STAT News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

In the life sciences industry, where company names derived from “biology” or “genetics” are a dime a dozen, it helps to have a brand that stands out. The company is developing treatments for diseases caused by broken mitochondria — the main energy source for human cells.

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BioPharma Reporter

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Wave Life Sciences reports that it has successfully carried out RNA editing in two patients with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, the first time this kind of clinical RNA editing has been completed in humans according to the company.

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XTalks

JANUARY 5, 2022

Ayesha also discussed some of the predicted trends in the life sciences for 2022. These include the continued promise of RNA-based vaccines as well as therapeutics based on RNA editing approaches for the treatment of various conditions including rare genetic diseases.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

BridgeBio has been highly active in the genetic diseases space. Its investigational therapy infigratinib recently received Breakthrough Therapy designation, becoming the first-ever potential treatment for achondroplasia — a genetic condition affecting bone growth — to achieve this milestone.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JANUARY 12, 2023

Under the research partnership deal, the companies will develop new precision genetic medicines for a severe form of genetic dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). Our pipeline of programmes focused on neuromuscular and cardiac rare disease gives us deep insight into the diverse and complex nature of dilated cardiomyopathy.”.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 29, 2022

The life sciences and healthcare are among the biggest industries globally, and their significance was particularly highlighted during the past couple of years by the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the hyperfocus on the life sciences thanks to COVID, consumers appear to be more autonomous and vocal about their medical demands and choices.

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XTalks

AUGUST 7, 2024

In this episode, Ayesha spoke with Lawreen Asuncion, a patient advocate who works to raise awareness for the rare disease Usher syndrome. Lawreen is a seasoned biotech and life science professional with over 25 years of experience. Subscribe to the Xtalks Life Science Podcast to never miss a new episode.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Expeditious and accurate diagnoses are necessary for patients to access healthcare services and treatment options for rare genetic diseases. Increasing the efficiency of case analysis and interpretation is essential to providing timely care for patients with genetic diseases.

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XTalks

JANUARY 27, 2023

The website brings awareness for facial angiofibroma, an aspect of the rare genetic disease tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). Nobelpharma America, a pharmaceutical and medical device company headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, has launched an educational website called Face Forward.

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Scienmag

JUNE 7, 2021

Credit: Autobahn Labs Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) is collaborating with Autobahn Labs, a new life sciences incubator, to catalyze the Laboratory’s early-stage discovery programs into spin-out companies that commercialize transformational new therapies. Autobahn will provide […].

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

With RNA therapies being the next hot thing in genetic medicine, Eli Lilly is joining the RNA editing race by partnering with Netherlands-based ProQR Therapeutics NV (Nasdaq: PRQR), a biotech company developing RNA-based therapies for rare genetic diseases with a focus on blinding disorders of the retina.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 4, 2024

CAMP4’s RNA-based therapies focus on genetic diseases like urea cycle disorders, while Rapport’s small molecules aim to address epilepsy, pain and bipolar disorder. Jupiter joins a wave of biotech IPOs this year, stepping into a competitive space while broadening treatment options for CNS patients.

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XTalks

MAY 17, 2023

Related: Gene Therapy Clinical Trials for Rare Diseases: 5 Key Takeaways from FDA’s Recent Town Hall “The BGTC offers promise for rare disease patients around the world,” said Julie Gerberding, MD, CEO of the FNIH, in the press release from the agency. In the US, more than 30 million people live with a rare disease.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

MAY 8, 2023

Innovation S-curve for the pharmaceutical industry Zinc-finger nucleases is a key innovation area in pharmaceutical Zinc finger nucleases (ZFNs) are tools used in genetic engineering to cleave a chosen genomic sequence. ZFNs are also used to create a new generation of genetic disease models called isogenic human disease models.

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XTalks

JANUARY 6, 2025

CF is a progressive genetic disease caused by defective CFTR proteins, which are crucial for regulating salt and water movement in cells. Vertex remains committed to advancing CF research, with plans to expand the impact of their CFTR modulators and explore new genetic mutations.

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XTalks

MAY 26, 2023

Vyjuvek is also the first drug approved to treat the disease and is Krystal’s first approved product. DEB is a genetic disorder characterized by very fragile skin that rips and blisters easily even from minor friction (like rubbing or scratching) or injury, resulting in open wounds that are prone to skin infections and fibrosis.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has recommended the use of Libmeldy for the treatment of the rare genetic disease metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD). He added that, “A deep body of evidence now points to the potential for durable effects in HSC gene therapy for certain severe genetic diseases including MLD.

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pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Findacure is a charity that works directly with rare disease patient groups to help them grow and professionalise. Over the last five years we have focused on the power of drug repurposing for rare genetic diseases. The post Rare diseases, repurposing and the role of AI appeared first on.

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XTalks

MAY 4, 2021

Researchers at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) and the Whitehead Institute have developed a novel CRISPR-based tool called “CRISPRoff” that can switch off genes in human cells through epigenetic editing without altering the genetic sequence itself.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

In the US, 25 to 30 million Americans, or one in ten, are living with a rare disease. Are Most Rare Diseases Genetic? While 72 percent of rare diseases are genetic, not all are. Rare genetic diseases can be caused by either somatic or germline genetic changes.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Govorestat is a central nervous system (CNS)-penetrant aldose reductase inhibitor designed to target a critical problem in classic galactosemia — a rare genetic condition that prevents proper metabolism of the sugar galactose.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 13, 2023

3) Fulgent Genetics Compound annual growth rate: 260 percent Fulgent Genetics, headquartered in California, is a technology-driven company with a strong presence in clinical diagnostics and therapeutic development. The company achieved core revenues of $67 million, reflecting a remarkable 48 perecent year-over-year growth.

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XTalks

AUGUST 29, 2022

Using this novel technique, the team also demonstrated that they could generate over a billion CAR-T cells , which are T-cells that have been genetically modified to fight the cancer cells that cause multiple myeloma. Scientists have previously shown that they could replace small sections of the IL2RA gene where mutations occur in patients.

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XTalks

OCTOBER 16, 2024

This is Pfizer’s second FDA-approved treatment for a rare genetic blood disorder this year. Hympavzi’s approval, with its innovative approach to balancing clotting, could offer a modern solution that adds to the global effort to reduce the risk of thrombosis.

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XTalks

MAY 12, 2023

Rett syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that predominantly affects girls and leads to severe physical and cognitive impairments. Dr. Bishop: Rett syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the MECP2 gene. Rett syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder — not a neurodegenerative disease.

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XTalks

OCTOBER 7, 2020

A tiny child with a devastating genetic disease who wasn’t supposed to blow out the candles on his first birthday cake. “They called him ‘The Boy.’ Who wasn’t supposed to sit up. Not only did this baby survive to do all these things, but he became a poster child for gene therapy with the regulators at the U.S.

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XTalks

AUGUST 19, 2020

Cystic fibrosis (CF) patients must keep a six feet distance from others at all times to keep germs away that could exacerbate their disease. CF is a progressive, genetic disease that causes persistent lung infection and could limit a person’s ability to breathe over time.

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XTalks

AUGUST 16, 2021

Immune systems can be weakened in individuals with HIV/AIDS; cancer and transplant patients taking certain immunosuppressive drugs; and those with genetic diseases affecting the immune system like congenital agammaglobulinemia and congenital IgA deficiency. According to the CDC, approximately 2.7

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XTalks

APRIL 15, 2021

A 2015 study published in Nature Genetics found that the availability of human genetic data made investigational drugs twice as likely to pass pivotal trials and eventually be approved. Figure 1: The use of Mendelian randomization to validate genetic drug targets.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

ASMD is a rare genetic lysosomal storage disease caused by mutations in the sphingomyelin phophodiesterase-1 ( SMPD1 ) gene that codes for the acid sphingomyelinase (ASM) enzyme. ASM is required for breaking down a complex lipid called sphingomyelin.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Pompe disease, also referred to as acid-maltase disease and glycogen storage disease II, is an uncommon genetic disorder characterized by the gradual weakening of both cardiac and skeletal muscles. Crowley, executive chairman of Amicus Therapeutics, in the company’s press release.

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XTalks

APRIL 24, 2023

Rare diseases can often be progressive, chronic and fatal. Approximately 72 percent of rare diseases are genetic, and around 70 percent of rare genetic diseases emerge in childhood. Sadly, one-third of children with rare diseases die before their first birthday.

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XTalks

JANUARY 3, 2025

FCS is a rare genetic disorder that prevents the body from properly breaking down triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood), leading to dangerously high levels. This can result in acute pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), a life-threatening condition causing severe abdominal pain and other health complications.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Chiesi Global Rare Diseases recently announced in a press release that Lamzede (velmanase alfa-tycv) received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the treatment of non-neurological manifestations of alpha-mannosidosis in both adult and pediatric patients.

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XTalks

MARCH 3, 2021

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to Nulibry (fosdenopterin) for reducing the risk of death associated with molybdenum cofactor deficiency type A (MoCD Type A), making it the first treatment for the ultra-rare, genetic metabolic disorder. The approval was granted to BridgeBio Pharma, Inc.

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XTalks

MAY 4, 2021

Researchers at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) and the Whitehead Institute have developed a novel CRISPR-based tool called “CRISPRoff” that can switch off genes in human cells without editing the genetic sequence itself. Related: 2020 Year in Review: COVID-19, CRISPR and Immunotherapies Define the Year for the Life Sciences.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

In a news release published yesterday, Pfizer announced it will voluntarily withdraw its sickle cell disease (SCD) therapy Oxbryta (voxelotor) from all markets worldwide. The company said it is also discontinuing all active clinical trials for voxelotor and expanded access programs around the world.

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