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UTMB and HDT Bio receive US funding for vaccine development

Pharmaceutical Technology

in a project agreement from the US government for developing self-amplifying RNA (saRNA) vaccine technology against advanced and emergent viral threats. The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) and HDT Bio have received a funding worth up to $87.4m

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New HCV Test Enables Diagnosis and Treatment in a Single Visit

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Unlike traditional testing methods that require samples to be sent to central laboratories, this test utilizes a blood sample from the fingertip to detect HCV RNA, delivering results in approximately one hour. “This is the first HCV RNA detection technology sensitive enough for active case finding at the point of care.

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3 Newest COVID-19 Tests Authorized by the FDA

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While molecular PCR-based tests remain the gold standard for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA, rapid antigen tests are useful for screening purposes. The diagnostic test is a molecular nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) that is intended to detect SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA from samples collected via nasopharyngeal swabbing.

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The Utility of Liquid Biopsy in Oncology Clinical Trials

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Prospective clinical trials are needed to explore whether changing therapy based on ctDNA dynamics prior to radiologic or clinical progression will improve outcomes compared to our current standard,” added Dr. Bahassi. Also, exosomes are mostly being used for the detection of circulating RNA and microRNA. “An

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FDA Approves First Rapid COVID Test for Home Use

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. “Today’s authorization for a complete at-home test is a significant step toward FDA’s nationwide response to COVID-19,” Jeff Shuren, director of FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health, said in a statement.

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Considerations for Neuroscience Trials with Intrathecal Delivery and Other Methods of Direct CNS Administration

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Such therapies may involve small interfering RNA (siRNA) or oligonucleotides in viral transfection platforms, large molecules and antibodies. The Neurology and Radiology departments are vital for consultation and imaging, which is needed to establish baselines for a study.

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COVID-19 Pandemic Coverage

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The company’s candidate vaccine, mRNA-1273, is a synthetic messenger RNA that encodes the stabilized SARS-CoV-2 spike protein. Fujifilm Favipiravir (Avigan) Inhibits RNA-dependent RNA polymerase. Company Drug Purported Mechanism of Action Evidence to Date Developmental Status. Drugs and Vaccines.