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ESMO: TIL therapy improves on Yervoy in melanoma trial

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It is the first time that a cell therapy for solid tumours has been tested in a phase 3 trial, and the first time that the approach has been directly compared with standard second-line immunotherapy in melanoma. ” The post ESMO: TIL therapy improves on Yervoy in melanoma trial appeared first on.

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AstraZeneca-Oxford COVID-19 Vaccine Shows High Efficacy

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Severe cases of the infection did not occur among trial participants, nor were any hospitalizations reported. The global trials are assessing the safety and efficacy of the vaccine in individuals aged 18 years or over from diverse racial and geographic groups who are healthy or have stable underlying medical conditions.

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A broad range of unmet needs remains in the immuno-oncology space

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The most widely utilised IO class is immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), which work by blocking the inhibitory interactions between tumour cells and T-cells, facilitating an anti-tumour immune response. There are more than 20 marketed ICIs with approvals across a very wide spectrum of solid tumour indications.

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South African variant may cut response from Pfizer/BioNTech shot, study finds

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Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch based their findings on lab tests using SARS-CoV-2 coronaviruses that were genetically engineered to have the same mutations as those in the strain that is causing scientists so much concern.

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Novavax Announces Agreement with Government of New Zealand for 10.7 Million Doses of COVID-19 VaccineAdvance purchase agreement signed for NVX-CoV2373, Novavax’ adjuvanted protein vaccine candidate

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Currently in Phase 3 clinical testing in the United Kingdom for the prevention of COVID-19, NVX-CoV2373 is a recombinant protein vaccine adjuvanted with Novavax’ proprietary Matrix-M to enhance the immune response. NVX-CoV2373 is being evaluated in an ongoing Phase 3 trial in the U.K. and Australia. About Matrix-M.

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The New Frontier in Drug Development: Understanding Biologics and Small Molecules

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They are often used to mimic or enhance natural biological processes, such as immune responses. Immunogenicity : Small Molecules: Generally have a lower risk of inducing an immune response in the body. Monitoring and managing immunogenicity is a complex aspect of clinical trials for biologics.

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Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine Granted Fast Track Designation by U.S. FDA

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Novavax expects to begin its pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial in the United States and Mexico by the end of November. Data from the event-driven trial could support global authorization and approval, including in the U.S. and globally.”. About NVX-CoV2373. and Australia.