, with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approving its use for children and adolescents with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in 2024. Amgen also partnered with actor and entrepreneur La La Anthony to raise awareness about the impact of psoriasis on daily life.

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OCTOBER 14, 2022

Register for this free webinar to learn about total protein analysis, and quality control of vaccines and other protein-based therapeutics by total nitrogen determination. XTALKS WEBINAR: Quality Control of Vaccines and Other Pharmaceutical Preparations by Total Nitrogen Determination.

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DECEMBER 13, 2023

The disease occurs due to a point mutation in the hemoglobin beta globin ( HBB ) gene that codes for one of the proteins that make up hemoglobin, the oxygen carrier in red blood cells. It also affects Hispanic Americans, but at a lower prevalence. The mutation causes red blood cells to develop a crescent or “sickle” shape.

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JULY 20, 2022

In this episode, Ayesha discussed the FDA authorization of Novavax’s COVID-19 vaccine, making it the fourth authorized/approved COVID vaccine in the US. It is also the first protein-based COVID-19 vaccine to be authorized in the country. Krystexxa Chronic Gout Medication Gets Expanded FDA Approval.

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MAY 29, 2024

During his tenure at Icos, Dr. Lee integrated protein crystallography and structural screening technologies into the company’s research programs and was instrumental in the development of phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K) delta inhibitors, leading to an FDA-approved product.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2022

In this episode, Ayesha shared news about the FDA approval of the first gene therapy for the rare blood disorder Hemophilia B. Subscribe to the Xtalks Life Science Podcast to never miss a new episode. World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week: Preventing AMR Together.

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MARCH 28, 2024

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given the nod to Winrevair (sotatercept-csrk injection, 45mg, 60mg) for the treatment of adults with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) to increase exercise capacity, improve WHO (World Health Organization) functional class (FC) and reduce the risk of clinical worsening events.

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